Too Much Income in Retirement Can Cost You

Taxes don’t stop in retirement. Income thresholds can trigger taxes on Social Security, higher Medicare premiums and lost deductions. On this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis explains how strategies like Roth conversions can help coordinate income and withdrawals—so there are no surprises down the road.

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Could ‘Dirty Sponges’ in Your Retirement Plan Be Setting You Up for a Future Tax Hit?

Filthy sponges spread bacteria in the kitchen because small problems get ignored. In retirement planning, “dirty sponges” are the overlooked details that quietly grow into bigger tax surprises later on. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis explains how proactive planning can identify and clean up those issues early - before they turn into costly tax problems down the road.

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We protect our homes from harmful odors and gases—but what about hidden fees in your retirement portfolio? In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis reveals how just a 1% fee can quietly drain thousands of dollars from your future—and how he can help spot the problem before the financial ‘pollution’ sets in.

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Do You Have the Right ‘Recipe’ for Retirement?

Some home cooks skip the recipe—with mixed results. Retirement planning works much the same way. Without a written plan, you’re essentially winging it. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis walks through the key ingredients of a solid retirement plan, from guaranteed income and tax strategies to risk management and creating a clear vision for retirement.

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Is It Time to ‘Look Forward’ with Complete Tax Planning?

Tax season often feels like an exercise in looking backward—collecting documents and filing last year’s return. But comprehensive tax planning is about what’s next. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis shares forward‑thinking strategies designed to help maximize tax benefits in future years.

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Add a ‘Gimme’ Putt to Your Retirement Plan

Golfers commonly award ‘gimme’ putts to players whose ball comes within inches of the cup. That can also be accomplished in your retirement plan with reliable income sources. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis explains how they work - from annuities, pensions and Social Security to fixed income.

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So This is the Year You’ve Resolved to Get a Financial Advisor – Now What?

Thousands of Americans make New Year’s Resolutions. One of the most popular is finally hiring a financial advisor. In this episode of Countdown to Retirement, Gregg MacInnis reminds us that a ‘holistic’ advisor looks at more than accumulating income. They also deal with market risk, tax and estate planning and long-term care. Gregg also talks about the importance of that first meeting.

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What It Means to Be a ‘Kingdom’ Financial Advisor

In past Countdown to Retirement shows, Gregg MacInnis mentioned that he’s a ‘Kingdom Advisor.’ In today’s episode, he explains what the faith-based organization, how it aligns with the teachings of the Bible when it comes to faith and how it integrates with saving for and spending in retirement. Gregg even says being tax efficient isn’t a sin!

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