EPISODES
Taxes, Turbulence & Retirement Truths: How to Protect Your Future
Retirement can feel like a minefield—especially when taxes, market swings, and health costs come into play. Mike Zaino shares proactive strategies to help you avoid the four biggest threats to your retirement plan. 📊 Topics covered: How to protect your savings from...
Retirement Risks, Recovery, and Reality Checks
Worried about market crashes, inflation, or running out of money in retirement? You’re not alone—and this episode is packed with the smart strategies you need to take back control. 💼 Mike Zaino and co-host Matt McClure break down how to rebuild after a downturn, step...
Peace of Mind Through Preparation: Organize Your Retirement Plan Today
Is your financial house in order? In this episode of Money Matters with Mike, host Mike Zaino shares practical steps to get organized, reduce financial stress, and prepare for a more confident retirement. You’ll learn: How to “spring clean” your finances The...
The Money Talk: How to Protect Your Family—and Your Dignity—in Retirement
In this powerful episode of Money Matters with Mike, we tackle a topic that too many families avoid—the money talk. Whether you're planning for retirement, already living it, or supporting aging parents, open and honest financial conversations are key to protecting...
Home Sweet Home? Deciding Whether to Downsize, Relocate, or Age in Place
Is your current home the best fit for your retirement? In this episode of Money Matters with Mike, we explore the pros and cons of downsizing, relocating, or staying put as you age. From emotional ties and social connections to home maintenance costs and financial...
Your Paycheck is Gone—Now What? Avoiding Retirement Surprises
Retirement isn’t just about saving—it’s about protecting what you’ve built. This episode explores the key risks retirees face, from losing their steady paycheck to hidden investment fees that can quietly drain their accounts. Mike Zaino explains how to build a...
Protect Your Savings & Sanity: Smart Moves for Uncertain Times
Market swings got you worried? On this episode of Money Matters with Mike, we’re diving into market volatility, why staying invested matters, and how to protect your nest egg from unexpected downturns. Mike and Matt share smart strategies to safeguard your income,...
How to Keep More of Your Money: Tax-Smart Retirement Planning
Are you unknowingly sitting on a retirement tax bomb? In this episode of Money Matters with Mike, we break down how your retirement income is taxed—Social Security, IRAs, 401(k)s, pensions, and more. Learn how to create a tax-efficient retirement strategy and explore...
Stay Calm & Invest On: Avoiding Panic in a Volatile Market
The market is always changing—are you prepared for what’s next? In this episode of Money Matters with Mike, host Mike Zaino and co-host Matt McClure dive into the realities of market volatility, the history of major downturns, and what they mean for your retirement....
Risk, Reward & Retirement: How to Plan for Long-Term Success
How much risk should you take in retirement? What’s the best way to protect your savings? And how do taxes fit into the equation? Host Mike Zaino tackles these critical questions, helping you design a retirement plan that balances growth, safety, and tax efficiency....