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Strategic Planning Podcast

Strategic Planning Podcast

Hosted by Mike Flanders

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Episodes

175

Latest episode

Jul 2026

Language

EN

About the show

Financial and retirement planning guidance from Mike Flanders of the Strategic Planning Corporation in Colfax, NC. We’ll strive to make sure you have a clear view of all the issues that impact your decisions so that you’re prepared for your financial future.

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August 13, 2026Episode 17513 min

Why People Keep Working In Their Retirement Years

More people in their 60s and 70s are staying on the job than ever before, and it's not always about the money. Let's dig into the real reasons retirees keep showing up to work.   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

July 23, 2026Episode 17415 min

The National Park Guide to Retirement Planning

Whether you're visiting one of the 63 national parks this summer or just hitting a local trail, a lot of the best practices for a great hike apply just as well to your retirement plan. Let's “walk” through a few.   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

July 9, 2026Episode 17313 min

The 4% Rule vs. the 8% Rule: What's the Right Withdrawal Rate for You?

Dave Ramsey has built one of the most recognized brands in personal finance. Millions of people have followed his advice out of debt and into savings. But when it comes to how much you should pull from your retirement accounts each year, Ramsey takes a position that some financial professionals find hard to get behind. Today we're breaking it down: what he says, what the research says, and what your advisor actually thinks. Ramsey’s 8% Retirement Rule Sounds Nuts At First Article Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

June 25, 2026Episode 17214 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.   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

June 11, 2026Episode 17114 min

Maverick, Goose, and the Financial Danger Zone

It's summer — and nothing says summer quite like Tom Cruise as Maverick soaring across the sky in Top Gun. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the original film, and with Tom Cruise's birthday on July 3rd, we figured it was the perfect excuse to revisit some of the most iconic quotes from the franchise and see what they have to say about your financial life.   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

May 28, 2026Episode 17014 min

Bigger Pension Now… or Security Later?

When retirement is around the corner, some of the biggest decisions aren’t about when to retire; they’re about how income continues if one spouse is gone. Pension options can look straightforward on paper, but the tradeoffs behind them are anything but. Today, we’re walking through a listener question that highlights a common decision couples face. Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

May 14, 2026Episode 16916 min

Three Questions From People Thinking About Retiring In 2026

We're doing something a little different today. Three listeners wrote in with variations of the same question- am I ready to retire in 2026? Same question, three very different situations, three very different answers.     Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

April 23, 2026Episode 16819 min

You've Managed Your Own Money Successfully - Why Would You Need an Advisor Now?

We heard from a listener who has managed their own money for years and done well. So why would they need an advisor now that retirement is around the corner?   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

April 9, 2026Episode 16717 min

A New Proposal Might Cap Your Social Security Payments

A new proposal out of Washington is adding a fresh angle to the Social Security solvency debate. Today, we're breaking down what's proposed, if it might cost you money in the future, and what questions it raises for anyone planning around Social Security right now.   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

March 19, 2026Episode 16616 min

Mailbag: Extra Cash, Early Retirement Health Insurance & Retirement Taxes

This week on Strategic Planning, the team answers listener questions about smart financial decisions as retirement approaches. They discuss what to do with extra cash flow after paying off your mortgage, options for covering health insurance if you retire before Medicare eligibility, and how taxes work when withdrawing money from retirement accounts. Tune in for practical insights to help you think through these common retirement planning challenges.   Show Links & Info: SPC Investing: http://spcinvesting.com/   Schedule A Visit: https://talkstomike.com/

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