Retirement Power Play with Tim Dyer

A lot of people think they have a financial plan, but what they really have is a document. Tim breaks down what separates a real plan from a stack of projections and charts. This conversation focuses on how a true plan actually works in real life, helping you make decisions, adjust when things change, and stay on track. Because a plan isn’t something you look at once, it’s something you use.

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Success changes your financial life, but it also changes the risks you face. Tim walks through how doing well can create blind spots that are easy to miss if you’re not paying attention. This conversation is all about staying intentional as things grow and making sure your success actually leads to freedom, not new pressure. Because the goal isn’t just building wealth, it’s maintaining control of it.

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AI is everywhere right now, and the headlines are hard to ignore. Job loss, massive disruption, entire industries changing overnight… It’s enough to make anyone nearing retirement pause and wonder what it means for their future. But how much of it is real, and how much is just noise? 

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Turn on the news, and it feels like risk is everywhere… wars, economic uncertainty, market volatility. But the biggest threats to your financial future often aren’t the ones making headlines. In this episode, Tim shifts the focus away from short-term market noise and uncovers the risks quietly buil...

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The market looks resilient, yet many households still feel financial pressure. That disconnect isn’t random, it’s structural. Tim explains the “K-shaped economy” concept and why your experience depends largely on where you sit financially. More importantly, he talks about how to think strategically...

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It’s easy to feel cautious heading into a new year, but the data tells a more encouraging story. In this episode, Tim breaks from the doom-and-gloom narrative and highlights why 2026 deserves a second look. Productivity gains, healthier balance sheets, and long-term market patterns point to reasons...

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With interest rates staying higher for longer, the dollar weakening, and global markets shifting, guessing what happens next isn’t the real challenge. Tim focuses on how to align your money, taxes, and benefits with today’s economic reality instead of chasing headlines. If you’re looking to start 2...

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A new year brings a clean slate, but only if you use it wisely. In this episode, Tim covers how to avoid early missteps and build momentum that lasts beyond January. The steps you take now quietly shape the rest of the year, so start strong and set yourself up for lasting success! 

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What lessons from 2025 should shape decisions going into 2026? In this episode, Tim reflects on a year marked by sharp swings, headline-driven fear, and powerful lessons about staying invested when conviction is tested. As the calendar turns, this review helps frame 2025 clearly and sets a smarter foundation for 2026. 

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📅 Year in Review: Why 2025 was a year worth learning from

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Tim’s 50th birthday wasn’t just a milestone, it became a trip filled with adventure, surprises, and a few unexpected lessons about life and retirement. The stories he shares today tie directly into the mindset shifts that often surface as retirement gets closer. 

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🏙️ Miami Birthday Trip: milestone celebration with close friends

🎣 Deep Sea Fishing: early-morning catch and luxury boating

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As 2025 winds down, it’s the perfect time to tighten up your tax strategy and make sure you’re not leaving opportunities on the table. In this episode, Tim breaks down the practical steps that can help you manage your income, optimize your accounts, and position yourself well heading into next year...

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Small business owners often assume a 401(k) is too complicated, too expensive, or only for big companies, but that’s simply not true anymore. Tim sits down with Mark Fowler, Director of Retirement Education at Human Interest, to discuss how technology, tax incentives, and new state mandates have ch...

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What does it mean to build real connections in an increasingly digital world? Tim sits down with Fred Steck (author, speaker, and former national sales manager at Goldman Sachs) to explore authenticity, leadership, and the human side of success. Fred shares stories from Wall Street to retirement, r...

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Do you really need a financial advisor, or can you do it all yourself? Tim breaks down the biggest misconceptions about advisors and reveals the true value they bring beyond just picking investments. Learn how to distinguish between advisors, planners, and wealth managers, and discover which life m...

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Worried about the latest government shutdown and what it means for your finances? Tim breaks down the noise and shares how shutdowns have historically impacted markets and retirees. Discover why short-term volatility doesn’t have to derail your retirement plans, and why emotional decisions, not hea...

This week, Tim welcomes a trailblazer who knows a thing or two about leadership, resilience, and shaking things up: Toni Will, General Manager and Governor for the Kalamazoo Wings. Her path into sports leadership wasn’t planned, but her bold approach turned challenges into opportunities and reshaped what it means to lead in a male-dominated arena. Toni shares her story of taking risks, pushing boundaries, and resilience.  

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Qualcomm employees enjoy some of the best benefits in the corporate world, but many aren’t taking full advantage of them. After working with Qualcomm employees for nearly three decades, Tim has seen both the opportunities and the pitfalls that come with these unique benefits. In this episode, he sh...

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Southern California is know for tech companies and those corporations often offer unique benefits packages. Over the years, we’ve built a relationship with one of the biggest in San Diego, Qualcomm. Today we’re going to talk about that journey and how we’ve grown to work with many of their employee...

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You’ve been saving and investing for years, but is that enough to say you’re truly ready to retire? In this episode, Tim explains why building an investment portfolio is only the tip of the iceberg. Real retirement readiness requires looking beneath the surface, at things like lifestyle expectation...