PrairieFire Wealth Planning

08/23/2026

Your child just left for college.

So naturally, you want to text.

Then text again.

And maybe send a third message just to make sure they're still alive. 😂

One thing that can make the transition easier? Agreeing on a communication plan before everyone settles into their new routines.

A simple schedule for check-ins, calls, or FaceTime can give parents reassurance while giving college students the independence they're learning to manage.

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08/21/2026

The college send-off is supposed to be exciting.

And it is.

But it can also be emotional, overwhelming, and surprisingly expensive.

When your child leaves for college, you're not just saying goodbye at the dorm. You're adjusting to a completely different relationship, a quieter house, and a new stage of parenting.

If you're sending a child off to college for the first time, this short video is for you.

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08/18/2026

The college drop-off can be emotional. ❤️

There’s the pride of seeing your child take the next step, the sadness of leaving them behind, the worry about how they’re doing—and the reality of just how much college is going to cost.

Matt shares his personal experience and practical tips for navigating this transition, including staying connected, managing college expenses, and embracing your own next chapter as an empty nester.

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Sending your child off to college for the first time is one of the ...

08/16/2026

Most of us have been taught that retirement follows a simple formula:

➡️ Work until 65.
➡️ Claim Social Security.
➡️ Stop working.

But what if there's a better way?

This video explores why more people are questioning traditional retirement advice and learning how to "test-drive" retirement before making one of life's biggest transitions.

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08/14/2026

Retirement isn't the finish line.

It's the beginning of your next opportunity to make an impact.

Maybe your legacy is helping your grandchildren.
Maybe it's volunteering.
Maybe it's writing a book.
Maybe it's starting a scholarship.

The important part is deciding what you want this next chapter to stand for.

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08/11/2026

What if the most important part of retirement planning has nothing to do with your investment portfolio?

The happiest retirees don't just retire from something—they retire to something. In this video, Matt Meline explores three powerful questions that can help you build a retirement filled with purpose, fulfillment, and meaning.

If you're thinking about what's next after your career, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

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Retirement isn't just about leaving your career—it's about creating...

08/09/2026

When someone says, "I want to retire tomorrow."

The real question isn't when.

It's why.

The answer often has very little to do with money—and everything to do with freedom, family, health, and purpose.

This short video explores why discovering your "why" is one of the most important parts of retirement planning.

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08/07/2026

Retirement isn't about checking out.

It's about checking in—with your goals, your purpose, and the life you want to create.

The 59½ Rebellion is about approaching retirement intentionally instead of simply following the traditional script.

This short video wraps up the biggest ideas behind the series—and why it's never too late to start planning differently.

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08/05/2026

What are you retiring for?

Most people spend years planning when they'll retire—but very few spend time defining why.

In this episode, Matt Meline shares the three questions that can completely change how you think about retirement, from finding purpose and fulfillment to creating a meaningful legacy for your family and community.

If retirement is on your horizon, this conversation may change how you prepare for your next chapter.
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08/04/2026

Retirement isn't just about reaching a number—it's about knowing you're truly ready for what's next.

In this video, Matt Meline shares why the traditional retirement timeline doesn't work for everyone, and how taking a more intentional approach can help you build a retirement with confidence, flexibility, and purpose.

If you're wondering whether you're financially and emotionally prepared for retirement, this is a conversation worth watching.

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Should you retire as soon as you can—or wait until you're truly rea...