Retirement Your Way

Some say retirement is like a permanent vacation. At Relax to Retire, we know that’s exactly what it should feel like. Hosted by Gary Garner, Owner and Insurance Professional at Relax and Retire Financial Services, and Vicki Miller the Retirement Your Way podcast is your go-to way to get the news and information you need to get closer to a retirement that feels like the vacation of a lifetime.Covering hot retirement topics like Social Security maximization, veteran benefit planning, and beyond, we’ll bring you insights that will help you pave the way for a future where every day feels like Saturday.Kick your feet up, sit back, relax, and press play on Retire Your Way!

Retirement Your Way is a business podcast hosted by Gary Garner and Vicki Miller, with 103 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Gary Garner and Vicki Miller hosts Retirement Your Way, a business show with 103 episodes published.

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  The Fed Raised Rates. Should Retirees Be Worried?

  Sep 29, 202616 min

  The Fed raised interest rates, inflation remains stubborn, and market headlines are stirring anxiety, but what do retirees actually need to focus on? Gary Gardner and Vicki Milller explain why rate hikes don't automatically spell trouble for investors, how diversification can help reduce retirement risk, and why trying to predict market peaks and crashes often does more harm than good. He also discusses annuities, inflation, income planning, and the importance of building a retirement blueprint that can adapt to changing economic conditions and personal goals. Retire Your Way TODAY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  The Market Never Closes. Should You Be Trading at 3 A.M.?

  Sep 22, 202615 min

  What happens when the stock market never sleeps? Gary Gardner and Vicky Miller examine the rise of 23-hour trading and whether it creates opportunity or encourages risky, emotion-driven decisions. They discuss why a retirement blueprint may matter more than around-the-clock market access, then tackle one of retirement planning’s most debated topics: annuities. The conversation explores liquidity, guaranteed income streams, Social Security, tax considerations, and how retirees can weigh flexibility against income stability when building a retirement strategy. Retire Your Way TODAY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Rising Interest Rates Could Change More Than You Think About Retirement

  Sep 15, 202615 min

  Could rising interest rates quietly reshape your retirement plans? Gary Gardner and Vicky Miller break down how higher rates, inflation, and market uncertainty can affect retirees and those preparing for retirement. The conversation covers common planning gaps, including retirement budgeting, Social Security timing, debt management, income sources, and maintaining your desired lifestyle. Gary also explains why reviewing your portfolio and reassessing financial assumptions may be especially important during periods of economic change. Based on football-season strategy, this episode explores the value of preparation and asking the right questions before entering retirement. Retire Your Way TODAY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Before You Claim Social Security, Consider This

  Sep 8, 202616 min

  Could waiting to claim Social Security be worth more than investing the checks yourself? Gary Gardner and Vicky Miller break down the tradeoffs between taking Social Security at full retirement age or delaying benefits, including the impact of guaranteed income, cost-of-living adjustments, taxes, Medicare considerations, and spouse benefits. They also discuss why longevity planning matters, common mistakes DIY retirees make, and how turning retirement savings into a sustainable income stream can help support a long retirement. Retire Your Way TODAY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  Are Taxes, Inflation, and Timing Quietly Shaping Your Retirement?

  Sep 1, 202615 min

  What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn't market volatility, but the taxes and inflation quietly reducing your purchasing power? On this episode, Gary Gardner and Vicki Miller discuss why tax planning should be a long-term retirement strategy, how Social Security claiming decisions can impact lifetime income, and why inflation remains a challenge for retirees. They also explain the importance of creating income sources beyond Social Security and explores ways to evaluate retirement decisions through the lens of your individual goals, timeline, and lifestyle. Retire Your Way TODAY! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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