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Which Stage of Retirement Are You In?
Early on, you may be traveling, exploring, saying yes to everything. Later, priorities can shift toward steadier routines, income alignment, and simplifying life. Eventually, planning may focus more on support and making things easier for the people around you. (Podcast/Video)
Is Your Retirement Plan Ready for Reality?
Retirement it not just a financial decision. Work gives life structure—retirement requires finding new rhythms. Ready to make your transition intentional and well-planned? Let's talk. (Podcast/Video)
Financial Decluttering: What to Keep, What to Save, and What to Review in 2026
Organizing your financial documents doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, Charlie Gruys breaks down what to keep, what to save, and what to review so your financial life stays organized and stress-free in 2026.
Six Tips for Retirees and Savvy Savers
Six financial planning topics for 2026, including RMDs, Roth conversions, and catch-up contributions for high earners. Chris discusses strategies for charitable giving, beneficiary designations, and updated 401(k) and HSA contributions limits.
Updating Your Will as You Approach Retirement
When it comes to retirement planning, one crucial piece often gets overlooked: your will. As you near retirement, a quick review can help ensure your wishes are clear and up-to-date, and your loved ones are protected.
The Power of Family Meetings: Building Trust, Clarity, and a Lasting Legacy
Vector advisor Chris Wagner explores how intentional conversations about values, goals, and financial plans can empower every family member, foster trust, and ensure everyone is rowing in the same direction. (podcast)
Retirement Unlock: Understanding the Backdoor Roth IRA
High earners often assume Roth IRA contributions are off the table, but a backdoor Roth strategy can reopen that door in a meaningful way. Senior Wealth Advisor Mike Nesheim shares the story of how one couple created long-term tax flexibility through annual Roth conversions. (podcast)
A simple lesson worth sharing: The power of compound interest.
Compound interest is the quiet engine behind long-term investing — the idea that your interest earns interest, creating growth on top of growth over time. (podcast)