Episodes

  • Income is Critical in Retirement
    Jul 26 2024

    Logan is joined by Sun Valley Wealth President Don Spini. Logan and Don discuss the important considerations for building a modern, holistic, and personalized retirement plan. They cover topics such as determining what is enough for retirement, locating and moving 401(k) accounts, deciding when to take Social Security, investing in health savings accounts, considering Roth conversions, creating a budget or spending plan, and building a personal pension. They emphasize the importance of income planning and stress the need to solve for income in retirement. They also highlight the hybrid index strategy as a tool for creating a personal pension and discuss the importance of tax efficiency and estate planning.

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    53 mins
  • Financial Fitness
    Jul 19 2024

    Financial health is closely correlated with physical and mental well-being. Finances are 90% behavioral and 10% rational, and the goal is to shift that balance. Logan discusses how money is emotional and can impact mental and physical health. Many Americans experience anxiety and stress related to personal finances, which can be debilitating. It is important to have a financial plan and address debt to ensure financial health. Annuities can be a tool to build stable income in retirement and provide a source of passive income. The comprehensive review process involves gathering information, creating a customized plan, and providing education and guidance. In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses the importance of getting a second opinion on your financial plan and the red flags to watch out for when working with a financial advisor.

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    53 mins
  • Investing Before and In Retirement
    Jul 12 2024

    Logan Marcus discusses various topics related to personal finance and retirement planning. She covers subjects such as leaving an inheritance for financially irresponsible adult children, investing in stocks and bonds before retirement, and strategies for managing retirement income.

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    54 mins
  • Envision Your Retirement
    Jul 5 2024

    Logan discusses various aspects of retirement planning. She touches on topics such as envisioning retirement, retirement expenses, asset review, tax planning, risk tolerance, downsizing, estate planning, and more. Logan emphasizes the importance of strategic planning and seeking professional advice to ensure a successful retirement.

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    53 mins
  • Stress Free Retirement
    Jun 28 2024

    In this conversation, Logan Marcus discusses the importance of having a retirement plan and the role of a financial advisor in helping individuals achieve a stress-free retirement. She emphasizes the need for a personalized plan that takes into account individual goals, income needs, and desired retirement lifestyle. She also discusses the influence of past financial experiences and generational attitudes towards money. The conversation highlights red flags to watch out for when seeking financial advice, such as a lack of fiduciary responsibility, lack of transparency, and cookie-cutter approaches.

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    54 mins
  • Be Prepared for Life’s Events in Retirement
    Jun 14 2024

    The conversation covers a range of financial planning topics, including auditing beneficiaries, retirement savings, Social Security benefits, RMDs, health care costs, and various risks in retirement planning. Logan Marcus provides insights and advice on how to manage these aspects effectively. The conversation covers a range of life events and their financial implications, including retirement planning, social security benefits, risk management, and the importance of working with a financial advisor. Logan also addresses the need for a comprehensive review of financial plans and the impact of life changes on retirement strategies.

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    51 mins
  • Key Retirement Ages
    Jun 7 2024

    Logan Marcus highlights some of the key ages in pre-retirement and retirement years to be aware of to avoid penalties and seize upon opportunities. She provides insights and advice on navigating tax implications, Social Security benefits, and RMDs, as well as proactive strategies for retirement planning. The conversation covers a range of retirement planning topics, including the importance of starting early, setting retirement goals, taking advantage of employer matches, staying in good health, consulting a financial advisor, and understanding Social Security benefits.

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    53 mins
  • Retirement Rules and the Exceptions
    May 31 2024

    Logan discusses the importance of seeking professional help when making decisions about Social Security and retirement planning. She emphasizes the need to have a financial professional review your accounts and ensure that your money is working for you. She also highlights the rules and exceptions to rules when it comes to Social Security, 401(k) contributions, and required minimum distributions (RMDs).

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    51 mins