Recently presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton, talked about the rise of the gig economy. Although she focused on the potential downside of freelance work, the gig economy could be a huge benefit for those looking to create a great retirement.
Read MoreWhat do you think the midyear outlook for the market is? Greece is all over the news (What is it with Greece, anyway?), markets in China are crazy and here in the U.S. everyone is freaked out about when interest rates will rise. What is an investor to do?
Read MoreYou'd never intentionally make a stupid investment for your retirement. Yet, most of us do everyday. We invest or should I say digest horrible things into our body. Over time these bad "investments" rob us of the most important thing in retirement, our health, and potentially give us a huge negative return in the form of high health care expenses. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do now to create a healthy retirement.
Read MoreIn this week's journey to retirement story, we hear from true high school sweethearts, John and Patti.
Read MoreI've learned a lot about the devastating costs of end of life care lately. Over the last year, there's been a lot of death in my family. Last year my sister, Barbara, passed away at age 51 and my aunt Nicola passed, too. Now, at age 96, my grandmother is tiring out and is in hospice.
Read MoreYou may die tomorrow. You may get sick. There's no way to predict it and there's nothing you can do about it. Yeah, It sucks, I know. I've got the same deal. As important as planning for retirement is, it's just as important...no, more important....you make the most of the only life you have. The one that's happening right now!
Read MoreIf you're working to build a great retirement, stop listening to weekend investment talk radio. The economics of these local shows encourage the sale of investment products rather than offering sound investment advice.
Read MoreHave you noticed how these Journey to Retirement stories have little to do with money? Each listener's story has focused on freedom and experiences. This week's story is no different.
Read MoreMost baby boomers grew up with a script: college, career, marriage, house, kids, college, retirement. It can be a great life, but it's not the only one.
Read MoreAsk anyone and they'll most likely say they want to have a great retirement. But looking at the day-to-day financial decisions of most people might tell a different story.
Read MoreTraditional retirement planning does not work for most of us. It focuses too much on things we cannot control like the investment markets and the economy. It presents us with two crappy options: settle for less now so that we can save more, or plan to settle for less later. Harry Coleman examined these options and picked, “None of the Above!”
Read More"The younger generation is ruining this country!" This was said about the baby boomers. Now it's said about the millennials. The fact is, each new generation brings a fresh perspective that helps our society and country renew itself. Recently I spoke with a "millennial" who, like you and me, is working to raise a family and save for the future.
Read MoreTwo weeks ago, I posted here that I was starting the Whole Life Challenge. So far, it's been a great journey. I'm committed to investing in my health so I can do all that I can to be active during retirement. Here's my progress so far.
Read MoreIn this week's journey to retirement story, we hear from a smart lady that screwed up with debt, dug herself out of her hole and is now prospering. If you're feeling like you're in a financial hole, listen to her story. She dug out and so can you.
Read MoreYou can prepare for your retirement transition years before it occurs. In doing so, you can do your best to avoid the kind of financial surprises that tend to upset an unsuspecting new retiree.
Read MoreDespite what the media and some financial advisors tell us, preparing for retirement isn't about fancy strategies or the best investment. This week listener "Rick" shares his story of how he became a 401(k) millionaire by using a simple but powerful strategy.
Read MoreToday, I weigh more than I ever have, 198 lbs. I'm not fat, but I'm not fit and I feel it. At 48, I want to do whatever I can to set myself up for a healthy life. When my friend Darrell told me he signed up for the 2 month Whole Life Challenge I was intrigued. So on Friday, I took him out for a beer (you'll learn why in a second) to learn more.
Read MoreThere are plenty of people around today that will offer their services as a “life coach” or “business coach.” Few have the demonstrated history of success as businessman, family man and friend to man as Aaron Walker.
Read MoreAt the end of day, all that matters is what retirement means to you. Forget what the commercials say. Forget what the brochures say. Forget much of what your advisor may say. You don't have a "number;" you have a life that you get to define and live.
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