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In this episode of the podcast, Chris Hogan teaches listeners how to enjoy their lives without blowing their financial plans. He also talks with callers about: 457 plans; age and choosing the Roth option for investments; life insurance; budgeting wisely; and long-term care.
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In this episode of the podcast, Chris Hogan answers several questions from callers: Should I stop investing to pay for a house? Am I spreading my finances too thin by following the Baby Steps? Should I self-insure instead of buying long-term care insurance? How do I help millennials have a vision for retirement? How do I draw money out of an investing account without touching the principal?
Plus, Chris shares an everyday millionaire success story. He also discusses an article about a 96-year-old legal secretary who quietly amassed more than $9 million and left the bulk of it to needy students after her death.
Article: 96-Year-Old Legal Secretary Donates Millions
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In this podcast episode, Hogan discusses Employee Wellbeing Month and the importance of financial wellness. He also highlights an article about women taking control of their retirement.
Callers in this episode ask questions on a variety of topics including: calculating monthly retirement expenses; rolling a 401(k) over into an IRA after a job change; loss of money fears; wills and trusts. Plus, Chris shares an everyday millionaire success story.
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On this episode, Chris Hogan answers a common question: How do you know when to ask for help with retirement? He also discusses an article about what to do when you hit retirement age and speaks with callers about a variety of topics: retirement issues related to divorcing late in life; Chris Hogan’s R:IQ tool; the Roth option; borrowing against your 401(k); investing and buying homes. Plus, Chris talks to an everyday millionaire about his success story.
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On today’s episode, Chris Hogan distinguishes between can’t and won’t and shares how the difference between the two can impact your financial future. He also discusses an article about millennials obsessed with saving for early retirement and speaks with callers about a variety of topics: maxing out a company match versus funding a Roth IRA; fear of not being ready for retirement; when to invest; debt; and financial priorities connected to marriage decisions. Plus, Chris talks to an everyday millionaire about his success story.
Article: A Growing Cult of Millennials Is Obsessed With Early Retirement
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On this episode of the Retire Inspired Podcast, Chris shares eight questions you must ask your financial advisor. He also talks with callers about a variety of topics, including: when to pay off your mortgage; retirement anxiety; pension income; and where to invest extra money. Plus, he speaks with an everyday millionaire.
Questions to Ask Your Investment Advisor
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Join in on the Retire Inspired Podcast as Chris talks about how much parents should pay for their kids’ college. He gives listeners seven tips to help them navigate this confusing and overwhelming topic.
In addition to his discussion about paying for college, Hogan talks about an alarming article on student loan debt among Americans who are 50 and older. He also talks with callers about a variety of topics: asset allocations and investing; how to prepare for a new baby; paying off your mortgage early; long-term care insurance; and helping parents prepare for retirement. Plus, he gets to hear from an everyday millionaire about her success story.
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On this episode of the Retire Inspired podcast, Chris Hogan shares his personal investment strategy, including the four types of funds he prefers. He also helps his listeners take investing to the next level and offers seven action points to follow.
Hogan also answers questions regarding Roth IRAs, backdoor Roth IRAs, funding a grandchild’s education, and the importance of paying off your mortgage early. As a bonus, listeners will hear from Amy, an everyday millionaire who shares her perspective about time and money.
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In this episode of the Retire Inspired podcast, Chris Hogan cues up the subject of paying off your mortgage early. That’s right! Rather than having that monthly payment hanging around your neck, you can take charge of your finances and pay off that mortgage so you can throw more money toward your retirement dream.
Here are some ways you can pay off your mortgage early:
If you don’t think you can take on this challenge of paying off your home early, think again! Hogan talks to folks who paid off their mortgage early—and they share how they made it possible.
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VIP Jacque calls in to share her self-made millionaire success story. Jacque is killing it!
Hogan shares information about Roth IRAs and what to do with them.
VIP David has completed Baby Step 3 and is finding it hard to squeeze the budget to get the 15% needed for Baby Step 4. He makes good money, doesn’t drive expensive cars, doesn’t go on vacation or dine out much, but he can’t seem to make the budget work.
VIP Jessie is working on Baby Step 3. She calls to ask if she should cash in her savings bonds (worth around $10,000) to complete this Baby Step or wait until the bonds have matured.
Wrap Up
Hogan tackles the topic of Social Security, sharing challenges, truths and seven action steps to follow.
