27 JUN 2024 · In this week's episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss why you shouldn't buy or sell based on the news, why you should pay attention to your beneficiary forms, and a financial key to marriage. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. takes a look at how folks trying to predict market moves based on newsworthy events may not be making wise decisions. Kyle Plotkin references a $1.2 Million estate going to an ex-girlfriend as he discussed the importance of updating beneficiary forms. Finally, Michael Hart brings us up to speed on the different ways that couples handle their money and a key question that can determine financial compatibility. Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

27 JUN 2024 · In this weeks' episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss consumer metrics & the market, Meme Stocks, and cash fees. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. takes a look at the "Lipstick Index" and how consumer metrics & the market are a sign for economic downtime. Kyle Plotkin looks at Gamestop and how information with no validity can still impact the market. Finally, Michael Hart brings us many places using cashless systems now and how some charge a fee to still use it. Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

27 JUN 2024 · In this week's episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss a new twist in mall dining, justified stock valuations, and the hidden costs of home ownership. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. looks at new mall restaurant concepts—so called "eatertainment" venues—and discusses what impact they may have on the retail & dining industries as well as REIT values. Kyle Plotkin looks at whether or not stock prices and company valuations are actually backed up by corporate profits. Finally, Michael Hart discusses different things that are hidden when it comes to the cost of owning a home vs. renting. Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

7 JUN 2024 · In this weeks' episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss the things we don't pay attention to that come back to haunt us later. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. takes a look at hidden home dangers that longtime residents of a home may ignore, to their own peril. Kyle Plotkin looks at what diversification really means in these modern times where just a handful of stocks are responsible for a lot of the market's growth. Finally, Michael Hart makes sure everyone contributing heavily to their 401(k)s are knowledgable of the true-up provisions that keep employer contributions happening. Moral of this week's podcast? Pay attention.   Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

29 MAY 2024 · In this weeks' episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss budget planning difficulties, 401(k) employer match disparities, and popular market misconceptions and their sources. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. talks about the difficulties people have with budgeting and the problems they cause when creating income plans for retirees and ensuring retirees don't run out of money. Michael Hart drops some 401(k) data showing which segments of earners get the most from employer match programs. And finally, Kyle Plotkin talks about public misconceptions about the economy and the markets, with a majority of the country believing (wrongly) that the market is doing poorly. Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

22 MAY 2024 · In this week's episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss high food costs, consumer inflation and annuities in a 401k. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. takes a look at how restaurant costs are rising faster than inflation and whether or not issues within the restaurant industry are indicative of a larger economic issue or limited to the nature of the restaurant business. Kyle Plotkin reveals which segments of the Consumer Price Index are most susceptible to inflation and the surprising segments that are experiencing deflation. Finally, Michael Hart reviews BlackRock's decision to insert annuities into some 401k plans.  Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

15 MAY 2024 · In this weeks' episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss tax-advantaged college savings plans, colloquial market strategies, and the Consumer Price Index. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. takes a look at 529 college savings plans and how recent changes to the plans have made it easier for grandparents to contribute to their grandchildrens' college savings. Kyle Plotkin looks at the phrase "sell in May and go away" and market results to see if there's any truth to the mantra. Finally, Michael Hart brings us up to speed on the Consumer Price Index as it relates to rising inflation.  Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.

9 MAY 2024 · In this weeks' episode of Solving The Retirement Puzzle, three retirement advisors from Horsham, PA's Franklin Retirement Solutions sit down to discuss tax bracketing throughout history, corporate behaviors in the face of relentless recession fears in the media, and improperly filled out forms. Nicholas Hamner, Esq. takes a look at the modern tax brackets and compares them to the more complex bracketing from 1963. How would someone living in 1963 make out today, tax-wise, and what would someone pay today if they were using the 1963 brackets? Kyle Plotkin covers the constant predictions of a recession by financial media and compares it to the actions of major companies who aren't acting as if a recession is at the doorstep. Finally, Michael Hart reviews mistakes he's seen on forms brought in by former DIY investors and the consequences those mistakes could have had.Solving The Retirement Puzzle is presented by Franklin Retirement Solutions.