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Fidelity’s Latest Data: Health Care in Retirement Is More Expensive Than Ever
Fidelity just released their 2025 Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate. The number is staggering: $172,500 for a 65-year-old retiring today. The bigger problem? One in five Americans haven’t even…
Are You Retirement Ready? Take The Quiz!
The kids may be heading back to class, but it’s a perfect time for adults to crack open the books too, especially when it comes to retirement. In this episode, Scott puts listeners to the test with a…
Don't Fall For These Big Beautiful Bill Myths
Big tax law changes always bring big rumors. But before you assume Social Security is now tax-free or that you’re getting a $40K deduction just for breathing, let’s set the record straight on what…
What The “Big Beautiful Bill” Means For Your Retirement Plan
You’ve probably heard about the “Big Beautiful Bill,” but what does it actually mean for your retirement plan? In this episode, Scott breaks down the real implications of the new legislation, beyond…
Key 2025 Tax Breaks & Adjustment Opportunities
Tax season is here, but filing your 2024 return is just one piece of the puzzle. Now is also the perfect time to take advantage of new tax rules for 2025—before the year gets away from you. With…
April Fool’s: Beliefs That Fool Retirement Savers The Most
April Fool’s Day is all about jokes and pranks, but when it comes to retirement planning, getting fooled can cost you real money. Today, we’re uncovering the beliefs that fool retirees and…
Presidential Wisdom For Your Retirement Plan
Presidents aren’t just leaders of a nation. They’re decision-makers who navigate uncertainty, make tough calls, and plan for the future. Today, we’re looking at how the leadership lessons of some of…
What Do Proposed Tariffs Mean For Your Portfolio?
The day President Trump took office, he announced plans to implement a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada. Additional tariff conversations have exploded since that day. How might this…
The Snowbird Retirement: Is a Seasonal Move Right for You?
Brrr, it’s cold out there! Winter has a lot of people thinking about warmer weather. For some, that just means an annual vacation down south. But for certain retirees, they choose to live elsewhere…
5 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 60s
Financial mistakes can happen at any age, but they can have a particularly significant impact in your 60s. This episode offers five common financial blunders to avoid during this pivotal…
10 Ways To Level Up Financial Success In 2025
Have you already given up on some of your resolutions for the new year? Well, replace them with a few of the actionable ideas we cover on this episode to help you save smarter, invest better and plan…
Most Americans Are Forced to Retire Early - Are You Ready?
Did you know most Americans retire earlier than planned, often due to unexpected health issues, job changes, or financial surprises? These challenges can force people out of work early, leaving them…
Don’t Gamble With Your Nest Egg: Lessons From Your Favorite Game Shows
Everyone loves a good game show. Whether it’s spinning the big wheel or hitting the buzzer with all the right answers. But what happens when people turn their retirement planning into a game? Spoiler…
What Financial Advisors Wish Every Investor Knew
Imagine you could read your financial advisor’s mind before you even walked through the door for the first time. What would they want you to know? In this episode, we bring you the game-changing…
Social Security Shake-Up: How Raising the Retirement Age Could Impact You
Social Security is the backbone of retirement for millions of Americans, but big changes may be coming. On this episode, we dive into the recently released proposal to raise the full retirement age…
Happening Now: How Current Economic Shifts Could Affect Your Retirement
The financial landscape is changing rapidly, and if you’re focused on retirement, these shifts can’t be ignored. In today’s episode, we break down the trends that will define the rest of 2024 and…
Why It’s Crucial To Know How Financial Advisors Get Paid
Ever wonder how your financial advisor really gets paid—and what that means for you? Whether it’s a fee, a commission, or a salary, the way your advisor earns money could be influencing the advice…
Unlock Your Potential During National Financial Planning Month
With National Financial Planning Month upon us, we’re sitting down with a seasoned financial planner, Scott Searles, to uncover the strategies and steps that go into building a personalized financial…
Never Stop Asking 'How Do You Know?' - Navigating Retirement Planning
Remember when you were a kid, always asking 'How do you know?' about everything, like why the sky is blue or where the sun goes at night? That curiosity doesn't go away as we get older; it just turns…
Social Security at 89: The Evolution of America’s Pension Lifeline
Today, we're diving into the history of the Social Security Act, signed in 1935, which has become a crucial part of American retirement planning. We'll explore how this program started, how it's…
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Retirement Toolbox has published 151 episodes since March 2019, covering topics in Business, Business News.
Retirement Toolbox is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 26m.
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