The Retirement Engineer with Jim Kruzan - Your Path to a Bigger, Bolder Retirement

The Retirement Engineer with Jim Kruzan - Your Path to a Bigger, Bolder Retirement


Latest Episodes

5 Signs You Should Ditch DIY Retirement Planning (Ep. 38)
May 13, 2025

What are the clear signs its time to stop DIYing your retirement planning? Here are the five indicators that call for professional guidance. Jim Kruzan, CFP, CRPC, unravels the complexities of ret

How Tariffs Can Impact Your Investments and Retirement Plan (Ep. 37)
April 29, 2025

What do tariffs mean for your retirement savings and investments? Is it still okay to retire right now? In this episode, Jim Kruzan, CFP, CRPC, tackles the often-overlooked world of tariffs and thei

Unmasking AI Scams with Former FBI Special Agent Jeff Lanza (Ep.36)
April 08, 2025

How can artificial intelligence threaten your retirement savings? In this episode, Jim Kruzan, CFP, CRPC, welcomes former FBI Special Agent Jeff Lanza, an expert in cybercrime and fraud prevention,

Your Biggest Lifetime Expense? Taxes. Here’s How to Pay Less and Save More with Dylan Stewart, CFP®, CPA (Ep. 35)
February 26, 2025

How does your savings strategy impact your financial future, particularly with tax season looming and new contribution limits set for 2025? Jim KruzanCFP, CRPC and guest Dylan Stewart, a Certified F

Making Financial Resolutions Stick (Ep. 34)
February 12, 2025

Starting the year with financial resolutions is common, but making them stick is the real challenge. How can you ensure your goals turn into lasting habits? In this episode, Jim Kruzan, CFP, CRPC,

The Most Impactful #BiggerBolderRetirement Discussions of the Year (Ep.33)
December 24, 2024

Its time to reflect on the invaluable insights from the very best episodes throughout the year, featuring top experts who simplify financial complexities and share actionable strategies. Join Jim Kru

Strategies for Investors as Trump Begins His Second Term (Ep.32)
December 10, 2024

How have markets historically reacted to a change in U.S. presidency, and what can you do to safeguard your future investments? With Donald Trumps return to the White House, understanding the marke

Divorce & Its Impact on Retirement Planning with Julia Black (Ep. 31)
November 20, 2024

Divorce can be a financial earthquake, especially when it comes to retirement planning. The emotional toll is high, but the financial stakes are even highersplitting assets like 401(k)s, pensions, a

The Balancing Act of College Savings Versus Retirement Savings with Darren Brennan (Ep. 30)
October 09, 2024

What if you could save for both your childs education and your retirement without feeling torn? Join us for this episode of The Retirement Engineer as Jim Kruzan, CFP, CRPC, Senior Wealth Adviso

The Power of Tax Pro Formas with Dylan Stewart (Ep. 29)
September 19, 2024

Have you ever wished you could predict your tax bill before it arrives? Tax pro formas could help you do just that. Join Jim Kruzan, CFP, CRPC, and returning guest Dylan Stewart, CFP, CPA, for an e