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Episode #180: Are You Prepared For Retirement? Answer These Simple Questions To See If You’re On The Right Path

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Episode #180: Are You Prepared For Retirement? Answer These Simple Questions To See If You’re On The Right Path

 
 
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Are you prepared for retirement? Answer these simple questions to see if you’re on the right path. Australian retiree and volunteer, Stephen Petersen, talks about life after retiring from paid employment. Having lived and operated small businesses in Japan for a number of years Stephen is a supporter of why you should live in another country to see the world.

Stephen believes that those contemplating retirement should look at the transition at least six months in advance. Consider your activities going forward and reflect on what you like to do.

A successful transition after paid employment ceases can depend on connecting with your community and keeping busy. Stephen practices what he preaches through volunteering, speaking about Retirement and Everyday life in Japan, and writing technical papers to name a few of his activities.

Are you prepared for retirement? Stephen Peterson has managed a successful transition and can be seen taking in the sights of Melbourne on his pushbike for fun and fitness in his spare time.

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Episode# 179: You’re Never Too Old To Experience Life: Learn Ways To Enjoy Life Every Day

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Episode# 179: You’re Never Too Old To Experience Life: Learn Ways To Enjoy Life Every Day

 
 
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Spice Up Your Retirement When You Try New Things

You’re never too old to experience life when you learn ways to enjoy life every day. Heidi Herman, author of ‘On With The Butter! Spread More Living onto Everday Life’, shares her Icelandic mother’s love for life’s adventures in her latest book.

It’s easy to spice up your retirement when you try new things.  If you develop a sense of curiosity about life then you are more than halfway there. Curious people never complain about being bored. They are too busy doing stuff.

When we retire we are overjoyed at not having to go to that paid job anymore and be dictated to by the work timetable. Quite often retirement leads us into a more sedentary lifestyle when all of our time is free time. If you need some inspiration then the message of this book is:-

  • keep moving,
  • keep doing, and
  • keep spreading more living onto everyday life.

Even if you can’t leave your town, your community, then take a fresh look and marvel at the opportunities to investigate your own backyard. Discover ways to explore, play, take, chances, try new things, make a difference, and have more fun in life. According to Hedi, you’re the activities director, and On with the Butter! is your guidebook.

Heidi says, ‘We’ve all heard the popular expression YOLO—you only live once. We’re reminded to take advantage of the days we’re given, but how exactly do we do that?’ Take inspiration from this book as you’re never too old to experience life when you learn ways to enjoy life every day.

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Episode #178: Learn How To Increase Your Cash Flow Now — So You Don’t Have To Live On Less In Retirement

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Episode #178: Learn How To Increase Your Cash Flow Now — So You Don’t Have To Live On Less In Retirement

 
 
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Learn A Different Way To Look At Making Money How It Can Work For You

Learn how to increase your Cash Flow now — so you don’t have to live on less in retirement. Today’s guest is a Cash Flow Expert and Anti-Financial Advisor. Chris Miles knows how to get your money working for you today. Learn a different way to look at making money and how it can work for you.

Who are you listening to when it comes to putting money away for retirement? Have you looked at how much you will be able to draw down each year to live off? Typically if you want your money to last your lifetime advisors are suggesting your pension should be no more than 2% of your bucket. Now if you had $1 million saved that would give you a yearly income of $20,000. Could you live off that and stay in your own country?

Chris Miles is the founder of Money ripples, host of The Chris Miles Money Show, and co-author of the book Entrepreneur on Fire. Chris is a leading authority on quickly creating wealth by increasing monthly cash flow and creating passive income.

When you increase your cash flow you create all sorts of possibilities for yourself. This includes being able to slow down a bit so you can enjoy life now and even entertain an early retirement. When you are happy and relaxed then entrepreneurs find that all sorts of opportunities can come their way, according to Chris.

Investing in real estate in the United States has given investors choices. Why wait when you can make a massive difference in your life now. It is possible to increase your cash flow and create your own pension with superior returns to traditional investing avenues.

Join me, Ann E Nelson, as I chat with Chris Miles and learn how to increase your Cash Flow now — so you don’t have to live on less in retirement.

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Episode #177: Discover The Biggest Key Elements Relating To An Estate Plan For Business Owners

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Episode #177: Discover The Biggest Key Elements Relating To An Estate Plan For Business Owners

 
 
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Discover the biggest key elements relating to an estate plan for business owners. with Steven H.  Goodman. Steven talks about maintaining family business harmony and learn what you need to consider before handing your business over.

Steven H. Goodman CPA, MBA is President & Chief Executive Officer, of SHG Planning Inc. Steven is passionate about providing insightful solutions to the challenges of business succession, wealth preservation, focusing on the needs of owners of closely-held businesses, and high net worth individuals. He has served hundreds of estate planning clients for over 30 years including as a former VP of the Trust and Investment Division of JP Morgan Chase.

The creation of a successful business enterprise is an achievement few attain in their lifetime. Yet this legacy often fails to survive beyond the lifetime of the business owner.”

Steven Goodman

When you have worked hard to build a successful business it is now time to start thinking about protecting your assets. Discover the biggest key elements relating to an estate plan for business owners to put a plan in place to protect your loved ones when it comes to passing down your business and wealth.

It may be that the family are not the right people to take over. That is why having that succession planning in place will give all concerned peace of mind in the event of an emergency including unexpected health issues of the business principal involved.

Do you need someone to spend the time and effort to completely listen and understand your needs, wishes, and family inter-relationships? Having an experienced professional such as Steven Goodman will make the process to create an Estate Plan for Business Owners seamless.

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Episode #176: Discover The Secrets Of How Any Person Can Become A Millionaire?

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Episode #176: Discover The Secrets Of How Any Person Can Become A Millionaire?

 
 
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Discover the secrets of how any person can become a millionaire in episode 176 of Retire Well Retire Happy podcast. Learn how time gives your money the biggest chance to grow with financial coach and two-time national best-selling author, Chris Hogan. 

Chris Hogan is a best-selling author, a personal finance expert, and America’s leading voice on retirement, investing and building wealth. His goal is to help as many people as possible avoid financial traps and set their families up for the future.

A former athlete Chris now inspires millions through The Chris Hogan Show, his national TV appearances, and live events across the nation. If you think you can’t become a millionaire Chris challenges you to think again. His latest book is based on the largest research study of millionaires ever.

Chris urges people to use this pandemic as a financial wake-up call.

He shares some steps to take in times of uncertainty:-

  • Understand your financial position now
  • Go into conserve mode to protect your income
  • Be very smart as to what you’re spending
  • Be intentional – eg eat your food at home
  • Have an emergency money fund to have a 3-6 months cushion
  • Only spend on your four walls:- housing, utilities, gas and food
  • Time gives your money the biggest chance to grow

Chris Hogan is a great motivator and believes you can become a millionaire regardless of where you are now. To help yourself you need to grow in knowledge and take the right actions.

You are better off telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went.

Chris Hogan

Discover the secrets of how any person can become a millionaire.

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