Episodes
Oct. 7, 2023
How Estate Planning and Special Needs Work Hand-in-Hand (October 7, 2023)
In honor of Special Needs Month, Elder law and estate planning attorney Kevin Tharpe examines the relationship between estate planning and special needs assistance.
Sept. 30, 2023
Losing a Loved One/Avoiding Retirement Mistakes (September 30, 2023)
Elder law and estate planning attorney Kevin Tharpe examines the process of losing a loved one and more of life's curve balls; financial planner Gary Anderson looks at avoiding and correcting mistakes made when planning for retirement.
Sept. 23, 2023
Shaping Your Financial Future/Home Matters
Financial planner Gary Anderson discusses the decisions that can shape your financial future; and elder law and estate planning attorney Kevin Tharpe looks at how home matters.
Sept. 16, 2023
Taking the Worry out of Retirement/Preparing for Life's Surprises
On today's show, Gary Anderson shows you how to take the worry out of your retirement planning; and Kevin Tharpe discusses how to be prepared for life's surprises.
Sept. 16, 2023
The Color of Money/A Complete Estate Plan
This week: Kevin Tharpe looks at what it means to have a complete estate plan; Gary Anderson tells you the color of your retirement money
Sept. 9, 2023
Safety in Your Retirement Planning
Kevin Tharpe discusses how to safely navigate the rollercoaster of elder law planning, and Gary Anderson does the same with your retirement plan.
Aug. 26, 2023
Pets Are People Too/Choosing a Financial Advisor (August 26, 2023)
Elder law and estate planning attorney Kevin Tharpe looks at solid ways to provide for our pets if we should happen to outlive them; financial planner Gary Anderson examines good strategies for choosing a financial advisor.
Aug. 19, 2023
Will Your Money Outlive You?/Estate Planning Myths (August 19, 2023)
Gary Anderson addresses the strategies you need to employ to be sure that your money outlives you; Kevin Tharpe debunks misinformation about estate planning that he hears from other attorneys and on the web.
Aug. 12, 2023
Mistakes With IRA Conversions/The One Word That Means Everything (August 12, 2023)
Financial planner Gary Anderson discusses common mistakes made when converting IRAs from regular to Roth and the difference between accumulation and distribution. Elder law and estate planning attorney Kevin Tharpe outlines the one word that means everything when it comes to estate planning and elder law.
Aug. 5, 2023
One Word Means Everything/ Roth IRAs, Accumulation vs. Distribution (August 5, 2023)
Financial planner Gary Anderson explains the difference between accumulation and distribution, and mistakes to avoid when doing a Roth IRA conversion. Elder Law and Estate Planning attorney Kevin Tharpe looks at the one word that means everything in Elder Law, and the one word that means everything in Estate Planning.
July 30, 2023
Joint Ownership and Avoiding Common IRA Mistakes (July 29, 2023)
Kevin Tharpe clears up misconceptions about what joint ownership means and also examines beneficiary designations; Gary Anderson relates how to avoid common IRA mistakes.
July 22, 2023
Hollywood and Estate Planning/More on Taxes in Retirement
Kevin Tharpe outlines how Hollywood has distorted the process of thorough estate planning and the myth that you will lose your home if you go into a nursing home. Gary Anderson continues to demonstrate how to properly prepare for taxation as you enter your retirement years.
July 22, 2023
Taxes in Retirement/The One Thing No One is Talking About (July 15, 2023)
Gary Anderson discusses the issue of taxation during retirement and how to plan for this; Kevin Tharpe unpacks the issue of titling.
July 8, 2023
Tax Forecast: 2026/Access: How, When and Why
Gary Anderson looks at the likelihood of taxes going up in the next few years, while Kevin Tharpe examines the importance of access to finances.
July 1, 2023
Documents, Documents, Documents/Taxes and Retirement (July 1, 2023)
Kevin Tharpe discusses the importance of documents to your estate plan ... what's needed, and what's safe to share. Gary Anderson addresses how to handle taxable income as you approach and enjoy retirement.
June 24, 2023
Investment Volatility in Retirement/Elder Law and Education (June 24, 2023)
Gary Anderson examines how to deal with volatile investments during your retirement years and dangerous retirement assumptions; Kevin Tharpe looks at elder law and education and the three things you need to know as part of that education.
June 17, 2023
How and Why to Avoid Probate, Retirement the Perfect Taxation Storm (June 17, 2023)
Kevin discusses why probate is a big deal, how to avoid it and why you should. Gary looks at how taxes come in to play when it's time to retire.
June 14, 2023
What to Do Before You're Gone/When Should You Draw Social Security (June 10, 2023)
Today's show: Kevin and Gary discuss the importance of pre-planning and the timing of when you should begin drawing social security.
June 3, 2023
Difference Between Investing and Planning (June 3, 2023)
The difference between investing and planning is discussed. Also an examination of the distinction between a will and a trust.
May 28, 2023
Are You Prepared? Will You Outlive Your Savings? (May 27, 2023)
On this week's show, Kevin and Gary discuss your preparations for your retirement and for your estate. Have you done enough? Will you outlast your savings? Will you have sufficiently prepared for your loved ones and/or the possibility of long-term care?
April 19, 2023
Welcome to Truth in Planning
Today's show: Introducing the new Truth in Planning podcast. Meet elder law and estate planning attorney Kevin Tharpe and financial planner Gary Anderson. Learn about their working relationship and their philosophies regarding planning for retirement and the golden years. Future episodes will be podcast versions of their syndicated radio program.