201: May 24, 2025: Your Money Game Plan: From First Job to Final Paycheck

In this episode of The Roy Matlock, Jr. Money and Business Hour, Roy presents “The Ultimate Financial Plan,” walking listeners through the key financial stages of life—from young adulthood through retirement. The show opens with guidance for individuals aged 20–35, highlighting the importance of loving your career to solve income problems, building good money habits early, automating savings, and avoiding bad debt.

Roy emphasizes the power of compound interest, budgeting with purpose, and getting to the first $100,000 in savings. He then transitions to the middle years (35–55), advising listeners on maximizing 401(k) contributions, building multiple income streams, considering real estate wisely, and using a bucket strategy for both investments and taxes.

The final segment addresses pre-retirees and retirees, focusing on defensive financial planning, estate strategies, guaranteed income sources, and annuity structures. Roy stresses the need to preserve wealth, maintain diversified buckets for growth and security, and ensure long-term care and final expenses are covered.

Throughout the episode, Roy shares personal anecdotes, practical math, and actionable advice that listeners can implement at any life stage. The episode ends with an invitation to connect for a free financial check-up.