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Retirement ResultsAuthor: Active Wealth Management
Welcome to Retirement Results! Each week, Ford Stokes and his team of fiduciary advisors help educate pre-retirees, retirees and business owners on ways to better protect and grow their hard-earned money. With 37 trillion in national debt and counting, many economists believe that taxes are likely to increase in the future, affecting retirees for decades to come. Ford and his team will help you build a smart plan that is TAX-efficient, FEE-efficient and MARKET-efficient. Listen to the show: New episodes drop every weekend on your favorite podcast app. Featured on Forbes, AM 920 the Answer, WDUN, Fox Business, RSSA and more! Listeners Call Us at (770) 685-1777 For More Info: RetirementResults.com Learn More About Us: ActiveWealth.com Language: en-us Genres: Business, Education, How To, Investing Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Podcast Extra: Emergency Savings Strategies—Building a Safety Net Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Tuesday, 3 February, 2026
Retirement.Radio's Matt McClure sits down with Rod Griffin, Senior Director of Consumer Education and Advocacy at Experian, for a practical and timely conversation about emergency savings. With rising living costs, recent holiday spending, and ongoing debt repayment putting pressure on household budgets, many Americans struggle to set money aside for unexpected expenses. Matt and Rod break down common emergency fund guidelines—ranging from three to six months of expenses or more—while emphasizing that the most important step is simply getting started. Rather than focusing on intimidating savings targets, the discussion highlights the value of small, consistent contributions that build momentum over time. The conversation also explores actionable strategies for freeing up cash flow, including tracking expenses, reducing recurring bills, and using available tools to identify unused subscriptions or high-cost credit options. Matt and Rod wrap up by connecting emergency savings to long-term financial stability, stressing the importance of automation, protecting credit health, and taking full advantage of employer-matched retirement contributions. Host: Retirement.Radio’s Matt McClureGuest: Rod Griffin, Senior Director of Consumer Education and Advocacy at Experian Schedule your complimentary Social Security and retirement consultation:www.activewealth.com/plan -- Call us now: (770) 685-1777Catch up on past episodes: retirementresults.com/podcastsWatch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RetirementResults -- About Retirement Results:Welcome to Retirement Results! Each week, Ford Stokes and his team of fiduciary advisors help educate pre-retirees, retirees and business owners on ways to better protect and grow their hard-earned money. With $37 trillion in national debt and counting, many economists believe that taxes are likely to increase in the future, affecting retirees for decades to come. Ford and his team will help you build a smart plan that is TAX-efficient, FEE-efficient and MARKET-efficient.
