Cover Your Assets: Recent Episodes
Logan Marcus
Logan Marcus delivers essential concepts you need to know about retirement and income planning in a fast paced format. Each week, we reveal the latest developments in the financial world to keep you informed of changes that may affect you personally, while sharing some common sense strategies that will help you make the most out of your retirement savings. We are focused on helping investors preserve and grow their assets, increase their income, and reduce taxes.
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This conversation focuses on the essential steps for preparing for retirement, including understanding tax implications, navigating Medicare, maximizing Social Security benefits, and investment strategies. Logan and Don emphasize the importance of legacy planning and provide insights into listener questions regarding retirement concerns. They highlight the need for a comprehensive review to tailor retirement plans to individual needs. There is also a discussion on the complexities of annuities, emphasizing the evolution of these financial products and the importance of understanding their various types. They introduce the hybrid index strategy, which combines the benefits of annuities with market growth potential.
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Logan and Don discuss essential year-end financial planning strategies, focusing on retirement planning, estate planning, and the importance of updating beneficiary designations. They emphasize the need for proactive measures to ensure a smooth transition of assets and to minimize tax burdens. The discussion also covers various tax strategies, including IRA contributions and charitable trusts, as well as the significance of preparing for potential long-term care expenses.
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In this episode, Logan and Don discuss critical aspects of retirement planning, focusing on the timing of Social Security benefits, the importance of having a comprehensive income plan, and the necessity of estate planning. They highlight common regrets in retirement, such as underestimating life expectancy and failing to diversify investments. The conversation emphasizes the need for flexibility in retirement plans to adapt to changing circumstances and the importance of planning for long-term care.
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Logan discusses essential financial planning strategies as the year comes to a close. She emphasizes the importance of reviewing budgets, establishing emergency funds, managing debt, setting retirement goals, and understanding asset allocation. The discussion also highlights the significance of having a comprehensive estate plan to ensure that one's wishes are honored after passing. Logan provides actionable insights for listeners to take control of their financial futures and prepare for retirement effectively.
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In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses various strategies for achieving tax-free income in retirement, including the use of Roth accounts, municipal bonds, and health savings accounts. She also addresses the implications of inheritances, the importance of understanding social security taxation, and common mistakes to avoid with IRAs.
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Logan addresses a variety of listener questions regarding retirement planning. The discussion covers topics such as pension options, the importance of trusts, contributions to retirement accounts, managing 401k and IRA accounts, navigating social security benefits, exploring living benefits of life insurance, investment strategies for retirement, considerations for long-term care insurance, and understanding annuities. Logan emphasizes the need for personalized financial planning and encourages listeners to seek professional advice for their unique situations.
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Logan talks about essential strategies for retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of diversification, asset allocation, and the role of a fiduciary advisor. She highlights the significance of cash reserves, income generation, and proactive tax strategies while addressing common concerns about market volatility. The discussion also includes listener questions, providing insights into real-life financial scenarios and the importance of having a comprehensive retirement plan.
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Logan discusses the do's and don'ts of retirement planning. She emphasizes the importance of knowing how much income you'll need from your investments and when you'll need it. She also warned to be leery of advice from those who are not financial professionals. Other do's include preparing for the unexpected, keeping your plan on track, and being aware of inflation. The conversation also covers the fear of the unknown in retirement and how to overcome it.
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Logan discusses the psychological phases of retirement, as described by author Riley Moynes. The four phases are: the vacation phase, the feeling lost phase, the trial and error phase, and the reinvent and rewire phase. Each phase has its own challenges and opportunities, and it is important to be prepared and make wise decisions throughout retirement. The conversation also touches on the wisdom of ancient philosophers, highlighting the importance of being prepared, making informed decisions, and managing wealth.
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Logan discusses retirement planning using football metaphors. She covers various aspects of retirement planning, including starting early, making halftime adjustments, the two-minute drill, play-action passes, managing the clock, and field position. Logan also addresses the psychological shift from working to retirement and the importance of finding purpose and defining oneself in retirement.
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Logan focuses on the impact of the current economic landscape on the average investor and strategies to protect one's retirement savings. The main takeaways include the importance of staying calm and having a good investment strategy, creating a plan to mitigate the effects of market fluctuations, and prioritizing income in retirement planning. She also touches on retirement saving strategies to reduce tax bills.
