On today's episode of Great Points, Matt talks about what to do when the kids "leave the nest." The time between kids leaving the house and reaching retirement is a time of change for most couples. How do you make sure your kids are prepared for adulthood? What type of financial help, if any, should you give them if you are able? What should you do with all of your newfound time and money? Matt offers some perspective and some examples that can help you navigate the Empty Nest.

On today's episode, Matt talks about planning for longevity. As financial planners, we are trained to create plans through age 95 or 100. There are a lot of nuances to doing so, but there is also a lesson buried in the exercise: you can have higher quality of living through age 95 or 100 by thinking through some key pieces of the puzzle. What are the things you want to do and people you want to spend time with? What can you do today to prioritize health and wellness? What type of impact do you want to have with your money, whether that's family, charity, or community? Money is a piece of the puzzle, but it does not need to be the driving force of your longevity plan.

On today's episode of Great Points, Matt talks about building financial competence. Much like improving your physical fitness, knowledge only goes so far. Turning your financial literacy into a weekly habit is a great way to nudge yourself into making progress. Whether it's just checking your weekly spending, making recurring savings or investments, or anything else you've been meaning to do but "just haven't gotten to," making a commitment to yourself and telling someone else about it is a great step towards accountability.