MoneyMattersUSA® with Fred Saide

In this episode, Fred Saide discusses taxes in retirement and provides insights into creating tax efficiency. He explains the taxation of retirement income sources, including Social Security benefits, pensions, interest-bearing accounts, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and dividends. Fred also highlights the tax treatment of life insurance proceeds and the benefits of Roth IRAs compared to traditional IRAs. The episode concludes with a Stump the Guru question about the 60-day rollover rule and potential waivers.  You can submit your “Stump the Guru” question on www.moneymattersusa.net. 

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In this podcast episode, Fred Saide discusses the importance of tax optimization strategies in retirement planning. He highlights the limitations of traditional tax planning and emphasizes the benefits of Roth contributions and conversions. Fred also explores other tax-efficient planning options, such as qualified charitable distributions and life insurance. He addresses the challenges facing Social Security and Medicare and proposes potential solutions. Fred concludes by urging listeners to proactively plan for their retirement and seek professional advice.

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In this conversation, Joe Peters, a residential real estate agent joins Fred Saide. He discusses various aspects of the housing market. He shares his transition from a technology career to real estate and highlights his unique approach that incorporates artificial intelligence. Peters also delves into the challenges of affordability in the housing market and the imbalance between housing supply and demand. The discussion touches on the changing trends in housing, including the potential for multi-generational housing. The conversation concludes with a look at the future outlook for the housing market. Joe and Fred explore various aspects of housing and living preferences in New Jersey. It discusses the need to reconstruct living facilities to match the needs of different individuals and the challenges associated with it. The conversation also delves into the trend of suburban vs. urban living and the appeal of downtown environments. It highlights the housing market in Bridgewater and its diverse population. The historical significance of Somerville and the challenges of multi-family living are also discussed. The conversation concludes with a focus on factors influencing housing decisions, the relationship between community colleges and housing, and the ethnic diversity in Somerset County.

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In this episode, Fred Saide discusses the worst retirement advice you could follow and offers alternative positive strategies. The conversation covers various topics, including the danger of ignoring taxes in retirement planning, the myth of spending less in retirement, the need for Social Security reform, the fallacy of the $1 million retirement goal, the limitations of diversification, the importance of a written retirement plan, and the impact of happiness on population growth.

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In this conversation, Fred Saide discusses the importance of having a written plan for retirement and the need for a comprehensive checklist. He emphasizes the significance of budgeting, understanding income sources, and creating a spending plan. Fred also highlights the importance of considering healthcare and Medicare decisions, as well as tax planning for qualified and non-qualified assets. He discusses the need for asset inventory and portfolio construction, as well as the complexities of Social Security planning. Finally, Fred touches on legacy planning, including wills, trusts, and beneficiaries.

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In this episode, Fred Saide discusses how football strategies can be applied to retirement planning. He emphasizes the importance of the financial red zone, which is the transition period before and during retirement. Saide also highlights the need for reinvention in retirement and the challenges of sequence risk and return. He advises against relying solely on diversification and emphasizes the importance of having a written plan. Additionally, Saide discusses the impact of inflation and the need for increasing income in retirement. He also emphasizes the role of a retirement coach in helping individuals achieve their goals.

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Fred identifies risks in retirement and offers ways to avoid them.  The podcast includes a discussion on the balance of risk and return, withdrawal strategies, the risk of longevity, taxes, healthcare, long term care, and asset allocation.

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We all know the bucket list so what would go in the un-bucket list?  That would be things to avoid so you can have a successful retirement.  That’s the discussion at the beginning of the podcast with Fred as he talks about knowing when you can retire so you don’t work longer than necessary, not being lonely and now having an unfulfilled retirement, and now squandering the early “go-go” years.  Fred also tackles a “Stump the Guru” question about concerns over the future of Social Security.  You can submit your “Stump the Guru” question to Fred at www.moneymattersusa.net.  Click the podcast tab and then the Stump the Guru dropdown.

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Still in the New Year the podcast devotes time to considering financial goals or resolutions, how to approach them, and how to stay on track.  These include everything from paying off debt to increasing your savings and more.

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Fred offers thorough coverage of annuities in this podcast looking at the benefits and drawbacks and breaking down the types of annuities.  We also bring back Stump the Guru with a question from a listener seeking advice on what to do in retirement with all the spare time and how to best handle his finances. 

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Warnings of what could harm your retirement are discussed at the open of the podcast with points on having a budget, automating your savings and payments, planning for healthcare costs, and not relying too heavily on being able to work longer.  Fred also looks at what needs to be considered to help determine if you are ready to retire.

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Fred provides the answers to some commonly asked and very important questions regarding proper retirement planning.  He also looks at what should be considered in shoring up your retirement in the new year.

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You’ll hear clips from familiar movies and a sitcom with a holiday theme.  Fred takes these clips and shares retirement and financial lessons we can learn from them.

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Fred cuts through some harsh realities of retirement planning and offers solutions.  Some issues covered are the amount of bear markets to expect, needing more than Social Security, and longevity.  What are the returns on your investments in retirement?  They're not just money.  They can also be time, health, happiness, and achieving peace of mind.  Fred dives into that subject.

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Fred talks about what we need to consider strategically as the year draws to a close.  Most of the bullet points are about good tax moves.    Then the conversation turns to what you may face in retirement such as restlessness and the need to re-define yourself.

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Fred answers ten questions frequently asked by soon to be retirees.  The questions are about how much is needed to retire, how to fund retirement, when to claim Social Security, what to do with a pension, and how money should be invested in retirement.  Fred also answers a “Stump the Guru” question from a woman considering using inheritance to move into an adult community.

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What makes a retirement plan comprehensive?  Fred covers the answers you should receive when talking to someone about your retirement.  When should I claim Social Security?  What will my budget look like?  Should I invest in high dividend stocks?  What should I do with my 401(k) balances?  These questions and more are answered by Fred.  He also discusses the state of the economy and possible effects on those in the financial red zone.

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The 2023 Mercer CFA Institute’s Global Pension Index recently rated retirement systems around the world.  The U.S. earned a C+.  Fred examines that and discusses steps to strongly consider in an effort to score an A+ in your retirement. 

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Fred gives us a look behind the curtain at how he tackles challenges and opportunities when meeting with people about their retirement plan.  Two hypothetical scenarios are discussed here. 

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Fears are addressed in this podcast and suggestions to overcome them.  Fred understands these fears and discusses common retirement fears revolving around inflation, Social Security, market volatility, and the cost of health care.

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