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Retire Wise

Retire Wise

By: Shawn Maloney
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 Retire Wise with Shawn Maloney is a retirement-focused podcast designed to help pre-retirees and retirees make informed, confident financial decisions. Each episode covers the strategies and principles that impact life after work — from retirement income planning and tax strategy to Medicare, Social Security, estate planning, and long-term care considerations.

Shawn breaks down complex financial topics into clear, practical guidance, helping listeners understand how to coordinate their investments, manage risk, reduce unnecessary taxes, and create sustainable income in retirement. The goal isn’t chasing trends — it’s building a thoughtful plan designed to support your lifestyle and protect what you’ve worked hard to save.

Whether you’re five years from retirement or already there, Retire Wise offers straightforward conversations to help you prepare, adjust, and move forward with clarity.Retire Wise, LLC Economics
Episodes
  • Legacy Planning

    Legacy Planning
    Mar 22 2026
    On this episode of Retire Wise with Shawn Maloney, Shawn discusses how global headlines and market volatility can create fear for investors—and why a solid retirement plan helps you stay focused on long-term goals instead of reacting emotionally to short-term events. Plus, learn the basics of estate and legacy planning, including wills, trusts, and common mistakes that could leave your family dealing with unnecessary stress and complications.

    Are you ready to take charge of your retirement? Each week, Shawn Maloney breaks down the steps to help you build a brighter, more confident financial future. From taxes and retirement income to estate planning and investments, Shawn helps you make sense of it all — so you can enjoy life knowing your money is working for you


    Catch Retire Wise each week at 10-11 a.m. Sundays on Extra 106.3 FM (Atlanta, GA)
    www.retirewisepro.com

    Disclosure: Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser.
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    50 mins
  • Your 401(k) is Not a Plan

    Your 401(k) is Not a Plan
    Mar 15 2026
    Global headlines can shake investor confidence, but should they change your retirement strategy? Shawn explains why market volatility tied to geopolitical events often has only short-term effects and why sticking to a well-designed financial plan matters more than reacting to the news. He also breaks down why a 401(k) alone isn’t a retirement plan, how old workplace accounts can be better utilized, and the role diversification plays in creating reliable income for retirement.

    Are you ready to take charge of your retirement? Each week, Shawn Maloney breaks down the steps to help you build a brighter, more confident financial future. From taxes and retirement income to estate planning and investments, Shawn helps you make sense of it all — so you can enjoy life knowing your money is working for you


    Catch Retire Wise each week at 10-11 a.m. Sundays on Extra 106.3 FM (Atlanta, GA)
    www.retirewisepro.com

    Disclosure: Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser.
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    50 mins
  • Retirement for Small Business Owners

    Retirement for Small Business Owners
    Mar 8 2026
    On this episode of Retire Wise with Shawn Maloney, we explore what it really takes to retire early — and how to know if you’re truly ready. From identifying your “enough” number and building sustainable income streams to managing debt and planning for life’s unexpected expenses, Shawn breaks down the practical steps that help turn retirement from a dream into a workable plan.

    The conversation also shifts to small business owners, highlighting why an exit strategy is critical and how proper planning can help you transition from running a company to enjoying retirement with confidence.

    Are you ready to take charge of your retirement? Each week, Shawn Maloney breaks down the steps to help you build a brighter, more confident financial future. From taxes and retirement income to estate planning and investments, Shawn helps you make sense of it all — so you can enjoy life knowing your money is working for you


    Catch Retire Wise each week at 10-11 a.m. Sundays on Extra 106.3 FM (Atlanta, GA)
    www.retirewisepro.com

    Disclosure: Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser.
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    50 mins
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