This episode of the Retirement Answer man is filled with some debt-crunching, retirement building, volatile market enduring advice to help you put your financial life in order. The feature segment of the show features the story of Jamie and Ruth, a couple who paid off over $83,000 in debt in just over 30 months. 30 MONTHS!
Read MoreIn the “Practical Planning” segment of today’s Retirement Answer Man show, Roger is talking about books. In particular, the 9 books that have most recently had an impact on how he lives and how he works.
Read MoreIn today’s podcast, Roger hosts a terrific conversation with Marc Miller. Marc is a veteran of the corporate world, having worked for IBM for many years. He's made what he calls a “pivot” in his career journey by exiting the corporate world and starting up his own consulting and coaching business to help others pivot their lives into something more satisfying and enjoyable for the later half of their lives. You’ll hear all kinds of great topics in this chat as Roger asks Marc about how he made the transition, whether he truly IS happier now, and what others can do to position themselves for a great pivot of their own.
Read MoreLately I’ve worked too hard at trying to be my future self. Worked too hard at being the person I’m supposed to become. The discontentment that drives my efforts is robbing me of enjoying all that I have and am today. Don't misunderstand, I want to keep becoming my better self. I just don't want my striving to rob me of all that I am today. I think we all do this. I think it creates much of the unhappiness many of us feel.
Read MoreIf you’ve never listened to The Retirement Answer Man before, you’re in for a real treat today. Roger has a great show in store that includes an invitation for you to get your questions answered on the show.
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Read MoreWhen you change your investment strategy because of the markets, you’re changing horses midstream, and you could wind up in deep water! Roger’s got some great advice about how to stick to your plan, even though the current market situation seems shaky, on this episode of The Retirement Answer Man.
Read MoreToday’s episode of The Retirement Answer Man debuts a brand new format that will help you make even more of your retirement and financial planning. From here on out all episodes of RAM will be consist of 3 segments - The Hot Topic, where Roger addresses current issues on the financial horizon - The Practical Planning segment, where Roger gives you practical, actionable tips to help you get your retirement planning headed in the direction you desire - and the Listener Question, where Roger answers YOUR questions about retirement related issues. Listen in to get a feel for the new format and to hear how Roger can help you get your retirement planning well in hand before it’s too late.
Read MoreRoger starts the show off with a bang today by answering a listener question: “I’m a smart guy. So why do I make such stupid decisions when it comes to money?” Feel familiar? We’ve all made our share of mistakes in the financial areas of our lives, and that pattern never really changes unless we come to grips with the REASONS we make those decisions in the first place.
Read MoreIt’s good to dream big when setting your retirement goals. Dreams are where all adventures start. I find many people start at “reasonable” when setting retirement goals. They settle right from the start. Don’t do this. If you have a dream of relocating for retirement explore it.
Read MoreWhere is your focus? Is it on a potential bump in the road or achieving the life you want for your family? Build a plan based on sound principles, execute faithfully, adjust along way and enjoy life.
Read MoreMatt Miller has built a company that offers savvy retirement planners a legitimate way to add an additional stream of income to their current situation - either on the side or with hopes of it moving toward a full-time business. Matt’s story is inspiring… and you’ll hear it all on this episode of Retirement Answer Man.
Read MoreOnce you’ve learned to save it’s important you learn how to use your savings wisely. Not spending it is only half the battle. Deploying your savings wisely puts it to work so you can move towards the goals you've set. You work hard for it, make sure it works hard for you.
Read MoreWe were all set for another super serious retirement planning show when Joe from Stacking Benjamins hacked in and took over.
Read MoreIt's easier than ever to become a terrible husband. Our connected world has caused the outside world of news, work and friends to compete for the limited attention we have when we're at home. If you're not careful, e-mails, status updates and the internet can rob your wife of her rightful place as the center of your life.
Read MoreEverywhere we turn we hear about inflation, longevity, healthcare costs, market risks and other retirement boogie men. The fact is you'll never be able to do enough to secure a risk-free retirement. Even billionaires aren't safe (seriously, Google it). So, we need to chill out a bit. Your retirement years aren't supposed to be full of stress. It's a time when we can work and play on our own terms after having completed a career of work and raising kids. Instead, for many, it's become the most stressful time of their lives.
Read MoreMany say the American dream is dead. That getting married, starting a family and building for the future is no longer possible. Even worse, many others believe it when they hear it. All the while, though, there are people with "normal" jobs building the American Dream step by step.
Read MoreRecently 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?
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