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Retirement Planning Pipe-Line

Retirement Planning Pipe-Line

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 Welcome to the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line! Your go-to resource for smart, strategic retirement planning. Whether you're a few years from retirement or just getting serious about your financial future, Retirement Planning Pipe-Line delivers expert insights, actionable advice, and real-world strategies to help you retire confidently and comfortably. Hosted by Retirement Planning Specialist Charles “David” Pipes, this is the radio show and podcast that breaks down key topics like investment planning, tax strategies, Social Security optimization, estate planning, and more — all with a clear focus on helping you build a secure retirement. With years of Retirement Planning experience, Charles cuts through the noise, simplifies the complex, and guides you through the pipeline to a well-prepared retirement. No jargon. No hype. Just clear, practical guidance to help you take control of your future. Subscribe now and start building your retirement game plan — one episode at a time! Call: 850-565-1705© 2025 Economics Personal Finance Self-Help Success
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  • Five Steps to Catch Up on Your Retirement Plan - Part 5: Why Delaying Retirement Might Be Your Smartest Move

    Five Steps to Catch Up on Your Retirement Plan - Part 5: Why Delaying Retirement Might Be Your Smartest Move
    May 1 2026
    In episode 28 of the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line – Host Jim Tarabocchia and Retirement Planning Specialist David Pipes present the final installment of a five part series centered around helping you catch up on your retirement plan; outlining five actionable steps to take right now to ensure a rock-solid retirement plan so you can enjoy your golden years. This week, David and Jim discuss why more Americans are hitting the pause button on retirement, plus, the power in waiting, and help answer the question of whether or not you should delay retirement. Enjoying the podcast? Leave a 5-star rating and review - it helps more people find the show! Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to further secure your financial future. Make sure to subscribe to the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review! Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with David and Jim and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge. --- Listen LIVE every Saturday at 8 AM CST: WCOA News Talk 104.9 FM and 1370 AM Visit our website: https://retirementpipeline.com/ Listen to the podcast: https://retirementpipeline.com/podcast Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@retirementplanningpipeline --- Connect with Charles “David” Pipes: Phone --- 850-565-1705 Email --- Charles.Pipes@Amerilifeagent.com Website --- https://retirementplanningpipeline.com/ LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-pipes Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more content on retirement planning, financial strategies, wealth building, and income planning. --- Charles “David” Pipes is a highly respected retirement planning specialist based in South Alabama, known for his analytical precision and client-focused approach. With dual degrees in Actuarial Science and Statistics, David brings a strong mathematical foundation to every financial strategy he designs. His deep understanding of risk, probability, and long-term forecasting has made him a trusted professional for individuals planning for retirement security and strategizing income. David combines technical expertise with a personal commitment to helping clients achieve financial peace of mind in their retirement years. His deep understanding of risk, probability, and long-term forecasting has made him a trusted professional for individuals seeking retirement security and reliable income strategies. David combines technical expertise with a personal commitment to helping clients achieve financial peace of mind throughout their retirement years. -- Investment advisory services offered through Brookstone Capital Management, LLC (BCM), a registered investment advisor. BCM and AmeriLife are separate companies but are affiliated through common ownership. Insurance products and services are not offered through BCM but are offered and sold through individually licensed and appointed agents. Any comments regarding safe and secure products, and guaranteed income streams refer only to fixed insurance products. They do not refer, in any way to securities or investment advisory products. Fixed Insurance and Annuity product guarantees are subject to the claims‐paying ability of the issuing company and are not offered by Brookstone. Chapters (00:00:00) - In the Know: Retirement Planning(00:00:41) - Why You Should Delay Retirement(00:02:24) - Retiring at 65: Why More Americans Are Holding Off(00:07:01) - How to Live Your Retirement(00:11:57) - How Does Inflation Impact Fixed Income Plans?(00:15:33) - Amerilife's Retirement Planning Pipeline(00:16:22) - Retirement Planning Pipeline(00:17:14) - The Financial Power of Waiting to Retire(00:21:31) - How to Plan for Retirement(00:26:15) - The Retirement Planner Pipeline(00:29:06) - Spring Cleaning Your Finances(00:31:58) - Retirement Planning Quote of the Week(00:33:40) - Retirement Costs and Fees(00:37:51) - Retirement Planning: How to Get the Best Advice(00:42:32) - Deciding If Delaying Retirement Is Right for You(00:46:06) - How to Plan Your Retirement Plan(00:49:31) - Should You Delay Retirement?(00:53:35) - The Retirement Planning Pipeline
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    56 mins
  • Five Steps to Catch Up on Your Retirement Plan — Part 3: Creating a Budget and Cutting Unnecessary Funds

