Retire with the Aldens

Hosted by Gary Alden

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Mar 2025

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We know we’re supposed to be getting ready for retirement, but it’s so complicated that we’re not sure how! Whether you are investing to build wealth, protect your family, or preserve your assets, Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. Listen as Gary and Chris cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!

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March 4, 20258 min

How Concert Tickets Relate to Retirement

Gary Alden shares an incredible story about a ZZ Top fan who purchased a lifetime membership to the fan club in 1984, allowing him to enjoy free concert tickets for life. This story leads to a discussion about annuities, comparing the fan's lifetime tickets to the concept of annuities that provide guaranteed income for life, such as Social Security and pensions.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 25, 20257 min

Who Should Wait to Claim Social Security at 70?

Gary Alden explains the importance of planning for Social Security benefits and the necessity of having a solid income plan for retirement. He emphasizes that delaying Social Security can lead to larger monthly benefits, provided individuals have sufficient savings and no major expenses like a mortgage.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 18, 20258 min

Timing Your Roth Conversions

Gary Alden gets into the complexities of Roth conversions and the timing of Social Security benefits. He explains the importance of strategic planning to minimize tax implications and maximize retirement income.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 11, 20257 min

Breaking Down Social Security Issues

Gary Alden gets into the intricacies of Social Security benefits, particularly focusing on divorce spousal benefits, the recent Social Security Fairness Act, and survivor benefits for those who have remarried. He highlights the importance of understanding how these benefits work and the implications of recent legislative changes on individuals' financial situations. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 4, 20256 min

Getting the Right Financial Advisor

Gary Alden discusses the critical role of financial advisors in retirement planning, and how to identify the right financial advisor. He emphasizes the importance of proactive communication, understanding fees, and the fiduciary duty of advisors to act in their clients' best interests.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 28, 20257 min

What Kind of Return Should We Expect in Retirement?

Gary Alden gets into the intricacies of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal financial needs and the realistic returns required to meet those needs. He highlights real-life examples of couples with varying savings and income needs, illustrating the challenges of achieving desired retirement income.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 21, 20259 min

Getting a Long-Term Tax Plan for Retirement

Gary Alden discusses Juan Soto's record-breaking contract with MLB and the significant tax implications that come with it. He covers the importance of tax planning for retirement, emphasizing strategies like Roth conversions and the need for careful financial planning.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 14, 20258 min

When to Inform Your Family About Your Estate

Gary Alden talks about the importance of estate planning, particularly insights from Warren Buffett on creating a will and having open discussions with family about financial wishes.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 7, 20258 min

How Social Security Changes Could Affect You

Gary Alden discusses the impending changes to Social Security, particularly the proposed increase in the retirement age and its implications for retirement income planning.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

December 31, 20248 min

Planning for the 2025 Economy

Gary Alden gives his insights on market predictions for 2025 and the necessity of long-term planning over short-term speculation. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. They have helped clients with retirement planning, personal finances, taxes, estate planning, wealth management, and so much more. Listen as Gary and Christopher cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.