Your Retirement With Sam Duell

Your Retirement With Sam Duell

Sam Duell and his co-hosts look at retirement planning from all angles in this podcast. They take a holistic view of retirement planning and, as the show name suggests, they stress the importance of talking with someone who believes in custom planning. After all, it's Your Retirement.

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August 29, 2025 50 mins

Luke and Lake talk about the next generation gearing up for retirement.  That’s Generation X and they’re in the financial red zone.  The discuss that transition for accumulation to decumulation, how the generation should prepare for tax efficiency, healthcare costs, and the possibility of long- term-care.  They also cover the “just right” retirement customized for you which includes considerat...

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Sam and Luke go back thirty years to show how some of the tried and true retirement standards from 1995 don’t exactly hold up in 2025.  They cover the difference in tax and interest rates and a how a different approach may be needed with the four percent rule.  They also do a comparison of Roth versus traditional savings.

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August 15, 2025 51 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke offer the opportunity to look at your annuity and consider possible opportunities with higher interest rates.  They also cover some bells and whistles that exist now with modern annuities.  The conversation shifts to proactive tax strategies in light of the tax burden that could be faced by those with tax-deferred savings.  They also discuss five questions asked in a Kiplinger retirement survey.

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August 8, 2025 50 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke caution against retirement ready assumptions that may not be accurate.  They advise of out-of-pocket healthcare costs even with Medicare.  They also explore whether or not your 401(k) is enough, and they look at how your expenses could be in retirement.  They also discuss forward looking retirement tax strategies and making sure to have a contingency plan in place in the event of early retirement.

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July 25, 2025 51 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke cover what is necessary to help people determine what they need to retire.  They break down the difference between confidence and preparedness and stress the importance of acting now to implement a plan to combat healthcare and possible long term care cost.  They also discuss some common retirement missteps to avoid.

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July 18, 2025 50 mins

This conversation emphasizes the critical importance of intentional retirement planning, highlighting the need for a clear vision, effective income distribution strategies, and awareness of tax implications.  Andi and Luke discuss the challenges retirees face, including healthcare costs, inflation, and the psychological shift from saving to spending. The conversation also addresses asset protection in the event of divorce and ...

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July 11, 2025 51 mins

This conversation explores the critical financial decisions surrounding saving and investing, particularly as individuals approach retirement. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the differences between saving and investing, the necessity of diversification in investment strategies, and the significance of planning for a financially secure retirement. Sam and Andi also delve into the concept of phased retireme...

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July 4, 2025 50 mins

Andi and Luke cover the true meaning of financial independence in retirement and strategies to make sure this can be achieved.  They also explore a Vanguard “How American Saves” report in revealing some of the surprising results and they look at important pre-retirement considerations for those in their fifties.

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June 20, 2025 51 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke delve into the essential aspects of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of strategic financial management, understanding market dynamics, and the psychological factors influencing financial decisions.  They discuss the necessity of having a solid plan for retirement, the impact of market volatility on emotional investing, and the role of financial advisors in guiding individuals through their re...

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June 13, 2025 50 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke cover mistakes that humans make in financial planning and offer solutions to get back on track.  They also discuss strategies to consider in building critical retirement income streams in the conversation on Social Security, pensions, annuities, the four percent rule, and even considerations on health care costs.  They conclude with a strategy discussion on building a great retirement and then particip...

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May 23, 2025 50 mins

Andi, Luke, and Lake cover what needs to be considered in the phases of retirement starting with pre-retirement and going through retirement day, the honeymoon phase, disenchantment, reorientation, and stability.  They also discuss what you should be hearing from a retirement professional to make sure they are going to include all the components of proper retirement planning.

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May 9, 2025 50 mins

Luke and Lake cover some unconventional and traditional economic warning signs.  The unconventional signs include the lipstick and cardboard box index and some of the traditional indicators are the GDP and consumer confidence.  They cover strategies to meet temporary retirement challenges.  They also cover retirement missteps to avoid and getting your portfolio in good shape.

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May 2, 2025 49 mins

Lake LaChapelle explains how uncertainty in the economy doesn’t have to mean inaction.  He talks about fighting back against rising prices, adjusting your portfolio, and implementing tax strategies.  Lake also covers unique challenges faced by women in retirement planning and ties classic mom sayings to retirement.

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April 18, 2025 51 mins

Sam and Luke talk about navigating the roller coaster of the economy reminding listeners to revisit their asset allocation, not panic, explore proper diversification, and consider income-generating investments.  They also discuss how a review can assess your risk and make sure you have good cash reserves.  The podcast also covers a knowledge gap in Social Security.  Sam and Luke offer information on everything from f...

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April 4, 2025 49 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke discuss retirement tools that could lower your tax bill in retirement.  They cover Index Universal Life Insurance, income annuities, Roth strategies, and health savings accounts.  Then it’s time to revisit classic literature and the team offering retirement scoring on characters such as Ebenezer Scrooge, Captain Ahab, and Atticus Finch.  They also cover standard retirement rules and discuss ...

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March 28, 2025 50 mins

Sam, Andi, and Luke hold a discussion on how to be prepared for the “curveballs” retirement can throw at you.  They cover the big ones like healthcare and long term care costs, taxes, inflation, financial instability, and estate planning oversights.  They move into retirement rules of thumb.  Are some outdated?  Do some need to be adjusted?  Find out more in the podcast and see how the team &ldq...

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March 21, 2025 50 mins

Andi and Luke cut through the myths and to the facts on tariffs.  They also explain how the use of Indexed Universal Life Insurance and Indexed Annuities could be a good retirement strategy and then explain the fallout of not having proper estate planning.

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March 14, 2025 50 mins

Andi and Luke weigh in on the latest economic news on tariffs, the markets, and the global economy and the potential impact on retirement.  They also take a deep dive into the components of proper estate planning.

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March 7, 2025 51 mins

Sam, Andi, and Lake talk about the elements that can be put in place to help you have a fulfilling retirement including replacing your pay, workplace perks, social network, and sense of purpose.  They also introduce sound retirement strategies that can replace luck in retirement and cut through the hype of the headlines and get real about the intricacies of retirement planning.

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February 28, 2025 50 mins

Luke and Lake cover things that need to be replaced in retirement such as your paycheck and your employee benefits.  They also cover changes that may need to be addressed in areas such as your spending and your risk tolerance.  The conversation then shifts into tax mode with information on Roth conversations and the tax implications of starting a business in retirement.

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