The Time Value of Memories: Investing in What Really Matters

February 28, 2026

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Legacy is Greater Than Inheritance

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In this episode, Ben Taatjes explores a concept that transforms how retirees approach their resources: the time value of memories. Just as money compounds over time through investments, memories carry the same compounding power, paying dividends throughout our lives and into eternity. Ben addresses the dangerous trap of 'someday' thinking - the belief that retirement experiences can wait - and reveals why this mindset often leads to profound regret. Discover how proper stewardship means understanding what you're stewarding, how much you truly need, and what to do with the rest. This episode is a powerful reminder that time is a gift, memories are relational capital, and the people you love most would choose your presence over monetary gain.

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Ben has been in the financial services industry for nearly two decades. He has worked alongside thousands of families and individuals while owning and operating Taatjes Financial Group, a retirement planning firm in west-central Minnesota. While Ben loves to work with retirees, his passion extends far beyond the numbers. This passion led to the publishing of his first book, Repurposed: The Untold Story of Retirement in America in 2017 as well as co-founding Retire Repurposed in 2019.