500K
Subscribers
500K
Monthly Views
$4K-$7K
Est. Monthly Revenue
$8.00-$14.00
Est. RPM
380 videos uploaded | 42M total views
The Story
Skerry Harry entered the retirement planning space with a focus on practical, no-nonsense advice for everyday people approaching retirement. Unlike channels showcasing luxury retirements, this channel speaks to middle-class Americans worried about making their savings last and maximizing Social Security benefits. The authentic, relatable approach attracted viewers who felt alienated by financial advisors and high-end retirement content. The channel's growth came from addressing specific, searchable questions: 'When should I take Social Security?' 'How to maximize 401k withdrawals?' 'Retirement on $500K savings.' These tactical topics drive consistent search traffic from people actively planning retirement. The creator's background in financial planning brings credibility, but the down-to-earth presentation style makes complex topics accessible. Videos often include specific calculations and step-by-step planning frameworks viewers can immediately implement. Skerry Harry's business model focuses on building trust through free, valuable content that naturally leads to consulting services and premium offerings. The channel attracts viewers in serious planning mode, making them ideal candidates for paid financial planning services. By establishing expertise through consistent, helpful YouTube content, the creator built a consulting practice alongside YouTube revenue. The channel proves that even in a crowded niche, focusing on a specific audience segment (middle-class pre-retirees) can build a sustainable business.
“Most people don't need fancy investment strategies - they need a solid plan for Social Security, healthcare, and making their savings last 30+ years in retirement.”
— Skerry Harry
The Transformation
Before
Financial planner building local practice with limited reach
After
National retirement planning authority with 500K subscribers and thriving practice
Timeline: 3 years
Content Strategy
Tactical retirement planning videos answering specific viewer questions, Social Security optimization strategies, and realistic retirement budget planning. Weekly uploads maintain consistency. Strong focus on search optimization around common retirement questions. Mix of educational explainers and case study walkthroughs showing real planning examples.
Key Insights
Serving middle-market segment often overlooked by premium content creates loyal audience
Tactical, actionable content converts better than theoretical financial planning advice
Pre-retirees actively searching for answers provide consistent discovery traffic
YouTube channel can effectively build consulting pipeline for financial services
Business Impact
Generated $65K+ annually from YouTube ad revenue with strong audience loyalty
Built financial planning consulting practice generating $10K+ monthly
Created retirement planning course and tools for additional revenue streams
Established referral relationships with estate attorneys and insurance professionals
Last updated: November 27, 2025