logo
episode-header-image
Aug 2025
59m 45s

Smarter Strategies for Retirement, Wealt...

Chris Hutchins
About this episode
#243: Discover smarter strategies to grow your wealth and create financial flexibility. We dive into when it makes sense to invest beyond retirement accounts, how to access savings early through Roth conversions and 72(t) distributions, ways to reduce taxes with HSAs, tax-advantaged accounts, and charity, and so much more. Michael Kitces is the Head of Pl ... Show More
Up next
Feb 4
Deep Dive on Bilt Rewards and New Bilt 2.0 Cards
#264: Learn how the Bilt ecosystem works, from earning Bilt Rewards to the new cards, transfer partners, perks, and where the real value is. Whether you’re new or already earning, this is a practical guide to using Bilt strategically and avoiding common mistakes. Link to Full Sho ... Show More
1h 15m
Jan 28
How to Earn Millions of Points and More Listener Q&A
#263: Chris breaks down exactly how he’s earned millions of points and miles, and why simplicity matters more than optimization. He covers signup bonuses, spending strategies, credit score impacts, business cards, cash-back alternatives, and how to decide when a card (or perk) is ... Show More
1h 4m
Jan 21
Points & Miles in 2026: What's New, What's Dying & What's Next with Brian M
#262: Learn how to navigate major changes in points and miles while maximizing travel rewards in 2026. Chris and Brian M cover Bilt 2.0, the Mesa card shutdown, how to evaluate annual fees, find award availability, and what’s likely (and unlikely) to change this year. Link to Ful ... Show More
1h 17m
Recommended Episodes
Nov 13
IRA Conversion Strategies and Reading Economic Signals During a Shutdown
Discover how current economic data affect you and decide if a Roth or Traditional IRA is the most appropriate option for your retirement savings. What’s happening with layoffs and the economy right now? How should you be thinking about the data used to determine the economy's hea ... Show More
23m 24s
Nov 2024
Mailbag | Backdoor Roth IRA, 4% Rule & 401k Strategies for Retirement Planning | With Rachael Camp | 521
<p>Answering Listener Questions on asset allocation, retirement strategies, and the intricacies of real estate investing. With Brad Barrett and Rachael Camp. Whether you are pondering upon the backdoor Roth IRA strategy or seeking clarity on managing funds without a 401k, this ep ... Show More
1h 7m
Jan 2025
How To Maximize Your 401(k) Strategy!
"I’m 31. My 401(k) lets me pick a percentage for Roth and a percentage for Pre-Tax contributions. I have $7k in a Roth IRA, and plan to max out 401(k) and Roth IRA next year! My 401(k) match is 8% Pre-Tax. How do I pick my Roth percentage?" We'll walk you through that questio ... Show More
30m 48s
Feb 2025
3035: [Part 1] Generating Retirement Income Before Age 59 by Darrow Kirkpatrick of Can I Retire Yet
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3035: Darrow Kirkpatrick explores various strategies, from leveraging taxable investment accounts to taking advantage of Ro ... Show More
10m 4s
Sep 2024
560: Dude ACTUALLY Withdraws From His 401(k) and Retires at 47
Did you know you can use your 401(k) to retire early? Yep, it’s possible. And today’s guest, Eric Cooper, is doing it atage 47! Most FIRE chasers search for how to withdraw from a 401(k) early but know that doing so will hit them with substantial penalties. The best way around th ... Show More
46m 24s
Oct 2025
Which Accounts Should I Draw From In Retirement? (Rapid Fire Q&A)
In this episode of The Personal Finance Podcast, Andrew answers 15 listener questions ranging from Solo Roth 401k strategies and crushing $117,000 in student loans to whether a 19-year-old should build credit and how to pass brokerage accounts to your kids without tax headaches. ... Show More
36m 38s
Aug 2024
The 10 Laws Of Investing (Andrew's Investing Rules!)
In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast, we're going to talk about the 10 laws of investing. How Andrew Can Help You: Don't let another year pass by without making significant strides toward your dreams. "Master Your Money Goals" is your pathway to a future where your asp ... Show More
45m 32s
Dec 2024
What Do I do With an HSA at an Old Employer?! (Plus How to Avoid RMD's) - Money Q&A
In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast, we're going to talk about what to do with an old HSA at an old employer, plus how to avoid RMD’s. Today we are going to answer these questions! Question 1: Can I transfer investments from a brokerage account to a retirement account ... Show More
36m 7s
Aug 2024
2833: 5 Investment Strategies To Help You Save For Retirement by Sabado Domingo of Len Penzo.com
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2833: Preparing for retirement is crucial at any stage of your career. Sabado Domingo shares practical investment strategie ... Show More
10m 30s
Jul 2019
Maria Bruno and Joel Dickson: 'Building a Better Retirement'
<p>Our guests for the latest installment of "The Long View," Maria Bruno and Joel Dickson, are both veterans of investment behemoth Vanguard. </p> <p>Bruno is the head of U.S. wealth planning research at Vanguard, leading a team responsible for conducting research and analysis on ... Show More
58m 56s