The Retirement Workshop You’ll Wish You Took Sooner
Discover the evidence-based strategies behind smarter diversification, stronger portfolio construction and confident retirement withdrawals in this three-part workshop with Craig Israelsen, Ph.D.
When
The first of 3 sessions starts on July 16 at 2:00 PM CT
Where
Online (YouTube live stream link provided upon registration)
Session Duration
Approximately 75 minutes
Join retirement expert and long-standing partner of AAII Craig Israelsen, Ph.D., for a live, interactive seminar designed to simplify your retirement strategy.
You’ll learn how to identify hidden portfolio overlap, improve diversification and build a smarter retirement withdrawal plan.
Each weekly session includes resources, handouts and hands-on guidance to help you retire with clarity and confidence.
Spots are limited — please reserve yours now!
Key Takeaways:
Identify portfolio redundancy and uncover investments that move together.
Find Hidden Overlap
Smarter Diversification
Diversify Smarter
Build a more balanced portfolio using evidence-based diversification strategies.
Measure Success
Learn how to evaluate your portfolio using realistic, long-term benchmarks.
Withdraw With Confidence
Learn practical strategies for creating sustainable retirement income.
Your Retirement Workshop Guide
Craig Israelsen, Ph.D.
Creator, 7TwelvePortfolio
Craig Israelsen, Ph.D., is a contributing editor to the AAII Journal and teaches in the Personal Financial Planning Program at Utah Valley University. He holds a Ph.D. from Brigham Young University and has over 20 years of experience teaching personal finance at Brigham Young University and the University of Missouri.
"I'm excited to help you test your portfolio, diversify wisely and build a reliable retirement income plan."
3 Weeks to a Smarter Retirement Plan
Discover how smarter diversification and thoughtful withdrawal planning can help protect the savings you've worked so hard to build.
The Retirement Seminar You’ll Wish You Took Sooner
Class Syllabus
July 16 at 2:00 p.m. CT | Session 1: Finding and Fixing Portfolio Redundancy
July 23 at 2:00 p.m. CT | Session 2: What NOT To Expect From a Diversified Portfolio
July 30 at 2:00 p.m. CT | Session 3: How To Safely Withdraw Money Without Stressing Out
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Join us for a 3-week online seminar hosted via YouTube, produced by the American Association of Individual Investors (AAII) and presented by Craig Israelsen, Ph.D.
Your seminar pass includes access to all three 75-minute sessions, weekly handouts and resource materials.
All sessions will be recorded and made available on demand through a private YouTube playlist.
When
The first of 3 sessions starts on July 16 at 2:00 PM CT
Where
Online (YouTube live stream link provided upon registration)
Approximately 75 minutes
Session Duration
Regularly priced $399 (Now $200 Off!)