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Retirement Pathfinder with Barbara Lane & Phil Guske

Retirement Pathfinder with Barbara Lane & Phil Guske

Hosted by Barbara Lane and Phil Guske

Episodes

188

Latest episode

Jun 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Financial and retirement planning guidance from Rockford’s Barbara Lane & Phil Guske of Pathfinder Wealth Management.

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June 4, 2026Episode 1884 min

Retirement Risks Beyond the Market

A closer look at why retirees and pre-retirees may need to rethink company stock exposure, cash holdings, and long-term investment strategy in today’s economy.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

May 21, 2026Episode 1874 min

Why Retirement Confidence Can Collapse Without a Clear Income Plan

As retirement approaches, some workers discover too late that savings alone may not be enough to maintain their lifestyle or recover from market downturns. Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

May 7, 2026Episode 1864 min

Retirement Planning Challenges: Inflation, Risk Levels, and Too Many Accounts

Why rising costs, hidden investment risk, and overly complex portfolios could impact your retirement income- and what to watch for now.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

April 16, 2026Episode 1853 min

Should You Take Your Pension as a Lump Sum?

With underfunded plans and company closures always being a risk, retirees may be better off controlling their own retirement funds rather than relying on a traditional pension. Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

April 2, 2026Episode 1844 min

When Your Will Isn’t Enough

As retirement approaches, overlooked paperwork and poorly timed property transfers could undo years of financial planning and create unexpected problems for your heirs. Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

March 19, 2026Episode 1834 min

The Cost of Waiting: How Delayed Planning Can Shrink Your Retirement Security

Let's discuss why waiting too long, underestimating rising costs, and worrying about the wrong risks could quietly derail your retirement plans.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

March 5, 2026Episode 1824 min

Retirement Planning Moves to Know: 401(k) Rollovers, Real Estate in IRAs, and the Power of Roth Accounts

What retirees and pre-retirees should understand about moving a 401(k), investing through an IRA, and why Roth accounts continue to stand out for tax-free growth.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

February 19, 2026Episode 1813 min

Rising Costs and Planning Ahead: Key Steps for Retirement and Long-Term Care

As more retirees face high long-term care expenses and complex estate decisions, planning ahead can protect both your finances and your family’s future.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

February 5, 2026Episode 1804 min

Why Trying to Time the Market Can Hurt Retirement Savings When Volatility Hits

As market swings fuel anxiety among retirees, a closer look at history reveals why reacting to headlines and trying to jump in and out of the market often leads to costly mistakes.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

January 15, 2026Episode 1794 min

Why Market Timing, Bond Shifts, and Dropping Life Insurance Could Backfire in Retirement

Many retirees rely on strategies they believe are safe, but new insights reveal how market timing, long-term bonds, and canceling life insurance may create more risk than protection.   Important Links: Pathfinder Wealth Management: http://pathfinderadvisory.com/ Schedule a 15-minute Consult: http://PathfinderChat.com Buy the book, Roadmap For A Stress-Free Retirement: https://amzn.to/4gwy7uG Find Out Your Tax Bill: https://whatismytaxbill.com/

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