#265 – From Asset Allocation to Market Trends: Tools for Thoughtful Retirement Planning

Get ready to rethink retirement with Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase as they examine the realities of investing, financial security, and planning for a fulfilling future. This episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast delivers actionable insights, practical frameworks, and real-world examples to inform your retirement planning decisions. Hear a retirement story illustrating how asset allocation […]

#264 – Balanced Investing, Roth Conversions & Estate Planning Strategies

Tired of sifting through retirement noise and myths? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase unpack practical strategies and honest conversations to help you navigate your retirement journey with confidence—wherever you may stand today. Question what “Is the 60/40 Dead?” means for balanced investing and consider how classic stock/bond […]

#263 – Retirement Catch-Up Strategies, Social Security Timing & Essential Planning Insights

Kickstart your journey to a happier, earlier retirement with this high-energy episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, where Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase tackle real listener questions and spotlight flexible strategies that could help you build a more confident retirement plan. Whether you’re in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, get motivated to consider meaningful actions—starting […]

#262 – Are You Richer Than You Think? Retirement Benchmarks and Planning Insights

Think you might be richer than you realize? In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase examine realistic benchmarks and practical frameworks for retirement planning. Define what the “rich ratio” means and consider how it may reframe your retirement outlook. Compare your savings habits to U.S. medians to understand the […]

#261 – What If Everything You Knew About Retirement Was Wrong?

Think you know the rules of thumb for retirement and investing? Think again. On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase examine common money myths and respond to listener questions that may reshape how you approach your financial future. What you’ll explore in this episode: Begin investing at any income […]

#259 – Roth Rules, Pension Puzzles, and Real Retirement Stories: Your Questions Answered

In this episode of the Retire Sooner podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase respond to listener questions and explore practical approaches to navigating retirement, investing, and financial planning. Discover a common Roth IRA misstep that can lead to unexpected taxes in retirement and learn how to approach it with more clarity. Explore the process of […]

#258 – From FOMO to Focused: Retirement Strategies for Market Volatility and Asset Allocation

In this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase explore the role of dry powder assets in retirement planning and revisit “FOMO Freddie”—a cautionary character representing the risks of chasing investment trends without a long-term strategy. 🚀 They discuss why trend-chasing can be detrimental and how aligning with a consistent investment […]

#256 – Are Earnings Everything? Plus More Strategies To Boost Long-Term Investing and Retirement Planning

Explore powerful, often-overlooked retirement tactics—like the Rule of 55 and the 62/70 Social Security strategy—and hear listener questions answered by Wes and Christa to help you build an effective, income-focused financial future. 🎯 Are corporate earnings the #1 financial metric for long-term investors to track when making better investment decisions? Learn how to evaluate earnings […]

A Retiree’s Guide to Inflation

This guide breaks down where inflation shows up, how it compounds, and considerations to help protect your income.

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101 Trips to Take in Retirement: A Guide to Exploring More, Your Way

Discover destinations worth every mile. You’ve earned the time. Now make the most of it.

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Your free decade-by-decade guide to building a confident, fulfilling retirement.

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