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At Golden Years Financial, Mark Cordner and his team help Boomers transition into the “Third Age” (or chapter) of their lives, a time of increased personal meaning, self-realization, and success.Whether you're nearing retirement or already retired, "Golden Years" is your…
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Is Retirement About Growth or Safety? The Debate That Changes Everything (opens the original)
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Is retirement planning about chasing returns, or protecting your future from the risks no one sees coming? Mark Cordner tackles the debate over annuities, explains the difference between “probability-first” and “safety-first” retirement philosophies, and shares why healthcare and long-term care costs deserve a central place in every retirement plan. The conversation also explores a frequently overlooked retirement challenge: finding purpose after leaving the workforce and creating a meaningful l
Rising Rates, Falling Confidence: Should Retirees Be Worried? (opens the original)
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Are rising interest rates really a threat to your retirement, or just another scary headline? Mark Cordner breaks down what higher Treasury yields and inflation mean for retirees, why reacting to market noise can do more harm than good, and how a diversified “two-pocket” strategy can help manage uncertainty. He also explores a surprising retirement challenge: savers who struggle to spend the money they’ve worked so hard to accumulate. Learn why retirement planning is about managing risk, creatin
Before You Move for Retirement, Ask Yourself This One Question (opens the original)
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Would moving to a cheaper town actually improve your retirement, or could it cost you more than you expect? On this episode, Mark Cordner explores the hidden factors behind retirement relocation, including healthcare access, taxes, family support, and quality of life. The conversation also dives into long-term care planning, the emotional and financial impact on caregivers, balancing spending with saving, creating income strategies for retirement, and understanding how emotions can influence inv
Why Age 59½ Could Change Your Retirement Strategy (opens the original)
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Could waiting too long to make a retirement move cost more than you realize? On this episode, Mark Cordner explains why Roth conversions are not one-size-fits-all, how timing can affect long-term tax outcomes, and why age 59½ creates new planning opportunities for retirement accounts. The conversation also explores early retirement buyouts, healthcare considerations, and the value of having a personalized retirement roadmap that looks beyond investment returns to taxes, income, and long-term fin
The Retirement Income Secret: Why Monthly Checks Change Everything (opens the original)
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Why do retirees spend money more confidently when it arrives as income instead of sitting in an investment account? This episode explores the powerful connection between guaranteed income, retirement confidence, and financial decision-making. Mark Cordner discusses annuities, Social Security, and the mindset shift required when moving from saving for retirement to living in retirement. The conversation also covers financial literacy, the risks of carrying student loan debt into retirement, and w
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