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Logan discusses key strategies to manage risk and protect retirement savings during volatile times. The main topics covered include diversification, asset allocation, risk tolerance, emergency funds, income-producing investments, Social Security, and the importance of working with a responsive financial advisor. The conversation also uses baseball metaphors to explain different retirement components. Some commonly overlooked aspects of retirement planning, such as inflation and market volatility, are also discussed.
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Logan discusses retirement income and the strategies to secure a comfortable retirement. She explores various sources of retirement income, including retirement savings, social security benefits, pensions, annuities, life insurance, and real estate. She also discusses the significance of risk tolerance in retirement planning and the need for diversification and asset allocation. Additionally, they examine the financial strategies of Jakob Fugger, a wealthy German businessman from the 15th century, and how they can be applied to modern retirement planning.
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The conversation discusses the decision to retire and signs that indicate it's time to retire. The main topics covered include financial readiness, emotional readiness, healthcare in retirement, and additional considerations. Logan also touches on the book 'The Richest Man in Babylon' and its relevance to modern wealth management. She moves on to the concept of risk tolerance and how it should be considered when making investment decisions.
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A study commissioned by the ALI Retirement Income Institute highlights a looming retirement crisis for baby boomers, particularly those set to retire between 2024 and 2030. The majority of peak 65ers don't have pensions, which used to help fill the gap left by social security. Many boomers are facing disparities in the income they need and what they have, with 52.5% of the peak 65 group possessing assets of $250,000 or less. That’s the opening topic of conversation in this podcast with Logan Marcus. In this conversation, Logan discusses various strategies for building tax-free income in retirement. She covers topics such as Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s, orphan 401(k)s, municipal bonds, health savings accounts, life insurance, tax loss harvesting, and optimizing drawdown strategies to minimize taxes.
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Logan is joined by Sun Valley Wealth President Don Spini. Logan and Don discuss the important considerations for building a modern, holistic, and personalized retirement plan. They cover topics such as determining what is enough for retirement, locating and moving 401(k) accounts, deciding when to take Social Security, investing in health savings accounts, considering Roth conversions, creating a budget or spending plan, and building a personal pension. They emphasize the importance of income planning and stress the need to solve for income in retirement. They also highlight the hybrid index strategy as a tool for creating a personal pension and discuss the importance of tax efficiency and estate planning.
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Financial health is closely correlated with physical and mental well-being. Finances are 90% behavioral and 10% rational, and the goal is to shift that balance. Logan discusses how money is emotional and can impact mental and physical health. Many Americans experience anxiety and stress related to personal finances, which can be debilitating. It is important to have a financial plan and address debt to ensure financial health. Annuities can be a tool to build stable income in retirement and provide a source of passive income. The comprehensive review process involves gathering information, creating a customized plan, and providing education and guidance. In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses the importance of getting a second opinion on your financial plan and the red flags to watch out for when working with a financial advisor.
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Logan Marcus discusses various topics related to personal finance and retirement planning. She covers subjects such as leaving an inheritance for financially irresponsible adult children, investing in stocks and bonds before retirement, and strategies for managing retirement income.
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Logan discusses various aspects of retirement planning. She touches on topics such as envisioning retirement, retirement expenses, asset review, tax planning, risk tolerance, downsizing, estate planning, and more. Logan emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and seeking professional advice to ensure a successful retirement.
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In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses the importance of having a retirement plan and the role of a financial advisor in helping individuals achieve a stress-free retirement. She emphasizes the need for a personalized plan that takes into account individual goals, income needs, and desired retirement lifestyle. She also discusses the influence of past financial experiences and generational attitudes towards money. The conversation highlights red flags to watch out for when seeking financial advice, such as a lack of fiduciary responsibility, lack of transparency, and cookie-cutter approaches.
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The conversation covers a range of financial planning topics, including auditing beneficiaries, retirement savings, Social Security benefits, RMDs, health care costs, and various risks in retirement planning. Logan Marcus provides insights and advice on how to manage these aspects effectively. The conversation covers a range of life events and their financial implications, including retirement planning, social security benefits, risk management, and the importance of working with a financial advisor. Logan also addresses the need for a comprehensive review of financial plans and the impact of life changes on retirement strategies.
