On this episode of Rock on Retirement, Coach Pete is joined by NHL Hall of Fame broadcaster Chuck Kaiton and NC State Wolfpack voice Tony Haynes for a real, unfiltered conversation about what retirement actually feels like. They dig into the emotional side of leaving a long career, the identity shift nobody talks about, and why a solid financial plan matters just as much after the paychecks stop. With stories from inside the broadcast booth and hard-earned life lessons, this episode hits retirement from angles most shows never touch.

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Coach Pete and Russ Hackmann break down the smartest year-end retirement moves, why rebalancing matters more than most people think, and the real difference between wills and trusts — without the boring legal jargon. They dig into the “financial red zone,” explain how AI is quietly changing investments, and call out the mistakes that can derail retirement fast. If you want a clear, no-nonsense game plan to protect your money and retire with confidence, this episode is a must-listen.

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The gloves come off as Coach Pete and the team break down the smart—and not-so-smart—ways people are using their 401(k)s. They dive into Roth vs. traditional accounts, safe money strategies, and how to build lifetime income that doesn’t disappear when the market gets rocky. Along the way, Coach Pete exposes the “financial termites” quietly eating away at retirement savings and challenges listeners to take back control before it’s too late.

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Coach Pete and the team pull back the curtain on how market volatility really impacts retirement — and who actually benefits when markets swing. They challenge outdated strategies like the 60-40 portfolio, break down the importance of tax planning, and explain why lifetime income and risk management matter more than chasing returns. This episode shows how cutting through the media noise and building a real plan can make the difference between hoping for retirement and owning it.

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Coach Pete and the crew call out the most common retirement pitfalls, why waiting too long to plan can hurt, and how the right advisor helps keep you on track. They explain why a written retirement plan matters and how lifestyle changes can quietly blow up your spending assumptions. This episode also looks ahead at market uncertainty and shows how preparation, not prediction, is the key to rocking into retirement with confidence!

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Coach Pete and Russ Hackmann crank up the volume on smart retirement planning, breaking down year-end money moves, why rebalancing matters more than ever, and the real difference between a will and a trust (hint: they’re not the same thing). They dig into the financial red zone, talk AI and investing in plain English, and explain how today’s market shifts can either help or hurt your retirement if you’re not paying attention. If you want a clear, no-nonsense game plan to protect your money and rock into retirement with confidence, this episode hits all the right notes.

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Coach Pete and his crew turn up the volume on 401(k) maxing, break down Roth vs. Traditional in plain English, and spotlight safe-money moves that protect your core. They map out lifetime income planning, right-sized asset allocation, and real-world risk tolerance so your plan can rock in any market. And they also hunt down “financial termites” like hidden fees while dropping a challenge for you to take control of your financial future!

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Coach Pete and the crew break down sneaky money leaks—like tiny fees and “lifestyle creep”—that can quietly wreck your nest egg, and show you how to stress-test a plan so market headlines don’t jerk your retirement around. You’ll hear why Shaq’s “trust but verify” approach to picking a fiduciary advisor still wins, when to start planning (hint: yesterday), and how to set up safe income first with a little “play money” on the side. They even tackle the “work longer or not?” debate—making it your choice, not a necessity—so you can rock retirement on your terms.

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