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Robert Dow, owner of The Dow Agency, and Lisa Velasco, Medicare Manager at The Dow Agency, review the basics of Medicare including its parts, enrollment, and costs. Outline 00:00 What is Medicare? 1:00 Who can get Medicare? 3:37 Medicare while still working 4:26 What does Medicare cover? 16:38 Standardized Medicare Supplement Plans 18:55 Medicare coverage […]
Healthcare can be confusing, and Medicare can feel even more overwhelming. If you’re nearing retirement, do you know how to bridge the coverage gap as you move from employee to retiree? Pure’s Principal, Marc Horner, CFP®, reviews four key options to help you make a smooth transition. He discusses: COBRA Spouse’s plan ACA Marketplace Private plans […]
Does Medicare feel confusing? To help you approach enrollment with clarity and confidence, Pure’s Senior Financial Advisor, Bill Hodapp, CFP®, CPA, AIF®, breaks down Medicare eligibility, coverage options, costs, and the steps to sign up. Transcript Are you wondering when Medicare starts, how it works, what it covers and the costs? Do you need a […]
Updated for 2025: Every day, about 10,000 Americans retire. Unfortunately, far too many retirees don’t realize that their retirement plan is on life support right from the start because they’ve estimated their financial needs with numbers that are far from the reality they’ll face once they’ve clocked out for the last time. When it comes […]
Ralph and Alice in Monument, Colorado have $4.6 million dollars saved at ages 63 and 58. Should they do Roth conversions? How do they avoid IRMAA? Mary Jo in Escondido, California wonders if she should use her 403(b) money to pay off her mortgage. And Lucas plans to spend from his brokerage, then his 401(k), then his Social Security and pension when he retires in 20 years. What do Joe and Big Al think of his strategy? Find out today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast 534.
Pure’s Senior Financial Advisor, David Cook, CFP®, AIF®, provides insight into key risks of retirement and how to manage them. Outline 00:00 Intro 1:26 Why is Risk Management so Important? 3:35 Types of Risk Management 20:20 Risk Management Strategies 24:25 Asset Allocation 26:44 Diversification 28:09 Tax Diversification 35:37 Risk Management Process 36:07 Retirement Risk Zone: […]
Robert Dow, owner of The Dow Agency, and Lisa Velasco, Medicare Manager at The Dow Agency, answer the top Medicare questions. Outline 00:00 Intro 0:33 Top 10 Questions 0:58 What is Medicare? 1:40 Who can get Medicaid? 2:11 Can you have both Medicare and Medicaid? 2:42 Do I need Medicare if I plan to work […]
How much should you save in pre-tax accounts vs. post-tax accounts? Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball on the “age plus 20” rule for retirement savings, Roth 401(k) contributions and distributions, and a Social Security claiming strategy for Ralph and Marie in Wilmington, Delaware. Shawn wonders if YMYW listeners are ignoring the WEP and GPO when it comes to Social Security, that is, the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset. Plus, can Jake and Amy in Iowa retire in 5 years, or do they need to work beyond age 60? Should Edwin stop making Roth contributions and start doing Roth conversions instead? And finally, how can Jeff in North Dakota’s son qualify for the American Opportunity Tax Credit?
As healthcare costs are anticipated to be a major part of retirement expenses for Americans, securing the right coverage to meet your specific needs is crucial. Pure’s Senior Financial Advisor, Joe Schweiger, CFP®, AIF®, describes the details of Medigap to help you navigate your available options. FREE GUIDE | Medicare Checkup Guide Transcript According to […]
Will building a new home delay Janelle’s early retirement? Can Mike and his wife retire early at ages 50 and 55, and how much should they convert to Roth? Maria and her partner keep their finances separate – can Maria cover her own expenses in early retirement? Plus, Joe and Big Al explain the difference between FDIC insurance and SIPC insurance for Edward, who wonders if he should spread his assets between banks for protection. Fajita Willy needs a spitball on his MYGA (multi-year guaranteed annuities) retirement strategy. Nancy wants to know if mandatory seismic retrofit expenses are tax-deductible. And how should Lee manage Roth contributions and IRMAA now that his Social Security disability has finally been approved and he’s received 5 years of back pay?
Will Duke and Daisy’s retirement spending plan work? If you’re a fan of hearing Joe and Big Al debate, you’re in luck, as they disagree on assumptions when it comes to retirement planning and withdrawals. The EASIretirement.com calculator says Chuck in South Carolina could convert even more to Roth, and the fellas spitball on the pros and cons. Plus, what should Chuck’s asset allocation be for his daughters, and how should Scott in Kansas City’s parents allocate their assets? Can Rothaholic undo his Roth conversion? Brian Fantana and his wife are in their 30s and want to retire at 60. Are they on track? Ricky in Alabama wants to avoid Medicare’s IRMAA, or income-related monthly adjustment amount. Should he spend from his IRA or from his Roth? Daniel in Whittier wants to know what exactly counts for IRMAA income, anyway? And finally, Elisa in Fremont wants to know, with the new SECURE Act 2.0 rules, when can you transfer 529 college savings funds to Roth?
Big Tex, Paul in Maryland, and Nick in Alabama all need to know how much money they should convert to Roth to pay as little tax as possible. Johnny and June forgot to convert their backdoor Roth money – are they in trouble? Darren in Nevada has no plans at all to do Roth conversions, but surprisingly still listens to YMYW, and still wants a spitball on his retirement and real estate investment strategies. Plus, can Lolly Pop in New Jersey be less miserly and back off on saving for retirement? Can John in South Carolina use this year’s lower income to reduce his Medicare premiums? And finally, if Ordinary Guy in Boston meets an untimely demise, should that change his plans to retire early?
Every year, Medicare’s open enrollment period is from October 15 to December 7. Choosing the right Medicare plan can be overwhelming, but understanding the basics can help you make an informed decision. Pure’s Financial Planner, Matt Gray, CFP®, discusses the important Medicare parts to consider. FREE GUIDE | Medicare Check-up Guide Transcript Today we’ll cover Medicare […]
For nearly 19 years, Medicare expert and co-founder of Boomer Benefits, Danielle K. Roberts, has been helping people make the most of their Medicare benefits. In this webinar for Pure Financial Advisors, Danielle explains: The basics of Medicare, Part A, Part B, Part C, and Part D Medicare and Social Security How to sign up […]
Medicare can seem complex with its four parts and various coverage options. Pure’s Financial Planner, Daniel Goldstein, CFP®, AIF®, simplifies it for you to help you find plans that suit your needs and budget. FREE GUIDE | Medicare Check-up Guide Transcript Medicare has four parts: Part A; hospital insurance, Part B; medical insurance, Part C; […]
