The Retirement Paycheck Show
Tune in each week as Steve Standley from Standley Financial Group brings you clear, practical retirement planning tips and advice on demand!
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Dolly Parton: The Difference Between Leaving an Inheritance and Leaving a Legacy (opens the original)
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Your estate may transfer assets, but will it pass along the values and lessons that matter most? In this episode, Steve Standley explores the difference between inheritance and legacy, using the life and impact of Dolly Parton as an example of how generosity can leave a lasting mark. Steve discusses the importance of family conversations, estate planning, charitable giving, beneficiary designations, and making sure your financial plan reflects your intentions. Learn why passing on your story, va
Can Your Retirement Plan Afford the Life You Want to Live? (opens the original)
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What’s the point of saving for retirement if you’re afraid to enjoy it? In this episode, Steve Standley discusses one of the biggest challenges retirees face: shifting from a lifetime of saving to spending. He explores four areas many retirees value most, including health, family, travel, and charitable giving, and explains why a well-built retirement plan can help answer an important question: “Can I afford this?” Steve shares real-world examples of retirees who struggled to spend money despite
What If Your Neighbor’s Retirement Plan Is a Bad Fit for You? (opens the original)
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What if the biggest mistake in retirement has nothing to do with the market and everything to do with comparing yourself to someone else? In this episode, Steve Standley explains why confident retirement planning starts with your unique goals, income needs, and comfort with risk—not your neighbor’s investment returns. He discusses the growing focus on lifetime income, the role different income strategies can play in retirement, and why keeping up with someone else’s financial decisions can lead
Retirement Isn’t One Big Decision—It’s Hundreds of Small Ones (opens the original)
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The biggest retirement mistakes often aren’t the big decisions—they’re the dozens of small ones that quietly add up over time. In this episode, Steve Standley explains why retirement planning is more like flying an airplane than making a single choice. From vacations and home projects to taxes, Social Security, and income planning, every decision can influence the next. Steve discusses the difference between having an asset plan and an income plan, why the difference matters in retirement, and h
Have You Built Your Financial Ark Before the Storm? (opens the original)
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The best time to prepare for a market downturn is often when everything seems to be going right. In this episode, Steve Standley explains why strong markets can create a false sense of security and why retirees should stress test their plans before challenges arise. He discusses the impact of inflation, healthcare costs, long-term care expenses, longevity risk, and market volatility on retirement income. Steve also explores the importance of removing emotion from investment decisions and having
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