On this episode of Watts on Wealth, Barry Watts, Jeremy Zikafoose, and Amy Sharp break down what’s really going on with recession fears, inflation, and the constant stream of economic headlines.

They explain why recessions are a normal part of the cycle, what stagflation actually means, and why most people don’t need to panic when the market shifts. The conversation also covers how to think about liquidity, why stopping 401(k) contributions can be a mistake, and how to position your retirement plan to handle uncertainty.

The focus stays on what you can control—your strategy, your risk level, and your long-term plan—rather than trying to predict the next headline.



Be sure to listen to Watts on Wealth with Barry Watts every Sunday at 8:30am on Springfield’s Talk 104.1 FM

- 072. The Retirement Paycheck Predicament -

J. Barry Watts

Springfield’s WealthCare Corporation

Bad financial habits are easy to ignore… until they start showing up in your retirement.

On this episode of Watts on Wealth, Amy Sharp sits down with Barry Watts and Jeremy Zickafoose to talk through the habits that can quietly throw a retirement plan off course, from avoiding a budget and letting lifestyle creep take over to overlooking taxes, fees, and the real cost of waiting too long to plan. Along the way, they break down why confidence matters, how small decisions add up over time, and what it really takes to build a retirement you can actually enjoy.



Be sure to listen to Watts on Wealth with Barry Watts every Sunday at 8:30am on Springfield’s Talk 104.1 FM

- 071. Retirement Income Planning -

J. Barry Watts

Springfield’s WealthCare Corporation

This week on Watts on Wealth, Barry Watts, Jeremy Zickafoose, and Amy Sharp break down the IRS “Dirty Dozen” tax scams, or as Barry prefers to call them, the Dusty Dozen. They cover phishing emails, bad social media tax advice, fake IRS account help, and fraudulent charities, along with practical ways to protect yourself and your money.

The conversation also dives into bigger retirement planning issues, including tax strategy, Medicare costs, long-term care expenses, and why waiting until tax season to think about taxes can be a costly mistake. With real stories, sharp opinions, and a little humor along the way, this episode is packed with insights to help you avoid scams and make smarter retirement decisions.

Be sure to listen to Watts on Wealth with Barry Watts every Sunday at 8:30am on Springfield’s Talk 104.1 FM

- 070. The Dirty Dozen -

J. Barry Watts

Springfield’s WealthCare Corporation