Episodes

  • Stop Saving… Start Spending? The 4 Things You MUST Do With Your Money in Retirement
    Apr 18 2026

    If you've saved $1M+ and still struggle to spend… this video is for you. Most retirees we work with are what we call "Midwestern Millionaires:" hardworking, disciplined savers who did everything right, but now can't enjoy their money. And that leads to one of the biggest regrets in retirement: Not running out of money… but running out of life. In this video, Joe breaks down the 4 things you can do with your money so you can stop over-saving and start living with purpose, confidence, and freedom.

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    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/happy-retirement/spend-your-retirement-nest-egg-and-drop-the-guilt

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    16 mins
  • If Your Advisor Isn't Doing THIS… You're Overpaying
    Apr 16 2026

    If your advisor isn't doing tax planning AND tax prep… you may be leaving thousands on the table. In today's episode of Joe Knows Retirement, Joe breaks down why most advisors don't offer full-service planning and what that means for YOU. Too many retirees are paying a 1% fee for investment management only… while missing out on tax strategies, Roth conversions, and coordinated planning that could dramatically improve their retirement.

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    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/why-some-financial-planners-avoid-tax-planning

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    18 mins
  • 4 Considerations If You Have a Pension
    Apr 14 2026

    If you have a pension and have saved $1 million or more, your retirement is very different than most people… and most advice out there simply doesn't apply to you. In today's episode, Joe breaks down the 4 biggest retirement considerations for those with pensions so you can avoid costly mistakes and make smarter decisions with your life savings.

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    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-planning/are-you-being-tax-smart-about-your-pension

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    17 mins
  • If Your Advisor Says THIS… They Don't Work With High-Net-Worth Investors (10 Red Flags)
    Apr 9 2026

    If your financial advisor is telling you certain things… it might be a HUGE red flag. In today's episode, Joe breaks down the exact phrases and strategies that expose advisors who don't actually work with high-net-worth clients. Because here's the truth: Most advisors focus on investment management and sales… NOT comprehensive retirement planning. And if you have a pension and $1M+ saved, that can cost you hundreds of thousands in taxes, missed strategies, and poor planning decisions.

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    20 mins
  • 80% of Retirees Pay $0 in Federal Income Taxes… Here's Why You Won't
    Apr 7 2026

    Most retirees are paying little to NO federal taxes… so why are YOU paying so much? In this episode of Joe Knows Retirement, Joe breaks down the shocking truth behind why 80% of retirees avoid taxes and why high savers with pensions and $1M+ often end up paying MORE instead. If you've done everything right… saved diligently… built a pension… and now feel like you're being penalized, this video is for you.

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    16 mins
  • Income Planning With a Pension. Should You Be Concerned About Market Volatility?
    Apr 4 2026

    If you're planning to take income from your investments in retirement, this could be one of the biggest risks you'll ever face… It's called sequence of returns risk, and it has the potential to completely derail even the best retirement plans. If you're a Midwestern Millionaire with a pension and $1M+ saved, this is critical to understand. The goal isn't just to retire… it's to maximize your income, minimize risk, and keep more of your money working for you.

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    18 mins
  • Pension and Social Security?… Here's What Most Miss
    Apr 2 2026

    If you have a pension, there's a high chance up to 85% of your Social Security could be taxable… and most retirees don't see this coming. If you're a diligent saver with a pension and $1M+ saved, this is one of the biggest tax traps you need to understand before retirement.

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    21 mins
  • 5 Considerations Before Doing Roth Conversions With Pensions
    Mar 31 2026

    If you have a pension and $1M+ saved, Roth conversions aren't just about if… they're about WHEN and HOW MUCH. In today's episode of Joe Knows Retirement, Joe breaks down 5 critical Roth conversion mistakes that could quietly cost you thousands in taxes, higher Medicare premiums, and lost retirement income. Most retirees assume they'll be in a lower tax bracket… but if you have a pension, that's often NOT the case.

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    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/reasons-roth-conversions-and-pensions-work-well-together

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    20 mins