This week, Matt looks ahead to Atlanta Pride 2024. He will be there with a booth set up for Take Pride in Retirement! Plus, he discusses a common concern among LGBTQ+ people right now: market volatility and uncertainty. Listen to find out how to plan so you can thrive no matter what happens. And he sits down with AARP’s Deb Whitman to discuss her new book on aging called The Second Fifty.   Listen to Previous Episodes: https://takeprideinretirement.com/ Connect with Matt: https://takeprideinretirement.com/#contact  Subscribe to our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TakePrideinRetirementShowTake Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts About Take Pride in Retirement:Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement: A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Our goal is to help educate you about ways to protect your hard-earned money while experiencing market-like growth at the same time. Matt McClure is the host of Take Pride in Retirement. He is a licensed fiduciary financial advisor and Certified Annuity Specialist. The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Matt with the only nationally recognized annuity designation, CAS® (Certified Annuity Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates who complete a 135+ hour educational program focusing on fixed-rate and variable annuities. Matt currently lives with his husband and two dogs in his home state of Georgia but spent more than 10 years in New York City. While in the nation’s #1 media market, he worked for The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, Spectrum News NY1 and WCBS Newsradio 880. A highlight of Matt’s career has been reporting regularly from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

Fraud, identity theft and data breaches have become part of our everyday lives. So far in 2024, there have been more than 1,300 data breaches. Last year consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud, the highest dollar amount ever reported, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Experian’s 2024 U.S. Identity and Fraud report reveals how consumers feel about cyber threats and their online footprint. Identity theft (84%) and stolen credit card information (80%) are consumers top online security concerns.People want more types of identity recognition techniques used to verify their identities.70% of businesses said that AI fraud is expected to be the second greatest challenge for their business. WITH GUEST: Michael Bruemmer, Global Data Breach Resolution & Consumer Protection, Experian   Listen to Previous Episodes: https://takeprideinretirement.com/  Connect with Matt: https://takeprideinretirement.com/#contact Subscribe to our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TakePrideinRetirementShowTake Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts About Take Pride in Retirement:Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement: A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Our goal is to help educate you about ways to protect your hard-earned money while experiencing market-like growth at the same time. Matt McClure is the host of Take Pride in Retirement. He is a licensed fiduciary financial advisor and Certified Annuity Specialist. The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Matt with the only nationally recognized annuity designation, CAS® (Certified Annuity Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates who complete a 135+ hour educational program focusing on fixed-rate and variable annuities. Matt currently lives with his husband and two dogs in his home state of Georgia but spent more than 10 years in New York City. While in the nation’s #1 media market, he worked for The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, Spectrum News NY1 and WCBS Newsradio 880. A highlight of Matt’s career has been reporting regularly from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

Matt likes to think of retirement planning like a GPS. The first thing you need to do is set your destination. That’s the main focus of this week’s show. What do you want your retirement to look like? Matt will help navigate that, and other, questions you likely have. Plus, you’ll hear about what you will learn during a “smart inspection” of your current financial situation.   Listen to Previous Episodes: https://takeprideinretirement.com/ Connect with Matt: https://takeprideinretirement.com/#contact Subscribe to our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TakePrideinRetirementShow Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts About Take Pride in Retirement:Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement: A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Our goal is to help educate you about ways to protect your hard-earned money while experiencing market-like growth at the same time. Matt McClure is the host of Take Pride in Retirement. He is a licensed fiduciary financial advisor and Certified Annuity Specialist. The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Matt with the only nationally recognized annuity designation, CAS® (Certified Annuity Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates who complete a 135+ hour educational program focusing on fixed-rate and variable annuities. Matt currently lives with his husband and two dogs in his home state of Georgia but spent more than 10 years in New York City. While in the nation’s #1 media market, he worked for The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, Spectrum News NY1 and WCBS Newsradio 880. A highlight of Matt’s career has been reporting regularly from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

