Most people don’t go broke in retirement because of bad investments, it’s because they never built a solid financial foundation to begin with.
In this episode, Ben Fuchs and Alex Cal get back to the basics of financial planning, discussing savings rates, budgeting, investing discipline, and what it really takes to avoid running out of money later in life.
Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out is a retirement and financial planning podcast hosted by Ben Fuchs, CFP®, CPWA®, founder of Fuchs Financial, and Alex Cal, CFP®, CPFA®.
The podcast covers the full spectrum of financial and retirement topics, including:
Retirement Income Planning – How to create sustainable income streams that last a lifetime.
Investment Strategy & Market Insights – Structuring portfolios to weather volatility and market downturns.
Tax Planning & Roth Conversions – Smart strategies to minimize taxes before and during retirement.
Social Security & Medicare – Guidance on when to claim Social Security benefits and how to navigate Medicare enrollment.
Wealth Management & Estate Planning – Protecting, preserving, and passing on wealth effectively.
Healthcare & Long-Term Care Costs – Preparing for one of the most underestimated retirement expenses.
Listeners can tune in for both educational episodes that break down complex financial topics and real-world examples that lead to discussions that highlight different planning strategies and their potential outcomes. Each episode is designed to be straightforward, easy to understand, and directly applicable to individuals and families planning for retirement.
As part of the Fuchs Financial commitment to “Planning Without Pressure,” the show provides actionable takeaways and encourages listeners to think about their own goals, risks, and opportunities. Whether you are nearing retirement, already retired, or just beginning to plan, Fuchs Around & Cal Them Out helps you take control of your financial future.
You can listen to the latest episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and other major podcast platforms with new episodes airing every Tuesday at 6am.
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