How to Retire on Time

How to Retire on Time

Welcome to How to Retire on Time, a show that answers your retirement questions. Say goodbye to the oversimplified advice you've heard hundreds of times. This show is about getting into the nitty-gritty so you can make better decisions as you prepare for retirement. Text your questions to 913-363-1234 and we'll feature them on the show. Don't forget to grab a copy of the book, How to Retire on Time, or check out our resources by going to www.retireontime.com.

Episodes

June 26, 2026 56 mins

Most retirement plans aren't derailed by market crashes. They're quietly drained by five small inefficiencies most advisors never mention.

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“Hey Mike, when does tax planning really make a noticeable difference in a retirement plan?” 

Discover how tax planning decisions can impact your income strategy and the long-term efficiency of your plan. 

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April 30, 2026 31 mins

“Hey Mike, can you retire with $250,000?”  

Discover how structuring your income, taxes, and portfolio the right way may matter more than the total amount you’ve saved. 

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April 29, 2026 7 mins

“Hey Mike, how much should I have saved at 55 years old?” 

Discover why focusing on a number can be misleading and how your retirement plan should be built around your income goals and lifestyle instead. 

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Hey, Mike. If you can’t beat the market, then why doesn’t Warren Buffet just invest in the market. 

Discover why investing with purpose and managing downside risk can be more important than trying to match the market every year. 

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April 23, 2026 40 mins

 Mike builds a retirement plan using Claude and ChatGPT.

Discover why building reliable retirement income takes more than data and how proper planning makes the difference. 

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“Hey Mike. How can you do tax planning when the rules keep changing?”

Discover how to balance future uncertainty with today’s tax rules. 

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“Hey Mike. I have a rollover IRA account that was set up 15 years ago that has all mutual funds. Is it worth it to switch everything over to ETFs?”

Discover which path may be best for you. 

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“Hey Mike. How do you know if you should sell something at a loss and move on or if you should hold on and wait?” 

Discover the guiding principles when trying to decide if you should hold a and investment or sell it and move on. 

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April 10, 2026 11 mins

“Hey Mike, Warren Buffett said he would hold stocks even if it were World War three, would you?”  

Discover how to think about stocks during uncertain times and why having the right strategy matters.
 
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“Hey Mike, how long does $2,000,000 last in retirement?” 

Discover why retirement isn’t just about hitting a number. It's about starting with the lifestyle you want and then build your plan/portfolio around that goal.
 
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“Hey, Mike. I’m having a hard time understanding how income planning affects healthcare planning. Can you elaborate?” 

Discover how coordinating your income, taxes, and healthcare strategies can help you get more out of your money.

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“Hey Mike, is it better to sell your rental properties with renters in it or when it is vacant?” 

Discover how local laws, cash flow, and property conditions impact whether selling with tenants or vacant leads to a better outcome.

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April 2, 2026 20 mins

“Hey Mike, what’s the best way to plan for rising healthcare costs?” 

Explore the key strategies for managing rising healthcare costs, including insurance options, investment approaches, and how to balance risk across your overall retirement plan.

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Description: “Hey Mike, how come my friends are getting better annuities today? Is there anything I can do to switch my payout?” 

Learn how changing market conditions impact returns across investments and why different strategies like annuities or real estate can perform better in different environments.

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From the comments… “REITs are garbage. Take a look at performance vs any index fund.. VOO, QQQM, anything. Stop it.” 

Learn how different investments perform in different market conditions and why comparing strategies like annuities, real estate, and index funds requires the right context. 

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Description: “Hey Mike, I am behind on my retirement savings. What should I do?”  

Learn why taking more risk isn’t the answer and how to strategically catch up on retirement savings in today’s market environment.

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March 27, 2026 4 mins

“Hey Mike, I missed my RMD. What do I do next?“

Discover what to do if you missed your RMD in retirement.

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March 26, 2026 10 mins

“Hey Mike, I’m looking to buy my retirement house first, and then eventually sell my current house. How do you line this all up?“

Discover ways to sell your current home and move into your retirement home. 

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March 25, 2026 13 mins

“Hey Mike, I just got my tax return done. What should I be looking for?“

 Discover what to look for when you review your tax return. 

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