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How Much is Enough for Retirement? The Number Matters Less Than You Think.
Retirement is not about hitting a number. It is about freedom, flexibility, and confidence. In this episode, Josh Bretl explains how spending, income planning, and tax awareness shape real retirement success, with relatable stories and practical insights for those planning their next chapter.
Retirement, Legacy, and the Big Conversations Families Avoid
Hard work pays off when retirement planning is done right. Josh Bretl and Mark Elliott discuss legacy planning, income strategies, Social Security decisions, and tax awareness, using real-life stories to show how preparation leads to confidence and clarity in retirement.
Do I Really Have Enough? Turning Retirement Anxiety Into a Clear Plan
Retirement should feel exciting, not uncertain. In this episode, Josh Bretl explains why confidence drops after the paycheck stops and how smart income planning can help retirees spend with clarity and comfort. From tax changes to market risk, learn how a thoughtful plan can make retirement feel secure again.
From a Vegas Magic Show to Market Logic: Finding Your Financial Balance
Inflation, risk, and retirement income are deeply connected. In this episode, Josh Bretl explains why cash flow planning matters, how to understand your portfolio’s true risk, and why retirement strategies must evolve as life changes. Learn how thoughtful planning can help reduce stress and support long term financial confidence.
Wrigley Field to Retirement Income. A Plan That Feels Comfortable
A comfortable retirement starts with income. On this episode of Retire Well, Josh Bretl explains how income, protection, growth, and liquidity work together to support lasting retirement confidence. Learn why understanding your spending and planning for taxes can give you permission to truly enjoy retirement.
Retire Well, Live Fully. Why Wellment Financial Is More Than a New Name
Josh Bretl explains why FSR Wealth Strategies became Wellment Financial and what it means for today’s retirees. From tax focused planning and RMDs to Social Security and long-term care, this episode shows why retirement planning is about more than money. It is about clarity, confidence, and living fully.
A Christmas Guide to Retirement Clarity
This holiday-themed episode of The Own Your Retirement Show connects the joy of the season with smarter retirement planning. Josh Bretl explains why retirement is about income, taxes, and flexibility, not a magic number, and answers listener questions on healthcare, gifting, and legacy planning.
Roth Moves, RMDs and Holiday Deadlines Made Simple
The end of the year is one of the most important times for retirees to review taxes, deadlines, and income strategies. This episode explains Roth conversions, RMD timing, capital gains planning, and charitable opportunities while also exploring how retirement spending shifts across the go go, slow go, and no go years.
Turkey, Stuffing and Your Nest Egg: A Holiday Guide to Better Retirement Decisions
A Thanksgiving table inspired this episode’s fun look at retirement planning. Josh breaks down how investments, income, taxes, and emergency savings work together, then shares five tips for building a happier, healthier, more fulfilling retirement. A strong plan brings clarity, confidence, and purpose.
How Rate Cuts, Longevity, and Planning Shape Your Retirement Future
This episode unpacks the Federal Reserve’s latest rate cut, what rising longevity means for retirees, and why intentional planning matters more than ever. Josh explains how interest rates, income strategies, taxes, and smart withdrawals all shape long term confidence so you can enjoy retirement on your terms.
