• The Estate Planning "Talk"
    Jan 6 2026

    Much like when parents try to put off the "talk" when their kids are younger, they often avoid sharing estate plans when their children are older. Greg Aler explains how clear communication on wills and trusts—especially in blended families—prevents probate battles and protects your legacy with a simple, actionable roadmap.

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    10 mins
  • Don’t Pack Your 401(k) Before You Know Your Destination
    Jan 3 2026

    Before making big moves with your 401(k) at retirement, Greg Aler and Phil Huff explain why understanding your goals is more important than defaulting to “safe” investments.

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    8 mins
  • Red Flags to Watch Out for When Choosing a Financial Advisor
    Dec 31 2025

    With 4 million people retiring every year, there are bound to be “bad actors” out there in the financial planning world. How do you spot them?

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    11 mins
  • 3 Things People Want from Their Retirement Plan | The “Red Flags” to Watch for When You Choose a Financial Advisor | What Does It Mean to “De-Risk” Your Portfolio?
    Dec 27 2025

    On this episode:

    • Why is there a disconnect between what people want and what financial advisors provide?
    • Don’t fall prey to “bad actors” in the financial world.
    • What are the actual steps to dialing back your portfolio risk?

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    51 mins
  • Are Financial Advisors Responsible for a Big Retirement Problem?
    Dec 24 2025

    The #1 concern every year among retirees is the fear of running out of money. Some advisors are saying, maybe that’s on us.

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    9 mins
  • What Is “The Retirement Spending Smile”? | Why Don’t Many Parents Share Details of Their Will with Their Kids? | Vanguard’s Odd New Offering in 2026
    Dec 20 2025

    On this episode:

    • How will you spend in retirement?
    • Should your kids know the details of your will?
    • Vanguard: Will two wrongs make a right?

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    49 mins
  • The Term “Fiduciary” Means Nothing!
    Dec 16 2025

    Even a national group of financial advisors admits the term fiduciary is vague and, in their words, “means nothing.” Greg gives his opinion on the topic and what is more important when searching for retirement assistance.

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    11 mins
  • What Are the Chances We’ll See Another Up Year in the Stock Market? | Higher Income Means More Taxes and Penalties in Retirement | What Should the DIY Retirement Planner Watch Out For?
    Dec 13 2025

    On this episode:

    • 3 straight years of double digit returns in the stock market. What are the chances it will happen again?
    • The more money you make in retirement, the more benefits you lose. How do you balance it out?
    • What many DIYers miss in retirement planning.

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    54 mins