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Logan Marcus highlights some of the key ages in pre-retirement and retirement years to be aware of to avoid penalties and seize upon opportunities. She provides insights and advice on navigating tax implications, Social Security benefits, and RMDs, as well as proactive strategies for retirement planning. The conversation covers a range of retirement planning topics, including the importance of starting early, setting retirement goals, taking advantage of employer matches, staying in good health, consulting a financial advisor, and understanding Social Security benefits.
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Logan discusses the importance of seeking professional help when making decisions about Social Security and retirement planning. She emphasizes the need to have a financial professional review your accounts and ensure that your money is working for you. She also highlights the rules and exceptions to rules when it comes to Social Security, 401(k) contributions, and required minimum distributions (RMDs).
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Logan discusses the importance of seeking professional help when making decisions about Social Security and retirement planning. She emphasizes the need to have a financial professional review your accounts and ensure that your money is working for you. Logan also highlights the rules and exceptions to rules when it comes to Social Security, 401(k) contributions, and required minimum distributions (RMDs). The conversation concludes with an invitation for listeners to schedule a no-cost, no-obligation comprehensive review with Sun Valley Advisory.
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Logan Marcus, attorney, partner, and chief investment officer at Sun Valley Advisory, discusses the retirement crisis and the future of Social Security. She emphasizes the importance of creating multiple streams of income in retirement and not relying solely on Social Security. Logan also addresses the fear-mongering around Social Security and encourages individuals to plan for their unique situations.
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The conversation explores the concept of semi-retirement and working part-time in retirement. Logan discusses the benefits of phased retirement, including easing the emotional transition and allowing for a trial run of retirement. The importance of creating an income plan for retirement is emphasized, as well as the need to consider expenses and budgeting. The conversation also touches on the impact of required minimum distributions and Medicare premiums on retirement expenses. It concludes by highlighting the importance of long-term planning and the ability to grow one's nest egg in retirement.
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Logan Marcus discusses common retirement rules of thumb and how they may need to be adjusted in today's economic landscape. She covers topics such as the 60-40 stock bond rule, the magic retirement age of 65, the rule of 72, the rule of 100, and the 4% rule. She emphasizes the importance of personalized retirement planning and the need to adapt these rules to individual circumstances.
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Retirement planning has evolved over the past 20 years. Logan talks about how the 401(k) is a savings vehicle, not a retirement plan, and a comprehensive plan is necessary to determine how to use those funds in retirement. Increased longevity means more years to account for financial means, and healthcare costs can be a significant expense. Logan emphasizes the importance of having a retirement philosophy and a customized plan that aligns with individual goals and risk tolerance. She advises against making rash decisions during market volatility and cautions against expecting a retirement plan to outperform the market. The conversation also addresses topics such as early 401k withdrawals, saving for retirement at a later age, and investing in precious metals.
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In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses dangerous assumptions people make about retirement planning. She covers topics such as working past age 65, underestimating life expectancy, spending in retirement, and taxes on retirement dollars. The conversation also includes quotes from George Foreman and other sources that highlight the need for disciplined saving and planning for retirement.
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In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses the dangers of DIY retirement planning and emphasizes the importance of working with a professional. She highlights the changing landscape of retirement and the need for a comprehensive plan that considers longer life expectancies and the absence of traditional pensions. Logan explains the retirement planning process, including determining retirement goals and income needs. She also addresses the complexities of Social Security and the importance of making informed decisions.
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The conversation discusses concerns about financial wellness, including inflation, debt, and market volatility. It highlights the importance of financial literacy and the lack of financial skills in younger generations. The conversation also addresses regrets in retirement planning, such as not saving enough or starting early enough. It emphasizes the need for spousal involvement in financial decisions and provides tips for avoiding regrets in retirement spending. Overall, the conversation aims to promote financial wellness and provide guidance for a carefree retirement.
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Investing in retirement can be complicated, and as a result, people often misunderstand the subtleties. Logan aims to clear up some of those misunderstandings. The conversation covers topics such as retirement strategies, the importance of a fiduciary, building income in retirement, maximizing savings, handling debt, tax considerations, healthcare considerations, social security decisions, and starting the retirement planning process.
