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Retirement Approved with Matt Paul & Steve Paul

Retirement Approved with Matt Paul & Steve Paul

Written by: Matt Paul & Steve Paul
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Welcome to "Retirement Approved," the go-to podcast for anyone looking to secure their financial future. Hosted by Matt Paul and Steve Paul, Certified Financial Planners (CFP®) at RW Paul & Associates in Novi, Michigan, this show is your ultimate guide to understanding and preparing for retirement. Join us as we delve into the essentials of retirement planning. With their extensive knowledge and experience, Matt and Steve will help you evaluate how prepared you are for retirement, identify any gaps in your current plans, and provide you with the crucial information and education you need for a financially secure future. "Retirement Approved" isn't just about planning; it's about getting you retirement-ready. Whether you're early in your career, nearing retirement, or already retired, our discussions are tailored to help listeners at any stage. We'll cover a range of topics, from investment strategies to retirement income planning, ensuring you're well-equipped to make informed decisions. And it's not just about the what and the when; it's also about the who. Matt and Steve will explain the importance of working with the right financial advisor. They believe that the right guidance is key to a successful retirement journey. Tune in to "Retirement Approved" and take the first step towards a retirement plan that's not just good, but retirement-approved. Subscribe now and join a community dedicated to achieving financial peace of mind. Get in touch at https://www.rwpaul.com/ and 248-305-9911.

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Episodes
  • Our New Retirement Resource for Ford, GM & Stellantis Employees

    Our New Retirement Resource for Ford, GM & Stellantis Employees
    May 14 2026

    🎯 Not sure where you stand with your retirement plan? Schedule your Complete Planning Review: https://www.rwpaul.com/complete-planning-review

    Matt and Steve share a brand-new free resource built specifically for Ford, GM, and Stellantis employees preparing for retirement. In this episode, they walk through their new website, explain the updated Auto Worker’s Guide to Lump Sum Pensions, and break down some of the biggest financial decisions auto workers face. From pension versus lump sum choices to Social Security, annuities, healthcare, and retirement income planning, the conversation highlights why these “million-dollar decisions” deserve careful planning and personalized guidance.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    📚 Free Retirement Resource: A no-barrier education hub for “big three” retirees

    🚗 Pension vs. Lump Sum: Why this decision impacts your entire retirement

    📉 Interest Rates Matter: How rates can dramatically affect lump sum values

    🛡️ Survivor Planning: Important considerations for spouses and beneficiaries

    🧩 Hybrid Income Strategies: Combining pensions, annuities, and investments thoughtfully

    Big Three Retiree: https://www.bigthreeretiree.com/

    Learn more about us: https://www.rwpaul.com/our-firm

    Contact Matt & Steve: https://www.rwpaul.com/contact

    Phone: 248-305-9911

    Find us on YouTube: https://bit.ly/481OA51

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    15 mins
  • Financial Hot Takes Under the Microscope

    Financial Hot Takes Under the Microscope
    Apr 2 2026

    🎯 Not sure where you stand with your retirement plan? Schedule your Complete Planning Review: https://www.rwpaul.com/complete-planning-review

    Everyone’s got an opinion about money (especially the people with a book deal or a TV show). Some of that advice is useful, and some of it sounds better on a stage than it works in real life. Today, Matt & Steve put these popular financial opinions under the microscope. Financial hot takes can be entertaining, motivating, and occasionally… unhinged. The key is knowing which advice fits your life and circumstances and ignore the irrelevant stuff.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    🪙 Kiyosaki’s Strategy: Heavy bets on crypto and metals come with major risk

    💵 Emergency Fund Debate: Too much cash can quietly lose to inflation

    📊 Net Worth Tracking: Awareness matters, but obsession can backfire

    📉 Withdrawal Rates: Overestimating returns can derail retirement plans

    🤖 AI Predictions: Betting on future abundance is not a current strategy

    Learn more about us: https://www.rwpaul.com/our-firm

    Contact Matt & Steve: https://www.rwpaul.com/contact

    Phone: 248-305-9911

    Find us on YouTube: https://bit.ly/481OA51

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    20 mins
  • Market Predictions for 2026: Hits, Misses, and Reality

    Market Predictions for 2026: Hits, Misses, and Reality
    Feb 5 2026

    🎯 Not sure where you stand with your retirement plan? Schedule your Complete Planning Review: https://www.rwpaul.com/complete-planning-review

    Every new year brings bold market predictions and plenty of confident opinions. But how much of that noise actually matters for your retirement? In this episode, Matt & Steve look back at what forecasters said last year, what really happened, and what’s already being predicted for 2026. And because no prediction show is complete without a little honesty, we wrap things up with a Grumpy Grandpa reminder about risk, reality, and expectations.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    🔍 2025 Predictions Review: What forecasters got right, and where they were wrong

    📊 Forecast Accuracy Check: Why predictions often miss the mark

    🔮 2026 Market Outlook: Big themes and expectations ahead

    📉 Volatility & Strategy: How retirees should think about uncertainty

    Learn more about us: https://www.rwpaul.com/our-firm

    Contact Matt & Steve: https://www.rwpaul.com/contact

    Phone: 248-305-9911

    Find us on YouTube: https://bit.ly/481OA51

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    15 mins
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