Leah Woodford 00:00 Welcome to Retire Smart Austin. I’m Leah Woodford, and with me today is Phil Capriotti Sr., of Empower Wealth and Tax, and today we’re talking everything trusts. Welcome back.
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When most people think about retirement planning, they focus on the obvious questions: Will my savings last? How much income will I need? When should I take Social Security? But there’s one
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Kick off 2026 with clear retirement planning goals. Learn the 6 most important steps to protect your income, reduce taxes, and stay on track. 2026 Retirement Planning Goals: A Simple Roadmap to
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As we turn the page into 2026, it’s the perfect time to run a simple “retirement checkup.” Not a stressful deep dive. Just a clear look at a few areas that tend
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