Operation Retirement

In this episode we talk about how to deal with low interest rates. Tom has some great tips and strategies to help you beat inflation and where to put your money when interest rates are low.

The financial media is flooded with information about annuities. Some of it may be good to know. Some may not be. How can you filter the perceptions that are rooted in reality from the ones that aren’t?

In this episode Tom explains what "sequence of returns" means and why it can make or break you in retirement as well as how to plan for it.

In this episode we discuss taxes in retirement and Tom gives us some tips and strategies to plan now to minimize your tax burden in retirement.

There are only two things you can do with your money. In this episode Tom talks about what they are and tips to help you plan for these things in the future.

In this episode we discuss the difference between qualified and non-qualified retirement accounts, from 401(k)'s to IRA's. Most importantly the tax implications for your retirement.

Most folks no longer get a pension from their employers. In today's show Tom talks about how to create your own personal pension using the income tools you do have.

In this episode Tom breaks down your retirement savings and how to use it to create an income that will last once you retire. We talk about tips and strategies for retirement income planning.

In this show Ranger Tom talks about managing your financial risk and how to turn that red money yellow!

In this episode we talk about how politics and the current election can affect your retirement.

People are living longer and longer. That's a good thing, but it also means more and more people need assisted living and long-term care. In this episode we talk about the cost and the importance of planning ahead as well as strategies to help cover the costs.

In this episode Tom goes over the 7 main things you need to do to prepare for a happy retirement!

This week Ranger Tom and Tony go over how to color code your retirement. Money can be colors other than just green. What color is your money?

Retirement isn't the end, it's a new beginning and you need to be prepared for this chapter of your life that you've worked so hard for. Keep up with the changes and make the most of your retirement. Ranger Tom talks about tips and strategies to help you accomplish this and more.

Everyone has a different risk tolerance. We talk about 2 of the major risks in retirement and the strategies to help eliminate and manage that risk to make your money last.

Looking toward retirement should be a time of optimism and excitement for couples. But in reality, there are numerous traps and obstacles standing between couples and a fulfilling retirement. Yet, with some honest conversations and comprehensive strategizing, couples can view their impending retirement with confidence.

In this episode we pay tribute to all of the dads out there. Tom talks about his father and his father-in-law and what they mean to us. He also gives some financial advice for dads.

In this episode Tom talks about the financial obstacles and difficulties that women face in retirement and strategies to overcome them.

The foundation of any solid retirement plan is Social Security. In this episode Tom talks about understanding what it is and where it came from and how to help you make the right decisions regarding your benefits. This could end up creating additional income for you in retirement.

Roth IRAs can be a solid part of an overall financial strategy. In this episode will describe Roth IRAs, compare them to traditional IRAs, highlight their tax implications and then look at rollovers.