Podcast Episodes

The Hidden Reality of Healthcare Costs in Retirement

Season 2026 Episode 919

Many pre-retirees assume that Medicare will seamlessly cover all their medical needs in retirement. In this episode of Protect and Grow, Certified Fi…

1 day ago

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Don't Hit Snooze on Your Retirement Wake-Up Call

Season 2026 Episode 912

Are you relying too heavily on Social Security, ignoring long-term care costs, or underestimating the tax hit on your nest egg? In this episode of Pr…

1 week, 1 day ago

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Counting the Costs of Retirement: How to Avoid Financial Surprises

Season 2026 Episode 901

Retirement isn't expensive because of one big bill—it's the accumulation of all the small, ongoing expenses that continue even after your paycheck st…

2 weeks, 1 day ago

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The Hidden Connection Between Your 401(k) and Social Security

Season 2026 Episode 829

Are your 401(k) withdrawals silently increasing the taxes on your Social Security benefits? Many retirees view Social Security and tax-deferred accou…

3 weeks, 1 day ago

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The Retirement Blueprint: Structuring Your Success 📐💰

Season 2026 Episode 822

successful retirement doesn't happen by accident—it takes a solid structure. 🏗️ Whether you're nearing retirement or already enjoying your golden …

4 weeks, 1 day ago

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Retirement & Fixed Income Insights 💼📊

Season 2026 Episode 815

Planning for retirement isn't just about saving—it's about building a predictable, dependable stream of income that lasts a lifetime. 🏖️ Overwhelm…

1 month ago

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Understanding Your 401(k): Pros, Cons, and Maximizing Your Retirement Growth 💰📈

Season 2026 Episode 808

Is your 401(k) working as hard for your future as you are? In this episode of Protect and Grow Chicagoland Retirement, certified financial planning p…

1 month, 1 week ago

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Stress Test Your Portfolio

Season 2026 Episode 801

Markets don't move in a straight line — so how would your portfolio actually hold up if things got rocky? In this episode of Protect & Grow, Tim Stea…

1 month, 2 weeks ago

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The Great Wealth Transfer

Season 2026

Retirement brings a new chapter in how people think about money and what comes next. This video explores some of the ways money is managed after work…

1 month, 3 weeks ago

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Mid Year Financial Tips

Season 2026 Episode 718

In this episode, Tim Stearns shares a set of mid-year financial check-in tips to help listeners see where they stand before the year winds down. He c…

2 months ago

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