Ready For Retirement

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how state taxes impact Roth v. Traditional Contributions.Questions Answered: How should you determine what tax strategy is best based on your state?What's the best strategy to utilize when it comes to determining when to prioritize Roth contributions?How does this impact your overall retirement strategy?Check out the podcast on YouTube here!Check out our main channel on YouTube here!LET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses Rule 72t distributions to access retirement funds early and penalty-free.Questions Answered: How can you withdraw funds from retirement accounts early?What's the best strategy to execute the Rule 72t distributions?How does utilizing the Rule 72t impact the overall financial strategy?Check out the podcast on YouTube here!Check out our main channel on YouTube here!LET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how to use individual stocks for better tax-planning.Questions Answered: How can you use individual stocks for strategic tax planning?What's the best strategy to utilize with individual stocks?How does this impact your retirement strategy?Check out the podcast on YouTube here!Check out our main channel on YouTube here!LET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how to most effectively pull funds out of your college savings account.Questions Answered: What are the tax implications of pulling from college savings accounts?What are the best ways to utilize this account for your retirement goals?What strategies exist when it comes to funding college?Check out the podcast on YouTube here!Check out our main channel on YouTube here!LET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how to turn real estate equity into income in retirement.Questions Answered: How can I best use my real estate equity to create income in retirement?What are passive investments to create a secure retirement?How can you ensure you reach your retirement goals?Check out the podcast on YouTube here!Check out our main channel on YouTube here!LET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses if rental real estate is a good idea in retirement.Questions Answered: Is it worth investing in rental real estate for retirement income?What are passive investments to create a secure retirement?How can you ensure you reach your retirement goals?Check out the podcast on YouTube here!Check out our main channel on YouTube here!LET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses with guest, Ari Taublieb, the four most important steps when considering an early retirement (non-traditional retirement). Ari is a financial planner at Root Financial Partners. Ari Taublieb is the host of the Early Retirement podcast. Ari also has a YouTube channel focusing on early retirement.Questions Answered: What are the primary considerations when it comes to retiring early?How can you set up your finances to optimize your withdrawals?What are the steps to a successful retirement when retiring early?Check us out here for more content to help you create a secure retirement: YouTube - Root Financial PartnersLET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how to implement (and do better than) the 4% rule.Questions Answered: How can you maximize your withdrawal strategy?What should you consider in terms of withdrawing funds from your investments?How can you ensure you reach your retirement goals?We’re on YouTube! Check us out here for more content to help you create a secure retirement: YouTube - Root Financial PartnersLET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how to invest in different portfolio "buckets".Questions Answered: How can you best be invested for your goals?What should you consider in terms of withdrawing funds from your investments?How can you ensure you reach your retirement goals?We’re on YouTube! Check us out here for more content to help you create a secure retirement: YouTube - Root Financial PartnersLET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!

In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses how to be a better investor with guest, Chad Hufford, owner of Veritas Wealth Management in Anchorage, Alaska.Questions Answered: How can you become a better investor?What should you to become a better investor and set yourself up to reach your retirement goals?How can you ensure you reach your retirement goals?We’re on YouTube! Check us out here for more content to help you create a secure retirement: YouTube - Root Financial PartnersLET'S CONNECT!FacebookLinkedInWebsiteENJOY THE SHOW?Don't miss an episode, subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, or Google PlayHave a question you want answered on a future episode? Submit it hereCreate Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!