The Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors' Podcast

The Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors' Podcast

Welcome to The Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors' Podcast, with Steve and Elizabeth Holland! As fiduciaries, the Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors emphasize comprehensive financial planning, tax-efficient retirement strategies, and the value of seeking a second opinion to ensure retirement success to make the rest of your life, the best of your life! To schedule a complimentary consultation, call (727) 295-3451 or visit AskTheHollands.com.

Episodes

December 5, 2025 53 mins
This episode of Retirement Success focuses on the crucial topic of tax-efficient asset disposal and confronting the "silent partner" in your retirement savings: the IRS. Steve and Elizabeth Holland discuss proactive strategies to legally reduce your tax burden when selling major assets like businesses, real estate, or dealing with retirement accounts.Key Discussion Points
  • Retirement Account Taxes: Funds in traditional IRAs and 4...
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This episode of Retirement Success focuses on the crucial topic of tax strategy in retirement planning, particularly emphasizing the use of Roth conversions as a defensive measure against future tax increases—dubbed "The Great Tax Storm." Steve and Elizabeth Holland discuss how to utilize Roth conversions strategically to ensure a tax-advantaged retirement.Key Discussion Points
  • The Roth Conversion Strategy: Roth conversions move...
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November 26, 2025 54 mins
This week on the show, Steve and Elizabeth Holland, along with MJ, discuss the crucial and evolving challenge of planning for a much longer and costlier retirement. They emphasize that retirement is no longer a finish line, but a complex, full-time financial strategy where planning wiser is essential to ensure your money lasts as long as you do.Key Discussion Points:
  • The New Longevity Reality: One in three 65-year-olds today is ...
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This episode of Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland and host MJ Schnitt focuses on the essential concept of building a genuine partnership with your financial advisor to achieve a comprehensive and successful retirement. The discussion emphasizes that true comprehensive planning extends far beyond merely picking stocks, covering a necessary integration of tax strategy, estate planning, and healthcare considerations—...
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    This episode of Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland, and host MJ Schnitt, dives deep into one of the most complex puzzles facing retirees: designing an airtight, sustainable retirement income strategy that lasts without forcing a sacrifice in lifestyle. The discussion covers the critical shift from pensions to self-managed plans, demolishes outdated income rules, and introduces a foundational three-part framework fo...
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    This episode of Retirement Success explores how to move "Beyond the Basics" of IRAs and 401(k)s to build a robust, protected, and sustainable retirement income plan, emphasizing the critical shift from simply accumulating assets to actively managing risk, fees, and tax strategy.Key Segments:
    • The importance of building your own "personal pension" using guaranteed, predictable income sources.
    • Why many advisors who dismiss annuities...
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    November 7, 2025 53 mins
    This episode of Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland and Todd MJ Schnitt provides a guide to constructing a comprehensive "Financial Fortress" to protect your life savings from common financial dangers, including market crashes, soaring healthcare costs, and unexpected tax burdens.Key Segments:
    • Why the old playbook for retirement no longer works and the secret to an Income-First strategy.
    • The single reason you may ...
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    This episode of Retirement Success, hosted by Steve and Elizabeth Holland with Todd MJ Schnitt, dissects the significant financial and personal implications of government shutdowns, emphasizing that a personalized retirement plan is crucial for navigating such events. The hosts underscore that a recent shutdown is a powerful reminder that these disruptive periods will occur again.Key Topics and Advice:
    • Protecting Your Income and...
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    In this episode, Steve and Elizabeth Holland, along with co-host Todd MJ Schnitt, tackle common retirement planning pitfalls, shifting the focus from simply accumulating savings to actively converting those assets into a reliable, lifelong income stream. The conversation highlights the crucial need for a personalized and proactive financial strategy that goes far beyond traditional IRA and 401(k) accounts.Key Takeaways
    • Beware of...
