Retirement Approved with Matt Paul & Steve Paul

About Retirement Approved with Matt Paul & Steve Paul

Welcome to "Retirement Approved," the go-to podcast for anyone looking to secure their financial future. Hosted by Matt Paul and Steve Paul, Certified Financial Planners (CFP®) at RW Paul & Associates in Novi, Michigan, this show is your ultimate guide to understanding and preparing for retirement. Join us as we delve into the essentials of retirement planning. With their extensive knowledge and experience, Matt and Steve will help you evaluate how prepared you are for retirement, identify any gaps in your current plans, and provide you with the crucial information and education you need for a financially secure future. "Retirement Approved" isn't just about planning; it's about getting you retirement-ready. Whether you're early in your career, nearing retirement, or already retired, our discussions are tailored to help listeners at any stage. We'll cover a range of topics, from investment strategies to retirement income planning, ensuring you're well-equipped to make informed decisions. And it's not just about the what and the when; it's also about the who. Matt and Steve will explain the importance of working with the right financial advisor. They believe that the right guidance is key to a successful retirement journey. Tune in to "Retirement Approved" and take the first step towards a retirement plan that's not just good, but retirement-approved. Subscribe now and join a community dedicated to achieving financial peace of mind. Get in touch at https://www.rwpaul.com/ and 248-305-9911.

Publisher

Matt Paul & Steve Paul

Category

business · business · business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Feb 2024

Latest episode

27 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Aug 2026

   Mid-Year Market Update: What’s Driving Returns in 2026 So Far

   🎯 Not sure where you stand with your retirement plan? Schedule your Complete Planning Review: https://www.rwpaul.com/complete-planning-review Get an inside look at how the team is navigating a volatile year in markets while still focusing on retirement-focused outcomes. Matt is joined by special guest Bepin Serraj, CFA, for a mid-year look at how different strategies are performing and where adjustments are being made. The bigger takeaway is that staying diversified and disciplined still matt...

2. 

   14 May 2026

   Our New Retirement Resource for Ford, GM & Stellantis Employees

   🎯 Not sure where you stand with your retirement plan? Schedule your Complete Planning Review: https://www.rwpaul.com/complete-planning-review Matt and Steve share a brand-new free resource built specifically for Ford, GM, and Stellantis employees preparing for retirement. In this episode, they walk through their new website, explain the updated Auto Worker’s Guide to Lump Sum Pensions, and break down some of the biggest financial decisions auto workers face. From pension versus lump sum choic...

3. 

   2 Apr 2026

   Financial Hot Takes Under the Microscope

   🎯 Not sure where you stand with your retirement plan? Schedule your Complete Planning Review: https://www.rwpaul.com/complete-planning-review Everyone’s got an opinion about money (especially the people with a book deal or a TV show). Some of that advice is useful, and some of it sounds better on a stage than it works in real life. Today, Matt & Steve put these popular financial opinions under the microscope. Financial hot takes can be entertaining, motivating, and occasionally… unhinged....

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

232,499

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 30 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

13

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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