Ready For Retirement

James Conole, CFP®
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Ready For Retirement

Ready For Retirement is the podcast dedicated to helping you learn the tips and strategies that will help you achieve your retirement goals. When it comes to retirement planning, it can quickly become overwhelming and easy to not take action. I designed this podcast because I want you to have the knowledge and confidence to create your secure retirement. My ultimate goal for all of my clients (and listeners) is to create peace of mind and that starts with having a strategy. I want you to spend more time thinking about what matters most to you in retirement. I post weekly episodes to keep you up-to-date on all the best tips and strategies to create a retirement that excites you. Everything from investing tips, tax planning, withdrawal strategies, insurance planning, Social Security, and that's just the start! Let's help you maximize your return on life. We use your money and the strategies I share in this podcast to do just that!

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    3 Steps to Prepare for an Out-of-State Retirement

    Have you thought about what moving to a new state might mean for your retirement budget and lifestyle? In this Ready for Retirement episode, the focus is on preparing for an out-of-state retirement. James outlines three essential considerations for retirees planning a move:1. Housing Costs and Expenses: From property values and local property taxes to potential capital gains from selling a current home.2. Overall Cost of Living: Everything from groceries to utilities varies widely between reg...

    17 min

  2. 29 OCT

    5 Things People Regret About Early Retirement

    Many dream of retiring early, but you would be surprised to learn that many people who retire early regret doing so. James reveals five things that lead people to regret early retirement and provides practical tips to avoid these pitfalls.He explains why many individuals who retire before 65 struggle due to a lack of planning, overly conservative investment strategies, and failure to envision life beyond work. He highlights the importance of aligning financial plans with personal goals, maint...

    21 min

  3. 22 OCT

    This Is the Single Most Important Thing You Can Do to Prepare for Retirement

    James sits down with someone who’s financially set to retire—mortgage paid off, kids through college, and investments in place—but he’s still grappling with one big question: what’s next?Instead of focusing solely on financial strategies or retirement planning, James gives him some unexpected advice: start journaling. This led to a deeper conversation about finding purpose beyond optimizing your portfolio.What would your life look like without constraints? What actually matters most to you? A...

    21 min

  4. 15 OCT

    The Complete Guide to Maximizing Your Social Security Benefit

    For many, Social Security makes up a large portion of their retirement income, so it’s important to know how to maximize your Social Security benefit. James explains how Social Security works, diving into some important foundational aspects. He then explains four key strategies for maximizing benefits:1. Work for 35 years to avoid zero-income years in the calculation.2. Delay benefits, if possible, until age 70, increasing payments by 8% annually after full retirement age.3. Leverage spousal ...

    20 min

  5. 8 OCT

    Restricted Stock Units: The Basics of RSUs and How to Use Them

    ames responds to a question from Chris regarding restricted stock units (RSUs) and how to avoid costly mistakes when managing them. He explores whether it’s wise to hold onto company stock or diversify for a safer financial future. He breaks down how RSUs work, from vesting schedules to the tax implications of receiving stock as part of your compensation package. He also explains the critical considerations you should make when deciding whether to hold or sell vested shares and how this decis...

    20 min

  6. 1 OCT

    Should We Always Pull From our Brokerage Account First in Retirement? (Hint: No)

    Patrick and Mary will soon both be retired. They are curious about what their withdrawal strategy should be as they balance various retirement accounts, including a pension, IRAs, and a brokerage account. They've been using tax gain harvesting to minimize taxes and plan to eliminate gains by 2024. A key question is whether to withdraw from their IRAs or brokerage account first, considering their state’s tax exclusion. James explains that by managing withdrawals and Roth conversions strategica...

    27 min

  7. 24 SEPT

    How to Overcome Fears of Spending in Retirement

    Ben has been a saver his entire life, which helped position him for an early retirement at the age of 53. Yet, he faces a big challenge. Having maintained his modest lifestyle, Ben’s comfortable portfolio has continued to grow and has nearly doubled in value. James and Ben discuss the challenges of making mindset shifts and the proactive steps Ben has taken to encourage himself to spend more. Questions answered:How did Ben decide to retire when he was in his peak earning years?What are the st...

    34 min

  8. 17 SEPT

    Retire Happy: Build a Personalized Retirement Plan that You Can't Wait to Live Out

    Monique aspired to retire early, and while she had faithfully saved throughout her working years, she wasn’t sure if she had enough to retire. After getting assurance from professionals, she took the plunge and quit working. Monique and James talk about the first two years of her retirement – how she’s been able to focus on her health and pursue some hobbies she didn’t have time for previously. Monique also shares some surprising challenges related to spending, travel, and family dynamics. Qu...

    44 min
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Ready For Retirement is the podcast dedicated to helping you learn the tips and strategies that will help you achieve your retirement goals. When it comes to retirement planning, it can quickly become overwhelming and easy to not take action. I designed this podcast because I want you to have the knowledge and confidence to create your secure retirement. My ultimate goal for all of my clients (and listeners) is to create peace of mind and that starts with having a strategy. I want you to spend more time thinking about what matters most to you in retirement. I post weekly episodes to keep you up-to-date on all the best tips and strategies to create a retirement that excites you. Everything from investing tips, tax planning, withdrawal strategies, insurance planning, Social Security, and that's just the start! Let's help you maximize your return on life. We use your money and the strategies I share in this podcast to do just that!

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  • Creator
    James Conole, CFP®
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    240
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Ready For Retirement
  • Show Website
    Ready For Retirement

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