Arkansas Money Talk

09/24/2026

For many Americans, the only advice they’ve heard for retirement is save, save, save.
While that is essential, one overlooked part of our country's retirement conversation is protection.

What happens if you build up a decent nest egg and get sick, or an injury causes you to stop working earlier than you planned? Here are some tips to help answer that question.
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Millions of Americans have no protection for unexpected health costs in retirement. The answer isn't health insurance.

09/21/2026

Money sitting in the bank is safe, but it might not do you much good by the time you retire.

Having too much savings on the sidelines will prevent you from keeping pace with inflation in the years and decades ahead.

09/17/2026

Tune into Arkansas Money Talk to hear more about preparing for retirement, navigating financial decisions, and planning for the future.

09/14/2026

Life insurance is about more than a policy. It can be one way to help provide financial support for the people who matter most to you.

In recognition of Life Insurance Awareness Month, we’re taking a closer look at how life insurance works, what it can provide, and where it may fit into your overall financial plan.

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Life insurance provides financial protection by offering a payout to loved ones after your death, helping cover expenses, replace income, and secure their future.

09/10/2026

Odds are, your 401(k) value has climbed steadily over the years.

While that’s certainly a good thing, don’t let it lull you into a sense of complacency. What’s worked so far isn’t guaranteed to work in the future.

09/07/2026

Being independent gives Dale the freedom to approach financial planning differently.

Without pressure from a national headquarters to promote certain products, he can keep the conversation focused on the individual sitting across from him.

Catch more conversations like this on Arkansas Money Talk.

09/04/2026

Pensions and Social Security are disappearing at an alarming rate.

The good news is there are plenty of other guaranteed income streams that can last a lifetime – without relying on the sustainability of a government fund.

08/28/2026

Let's be honest.

Money can be awkward to talk about.

That's one reason Mark believes those conversations should feel comfortable, relatable, and judgment-free.

08/23/2026

Americans can claim Social Security as early as 62, but doing so reduces their benefits by up to 30% compared with those claiming at 67.

Read up on why taking Social Security early isn’t always better.
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More than a quarter of Americans first claim Social Security benefits at age 62, permanently diminishing their retirement payments.

08/21/2026

We’ve been trained to make as much money as we can our entire lives.

As retirement approaches, the priority shifts from accumulation to preservation. Many people have a hard time with that transition, but at RetirePath Wealth, navigating people through the process is one of our greatest strengths.