Mar 5, 2026
In this week’s mailbag, Mark covers three decisions that can quietly shape your retirement outcome. From knowing when strategy matters more than DIY investing, to weighing the emotional and financial impact of paying off your home, to navigating rising long-term care premiums, these are real-world questions many...
Feb 19, 2026
Why do two people with the same income make completely different financial decisions? In this episode, Mark explores how the economic conditions you grew up in quietly shape your money mindset today. Early influences often show up in retirement planning conversations and understanding them can change how you think about...
Feb 5, 2026
There’s something special about a snow day… unexpected, memorable, and a break from routine. In this episode, Mark borrows a few classic snow-day moments to explain what a strong financial plan really provides. When your plan is solid, you can handle the hard parts, enjoy the good ones, and stay steady when...
Jan 15, 2026
Discover the mindset secrets behind legendary investors and learn how to conquer fear and risk. Today, Mark reacts to powerful quotes from some of the most respected voices in investing and explains why their lessons matter even more as retirement approaches. If headlines, volatility, or recent market gains have you...
Dec 31, 2025
In this special Mailbag episode, Mark responds to real listener questions that get to the heart of retirement planning. The conversation explores how risk changes in retirement, why income reliability matters more than market timing, and how to balance financial efficiency with peace of mind. Mark also explains why...