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In this episode, Logan Marcus discusses the importance of financial spring cleaning and provides tips for organizing and optimizing your finances. She emphasizes the need to review spending, manage debt, build an emergency fund, and enjoy retirement. Logan also highlights the importance of organizing financial documents, putting money to work through investments, and reevaluating insurance coverage.
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In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses various aspects of retirement planning and financial management. She cover topics such as consolidating retirement accounts, creating a budget, cleaning up financial documents, building an emergency fund, reviewing insurance policies, planning for bucket list activities, reviewing financial resolutions, boosting savings incrementally, practicing critical thinking, increasing contributions to retirement accounts, automating contributions, utilizing tax minimization strategies, managing risk, and avoiding herd mentality.
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This conversation discusses celebrity financial mistakes and the importance of estate planning, financial literacy, tax planning, and working with a financial advisor. In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses estate taxes and measures such as utilizing trusts to minimize tax liabilities. She also explores strategies for protecting against long-term care costs, including investing money in a way that allows for easy access in case of need. The importance of comprehensive retirement planning is emphasized, with a focus on factors such as risk tolerance, social security, and lifetime income strategies.
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This conversation covers various aspects of retirement planning including the importance of a clear retirement plan, assessing retirement savings and income sources, strategies for income withdrawals and maximizing Social Security benefits, average retirement age and ongoing trends. Logan covers spousal retirement considerations such as retirement age and savings disparities, assessing savings and expenses in retirement, financial incompatibility, and strategies for couples.
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Logan covers offensive and defensive strategies in the financial red zone, the importance of diversification, healthcare and long-term care considerations, the role of government policies and regulations, blind sides in retirement planning, building income in retirement, and the benefits of getting a second opinion. The conversation covers various topics related to retirement planning and financial strategies. The chapters include discussions on the call-to-action and transition, real estate as an income stream, claiming Social Security, building steady income in retirement, long-term care and leaving a legacy, a comprehensive review opportunity, website overview, and closing remarks.
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This conversation explores important considerations for building a modern, holistic, and personalized retirement plan. The topics covered include determining what's enough for retirement, the importance of a withdrawal strategy, considerations for social security, long-term care planning, mortgage considerations, strategic planning for social security, building multiple streams of income, long-term care insurance vs. alternative solutions, building a personal pension, investment strategy in retirement, the significance of 59 and a half, tax considerations at 59 and a half, and asset allocation and risk examination. In this episode, Logan Marcus, Don, and Dave discuss various investment options and retirement planning strategies. They address concerns about overwhelming market conditions and offer the index strategy as a way to mitigate risk while still achieving market growth. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to schedule a comprehensive financial review with Alpha Omega Wealth.
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Logan offers strategies to consider to help lessen the blow of taxes in retirement. She cautions to use good strategies with your withdrawals and the selling of your assets. The conversation turns to planning for the “unexpected” in retirement such as kids returning home, caring for elderly parents, home and car maintenance, and health care expenses.
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Logan discusses financial goals for 2024. She identifies good goals to establish, how to get started, and offers tips on how to stay on track. Some of the goals include maximizing your savings efforts, creating a spending plan, paying off debt, building an emergency fund, proactively planning for taxes, and reassessing assets.
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What if you have a plan for retirement in place and then life happens? Logan talks about the need for a good retirement plan to be flexible in the event of job loss, change in marital status, caring for parents, or health event. The conversation also includes retirement mistakes to avoid such as underestimating the impact of inflation and your longevity and being too conservative or too aggressive in investments.
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Logan talks about starting retirement planning early in the financial red zone with extra savings efforts and good strategies with your savings vehicles. The discussion then shifts to the need to have a contingency plan in the event of an earlier than expected retirement.
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It’s not asking too much to be happy in retirement. Proper planning can help lead to that. That’s the topic of conversation as Logan discusses the freedom of being debt free, having a good spending plan, clearly communicating with your spouse, and having diverse income sources. This podcast also addresses some important facts about annuities.
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Logan covers some potentially dangerous mistakes to avoid in retirement planning including thinking you can beat the market, keeping all money in cash, and improper diversification. Also covered in the podcast are opportunities to start a business in retirement and the need to embrace technology in this new phase of your life.
