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The Retirement Huddle

The Retirement Huddle

By: Mark Howard
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Financial and retirement planning guidance with Mark Howard of the Howard Financial Group in Savannah. Mark has almost three decades of experience in the financial industry, has been published in the Wall Street Journal, Barron's, South Magazine and several other publications. He has also been featured on the Savannah Morning News. In addition to clients in Savannah, Mark also serves Hilton Head, Bluffton, Statesboro, and the rest of the Low Country. To get your own Financial Game Plan, contact Mark today at 888-511-PLAN (7526) or go to HowardFinancialGroup.comCopyright Mark Howard 2022 Career Success Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • Mailbag: Pensions, Giving Strategies & Gold in Retirement
    Dec 4 2025

    In this episode, Mark answers listener questions about preparing for retirement, navigating pension choices, maximizing charitable giving, and managing legacy assets like gold. Listeners will get practical financial insights and strategic tips for making the most of their retirement years. Tune in to hear expert advice tailored to real listener challenges.

    Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

    💼 Pension Choices: the trade-offs between lump sums and monthly checks

    📈 Retirement Income Strategy: how your overall plan supports long-term stability

    🎁 Giving With Impact: smarter ways to support causes you care about

    🥇 Gold in Retirement: what role precious metals actually play

    📞 Staying Connected: how to reach Mark's team for personalized guidance

    Want to get in touch with Mark?

    https://retirementhuddle.com/
    mark@howardfinancialgroup.com
    888-511-7526

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    13 mins
  • The Worst Investors (and What the Best Do Differently)
    Nov 20 2025

    In this episode, Mark explores common pitfalls that can make or break your investing journey. The conversation sheds light on how mindset and habits set successful investors apart, while emphasizing the ongoing importance of financial education. Curious if you might be making the same mistakes as the worst investors? If you want better results, start by avoiding the habits that wreck the worst portfolios.

    Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

    🚫 Worst Investor Traits: short-term thinking, trend chasing, and emotional decisions

    🏆 Successful Investors: long-term mindset, discipline, and treating money as a tool

    📚 Financial Literacy: continuous learning and understanding the fundamentals

    🤝 Networks Matter: building relationships that open doors and create opportunity

    🧭 Young Investor Advice: consistency, patience, and healthy money habits early on

    Want to get in touch with Mark?

    https://retirementhuddle.com/
    mark@howardfinancialgroup.com
    888-511-7526

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    9 mins
  • Mastering the Variables of Retirement Success
    Nov 6 2025

    Wondering if you're truly ready for retirement? Retirement planning isn't one-size-fits-all, and your plan should be as unique as your fingerprint. In this episode, Mark tackles the most important and often overlooked, questions everyone faces as they plan for life's biggest transition. Discover the surprising factors that shape your retirement path and learn how clarity, preparation, and flexibility are the real keys to peace of mind.

    Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

    💵 Income Needs: determining how much you'll truly need to live comfortably

    🧾 Tax Planning: how to keep more of what you've earned

    🩺 Health & Longevity: planning for longer lives and higher medical costs

    📆 Social Security: timing benefits for maximum lifetime income

    ⚖️ Risk Management: reducing volatility and stress once paychecks stop

    Want to get in touch with Mark?

    https://retirementhuddle.com/
    mark@howardfinancialgroup.com
    888-511-7526

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    13 mins
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