Best Charisse Rivers Podcasts (2025)

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Are You Set Up to Get Retirement Royalties? 9:24

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Movie stars and music artists get “royalties” for their past work. Can you do the same in retirement? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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Is the New Vanguard 401(k) Offering a Good Deal? | 4 Things People Want from Their Retirement Plan | 75% of People Try to Do Their Own Retirement Plan. What Do They Usually Miss? 48:39

5d ago48:39

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On this episode: Vanguard is offering a Target Date Fund with an annuity option. What could go wrong? Turns out, retirees want more stability than the stock market provides. If you DIY your retirement plan, what are the dangers? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse a…

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Should Dividend Paying Stocks Be a Part of Your Retirement Plan? 9:40

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There are currently record numbers of dividend paying stocks being purchased. Why? Is it something you should look into? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/liste…

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Should You Pay Off Your House Before You Retire? 8:37

9d ago8:37

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Being debt free would be great going into retirement…but will you hurt your retirement prospects by doing it? We discuss good debt and bad debt and how to make those decisions. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, I…

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Is Retirement the Most Complex Financial Time of Your Life? | If the Market Is Down, Do You Cut Back on the Fun? | How Uncle Sam Has Your 401(k) in a Headlock 53:55

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On this episode: Why is retirement so complicated? In down years in the stock market, does that mean you should cut back on your lifestyle? Without some planning and discussion, your 401(k) could be a tax trap. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zin…

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Don’t Let Money Worries Steal Your Joy in Retirement 51:05

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On this episode: The “Tiny Dings” that could become bigger financial problems. A strange disconnect between financial advisors and their clients. Don’t be generous but foolish with your inheritance. Avoiding the “debt free” temptation. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Cha…

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3 Things You Can Do with Your 401(k) at Retirement 9:59

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Your 401(k) may be your biggest retirement asset. What are your options on how best to use it? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Charisse Talks with Jonathon Fleece of Empath Health on Memory Loss and Family Support 40:55

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Join Charisse for a heartfelt discussion with Jonathon Fleece, President and CEO of Empath Health, as they explore gentle ways to support loved ones experiencing memory loss or other cognitive issues. Jonathon shares insights on navigating care options, finding comfort, and embracing empathy during life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’re a …

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What Oreo Cookies Can Teach Us about Retirement 13:39

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There are some ideas that look good on paper, but don’t turn out that way in real life. There are plenty of financial products that fit that bill and you should know about them. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, …

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A Retirement Lesson from Oreo Cookies | IRA Rollover Mistakes | Options for Your RMDs 27:39

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On this episode: Sometimes the marketing is better than the product. Leaving your IRA in cash after a rollover. Should I use MY plan or Uncle Sam’s plan for my RMDs? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, L…

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80% of Us Could Be Making This Retirement Mistake! 7:07

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There are rules we should follow in life. There are rules we might want to break in retirement. We found one with your 401(k)s and IRAs. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omny…

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A New Mindset That Could Change Your View of Retirement Planning | Your Plan or Uncle Sam’s Plan for Taxes? | Options to Make Your 401(k) Work for You in Retirement 51:06

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On this episode: Unspent money = unrealized memories. Most of us go right along with Uncle Sam’s plan for your IRA. Why? What to do with your biggest retirement asset. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram,…

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Shohei Ohtani Teaches Us a Retirement Lesson 7:21

1M ago7:21

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The new Dodgers phenom has structured his pay using deferral. Can you do the same in retirement? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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A Retirement Lesson from the World Series | What If the Market Goes Against You? | Are You Unlucky or Unprepared? | Options for Your RMD Money 51:47

2M ago51:47

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On this episode: Retiring into a down market. Are you ready? Uncle Sam says you have to take IRA money at 73. What are your options? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystud…

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RMDs and Rollovers: Your 401(k) and Retirement 20:11

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Your 401(k) is going to take some thought and effort in retirement. Do you rollover to a personal IRA? What is an RMD and what do you need to know? Am I headed for a tax problem? Let’s get you the answers. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia W…

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How Do People Really Spend in Retirement? | Putting the 4% Rule to a History Test | It’s Time for RMD Math | A Life Change That Also Triggers a Change in Financial Advisors 51:00

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On this episode: Want to know how much to save? Look at how people spend in retirement. One long retirement rule says if you only spend 4% of your retirement money per year, you’ll never run out. Is it true? People will many times leave their financial advisor when THIS happens. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬…

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The Mag 7 and The Suspicious 8 12:24

2M ago12:24

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The tech stocks have been holding up the stock market and perhaps your retirement accounts. We found another category that may be holding you back. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTub…

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What to Do When the Market Headlines Are Flashing Red | Are the New Social Security Fixes Going to Work? 46:48

