Retirement Elevated Podcast with Sean Lee

Retirement Satisfaction

Who are the people who have the highest satisfaction in retirement? And how can you be one of them? It begins with understanding your retirement needs. Sean outlines the importance of clarity and confidence in your financial situation. He stresses that knowing the math problem- what you'll need versus what you'll have- is the first step toward a robust retirement plan.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What does “peace of mind” mean in retirement?
The three ways to create income from your investments.
Having and keeping financial independence in retirement.
 
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Irreversible Financial Decisions

Have you ever wondered about the decisions in life that you can't take back? Today, we deep dive into the irreversible choices that can shape your financial future, especially when it comes to retirement.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
When you start taking Social Security matters.
Choose wisely regarding your pension benefits.
You can’t get life insurance once it’s too late and your family needs it.
How to know what the right retirement date is for you.
 
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Financial Mistakes Made During Divorce

What kinds of financial mistakes do people make amidst a divorce? If you find yourself facing a divorce, there are some financial things you will want to be aware of as you move forward. From how to divvy up assets in a way that is financially sound to dealing with your emotions, there’s a lot to keep in mind. 
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Choosing the house over other financial assets.
Don’t ignore tax implications of retirement funds.
Rolling a spouse’s retirement account directly into an IRA.
Your emotions can cloud your decision-making.
How does an advisor help a couple getting a divorce?
 
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Facing Financial Villains

Movie villains are usually pretty easy to identify with their ominous music, masks, and often dark clothing. In the financial world, some of the villains can be a bit harder to spot. We talk about some of the most infamous movie villains and share what they have in common with some of the dark and scary things financially speaking. From the Wicked Witch of the West and her flying monkeys to the hardships that inflation can cause, which of these villains are you ready to face head-on?
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Inflation shows up with a vengeance.
Overly fixating on one issue or financial product can be risky.
Individualized plans can make a difference.
 
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Important Ages in Retirement

What are the milestone moments you face in retirement as you age? Today, we talk about some of the ages to keep in mind and why they are important as you reach each one. Whether you are a few years off or if you are right in the middle of these, thinking through what you should be doing with the money can make a huge impact in your financial life.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The unofficial kickoff of retirement is age 50.
Age 55 is when you need to think about your 401(k) options.
When you turn 59 and a half, you have access to your funds.
Under current law, age 62 allows you to withdraw from Social Security.
At 73 (currently) you have to start taking money out of your retirement accounts. 
What’s the most important age?
 
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Portfolio Expectations

What are your portfolio expectations? Are they too high? Today we talk through an article that shares investor expectations on their portfolio and why, in many cases, they are higher than they should be. We discuss some of the differences in expectations across the globe. More than that, we consider what the meaning of those returns are and how much we should place value on them. What does your lifestyle require? How can you create more clarity with your finances?
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Investment return expectations for investors vs. financial advisors.
How do we manage expectations?
What do I need to make my lifestyle possible?
Should we plan for a recession?
 
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Financial Fill in the Blank

Let’s play a game of fill in the blank with Sean to see how he would finish off these financial statements. What will the market do to you? What’s the best way to set yourself up for success in retirement? What’s the biggest financial mistake retirees make?
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The best way to be sure you don’t run out of money in retirement.
The stock market has the ability to do what?
Run the other way when a financial advisor does what?
The most common mistake retirees make.
 
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Financial Lessons from Homer Simpson

Ever wish you could learn about financial planning from a funny cartoon character? Today, we take some lessons from Homer Simpson to see what kind of financial wisdom we can learn. From what we are teaching our kids about money to facing uncertainty about our retirement savings, you’ll want to have some healthy financial habits. You also likely have a number of goals you want to achieve. Having a financial plan in place will give you the strategy and action steps needed to get there.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
“Kids are great…with the internet now, they practically raise themselves.”
“People can come up with statistics to prove anything!”
“Let’s not panic, I’ll make the money by selling one of my livers.”
“All my life, I’ve had one dream —to achieve my many, many goals.”
 
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Easy Wins in Personal Finance (Part 2)

Before we reach the end of the year, what financial goals can you easily cross off your list? As a continuation of this two-part series, we discuss five more easy wins you can make when it comes to your financial life. If you didn’t hear part one, go back and listen to hear what other simple financial steps you can take.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Analyze tax efficiency of your investments.
Make sure your beneficiary designations are up-to-date.
Rebalance your portfolio.
Have a proper emergency fund in place.
Automate your savings.
 
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Easy Wins in Personal Finance (Part 1)

From having the right amount of money in the bank to consolidating your accounts, there are simple ways you can improve your finances. On this two-part series, we discuss some of the easy wins you can make when it comes to your financial life. These things can add up to make a big difference, so stay tuned!
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Having the right amount in cash.
Finding the life insurance policy for you.
Consolidating your 401(k) accounts.
Considering your mutual funds.
Replacing your funds as needed.
 
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