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Guidance Point values your privacy. For more information, view our Privacy Policy. Required fields are indicated by an asterisk (\*). # The Ready.Set.Retire! Blog [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2096.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/96) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 096: The Guidance Point Advisors Culture Code](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/96) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 22 May 2024 ## Executive Summary We are back! After taking a little bit of a break here in 2024 we are excited to have a new episode to share. Our firm has been growing and as businesses grow, you resource up, and... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/96) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2095.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/95) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 095: Can I Predict If I'll Need Long-Term Care Insurance?](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/95) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 03 January 2024 ## Executive Summary When we sit down with our clients, one of the greatest fears in retirement is needing Long-Term Care services as we age. But our long-term care needs are often undefined. We don’t... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/95) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2094.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/94) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 094: What to Do When Things REALLY Don't Go as Planned](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/94) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 20 December 2023 ## Executive Summary On today’s episode, we venture into a topic that all of us know one way or another, adversity. Throughout our lives, we spend countless hours planning for monumental life goals. We... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/94) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2093.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/93) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 093: What's the Future of Real Estate in Maine and Nationally?](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/93) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 06 December 2023 ## Executive Summary Maine offers a lot of unique opportunities for those looking to acquire real estate. Whether you're interested in growing your real estate portfolio, purchasing a rental property,... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/93) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2092.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/92) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 092: Preserving Our Memories for Generations](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/92) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 18 October 2023 ## Executive Summary We often hear that our clients are sifting through old pictures, VHS tapes, DVDs, YouTube videos, etc., and are looking for a way to keep their memories alive over time, but it all... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/92) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2091.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/91) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 091: Using Functional Fitness to Successfully Age in our Homes](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/91) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 29 September 2023 ## Executive Summary When we sit down with many of our clients, one of their greatest fears is not being able to stay in their homes for the duration of their retirement. So, if that’s one of the... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/91) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2090.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/90) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 090:  Bringing Your Lifelong Invention Idea to Market](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/90) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 15 September 2023 ## Executive Summary One thing we know about retirees is that while they’ve left the workforce, they have many useful skills and want to find something to do that gives purpose and hopefully adds a few... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/90) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2089.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/89) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 089:  Reinventing Yourself in Your Retirement Years](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/89) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 31 August 2023 ## Executive Summary In our meetings with retirees, they sometimes express to us that they feel lost. What previously gave them purpose in their career was no longer there and they sometimes lack... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/89) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2088.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/88) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 088:  Focusing on Emotional Wellness to Fully Enjoy Our Lives](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/88) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 16 August 2023 ## Executive Summary For this episode and we want you to think about the following. I’m nearing retirement and I’ve been working a job or career for my ENTIRE LIFE that doesn’t allow me to be an... [Read More](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/88) [![](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/hubfs/Episode%2087.png)](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/87) ## [The Retirement Success in Maine Podcast Ep 087:  Organize Your Space to Unlock Your Life](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/87) [Benjamin Smith, CFA](https://blog.guidancepointllc.com/author/benjamin-smith-cfa) 02 August 2023 ## Executive Summary Retirement is a significant milestone in one's life, a time to embrace newfound freedom and embark on new adventures. However, along with this exciting phase comes the challenge of... 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