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The Retiree’s Edge: Tax, Investing, and Income Strategies with Raul Shah, A&S '16

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Lifelong Learning LogoCourse Title: The Retiree’s Edge: Tax, Investing, and Income Strategies 

Instructor: Raul Shah, A&S '16

Brought to you by Odyssey  

January 27, 2026 - March 3, 2026 (6 Sessions) 

Tuesdays,  6:00PM ET - 8:00PM ET 

Virtual via Zoom

Course Description: This course empowers retirees to take control of their financial future with actionable strategies designed to reduce lifetime taxes, build an investment portfolio positioned for resilience, and incorporate charitable giving into a broader financial plan. Students will learn practical tax planning moves such as Roth conversions, tax-efficient withdrawals, and required minimum distribution strategies, while also exploring investment portfolio construction through a value investing lens. 

The course will also examine ways to make a lasting impact through donor-advised funds and qualified charitable distributions. Through real-life scenarios and hands-on exercises, participants will leave with concrete steps to improve their retirement outcomes and confidently navigate financial decisions.

Explore more lifelong learning opportunities in our full SPRING 2026 Odyssey Catalog

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ABOUT Raul Shah, A&S '16
Chief Executive Officer of DocShah Financial

Raul Shah serves as Chief Executive Officer of DocShah Financial, a registered investment advisory firm providing comprehensive wealth management services. A graduate of The Johns Hopkins University (class of 2016), his expertise in the financial markets has earned national recognition: he is regularly invited on the Schwab Network to discuss stocks and market insights, has been featured in Forbes for his investment performance, and publishes research articles for Seeking Alpha. Before launching his firm, Raul spent six years as a professional baseball player, including for Team Great Britain in MLB’s World Baseball Classic qualifiers.

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 Event Date
Starts:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
6:00pm EST

Ends:
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
8:00pm EST

 Contact
Odyssey
Alumni Relations Lifelong Learning
1-800-JHU-JHU1 (548-5481)
odyssey@jhu.edu

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50% discount. Alumni status will be confirmed.
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80% discount. Status of university employment will be confirmed.
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50% discount. Employment status of Spouse/Domestic Partner will be confirmed.
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