• Episode 021: Listener Questions: Balancing Retirement and Education; Getting Started

  • 2024/10/10
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Episode 021: Listener Questions: Balancing Retirement and Education; Getting Started

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  • Summary In this episode, Mike and Amy address listener questions regarding financial planning for military families, focusing on the balance between retirement savings and education funding. In their answer to the second question, they discuss foundational financial steps, the importance of emergency funds, debt management, and life insurance. The conversation emphasizes the need for strategic planning and trade-offs in achieving financial goals while preparing for retirement.

    takeaways

    • Balancing retirement and education savings is a common struggle for families.
    • It's important to consider your family's philosophy on supporting kids.
    • You can't get loans for retirement, but you can for education.
    • Make sure you're contributing enough to get the full match from the government.
    • Having an emergency fund is essential for financial stability.
    • Pay down high-interest debt to avoid unnecessary costs.
    • Life insurance is crucial for families with young children.
    • Diversifying across accounts can provide more flexibility.
    • You need to start thinking about your post-military life early.
    • Living on less than you earn is key to financial success.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    02:28 Balancing Retirement and College Savings

    12:48 Considerations for Military Families

    13:19 Foundational Steps for Financial Stability

    18:53 Planning for Long-Term Care and Big Purchases

    21:06 Living Below Your Means for Financial Success


    Submit a question: info@operationretirementreadiness.com Operation Retirement Readiness: www.operationretirementreadiness.com

    Schedule a consultation with Mike: https://nextmissionfinancialplanning.com/contact/

    Schedule a consultation with Amy: https://www.instarfp.com/contact


    Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of the hosts and any guests. It is for informational purposes only and should not be considered tax, financial, or legal advice. All information is regarded to be from reliable sources. The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional, individualized advice.

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Summary In this episode, Mike and Amy address listener questions regarding financial planning for military families, focusing on the balance between retirement savings and education funding. In their answer to the second question, they discuss foundational financial steps, the importance of emergency funds, debt management, and life insurance. The conversation emphasizes the need for strategic planning and trade-offs in achieving financial goals while preparing for retirement.

takeaways

  • Balancing retirement and education savings is a common struggle for families.
  • It's important to consider your family's philosophy on supporting kids.
  • You can't get loans for retirement, but you can for education.
  • Make sure you're contributing enough to get the full match from the government.
  • Having an emergency fund is essential for financial stability.
  • Pay down high-interest debt to avoid unnecessary costs.
  • Life insurance is crucial for families with young children.
  • Diversifying across accounts can provide more flexibility.
  • You need to start thinking about your post-military life early.
  • Living on less than you earn is key to financial success.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:28 Balancing Retirement and College Savings

12:48 Considerations for Military Families

13:19 Foundational Steps for Financial Stability

18:53 Planning for Long-Term Care and Big Purchases

21:06 Living Below Your Means for Financial Success


Submit a question: info@operationretirementreadiness.com Operation Retirement Readiness: www.operationretirementreadiness.com

Schedule a consultation with Mike: https://nextmissionfinancialplanning.com/contact/

Schedule a consultation with Amy: https://www.instarfp.com/contact


Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of the hosts and any guests. It is for informational purposes only and should not be considered tax, financial, or legal advice. All information is regarded to be from reliable sources. The hosts are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional, individualized advice.

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