Retire Today Podcast & Blog

Discover how the golden tax planning window works, why Roth conversions may make sense after retirement, and how Social Security, RMDs, and Medicare affect lifetime tax planning.

The Golden Tax Planning Window: Why You May Want to Pay More Taxes in Retirement

November 10, 2026

Why the years between retirement and Social Security or required minimum distributions may offer an...

Retirement gives you more freedom, but not necessarily more peace. Explore how to slow down, rethink your relationship with money, and make retirement more meaningful.

Retiring with an Unhurried Abundance with Bruce Fear

November 3, 2026

Retirement gives you more freedom, but not necessarily more peace. Explore how to slow down,...

Freeman Linde explains why retirement tax planning requires looking beyond today's tax bracket and considering what happens to your money over your lifetime.

The Retirement Tax Mistake That Could Cost You More Over Your Lifetime with Freeman Linde

October 27, 2026

Retirement tax planning goes beyond lowering this year's tax bill. Learn how Roth conversions, Medicare...

Avoid five common Medicare mistakes involving enrollment at 65, employer coverage, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, IRMAA, and annual plan reviews.

5 Medicare Mistakes to Avoid When You Turn 65

October 21, 2026

Avoid five common Medicare mistakes involving enrollment at 65, employer coverage, Medicare Advantage, Medigap, IRMAA,...

What makes a successful retirement? Jeremy Keil shares four retirees' perspectives on savings, income, spending, taxes, and making retirement money serve your life.

What Does a Successful Retirement Actually Look Like?

October 15, 2026

What makes a successful retirement? Jeremy Keil shares four retirees' perspectives on savings, income, spending,...

Retiring single brings challenges that go beyond money. Learn how to create purpose, structure, connection, and a fulfilling life after leaving work.

Building a Retirement You Can Love When You’re Single | True Retirement Story with Arlene C. Nelson

October 6, 2026

Arlene C. Nelson shares what happened when the excitement of retirement gave way to a...

When does an annuity make sense in retirement? Learn about four broad types of annuities, how their features differ, and what to consider before adding one to a retirement plan.

Do Annuities Belong in Your Retirement Plan? With Jeremiah Konger

September 29, 2026

When does an annuity make sense in retirement? Learn about four broad types of annuities,...

Learn how modern retirement scams use texts, AI, urgency, and trust to target your money—and practical steps you can take to better protect yourself.

Recognize and Combat Scams in Retirement with Robert Siciliano

September 23, 2026

Cybersecurity expert Robert Siciliano explains how modern scams exploit trust, urgency, and technology—and the habits...

Retirement planning books guide featuring Retire Today by Jeremy Keil, focused on income planning, taxes, Social Security, investing, and retirement decisions

Retirement Planning Books to Read in 2026

September 15, 2026

These six retirement planning books were selected for people approaching or entering retirement. Each offers...

Do you need a financial advisor in retirement? Before deciding, consider what retirement planning help you actually need beyond investment management.

Do You Really Need a Financial Advisor in Retirement?

September 15, 2026

Do you need a financial advisor in retirement? Before deciding, consider what retirement planning help...

A complete retirement plan goes beyond investments. Jeremy Keil and Joe Schmitz Jr. explain five areas to address before retirement, including income, taxes, investments, healthcare, and estate planning.

5 Things Every Retirement Plan Needs Before You Quit Working with Joe Schmitz Jr.

September 8, 2026

A complete retirement plan goes beyond investments. Jeremy Keil and Joe Schmitz Jr. explain five...

Avoid five common retirement investing mistakes involving market timing, CDs, cash, stocks, and dividends by matching your investments to what your money needs to do.

Investing Myths Retirees Still Believe

September 1, 2026

Investing Myths Retirees Still Believe Avoid five common retirement investing mistakes involving market timing, CDs,...

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Retire Today is a retirement podcast focused on helping people within five years of retirement make confident decisions about income, taxes, Social Security, and long-term planning.

Listen in as Jeremy Keil, CFP®, CFA® and his guests guide you towards making smarter retirement, investment, and tax planning decisions