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Logan covers tax strategies that are available for those 50 and older and are critical to consider on that journey to and through retirement. She also talks about solutions to retirement roadblocks and offers tips on how to better understand and maximize your 401(k).
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Logan covers some sound savings strategies to consider implementing when you’re nearing retirement such as funding that 401(k) to the max, rethinking your 401(k) assignments, and looking at traditional and Roth in determining what may work best for you. Also covered in the podcast are some good strategies for that transition to a safer mode in your financial life.
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Logan highlights some reason why your financial education shouldn’t stop once you hit retirement. The discussion included factoring inflation, planning for healthcare costs, and staying on top of legal changes in the retirement universe. She also talked about dividend stocks and information a financial professional will need from you in order to build a stronger retirement plan.
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Spouses may not be totally on the same page when nearing retirement. Logan discusses areas of compromise that may be necessary in consideration of budget, lifestyle, risk, and even whether to stay or move. She also acknowledges that market volatility can make you feel like you’re on an emotional rollercoaster. Logan offers tips to else ease the anxiety.
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Logan discusses a Bankrate survey that shows a good number of Americans are significantly behind on their retirement savings. How can you get back on track? Listen for tips here. Decumulation: What is it? Logan, Don, and Bert define it and discuss good strategies to consider when you are enter this phase of your financial life.
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Logan goes over some suggested strategies starting when you are five years away from retirement including building that emergency fund, paying off debt, creating a budget, and working with a professional. The conversation also includes proactive tax strategies to consider such as utilizing life insurance, considering Roth options, partial in-service rollovers, and fixed-index annuities.
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Logan covers that early stage when you first retire and what you should be considering with the goal of staying on track. Some suggested moves include managing your cash flow, finding a good balance between growth and income, and managing taxes. What happens if you face retirement earlier than planned? The conversation centers around assessing the financial impact, making sure you have health coverage, and shifting to that contingency plan. Another topic on this podcast focuses on how strategies could differ if you retire single.
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Logan discusses why some people feel they may need to delay their retirement start date. Some reasons cited in a recent Gallup poll include insufficient savings, worry over taxes, too much debt, and not wanting to leave money on the table. When factoring longevity, the reasons to adopt strategies to avoid running out of money in retirement become even more critical. The discussion in this podcast focuses on avoiding using outdated rules, implementing good tax strategies, and watching your risk.
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Logan, Bert, and Don cover tips to help maintain your spending power even when inflation is high. They talk about doing an in-depth budget analysis and looking for spending power. They also stress building in that income you can count on. They also discuss steps in helping ensure you can maintain the lifestyle in retirement that you’ve been accustomed to.
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Logan, Bert, and Don discuss how to approach a withdrawal rate in retirement in a safe manner. They also look at good strategies to boost your savings in the financial red zone. They stress to take longevity seriously, build that savings safety net, and to understand inflation and proper diversification.
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What do you do and what can you do with that 401(k) when you retire? That’s part of the discussion in this podcast. Logan, Don, and Bert cover qualified distributions, The “Age 55” rule, whether or not to let it lie, and more. Some baby boomers are considering working longer. Why is that? That’s also part of the discussion.
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Logan introduces and answers some common questions asked by those near and in retirement. The questions have to do with inflation, retirement income, and budgeting. She also faces long-term care head on in discussing some good alternative strategies and tackles some retirement bad habits.
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Logan and Don compare retirement strategies to the game of chess in explaining how the pawn, knight, queen, and king can be compared to your moves leading up to and in retirement. They also give good tips on when to look for in finding the right financial professional and show what you can do the further build your savings when you’re in the financial red zone.
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Logan and Don offer information on annuities in an effort to help clear up some of the myths about them. They also discuss results of a recent survey showing concern among pre-retirees and retirees in the areas of inflation, volatility, and rising interest rates. Another survey reflects the favorite investment vehicles of those polled. Logan and Don discuss each of them and stress the need for diversification.
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The retirement strategies could be different in the situation of a significant age gap with couples. Logan discusses Social Security claiming strategies, coordinating retirement dates, life insurance, and the process of setting up retirement income. The conversation also centers on factoring inflation in retirement planning and being mindful of the risks of retirement of today.