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Ray calls in and shares his amazing success story. What do you do when you’ve accomplished your goals? Ray sets more.
Hogan tackles the topic of Social Security, sharing challenges, truths and seven action steps to follow.
Linda calls in and says she is confused about her company’s voluntary non-qualified deferred compensation plan.
Daphynie calls in and asks for advice about her savings and her house. She is in her 50s, on Baby Step 3, and freaked out about her lack of savings.
Hogan wraps up the episode.
Hogan talks on the phone with VIP Josie. She wants to know if it is wise to save cash to purchase an investment property and use income to maximize retirement.
Hogan talks on the phone with VIP Dixie. She's married and wondering if something is wrong with their financial plan. She feels like they have less money now than when they were in debt.
Hogan discusses the importance of financial courage over fear with new action points.
Hogan talks on the phone with VIP Thomas. He's a firefighter and it is mandatory for him to put a certain amount into a pension at work. He then adds to his own match for a 16.6% amount. He wants to know if this is enough to save to retire.
In this timely express episode, Hogan discusses the myths of tax professionals and shares his truth on the subject.
If you take Hogan's quick and easy tax quiz, you’ll walk away knowing if you should get help with your taxes this year:
Hogan gives action points on how his listeners can fast track their Retire Inspired Quotient, the free tool on his website. He also takes several phone calls.
Need a pep talk? Hogan wants you to realize that having a long-term focus doesn't require you to panic short-term. Listen to the voice of reason and follow his 8 action points.
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Hogan addresses how “sharing is winning.” When a couple is on the same page about their future, they can win in high-definition.
Wake-Up Call: Leah is an FPU coordinator, and she recently heard about fixed index annuities. Are they legit?
Wake-Up Call: William is working on Baby Step 4 and wants to dial back his part-time job. Will it hurt his progress?
Deep Dive: Hogan talks about the importance of the dream date for couples, along with some Do’s and Don’ts for those dates.
Wake-Up Call: Jon can only put away $3,000 a month. How can he balance his investment across his 401(k), Roth IRA and mutual funds?
Question From Hogan’s Retirement Challenge Facebook Group: What should I do if I want to go to college but my parents can’t help me pay for it?
Wrap-Up
Within the last few weeks, bitcoin has dropped significantly in value.
Hogan decided to share this special episode because he wants you to know what bitcoin is and what he thinks about this hot topic called cryptocurrency.
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Hogan Rant: According to a survey from the Employee Benefit Research Institute, only 18% of people are very confident they’ll have enough money for retirement.(1)
Wake-Up Call: John is 28 years old and on Baby Step 4. He wants to know if he should change his investing options.
Deep Dive—Seven Myths About Investing: Do you know anyone who believes they don’t need help with investing? Hogan knocks down that myth along with six others that could keep you from maximizing your retirement savings.
Wake-Up Call: Deborah is considering taking retirement at 65, but she needs clarification on her 401(k) and taking Social Security.
Wrap-Up
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Chris Hogan talks with Sam, mother of 13 children, about how she and her husband approach finances. This is a short episode with a big, inspiring impact.
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Millionaire Moment: Meet John, whose net worth has topped $1.6 million.
Wake-Up Call: Shannon has a question about life insurance.
Deep Dive: Hogan covers seven action points to create a new you in 2018.
Wake-Up Call: Adam asks how to approach a financial conversation with his mother who is disabled.
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Millionaire Moment: Todd, age 48, has a net worth of $2.8 million.
Wake-Up Call: Tim has a question about investing 15% versus traveling after Baby Step 3.
Deep Dive: Hogan gives listeners eight things to do before the end of the year.
Wake-Up Call: Silas has a question about pension contributions as part of his overall investing strategy.
This episode is all about your investing questions. And, in the spirit of investing, Hogan wants you to invest time to listen to this episode! Hogan brings in a SmartVestor Pro to help answer your questions on traditional IRAs, the Roth option, tax brackets, fees, mutual funds, ETFs, and much more! Also featured in this episode are a Wake-Up Call and a new Millionaire Moment.
0:23—WELCOME
1:32—MILLIONAIRE MOMENT
Meet Jeff. He and his wife started from nothing and have accumulated a net worth of over $3 million.
