Episode 108: "The Giving Season & Your Retirement: A Year-End Financial Reality Check"

It’s the giving season, but are you giving the right way for your retirement?In this episode, we discuss charitable giving through a retirement lens and reflect on the key financial events of the year that continue to shape retirement planning. From smart ways to give, to inflation, government uncertainty, and the real questions people ask about retiring, this is a practical and thoughtful year-end reality check for retirees and those nearing retirement.Chapters00:00 IntroThe Giving Season01:30 Why Give?05:30 How to Give10:20 What to Give11:50 Who to GiveYear In Review – Financial Impact on Retirement14:35 Tariffs16:00 Inflation19:10 The Government Shutdown22:25 The One Big Beautiful BillThe Strange Things People Ask (are they so strange?)31:40 How often do people ask if they can retire NOW?35:55 How often do people ask for direction & don’t implement?38:00 How often does a person cry?39:45 How often do people come into large amounts of money?Listener Questions43:40 If I have enough money and saved a lot, do I really need an advisor?47:30 How do I convince my spouse to be riskier in investing?Ready to plan your retirement? Do you have specific questions for Tom and the team at Mosley Wealth Management? Contact us here   https://mosleywealthmanagement.com/contact/ ===================================================If you enjoy this content, please 𝐒𝐔𝐁𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐈𝐁𝐄! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPMvD3G1cZA1Kz4CKnwynhA?sub_confirmation=1=================================================== ⭐ 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐔𝐒 𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐎𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀⭐ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mosleyeaseintoretirement- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/easeintoretirement/- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mosley-wealth-managementLearn the key components you need to include in your retirement plan:Check this video out: https://youtu.be/QkJzvbZ_gDs#RetirementPlanning #RetirementRisks #RetirementBlueprint #LongevityRisk #MarketRisk #TaxPlanning #LongTermCare #Social Security#Retirement #RetirementReady #FinanicalAdvisors #RetirementSavings #Retirement #HowtoPrepareforRetirement #RetirementTips #RetirementStrategyDISCLOSURE: Investment advisory services offered by duly registered individuals through Mosley Wealth Management, Inc. (“MWM”). MWM and Mosley Insurance and Financial Services are affiliated companies by common ownership. License # 0K76766 Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Any references to protection, safety, or lifetime income, generally referred to fixed insurance products, never securities or investments. Insurance guarantees are backed by the financial strength claims paying abilities of the issuing carrier. This content is intended for informational & educational purposes only. It is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the needs of an individual situation. All hypothetical examples are provided for illustrative purposes only; they do not represent real life scenarios. Mosley Insurance & Financial Services nor its agents or representatives may not give tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult with a qualified professional for guidance before making any investment decisions. Our firm is not affiliated with or endorsed by the US government or any governmental agency. Some of the information provided may be from one or more third parties which we believe to be reliable sources, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed by Mosley Insurance & Financial Services.For more information, visit: www.mosleywealthmanagement.com