The Retirement Toolbox Podcast
This podcast offers financial and retirement planning guidance from Scott Searles of Skybox Financial Group. If you want a clear view of your financial situation then this is the podcast for you. We’ll make sure you’re poised for a successful financial future. Check out the episodes below and don’t forget to subscribe on your favorite podcast app.
Have you already given up on some of your resolutions for the new year? Well, replace them with a few of the actionable ideas we cover on this episode to help you save smarter, invest better and plan for the future you deserve.
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Episode Show Notes & Resources
Four Ways The SECURE Act 2.0 Might Impact You
After being discussed in Congress for nearly a year and a half, the SECURE Act 2.0 passed in January. Listen to today’s episode to see what you need to know and learn four ways the new changes might impact you.
Rookie Mistakes Even Experienced Investors Make
Even if you’ve been saving your money and investing for a long time it’s easy to make rookie mistakes. On this episode, we’ll cover some of the top rookie mistakes we see people make, illustrate how to avoid them or how to fix them if you’re already made some mistakes in your financial life.
2023 Edition: 10 Point Checklist For Retirement Preparedness
Another year is upon us and it’s a great time to ask yourself 10 questions to assess how ready you are for retirement to kick off 2023. If you’re retiring this year, it’s essential to have some concrete answers to these questions. If you’re still a few years from the milestone, tune in so you can start thinking about these critical conversations.
The Top 5 401(k) Mistakes You Need To Avoid
Saving in your 401(k) can be an easy and painless way to build your retirement savings. But because it’s so easy and painless, it can also be easy to ignore for long periods of time, which often leads to mistakes. We’ll cover at least the top 5 mistakes people make in their 401(k)s.
The Financial Therapist: When It’s OK If A Visit To Your Advisor Feels Like Counseling
Sometimes it might seem like talking to your financial advisor feels like talking to a therapist, and that’s ok. Let’s discuss some scenarios where it’s almost inevitable that a talk with your advisor seems like a counseling session.
Is There Greener Grass On The Other Side?
Sometimes you need to find a new financial advisor. Other times, you might think you need a new advisor, but really, you’re just guilty of thinking that the grass is greener on the other side. Let’s discuss some common scenarios and whether they’re legitimate reasons for leaving your advisor.
Making Smart Decisions During Major Life Events
Let’s explore some of the things you should be thinking about to make smart financial decisions when you encounter some of the most significant events in your life.
Most Common Retirement Planning Questions About Taxes
As we approach the end of the year, saving money on taxes becomes a bigger focus for many people. But let’s broaden the scope out for this particular episode and focus on some of the most common retirement planning questions about taxes. We’ll talk about mistakes to avoid and how a proper plan can make a significant difference in someone’s tax savings.
The Money Gridiron: What Football Teaches Us About Retirement Planning
At this time of year, you can find football on TV almost every night of the week. So, let’s take some concepts from the game of football and apply them to our retirement planning.