May 11, 2026

Episode 352 - Retirement Planning & Taxation: A Conversation with Bob Kievet

Episode 352 - Retirement Planning & Taxation: A Conversation with Bob Kievet
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In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo interviews Bob Kievit, a seasoned retirement planning expert, to explore strategies for optimizing wealth, minimizing taxes, and ensuring a secure income stream in retirement. They discuss the importance of deliberate asset structuring, tax management, and strategic distribution to achieve financial independence.

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Key Topics

Importance of strategic asset location and allocation
Tax-efficient withdrawal strategies
The impact of asset location on effective tax rates

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility
01:23 Focus on Income Streams, Not Just Asset Growth
02:11 Industry Evolution and Results in Financial Planning
04:24 The Six Critical Factors in Retirement Planning
05:55 Protection and Future Wealth Strategies
08:00 Maximizing Cash Flow in Retirement
09:23 Tax Strategies and Asset Location
12:37 The Importance of Asset Location and Pie Charts
14:44 Real Estate and Business Exit Planning
18:21 Retirement Accounts and Tax Implications
23:11 Understanding Tax Brackets and Effective Tax Rates
36:30 Managing Asset Allocation and Liquidity
38:08 The Impact of Market Corrections and Market Risk
39:08 The U.S. Tax System and Marginal Tax Brackets
42:55 Managing Effective Tax Rates in Retirement
45:29 Structuring Wealth for Optimal Tax and Cash Flow
46:20 The Future of Wealth and Retirement Planning
47:23 Asset Shifting and Strategic Repositioning
50:12 Distribution Strategies in Retirement
53:22 Closing Remarks and Resources