The One Big Beautiful Bill Act: What It Means for Your SALT Deductions
In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss the latest developments around the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and how it may impact your ability to claim a SALT deduction in 2025. From understanding the SALT cap to weighing the benefits of standard vs itemized deduction, they break down what these tax changes could mean for your retirement planning strategy. Taxes are complex, but this conversation aims to simplify what you need to know so you can plan for retirement with confidence.Listen in to learn about how state and local taxes, the property tax deduction, and the mortgage interest deduction might shift under new legislation. You’ll also hear strategies that combine charitable giving strategy, donor advised funds, HSA contributions, and 401k contributions to optimize your plan. Whether you’re exploring high income tax strategies or building your personal retirement checklist, this episode helps you position yourself to retire comfortably and secure your retirement.In this episode, find out:· What the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could mean for the SALT deduction 2025.· The differences between standard vs itemized deduction in today’s environment.· How the SALT cap impacts state and local taxes, and why it matters for retirees.· Ways to leverage a charitable giving strategy or donor advised fund for tax efficiency.· How retirement tax planning integrates with 401k contributions, HSA contributions, and other tools to help you plan for retirement.Tweetable Quotes:· “When it comes to taxes, the goal isn’t just to reduce today’s bill—it’s to create a strategy that works for your entire retirement.” – Radon Stancil· “Understanding the SALT cap and knowing when to use itemized deductions versus the standard deduction can make a huge difference in your long-term retirement planning.” – Murs TariqResources:If you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement!To access the course, simply visit POMWealth.net/podcast.
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Medicare Advantage Brokers and You – Staying Safe & Asking Smart Questions
In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon Stancil and Murs Tariq sit down with Medicare specialist Shawn Southard to unpack the recent developments around Medicare Advantage brokers, broker compensation, and the impact of a federal court ruling on CMS Medicare rules. With Medicare open enrollment and aggressive Medicare marketing campaigns happening every year, understanding how brokers get paid and how it may influence the advice you receive has never been more important. Shawn explains how the recent court decision effects Medicare plan comparison, Medicare star ratings, and the role of brokers in guiding retirees. If you're planning retirement or reviewing your options during Medicare open enrollment, this episode provides practical insights and unbiased Medicare advice to help you make informed choices. Listen in to learn about: How Medicare broker compensation structures may impact your coverage decisions and what questions you need to ask to protect yourself from Medicare scams. Whether you're seeking SHIP counseling, comparing plans, or building your retirement checklist, this discussion will help you confidently navigate your Medicare options and secure your retirement. In this episode, find out: The details behind the CMS rule, the court ruling, and what it means for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. How broker compensation can influence recommendations and why questions to ask brokers are critical. Why aggressive Medicare marketing and commercials may increase — and how to stay vigilant. How to leverage Medicare plan comparison tools and SHIP counseling for unbiased Medicare advice. Steps you can take today to make smart, confident decisions for retiring comfortably. Tweetable Quotes: “Understanding how Medicare brokers are compensated empowers you to make better decisions and avoid being swayed by marketing tactics.” — Radon Stancil “Medicare open enrollment is your opportunity to make informed choices — but only if you ask the right questions and focus on what’s best for you, not the broker.” — Murs Tariq Resources: If you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement! To access the course, simply visit POMWealth.net/podcast.
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The One More Year Trap – Knowing When It's Time to Retire
In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss the “One More Year Trap” and why so many people struggle with knowing when it’s time to retire. For many, the decision to retire is not just about money—it’s about mindset, emotions, and confidence. They explore the common reasons people delay retirement, from financial incentives like bonuses and stock vesting schedules to the emotional ties that come from decades spent in a career. If you’ve ever wondered how to know when to retire or felt uncertain about stepping away from work, this conversation provides valuable insights and strategies to help you make an informed and confident decision.Listen in to learn about retirement readiness, the importance of a personalized financial plan, and how to prepare both financially and emotionally for this life-changing transition. Radon and Murs break down the role of retirement strategies, retirement income planning, and the retirement mindset needed to confidently step into your next chapter. By focusing on your retirement goals and creating a clear roadmap, you can avoid the trap of delaying retirement year after year and instead secure your financial future.In this episode, find out:How the “one more year trap” keeps people delaying retirement without realizing it.Why creating a personalized retirement plan builds retirement confidence and clarity.The emotional challenges of leaving a career and redefining your retirement mindset.How retirement income planning and Social Security strategies affect your decision.The value of the Peace of Mind Pathway in helping you plan for retirement and retire comfortably.Tweetable Quotes:“When you have a plan in place, the nervousness around retirement fades, and the one more year trap starts to disappear.” — Murs Tariq“The trap isn’t about money; it’s about clarity. Once you see your retirement roadmap, you gain the confidence to step into the next phase of life.” — Radon StancilResources:If you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement!To access the course, simply visit POMWealth.net/podcast.