Bonus episode! Guest: Leigh Purvis, Prescription Drug Policy Principal, AARP Public Policy. A provision in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act will cap annual out-of-pocket prescription drug costs for people in Medicare prescription drug plans, beginning at $2,000 in January 2025. A new AARP report analyzes the number of enrollees that will benefit from the cap by state, age, gender, and race between 2025 and 2029. The findings indicate that Medicare drug plan enrollees who reach the new out-of-pocket cap will see average savings of roughly $1,100, or 56%, in 2025 for their prescription drugs.   Listen to Previous Episodes: https://takeprideinretirement.com/ Connect with Matt: https://takeprideinretirement.com/#contact Subscribe to our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TakePrideinRetirementShow Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts   About Take Pride in Retirement:Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement: A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Our goal is to help educate you about ways to protect your hard-earned money while experiencing market-like growth at the same time. Matt McClure is the host of Take Pride in Retirement. He is a licensed fiduciary financial advisor and Certified Annuity Specialist. The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Matt with the only nationally recognized annuity designation, CAS® (Certified Annuity Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates who complete a 135+ hour educational program focusing on fixed-rate and variable annuities. Matt currently lives with his husband and two dogs in his home state of Georgia but spent more than 10 years in New York City. While in the nation’s #1 media market, he worked for The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, Spectrum News NY1 and WCBS Newsradio 880. A highlight of Matt’s career has been reporting regularly from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

This week, Matt discusses why you need to keep an eye on the things in your financial life that may seem small, but can have a huge impact. Too many subscription services can add up to a big, but invisible, monthly expense. Plus, Matt welcomes Leigh Purvis from AARP to talk about the rising cost of prescription drugs and how the organization is working to bring them down.   Listen to Previous Episodes: https://takeprideinretirement.com/ Connect with Matt: https://takeprideinretirement.com/#contact Subscribe to our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TakePrideinRetirementShow Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts About Take Pride in Retirement:Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement: A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Our goal is to help educate you about ways to protect your hard-earned money while experiencing market-like growth at the same time. Matt McClure is the host of Take Pride in Retirement. He is a licensed fiduciary financial advisor and Certified Annuity Specialist. The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Matt with the only nationally recognized annuity designation, CAS® (Certified Annuity Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates who complete a 135+ hour educational program focusing on fixed-rate and variable annuities. Matt currently lives with his husband and two dogs in his home state of Georgia but spent more than 10 years in New York City. While in the nation’s #1 media market, he worked for The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, Spectrum News NY1 and WCBS Newsradio 880. A highlight of Matt’s career has been reporting regularly from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

Have you been hearing the word “recession” lately? No matter who you are, you need to be prepared, not scared. This week, Matt talks about some new steps to take to recession-proof your finances. Plus, the election year highlights some reasons LGBTQ+ folks crave peace of mind in their finances. Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts   Listen to Previous Episodes: https://takeprideinretirement.com/ Connect with Matt: https://takeprideinretirement.com/#contact  Subscribe to our YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TakePrideinRetirementShow  About Take Pride in Retirement:Welcome to Take Pride in Retirement: A podcast dedicated to retirement planning solutions for the LGBTQ community. Our goal is to help educate you about ways to protect your hard-earned money while experiencing market-like growth at the same time. Matt McClure is the host of Take Pride in Retirement. He is a licensed fiduciary financial advisor and Certified Annuity Specialist. The Institute of Business & Finance (IBF) recently awarded Matt with the only nationally recognized annuity designation, CAS® (Certified Annuity Specialist®). This graduate-level designation is conferred upon candidates who complete a 135+ hour educational program focusing on fixed-rate and variable annuities. Matt currently lives with his husband and two dogs in his home state of Georgia but spent more than 10 years in New York City. While in the nation’s #1 media market, he worked for The Wall Street Journal Radio Network, Spectrum News NY1 and WCBS Newsradio 880. A highlight of Matt’s career has been reporting regularly from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

