“The Retire Happy” Podcast

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Ep 102: New Tax Law, New Opportunities: Unpacking The "One Big Beautiful Bill" with Ed Slott

We're joined once again by America's IRA expert, Ed Slott, to unpack the “One Big Beautiful Bill” and the new opportunities it offers for tax-savvy retirees. Ed breaks down how temporary expansions in SALT deductions, strategic use of Roth conversions, and thoughtful estate planning- including tools like permanent life insurance and qualified charitable distributions- can help reduce your tax burden and protect your legacy. We also cover common retirement tax myths and how to prepare for rising tax rates with smart, forward-looking planning.

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Ep 92: Retirement 'I Wish I Had Knowns': Common Planning Regrets

While we love featuring guests on the show, John and Tom take a moment in this episode to touch on a topic close to their hearts: retirement planning regrets. Drawing from their years of experience, they discuss common pitfalls and missed opportunities that clients often face in the retirement planning process. From procrastinating on tax planning to overlooking key strategies, they explore the areas where they hear people say, ‘I wish I had done this sooner!’

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