Your Financial EKG™ | Retirement Planning | Investment and Wealth Management | Financial Planning

Hosted by Drew Blackston, Certified Retirement Counselor® Registered Financial Consultant®

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to the Your Financial EKG™ Podcast, your go-to source for expert financial planning insights, retirement strategies, and wealth-building tips. Whether you're approaching retirement, already retired, or looking to maximize your investments, this podcast delivers actionable advice on retirement income planning, tax-efficient strategies, Social Security optimization, estate planning, and long-term wealth management. **Schedule your virtual consultation, click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **

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June 10, 202610 min

I'm 50 With $150K Saved. When Can I Retire?

I'm 50 With $150K Saved. When Can I Retire?Is $150,000 enough to retire? If you're 50 years old and have $150K saved for retirement, you may be wondering whether you're on track, behind, or closer than you think.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

June 3, 202613 min

Don’t Retire Until You Understand These Expenses

Don’t Retire Until You Understand These ExpensesRetirement is about more than replacing your paycheck. Many retirees are surprised by the real costs that show up after they stop working.In this video, we break down some of the biggest retirement expenses people often underestimate, including:• Health insurance before Medicare• Medicare premiums and out of pocket costs• Inflation and rising everyday expenses• Housing and property taxes• Travel and lifestyle spending• Long term care concerns• Taxes in retirement• Emergency expenses and unexpected repairsIf you are planning to retire in the next 5 to 10 years, understanding these costs now could help you avoid major financial stress later.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

May 27, 202618 min

Retire At 60 With $225K: Where Should You Take Income From First?

Retire At 60 With $225K: Where Should You Take Income From First?If you’re retiring at 60 with around $225,000 saved, the order you take income from can make a huge difference in how long your money lasts.In this video, I walk through a practical retirement withdrawal strategy, including which accounts may make sense to tap first, how to think about taxes before Social Security and Medicare, and common mistakes that can drain retirement savings faster than expected.Retirement income planning is not just about how much you saved. It is about how efficiently you use it. **Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

May 20, 202610 min

Can I Retire at 63 With $350K?

Can I Retire at 63 With $350K?Can you really retire at 63 with $350,000 saved? In this video, we break down the real numbers behind retirement income, Social Security, healthcare costs, withdrawals, and lifestyle expectations to see what’s actually possible.Too many people think they either need millions to retire… or that $350K automatically means they’re out of options. The truth is somewhere in the middle.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

May 13, 202624 min

Why People FAIL Retirement (It’s Not What You Think)

Why People FAIL Retirement (It’s Not What You Think)Most people think retirement fails because of a bad stock markets, not saving enough for retirement, or retiring too early… but that’s usually not the real reason.In this retirement video, I break down the true causes of retirement failure—and the retirement mistakes I see over and over again as a financial planner. These are the hidden risks that can quietly derail even solid retirement plans if you’re not paying attention.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

May 6, 202612 min

Can I Retire at 62 with $400,000?!?

Can I Retire at 62 with $400,000?!?In this retirement video, we break down whether $400,000 is enough to retire at age 62, how long your retirement money may last, and the key factors that determine if early retirement is realistic. We’ll cover Social Security at 62, retirement income planning, retirement withdrawal strategies, taxes in retirement, healthcare costs before Medicare, inflation, and how much monthly income a $400k portfolio can potentially generate.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

April 29, 202627 min

How to Pay $0 in Taxes During Retirement

How to Pay $0 in Taxes During RetirementAre you paying more taxes in retirement than you need to?In this video, I break down the strategies that can help retirees legally reduce — and in some cases eliminate — taxes on retirement income. We’ll talk about how different income sources are taxed, including Social Security, IRAs, 401(k)s, Roth accounts, dividends, and brokerage accounts.How to Pay $0 in Taxes During Retirement**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

April 22, 202632 min

Retiring at 60…Here’s What It Really Takes

If you’re aiming to retire at 60, the question isn’t just “Can I Retire?” — it’s “What will it actually take to make it work?”In this video, I break down the key factors that determine whether retiring at 60 is realistic.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

April 15, 202613 min

55 With $150K… Are You Closer to Retirement Than You Think?

55 With $150K… Are You Closer to Retirement Than You Think?If you’re 55 years old with $150,000 saved for retirement, you might be wondering… am I behind, or do I still have a shot?The truth is, retirement isn’t just about how much you’ve saved—it’s about how you plan.**Free Book 📕 Download: Can I Really Retire?!?:** 📊https://pearlwealthgroup.com/ **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌

April 8, 202617 min

How to Retire at 60 With ONLY $200K (Is It Possible?)

How to Retire at 60 With ONLY $200K (Is It Possible?)Is it really possible to retire at 60 with just $200,000 saved?In this video, we break down what retirement would actually look like with $200K—what income it could generate, the biggest risks most people overlook, and the key decisions that determine whether this is realistic or not.We’ll cover:• How much monthly income $200K can actually produce• The biggest mistake people make when estimating retirement needs• What expenses must be controlled for this plan to work• Alternative strategies to stretch your savings further• When working longer vs. retiring early really makes senseIf you’re approaching retirement and wondering “do I have enough?”, this video will give you a clear, honest framework to think through your next steps.**Schedule your free virtual consultation 😊 , click here: https://pearlwealthgroup.com/contact/ or use our calendar link: https://calendly.com/pearlwealthgroup/discoverycall **❌ **Please make sure you talk with your CPA, Financial Advisor, Retirement Planner, or Investment Advisor Representative, before implementing any content from this channel. All videos are for informational and educational purposes only. None of the content, comments, responses, information, or any other item on this channel constitutes financial advice or recommendations. Please call Pearl Wealth Group at 813-807-5060 to go through your Retirement Income, Retirement Investments, or Retirement Plan in more detail.** ❌