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Retirement Coffee Talk

Charisse Riverswww.zinniawealth.com

Retirement Coffee Talk is the ultimate podcast for anyone seeking financial insights on retirement planning. Join Charisse Rivers, the founder and president of Zinnia Wealth Management, for a blend of fun and informative discussions on the latest financial trends and the keys to achieving a fulfilling retirement.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just beginning your financial journey, Retirement Coffee Talk is your go-to. Tune in weekly and empower yourself to make confident financial decisions for a secure and fulfilling retirement.

💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube!

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Episodes

5 Ways to Plan for Long Term Care

Studies show 70% of us will need some kind of care in our elder years. This expense could wipe out a lifetime of savings in a short time. How do we protect ourselves? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 05, 202411 min

5 ideas to protect your retirement money from recession | The 4% withdrawal rule does work, for so many reasons | How to avoid this 10,000 dollar a month event in retirement

On this week's show: The “R” word is still out there. Recession. Can you protect the gains you’ve realized? Another nationally recognized name blows up the 4% withdrawal rule. You protect your retirement money from markets, taxes, and fees. Are you forgetting something? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/...

Sep 04, 202452 min

The tax code has over 70 thousand pages! Do you know which ones to use for a better retirement?

Many believe the tax code was written just for people who have a lot of money with tax and investment experts. There is at least one action item you need to be aware of that can help in retirement. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 29, 202412 min

Can you have a great retirement without being a financial expert?

Paul McCartney recently admitted he can't read music. Yet he wrote beautiful songs. How can you have a great retirement without knowing the ins and outs of Wall Street? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 27, 20249 min

Tax free, taxable, tax deferred. What does it all mean?

Being diversified in your retirement portfolio means more than your investments. Can you diversify your taxes as well? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 20, 202418 min

The stock market went down 1000 points in a day. What happened? | Are cash and bonds a good place for safety? | Having the right mix in taxes | Should the election guide your financial decisions?

On this week's show: Market volatility is back. How do you react? What is your idea of “safe money”? You diversify your investments. How do you diversify your taxes? Does the election concern you and your retirement money? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 17, 202451 min

Medicare is a maze. How do you get started?

2024 is Peak 65. More people are turning 65 this year than any other year in history. Age 65 means filing for Medicare. What do you need to know? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 15, 202413 min

Understanding the Recent Market Drop and How You Should Respond

During a interview on WSKY, Charisse Rivers talks about the recent stock market downturn. Why did this happen? How could it impact your retirement savings? Do you have a retirement plan that is setup to take advantage of these situations? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Aug 13, 202411 min

3 Ways to Create Income in Retirement

A Princeton Professor found the three most common ways people develop income in retirement. Are you using one of them? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 06, 202413 min

Calming Your Financial Worries About Election Turmoil and Markets

The political headlines are changing daily. It effects the markets and your retirement accounts. Can you have a plan that takes you out of the chaos? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 30, 202411 min

Can the election turmoil hurt your retirement? | Ideas on how to create your retirement paycheck | People in their 80s discuss how they would do retirement differently | The changes in retirement laws you need to know about

On this week's show: Keeping your financial calm during these troubled political times. 3 ways to create income in retirement. Five things older retirees regret. Keeping up with the changing laws of retirement. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 29, 202450 min

Signs You May Be Better Prepared for Retirement Than You Think

Not everyone has a million dollars saved for retirement. Yet 70% of retirees say they are doing just fine. How is that possible? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 09, 202413 min

How the Grilled Cheese Foundation is Helping Our Community

Charisse Rivers and the team at Zinnia Wealth Management are helping young people in our area with the Grilled Cheese Foundation. In this episode, Charisse talks about how it all got started and how you can get involved. Find out more about the Grilled Cheese Foundation at http://zinniawealth.com/grilled-cheese-foundation/ Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , ...

Jul 02, 20244 min

Are we on the verge of a market bubble burst? | Signs you may be better off than you think for retirement

On this week's show: Are the market nay-sayers onto something? Using dividend paying stocks. New Roth options to consider. The ups and downs of Target Date Funds. Don’t have a million? You can still have a great retirement. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jul 01, 202453 min

Your Retirement Readiness Check List

There are more people turning 65 this year than any year in history. That age kicks in some preparations you’ll need to make for retirement. Charisse walks you through Medicare, Social Security, Income, Tax, and estate planning and more. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 25, 202416 min

Our Government is thinking about eliminating the 401(k)!

