Episodes

  • FAQs You NEED to Know Before Hiring a Financial Planning Team
    May 2 2026

    If you've worked 30 to 40 years, built a pension, and saved $1M+, you're in a rare position, but also a risky one if you choose the wrong advisor. In this video, Joe breaks down the most important questions you MUST ask before trusting a financial advisor. These are the exact questions high-net-worth retirees and Midwestern Millionaires use to avoid costly mistakes.

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    23 mins
  • These 3 Pension Pillars Can Make or Break Your Retirement
    Apr 30 2026

    If you have a pension and $1M+ saved, your retirement planning is completely different than most people. In this video, Joe breaks down the 3 key pillars of pension planning that high-income retirees MUST get right to avoid costly mistakes. From hidden tax traps to investment missteps and estate planning gaps, these strategies could save you hundreds of thousands of dollars over your lifetime.

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    19 mins
  • Bad Retirement Advice I've Seen (Real Client Story)
    Apr 28 2026

    Most financial advisors sound great, but that doesn't mean they're actually giving you the right advice. In today's episode of Joe Knows Retirement, Joe breaks down a real client story where another firm made recommendations that raised serious concerns. From pushing products too early, to high fees, to lack of real tax planning, this is what you NEED to watch out for.

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    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/why-some-financial-planners-avoid-tax-planning

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    19 mins
  • Why Your Future Net Worth Is MUCH Bigger Than You Think
    Apr 25 2026

    If you have a pension and $1 million saved, you might be sitting on far more wealth than you realize. In this video, Joe breaks down why many retirees in this situation end up with way more money than they ever expected and more importantly, why that can actually become a problem.

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    17 mins
  • Do You ACTUALLY Have Enough? (The Truth for Pension + $1M Retirees)
    Apr 23 2026

    If you have a pension and $1M+ saved, you might be asking the wrong question… It's not "Do I have enough?" It's "What should I do with all of it?" In today's episode, Joe breaks down exactly how to run your numbers, what your pension is really worth, and why most retirees in this position end up with MORE money than they ever expected. He'll also cover key strategies around tax planning, Roth conversions, and how to actually enjoy your retirement without regret.

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    21 mins
  • Widows, Be Aware of This BEFORE It's Too Late
    Apr 21 2026

    If you're a widow or planning ahead for your spouse, this is one of the most important retirement videos you'll watch. There are 4 shocking stats that most people don't realize until it's too late, and they can cost you thousands in taxes, lost income, and poor financial decisions.

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    14 mins
  • Stop Saving… Start Spending? The 4 Things You MUST Do With Your Money in Retirement
    Apr 18 2026

    If you've saved $1M+ and still struggle to spend… this video is for you. Most retirees we work with are what we call "Midwestern Millionaires:" hardworking, disciplined savers who did everything right, but now can't enjoy their money. And that leads to one of the biggest regrets in retirement: Not running out of money… but running out of life. In this video, Joe breaks down the 4 things you can do with your money so you can stop over-saving and start living with purpose, confidence, and freedom.

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    16 mins
  • If Your Advisor Isn't Doing THIS… You're Overpaying
    Apr 16 2026

    If your advisor isn't doing tax planning AND tax prep… you may be leaving thousands on the table. In today's episode of Joe Knows Retirement, Joe breaks down why most advisors don't offer full-service planning and what that means for YOU. Too many retirees are paying a 1% fee for investment management only… while missing out on tax strategies, Roth conversions, and coordinated planning that could dramatically improve their retirement.

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    18 mins