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Financial Flight Plan Podcast

Financial Flight Plan Podcast

Hosted by Tim Estes

Episodes

30

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Weekly investing and financial planning guidance with Certified Financial Planners Tim Estes and Brie Reyes in Fort Worth, TX

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30 recent
August 6, 2026Episode 16318 min

The Financial Worries That Keep People Up at Night

When it comes to financial planning, everybody has something that bothers them. Today we're walking through some of the most common pain points we see and the real conversations that happen around them.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

July 16, 2026Episode 16221 min

The 5 D's of Retirement Planning

Based on a recent article from Kiplinger, there are five keys to a retirement plan that actually holds up over time. They all happen to start with the same letter- which either means it's a great framework or someone really wanted it to work out that way. Either way, the five D's are worth knowing. Read the Kiplinger article HERE.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

July 2, 2026Episode 16118 min

What Your 4th of July Traditions Can Teach You About Money

This year's Fourth of July carries a little extra weight as we celebrate 250 years of American independence, and that's worth a moment. But between the hot dogs, the parades, and the fireworks, we started thinking about how many of our favorite holiday traditions have a pretty natural financial parallel. So that's what we're doing today… and the comparisons might surprise you.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

June 18, 2026Episode 16021 min

OpenAI, SpaceX, and You — Should You Care About the IPO Boom?

SpaceX. OpenAI. These and other names have been dominating the headlines. The IPO market is heating up and clients are asking questions. Today we're keeping it simple. What do retirees and pre-retirees need to understand about IPOs before they get caught up in the excitement?   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

May 28, 2026Episode 15921 min

54 Million Workers Had No Retirement Plan. That Just Changed

There’s some big retirement news out of Washington worth understanding. President Trump recently signed an executive order aimed at expanding access to retirement savings for the tens of millions of Americans whose employers don't offer a plan. Today we're breaking down what was signed, what it means in practice, and what questions it raises for your own retirement picture.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

April 30, 2026Episode 15822 min

Why Spending in Retirement Is Harder Than It Sounds

Most retirement conversations are about saving enough. Today we're talking about the other side of that. What happens when you've saved, you're there, and you still can't bring yourself to spend it? It's more common than people admit. And it can quietly rob you of the retirement you worked so hard to build. Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

March 26, 2026Episode 15721 min

Tax Mistakes New Retirees Make

Nobody likes tax season. But for new retirees, it can come with a few unwelcome surprises. The rules have changed, the income sources have shifted, and strategies that made sense during your working years may no longer apply. Today, we're looking at some of the biggest tax mistakes retirees make, as discussed in a recent Kiplinger article, and whether these match what we see in the real world.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

February 26, 2026Episode 15618 min

Risk Tolerance: Preparing for Market Turbulence

Some people love a thunderstorm. Others panic when the clouds roll in. Today, we’re talking about risk tolerance through the lens of weather. There’s nothing wrong with having different reactions to the same events. But pretending you’re someone you’re not? That can get expensive.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

January 29, 2026Episode 15517 min

What's Changing in 2026 (And Why It Matters to Your Money)

What’s new in 2026 for retirees & pre-retirees? From Social Security and Medicare to tax breaks and retirement contributions, this year brings several updates that could quietly impact your cash flow, taxes, and savings strategy.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

December 18, 2025Episode 15428 min

What White Christmas Teaches Us About Retirement

Before you rewatch White Christmas this season, remember that buried in the songs and snowstorms are some surprisingly good retirement lessons. Let’s pull a few gems from Bing Crosby and the gang.   Important Links: Website: https://www.estesfinancial.net/ Call: 817-444-8402

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