In this episode, Matt tackles one of the biggest tax decisions that retirees face: Roth or pre-tax? It’s not just about today’s tax bill. It’s about future flexibility, income planning, and how your choices ripple through the rest of your financial life. Using real-world scenarios and practical strategies, Matt walks through when each approach might make sense, and when it might not.

A new year brings no shortage of market opinions and plenty of noise. Matt shares a grounded perspective on how to think about investing as 2026 takes shape, with an emphasis on preparation over prediction. This episode covers several long-term planning decisions that often get overlooked by pre-retirees and retirees. Tired of reacting to headlines? Tune in for a more thoughtful approach in 2026.

What if everything you thought you’d set up to protect your family turned out to be a maze of red tape and frustration? In this episode, discover the hidden roadblocks that can derail even the most carefully planned estates, as Matt reveals the eye-opening reality facing heirs in 2025, where paperwork alone isn’t enough, and the real challenges begin after you’re gone.