"I’ve created a monster."  – Ted Benna, the creator of the 401k.

When it comes to basic retirement planning, most of America’s been drinking the Koolaid. And for years, or for some, entire career spans, millions have been contributing, monthly, to one of the largest government tax-postponement plans in existence—the tax deferment plan otherwise known as the 401k.

On this episode of the DL Show, David talks about what’s waiting for you when you’re ready or need to collect on your 401k. Throughout the hour David explains all the different actions needed to minimize taxes and avoid fees and penalties and explains expands upon how tax-diversification can be the key to retirement success. Because just as someone shouldn’t put all of their hopes into one dream, a retiree shouldn't’ put all of his or her money into one product.

Penalties, fees, RMDs (required minimum distributions) and the possibility of having to pay in a higher tax bracket are just a few of the MANY reasons why every retiree and future retiree needs a solid game plan for their retirement.

So if 401k’s aren’t the best option for me in retirement, than what are my options? Here a just a few of the options discussed in today’s show:

• Roth IRA
• An annuity
• Other tax-advantaged alternative assets classes that are often overlooked.

Want to know more? Listen to the entire episode today!

Biblical theme of today’s show: Things that are hidden and not seen.

Bible verse(s) featured in today’s show: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 New International Version (NIV)
16 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. 17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

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There are lots of mixed signals out there, in the financial world. And the new trend is for Financial Advisors and the media to fear monger about everything financial.

Of course it is human to fear and worry about what we don’t understand. Lucky are the listeners of the David Lukas Show, in that he works hard to educate and help Savers Worry Less About Money®.

This week, on the DL Show, David talks about how Wall Street banks on the heavy dose of fear fed to Savers. Promoting the ear of being taken advantage of and fear of the unknown is how Wall Street has duped Savers into thinking that moving their fee-laden mutual funds—the funds that they, the Financial Advisors, are making a pretty penny on—into annuities is a bad move because of SURRENDER CHARGES!

Throughout the hour, David explains why and how Savers have less reason to fear the sometimes unpredictably fickle Market when they choose to participate in The WorryFree Retirement®.

Listener’s question addressed in today’s show:

Hey David. I have some concerns because I’ve had some health issues in the past. I didn’t work for about 4 years and because I was a single mom for eight years and couldn’t put any money away in my 401k. Now, I feel like I’m behind in where I should be and I’m concerned about when I can retire. How do I get to the point where I can retire comfortably? We would like to take the money that we do have and grow it as much as possible without taking too much risk.

Essentially, what this listener is saying is that she needs a game plan. To hear what comments and suggestions David has to give about developing a strategic retirement game plan, listen to the entire episode today.

Recommended Reading:

Recommended Reading talked about in this broadcast: The Creature of Jekyll Island by G. Edward Griffin.

The 3 Personalities of Money®:

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Free Annuity Decision Guide:

STILL NOT SURE WHAT ANNUITIES ARE BEST FOR YOU? Get the Annuity Decision Guide for Savers today by clicking here!

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This week’s words of wisdom:

"You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help other people get what they want."  - Zig Ziglar

Because Americans, en masse, participate in Qualified Plans without having all the details of how they actually work, many soon-to-be retirees are finding that their 401ks are falling short in means of future comfort.

This week, our host David Lukas dives into the topic of 401ks and what you, as an investor in your future, need to know before retirement. Throughout the hour, David explains and expands on the importance of understanding the negative implications of future taxation as well as the effect that hidden fees can and will have on your hard earned retirement funds. Important financial questions that David addresses this week:

1. What types of fees am I playing on my 401k?
2. How much of my 401k do I actually get to keep?
3. What are the external costs of my 401k?
4. How much in taxes do I pay if I want to cash in my 401k before I retire?
5. What are the differences between the internal, external, and eternal rates of return?

*This episode of the DL Show is filled with great information and tips on how you too can retire WorryFree® Listen to entire episode here online today! You won’t be sorry that you did! *Related DL Show with connectedly important information: I'm From the Government and I'm Here To Help With Your 401k

Did you know that just 2% in fees, over a lifetime, will slash your retirement account by 65%. Want to know how much you are paying in fees? Download your FREE Fee Disclosure Kit by visiting davidlukasfinancial.com today. Want to know exactly how David Lukas Financial can benefit you and your retirement portfolio—call all David Lukas, (501) 218-8880, to learn more about The WorryFree Retirement® process. It’s unlike anything else in the industry. David Lukas Financial is conveniently located in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

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