Wellesley, MA – February 15, 2012  - Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published an article on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) urging retirees to define the specific obstacles that they face. The article, titled “Why It’s All Different Today,” explains that gaining an objective perspective of your financial picture allows you to approach retirement with confidence.

Jack Phelps writes, “Developing and maintaining supreme financial confidence is more necessary and critical today than ever before.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire article can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/articles/why-its-all-different-today-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – February 7, 2012 – Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published a blog on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) urging retirees to ignore general, non-specific financial advice. The blog, titled “Putting ‘Rules of Thumb’ to Bed,” explains why you have to make financial decisions based on ‘your numbers’ only.

Jack Phelps writes, “If the consequences of blindly following rules of thumb like this weren’t so costly and dangerous, I’d settle for just saying they’re silly. However, the stakes are just too high.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire blog can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/blog/putting-rules-of-thumb-to-bed-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – January 20, 2012 – Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published an article on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) analyzing a recent example of media hysteria as it impacts many retirees. The article, titled “Protect Your Confidence,” explains the importance of objectively separating fact from fiction.

Jack Phelps writes, “I have two very important stories I’d like to share with you today. I strongly recommend that you settle in for a few minutes to read them because I think this article is as important as any I’ve shared with you this year.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire article can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/articles/protect-your-confidence-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – January 12, 2012 – Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published a blog on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) noting the importance of constant prioritizing and thoughtful planning. The blog, titled “Non Crisis Planning for a Terrific 2012,” urges retirees to crystallize their most important values and take control of their futures.

Jack Phelps writes, “As you objectively look around at all the people in you come into contact with, something becomes obvious: certain individuals are more successful and happy than others. Not only that, but in stark contrast to most people who’s optimism fades with age, these same individuals are more energetic, enthusiastic, and confident. There are many explanations for this, but the number one reason for a loss of momentum in retirement is a lack of prioritizing and goal setting.  Without it, everyone loses their sense of direction and confidence.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire blog can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/blog/non-crisis-planning-for-terrific-2012-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – January 2, 2012  - Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published a blog on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) discussing long term care insurance. The blog, titled “An Alternative to Long Term Care Insurance,” notes that many retirees are hesitant to purchase traditional long term care insurance for good reason.

Jack Phelps writes, “If you haven’t purchased long term care insurance up until now, why haven’t you done so? In most cases, if you really boil it down, it’s because you can’t stand the thought of paying all of those long term care insurance premiums and never collecting on the benefits if you don’t get sick and require care. If that’s true for you, I don’t blame you. It’s a significant amount of money to part with. However, if you haven’t bought long term care insurance, 100% of the financial risk still sits in your lap.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire blog can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/blog/an-alternative-to-long-term-care-insurance-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – December 26, 2011 – Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published an article on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) noting the potential benefits of ‘realizing’ capital losses. The article, titled “Year End Harvesting,” sets forth a strategy to help retirees maximize their tax benefits.

Jack Phelps writes, “As painful as realizing a capital loss is, the great news is you can recover a significant portion of your losses if handled properly. Unfortunately, most retirees do no planning whatsoever and just pay whatever their accountant tells them to pay.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire article can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/articles/year-end-harvesting-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – December 19, 2011  - Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published a blog on his website (http://www.theretirementcoach.com) examining the causes of sub-par investment performance. The blog, titled “Panic!” notes that the mass media tends to blow current events out of proportion and urges retirees to focus on making rational, long term decisions in spite of it.

Jack Phelps writes, “When you’re in the Panic phase, there is a complete sense that there is no price at which you can intelligently sell because it will always be lower tomorrow…and then lower again the next day after that.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire blog can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/blog/panic-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – December 9, 2011  - Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published an article on his website (www.theretirementcoach.com) reminding readers of the value of family, friends, health, and passions. The article, titled “A Mayonnaise Jar and Two Cups of Coffee,” urges retirees to focus on their true priorities in life.

Jack Phelps writes, “In honor of Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season, we’re going to take a sabbatical from our usual financial strategies so I can share a terrific story with you that I know you’ll want to share with your family today.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire article can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/articles/a-mayonnaise-jar-and-two-cups-of-coffee-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – December 2, 2011 – Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published a blog on his website (www.theretirementcoach.com) emphasizing the importance of staying out of the “Euphoria Zone”.  The blog, titled “Euphoria!,” explains that many retirees get carried away by excitement over the latest “hot” thing with horrendous consequences.

Jack Phelps writes, “The best way to identify this in anyone, including yourself, is when their identification of loss, or their definition of risk, is being outperformed by somebody else! They completely lose sight of their objectives and their plans and, instead, are attracted to the bright, shiny object of someone hitting a temporary investment home run.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire blog can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/blog/euphoria-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.

Wellesley, MA – November 28, 2011 – Jack Phelps, founder of The Relaxing Retirement Coach, a Retirement Coaching company, recently published an article on his website (www.theretirementcoach.com) examining the “performance gap” that exists between market returns and the returns actually realized by individual investors.   The article, titled “Performance Gap Reason #1,” explains that a major reason why this gap exists is due to focusing on the wrong “investment governing” issue:  protecting principal vs. protecting purchasing power.  

Jack Phelps writes, “What you can’t help but take away from those statistics is that, while it makes all the news, markets or bad investments are not our biggest problem. Far from it. The big problem is investor behavior which is driven by their ‘strategy’ or lack thereof.”

The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc. provides their members with the ‘missing structure’ they need to make a seamless and relaxing transition to their retirement years so they can confidently do everything they want to do without worrying about money.  Their Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program™ provides members with a personalized, one-on-one retirement coaching relationship with constant attention to each and every detail necessary for them to consistently enjoy a relaxing retirement experience.

The entire article can be found at http://www.theretirementcoach.com/articles/performance-gap-reason-1-3.php

To learn more about The Relaxing Retirement Coach, Inc., please visit http://www.theretirementcoach.com

About Jack Phelps

Prior to developing The Relaxing Retirement Coaching Program^™ back in 1994, Jack spent five years as a registered representative with Prudential Financial Services. In 1992, he received his Chartered Financial Consultant designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In 1989, Jack graduated from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts with a B.A. in Economics.