Retirement Planning Made Easy
Listen in as Chris Hammond teaches you how to easily plan for your retirement. In this podcast Chris Hammond, RICP® discusses: how to help you turn your retirement savings into a lifetime paycheck, Social Security, Medicare... and also dives deeps into some of the most popular personal finance books of all time with the goal of helping you more easily plan for an amazing retirement. Join the Retirement Planning Made Easy community by visiting www.RetirementPlanningMadeEasy.com.
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#56 The Power of Present Action on Your Future Retirement
04/25/2024
#56 The Power of Present Action on Your Future Retirement
Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond goes over some things you can do today to help you have a better future retirement. I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#55 How to Avoid Going Back To Work After Retirement
04/18/2024
#55 How to Avoid Going Back To Work After Retirement
Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond discusses some retirement headlines he came across about people having to go back to work after they already retired, and how you can help avoid that. I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#54 Retirement Spending Trim Down - 5 Tips
04/11/2024
#54 Retirement Spending Trim Down - 5 Tips
Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this video Chris Hammond goes over 5 tips you can use to trim down the waste in your spending without it hurting so much. I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#53 Retirement Planning Subjective Values and Objective Realities
04/04/2024
#53 Retirement Planning Subjective Values and Objective Realities
Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this video Chris Hammond goes over why it's so important that the reality of your financial situation lines up with how you feel about it. I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#52 Coasting Into Retirement With Deliberate Actions
03/28/2024
#52 Coasting Into Retirement With Deliberate Actions
In this episode Chris Hammond goes over some things you can do to put your retirement plan more on auto-pilot. Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit:
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#51 Why Does It Always Feel Like My Portfolio Stinks
03/21/2024
#51 Why Does It Always Feel Like My Portfolio Stinks
In this episode Chris Hammond goes over some of the reasons you may be disappointed in your portfolio and how comparing it to the wrong benchmark can lead you to make bad decisions. Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit:
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#50 Biggest Mistake Investors Make in Retirement
03/14/2024
#50 Biggest Mistake Investors Make in Retirement
In this video Chris Hammond goes over what he believes is the biggest mistake investors make when they retire and how to overcome this. Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit:
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#49 Flying By The Seat of Your Pants Retirement Planning
03/12/2024
#49 Flying By The Seat of Your Pants Retirement Planning
Visit: to watch the MasterClass webinar “Reaching Retirement & Thriving Beyond.” To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond goes over 5 ways to help overcome inertia in your retirement planning
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#48 Your IRA Contribution Deadlines For 2023
02/29/2024
#48 Your IRA Contribution Deadlines For 2023
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond discusses when the deadline is for your 2023 IRA contributions, and amounts you can put in one. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#47 Not All Your Accounts Are Taxed The Same
02/22/2024
#47 Not All Your Accounts Are Taxed The Same
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond discusses how different types of accounts are taxed differently, and how this impacts your retirement, and how you can use it to your advantage if you understand the differences. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#46 Navigating the Retirement Journey
02/15/2024
#46 Navigating the Retirement Journey
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond shows you how to navigate your retirement journey and what tools you have available to do so. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#45 How To Get "Respect" From Your Heirs
02/08/2024
#45 How To Get "Respect" From Your Heirs
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond discusses an article that shows the woes that Aretha Franklin's heirs are going through with her estate. And what are some steps we could all take to help avoid these same things in our own situation. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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#44 How Are Your New Year's Resolutions Going
02/01/2024
#44 How Are Your New Year's Resolutions Going
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond talks about New Year's resolutions, why they often fail and how you can stay on track with yours. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #43 Quick Guide to Different Types of Annuities
12/28/2023
Episode #43 Quick Guide to Different Types of Annuities
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond goes over a quick guide to annuities to help you see if it makes sense to own one, and if so which one is the right one for you. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #42 Easy End of Year Tax Strategy for Traditional IRA's
12/21/2023
Episode #42 Easy End of Year Tax Strategy for Traditional IRA's
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond goes over how to tell if a Roth IRA conversion makes sense for you. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #41 What Playing Tennis Taught Me About Investing
12/14/2023
Episode #41 What Playing Tennis Taught Me About Investing
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond shows you how winning at amateur tennis is similar to winning at the long-term investing game. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #40 End of Year Tax Wrap Ups
12/08/2023
Episode #40 End of Year Tax Wrap Ups
