The Simply Retirement Podcast

Welcome to The Simply Retirement Podcast with Eric Blake, a financial professional from Blake Wealth Management. Our goal is to support women approaching retirement and help them navigate the challenges of this important phase of life. With years of exper

Recent Episodes

I Have Inherited an IRA—Now What? 5 Steps to Avoid Costly Mistakes (Ep. 52)

Posted May 14, 2025 • 00:36:44

Inheriting an IRA can feel like stepping into a financial minefield — but with the right guidance, you can avoid costly mistakes and make the most...

Medicare Tips and Tricks with Traci Grover (Ep. 51)

Posted May 7, 2025 • 00:34:15

Choosing a Medicare plan is just the beginning. What comes next can have a big impact on your healthcare and wallet.

In this episode, I sit down...

Women Will Soon Control the Financial Landscape – But Is the Financial Services Industry Ready? (Ep. 50)

Posted April 30, 2025 • 00:32:24

The financial services industry is facing a significant shift as women are positioned to control an increasing share of wealth. This shift requires...

Q&A: Social Security Secrets, Widow’s Penalty Warnings, and Working in Retirement (Ep. 49)

Posted April 23, 2025 • 00:33:55

What should you know before claiming Social Security benefits?

Do you know the ins and outs of applying for benefits or how working affects your...

How to Pay Taxes in Retirement: What You Need to Know (Ep. 48)

Posted April 16, 2025 • 00:32:22

What happens when you retire and no longer receive a paycheck? How do you pay your taxes in retirement?

This week on The Simply Retirement...