Mastering Your Money with Gary Mastrodonato
Gary Mastrodonato 132 episodes Oct 26, 2026
Mastering Your Money with Gary Mastrodonato is a weekly podcast about retirement planning, wealth management, and paying for long-term care without going broke. Gary draws on more than 40 years of experience to help clients design plans aimed at ensuring they never run out of money in retirement. The show also covers insurance strategies for securing long-term nursing care and mentions working with top coaches to build plans. More information is available at masterswealth.com.
Episodes
Lifetime Income You Can't Outlive
In this episode Gary discusses lifetime income.
Il Dolce far Niente - The Sweet Nothing
In this episode discusses Il Dolce far Niente, the sweet nothing. Also how to pay for long term care and not running out of money in retirement.
The Widow's Retirement Plan
In this episode Gary discusses financial planning for the widow who's left behind.
How To Have A Confident Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses strategies for a confident and comfortable retirement, Also how to not run out of money before you run out of life.
Reverse Mortgages - The Retirement Asset Many People Overlook.
In this episode Gary welcomes Don Graves tot he show to talk about reverse mortgages.
The Retirees Biggest Worry - Running Out Of Money
In this episode Gary discusses the retirees biggest worry - running out of money before running out of life.
The Retirement Wrecker - A Long Term Care Need
In this episode Gary discusses the retirement wrecker - a need for long term care. Gary talks about his plan for paying for this major expense.
The Biggest Fear Is Not Death - It's Running Out Of Money
In this episode Gary discusses not running out of money, paying for health care, and handling long-term care expenses.
Is Your Retirement Plan Able To Fund A 30 Year Retirement?
In this episode Gary discusses whether your retirement plan is able to fund a 30 year retirement.
Guaranteed Income You Cannot Outlive
In this episode Gary discusses guaranteed income you can't outlive. Also the 5 major retirement risks you must watch out for when you retire.
No 2nd Chances For Retirement Success
In this episode Gary's theme is no second chances for retirement success. he also discusses not running out of money in retirement and health care expenses.
Building A Retirement Income You Cannot Outlive
In this episode Gary discusses inflation taking a bigger bite out of your paycheck. Also building retirement income, and planning for long-term care.
Your Retirement Readiness Checklist
In this episode Gray discusses the state of the market and your retirement readiness checklist.
Exploring Housing Wealth And How To Access It
In this episode Gary discusses housing wealth and the use of the reverse mortgage.
Taxes, IRA's, and Keeping Your Money Safe
In this episode Gary discusses taxes, IRA;s, and keeping money safe.
Don't Run Out Of Money In Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses the fear of running out of money and building a strong foundation for your retirement house
Retirement Plans Have Changed In The Past 15 to 20 Years - Is Your Plan Updated?
In this episode Gary discusses the ways retirement plans have changed in the past 15 to 20 years and protecting what you've built more important than future returns.
The IRS And The One Big Beautiful Bill
In this episode Gary welcomes Patricia Gentile, CPA, Attorney, and Tax Resolution Expert to talk about tax implications in the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Is Your Annuity Performing As Well As It Could?
in this episode gary discusses strategies to not running got of money in retirement and looking at your annuity and possibly trading it for a better deal.
Long Term Care Planning
In this episode Gary discusses taxes and tax planning, long-term care planning, and tapping into housing wealth.
Getting A Second Opinion On Your Retirement Plan.
In this episode Gary discusses getting a second opinion on your retirement plan.
You Could Be Missing Out On Record High Annuity Bonuses.
In this episode Gary discusses the record high bonus money some annuities are offering. he also talks about retirement distribution and paying for long term care.
How You Can Retire Two Years Early
In this episode Gary discusses how he can retire you two years earlier than you thought possible.
5 Retirement Fears And How To Conquer Them
In this episode Gary discusses 5 retirement fears and how to conquer them.
The 20 Minute Millionaire
In this episode Gary discusses how he can make you a millionaire in 20 minutes.
Making Your Retirement Happier and Safer Than Ever Before
In this episode Gary discusses the basics of a good retirement, who you're investing for, keeping your moeny safe, and paying for long term care.
Safe Money Strategies For Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses current events, the markets, AI for financial planning, and safe money strategies.
How To Handle IRS Problems
In this episode, Gary's guest is Patricia Gentile, CPA and Attorney, who calls on her 40 years experience helping people deal with IRS problems.
Reverse Mortgages Explained
In this episode Gary chats with Don Graves, an authority on reverse mortgages, and explains the process and benefits.
Keeping An Eye On Your Retirement Savings And Keeping It Safe
In this episode Gary discusses Memorial Day, keeping track of your retirement savings, and keeping your money safe.
Staying In Control Of Your Retirement Savings
In this episode Gary discusses tariff deals, market volatility. estate and legacy planning, and the importance of updating beneficiaries.
Adding Certainty To Your Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses how he can add some certainty to your retirement plan in an uncertain economy.
Tariffs and the Market and Keeping Your Money Safe
In this episode Gary discusses the drop in the market, keeping your money safe, and running out of money.
The Risk Associated With Losing A Spouse In Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses losing a spouse in retirement, the market in general, and keeping your money safe.
Warning Signs The Economy is Struggling and a Recession Is Possible
In this episode Gary discusses the state of the economy and markets. He also talks about Keeping your investments safe.
Keeping Your Retirement Savings Safe
in this episode Gary discusses the tools he uses to keep your retirement savings safe.
Getting Certainty n Retirement.
In this episode Gary discusses certainty in retirement.
Maximizing Your Retirement Income
In this episode Gary discusses strategies to maximizing your income in retirement.
