The Retirement Chef
Welcome to The Retirement Chef Podcast — where financial planning meets culinary flair! Hosted by seasoned financial advisor and passionate foodie, Brian Butler, this podcast serves up a delicious blend of retirement wisdom and life enrichment tips to help you create a fulfilling future.
Each week, we dish out expert advice on retirement strategies, investment planning, and lifestyle choices — all with a dash of flavor. From managing your nest egg to exploring your passions (like cooking!), The Retirement Chef is your go-to resource for preparing the perfect recipe for your golden years.
Whether you’re nearing retirement, recently retired, or just planning ahead, grab a seat at the table and let’s cook up your best life yet.
Episodes
10 episodes
Downsizing: It's not just for your house
The conversation delves into the intricacies of life insurance policies, particularly focusing on how individuals can leverage their existing policies for cash value. It highlights the percentage of policy value that can be accessed based o...
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12:09
Working at Age 70
In this conversation, Brian Butler, CEO and Senior Wealth Advisor at Wealth Standard Financial, discusses the common fears surrounding retirement, particularly the fear of running out of money. He explores the viability of working into reti...
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14:55
Mastering Tax Planning
In this conversation, Brian Butler, CEO and senior wealth advisor at Wealth Standard Financial, discusses the critical role of tax strategies in retirement planning. He emphasizes the importance of managing tax brackets, understanding tax r...
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13:05
Lost 401K Funds, Do You Have Any Out There?
In this episode of the Retirement Chef podcast, Brian Butler discusses the significant issue of forgotten 401k accounts, which collectively amount to over $2 trillion. He emphasizes the importance of consolidating these accounts to maximize...
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18:09
Can you Lose Money by Saving Too Much?
In this conversation, Brian Butler, CEO and Senior Wealth Advisor at Wealth Standard Financial, discusses the intricacies of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of balancing savings and investments. He highlights the risks associate...
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16:17
Your Digital Estate Explained
In this conversation, Brian Butler, CEO and Senior Wealth Advisor at Wealth Standard Financial, discusses the critical importance of digital estate planning and how it integrates with overall estate planning. He emphasizes the need for indi...
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12:34
Tax First Strategy
In this conversation, Brian Butler, the Retirement Chef, discusses the essential ingredients for a successful retirement plan. He emphasizes the importance of understanding taxes, cash flow, and the evolving nature of retirement rules, part...
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11:19
Navigating Healthcare Costs
This conversation delves into the critical aspects of healthcare costs in retirement, emphasizing the importance of planning for healthcare expenses alongside income strategies. The discussion highlights the rising costs of healthcare, the ...
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11:53
Inflation! Can it Help or Hurt Your Retirement
In this conversation, Brian Butler, the Retirement Chef, discusses the essential ingredients for a successful retirement, including financial planning, the impact of tariffs on banking, the role of annuities in providing income, and the evo...
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14:42
What's More Important than 1 Million Dollars?
Join Brian Butler, CEO and Senior Wealth Advisor at Wealth Standard Financial, as he delves into the essentials of retirement planning. Discover why focusing on an income number rather than a round number is crucial for a successful retirement....
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11:22