Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman, CFP

If you’re getting close to retirement or already enjoying it, chances are you’ve spent decades building your savings, your home, your investments, and maybe even a business. You’ve worked hard to create a comfortable life – so it’s important to have a solid plan for what happens to your wealth when you’re no longer here.

Estate planning isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy – it’s for anyone who wants to make s...

If you’ve saved diligently for retirement – maybe even built up a seven-figure nest egg in a large IRA – but still find yourself hesitant to spend it, you’re not alone. It’s a surprisingly common challenge: retirees with plenty of money feeling like they’re scraping by. But did you know that having a large IRA can lead to unexpected tax headaches once you hit your 70s?

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Retirement planning comes with a lot of questions. And if you’ve ever had questions about how taxes and inflation will affect your retirement, you’re in good company.

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, president of Heckman Financial and a certified financial planner, is sharing the most common retirement questions he hears from clients—plus how you can mitigate the twin threats of taxes...

If you've spent years building wealth, the next step is just as important: making sure it lasts. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, president of Heckman Financial and a certified financial planner, shares actionable tips for protecting your hard-earned money and creating consistent, stress-free retirement income. Tune in to hear common retirement income mistakes to avoid, tax planning tips, and the ...

Retirement should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment, but financial uncertainty can make it stressful. Market volatility, changing tax laws, and economic shifts can all impact your savings. So, how do you protect your retirement and ensure your money lasts? 

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is sharing essential strategies to safeguard your financial future. Tune in to make sure your...

Today, we’re talking about tax scams, specifically the IRS’s "Dirty Dozen" list. If you’ve never heard of it, this is a list of some of the top scams the IRS wants you to watch out for — especially around tax season.

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is explaining the most common scams, how to spot them, and how to protect yourself. Plus, he’s sharing how to reduce your taxable income d...

When you picture retirement, you probably imagine relaxing, traveling, spending time with loved ones, and doing all the things you enjoy. But that can only happen if your retirement money lasts as long as you do. So how do you make sure that happens?

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is sharing how to determine how much money you’ll spend in retirement, common retirement pitfalls to avo...

Now that we’re a few months into 2025, there’s a big financial shift on the horizon that retirees need to be prepared for: the expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. While many hope these tax cuts will be extended, there’s no guarantee. That means now is the time to take action and ensure your retirement savings are positioned to weather potential tax increases.

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Taxes are one of the biggest expenses retirees face – often more than healthcare. Yet, many people overlook tax planning when preparing for retirement. With the potential extension of the Trump tax laws, understanding how they impact your financial future is more important than ever.

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is sharing th...

Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying to ensure that your savings will last as long as you do. You might have questions about Social Security, taxes in retirement and more. Veteran financial planner Eric Heckman is here to give you the information you need to make smart retirement decisions now.

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is sharing practical strategies ...

History shows us that when countries accumulate too much debt, it can lead to big economic problems. For retirees, this can translate to rising taxes and inflation, which can eat away at their hard-earned savings. 

If you want to make sure your money lasts as long as you do, you need to make a plan for taxes and inflation in retirement. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is breaking down the four pil...

Planning for retirement isn’t just about saving enough money – it’s about making strategic decisions that allow you to enjoy life while leaving a lasting legacy for your family. On this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, a financial planner of over 30 years and president of Heckman Financial, is sharing the most common retirement regrets and how to avoid them, why you need a legacy plan for retirement, and how to get st...

A new Axios poll tells us that 1 in 5 Americans think they won’t ever be able to retire, and 62% think Social Security won’t cover even half of their expenses. Does this sound like you? 

If it does, you’re not alone – but it doesn’t have to be that way. With a solid plan in place, you can retire with peace of mind. Eric Heckman, veteran financial planner at Heckman Financial, is here to give you the retire...

Are you confident in your retirement and financial knowledge? A recent Retirement Income Literacy Quiz by the American College of Financial Services showed that many Americans aged 50–75 scored poorly when it came to understanding retirement. Today, veteran financial planner Eric Heckman is unpacking one of the most misunderstood financial concepts: annuities.

 Eric is sharing everything you need to know about annuitie...

We’ve experienced a series of unprecedented events in recent years. From a global pandemic to a historic market crash, to increasing interest rates, inflation, and global unrest – you might be feeling like you have less control over your future than ever before. 

Here’s the good news: There are things you can do today to take control of your financia...

Do you worry that you’ll outlive your retirement savings? You’re not alone. The fear of running out of money in retirement is a top concern for retirees. On this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, president of Heckman Financial, is sharing the biggest money challenges people face in retirement, the pillars of a secure retirement, and how to take action to build your retirement foundation today. If you want to retire wit...

Will your money last as long as you do? Will you be able to have fun and enjoy your retirement? These are the big questions people approaching retirement need to consider. So many Americans worry about running out of money in retirement, and for good reason. The truth is, if you don’t have money during retirement, then you’re not retired… you’re just unemployed.

If you’re worried about running out of mon...

In this episode, Eric emphasizes the importance of having a personalized income plan and tackling the complexities of retirement planning, which include navigating confusing products, changing tax laws, and volatile markets. The episode also features listener questions, where Eric provides expert advice on crucial topics like determining how much to save, estimating taxes, and transitioning from saving to generating in...

Retirement is a time to relax, travel, and enjoy your favorite hobbies… but that can’t happen if you don’t have protected income. So the question is: How do you make sure your money lasts as long as you do? 

This week on Wealth Creator Radio, veteran financial planner Eric Heckman is sharing how to plan for protected income, so you can enjoy worry-le...