Tag: Retirement Income
Navigating America’s Retirement Dilemma (Ep. 4)

Navigating America’s Retirement Dilemma (Ep. 4)

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Are you ready to navigate the shifting landscape of retirement planning? Tim shares insights on this topic from a documentary

Tim Whisler dives into the critical shifts in retirement planning, highlighted in the revealing documentary “The Baby Boomer Dilemma” by Douglas Orchard. He explores the importance of protecting assets for retirement income, from defined benefits to defined contribution plans. Tim dives into the dwindling availability of defined benefit plans and the increasing responsibility placed on employees to save for retirement.

Tim discusses:

  • The shift away from traditional pension plans to 401(k) and other defined contribution plans.
  • Insights from “The Baby Boomer Dilemma” documentary on the challenges and solutions for retirement planning.
  • Strategies for generating reliable retirement income and mitigating risks.
  • The importance of financial literacy and education in planning for a financially secure retirement.
  • And more

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Investment advisory and financial planning services are offered through Foundations Investment Advisors, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, Consulting, and Education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth and Simplicity Solutions.

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Understanding Tax Implications in Retirement Planning (Ep. 3)

Understanding Tax Implications in Retirement Planning (Ep. 3)

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Are taxes posing a threat to your retirement income? Are you prepared for the challenges of retirement planning, including taxation and legislative risks? 

Tim Whisler sheds light on the significant role taxes play in retirement planning. He emphasizes the importance of having a strategic plan in place to address taxes and how they can impact your retirement income. 

Tim discusses:

  • How critical is tax planning in retirement
  • Why is it essential to understand the tax classification of retirement assets for creating a withdrawal strategy
  • How does the Secure Act’s impact on inherited IRAs affect potential tax burdens for beneficiaries
  • Why is it important to design a tax-efficient strategy to minimize tax liabilities for beneficiaries and preserve wealth for future generations
  • And more

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License To Spend: Budgeting for Retirement Fulfillment (Ep. 1)

License To Spend: Budgeting for Retirement Fulfillment (Ep. 1)

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You don’t want to be worrying about money during retirement. How can budgeting today help your financial plan last into retirement? Will your money be safe against potential challenges leading up to retirement?

Tim Whisler dives into the idea of a “License To Spend” during one’s golden years, with a focus on the criticality of retirees grasping their incoming funds, outgoings, and the various risks that could arise. Tim shares his wisdom on the financial hurdles that often trip up professional sportspeople and those who strike it lucky with lottery wins, pointing out the significance of managing finances with a firm hand.

Tim discusses:

  • Where does the concept of “license to spend” fit into retirement planning
  • How budgeting breaks down income and spending to create a clear idea of financial standing
  • What role does guaranteed income play in mitigating retirement risks
  • Why is proactive financial management important for a secure retirement

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Planning For Taxes And Retirement (Ep.38)

Planning For Taxes And Retirement (Ep.38)

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Retirement planning is ever changing, from government planning to your neighbours opinions. What are the considerations of retirement planning from a financial advisor’s perspective?

In this episode, Tim Whisler shares insight gained from a recent IRA workshop and how it changed his thinking towards basic retirement planning accounts, distribution and taxes.

Tim discusses:

  • The role of the IRS in retirement income planning
  • How government spending could impact retirement accounts
  • Why and how do specific age groups impact retirement planning and distribution phase
  • What order should you withdraw from different retirement accounts
  • And more

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25. Trust the Experts with Your Retirement Planning

25. Trust the Experts with Your Retirement Planning

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When you have a water leak, you call a plumber. When you need to create or manage a retirement plan, you call a retirement income specialist.

In this episode, Tim Whisler discusses the role that a retirement expert plays within retirement planning. Tim shares the difficulties of self-managing a retirement plan and the different elements of a holistic financial plan.

Tim discusses:

  • Why you should hire a retirement expert
  • The difficulties of taking financial advice from friends and family
  • The importance of understanding the different stages of life and how your spending will change
  • The role of liaising gains and relieving pains in your retirement plan
  • And more!

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Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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24. What is the Ideal Age of Retirement?

24. What is the Ideal Age of Retirement?

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Your retirement age can impact the cost and benefits gained during your retirement.

In this episode, Tim Whisler reveals the flow of retirement as you age, from high to low spending. Tim discusses the risks you should consider when planning retirement and how a delay in retirement could grant you huge financial benefits.

Tim discusses:

  • The retirement spending smile
  • The importance of risk management when it comes to your retirement spending
  • How delaying your RMDs to a certain age could increase your benefits
  • And more!

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Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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