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When should you sign up for Medicare? Whether you’re turning 65 soon or still working past retirement age, knowing the right time to enroll is key to avoiding costly penalties and coverage gaps.
In this video, Dan and Leah sit down to talk honestly about financial independence: what it really takes to plan for it, common blind spots that can derail your progress, and how Quality of Life Planning® can help you stay on track even when your goals change.
In this video, we dive deep into the concept of “Die With Zero”, the idea of intentionally spending down your wealth so you maximize your life experiences without leaving a large balance at the end.
A powerful story about a dedicated nurse, a well-earned retirement, and why real recognition goes beyond plaques and praise.
Why is financial planning so confusing for so many people? In short—because there’s a lot of money in the financial world. And wherever there’s money, there are people trying to take advantage of it.
When someone believes the future is bleak, it can be hard to make confident decisions—especially about money. In this post, Daniel Dorval, CFP®, explores how a mindset of “catastrophizing” can impact financial planning, and why shifting the focus to quality of life and personal values can make all the difference.
Wondering whether to contribute to a Roth or traditional retirement account? This video breaks down the key differences between Roth and traditional IRAs and 401(k)s, explains how to decide between pre-tax and post-tax contributions, and dives into advanced strategies like the backdoor Roth IRA.
In this video, we continue the conversation of how financial planning strategies vary depending on your current level of wealth — and why that matters.
Retiring soon or already living off your investments? Then you need to understand something called sequence of return risk. In this video, we break it down in simple terms so you can feel more confident about your retirement plan.
Getting ready for retirement? Before you roll over your 401(k), 403(b), or TSP into an IRA, there are critical rules you need to know! In today’s video, I’m walking you through the key IRA rules that can save you money, reduce stress, and help you build a smarter retirement plan.