Turning 65 opens a new season of life—and with it comes some of the most important financial and healthcare decisions you'll ever make. In this episode of Finishing Well, Certified Financial Planner Hans Scheil and co-host Robbie Dilmore continue their Financial Plan Series by exploring Medicare, IRMAA (Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount), and how these choices fit into a comprehensive retirement strategy.

Hans walks through the key Medicare decisions every retiree faces, including the differences between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans, the importance of Medicare Supplement coverage, and why your initial enrollment period can create opportunities that may never come again. Using the real-life financial planning case of Tom and Susan, listeners will learn how Medicare decisions affect healthcare costs, retirement income planning, tax strategies, and long-term financial security.

The discussion also covers Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, common enrollment mistakes, and strategies for managing or potentially reducing costly IRMAA surcharges. Through personal experiences and practical examples, Hans and Robbie highlight how choosing the right Medicare coverage can protect both your health and your retirement savings.

Whether you're approaching age 65, already enrolled in Medicare, or helping a loved one navigate retirement healthcare decisions, this episode provides valuable insights to help you make informed choices and avoid costly mistakes.

Topics Covered:

• Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage
• Medicare Supplement (Plan G) coverage
• Open enrollment opportunities and deadlines
• Medicare Part D prescription drug plans
• Understanding IRMAA and Medicare premiums
• Healthcare planning as part of a complete retirement strategy
• Real-world retirement planning case study

Learn how thoughtful Medicare planning can help you finish well in retirement.

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode! This week is part 2 of 8 in our retirement financial planning series, covering social security.

Don't forget to get your copy of "The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement" on Amazon or on CardinalGuide.com for free!

You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans@cardinalguide.com or calling 919-535-8261. Learn more at CardinalGuide.com. Find us on YouTube: Cardinal Advisors.

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode! This week begins the first in a series of 8 episodes on retirement financial planning.

Don't forget to get your copy of "The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement" on Amazon or on CardinalGuide.com for free!

You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans@cardinalguide.com or calling 919-535-8261. Learn more at CardinalGuide.com. Find us on YouTube: Cardinal Advisors.