Past Episodes

Financial Upgrades: Maximizing Your Retirement Income

December 21, 2024

Mark Falter returns to “The Retirement Income Hour” to discuss the importance of upgrading financial tools like annuities, CDs and money markets to take advantage of changing interest rates. Learn about the context behind these upgrades, the types of products affected, and how they can impact your retirement income. This engaging episode also details the operations of equity and fixed indexed annuities and explores their potential role in creating predictable lifetime income. Mark emphasizes key considerations like surrender charges and individual circumstances to help you make more informed decisions.

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Understanding Annuities and Building a Winning Strategy

December 14, 2024

Join Mark Falter on “The Retirement Income Hour” as he unpacks the details of annuities, including how they work, their purpose and the importance of upgrading older contracts. Gain practical insights into retirement income planning and explore the parallels between financial strategy and team-building principles. Featured guests include Drue Tranquill, linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs, and Caleb Falter, investment specialist, who share valuable lessons on creating success in both sports and finance.

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Estate Planning Simplified: Trusts, Wills and Your Legacy

December 7, 2024

Join Mark Falter on this enlightening episode of “The Retirement Income Hour,” where he breaks down the complexities of estate planning. Learn the critical differences between wills and trusts, the risks of probate and strategies to avoid unnecessary legal and tax burdens. Mark discusses how proper estate planning can protect your legacy, reduce family tensions and streamline asset distribution. Whether you’re considering a trust, need advice on funding one, or want to understand the impact of Medicaid spend-down, this episode provides actionable insights to secure your family’s future.

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Estate Planning 101: Avoiding Probate and Securing Your Legacy

November 30, 2024

This episode of “The Retirement Income Hour” dives into the essentials of estate planning with host Mark Falter. Learn the key reasons to establish a proper estate plan, including avoiding probate, minimizing taxes, and reducing family tensions. Mark explains the differences between wills and trusts, Medicaid spend-down strategies, and the importance of funding your trust to ensure a seamless asset transfer. With practical tips and insights, this discussion is designed to help you protect your assets and provide clarity for your loved ones.

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