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What’s the risk if only one spouse handles the finances? What are the smartest ways to plan for long-term care costs? There are plenty of ways retirement plans can go off the rails. In this episode, Mark shares real-world “financial disaster” scenarios he’s seen and how to keep them from happening to you. These aren’t just market risks, they’re life events that can derail your savings, shake your confidence, and force you to make tough choices you never planned for.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

🗝 Keys to safeguarding your retirement income

🏥 Planning for long-term care without draining your savings

🏚 The risks of living solely on Social Security

🛡 Building a resilient retirement plan to weather life’s surprises

🏦 Protecting your nest egg from market volatility

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Major life decisions (like taking a big trip or starting a business) can all have lasting effects on your financial future. The impact isn’t always obvious upfront, but without a solid plan, even a well-intentioned move can throw retirement off course. This episode, Mark talks about making smart choices before money becomes a source of stress. It’s not just about cutting back or saying no, it’s about understanding how each decision fits into the bigger picture.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

💰 Turning $500K into reliable income

📉 The annuity pitch and why to think twice

🧾 Health insurance after leaving a full-time job

⚠️ Why entrepreneurship in your 50s requires extra caution

🏰 Can you afford Disney before you retire?

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Email:

mark@silverman-associates.com

Phone:

520.512.8832

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Wedding bells are ringing, but are the money talks happening? In this episode, Mark offers essential financial advice for newlyweds and remarried couples alike. If it’s your first time tying the knot or a second (or third) go-round, there are big financial questions to sort out, and ignoring them can lead to trouble. As you’ll see, it’s better to talk now than fight later.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

💬 Why money talks should happen before marriage

💳 How financial history impacts your future

🔐 Why second marriages need extra estate planning

🎯 Joint or separate accounts? What works and why

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Web:

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Email:

mark@silverman-associates.com

Phone:

520.512.8832