Retirement Done Right w/ David & Pat

Retirement Done Right w/ David & Pat

David Rath, CMT, CFA & Patrick Kalish, CFP®

Episodes 20
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Mar 2025
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
38%
Hosting
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About This Podcast

Retirement Done Right is the podcast for smart, proactive retirees and pre-retirees who want to maximize their wealth, time, and lifestyle. Hosted by David Rath, CMT, CFA and Patrick Kalish, CFP® from Continuum Wealth Advisors, LLC, this show dives deep into retirement planning, investing, Social Security strategies, tax-efficient withdrawals, healthcare costs, and more—so you can retire with confidence.


Each episode delivers practical financial strategies, expert insights, and real-world advice to help you navigate the transition from career to retirement without stress. Whether you’re wondering how to create a reliable retirement paycheck, optimize your investments, or make the most of your golden years, Retirement Done Right has you covered.


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Retirement isn’t the end—it’s just the beginning. Let’s make sure you do it right.

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Recent Episodes

Does Retirement Mean A New Financial Advisor?

May 26, 2026 27m

In this episode of Retirement Done Right, hosts David Rath and Pat Kalish tackle a question most people don't think to ask: Should you change your financial advisor when you retire?The skills that…

Market Volatility & Your Retirement

Mar 27, 2026 23m

5 Key Takeaways:Everything Is Connected: Oil prices, interest rates, gold, and stocks don't move in isolation. Understanding how they interact (intermarket analysis) is essential for navigating…

Can AI Replace Financial Advisors & Portfolio Managers?

Mar 13, 2026 27m

Q1: Can AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini build a better retirement portfolio than a human advisor?A1: Not yet. While AI can generate a solid, textbook 60/40 portfolio using low-cost Vanguard funds, it…

How 529s Can Be A Retirement Tool

Feb 20, 2026 8m

5 Key Takeaways:Flexibility is the Name of the Game: The fear of "overfunding" a 529 is gone. Unused education savings can now kickstart a child's (or your own) Roth IRA, providing a powerful head…

Do "Set It & Forget It" Strategies Really Work?

Feb 13, 2026 4m

Q1: What does a "Set It and Forget It" investment strategy actually mean for retirees?A1: It means you determine an initial asset allocation, rebalance at standard intervals (quarterly or annually),…

(Legally) Avoiding the 10% Early Withdrawal Penalty

Feb 06, 2026 5m

Q1: Did you know there are 21 ways to avoid the 10% penalty for taking retirement money out before age 59 ½?A1: Yes, the IRS provides numerous exceptions to the early withdrawal penalty, with several…

What 2026 Markets Might Bring For Your Retirement

Jan 21, 2026 13m

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a…

3 Potential Red Flags In Your Retirement Portfolio

Dec 23, 2025 7m

This is for educational purposes only. Key Takeaways:"A-Shares" mutual funds charge upfront commissions (often ~5%) and higher ongoing fees. Ask your advisor if a cheaper share class of the same fund…

Questions You NEED To Ask Your Financial Advisor

Nov 04, 2025 40m

🔍 Financial Advisors; The Truth About Fees, Fiduciaries & Holistic Planning In this revealing episode of Retirement Done Right, hosts Pat Kalish is joined by Andrew Heuss to pull back the curtain…

Is $1 Million Enough to Retire? The REAL Answer

Oct 10, 2025 37m

How much do you really need to retire? The classic $1 million benchmark is a starting point, but is it your finish line? In this episode of Retirement Done Right, hosts David Rath and Pat Kalish,…

5 Advanced Tax Tips To Create And Maintain A Low Tax Retirement

Sep 12, 2025 39m

In this episode of Retirement Done Right, hosts David Rath & Pat Kalish are joined by Sarah Dorsey, CPA, to uncover five powerful, lesser-known tax strategies that can save you thousands and help…

The Retirement Threat Your Advisor Didn't Mention

Sep 02, 2025 32m

🔒CYBERSECURITY FOR RETIREES: Protect Your Life Savings from Digital Threats In this critical episode of Retirement Done Right, hosts David Rath & Pat Kalish sit down with Mark Hurley, CEO of…

Home Transition Coming Up? This Solution Changes Everything

Aug 18, 2025 31m

🏠 Navigating a Home Transition? Here's How to Make It Stress-Free 🏠In this episode of Retirement Done Right, host Pat Kalish sits down with Erin Larkin-Maguire, founder of Good LineHomes, to unpack…

How To Use An HSA In Retirement & Create A "Stealth" IRA

Jul 28, 2025 29m

In this episode of Retirement Done Right, hosts David Rath & Pat Kalish reveal why Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are the most underrated tool in personal finance—triple tax benefits, healthcare…

Tools & Strategies To Taking On Healthcare In Retirement

Jun 18, 2025 45m

In this episode of Retirement Done Right, David Rath and Pat Kalish sit down with Cole Craven, co-founder of Move Health, to break down the complexities of healthcare planning for retirees—from…

One Big Beautiful Bill Act - How Will It Impact Retirement, Estate Planning, & More

Jun 17, 2025 29m

In this video, Continuum Group’s CPA Sarah Dorsey breaks down the proposed One Big Beautiful Bill Act and how it could impact your tax strategy, retirement savings, and financial future.📌 Key Topics…

How to Pay Yourself in Retirement: A Step-by-Step Guide

May 13, 2025 29m

Making the leap from accumulating wealth to spending it in retirement isn’t just a financial shift—it’s a psychological one. In this episode of Retirement Done Right, David and Pat explore what it…

3: Tariff Talk

Apr 21, 2025 30m

In this episode, David and Pat break down the market chaos triggered by recent tariff announcements and explore how fear-driven headlines can wreak havoc on investor behavior. They dive into the…

2: The Retirement Income Puzzle: What You Really Need (and Why Rules of Thumb Fall Short)

Mar 28, 2025 26m

Most people approaching retirement have heard the usual advice: the 4% rule, the 25x rule, or the idea that you’ll only need 70–80% of your working income. But are these rules actually helpful or…

1: Four Common Estate Planning Mistakes (And How to Fix)

Mar 07, 2025 18m

Estate planning is essential to ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes and your loved ones are protected. However, even the best intentions can go off track due to common…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Retirement Done Right w/ David & Pat have?

Retirement Done Right w/ David & Pat has published 20 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Business, Investing.

Is Retirement Done Right w/ David & Pat still active?

Retirement Done Right w/ David & Pat is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 25m.

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