The Beauty of Simplicity When Planning For Retirement
The Beauty of Simplicity When Planning For Retirement
June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024

Retirement planning doesn’t have to be overwhelmingly complicated. It certainly doesn’t have to be as complicated as some people make it. In this episode, we unravel the unnecessary complexities often woven into the fabric of retirement advice. We’ll debunk some myths, simplify strategies, and uncover the beauty of simplicity and straightforward retirement planning. 

Retirement planning doesn’t have to be overwhelmingly complicated. It certainly doesn’t have to be as complicated as some people make it. In this episode, we unravel the unnecessary complexities often woven into the fabric of retirement advice. We’ll debunk some myths, simplify strategies, and uncover the beauty of simplicity and straightforward retirement planning.


One of the key takeaways from the episode is the importance of having a clear plan. Frank advises starting with basic questions like, "When do you want to retire?" and "What are your financial goals?" These simple questions lay the foundation for a more detailed plan.


Stay tuned until the end of the episode, where we get to know Frank better through the question, “What job would you least want to have?” Then, he’ll answer a listener question from Joseph, who asks whether he should proceed with rolling over his old 401(k) into a new account or hold off. 


Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

0:00 – Intro

2:20 – Simplifying complex financial concepts

4:40 – Why do people feel overwhelmed?

6:16 – Taking the first steps to simplify

10:27 – What a consultation with Oliver Asset Management looks like

16:12 – Getting-to-know Frank

17:33 – Listener question


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