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The Big, Beautiful Bill – The Standard Deduction Expansion
In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss the newly passed tax legislation known as the Big, Beautiful Bill and its significant impact on retirement tax planning. They are joined by Taylor Wolverton, a Certified Financial Planner and Enrolled Agent, who breaks down how the standard deduction 2025 increase and new senior tax deductions can help retirees save thousands in taxes. If you’ve been wondering how the new tax bill 2025 affects your retirement income strategy, this episode delivers clarity, practical examples, and actionable tax planning strategies to help you make informed decisions.Listen in to learn about how these 2025 tax law changes may influence your retirement planning. Taylor walks through a real client case study showing how the standard deduction increase and a special $12,000 senior deduction can dramatically reduce taxable income and create more retirement tax savings. Whether you want to plan for retirement, update your retirement checklist, or make adjustments to secure a better financial future, this episode will help you optimize your income tax planning and avoid leaving money on the table.In this episode, find out:· How the Big Beautiful Bill changes the IRS standard deduction 2025 and what it means for retirees.· Details about the new $12,000 senior tax deduction and who qualifies for it.· How these federal tax deductions can reduce your taxable income and save thousands.· Why your tax strategy for retirement must consider these 2025 tax law changes.· Practical steps for using these updates to maximize retirement tax savings and plan for retiring comfortably.Tweetable Quotes:“An increase in the standard deduction is an increase in tax-free income — meaning less taxes paid for the year.” — Taylor Wolverton“Good tax planning is all about control. The more you understand the rules, the better your chances of securing your retirement.” — Murs TariqResourcesIf you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement!To access the course, simply visit POMWealth.net/podcast.
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Investing Before Versus During Retirement
In this episode of the Secure Your Retirement Podcast, Radon and Murs discuss the crucial differences between investing before retirement and investing during retirement, and how your approach to risk, growth, and income changes as you move from the accumulation years to the de-accumulation phase. They break down why the strategies that work in your 30s, 40s, and 50s often need to be adjusted once you reach retirement, especially when protecting retirement savings and managing withdrawal needs.Listen in to learn about how to adapt your retirement investment strategy using tools like the Three Bucket Strategy and strategic asset allocation in retirement. You’ll also hear why retirement income planning and retirement withdrawal strategy are essential for retiring comfortably while maintaining a growth mindset. Whether you’re 10 years from retirement or already there, this episode will help you refine your retirement savings strategy and create a plan to secure your retirement.In this episode, find out:The key differences in financial planning for retirement during the accumulation and de-accumulation phases.How market downturns affect post-retirement investing compared to pre-retirement.Why the Three Bucket Strategy helps balance growth and safety for your retirement income planning.How asset allocation in retirement can help preserve wealth while still allowing for growth.The importance of retirement withdrawal strategy and tax-efficient income planning.Tweetable Quotes:Radon Stancil: "When you lose 50% of your money in retirement, you don’t have decades to make it back—protecting your retirement savings becomes priority number one."Murs Tariq: "The goal isn’t to stop growing your money in retirement, it’s to grow within reason so you can retire comfortably without unnecessary stress."Resources:If you are in or nearing retirement and you want to gain clarity on what questions you should be asking, learn what the biggest retirement myths are, and identify what you can do to achieve peace of mind for your retirement, get started today by requesting our complimentary video course, Four Steps to Secure Your Retirement!To access the course, simply visit POMWealth.net/podcast.
Retirement is the plan. You worked hard to get where you are, now have a retirement that works hard for you.
If you want to achieve… confidence, peace of mind, control of your future, a rock-solid income plan, financial freedom, and unrestricted options in retirement this show is the right one for you! Retirement is approaching and you can’t afford to make mistakes with your money. In the back of your mind, there are concerns about what happens if there is another financial downfall as you are getting closer to having the life you have always dreamed about.
Radon Stancil, CFP®, and Murs Tariq, CFP® are dedicated to guiding you through knowing what questions to ask and what information to gather in order to feel 100% confident about your retirement plan. For more information visit: https://pomwealth.net/podcast
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