    Five Steps to Catch Up on Your Retirement Plan — Part 3: Creating a Budget and Cutting Unnecessary Funds
    Apr 18 2026

    In episode 26 of the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line – Retirement Planning Specialist David Pipes and co-host Jim Tarabocchia present part three of a series centered around helping you catch up on your retirement plan; outlining five actionable steps to take right now to ensure a rock-solid retirement plan so you can enjoy your golden years. This week, David and Jim discuss the catch up mindset, plus, knowing your limits, and where to put your money for maximum contributions.

    Enjoying the podcast? Leave a 5-star rating and review - it helps more people find the show!

    Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to further secure your financial future. Make sure to subscribe to the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!

    Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with David and Jim and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.

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    Listen LIVE every Saturday at 8 AM CST:

    WCOA News Talk 104.9 FM and 1370 AM

    Visit our website:

    https://retirementpipeline.com/

    Listen to the podcast:

    https://retirementpipeline.com/podcast

    Subscribe on YouTube:

    www.youtube.com/@retirementplanningpipeline

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    Connect with Charles “David” Pipes:

    Phone --- 850-565-1705

    Email --- Charles.Pipes@Amerilifeagent.com

    Website --- https://retirementplanningpipeline.com/

    LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-pipes

    Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more content on retirement planning, financial strategies, wealth building, and income planning.

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    Charles “David” Pipes is a highly respected retirement planning specialist based in South Alabama, known for his analytical precision and client-focused approach. With dual degrees in Actuarial Science and Statistics, David brings a strong mathematical foundation to every financial strategy he designs. His deep understanding of risk, probability, and long-term forecasting has made him a trusted professional for individuals planning for retirement security and strategizing income. David combines technical expertise with a personal commitment to helping clients achieve financial peace of mind in their retirement years.

    His deep understanding of risk, probability, and long-term forecasting has made him a trusted professional for individuals seeking retirement security and reliable income strategies. David combines technical expertise with a personal commitment to helping clients achieve financial peace of mind throughout their retirement years.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Five Steps to Catch Up on Your Retirement Plan — Part 2: Assessing Your Current Financial Situation Properly

    Five Steps to Catch Up on Your Retirement Plan — Part 2: Assessing Your Current Financial Situation Properly
    Apr 10 2026

    In episode 25 of the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line – Retirement Planning Specialist David Pipes and co-host Jim Tarabocchia present part two of a series centered around helping you catch up on your retirement plan; outlining five actionable steps to take right now to ensure a rock-solid retirement plan so you can enjoy your golden years…In part two, David and Jim discuss assets, liabilities, and the numbers that truly matter, as well as the gap reveal: are you ahead, behind, or in trouble?

    Enjoying the podcast? Leave a 5-star rating and review - it helps more people find the show!

    Don’t miss this episode if you’re looking to further secure your financial future. Make sure to subscribe to the Retirement Planning Pipe-Line Retirement Show for more episodes and leave us a review!

    Have questions about retirement planning or other financial topics? Connect with David and Jim and the topic could be featured in future episodes! Don't forget to leave a review and share this podcast with anyone looking to boost their financial knowledge.

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    Listen to the radio show every Saturday morning at 8am CST --- WCOA News Talk 104.9 FM and 1370 AM

    Listen to Previous Episodes:

    https://retirementpipeline.com/podcast

    Subscribe to the show’s YouTube channel:

    www.youtube.com/@retirementplanningpipeline

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    Connect with Charles “David” Pipes:

    Phone --- 850-565-1705

    Email --- Charles.Pipes@Amerilifeagent.com

    Website --- https://retirementplanningpipeline.com/

    LinkedIn --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-pipes

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    Charles “David” Pipes is a highly respected retirement planning specialist based in South Alabama, known for his analytical precision and client-focused approach. With dual degrees in Actuarial Science and Statistics, David brings a strong mathematical foundation to every financial strategy he designs. His deep understanding of risk, probability, and long-term forecasting has made him a trusted professional for individuals planning for retirement security and strategizing income. David combines technical expertise with a personal commitment to helping clients achieve financial peace of mind in their retirement years.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
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