The Happy Retirement Show with Victor Gray and Colin Hurst
Hosted by Victor Gray, RICP® and Colin Hurst, CFP®, The Happy Retirement Show is an educational resource designed to help you learn how to achieve a successful and fulfilling retirement. Each episode, Victor and Colin will share expert insights on building a solid foundation for your future. Tune in for thoughtful discussions on income planning, managing risk, tax planning, legacy building, and much more. Whether you're planning your retirement or already in it, the Happy Retirement Show is here to help you achieve your financial goals, protect your assets, and leave a lasting legacy. Learn more by visiting https://ghwealthadvisors.com/ or by calling (513) 984-5999.
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Episodes
32 episodes
Your Net Worth Might Be At Risk…
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/In this episode, Colin and Victor discuss a difficult bu...
The 5 Areas of a Holistic Retirement Plan
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Are you on the right route to retirement, or just hoping...
The Real Risks That Can Derail Your Retirement
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Most people think about risk in retirement as market vol...
What Market Volatility Means For Retirement
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Market swings feel different when you’re nearing or livi...
Why Good Markets Are the Best Time to Plan
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Most people review their finances only when something go...
2025 Is Done. Are You Planning for 2026 Taxes?
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Most people treat tax season like a once-a-year chore, a...
Don’t Get Fooled: Inside 2026’s Most Sophisticated Scams
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Scams aren’t just more common these days; they’re more c...
Having Money Isn’t a Long-Term Care Plan
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/What happens if you live a long life- and someday need h...
Should You Really Count on Family for Long-Term Care?
Long-term care is one of the most misunderstood pieces of retirement planning, and many people don’t realize how unprepared their families are to handle it. Colin speaks with long-term care expert Alecia Barnette, who shares four major misconce...
Navigating the Rising Costs of Long-Term Care in Retirement with Alecia Barnette
Many retirees are facing painful premium increases on traditional long-term care insurance, leaving them wondering if they should keep, cancel, or replace their policy. We’re joined again by long-term care expert Alecia Barnette, who explains w...
Long-Term Care Planning: How to Avoid Family Conflict & Burnout with Alecia Barnette
📱 Ready to retire happy? Schedule a no-cost, no obligation consultation with us here: https://ghwealthadvisors.com/contact-us/Many families assume they can handle long-term care when...
Long-Term Care Myths & Solutions with Alecia Barnette
Long-term care planning is one of the most misunderstood parts of retirement, and one of the most important. In this episode, Victor sits down with long-time industry expert Alecia Barnette to separate myth from reality. They go behind the scen...
Medicare 2025: Why This Year is Critical for Your Coverage
Medicare is already complex, but 2025 is bringing some of the biggest shifts in years. Premiums, prescription drug costs, and deductibles are all moving, and with millions of baby boomers entering the system, retirees could feel the impact more...
Medicare Overwhelm? Enrollment, Deadlines & Avoiding Mistakes with Expert Alex Sieler
If you’re turning 65 soon (or just did) you’ve probably been bombarded with Medicare mailers, ads, and “urgent” calls telling you to “act now.” It’s overwhelming, and for many people, it’s hard to tell what’s legitimate and what’s just marketin...
Medicare Advantage or Supplement: What’s Right for You?
In this episode, Colin welcomes back Medicare Advisor Alex Sieler to unpack one of retirement’s most common questions: Should you choose Medicare Advantage or a Medicare Supplement? What’s the real difference? Is a $0/month plan too good to be ...
Medicare Made Simple: Choose the Right Plan (and Skip the Noise) with Alex Sieler
If Medicare feels like a maze of mailers, fine print, and frustration, you’re not alone. This week, Colin sits down with Alex Sieler of Precise Insurance Advisors to help cut through the noise. With over 15 years in the Medicare space and clien...
Social Security Cuts by 2034? What You Need to Know
Is Social Security really running out of money, or are the headlines more dramatic than the data? In this episode, Colin is joined by Social Security expert Hamilton Morales to break down the 2024 Social Security Trustee Report and what it mean...
Big Changes to Social Security for Ohio State Workers
Big changes just hit Social Security, and a lot of people don’t even realize they’re going to be impacted. To help make sense of it all, Colin sits down with special guest and Social Security expert, Hamilton Morales, to walk through what you n...
The #1 Social Security Myth (That Could Cost You Thousands)
In this episode, Colin welcomes back Social Security expert Hamilton Morales to bust what he says is one of the biggest myths surrounding Social Security spousal benefits- and it’s a costly one! Many people believe a spouse automatically receiv...
The Biggest Social Security Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them) with Hamilton Morales
You’ve been contributing to Social Security for your entire working life, but do you have peace of mind about when to start drawing from it? In this episode, Victor sits down with Hamilton Morales, a Social Security expert who breaks down the r...
Are You Letting Headlines Hijack Your Portfolio?
We all know the news can shape how we feel, but what if it’s also shaping how we invest? In this episode, Victor raises a crucial concern: how biased or emotionally charged headlines may sway investor behavior and cause short-term market volati...
How to Enjoy Life Now Without Ruining Your Retirement
“How can I enjoy some of my life and my money while I’m young and healthy, without messing up my retirement?” That’s the question one client recently asked, and in this episode, Colin breaks it down. He shares why delaying joy until later doesn...
Knowing What Investments You Own and Why
Investing isn’t just about spotting good opportunities; it’s about choosing the right ones for you. In this episode, Colin and Victor share a real-life story of a client who nearly put money into what he believed was a safe utility bond, but it...
5 Ways Wishful Thinking Can Damage Your Retirement
A little hope is good for the soul, but when it comes to retirement planning, wishful thinking can lead to serious financial mistakes. In this episode, Colin and Victor walk through five common examples of wishful thinking that can quietly dama...