Retirement Results

Welcome to Retirement Results! Each week, Ford Stokes and his team of fiduciary advisors help educate pre-retirees, retirees and business owners on ways to better protect and grow their hard-earned money. With $37 trillion in national debt and counting, many economists believe that taxes are likely to increase in the future, affecting retirees for decades to come. Ford and his team will help you build a smart plan that is TAX-efficient, FEE-efficient and MARKET-efficient. Listen to the show: New episodes drop every weekend on your favorite podcast app. Featured on Forbes, AM 920 the Answer, WDUN, Fox Business, RSSA and more! Listeners Call Us at (770) 685-1777 | For More Info: RetirementResults.com | Learn More About Us: ActiveWealth.com

How to Make the Most of Your Retirement Savings & Interview with SEC Football Official Gus Morris

Ford interviews Gus Morris, who spent more than three decades officiating college football in the SEC. Check out his new book at: www.TheFootballBook.com For More Information, Visit ActiveWealthShow.com Contact Ford Stokes and the Active Wealth Show Visit Our Youtube Channel for More 

04-28
48:00

How to Create a Super Personal Pension for Your Retirement

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis discuss how the right kinds of annuities can give you both cashflow and cash value throughout your retirement. They address common questions from pre-retirees and retirees and explain how you can get started with a complimentary financial plan today. For More Information & to Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

05-11
47:57

Don’t Worry, Retire Happy! Practical Tips to Improve Your Financial Future

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis discuss what a “retirement tax bomb” is and how you can prevent one from damaging your golden years. Plus, we share an example of how we helped some listeners in our Problem Solver segment. For More Information & to Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

05-03
48:42

Avoid These Financial Pitfalls for a Better Retirement

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share some of the most common financial mistakes they encounter when helping people prepare for a successful retirement. We also highlight some common misconceptions in a new edition of “right or wrong”. For More Information & to Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

04-19
48:00

Are You Ready for Retirement?

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share a checklist of six essential steps investors should be taking as they prepare for retirement. Have you met with a fiduciary advisor who can help you reduce risk, taxes and fees? For More Information & to Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

04-12
48:04

The Ultimate Tax Guide for 2024: How to Build Tax-Free Wealth

On this episode, Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share some important reminders and valuable insights ahead of Tax Day 2024. Plus, what are America’s seniors loving (and regretting) about their retirement? We share the results of a recent survey and think you'll find it inciteful. For More Information & to Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

04-05
47:59

Spring Cleaning for Your Money: How to Declutter Your Finances

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share seven tips to help you take action today and start “spring cleaning” your financial life. Also on this show, pensions are a valuable tool for retirement planning – but do you know what to do if your job doesn’t offer a pension plan? Let us help you establish your own personal pension plan today! For More Information & to Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

03-22
47:58

Alarming Statistics About Social Security and Retirement in America Today

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share some fascinating statistics that will likely motivate you to start planning for retirement, or checking-in on your plan if you already have one. Contact us today for your complimentary Social Security roadmap! Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

03-15
47:56

Retirement Red Flags: 5 Mistakes to Avoid While Planning Your Future

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis help listeners avoid some of the most common mistakes people make while planning for retirement. Plus, we share a clip from a recent Senate hearing on Social Security and discuss the future of this income program for retirees. Check Out Previous Episodes: RetirementResults.com To Learn More About our Mission and Our Team: ActiveWealth.com Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with Ford Stokes now: Calendly.com/fordstokes

03-08
48:05

Ten Steps You Should Take to Retire in Ten Years or Less

On this episode, Ford Stokes and Sam Davis walk listeners through the ten essential steps you should be taking if you expect to retire in the next ten years. For More Information: RetirementResults.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights and More 

03-01
47:59

Financial Headwinds You Should Expect in Retirement

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis highlight the seven biggest financial headwinds that you will face in retirement, and offer solutions for navigating these common challenges. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Learn More about Our Mission and Our Team at ActiveWealth.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

02-23
47:59

The Power of Building a “Results in Advance” Plan for Your Retirement

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis explain how you can build a plan that allows you to see your “results in advance” for retirement. In this episode, we share important tips to help you delete taxes and unnecessary fees from your retirement accounts. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Learn More about Our Mission and Our Team at ActiveWealth.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

02-17
47:57

Planning Ahead for Taxes in Retirement

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share tips and strategies for building a more tax-efficient retirement. Tune-in to learn how you can delete the IRS from being your partner in retirement. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Learn More about Our Mission and Our Team at ActiveWealth.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

02-09
47:58

Avoid These Common 401(k) Mistakes!

