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Joe Knows Retirement

Joe Knows Retirement

By: Joe Schmitz Jr. CFP® ChFC® CKA®
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Welcome to the Joe Knows Retirement Podcast! Where Joe will take you through strategies to make the most of your retirement.2023 Economics Personal Finance
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  • Why Your Future Net Worth Is MUCH Bigger Than You Think
    Apr 25 2026

    If you have a pension and $1 million saved, you might be sitting on far more wealth than you realize. In this video, Joe breaks down why many retirees in this situation end up with way more money than they ever expected and more importantly, why that can actually become a problem.

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    📚Get a FREE copy of Joe's book "Midwestern Millionaire":
    https://keap.page/bsd964/midwestern-millionaire-toolkit-podcast.html

    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/happy-retirement/spend-your-retirement-nest-egg-and-drop-the-guilt

    📞 Schedule a call with our team: https://peakretirementplanning.com/schedule-a-meeting/

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    17 mins
  • Do You ACTUALLY Have Enough? (The Truth for Pension + $1M Retirees)
    Apr 23 2026

    If you have a pension and $1M+ saved, you might be asking the wrong question… It's not "Do I have enough?" It's "What should I do with all of it?" In today's episode, Joe breaks down exactly how to run your numbers, what your pension is really worth, and why most retirees in this position end up with MORE money than they ever expected. He'll also cover key strategies around tax planning, Roth conversions, and how to actually enjoy your retirement without regret.

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    📚Get a FREE copy of Joe's book "2% Club":
    https://keap.page/bsd964/2-percent-toolkit-podcast.html

    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/comfortable-retirement-how-much-do-you-need

    📞 Schedule a call with our team: https://peakretirementplanning.com/schedule-a-meeting/

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    21 mins
  • Widows, Be Aware of This BEFORE It's Too Late
    Apr 21 2026

    If you're a widow or planning ahead for your spouse, this is one of the most important retirement videos you'll watch. There are 4 shocking stats that most people don't realize until it's too late, and they can cost you thousands in taxes, lost income, and poor financial decisions.

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    📚Get a FREE copy of Joe's book "I Hate Taxes":
    https://keap.page/bsd964/toolkit-podcast.html

    🟥 Read our latest article featured in Kiplinger: https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/widows-penalty-how-to-prepare

    📞 Schedule a call with our team: https://peakretirementplanning.com/schedule-a-meeting/

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    14 mins
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