Financial Plan For The Surviving Spouse
In this episode Gary discusses that when he does a retirement plan for a couple, he's really making sure that the surviving spouse is taken care of.
The S & ME 500!
In this episode Gary discusses tradi ng the S%P 500 for the the S% ME 500.
The Holiday Show
In this episode gary discusses the market, most common things people going into retirement need answers for, keeping money safe, and long term care.
Stress Testing Your Retirement Plan
In this episode Gary discusses stress testing your retirement plan.
Trump 2.0 - What Could We Expect Moving Forward.
In this episode Gary discusses what Trump's second term could mean for us. He also discusses keeping money safe from the markets.
Don't Run Out Of Money In Retirement
In this episode Gary talks about 40-plus years of experience and what it's taught him. He also discusses creating money where there is none, and paying for health expenses in retirement.
Dealing With Market Risk
In this episode Gary discusses why experience is so important in a financial planner, risk of being in the market, and ways to pay for health and long term care.
Taking Control of Your Retirement Journey
Take Control Of Your Retirement
In this episode Gary talks about taking control of your retirement.
What Is The Purpose Of Your Money?
In this episode Gary discusses the purpose of your money, along with keeping your money safe from market turmoil.
What Do You Do When "Stuff" Happens And Derails Your Retirement Plans?
In this episode Gary discusses the things that can happen that affect your retirement plans.
Don't Run Out Of Money Before You Run Out Of Time.
In this episode Gary discusses not running out of money and long term care.
Get A Second Opinion On Your Retirement Plan
In this 4th of July show Gary discusses getting a second opinion on your retirement plan and discusses long term care plans.
The Taxman Cometh
In this episode Gary discusses taxes and long term care.
The 5 Things You Need To Do Before Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses the 5 things you need to take care of before retiring.
Creating Money
In this episode Gary discusses creating money, inflation, lifetime income, and long term care.
Inflation - The Silent Killer Of Your Retirement
In this episode Gary discusses the effects of inflation on your retirement and paying for long term care.
Retirement Planning Is Not A DIY Project
In this episode Gary discusses why retirement planning is not something you should try on your own.
Outliving Your Money
In this episode Gary discusses worrying about outliving your money and paying for long term care. Also we welcome our newest station, WGUF in Naples Florida.
You Have The Key
In this episode Gary discusses how you have the key to your retirement success. Also he talks about his long term care plan.
Biggest Mistakes Retirees Make
In this episode Gary discusses the biggest mistakes retirees make.
Explaining The Use Of A Reverse Mortgage
In this episode Gary welcomes Don Graves, an authority on the uses of a reverse mortgage.
7 Mistakes That Retirees Make
In this episode Gary discusses 7 mistakes that retirees make, along with keeping your money safe and a plan to pay for long-term care.
Keeping Your Retirement Money Safe In These Volatile Times
In this episode Gary discusses keeping your money safe, paying for retirement, and paying for long term care.
Happy New Year - Welcome 2024.
In this episode Gary discusses the new year and what it may bring.
It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas
In tis episode Gary talks about Christmas, the passing of Charlie Munger, longevity risk, and paying for long term care.
Inflation and Long Term Care
In this episode Gary talks about inflation continuing to be an issue, Tv entertainers who are not licensed financial pros, and a segment called, "For Ladies Only."
The Holiday Season Is Here - Gifting Ideas
In this episode Gary discusses the holiday season and gifting.
For Ladies Only
In this episode Gary discusses the effect of rising inflation on your retirement and a special segment, "For Ladies Only," on women's issues as a surviving spouse in retirement planning.
Tax Increases Are On The Horizon.
In this episode, Gary discusses tax increase coming soon to help pay down the national debt, retirement accounts dropping in value, and keeping your money safe. For your complimentary chat with Gary about your plan, call 252-249- 0100.
Keeping Your Money Safe In A Volatile Market
In this episode Gary discusses keeping your money safe in this volatile time in America and around the world and making you a 20-minute millionaire.
How To Deal With The "Triple Whammy"
In this episode Gary discusses how to avoid what he calls the "Triple Whammy," also safe money strategies for these turbulent times, and his "20-Minute Millionaire" technique.
Turmoil In The Market - What's New?
In this episode Gary talks about the state of the market, inflation, recession, and the 20-minute millionaire.
Keeping Your Money Safe In A Ravaged Market
In this episode Gary discusses inflation, the economy, keeping you money safe in an uncertain market, and his 20 minute millionaire strategy.
Inflation - It's On The Rise Again!
In this episode Gary discusses inflation gong back up and what it means to you. Also strategies to keep your money safe in a volatile market, and his "20-Minute Millionaire" plan.
It's A Pumpkin Spice Retirement
In this episode gary talks about keeping your safe in this turbulent market and economy.
Dealing With Rising Interest Rates and Inflation
In this episode Gary discusses dealing with rising interest rates and inflation in a financial plan.
The Probability Of Success In Achieving A Successful Retirement
In this episode Gary talks about Labor Day and the probability of success of your retirement plan.
Making You A Millionaire and Advice From A Seven Year Old
In this episode Gary discusses how he can make you a millionaire and welcomes his 7-year old grandson, Jackson to the show to talk about money.
Gary Can Help You Become A Millionaire
In this episode Gary talks about the uses for insurance and how he can make you a millionaire.
Are Your Beneficiaries Up To Date
In this episode Gary talk about inflation, keeping your money safe, and the beneficiaries of your will or trust.
Gary's Birthday Offering To You
It's Gary's birthday, but he's giving you the gift of not running out of money before you run out of time.
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