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Logan covers some of the do’s and don’ts of retirement planning. Some of the do’s include regular reviews, adjusting your risk, and watching for newly added funds to your portfolio. Some don’ts include trying to act like a day trader, dipping into your retirement savings, and not having a tax plan. How can you stretch those retirement dollars. That’s covered here in consideration of delaying Social Security, diversifying your investments, and downsizing where you can.
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Logan discusses ways to better save for and in retirement. Some include working with a professional for a savings plan, getting out of debt, considering an HSA if you are eligible, and cutting unnecessary expenses. How can inflation impact your retirement? Logan explains and offers strategies to consider when factoring inflation.
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Logan offers tips to help you get a head start on your retirement planning. Some include determining your retirement date, assessing your income and expenses, adjusting for inflation, and determining r asset allocation. She looks at some do’s and don’ts in retirement planning like reviewing your portfolio, contributing to an emergency fund and avoiding over investing in one stock and the hesitation to change your investments.
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Logan discusses factors to consider in your effort to establish a good risk level when you’re near retirement. If you’re close to retirement and the talk is of possible recession, what should you take into consideration? She talks about moving to safer ground, paying down your debt, and keep that cash stash. She then moves into good retirement strategies for married couples to consider.
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Logan opened with strategies that can help eliminate the “I wish I had” thoughts for those entering retirement such as developing high level retirement strategies sooner and being open to changing strategies. She also stressed the need to build a plan that can withstand a turbulent market and addressed the fear of running out of money in retirement.
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Logan reminds us to avoid certain retirement errors such as maintaining the wrong asset allocation and not being properly diversified. She offers suggestions on strategies that could possibly help you bump up your retirement date and then cites some alarming survey results regarding retirement readiness.
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Logan covers smart money moves during those critical first five years of retirement and then moves into something that should be discussed before you retire. That’s building that dependable income stream that will last you and the tools that are available.
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Logan covers strategies to consider when you’re in the financial red zone during the periods of seven to ten years, five to seven years, and three to five years out. How is high inflation affecting your retirement. That’s also part of the discussion as well as a look at retirement expenses.
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Logan addresses concerns of retirees involving their feeling of inadequate savings and their worries of inflation, higher interest rates, and unstable markets. She demonstrates how she can help keep in check the inevitable emotions that creep into retirement planning and then discusses sound retirement distribution strategies.
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Logan cites statistics from a couple of surveys that state the obvious. Couples don’t necessarily see eye to eye when it comes to finances and retirement. She stresses the need for compromise in areas such as risk, savings, and retirement target date. She addresses retiree concerns like inflation, the state of Social Security, and longevity and gets back to basics with some good practices to make sure you’re on the right track to retirement.
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Cash may be king but cash flow is what will get you through retirement. Logan Marcus outlines some ways to generate income in retirement. Then she digs into behavioral finance and points out just how our emotions can influence our money decisions. That and more. Visit Cover Your Assets Radio to learn more. Call 800-874-8380.
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The show starts with a broad overview of what’s going on in the market, interest rates and inflation. It then shifts into a game show called two retirement truths and a lie. Logan says retirement is all about creating lasting, sustainable income in retirement. She’s got some suggestions on how to help you achieve that and more. That and more. Visit Cover Your Assets Radio to learn more. Call 800-874-8380.
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On the latest episode of Cover Your Assets with Logan Marcus sends Dave Perkins on the streets to ask how folks have planned for retirement and their biggest retirement concerns. Logan offers strategies for helping to provide lifetime income in retirement. She explores key items to include when making your retirement budget. And the advisor returns to the hot seat to answer listener questions for another edition of 'Ask The Advisor'. That and more. Visit Cover Your Assets Radio to learn more. Call 800-874-8380
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On this episode of Cover Your Assets Radio, Logan Marcus covers some of the most iconic examples of financial planning do's and don'ts from Hollywood. Logan separates fact from fiction in another edition of Financial Planning Mythbusters and explains why it is so imperative to have a plan for your retirement. Logan covers questions you should be asking your financial advisor and why each is so important to your comprehensive financial plan. The advisor returns to the hot seat answering questions from listeners to round out the show. That and more. Visit Cover Your Assets Radio to learn more. Call 800-874-8380.
