# Ready, Set, Retire! Planning for retirement is not a guessing game. Now is the time to plan! What have you done to protect yourself from another recession? Can you afford to ride the waves of a volatile market? When the paychecks stop but the bills keep coming, how are you going to maintain your lifestyle? For more than 30 years, retirement income specialist Steve Anzuoni of Fairway Financial, Inc has been using customized strategies to help people just like you build a successful retirement that includes… Page: Feed: --- ## [Can Your Retirement Plan Survive the Next Market Shock?](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/can-your-retirement-plan-survive-the-next-market-shock) _2026-08-18_ What happens when chasing the latest market trend puts your retirement plan at risk? Steve Anzuoni explains why diversification, sustainable income, and long-term planning matter more than following investment hype. He discusses the importance of cash flow in retirement, Roth conversion strategies, the growing focus on income solutions, and common mistakes people make when preparing for longer… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/7b422b68-e2ee-48ce-9ed9-b4a900f0fa25/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [Boomers, Markets, and the Income Question That Matters Most](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/boomers-markets-and-the-income-question-that-matters-most) _2026-08-11_ Will the retirement wave of baby boomers reshape the markets, or is the bigger challenge creating income that lasts? Steve Anzuoni discusses why retirement planning may be about more than market performance, including longevity, withdrawal strategies, inflation, risk management, and the importance of balancing growth with dependable income. They explore concerns surrounding the 4% rule, planning… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/7bacc001-a409-4ab5-9443-b4a300470fa8/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [Can AI Really Plan Your Retirement?](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/can-ai-really-plan-your-retirement) _2026-08-04_ Can artificial intelligence really help you plan for retirement, or is it missing the most important part of the conversation? Steve Anzoni explores a recent study showing how AI-generated financial guidance can vary widely and explains why retirement planning requires more than algorithms and generic answers. He discusses the value of personalized advice, Social Security decisions, Medicare… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/a047e9c9-d6bc-4d9a-b531-b49b00f6c340/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [The Retirement Tool More Advisors Are Finally Talking About](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/the-retirement-tool-more-advisors-are-finally-talking-about) _2026-07-28_ What if the most overlooked retirement tool is making a comeback just when uncertainty has retirees on edge? Steve Anzuoni explains why more advisors are turning to annuities as part of retirement income planning and discusses the importance of steady cash flow, avoiding emotional investment decisions, and creating a written retirement strategy. He also explores why many retirees regret waiting… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/1b0fbd00-3ec8-4e66-862b-b49200195623/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [You Don't Need $1 Million to Retire? Here's Why](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/you-dont-need-1-million-to-retire-heres-why) _2026-07-21_ Do you really need a million dollars to retire, or is that number distracting you from what matters most? Steve Anzuoni challenges the common retirement benchmark and explains why retirement success is often driven by reliable income rather than account balances. He discusses the 4% withdrawal rule, guaranteed lifetime income annuities, lessons from market downturns, and concerns about Social… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/276f2ec2-b674-47c6-9493-b48d00f38251/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [Do You Really Know What’s in Your Retirement Plan?](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/do-you-really-know-what-s-in-your-retirement-plan) _2026-07-07_ What if the biggest retirement mistake isn't choosing the wrong annuity-but not understanding what you already own? Steve Anzuoni breaks down why annuities create so much confusion, how retirees can avoid costly planning mistakes, and why guaranteed income plays a critical role in long-term retirement confidence. He shares a real-world example of aligning income and long-term care concerns,… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/4d243126-9d3a-4e7a-b5b4-b48000f04ab2/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [Stop Hoarding Wealth—Start Funding Your Life](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/stop-hoarding-wealth-start-funding-your-life) _2026-06-23_ Are you saving for retirement-or saving yourself from actually living it? This episode explores how fear of running out of money leads many to hoard wealth instead of creating meaningful experiences. Steve Anzuoni discusses shifting the focus from accumulation to income, using strategies that prioritize steady cash flow, tax-efficient wealth transfer, and personal fulfillment. From guaranteed… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/2285ec41-c041-45e0-a787-b46e00e5c2ff/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [The Retirement Paycheck That Changes Everything](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/the-retirement-paycheck-that-changes-everything) _2026-06-16_ What if retirement confidence came down to one thing-your paycheck? Steve Anzuoni breaks down why income planning-not market performance-is the foundation of a steady retirement. He explains how combining income strategies with wealth management can reduce guesswork, create reliable cash flow, and help address inflation concerns. From guaranteed lifetime income to being proactive with savings and… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/80d7d2ef-900a-4cf7-91ad-b46b011df972/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [Your 401(k) Was Never Meant to Be Your Paycheck](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/your-401-k-was-never-meant-to-be-your-paycheck) _2026-06-09_ What if your retirement plan isn't built to replace your paycheck? This episode breaks down why 401(k)s alone may fall short and how retirement really comes down to creating reliable income. Steve Anzuoni explains the gap between expectations and reality, the risks of relying on hypothetical projections, and why income planning-not just saving-is critical. From Social Security timing to building a… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/445c123e-81f9-42c9-9aba-b46400edb4ef/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e) ## [PixelRift — Platforming with Level Editor (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QjIUbfydC7L1) _2026-06-09 · **Sponsored**_ Includes a built-in level editor, campaign with elemental heroes, and boss encounters. ## [The Roth IRA Rule Change That Could Reshape Your Plan](https://omny.fm/shows/ready-set-retire/the-roth-ira-rule-change-that-could-reshape-your-plan) _2026-06-02_ Could your retirement plan be quietly costing you more than you realize? Steve Anzuoni breaks down the surprising pros and cons of moving retirement funds, including proposed changes to Roth IRA rules and what they could mean for your control and taxes. He highlights the hidden impact of fees, the importance of tax planning over guesswork, and why relying on workplace-only advice can lead to… [Listen](https://p.podderapp.com/1060480820/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/17c800ba-ea44-4653-a3a3-b06100186fcf/f34a7fe4-a235-4a75-8c7d-b0a500e9286b/9246065e-afa3-410f-bb35-b45d004d5198/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=d7ef48dd-4d7d-4df5-8378-b0a500e9287e)