What happens if your retirement starts during a bad decade for the stock market? In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, host Eric Heckman, certified financial planner and president of Heckman Financial, explains why the sequence of returns matters – and how you can protect your financial future no matter what the economy throws your way.

Eric shares why a retirement income blueprint is essential for creating a steady, reliable income that lasts through all three decades of retirement: the good, the bad, and the uncertain. You’ll learn how foundational money, strategic Roth conversions, and a flexible plan can help you worry less and live more.

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Planning for retirement can feel like reaching the top of a mountain – you’ve worked hard, saved diligently, and now you’re ready to enjoy the view. But just like in mountain climbing, the descent is where most of the danger lies. That’s the phase many retirees aren’t fully prepared for – and where the biggest risks in retirement show up.

On this week’s episode of Wealth Creator Radio, host Eric Heckman, a veteran financial planner based in Silicon Valley, walks listeners through how to not only reach retirement, but how to stay financially secure all the way through it.

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Planning for retirement isn’t as simple as picking a date and riding off into the sunset. In fact, some of the biggest financial questions you’ll ever face show up right as you’re trying to slow down. Whether you’re facing market volatility or uncertainty about if you’ve saved enough, you probably have many questions about retirement – and Eric Heckman is here to answer them.

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, veteran financial planner Eric Heckman shares the four most important questions about retirement that everyone should ask – and answer – before they stop working.

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If you’re getting close to retirement or already enjoying it, chances are you’ve spent decades building your savings, your home, your investments, and maybe even a business. You’ve worked hard to create a comfortable life – so it’s important to have a solid plan for what happens to your wealth when you’re no longer here.

Estate planning isn’t just for the ultra-wealthy – it’s for anyone who wants to make sure their assets go to the right people, in the right way, and with as little stress and confusion as possible. Tune in to this episode of Wealth Creator Radio to learn common estate planning mistakes, what you need to know about your estate and taxes, and how to make sure your loved ones are set up for success.

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If you’ve saved diligently for retirement – maybe even built up a seven-figure nest egg in a large IRA – but still find yourself hesitant to spend it, you’re not alone. It’s a surprisingly common challenge: retirees with plenty of money feeling like they’re scraping by. But did you know that having a large IRA can lead to unexpected tax headaches once you hit your 70s?

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, veteran financial planner, shares why people are holding onto their money, how to confidently spend so you can enjoy your retirement, and some smart ways to reduce the tax burden of a large IRA.

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Retirement planning comes with a lot of questions. And if you’ve ever had questions about how taxes and inflation will affect your retirement, you’re in good company.

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, president of Heckman Financial and a certified financial planner, is sharing the most common retirement questions he hears from clients—plus how you can mitigate the twin threats of taxes and inflation for a worry-less retirement. Tune in to hear why taxes are a growing concern for retirees, how to “choose” your tax bracket, and how to beat inflation in retirement.

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If you've spent years building wealth, the next step is just as important: making sure it lasts. In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman, president of Heckman Financial and a certified financial planner, shares actionable tips for protecting your hard-earned money and creating consistent, stress-free retirement income. Tune in to hear common retirement income mistakes to avoid, tax planning tips, and the truth about taxes in retirement.

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Retirement should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment, but financial uncertainty can make it stressful. Market volatility, changing tax laws, and economic shifts can all impact your savings. So, how do you protect your retirement and ensure your money lasts?

In this episode of Wealth Creator Radio, Eric Heckman is sharing essential strategies to safeguard your financial future. Tune in to make sure your money lasts as long as you do!

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