Big Picture Retirement®

Are there lessons we should learn from the comparison of the Rockefellers and the Vanderbilts? In this episode, we look at the contrasting estate planning tactics of two of America's wealthiest dynasties. While both families amassed incredible fortunes, their legacies diverged significantly due to their different approaches to wealth management and succession planning. If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement podcast” please consider rating and reviewing this show! This helps us

Retirement has five distinct phases and each of them have their own unique challenges and opportunities. Understanding these distinct phases is important for anyone who is approaching retirement or has retired within the past year or two. If you know what to expect on the road ahead, it should lead to a much smoother and more fulfilling transition into this new part of your life. If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement podcast” please consider rating and reviewing this show! This

In this episode, we dive into the concept of investment location—a tactical approach in asset allocation across various accounts like IRAs and joint accounts, which can significantly influence your tax liabilities.  If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement podcast” please consider rating and reviewing this show! This helps us support more people -- just like you -- move toward a confident retirement. Just scroll down to the “ratings and reviews” section, tap to rate with five stars, and

In today's episode, we discuss the landmark $418 million settlement involving the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and its potential implications for the real estate industry. As retirees and others look to buy or sell homes, they're facing a big shift in how real estate services will be priced and delivered. Danny Devito video-https://www.americanrhetoric.com/MovieSpeeches/moviespeechotherpeoplesmoneydevito.html If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement podcast” please consider

Flat-fee financial advisors aren’t for everyone. In fact, there are three types of investors who should steer clear of flat-fee financial advisors. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about who should avoid hiring a flat fee advisor and either do it on their own or hire a traditional % of AUM advisor. If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement podcast” please consider rating and reviewing this show! This helps us support more people -- just like you -- move toward a confident retirement. Just

Could the solution to saving Social Security be so glaringly obvious that it has been overlooked, or perhaps even ignored, due to political power dynamics? The concern about the insolvency of the Social Security trust fund looms large as the program faces financial instability, raising fear of increased taxes or reduced benefits for future beneficiaries. However, there is a glimmer of hope. This system can be fixed without resorting to raising taxes or slashing benefits. If you’re thinking "I love

Description: In todays episode, we talk about the unexpected turns retirement can take, particularly when individuals find themselves in the role of raising a grandchild. This shift in family dynamics can significantly alter one’s retirement experience, extending far beyond the obvious impact on travel plans. We'll explore the various aspects that come into play, including the financial ramifications and the adjustments needed in estate planning If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement