In this episode of Retire Smart Maryland Radio, hosts Prashant Sabapathi and Jon DeFeo discuss the current market volatility and its implications for retirement planning. They emphasize the importance of having a solid financial plan, especially in uncertain times, and highlight the critical knowledge gaps surrounding Social Security among pre-retirees. The conversation covers strategies for navigating market turbulence, the significance of Social Security optimization, and the need for personalized financial advice from fiduciaries.

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In this episode of Retire Smart Maryland Radio, hosts Prashant Sabapathi and Jon DeFeo discuss the current economic climate, addressing concerns about a potential recession and its implications for retirement planning. They emphasize the importance of having a solid financial plan, especially during turbulent times, and explore hidden costs that can impact retirement savings. The conversation also covers strategies for managing debt and banking fees, highlighting the need for regular reviews of financial plans to ensure long-term security.

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In this episode of Retire Smart Maryland Radio, hosts Prashant Sabapathi and Jon DeFeo discuss the importance of tax efficiency in retirement planning. They explore various tools such as life insurance, income annuities, and Roth accounts, emphasizing the need for a diversified and strategic approach to wealth management. The conversation also draws parallels between retirement planning and lessons from classic literature, highlighting characters like Ebenezer Scrooge and Captain Ahab to illustrate the pitfalls of poor financial decisions.

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In this episode of Retire Smart Maryland Radio, Jon DeFeo discusses the various curveballs that can impact retirement planning, including financial instability, healthcare costs, taxes, inflation, and estate planning. He emphasizes the importance of having a flexible retirement plan that can adapt to life's unexpected challenges. The conversation also covers strategies to mitigate these risks, such as creating a realistic spending plan, considering long-term care insurance, and exploring Roth conversions to manage tax liabilities. Jon highlights the need for proactive planning to ensure a secure and fulfilling retirement.

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On this episode of Retire Smart Maryland Radio, hosts Prashant Sabapathi and Jon DeFeo discuss the impact of tariffs on retirement planning, myth-busting common misconceptions. They explore the role of indexed annuities in securing financial futures, the benefits of tax-deferred growth, and the importance of having a safety net in retirement. The conversation also highlights the significance of estate planning, using the example of the late musician Prince, who passed away without a plan, emphasizing that everyone should consider their estate planning needs.

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Today on Retire Smart Maryland Radio, we're breaking down major economic headlines and more importantly, what can you do to protect your financial future?

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Retirement is a big life change. Some people celebrate it with excitement while others find it a little challenging once their careers come to an end. Like any major transition, it takes some getting used to. But a little preparation can go a long way when you finally get there. We'll talk about it today on Retire Smart Maryland Radio.

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Retire Smart Maryland Radio: Retirement, it's the reward we dream of after all those years of hard work, right? No more morning alarms, no more office politics and definitely no more exhausting commutes. But here's the thing. While you definitely gain a lot of freedom, you also may lose more than you might realize. We'll talk about it today on Retire Smart Maryland Radio.

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