Episode 9: The Retirement Red Zone: Planning for Life’s Big Decisions
In this episode of The Road Rules for Retirement Show, host Mark Fried discusses the value of working with a fiduciary financial advisor and how Mark’s firm integrates charitable giving, such as supporting Toys for Tots, into their philosophy. They highlight the importance of client relationships and offer insights into educational events like Coffee Talks and Lunch & Learns on Medicare and estate planning. Mark explains the critical concept of the “Retirement Red Zone,” emphasizing the need to start planning five years before retirement to ensure a sustainable income stream. He also touches on the adaptability of retirement plans, the benefits of Roth conversions during market volatility, and the impact of new IRS rules requiring IRAs passed to children to be withdrawn within 10 years.