In uncertain times, LGBTQ+ Americans are more vulnerable to potential upheaval in the financial markets and in our everyday lives. This week, Matt lays out some strategies for protecting your hard-earned money from big market fluctuations like we saw this week. Plus, reducing your tax burden in retirement can save you a ton. He’ll tell you how. And you’ll learn about some financial landmines to avoid both before and during retirement. Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this edition of Take Pride in Retirement, Matt takes a look at some of the specific challenges the LGBTQ+ community faces when planning for retirement. From the polarized political environment to the cost of expanding a family, we will dive into many of the potential financial pitfalls. Plus, do you know how much risk you are taking with your investments? It’s important to be aware of risks and know when to reduce them. And Matt will explain the many reasons why it is important to have a comprehensive retirement plan.   Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this week’s show, it’s all about investing in yourself. Do you hate working a 9-to-5 corporate job? Matt speaks with Jane Mukami, an award-winning weight loss coach and international best-selling author, about how she was able to turn her love of health and wellness into a lucrative career. They will also discuss how much the health industry has in common with the state of financial awareness these days. And, Matt breaks down the details of the IRS 10-year rule.   Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this week’s show, Matt discusses the results of a study by the Human Rights Campaign about the state of LGBTQ+ financial planning. The numbers highlight the need for educational resources and the importance of individualized help from a fiduciary financial advisor. Plus, income is more important in retirement than a big nest egg. Matt will tell you why. And he has a fresh look at the projections for Social Security’s cost of living adjustment next year.   Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On an all-new Take Pride in Retirement, Matt discusses the importance of having a plan that sets you up for success no matter what financial storms may come your way. He also debunks some common myths about annuities (hint: no, they’re not all bad!). And he speaks with Todd Houghton of Homewatch Caregivers about some new technology that makes caring for loved ones easier and could give them more independence.   Take Pride in Retirement is proud to be named one of the top Pride podcasts on the internet by FeedSpot. For more, go to https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this edition of Take Pride in Retirement, Matt talks about some illuminating new data on the LGBTQ+ community when it comes to insurance and finances and delves into why people show increased levels of distrust in the industry. Plus, he speaks with an expert from AARP on how you can build a nest egg for retirement no matter who you are. And he has some helpful midyear money moves you can make to improve your financial situation. To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this edition of the show, Matt speaks with AARP National Family and Caregiving Expert Amy Goyer about the importance of caregivers taking trips with their loved ones. Plus, Matt tells you why there’s a “U-Shaped Spending Curve” in retirement and how you can prepare for it.  BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Take Pride in Retirement has been named one of the Top 35 Pride Podcasts by Feedspot. We are so grateful for this honor! For the full list, visit https://blog.feedspot.com/pride_podcasts/ To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

This week, Matt shares some important steps you can take to keep your financial outlook as sunny as possible this summer. Plus, have you fallen for prominent money myths? Matt busts them and reveals the truth about annuities, 401(k) plans and more! And he’ll look at how one major retailer is responding to persistent inflation. To contact the show and schedule your complimentary financial consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact Us Here! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Inflation impacts many in the LGBTQ+ community differently than it does the overall population. This week, Matt shares some statistics that paint a grim picture for many members of the community, and he shares some tips on how to protect yourself from inflation’s effects. Plus, he gives details on how to establish multiple income streams in your retirement years, including how you can create a personal pension. To contact us and schedule a complimentary consultation, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Got a question for Matt? Contact the Show Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this week’s show, Matt discusses five common financial habits that could be costing you a lot of money every month. In addition to running down the list, he’ll tell you how to break those habits so you can set yourself up for the retirement you’ve always dreamed of! For More Information, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Question for Matt? Contact the Show Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

It doesn’t matter who you are, where you come from, who you love or how you identify. You deserve a retirement you can take pride in! This week, Matt discusses several strategies to help you gain peace of mind in your golden years. One of them is building your own personal pension in an age where workplace pensions have all but disappeared. For More Information, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Question for Matt? Contact the Show Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Family dynamics can be very different for each LGBTQ+ person, but our obligations to loved ones don’t stop during retirement. That is just one of the little-known facts we are sharing with you on this week’s show. Plus, Matt will tell you why now may be the best time in history to explore building your own personal pension. For More Information, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Question for Matt? Contact the Show Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

Matt interviews Robin Growley - Head of Consumer Deposits at Bank of America. The two discuss some new online budgeting trends Robin has been tracking and offer advice on how listeners can navigate them.  For More Information: TakePrideInRetirement.com Question for the Show? Contact Us Here Subscribe to our YouTube Channel

On this week’s show, Matt welcomes his husband, Josh Rhett Noble, as the two discuss the finances of marriage – and the importance of having a plan for your future. For More Information, visit TakePrideInRetirement.com Question for Matt? Contact the Show Subscribe to our YouTube Channel