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Your Financial EKG™ | Retirement Planning | Investment and Wealth Management | Financial Planning

Drew Blackston, Certified Retirement Counselor® Registered Financial Consultant®
Social Security
Retirement Planning
Inflation
Financial Planning
Taxes
Long-Term Care
Healthcare Costs
Investment Strategies
Roth IRA
Retirement Income Planning
Retirement Savings
401k
Rule Of 55
Social Security Benefits
Retirement Income
Roth Conversions
401(k)
Medicare
IRA
Tax Efficiency

Welcome to the Your Financial EKG™ Podcast, your go-to source for expert financial planning insights, retirement strategies, and wealth-building tips. Whether you're approaching retirement, already retired, or looking to maximize your investments, this podcast delivers actionable advice on retirement income planning, tax-efficient strategies, Social Security optimization, estate planning, and long... more

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Latest Episodes

Retire at 55: The Complete Retirement Strategy Plan

In this video, we walk through a full retirement plan for someone leaving the workforce at 55, including how to create reliable income, manage investments, plan for healthcare before Medicare, red... more

You Have $250K Saved—Now What? (5-Minute Retirement Plan)

Have $250,000 saved for retirement and wondering what to do next? In this video, I'll walk you through a practical 5-minute retirement plan to help you make smart decisions about your savings... more

Can You Retire at 55 With $800,000? (Using the Rule of 55)

Are you 55 years old with around $800,000 saved for retirement? You may be closer to retirement than you think.

In this video, I'll walk through a real retirement scenario and explain how t... more

Can I Retire at 63 with $350,000?!?

Can you really retire at 63 with $350,000 saved for retirement? In this retirement video, we break down the real numbers behind retirement income, Social Security, retirement healthcare costs, retirement withdrawa... more

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Recent Guests

David Grant
David Grant, client featured in a retirement planning scenario
Pearl Wealth Group
Episode: Most Retirees Will Run Out of Money. Here's Why.
Frank Bankerton
Client featured in the case study
Client (Kentucky)
Episode: Retire At 60 With $225K: Where Should You Take Income From First?
Karen Bankerton
Wife in the case study
Client (Kentucky)
Episode: Retire At 60 With $225K: Where Should You Take Income From First?
Bob Smith
49-year-old client used as the example in the episode
Private client (illustrative)
Episode: Retiring at 60…Here’s What It Really Takes
John Hilden
A welder who is planning to retire at 62
Episode: How Much Do You Really Need to Retire at 62?
Rebecca Hilden
A manager who is planning to retire at 62
Episode: How Much Do You Really Need to Retire at 62?
Billy Murphy
Participant in retirement planning discussion
Episode: $200K Saved at 46 & 43: When Can You Retire?
Mary Murphy
Participant in retirement planning discussion
Episode: $200K Saved at 46 & 43: When Can You Retire?
John Franklin
60-year-old electrician concerned about Social Security bankruptcy and retirement planning.
Episode: Retiring at 60 with $450K—What If Social Security Goes Bankrupt?

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Drew Pearl
Host of Your Financial EKG content and retirement planning discussions, affiliated with Pearl Wealth Group

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Great info

    Stumbled on this podcast this morning and did a little binge. Went to college and played ball with this fella. He’s really become a good financial resource. Great info on the pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob Cope
    United States5 years ago

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Host communicates with credibility and practical mindset for long-term planning.
Great guest examples and practical planning steps.
Clear, actionable retirement guidance with real-world math.
Makes complex topics approachable for everyday savers.

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Retire At 60 With $225K: Where Should You Take Income From First?
Q: When should the couple claim Social Security to maximize their lifetime income?
Taking Social Security at 62 is optimal for their scenario, because it maximizes lifetime benefits given their current assets and expected longevity, especially when paired with early withdrawals from investments followed by Social Security in later years.
How Can I Retire at 60 with $200,000 Saved For Retirement?!?
Q: When should Frank and Karen claim Social Security benefits?
They should consider claiming Social Security at 62 rather than delaying to 67 to make their money last longer.
How Can I Retire at 60 with $200,000 Saved For Retirement?!?
Q: What are the main questions Frank and Karen need to consider about retirement?
They need to determine if they can retire and how long their money will last.
56 With 130k Saved For Retirement: When Can I Retire?!?
Q: Should I pay off my home, or should I keep saving more for retirement?
The coach suggests they focus on building a habit of saving more before deciding on paying off the home.
56 With 130k Saved For Retirement: When Can I Retire?!?
Q: When can I retire?
Given Brian's current situation, the coach explores different retirement ages and scenarios to maximize his financial situation.

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Practical retirement planning insights with a focus on income strategies, tax efficiency, and Social Security optimization. Episodes frequently explore bucket planning, Roth conversions, and the balance between guaranteed income and growth, using concrete case studies to model long-term outcomes and longevity of assets. Noteworthy are actionable frameworks like the Freedom Fund, early- and late-life withdrawal sequencing, and proactive planning tailored to individual situations, including potential home equity, long-term care, and healthcare costs. The show stands out for its hands-on math-driven approach, personalized planning narratives, and emphasis on staying flexible as circumstances change.

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2. Frank Bankerton
3. Karen Bankerton
4. Bob Smith
5. John Hilden
6. Rebecca Hilden
7. Billy Murphy
8. Mary Murphy

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