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    Welcome back to Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland and Todd "MJ" Schnitt. For over 30 years, The Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors have been dedicated to helping you protect your wealth and build inflation-adjusted, tax-advantaged retirement plans. In this episode, we take a deeper dive into how tariffs and other geopolitical events can impact your retirement portfolio and what you can do to prepare.Key Take...
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    Welcome to Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland and Todd "MJ" Schnitt. For over 30 years, The Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors have been helping clients create customized, tax-advantaged retirement plans. In this episode, we discuss why retirement is a long-term marathon, not a sprint, and the strategies you need to make your money last.Key Takeaways from the Discussion:
    • Longevity is a Challenge: With peop...
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    Welcome to Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland and Todd "MJ" Schnitt. This episode introduces a new framework for retirement planning based on three distinct seasons:
    • Active Season: The early years of retirement, marked by higher spending on travel, hobbies, and home projects. This phase requires a "Freedom Fund" to prevent overspending.
    • Settled Season: Beginning in the mid-70s, spending naturally declines as prio...
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    Welcome back to Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland and Todd "MJ" Schnitt. For over 30 years, The Holland Group Retirement Wealth Advisors have been dedicated to helping you build inflation-adjusted, tax-advantaged, customized plans for a secure retirement. In this episode, we break down the recently signed "One Big, Beautiful Bill" (OBBBA) and its crucial implications for your financial future.Key Takeaways from th...
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    In this episode of Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland, hosted by Todd "MJ" Schnitt, the discussion centers on understanding and mitigating hidden risks in retirement planning that advisors may not fully disclose.Key Takeaways from the Discussion:
    • This episode underscores the critical need for retirees to accurately assess and mitigate hidden portfolio risks like the sequence of returns risk, which can severely d...
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    In this episode of Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland, hosted by Todd "MJ" Schnitt, they address the significant shifts in retirement planning. Old strategies are no longer sufficient, requiring individuals to adapt to secure their financial future.
    Key Takeaways from the Discussion:
    • Evolving Retirement Landscape: People are living significantly longer, pushing retirement duration to potentially 30-40 years. This...
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    In this episode of Retirement Success with Steve and Elizabeth Holland, hosted by Todd "MJ" Schnitt, they address the significant shifts in retirement planning. Old strategies are no longer sufficient, requiring individuals to adapt to secure their financial future.Key Takeaways from the Discussion:
    • Evolving Retirement Landscape: Pensions are dwindling, making "do-it-yourself" 401(k)s crucial for income generation. Be cautious o...
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    Join Steve and Elizabeth Holland with Todd "MJ" Schnitt as they delve into crucial aspects of retirement planning, offering insights to help you manage your finances effectively and avoid common pitfalls. This episode emphasizes the importance of a well-structured plan and expert guidance to ensure your peace of mind.Key Topics Covered:
    • The complexity of retirement planning and the need for a customized approach.
    • The critical rol...
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    Steve and Elizabeth Holland, with Todd “MJ” Schnitt, reveal essential strategies to ensure your money outlasts you in retirement. Facing longer life expectancies and inflation, many retirees need smarter approaches. This episode tackles the critical importance of strategic planning, moving beyond generic advice to personalized solutions.Key Takeaways:
    • Longevity Planning: Acknowledge longer lifespans and ensure your money is acti...
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    In this episode of Retirement Success, Steve and Elizabeth Holland, joined by Todd “MJ” Schnitt, tackle crucial strategies for navigating retirement's financial challenges. With a record number of Americans nearing retirement, many face uncertain financial ground. The Hollands discuss safeguarding savings from potential government policy changes, adapting investment strategies to market volatility, and understanding the impact of g...
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    In this episode of Retirement Success, Todd “MJ” Schnitt joins Steve and Elizabeth Holland to bust some of the most persistent financial myths—ones that could seriously derail your retirement if you fall for them. From outdated rules of thumb to Social Security scare tactics, the Hollands bring facts, clarity, and a bit of humor to set the record straight. Here’s what you’ll take away:
    • Why the 4% rule might be dead—and how to pl...
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