The 401(k) is probably the primary way people save for retirement. Yet some say it is outdated and, in some cases, unfair. Why? And if we didn’t have it, how would we save for retirement? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 18, 202413 min

Pensions: Is taking lump sum the right call?

Charisse Rivers discusses the decision retirees face regarding their pensions. She explains the pros and cons of taking a monthly check versus a lump sum and highlights the importance of proper financial planning. She emphasizes the need to consider factors such as taxes, inflation, and the impact on surviving spouses. She advises consulting with a retirement financial planner to make an informed decision. The conversation also touches on the significance of Social Security and the importance of...

Jun 11, 20248 min

Navigating the Maze of Financial Fees in Retirement

Hidden fees are prevalent in many industries, but none more so for retirees and pre-retirees than in the financial services industry. Charisse Rivers of Zinnia Wealth Management discusses the impact of fees on your retirement accounts and the importance of understanding and managing them effectively through retirement planning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 04, 20248 min

Importance of Income Planning in Retirement | Uncovering Hidden Fees | Pensions: Is taking lump sum a good idea? | Why is Uncle Sam rooting on your 401(k)?

On this week's show: Some people are getting to retirement and finding they need more money. How Income planning can help you be better prepared. Hidden fees are prevalent in various industries, including the financial services sector, and can have a significant impact on individuals' finances. The decision to take a lump sum or a monthly check from a previous employer requires careful financial planning and consideration of long-term implications. 401(k)s are up, and Uncle Sam rooting you on. W...

Jun 01, 202452 min

In Retirement Planning, Seeing is Believing

You may think you can’t retire, but how would you know unless you do the math? At Zinnia Wealth, we think “seeing is believing.” Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 28, 20248 min

What is “sell in May and go away mean?” | Will Social Security sink like the Titanic? | Understanding your investment speed limit

On this week's show: Is it wise to take the summer off from your investments? How doing the math on your retirement can make it real. Could Social Security actually go away? They say speed kills. Can too much risk do the same thing? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 25, 202448 min

Should you buy gold at the same place you buy your mayonnaise?

Costco is selling 200 million dollars in gold bars per month. Is this a good hedge if the market goes down? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 21, 20249 min

When your advisor says, “This too shall pass.” | Should you buy gold? | What is your “side hustle” for income in retirement? | When your portfolio needs a good scrubbing

On this week's show: How do we avoid the advisor conversation of “Hang in there, it will come back.” The pros and cons of buying gold. If Social Security and your 401(k) are your main sources of retirement income, where do you look next? Time to get the Windex and rubber gloves out. What do we find when your portfolio gets a good scrubbing? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Manage...

May 18, 202453 min

Is this a good time to buy stocks? | They have found the world’s oldest living man | What is job #1 in retirement planning? | Good reasons to take Social Security early

On this week's show: Do you buy, sell, or sit tight in this market? We found the poster child for making your money last. Figuring out your paycheck in retirement. Why not take Social Security at 62? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 13, 202451 min

The Problem With: I’ll Just Work Forever and Never Retire

The largest growing segment in the workforce is now people over the age of 75. But does that mean you should keep working? What if you don’t have to and you don’t even know it? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 07, 20247 min

How some financial advisors are failing retirees | You may be shocked at what age is considered early retirement | A 401(k) plan is not a retirement plan | A strategy where you can save less and get more

On this week's show: There are things that you need in retirement that many financial advisors are not providing. Is 61 considered early retirement? Find out the average age when most people retire. Your 401(k) is an important piece of your retirement plan, but it comes up short in many ways Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube...

May 03, 202452 min

Your 401(k) Plan is NOT a Retirement Plan

Most people have a 401(k). But that is only one piece of a retirement. A full plan involves plans for investments, Social Security, taxes, estate and more. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 30, 20248 min

Splurges that are worth it in retirement

Most of us have some big dreams for retirement. But what if that dream is a budget buster? We have 4 splurges that you won’t regret in your retirement years. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 23, 20249 min

Avoiding big losses when the market turns negative | What is the average monthly spend in retirement? | Are you missing out on your share of 3.4 trillion dollars?

On this week's show: When the stock market starts to go negative, how do you avoid being victim of that downward momentum? Things that are worth spending money on. When the financial news has an agenda. 62, 66, 67, or 70? What is your Social Security strategy? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Apr 20, 202450 min
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