Retirement Strategies Radio

The markets have tumbled in reaction to the coronavirus, and Wall Street responded by halting trades TWICE this week! Something that hasn’t occurred since 2008. Darrell breaks down the impact this volatility has on those over age 55, how to relieve some panic, and why the stock market shouldn’t dictate your retirement.

When there’s volatility in the stock market, it’s normal for you to feel a bit uneasy… But that doesn’t mean you should react instantly based on that emotion. Darrell explains how to navigate your 401(k) and other investments during volatile times when you’re 55 or older.   

To celebrate The Doobie Brothers being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and their 50th anniversary tour, we’re revisiting a conversation Darrell had with Patrick Simmons and Michael McDonald a while back. 

Because we’re living longer, some argue that Boomers should be investing like Millennials to accumulate more money. Darrell disagrees and explains how there’s nothing wrong with those over 55 having some money in equities, but how and why it needs to be properly balanced with an efficient, and consistent income plan for the future.

As Baby Boomers, we have a lot to learn from Millennials when it comes to technology and social media. Does that mean it’s a good idea to invest like a Millennial too? Greg & Kristin explain that when you’re over 55 there's nothing wrong with having some money in growth stocks, but how it should be balanced with an efficient and consistent income plan for the future.  

According to CreditCards.com, over a quarter of adults feel “financial infidelity” is worse than an affair! Darrell explains why it’s vitally important that spouses be on the same page about all aspects of money. He also points out that many of us don’t realize what fees we’re truly paying for some of our investments, and more importantly how to uncover that for yourself.

According to CreditCards.com, over a quarter of adults feel “financial infidelity” is worse than an affair! Darrell explains why it’s vitally important that spouses be on the same page about all aspects of money. He also points out that many of us don’t realize what fees we’re truly paying for some of our investments, and more importantly how to uncover that for yourself.

According to GoBankingRates.com, if you’ve been saving consistently since your early 20’s… Nebraskan’s can reasonably expect to retire at age 54, with a nest egg of $758,320. Darrell has been a financial advisor for over 30 years, and he gladly and quickly explains why this study isn’t true for Nebraska or any other state.

From The Red Rocker’s home studio in California, Darrell sits down with Sammy Hagar… A rock n’ roll hall of famer who’s enjoyed successful careers as a solo artist and as a member of several bands, most notably as Van Halen’s front man from 1985 – 1996. They talk about music, his various thriving businesses, and how Sammy feels “retirement” is a bad word. Plus, you’ll never believe the live jam session that happens at the end!

Darrell sits down with the iconic Dolly Parton in Nashville, TN. They discuss how she has the energy to work as hard as she does in her 70’s, her passion for helping others, and her Imagination Library. Since Dolly has been a trendsetter since the 60’s, Darrell asks her advice for how folks should approach their time and energy during their retirement years.