2M ago46:48

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On this episode: Should you tinker with your risk profile as the headlines change? There are two new ideas on saving Social Security. Will they work? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouT…

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Newsflash! There Are Lots of People That Are Happy in Retirement Who Didn’t Save Over a Million Dollars 11:14

2M ago11:14

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There are all sorts of headlines telling us we need to have 1.8 million dollars to retire. That is turning out not to be true. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com…

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You Don’t Need 1.8 Million Dollars to Have a Great Retirement | You Could Lose Over 11 Thousand Dollars in 401(k) Money Next Year | Why Has the Opinion of Wall Street Changed About Some Financial Products ... 51:23

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On this episode: 70% of retirees say retirement is better than they thought…and very few of these people have over a million dollars. The laws on 401(k)s are changing next year. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, …

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You Love Working on Your Investments Every Day. Do You Have To? 10:33

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We found someone who works on his investments 5 hours every day. Is that the kind of retirement you want? What are the pros and cons of being a retirement DIYer? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, Linke…

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What Happens to Markets During a Government Shutdown? | Is Inflation Still a Big Retirement Issue? | Data on How People Spend Their Money in Retirement 49:55

3M ago49:55

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On this episode: This isn’t our first Government shutdown. What does history tell us? Inflation is now number 2 on the concern list for retirees. Should it be? How will your spending go over a 20 year retirement? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Z…

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Charisse Rivers Talks Origins and Impact of the Grilled Cheese Foundation 8:56

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Should Your Retirement Spending Go Down if the Market Goes Down? | Uncle Sam Has a Headlock on Your 401(k) | There’s New Interest in Dividend-Paying Stocks. Why? 51:56

3M ago51:56

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On this episode: Breaking free of the market dictating your retirement lifestyle. Saying “Uncle” won’t release the headlock on your 401(k). Dividend-paying stocks are seeing record numbers. What we can learn about retirement planning from a rabbit. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even …

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Zinnia Wealth Supports Area Youth With the Grilled Cheese Foundation Event 5:25

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The Grilled Cheese Foundation is a 501C3 created by Charisse Rivers and the team at Zinnia Wealth. It’s designed to help young people with school supplies, equipment for sports and other after-school activities, and even scholarships for college. We invite you to our fundraiser "Casino Night" on October 10th from 7 to 10pm at the Country Club of Oc…

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The Five Golden Rules of Retirement Planning 17:24

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We go through the Kiplinger "Five Golden Rules of Retirement Planning", including knowing your “L”s. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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Will Lower Interest Rates Affect Your Retirement? | Figuring Out Your Five “L”s of Retirement | What to Know About the Medicare Open Enrollment 49:08

3M ago49:08

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On this episode: Should you care about interest rates? Should you follow the billionaire’s retirement advice? The Medicare window opens soon. What do you need to know? What should you be discussing at your year-end retirement review meeting? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more wi…

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7 Long Time Retirement Rules We Give You Permission to Break 25:41

3M ago25:41

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If you start to Google "retirement", you will see a lot of "rules of thumb". We list seven of them that may not apply anymore. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com…

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Are You Missing the Obvious in Your Retirement Plan? | 7 Retirement Rules That Are Now Outdated | Your 401(k) Target Date Fund May See Changes Soon 49:00

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On this episode: You may have saved well and feel ready to retire. Are you missing something? Some longtime retirement rules that you can trash. IPOs, Bitcoin, and Private Equity may start showing up in your 401(k). Should you be a buyer or a seller? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn eve…

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Medicare Season: What You Need to Know! 11:04

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Charisse dives into the upcoming Medicare window, opening October 15, discussing the potential rise in premiums and the importance of evaluating your current plans. Learn about the differences between Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, and get practical advice on how to make the best choices for your health and finances. Like this ep…

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You Don’t Need a Million Dollars to Retire | What to Consider When You Inherit Money | The Medicare Window Opening Soon: Do You Need to Make a Move? 26:36

3M ago26:36

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On this episode: Only 3% of people have saved $1 Million for retirement, meaning a lot of people are retiring successfully on less. The different aspects of inheriting a house, a stock, a 401(k), or cash. What do you need to know? If you’re on Medicare, October is decision time. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬…

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Vanguard Says Pull Way Back on Risk. Are They Right? 7:27

4M ago7:27

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Vanguard is looking 5 to 10 years into the future and seeing bad things for the stock market. Should you pull way back on risk? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.co…

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Vanguard has a warning about the stock market | Is your 401(k) secretly loaded with fees? | Something many financial advisors are using now that they never used before. 49:28

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A warning to pull back on risk in the market. Too many fees and too little performance. Does that describe your 401(k)? A new retirement risk to look out for. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn…

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Are There Parts of Your Retirement Portfolio That Are “Over-Stuffed”? | How Much Does an IRA-to-Roth Conversion Help | A Major Corporation Slashed It's Dividend: Is This a Trend? 26:11

