Cortburg Speaks Retirement

Hosted by Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC®

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Oct 2026

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Tune in every Wednesday to "Cortburg Speaks Retirement," your go-to podcast for the latest insights on investing, financial planning, and retirement strategies! Join Certified Retirement Counselor, Miguel Gonzalez, as he delves into timely investment topics, offers expert advice on money management, and addresses common concerns about navigating the stock market.

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October 28, 2026Episode 3154 min

The Hidden Costs of Monthly Payments: What You Really Pay

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez explains five important factors to consider before taking on a new monthly payment. From interest rates and loan terms to hidden expenses and financial trade-offs, understanding the true cost of financing can help you make more informed decisions about major purchases, including cars, home improvements, and other large expenses. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. #MonthlyPayments #CostOfBorrowing #FinancialPlanning #PersonalFinance #LoanInterest #InterestRates #DebtManagement #Budgeting #FinancialWellness #MoneyManagement #Financing #CarLoans #LoanPayments #FinancialDecisions #SmartMoneyMoves #FinancialEducation #MoneyHabits #Cortburg #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

October 14, 2026Episode 3144 min

What Happens to Your 401(k) When You Retire? 5 Things to Know

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez explains five important things to understand about your 401(k) after retirement, including your account options, potential tax consequences, investment decisions, and how your retirement savings can become part of your overall retirement income strategy. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. #401k #401kRetirement #401kRollover #RetirementPlanning #RetirementIncome #RetirementSavings #IRA #RetirementWithdrawals #RetirementTaxes #RetiringSoon #FinancialPlanning #InvestmentPlanning #RetirementStrategy #401kWithdrawal #PersonalFinance #FinancialEducation #WealthManagement #Cortburg #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

October 14, 2026Episode 3134 min

How Much of Your Income Should Go Toward Housing?

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses five factors to consider when evaluating housing affordability, including total housing costs, take-home pay, existing debt, financial goals, and household expenses. Understanding how housing fits into your overall budget can help you make more informed financial decisions. #HousingAffordability #HousingCosts #MortgagePayment #RentBudget #CostOfLiving #PersonalFinance #FinancialPlanning #Budgeting #Homeownership #RentVsBuy #MoneyManagement #FinancialWellness #DebtManagement #FinancialGoals #HouseholdBudget #FinancialEducation #MoneyHabits #Cortburg #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

October 5, 2026Episode 3124 min

5 Retirement Expenses People Underestimate

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses five retirement expenses people often underestimate, including healthcare, home maintenance, travel and entertainment, helping family members, and the long-term impact of inflation. Considering these costs ahead of time can help create a more realistic retirement budget. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. #RetirementExpenses #RetirementPlanning #RetirementBudget #RetirementCosts #RetirementIncome #HealthcareCosts #Inflation #RetirementLifestyle #FinancialPlanning #RetirementSavings #PlanningForRetirement #PersonalFinance #FinancialWellness #MoneyManagement #FinancialEducation #RetirementGoals #WealthManagement #Cortburg #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

September 23, 2026Episode 3104 min

5 Money Moves to Make Before the End of the Year

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez shares five money moves to consider before the end of the year, including reviewing financial goals, retirement contributions, beneficiaries, important documents, and your overall financial picture. A few simple steps now can help you start the new year feeling more organized and prepared. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

September 16, 2026Episode 3094 min

The Hidden Costs of Keeping Too Much Cash

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses the potential hidden costs of holding excess cash, including inflation, lost purchasing power, missed opportunities, and the impact on long-term financial goals. He also explains why finding the right balance between liquidity and long-term planning is so important. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

September 9, 2026Episode 3084 min

Best 5 Financial Habits That Can Make Tax Season Easier

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez shares five habits that can help make tax season easier—from organizing financial documents and tracking major life changes to keeping charitable giving records and meeting with financial and tax professionals before year-end. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families with retirement income planning, investment strategies, and personalized retirement plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique financial planning firm focused on helping clients prepare for every stage of their financial lives. #TaxSeason #TaxPreparation #TaxPlanning #FinancialPlanning #PersonalFinance #FinancialOrganization #MoneyManagement #FinancialWellness #TaxTips #FinancialDocuments #MoneyHabits #YearEndPlanning #CharitableGiving #FinancialEducation #RetirementPlanning #WealthManagement #SmartMoneyMoves #Cortburg #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez 📘 Facebook — Video Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

September 2, 2026Episode 3074 min

Should You Save More, Invest More, or Pay Off Debt?

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses how emergency savings, interest rates, debt, long-term goals, and changing financial priorities can help determine where your extra money should go. He also explains why the answer doesn't always have to be all-or-nothing. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. #SaveOrInvest #PayOffDebt #FinancialPlanning #PersonalFinance #SavingMoney #Investing #DebtManagement #EmergencySavings #MoneyManagement #FinancialWellness #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez #RetirementPlanning #FinancialGoals #MoneyHabits #FinancialEducation #DebtFree #InvestingForBeginners #FinancialConfidence #SmartMoneyMoves Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

August 26, 2026Episode 3064 min

Financial Emergency File: 6 Things Every Adult Should Have

In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez explains six things every adult should consider including in a financial emergency file—from a list of financial accounts and insurance policies to estate planning documents, recurring bills, professional contacts, and secure digital access information. Taking the time to organize these essentials now can make important financial information much easier to locate when it's needed most. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families with retirement income planning, investment strategies, and personalized retirement plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique financial planning firm focused on helping clients prepare for every stage of their financial lives. https://www.cortburgretirement.com/ https://cortburg.buzzsprout.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@cortburgretirementadvisors https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez https://www.facebook.com/cortburginc #FinancialEmergency #EmergencyPlanning #FinancialPlanning #FinancialChecklist #PersonalFinance #EstatePlanning #FinancialOrganization #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez #RetirementPlanning #FinancialWellness #MoneyManagement #EmergencyPreparedness #FinancialDocuments #FamilyFinances #EstateDocuments #FinancialAccounts #FinancialEducation #WealthManagement #MoneyTips Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

August 19, 2026Episode 3055 min

5 Beneficiary Mistakes That Could Cost Your Family

Reviewing your beneficiary designations may take just a few minutes—but overlooking them could have lasting consequences. In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses some of the most common beneficiary mistakes people make, including failing to update beneficiaries after major life events, relying solely on a will, overlooking contingent beneficiaries, forgetting old retirement accounts, and assuming beneficiary reviews are a one-time task. Learn why periodic reviews are an important part of keeping your financial plan up to date. Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity. #Beneficiaries #EstatePlanning #FinancialPlanning #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez #RetirementPlanning #PersonalFinance #FinancialWellness #LegacyPlanning #LifeInsurance #401k #IRA #FinancialEducation #MoneyManagement #WealthManagement #FinancialChecklist #EstatePlan #FinancialOrganization #SmartMoneyMoves #FinancialConfidence Welcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube-> https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORS Facebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgInc Twitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgInc LinkedIn-> https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/ Website: www.CortburgRetirement.com Email: Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

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