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Clear Skies Retirement

Clear Skies Retirement

Written by: Jay Kirkwood
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Welcome to "Clear Skies Retirement," the podcast dedicated to guiding you through the unpredictable journey of retirement planning.

Whether you're approaching retirement or already adjusting to its reality, "Clear Skies Retirement" helps you manage your finances to ensure a stable, secure, and fulfilling future. From investment strategies and savings tips to tax planning and estate management, we cover all aspects of financial stability in your golden years.

Join us every week as we tackle the toughest challenges facing retirees and answer your burning questions about retirement. No matter the turbulence in the markets or changes in regulations, with "Clear Skies Retirement," you’re never flying solo. Get ready to turn your retirement goals into your everyday reality. Subscribe now to step confidently into a future of clear skies!

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2026 Secure Financial Management Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • Beyond the Mag 7: Navigating the 2026 Market Shift

    Beyond the Mag 7: Navigating the 2026 Market Shift
    Feb 17 2026

    Is your retirement strategy resting on a "Magnificent Seven" house of cards, or is it built for the long haul? Jay Kirkwood breaks down the shifting market breadth of 2026 and why the 4% rule might be a recipe for disaster in volatile cycles. From the emotional "memory dividends" of family time to the logistical hurdles of downsizing in a high-cost housing market, this episode explores what money is actually for. Discover how to prioritize health over headers and why a flexible "stair-step" spending plan beats rigid, outdated formulas every time.

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    To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to www.retire210.com

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    24 mins
  • The Downsizing Dilemma: When Your Smaller House Costs More Than the Original

    The Downsizing Dilemma: When Your Smaller House Costs More Than the Original
    Feb 10 2026

    What if the "tried and true" 4% rule is actually a fast track to running out of money in retirement? In this episode of Clear Skies Retirement, Jay Kirkwood breaks down why traditional math often fails when it meets the reality of market volatility and shifting economic trends. We explore the transition from a tech-heavy market to a broader economy, the hidden costs of downsizing your home, and why "memory dividends" should be your new favorite investment. Join us to discover how to build a plan that prioritizes your time, health, and legacy over simple spreadsheets.

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    Check out our YouTube page for more retirement tips from Jay!

    To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to www.retire210.com

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    24 mins
  • The Retirement Tax Trap: Why Being a "Good Saver" Could Cost You

    The Retirement Tax Trap: Why Being a "Good Saver" Could Cost You
    Feb 3 2026

    You’ve climbed the retirement mountain and saved your millions, but is the IRS waiting at the peak to take a massive cut? In this episode of Clear Skies Retirement, Jay Kirkwood of Secure Financial Management explores the "two-sided coin" of income and tax management. Learn why high savings can lead to higher Medicare premiums and taxed Social Security if not handled with precision. From the risks of using 401ks for home down payments to the truth about target date funds and annuities, Jay reveals how to navigate complex distribution rules before time runs out.

    Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode!

    Check out our YouTube page for more retirement tips from Jay!

    To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to www.retire210.com

    Follow us on Facebook!

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    23 mins
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