Tackling Taxes and Inflation: How to Protect Your Retirement Today
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
Release Date: 02/18/2025
Checklist for a Successful Retirement Plan
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
Retirement is one of the biggest transitions in life – and having a checklist for retirement can make all the difference between feeling confident and feeling stressed about the future. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Certified Financial Planner Eric Heckman is sharing a practical retirement checklist that covers the essentials: income, investments, healthcare, taxes, and legacy planning. If you’ve ever wondered “What am I missing in my retirement plan?” – this episode is for you.
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How to Maximize Your Retirement Without Running Out of Money
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
You’ve worked hard. You’ve saved diligently. And now that retirement is around the corner (or already here), it’s time to make sure your money lasts as long as you do. That’s what this episode of Wealth Creator Radio with Certified Financial Planner Eric Heckman is all about: how to maximize your retirement and avoid costly mistakes that could jeopardize your future. Because here’s the truth: without income in retirement, you’re just unemployed. Tune in to hear smart and simple strategies that will help you build a retirement income you can count on for the long haul....
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How to Make Your Money Work For You in Retirement
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
“It’s not what you make – it’s what you keep that counts.” If you’ve ever heard this classic money motto, you know it hits especially hard when you’re looking ahead to retirement. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Certified Financial Planner Eric Heckman breaks down what it really means to make your money work for you – not just while you’re earning, but long after your last paycheck. Tune in to hear Eric’s key strategies for creating a retirement income plan that lasts.
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The Three Financial Pillars That Support a Strong Retirement
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
Let’s face it: these are uncertain times. Between volatile markets and global conflicts, it's easy to feel anxious about your financial future, especially if you're in or nearing retirement. On this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Certified Financial Planner Eric Heckman explains the foundational financial pillars that can help you feel more secure and confident, no matter what the headlines say.
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Practical Tips to Create a Legacy that Lasts
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
If you’ve ever thought about leaving something meaningful behind for your family beyond just money, you’re not alone. But creating a legacy plan is more than just writing a will and hoping for the best. On this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Certified Financial Planner Eric Heckman shares the essentials of legacy planning in a way that’s approachable, practical, and focused on protecting your loved ones. Tune in to hear what you need to know to create a legacy that lasts.
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Tax Savvy Retirement Planning: How to Build a Solid Financial Foundation
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
If you’re planning for retirement – or even just thinking about it – it’s tempting to chase every shiny new investment strategy. But according to Eric Heckman, veteran financial planner and owner of Heckman Financial, the smartest move you can make is to go back to the basics. In this episode, Eric lays out the four structural pillars of a solid, tax savvy retirement plan – and explains how skipping any one of them could leave your finances on shaky ground.
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How to Maximize Your Retirement Income in a Volatile Market
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
When the stock market feels more like a rollercoaster than a reliable investment tool, it’s easy to start second-guessing your retirement strategy. That’s why Eric Heckman, Certified Financial Planner and President of Heckman Financial, is here to help you make sense of market swings – and more importantly, show you how to maximize your retirement income no matter what the headlines say. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric shares practical ways to stay calm, confident, and in control of your finances as you prepare for or enjoy retirement.
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Protect Your Retirement from Taxes, Inflation & Scams
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
From phishing emails to fake charities, to creeping taxes and inflation, there’s no limit to the risks out there that eat away at your retirement fund. But today, Eric Heckman is here to help you navigate the financial challenges of retirement with clarity and confidence, so your money can last as long as you do. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric shares how to spot common IRS scams, why you need a tax strategy to keep your hard-earned money, and strategies to combat inflation in retirement.
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Retirement Tips from Real Retirees: What You Need to Know Now
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
If you’re like most Americans, you’ve probably worried at some point about whether you’ll be able to retire comfortably – or at all. According to a recent Axios poll, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, and 62% think Social Security won’t cover even half of their expenses. These numbers are sobering – but they don’t have to define your future. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, host Eric Heckman, certified financial planner and president of Heckman Financial, breaks down what you can do now to get retirement-ready, no matter where you're starting from....
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Your Retirement Income Blueprint: How to Weather Any Decade
Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman
What happens if your retirement starts during a bad decade for the stock market? In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, host Eric Heckman, certified financial planner and president of Heckman Financial, explains why the sequence of returns matters – and how you can protect your financial future no matter what the economy throws your way. Eric shares why a retirement income blueprint is essential for creating a steady, reliable income that lasts through all three decades of retirement: the good, the bad, and the uncertain. You’ll learn how foundational money, strategic Roth conversions,...
info_outlineHistory shows us that when countries accumulate too much debt, it can lead to big economic problems. For retirees, this can translate to rising taxes and inflation, which can eat away at their hard-earned savings.
If you want to make sure your money lasts as long as you do, you need to make a plan for taxes and inflation in retirement. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is breaking down the four pillars of a solid retirement plan, the risks to your retirement, and how to protect your money from rising taxes and inflation.