On this episode of Simply Money, Bob and Brian break down the biggest stock market mistakes investors still make—even as more Americans than ever are participating in the market. They discuss the shift from pensions to 401(k)s, why younger investors may be taking too little risk, and how to properly align your portfolio with your financial plan instead of your age.

Plus, a deep dive into the Rule of 55 and how it can help unlock early retirement, smart strategies for handling required minimum distributions if you don’t need the income, and how life insurance can evolve from basic protection into a powerful estate and legacy planning tool for high-net-worth families.

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down how just two trading days over the past year could have dramatically impacted your portfolio—and why trying to time the market based on fear can cost you millions over time. They also cover the risks of having multiple old 401(k)s, smart strategies for Roth conversions and tax-efficient charitable giving, how to approach estate planning conversations with aging parents, the importance of pre-planning end-of-life decisions, and when advanced strategies like direct indexing actually make sense for higher-net-worth investors.

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down why investors aren’t panicking despite rising geopolitical tensions, what that means for your portfolio, and how to prepare for volatility with smart planning, liquidity, and tax strategies—plus insights on life insurance decisions, concentrated stock risk, selling a business, Roth conversions, and why having proactive family conversations about long-term care matters more than ever.