Retirement Pathfinder with Barbara Lane & Phil Guske

Retirement Pathfinder with Barbara Lane & Phil Guske

Financial and retirement planning guidance from Rockford’s Barbara Lane & Phil Guske of Pathfinder Wealth Management.

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September 3, 2026 3 mins

Many retirees assume they’re diversified and financially secure, but overlapping investments, spending habits, and risk tolerance can quietly undermine even well-funded retirement plans.

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As retirement decisions grow more complex, many are being urged to be cautious about relying on family, friends, and media commentary instead of qualified, personalized financial guidance. 

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Market swings can test even seasoned investors, but a disciplined approach to risk and diversification may be more important than trying to time the next move. 

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Why chasing quick profits and trying to time the market could put retirement goals at risk, and what investors should focus on instead.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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From maximizing workplace retirement contributions to timing Social Security and navigating life expectancy uncertainty, key choices before and during retirement can significantly affect long-term financial security.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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Here’s why retirees should be cautious about market predictions, media personalities, and pressure to make quick investment moves. 

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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June 4, 2026 4 mins

A closer look at why retirees and pre-retirees may need to rethink company stock exposure, cash holdings, and long-term investment strategy in today’s economy.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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As retirement approaches, some workers discover too late that savings alone may not be enough to maintain their lifestyle or recover from market downturns.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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Why rising costs, hidden investment risk, and overly complex portfolios could impact your retirement income- and what to watch for now.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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With underfunded plans and company closures always being a risk, retirees may be better off controlling their own retirement funds rather than relying on a traditional pension.

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April 2, 2026 4 mins

As retirement approaches, overlooked paperwork and poorly timed property transfers could undo years of financial planning and create unexpected problems for your heirs.

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Let's discuss why waiting too long, underestimating rising costs, and worrying about the wrong risks could quietly derail your retirement plans.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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What retirees and pre-retirees should understand about moving a 401(k), investing through an IRA, and why Roth accounts continue to stand out for tax-free growth.

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As more retirees face high long-term care expenses and complex estate decisions, planning ahead can protect both your finances and your family’s future.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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As market swings fuel anxiety among retirees, a closer look at history reveals why reacting to headlines and trying to jump in and out of the market often leads to costly mistakes.

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Many retirees rely on strategies they believe are safe, but new insights reveal how market timing, long-term bonds, and canceling life insurance may create more risk than protection.

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Longer lifespans, rising taxes, and persistent inflation are quietly reshaping how long retirement money lasts- and why many Americans may need to rethink their financial plans before it’s too late.

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With pensions disappearing and future tax rates being always uncertain, it's important for folks to take retirement planning into their own hands.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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Retirement brings both freedom and financial decisions- learn practical steps to manage your savings, taxes, and biggest worries.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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In today's episode, we share smart strategies for handling investments, big purchases, and company stock to keep your retirement savings safe.

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Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/

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