Episodes

  • Tax Strategies - March 21, 2026

    Tax Strategies - March 21, 2026
    Mar 22 2026
    Chris and Dan take a look at various planning strategies you can use to save on taxes, including charitable giving programs, mixing traditional and Roth accounts and other items you may not be familiar with.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    52 mins
  • The Retirement Paycheck Predicament

    The Retirement Paycheck Predicament
    Mar 14 2026
    Is retirement security just a relic of the past? With pensions fading and workers facing a patchwork of 401(k)s and IRAs, today’s retirees must solve the challenge of creating a steady paycheck from unpredictable savings. This episode explores the crucial decisions, hidden pitfalls, and planning strategies at stake, setting the stage for a journey from financial anxiety to clarity. Discover why the income floor you build—and how you build it—could shape your retirement more than any single investment choice.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    51 mins
  • The Retirement Tightrope: Balancing Risk, Reward and Confidence

    The Retirement Tightrope: Balancing Risk, Reward and Confidence
    Mar 7 2026
    Is your retirement plan standing between risky market tumbles and runaway inflation? Discover why so many retirees feel like they’re walking a financial tightrope—and how the balance can be more elusive than you think. Join Chris Harlow as he unpacks emotional triggers, hidden portfolio leaks, and the “Goldilocks zone” for peace of mind. Which overlooked strategies could tip the scales in your favor? The answers may challenge everything you’ve been told about staying safe and growing your nest egg.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    50 mins
  • Retirement Under Siege - February 28, 2026

    Retirement Under Siege - February 28, 2026
    Feb 28 2026
    Inflation, market volatility and a reshaped tax code are converging to create both opportunities and hidden traps for retirement planning in today's landscape. Dan takes a look at each of these, and the reasons to use your portfolio to build a solid retirement plan that can navigate the traps surrounding the economy while taking advantage of opportunites to save on taxes and more.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    52 mins
  • The Blueprint Before the Hammer - February 21, 2026

    The Blueprint Before the Hammer - February 21, 2026
    Feb 27 2026
    In the current financial landscape, many retirees find themselves collecting financial instruments such as stocks, mutual funds, and other holdings, but don't have a cohesive blueprint to build the retirement they desire. Dan takes a look at why having a portfolio is not the same as having a true retirement plan, and discusses the ways to help make that happen.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    50 mins
  • From 401(k) to Paycheck: The New Retirement Reality - February 14, 2026

    From 401(k) to Paycheck: The New Retirement Reality - February 14, 2026
    Feb 14 2026
    What happens when the safety net you expected is gone, and your 401(k) is your only lifeline for a decades-long retirement? In this episode, we confront the daunting transition from saver to spender and expose the hidden pitfalls that threaten your nest egg—tax traps, inflation’s slow drain, and the risks of market downturns. With new tax laws reshaping the landscape and traditional pensions disappearing, you’ll discover why today’s retirees face uncharted territory, and which strategies might help you build lasting income security in an era of uncertainty. The answers may surprise you—but the questions you’re not asking could matter most.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    51 mins
  • Tax Strategies: Keeping More of Your Retirement Dollars - February 7, 2026

    Tax Strategies: Keeping More of Your Retirement Dollars - February 7, 2026
    Feb 8 2026
    Dan takes a look at various strategies to use to help save on taxes and keep more money in your pocket.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    54 mins
  • Bridging Dreams and Financial Reality - January 31, 2026

    Bridging Dreams and Financial Reality - January 31, 2026
    Feb 1 2026
    Recent surveys reveal a huge disconnect between what people believe they need for retirement and their actual progress toward saving to get there. Today Chris and Dan discuss the challenges of today's retirement landscape, and some of the new strategies you can use to help get potential retirees to the area they need to be to live their post-working dreams.

    The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.
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    51 mins