Retirement Max Radio

Retirement Max Radio

Hosted by financial advisor Ken Reeves, “Retirement Max Radio” provides practical, actionable advice to help you navigate the complex world of retirement planning. Each week, we share insights, tips and strategies aimed at helping you optimize your retirement savings, reduce risks and navigate through any obstacles that may arise. Learn more at Apex Financial Group Insurance products are offered through the insurance business Apex Financial Group. Apex Financial Group is [also] an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by Apex Financial Group are not subject to Investment Adviser requirements.

Episodes

Thanksgiving Special - November 22, 2025

November 24, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode of Retirement Max Radio, financial advisor Ken Reeves and co-host Mark Elliott cover core issues affecting retirees and pre-retirees. From understanding the impact of taxes on retirement income to exploring Social Security strategies, long term care planning, investment risk management, and legacy considerations, each episode provides practical guidance for creating a thorough retirement plan. Tune in for conversati...
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Running Out of Money in Retirement - November 15, 2025

November 17, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode of Retirement Max Radio, financial advisor Ken Reeves and co-host Mark Elliott cover core issues affecting retirees and pre-retirees. From understanding the impact of taxes on retirement income to exploring Social Security strategies, long term care planning, investment risk management, and legacy considerations, each episode provides practical guidance for creating a thorough retirement plan. Tune in for conversati...
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Medicare Decoded - November 08, 2025

November 11, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode of Retirement Max Radio, financial advisor Ken Reeves and co-host Mark Elliott cover core issues affecting retirees and pre-retirees. From understanding the impact of taxes on retirement income to exploring Social Security strategies, long term care planning, investment risk management, and legacy considerations, each episode provides practical guidance for creating a thorough retirement plan. Tune in for conversati...
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Tax Savvy Strategies - November 01, 2025

November 11, 2025 • 56 mins
In this episode of Retirement Max Radio, financial advisor Ken Reeves and co-host Mark Elliott cover core issues affecting retirees and pre-retirees. From understanding the impact of taxes on retirement income to exploring Social Security strategies, long term care planning, investment risk management, and legacy considerations, each episode provides practical guidance for creating a thorough retirement plan. Tune in for conversati...
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New Retirement Reality 2.0 - October 25, 2025

October 30, 2025 • 56 mins
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Optimizing Retirement Income - October 4, 2025

October 6, 2025 • 56 mins
Many people spend decades accumulating wealth for retirement, but here's what can keep them up at night: Will their money last as long as they do? With people living longer than ever, inflation eating away at purchasing power, and market volatility threatening nest eggs, the old rules of retirement planning simply may no longer be enough.

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2025 Main Topic: Social Security - September 20, 2025

September 22, 2025 • 56 mins
Social Security benefits are always changing, and some retirees could be facing new tax surprises. Today, Ken is here to discuss how changes to Social Security could impact your finances and what you can do to prepare.


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Behavioral Finance and You - September 13, 2025

September 15, 2025 • 56 mins
You know how we sometimes do things that even we can’t explain? Well, it turns out, this also happens when it comes to our money. Have you ever been so scared of losing money that you didn't take a financial risk? Or maybe you've found yourself buying something just because everyone else is? These are just a couple examples of how our behavior plays a big role in our financial decisions.

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Creating a Lasting Legacy - August 30, 2025

September 2, 2025 • 56 mins
It’s easy to make assumptions about what goes into a legacy plan, but Ken will help make it clear for you as we dive into the basics of creating a lasting legacy for your family.

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Creating Dependable Retirement Income - August 23, 2025

August 25, 2025 • 56 mins
Remember when you were working, and you could count on a regular paycheck hitting your bank account every month? For many retirees, that predictable income is replaced by constantly checking portfolio values and worrying about market fluctuations. But retirement doesn't have to feel like a financial rollercoaster.

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Four Retirement Unknowns - August 16, 2025

August 18, 2025 • 56 mins
I’ll bet a lot has happened to you in the last 20 years that you didn’t see coming. You probably had some unexpected blessings and also some obstacles to overcome. Either way, there were some big unknowns in your past and they’ll continue in the future.


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Big Beautiful Bill Act - August 9, 2025

August 11, 2025 • 56 mins
Any financial strategy you made before July might need an update. Today, Ken shares what you need to know about the sweeping changes to tax policy under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed into law on July 4 and why it might be time to take another look at your financial strategy and your accounts.

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Boomers Up to Bat, Gen X On Deck - August 2, 2025

August 4, 2025 • 56 mins
We’ve repeated the stats time and time again: thousands of Baby Boomers retire every day. And by 2030, they will all be 65. And if Baby Boomers are up to bat for retirement … that means Generation X is on deck.

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The Longevity Challenge - July 26, 2025

July 28, 2025 • 56 mins
We're living through what professionals call a "longevity revolution." People are living much longer than previous generations, which can be wonderful, but it creates some serious financial strategy challenges. If you’re currently 65, there’s a very real possibility you could spend 25 to 30 years—or even longer—in retirement.

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Behavioral Finance and You - July 19, 2025

July 21, 2025 • 56 mins
You know how we sometimes do things that even we can’t explain? Well, it turns out, this also happens when it comes to our money.

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The Reality of Retirement Spending - July 12, 2025

July 14, 2025 • 56 mins
Most retirement strategies assume your expenses will immediately drop when you stop working - maybe needing only 70-80% of your working income. But what if that conventional wisdom is completely wrong? What if retirement spending actually follows a very different pattern than the neat, predictable decline that financial calculators assume?

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Tackling the Twin Threats of Taxes and Inflation - July 5, 2025

July 7, 2025 • 56 mins
When we think about risks to retirement, it’s natural to focus on the big, dramatic market downturns—like those we’ve seen in the past and will undoubtedly face again in the future. But those aren’t the only threats. The looming possibility of higher taxes, persistent inflation, and other challenges all contribute to the very real fear of outliving your savings.

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Tax Savvy Strategies - June 28, 2025

June 30, 2025 • 56 mins
It seems like world is on edge right now. Global conflicts are dominating the news headlines, and the ripple effects could reach you and your wealth. Today, we’re tackling how global instability could impact your retirement future. Ken shares strategies to help you preserve your wealth and stay on track, even in uncertain times.

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Topics on Your Retirement Planning List - June 21, 2025

June 23, 2025 • 56 mins
How much is left on your to-do list this week? What about that honey-do list of chores around the house? It’s a mile long, right? The problem with long lists is they can overwhelm you and cause you to shut down. So let’s keep it simple!

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All About Annuities - June 14, 2025

June 18, 2025 • 56 mins
For years, annuities have gotten a bum rap. Too expensive. Too many strings attached. Your money is locked up forever. You’ve heard all the “cons” of annuities for years. But with private company pensions dying out, the tide is starting to turn. Annuities sales have had record years recently.    

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