The Savvy Investor Podcast

Think taking Social Security early is always the smartest move? Think again. In this episode, Mike Canet breaks down why Social Security claiming strategies are far more personal than most people realize. From life expectancy and income needs to legacy goals, taxes, Roth conversions, and pension decisions, Mike explains why there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Using real-wor...

Your retirement calculator says you're on track, but what if it's missing the factors that matter most? This episode explores the limitations of online retirement calculators, AI tools, and probability-based projections that can make retirement readiness seem simpler than it is. Ryan Herbert and Lawrence Kiely discuss how market timing, taxes, income planning, inflation, life...

A larger Social Security benefit sounds appealing, but what if waiting means sacrificing some of your best retirement years? Ryan Herbert and Katherine Groce explore the factors that go into deciding when to claim Social Security, including longevity, cash flow needs, portfolio withdrawals, taxes, and lifestyle goals. They discuss why the “best” claiming age is different for ...

You’ve spent decades building your retirement savings—but do you know how that money will turn into a paycheck? Catherine Gross discusses why income planning is one of the most important parts of retirement and why many retirees focus on saving without preparing for the distribution phase. The conversation explores Social Security, pensions, 401(k)s, protected income strategi...

Are you planning for a longer life—or unintentionally planning to run out of money too soon? Mike Canet and Ryan Herbert explore the growing impact of longevity on retirement planning and the balance between spending and saving. The discussion highlights common fears around outliving assets, underspending in early retirement, and navigating income strategies through changing ...