In this episode of Financial Safari, Coach Pete are joined by Mike Milligan, founder of One Oak Financial and host of the One-of-a-Kind Financial Show, for a conversation about why dependable income may be the most valuable asset in retirement. They discuss the importance of giving every dollar a purpose, creating a written income plan, and replacing uncertainty with a reliable monthly paycheck.

The conversation also examines hidden advisory fees, “financial termites,” taxes, inflation, annuities, and the limitations of relying on investment accounts and Monte Carlo projections alone. Mike and Coach Pete explain why retirement planning should begin with the life you want to live—and then build an income strategy designed to support it regardless of what happens in the market.

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In this episode of Financial Safari, Coach Pete are joined by retirement-income expert and bestselling author Tom Hegna for a conversation about building a retirement designed to provide both security and enjoyment. Tom explains the difference between “paychecks” for essential expenses and “playchecks” for travel, hobbies, and other experiences—and why retirement planning requires a different approach than simply accumulating investments.

The discussion explores guaranteed lifetime income, Roth conversions, future tax risk, cash-value life insurance, long-term-care protection, and transferring wealth to future generations. Tom also explains the “retirement smile,” why spending often changes throughout retirement, and how a dependable income strategy may give lifelong savers the confidence to enjoy the money they worked so hard to build.

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In this episode of Financial Safari, Coach Pete discuss how to prepare for retirement with a written plan instead of relying on market performance and guesswork. The conversation explores the dangers of concentrated company stock, excessive risk, hidden fees, non-traded REITs, and other “financial termites” that can quietly weaken a retirement portfolio.

Coach Pete also introduces his 90-day approach to preparing for Retirement Day and explains how a “core and explore” strategy can balance protected income with opportunities for continued growth. From preparing for an unexpected early retirement to accounting for inflation and creating a dependable monthly paycheck, this episode offers practical ideas for reaching retirement with greater confidence, clarity, and financial freedom.

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Many people approaching retirement wonder whether they've saved enough, but the better question may be how to turn those savings into dependable income throughout retirement. In this episode, Coach Pete explains the difference between simply accumulating assets and creating a retirement paycheck designed to support long-term financial confidence.

The discussion covers retirement income planning, common mistakes investors make when markets become volatile, considerations for federal employees using the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), Roth conversion strategies, tax planning for retirees and business owners, and concerns surrounding non-traded REITs. Throughout the conversation, the emphasis remains on developing a written retirement plan that aligns investments, income needs, and long-term goals rather than relying on hope or market performance alone.

Whether you're several years from retirement or preparing to retire soon, this episode offers practical planning concepts to help you make more informed financial decisions.

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In this episode of Financial Safari, Coach Pete and the team discuss how retirees can make more confident decisions by understanding the fine print before they buy, borrow, invest, or start drawing income. From big purchases and hidden fees to market risk and rollover mistakes, the conversation highlights the importance of having a written retirement plan instead of relying on guesswork.

“Financial termites” — the hidden costs, fees, taxes, and risks that can quietly eat away at retirement savings. The episode covers income planning, risk versus safety, bucket strategies, and why the money you have saved is not always the same as the money you can safely spend.

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In this episode, Coach Pete walks through the key questions families should answer before retirement, especially when it comes to protecting a spouse, creating reliable income, planning for the home, managing taxes, and leaving a clear legacy. The conversation focuses on turning uncertainty into a written plan that helps loved ones avoid confusion during difficult seasons.

Listeners will hear practical guidance on life insurance, survivor income, Social Security decisions, long-term care, housing costs, required minimum distributions, charitable giving, estate documents, beneficiary forms, and family communication. The episode emphasizes that retirement planning is not just about saving money. It is about making sure income, taxes, health care, housing, and legacy decisions all work together to protect the people you love.

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This episode features a lively discussion on retirement planning, the importance of lifetime income, and strategies to secure financial stability in retirement. Experts share insights on market trends, inflation, and practical steps to avoid common pitfalls.

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Coach Pete is joined by tax strategist and entrepreneur Alan Grissom for a conversation about indexing, tax strategy, and how technology is changing the way investors manage money. Alan explains the role of indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average, why passive strategies often outperform active management, and how direct indexing can give investors more control over their portfolios. The discussion also takes a historical detour through railroads, Wall Street, and Cornelius Vanderbilt to show how markets and wealth-building have evolved over time. From there, the episode digs into tax loss harvesting and how selling gains alongside offsetting losses may help reduce taxable exposure. For listeners looking to keep more of what they have earned, this episode offers a practical look at tax-aware investing strategies that were once mostly available to the ultra-wealthy.

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Retirement is not just about how much you have saved; it is about turning those savings into reliable income. In this episode, Coach Pete, Thomas, Morgan, and Carrie talk about the emotional shift from receiving a paycheck to creating one yourself. The conversation touches on AI, scams, 401(k) savings, pensions, market losses, and why retirement planning requires more than simply hoping your investments cooperate. Coach Pete explains why timing matters, how sequence-of-returns risk can affect retirees, and why having a paycheck plan can help reduce stress. The episode also explores taxes, Roth strategies, and the importance of building a retirement plan that gives you confidence instead of guesswork.

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