5:12—YOUR INVESTING QUESTIONS, PART 1
Hogan hosts a SmartVestor Pro in the studio and they answer your questions:
23:26—DO YOU HAVE INVESTING QUESTIONS?
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23:57—WIN A TRIP TO BOSTON AND A VIP EXPERIENCE WITH HOGAN
25:12—YOUR INVESTING QUESTIONS, PART 2
Hogan and a SmartVestor Pro continue answering your investing questions:
44:03—WAKE-UP CALL
51:27—RALLY CRY WRAP UP
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Hogan takes to the phones, answering questions and sharing insights with several callers. Why? Because this podcast is an ongoing conversation about pursuing your retirement dreams.
0:23—WELCOME
1:06—WAKE-UP CALL #1
Robert, a young man in his mid-30s, is on Baby Step 6. He has a question for Hogan about his R:IQ. He also wants to retire early, even though the government won’t allow him to take distributions from his 401(k) until he turns 59 ½.
6:12—WAKE-UP CALL #2
Donavan is on Baby Step 4 and is trying to invest 15% of his income as suggested. He wants to know whether he should downsize or refinance his home.
12:20—WAKE-UP CALL #3
At age 33, Luke is on Baby Steps 4–6. He has a question about Roth IRAs.
16:18—DO YOU HAVE INVESTING QUESTIONS?
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16:48—WIN A TRIP TO BOSTON AND VIP EXPERIENCE
18:03—EVENT ATTENDEE QUESTION
A woman asks a question about her husband’s negative mentality around retirement due to a family death.
20:48—WAKE-UP CALL #4
Joe has a question about his daughter’s college fund. He and his wife are working with their daughter in seeking out scholarships and in-state options.
26:02—WAKE-UP CALL #5
At ages 30 and 29 respectively, Ryan and his wife are on Baby Step 7. Ryan wants to know how he and his wife can retire early.
31:22—RALLY CRY WRAP UP
Forget about six figures. How would you feel about seven instead? Hogan gives six tips on how to work toward that millionaire status and brings in reinforcements with millionaire success stories. Also featured in this episode: Millionaire Moment; Wake-Up Call; and Hear From the People.
0:23—WELCOME
1:32—MILLIONAIRE MOMENT
Meet John and Jill, whose net worth has topped $2.2 million.
5:11—6 TIPS TO WORK TOWARD MILLIONAIRE STATUS
Back from a gathering with young entrepreneurs, Hogan shares his thoughts about how to become a millionaire.
20:28—MILLIONAIRE VOICES, LARRY AND DEE
This self-made millionaire couple lives on the Rogue River in Oregon. Larry and Dee have a net worth of over $4 million. Listen to how they went rogue and stopped being normal.
27:37—WAKE-UP CALL
32:05—LIVE EVENT ATTENDEE ASKS HOGAN A QUESTION
An event attendee asks Hogan if he should roll his lump sum pension into a Roth IRA or a traditional IRA.
33:53—DO YOU HAVE INVESTING QUESTIONS?
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34:23—WIN A TRIP TO BOSTON AND VIP EXPERIENCE
35:38—MILLIONAIRE VOICES, PAUL AND ELAINE
This self-made millionaire couple lives on a lake south of Seattle, Washington. Paul and Elaine have a net worth of $1.2 million. Listen to their philosophy about the “long view.”
41:47—HEAR FROM THE PEOPLE
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47:02—RALLY CRY WRAP UP
Do you know your Retire Inspired Quotient? Discover your R:IQ.
What’s getting in the way of your retirement dreams? Hogan shares four retirement obstacles and other insights from his book Retire Inspired: It’s Not an Age; It’s a Financial Number. Also featured in this episode: Hear From the People; Eight Keys That Unlock Your Future; and a new Millionaire Moment.
0:23—WELCOME
1:27—FOUR OBSTACLES TO YOUR RETIREMENT
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11:34—HEAR FROM THE PEOPLE
Email your questions to podcast@chrishogan360.com.
20:35—DO YOU HAVE INVESTING QUESTIONS?
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21:05—ON THE PHONE WITH HOGAN
Hogan talks to Veronica about retirement and downsizing after a personal loss.
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31:29—EIGHT KEYS THAT UNLOCK YOUR FUTURE
46:05—MILLIONAIRE MOMENT
Meet Tom. He’s a self-made millionaire and has a net worth of almost $2 million.
49:54—RALLY CRY WRAP UP
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