About this episode

This episode discusses the hidden threat of healthcare costs in retirement and offers strategies to manage them.

Think you've got your retirement mountain mapped out? Think again. In this episode, Ben Heisler and financial advisor Brad Jones shine a spotlight on the one risk that sneaks up on most retirees—healthcare costs. It's not the headlines-grabbing stock market crash or the fear of outliving your savings; it’s the silent, relentless drain that could quietly eat away at your nest egg, one copay at a time. Wondering how to protect your hard-earned assets from this under-the-radar threat? You’re in the right place. Brad reveals surprising numbers, busts a few myths, and walks you through simple steps to turn your anxiety into action. Is the Medicare maze as complicated as it seems? Do you really need to worry about long-term care insurance? And how can a written plan transform your "what-ifs" into confidence? Tune in for practical strategies, real-world examples, and a few game-changing tools—plus the easiest way to take your first step toward climbing through retirement. If you’re ready to enjoy your golden years without hidden surprises, hit play and discover what most retirees miss! Join Brad Jones for another insightful episode of C.L.I.M.B. Through Retirement, where he dives into…

People in this episode

Host: Brad Jones

Guest: Ben Heisler

Topics covered

• healthcare costs
• retirement planning
• long-term care insurance
• financial strategies
• Medicare

Keywords

• retirement
• healthcare costs
• financial advisor
• long-term care
• Medicare
• retirement planning
• financial strategies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Medicare

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