The Confident Retirement

Auteur(s): Kris Flammang and Mark Picchi
  • Résumé

  • The Confident Retirement Podcast with Kris Flammang and Mark Picchi aims to empower listeners with simple, common sense financial wisdom. Kris and Mark are the partners of LPF Advisors, a financial services firm in Sarasota, Florida. On the show, they deliver entertaining insight and a wealth of knowledge from experts in the financial world. From time to time, Kris and Mark share their own experiences as financial experts - how to retire in a way that’s aligned with what people seek most - the right advice from the right people at the right time in the right way based on what they value most in life.Each week on The Confident Retirement Podcast, Kris and Mark bring you experts who are in the trenches everyday – assisting people with life’s big decisions and navigating the certainty of uncertainty. Join them for dynamic conversations highlighting tried and tested strategies to feel more confident in your financial journey.
    Copyright 2021 LPF Advisors. Kris Flammang. Mark Picchi. All Rights Reserved.
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Épisodes
  • Ep 155: Systematic Withdrawals in Retirement
    Feb 20 2025
    The information I am providing is my opinion and not necessarily that of my firm or this platform. I am only providing general educational information and not any customized investment recommendations. You should consult with your Financial Advisor, Tax Advisor or Attorney on your specific situation. Nothing shall be construed as Financial, Tax or legal advice or recommendations. Kyle Gernhofer, a dentist and entrepreneur from northern Michigan, is the founder of Denscore, a direct-to-consumer dental navigation company established in 2019. Gernhofer's perspective on Denscore is deeply rooted in his commitment to enriching the dental industry by creating a platform that educates consumers about their dental care needs. Drawing from his vast experience in the field, including a stint in the US Navy and a decade of running a private practice in San Diego, he aims to make dentistry more accessible and comprehensible for consumers. This commitment extends to Denscore's business model, with strategic, non-dilutive investments and a strong focus on SEO strategies being employed to maintain the company's mission. Gernhofer's vision for Denscore is not just to aid consumers, but also to benefit dental practices by fostering a more informed patient base. Here’s what to expect this episode: Military experience in the US Navy provided Dr. Kyle Gernhofer with skills and confidence for dental procedures. Dr. Gernhofer's military experience led to his private practice and work at Denscore. Denscore analyzes user data to determine desirable dentists based on affordability, quality, and convenience. The Dental Practice Evaluation Algorithm evaluates dental practices based on experience, office hours, insurance participation, and payment plans. Importance of SEO in reaching a wider audience for the dental navigation tool and blog content. Denscore aims to enhance treatment decision support through AI learnings, work with DSOs, dental practices, and insurance companies. Connect with Collin Habig https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinhabig/ Connect with Kris Flammang https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristopher-flammang-lpfadv/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 min
  • Ep 154: Retirement Plan Changes SMH
    Feb 13 2025
    The information I am providing is my opinion and not necessarily that of my firm or this platform. I am only providing general educational information and not any customized investment recommendations. You should consult with your Financial Advisor, Tax Advisor or Attorney on your specific situation. Nothing shall be construed as Financial, Tax or legal advice or recommendations. Sarasota Memorial Hospital has recently made significant updates to its retirement plan, aiming to enhance investment choices, reduce costs, and better support employees' retirement goals. Kris Flammang highlights that these changes were made with participants' best interests at heart, focusing on improving investment options by introducing new funds and lowering expenses, ultimately providing employees with more beneficial choices. He urges employees to review their allocations and adjust contributions accordingly to align with their retirement goals. Similarly, Collin Habig values the plan's updates, particularly the inclusion of target date funds and the automatic rebalancing feature, as a positive move to keep employees on track with their retirement objectives. He encourages participants to assess their new investments and make necessary adjustments to ensure their portfolios reflect their individual saving goals. Here’s what to expect this episode: Enhancements to the investment lineup and reduction in investment expenses can significantly impact employees' retirement savings. Automatic redirection of balances from eliminated funds to replacements, rebalancing of accounts, and updates to default investment options contribute to ensuring employees' retirement savings align with their goals. Participants should review their new investments, ensure future contributions align with their goals, and update beneficiaries if needed. Connect with Collin Habig https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinhabig/ Connect with Kris Flammang https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristopher-flammang-lpfadv/ https://www.lpfadvisors.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    9 min
  • Ep 153: Pension Plan Payout Options
    Feb 6 2025
    The information I am providing is my opinion and not necessarily that of my firm or this platform. I am only providing general educational information and not any customized investment recommendations. You should consult with your Financial Advisor, Tax Advisor or Attorney on your specific situation. Nothing shall be construed as Financial, Tax or legal advice or recommendations. Choosing the right pension payout option is a critical decision that significantly influences retirement security, with commonly available choices including single life annuity, joint and survivor annuity, lump sum, and term certain. Each of these options comes with its own set of benefits and drawbacks, making it essential to consider factors such as a spouse's needs, age, health, and other sources of income when making a decision. Kris Flammang underscores the importance of taking time to thoroughly evaluate these options in the context of one's overall financial plan and lifestyle goals, often sharing anecdotes of clients who changed their initial decisions after a comprehensive review of their situation. Collin Habig echoes this perspective, emphasizing the need for a detailed understanding of financial aspects like retirement savings and debt, and the importance of using projections to foresee the impact of each option on future income. Both highlight the value of consulting a financial advisor to ensure that the chosen option aligns with individual and family goals, thus avoiding rushed decisions that might have long-term repercussions on retirement security. Here’s what to expect this episode: Consider factors like spouse's needs, age, health, other income sources when choosing pension payout options. Different pension payout options have various implications like income for both parties, better health options, and control and flexibility. Seek advice from financial advisor for informed choices aligning with financial goals and ensuring long-term financial security. Connect with Collin Habig https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinhabig/ Connect with Kris Flammang https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristopher-flammang-lpfadv/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    14 min

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