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis explain why a bond replacement is one move you can make to eliminate a significant amount of risk and fees from your retirement plan. Plus, millions of Americans are making mistakes with their 401(k) accounts. In this episode, we point out those landmines so you don’t make any missteps when it comes to planning for your retirement. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Learn More about Our Mission and Our Team at ActiveWealth.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

02-02
47:59

The Retirement Planning Playbook for 2024

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share a quote of the week from Thomas Edison before diving-in to how you can better prepare for retirement in 2024. How will the election affect the economy, retirees and those preparing for retirement? Tune-in and discover some statistics that will surprise you. Plus, you know it’s important to diversify your investments, but it's time to really start focusing on why you need to diversify your income streams to build a solid retirement foundation. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Learn More about Our Mission and Our Team at ActiveWealth.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

01-26
48:33

Protect and Grow Your Retirement with the Nationwide Peak 10

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis share the quote of the week and some thoughts about “The Financial American Dream” before interviewing Josh Lumme about the latest and greatest news inside the world of Fixed Indexed Annuities. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Learn More about Our Mission and Our Team at ActiveWealth.com We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning Contact Ford Stokes Here and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

01-20
47:58

Behind the Numbers: Unraveling Social Security’s Funding Problem

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis are back this week to discuss what’s really happening with the Social Security Administration and its funding challenges. They also share a list of eight things you don’t want to overlook when it comes to taxes in retirement. In our final segment, Ford will walk listeners through a problem solver to demonstrate how Active Wealth Management helped a listener build a retirement plan that includes TAX-FREE income. For More Information: RetirementResults.com Contact Ford Stokes and Retirement Results at (770) 685-1777 Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

01-12
47:59

How Americans Can Improve Their Retirement Plans in 2024

Ford Stokes and Sam Davis are your hosts for Retirement Results! On this week’s show, the guys make an exciting announcement about the show becoming nationally syndicated.  Next, Ford interviews Erik Sussman with the Institute of Financial Wellness to help listeners understand how a bond replacement could help them delete fees and significantly improve their portfolios for retirement. Finally, Ford & Sam walk you through a problem solver to explain how they are helping some listeners with their retirement tax bombs. We are your resource for all things retirement and financial planning!  For More Information and to Schedule your Free Consultation, Visit RetirementResults.com Contact Ford Stokes and Retirement Results at (888) 814-0304 - or - Dial #250 on Your Cell Phone and Use the Keyword "Retirement Results" Watch Our YouTube Channel for Episode Highlights

01-05
47:59

Building a Smart Retirement Plan: What is Your Vision for Retirement?

Ford and Sam kick off the Smart Retirement Plan series by explaining the importance of having a smart vision for your retirement. Then, they break down the smart inspection process to help listeners uncover what’s really happening inside their current portfolios. As you near your retirement, protecting your assets becomes critically important. Contact us today to receive a free consultation and personal pension plan for both you and your spouse. For More Information, Visit ActiveWealthShow.com Contact Ford Stokes and the Active Wealth Show Watch Our Youtube Channel for Episode Highlights

12-08
48:27

Protecting Your Retirement from Inflation and a Volatile Economy

On this episode, Ford and Sam are back to help listeners outpace inflation with their retirement plans. Plus, what is “sequence of returns risk” and why does it matter? Listen-in to learn how Active Wealth Management can protect you from market volatility and other risks that could put your retirement in jeopardy. For More Information, Visit ActiveWealthShow.com Contact Ford Stokes and the Active Wealth Show Watch Our Youtube Channel for Episode Highlights

12-01
48:00

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