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond goes over some end of year tax "to-do's" you might want to look into. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #39 What Are The Main Types of Annuities In The Market Today
11/30/2023
Episode #39 What Are The Main Types of Annuities In The Market Today
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond discusses the main types of annuities on the market today. And how to understand which one could be the best one for you. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #38 How To Avoid the 10% Penalty on IRA's
11/23/2023
Episode #38 How To Avoid the 10% Penalty on IRA's
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond shows you how to avoid the 10% penalty for withdrawing funds early from a retirement account. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #37 How Do Annuities Guarantee Lifetime Income
11/16/2023
Episode #37 How Do Annuities Guarantee Lifetime Income
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: In this episode Chris Hammond walks us through how annuity companies guarantee lifetime income, which can be important for many retirees that want additional income above what their Social Security provides. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #36 Medicare Supplements vs Medicare Advantage Plans
11/09/2023
Episode #36 Medicare Supplements vs Medicare Advantage Plans
To watch this episode on YouTube visit: During the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period it's a good idea to think about whether a Medicare Supplement or a Medicare Advantage Plan is right for you. In this episode Chris Hammond talks about the pros and cons of each. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #35 How To Choose A Medicare Part D Drug Plan
11/02/2023
Episode #35 How To Choose A Medicare Part D Drug Plan
Here's the link to the YouTube video that accompanies the audio of this episode: With the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period upon us (from Oct 15th thru Dec 7th) it's time to make a choice on your Part D prescription drug plan. In this episode Chris Hammond walks you through how to use Medicare's website to pick a Part D Medicare Prescription Drug Plan. To download a free copy of the Essential Step-By-Step Retirement Guide click here: I am a financial advisor, but I’m not your advisor financial planner. Please consult with your own tax, legal and financial advisor for personalized advice. Investment advisory services offered through Retirement Wealth Advisors, LLC (RWA), a registered investment advisor. RWA and Hammond Wealth Advisory are independent of each other. Insurance products and services are not offered from RWA but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. This information is designed to provide general information on the subjects covered, it is not, however, intended to provide specific legal or tax advice and cannot be used to avoid tax penalties or to promote, market, or recommend any tax plan or arrangement. Please note that Hammond Wealth Advisory and its affiliates do not give legal or tax advice. You are encouraged to consult your tax advisor or attorney. Chris Hammond and/or Hammond Wealth Advisory are not affiliated with or endorsed by the Social Security Administration or any other governmental agency.
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Episode #34 How To Emotionally Handle Money In Retirement
10/26/2023
Episode #34 How To Emotionally Handle Money In Retirement
Money is one of the most emotional topics / aspects of your life that you will ever experience. In this video Chris Hammond discusses some of the insights a philosophy professor discovered over his decades of teaching and what you can do as a person nearing retirement to help have less worry over money in your life. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #33 Common Roth IRA Questions
10/19/2023
Episode #33 Common Roth IRA Questions
You may be wondering if you should have a Roth IRA, or do a Roth conversion with some of your Traditional IRA funds. In this episode Chris Hammond goes over 3 common questions about Roth IRA's to help you make a better decision. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #32 Calculating Your Social Security Break Even Age
10/12/2023
Episode #32 Calculating Your Social Security Break Even Age
In this episode Chris Hammond walks through how you can calculate your Social Security break even age based on when you decide to start drawing benefits. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #31 Where Do Annuities Fit In A Retirement Plan
10/05/2023
Episode #31 Where Do Annuities Fit In A Retirement Plan
There are some really good reasons to own an annuity. In this episode I discuss the 4 reasons to consider an annuity in your retirement portfolio. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #30 Understanding the ABCD's of Medicare
09/28/2023
Episode #30 Understanding the ABCD's of Medicare
In this episode we discuss why it's so important to understand the 4 parts of Medicare, and we go over what each part does and how they work together. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #29 Should you retire before reaching your savings goal
09/21/2023
Episode #29 Should you retire before reaching your savings goal
In this episode we talk about why it's so important to look at more than just hitting a certain target savings goal when determining if you are retirement ready. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #28 Is Medicare's IRMAA that big of a deal
09/14/2023
Episode #28 Is Medicare's IRMAA that big of a deal
Sometimes IRMAA is not that big a deal... but other times it can be. In this episode we discuss situations when it can matter and when it doesn't matter so much. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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Episode #27 Three reasons you may want to claim Social Security early
09/08/2023
Episode #27 Three reasons you may want to claim Social Security early
It's not always the case that delaying Social Security as long as possible is the best move for you. In this episode we discuss 3 reasons you may want to claim benefits early. Visit: to download a free copy of The Essential Step By Step Retirement Guide.
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