Episodes

8 hours ago
Social Security | Unsteady Markets
8 hours ago
8 hours ago
Episode 589: Thinking of working while drawing Social Security? Steve and Zach break down the rules, the risks, and how your decision could affect future benefits. Next, the Money Doctors weigh in on the recent market volatility. If the latest drop has you on edge, their advice might just go against your instincts.

Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Retirement Pitfalls | Beneficiaries 101
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Episode 586: Don't let common retirement income mistakes derail your financial security—learn three crucial pitfalls and how to avoid them. Next, Justin and Matthew walk through the ins and outs of naming beneficiaries—what that involves, why it’s important, and how to do it well.

Friday Oct 18, 2024
Parental Finances | Social Security
Friday Oct 18, 2024
Friday Oct 18, 2024
Episode 548: John and Matthew dive into the delicate process of helping manage your parents’ finances, offering practical tips to avoid pitfalls and make the transition smoother. Then, with the future of Social Security and Medicare uncertain, they explore potential solutions and what they mean for you.

Friday May 31, 2024
Social Security | Bull & Bear Basics
Friday May 31, 2024
Friday May 31, 2024
Episode 540: Ryan and Zach get into the nitty-gritty of Social Security's looming shortfall and what it means for Americans counting on disability and retirement benefits. They also unpack bull and bear markets and share key strategies for navigating both, ensuring you're prepared no matter the market's mood!

Friday Jan 26, 2024
Life Principles | Early Benefits
Friday Jan 26, 2024
Friday Jan 26, 2024
Episode 522: John and Ryan explore six key principles that can help you in life and in investing. They also outline key scenarios when claiming Social Security benefits early can be wise despite conventional wisdom to delay.

Friday Jul 21, 2023
Working Remotely | Retirement Regrets
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Episode 495: Matthew and Ryan discuss the unique loneliness faced by remote workers and explore a few innovative ways to combat it. They also share some lessons that three retirees wished they had learned before stepping away from their careers.

Friday Apr 28, 2023
Social Security | Insurance Secrets
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Friday Apr 28, 2023
Episode 483: The Money Doctors dive into the intricate world of Social Security reform and the politics that surround this critical issue. John and Steve also reveal four insurance secrets that could change the way you think about coverage and save you money!

Friday Feb 24, 2023
Social Security Taxes | SECURE Act 2.0
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Episode 474: Yes, sadly Social Security is usually taxable, but the Money Doctors have some strategies that may lower that tax bill! John and Matthew also hit the highlights of the 19-page SECURE Act follow-up bill and what it may mean for you and your retirement.

Friday Nov 18, 2022
Unretirement Options & Money Lessons
Friday Nov 18, 2022
Friday Nov 18, 2022
Episode 460: Retired but ready to go back to work? Ryan and Matthew discuss your options and how they affect your Medicare and Social Security benefits. They’ll also share tips for teaching your kids to make smart decisions with their money, all the way into adulthood!

Friday Sep 16, 2022
Social Security & Estate Planning
Friday Sep 16, 2022
Friday Sep 16, 2022
Episode 451: John and Zach discuss the impending depletion of the Social Security and Medicare trust funds and how this may impact your benefits in the future. The Money Doctors also point out several estate planning tasks that should be done well before you start thinking about a senior discount!