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The Similarities Between Traveling and Financial Planning (Ep. 110)

The Similarities Between Traveling and Financial Planning (Ep. 110)

One of the most important aspects of achieving our financial goals is having a clear vision of what you want to accomplish. And just like a travel journey, without a clear goal, it is easy to get distracted, lose motivation, and make poor decisions.

However, setting a goal is not enough. You also need to have a plan that outlines the steps you need to take, the resources you need to use, and the challenges you need to overcome. 

In this episode, Peter Raskin uses traveling as a metaphor for goal setting and financial planning. He emphasizes the importance of setting clear financial goals and developing unique strategies for each goal. Additionally, he explains the importance of diversifying investments across different sectors to manage market risk and the role of a financial planner when navigating the financial journey.

Peter discusses:

  • Why different financial goals require different investment strategies 
  • How 30% of the market value of the S&P 500 is invested in just ten mega tech stocks, emphasizing the importance of diversification
  • The concept of meaningful diversification
  • The importance of risk management and reasonable expectations in achieving long-term financial goals
  • The role of a financial planner as a coach, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the journey, making necessary adjustments, and building confidence
  • And more!

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Disclosure: This is not intended to be a substitute for professional investment advice. Always seek the advice of your financial adviser or other qualified financial service providers with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning.

Peter Raskin is a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Securities offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer. Member SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sagemark Consulting, a division of Lincoln Financial Advisors, a registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies. Raskin Planning Group is not an affiliate of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and its representatives do not provide legal or tax advice. You may want to consult a legal or tax advisor regarding any legal or tax information as it relates to your personal circumstances.

A 7-Step Checklist for Your Journey Into Retirement (Ep. 103)

A 7-Step Checklist for Your Journey Into Retirement (Ep. 103)

Planning for retirement is a lot like planning for travel. You need a moldable checklist of decisions that need to be made from a big-picture perspective.

In this episode, Peter Raskin shares a 7-step checklist for retirees. He covers important aspects such as expenses, income sources, protection, taxes, portfolio risk, distribution flexibility, and legacy planning, and ties them together to show how interrelated they are.

Peter discusses:

  • Budgeting for your wants and needs during retirement
  • The different sources of income available during retirement
  • How to protect your finances in retirement and manage your investment risk
  • Why taxes matter and how they can make a big difference over a long period of time
  • Why it’s important to have flexible distribution options
  • How important legacy planning is

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Disclosure: This is not intended to be a substitute for professional investment advice. Always seek the advice of your financial adviser or other qualified financial service providers with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning.

Peter Raskin is a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Securities offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer. Member SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sagemark Consulting, a division of Lincoln Financial Advisors, a registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies. Raskin Planning Group is not an affiliate of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and its representatives do not provide legal or tax advice. You may want to consult a legal or tax advisor regarding any legal or tax information as it relates to your personal circumstances.

70. Descending The Mountain Of Retirement

70. Descending The Mountain Of Retirement

When creating your retirement plan, the income you set aside needs to last throughout your entire retirement. The most important step of your plan is protecting what you put aside.

In this episode, Peter Raskin discusses the importance of protecting your income during retirement. He reveals the importance of considering longevity, inflation and sequence of return risk when investing or retirement and how each impacts your retirement income.

Peter discusses:

  • What to consider when determining how long your retirement plan should last
  •  The impact of inflation on your retirement income
  • The potential risk on your investments and how to avoid loss
  • The three sources of protected income
  • And more!

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Disclosure: This is not intended to be a substitute for professional investment advice. Always seek the advice of your financial adviser or other qualified financial service providers with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning.

Peter Raskin is a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Securities offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer. Member SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sagemark Consulting, a division of Lincoln Financial Advisors, a registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies. Raskin Planning Group is not an affiliate of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and its representatives do not provide legal or tax advice. You may want to consult a legal or tax advisor regarding any legal or tax information as it relates to your personal circumstances.

 

Episode 55: The Difference Between “Live On” and “Leave On” Assets

Episode 55: The Difference Between “Live On” and “Leave On” Assets

Most of you have been working for a long time, and as a result, have become good savers. 

However, at some point in life, you will retire, rely upon the wealth you built, and eventually pass down everything you have to someone or something you care about.  

While preparing your assets to be passed on, it’s critical to consider which will be “live on” assets, and which will become “leave on.” Find out how to do this in this episode, as Peter Raskin helps you understand the difference between these types of assets and the planning-related factors you must consider with each. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Tax considerations associated with retirement-related “live on” assets  
  • Why and how to protect “live on” assets 
  • Why life insurance can be a helpful vehicle when leaving wealth to your beneficiaries or heirs 
  • Updating estate planning documents and wills as part your legacy planning process
  • And more!

Tune in today and find out how taxes and planning differ depending on the assets you’ll be transferring! 

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Disclosure: This is not intended to be a substitute for professional investment advice. Always seek the advice of your financial adviser or other qualified financial service providers with any questions you may have regarding your investment planning.

Peter Raskin is a registered representative of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Securities offered through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp., a broker/dealer. Member SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sagemark Consulting, a division of Lincoln Financial Advisors, a registered investment advisor. Insurance offered through Lincoln affiliates and other fine companies. Raskin Planning Group is not an affiliate of Lincoln Financial Advisors.

Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. and its representatives do not provide legal or tax advice. You may want to consult a legal or tax advisor regarding any legal or tax information as it relates to your personal circumstances.