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On this episode: An old financial practice is making a comeback. What are the benefits of converting IRA money to Roth? Retirees aren't buying into financial "rules of thumb" anymore. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Face…

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Should We Follow Warren Buffett’s Current Investment Strategy? | A Retirement Lesson from George Carlin | The One Question You Should Ask Yourself BEFORE You Retire 27:00

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On this episode: Warren Buffett is pulling back from the stock market. Should you? We all need a place for our stuff. Is all your financial stuff in the right place? Are you ready to retire? First ask yourself THIS. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team a…

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Interview with Jonathon Fleece of Empath Health | Support for Families During Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s. 40:55

4M ago40:55

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Where do you turn when a family member is showing signs of memory loss or in the last stages of life. We talk to Jonathon Fleece of Empath Health. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube…

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Over 70% of People in Retirement Say They Wish They Had Done THIS 7:07

4M ago7:07

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Taxes may be one of the biggest surprises in retirement. The time to develop a plan is BEFORE you retire. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Did You Go to Cash When the Market Went Down 20%? Now What? | If You Are Mentally Ready to Retire but Not Sure About the Finances 49:08

4M ago49:08

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On this episode: Many market timers are kicking themselves right now. Are you one of them? Do you really have to slog through a few more years on the job? Maybe you can retire now. They aren’t the 7 deadly sins, but they are the 7 places NOT to put your retirement money. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage,…

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7 Places NOT to Put Your Retirement Money 16:31

5M ago16:31

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Everyone has an opinion where to put your money. We have a list of places to avoid. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Latest Retirement Problem: People Are Scared to Spend | Is One Month Better to Retire Than Another? | What is Your “Cash on the Sidelines Fund” Used For? 49:02

5M ago49:02

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On this episode: The fear of running out of money is resulting in people not enjoying their retirement. Picking your retirement date. Is there a perfect month? A new trend among baby boomers for estate planning. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zi…

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Retirees Are Saying, “I Wish I Had Done THIS Before I Retired” 16:21

5M ago16:21

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Many seniors are getting into their 70s and getting slapped with big tax bills. What is happening and how can you avoid it? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/li…

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The Advantages of Using a Financial Advisor | The Tax Problem Many Seniors Are Experiencing Just a Few Years Into Retirement | What Are People Looking for in Their Retirement Plan? 51:58

5M ago51:58

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On this episode: Only 25% of people use a financial advisor. What are their reasons for going it on their own? 72% of seniors wish they could go back in time and fix this tax problem. When people pick their financial advisor, what are the main things they are looking for? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage…

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70% of People in a Study Say THIS Will Be Key to a Successful Retirement 9:30

5M ago9:30

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Charisse explores what may be the most important factor for you to have the retirement you’re dreaming of. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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5 Things to Give You the Green Light for Retirement 9:04

5M ago9:04

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There are a record number of people turning 65 this year and they are wondering if they are ready to retire. Charisse goes through her list to give you the green light. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram…

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A Common Find in Our Retirement Portfolio X-Ray 8:10

5M ago8:10

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When you come in for your Portfolio X-Ray, we’ll dive into the risk you are taking, your performance, your tax liability, and more. But today we discuss what might be the most eye-opening moment of our analysis. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zi…

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How Has the Big Beautiful Bill Changed Your Retirement Planning? 26:49

5M ago26:49

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Taxes, Social Security, and Healthcare. The laws keep changing. What do you need to know about the Big Beautiful Bill? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listene…

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If You Die with Millions, Your Financial Plan Failed! 11:54

5M ago11:54

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The fear of running out of money is real, and it has created another new problem in retirement. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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Are You Addicted to the Growth of the Stock Market? | The #1 Spending Problem People Face in Retirement | This 401(k) Choice May Not Be Working for You | Two Forces That May Grab HALF of Your Retirement ... 49:54

6M ago49:54

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On this episode: TINA is back! People believe There Is No Alternative to the stock market. Are they correct? You may not spend too much or run out of money in retirement. But you may make this easy mistake. 4 trillion dollars are sitting in these 401(k) accounts, and they may not be doing what they promised. Like this episode? Hit that Follow butto…

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Do You Have to Be On the Market Roller Coaster? 8:45

6M ago8:45

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The CBS Morning Show is following people getting ready for retirement. After the April market pull back, they visited with one couple from Boston who were feeling the pain of losing market money and wondering if they can get away from the ups and downs of the stock market. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engag…

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The Angry Dog Ready to Take a Bite Out of Your Retirement Money 10:26

6M ago10:26

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Charisse and her daughter Ella have fun with Dog Bite Awareness month. How big and bad is the dog after your retirement money? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube! See omnystudio.com…