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Getting ready for retirement is a process that has very few absolutes. The good news is there are some guideposts that can help you save for retirement and help make sure your money takes you all the way through that next phase of life called retirement. That and more on this episode of Cover Your Assets Radio. Call 800-874-8380. Visit Cover Your Assets Radio.
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On today's show Logan discusses the single biggest question folks have about retirement planning and how to decide when you're truly ready for retirement and breaks down the impact of the perfect economic storm on the horizon and how to secure your retirement savings from the financial fallout.
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On today's show Logan discusses
Silicon Valley banking failure that sent many depositors into a tailspin, as folks began panicking and withdrawing their money to protect their portfolios. This created a bank run–in conjunction with lack of diversification, and the bank had to sell more assets at further losses, creating even more issues internally. Also, the biggest retirement regrets
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
We’ll take a look at some things we can do to help keep our money all the way through retirement. In addition, we’ll offer some suggestions to help keep your retirement on track despite runaway inflation and a roller coaster stock market. It’s a real double whammy for investors heading into retirement.
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
If you’re nearing retirement, you may wonder what the best retirement income investment is and how you’ll turn your savings into income. There are many factors to consider when choosing retirement investments, including retirement age, savings amount and risk tolerance. Also, how to protect your nest egg during high inflation and raising interest rates
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On today’s show Logan discusses
Do you find yourself daydreaming about retirement, what you’ll do and where you’ll go? It’s a nice dream, but we have to have a plan to help get us there We’ll take a look retirement regrets and how you can avoid them.
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On today’s show Logan discusses
that saving for retirement is simple but not easy. Simple because all we have to do is save money. Not easy because it can seem overwhelming. We’ve put together some simple tips that can make a big difference in your retirement and how a solid distribution strategy is so important
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
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On today’s show Logan discusses
Several strategies that could help you reduce you taxes in retirement and in the course of your retirement planning, you may come across advice from well- meaning individuals hoping to lead you down the right path. But some of the advice you'll hear is not only out of touch with reality, but also downright dangerous.
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
One of the biggest fears in retirement is running out of money. The good news is there are strategies available to help you get guaranteed income in retirement. The most effective guaranteed income streams are launched well before retirement age. In addition, a startling new study of Americans saving habits.
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
How the SECURE Act 2.0 has opened at least five ways for us to perhaps recover some losses and may give you a chance to capitalize on the upswing of the market and love them or despise them we'll unpack annuities pros and cons
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
That from RMD’s to potential taxes on Social Security can really stress your retirement nest egg. Today, we tackle it head on and offer some suggestions on how to minimize them. In addition, the closer you get to retirement the more important certain milestones and ages become to your retirement planning playbook
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
That planning for retirement is challenging at best. Financial advisors from around the country were surveyed by the money management firm Natixix to find out what they think some of the biggest retirement planning mistakes people make. Also, seven lifetime milestones you should speak to your advisor about
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On today’s show Logan discusses ways to make sure our own finances for retirement are in good shape. We’ve got some suggestions of what you can do to help and how to lower the risk should be in our retirement portfolios
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
that it’s time to get serious about making sure your retirement and income plan is ready to help provide you with a comfortable, secure retirement. We’ve got retirement tips for 2023 and beyond on today’s show. Also women have a lot going against them — much more than men — when it comes to creating enough income to last through their retirement years
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On today’s show Logan discusses:
The percentage of people who work in retirement has been steadily rising for years. And by 2026, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates, a whopping 30% of people age 65 to 74 will be in the labor force, up markedly from just 18% in 1996.
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On today’s show Logan has some solid planning tips to help you retire in this bear market. In addition she'll break down how you can help make sure your retirement savings are ‘mostly safe’ no matter what happens.
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On today’s show Logan discusses: That if you are among the millions of Americans that have realized, you need to save a bit more before retirement. We’ve got some time-honored retirement saving tips. Also Inflation is taking a toll on most of us, particularly those in or near retirement. In this segment we’ll look at what changes are needed in your plan to keep up with inflation.
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On today’s show Logan discusses there’s a growing number of people that are still working in their 70’s. If that’s you or if you plan to keep working we’ve got three important things to know about working over 70 also with 2022 coming to an end you'll need to work on your retirement plan for 2023
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