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Today I’m talking about investing and planning for retirement during uncertain times. In fact, I was recently invited to discuss this topic with Caleb Silver, Editor-in-Chief at Investopedia. Caleb hosts the Investopedia Express Podcast and has had conversations with everyone from Ray Dalio & Liz-Ann Sonders to Eli Manning & David Rubenstein. Needless to say, it was an honor to be on his show and share: How to build a plan for your cash and why it’s so important What mistakes investors should watch out for in today’s choppy markets How to create a tax-efficient withdrawal strategy in retirement  I also shared my “hottest” 2023 investing take, my favorite financial term, and what the future of financial planning looks like. WANT MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS? Join thousands of listeners and subscribe to the Stay Wealthy Retirement Newsletter. As a thank you, you'll receive a copy of my 2023 Tax Planning Cheatsheet.

Today I’m wrapping up our series on Financial Advisors by answering five common questions. Questions such as: How important are professional designations like CFP or CFA? What is the process for firing a financial advisor? Will I incur fees and taxes when transferring investment accounts to another financial institution?  I'm also sharing more about financial coaches + what to do if you are a victim of bad financial advice. NEED TAX & RETIREMENT PLANNING HELP? Click to Learn more about our FREE Retirement & Tax Analysis. We help people aged 50+ lower taxes, invest smarter, and (safely) create a retirement paycheck. Our Free Retirement Assessment™ will answer your BIG questions and help you properly evaluate our firm.

Today I’m tackling part four of our series on financial advisors. Specifically, I’m covering three BIG things: What is a fiduciary financial advisor (and should investors work with one) How are 'fee-only' advisors different from 'fee-based' Where can retirement savers search for a financial advisor based on their needs If you want to understand some of the most misunderstood financial terms + learn how to find a qualified advisor, today’s episode is for you. NEED TAX + RETIREMENT PLANNING HELP? Click to Learn more about our FREE Retirement & Tax Analysis We specialize in helping people aged 50+ lower taxes, invest smarter, and (safely) create a retirement paycheck. Our Free Retirement Assessment™ will help you evaluate our firm and others you might be considering.

Today I’m sharing the different ways financial advisors charge for their services. In fact, there are FOUR main fee structures you might come across when interviewing advisors... ...and each one can be a disservice to someone. In this episode, I'm covering three important things: What are the four fee structures and their pros & cons Who is (and isn't) a good fit for each service model How much do financial advisors typically charge for their services I'm also sharing how retirement savers might think about measuring the value of financial advice. If you're ready for a deep dive into financial advisor fees, you're going to enjoy today's episode.  *** WANT MORE RETIREMENT & TAX PLANNING CONTENT? Join thousands of other listeners and subscribe to the Stay Wealthy e-newsletter! EPISODE RESOURCES: ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

Want to support my upcoming book and help improve financial literacy? To encourage your support, I'm running a "buy one, give one" campaign.  Here's how it works: Pre-order a copy of More Than Money (Kindle or physical copy) before Dec 31. Email a screenshot of your order to book@youstaywealthy.com. I will personally match your order and send you a second copy to gift to someone in your life. All net proceeds from the book are being donated to non-profit organizations dedicated to improving financial literacy and access to advice.  Pre-order your copy of More Than Money! *** Today I’m tackling part two of our series on Financial Advisors. Specifically, I’m breaking down the 5 different types of advisors (and who might be a good fit for each type). I’m also sharing some thoughts on paying for financial advice and measuring the value you receive. If you’re ready to continue learning about the world of financial advisors + how to make sense of the different types you can work with, today’s episode is for you.

Today I'm kicking off a multi-part series on Financial Advisors. (I'm also sharing a BIG announcement with everyone!

Bonds are on track for their worst year in history. In response, retirement investors are concerned (rightfully so) and questioning their bond allocation. To help address those concerns, I’m covering three things today: Why bond yields are NOT moving in lockstep with interest rates set by the Fed How long it takes for bond losses to recover Why retirement savers should maintain exposure to bonds for the long run I'm also sharing the pros & cons of laddering bank CDs as a bond fund alternative. Want more retirement content? Join thousands of other listeners and subscribe to the Stay Wealthy e-newsletter! *** ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

Today I'm talking about state taxes (in retirement!). Specifically, I'm sharing three important facts that often fly under the radar. I'm also clearing up common misconceptions and sharing real-life examples.  If you're ready to learn how state income taxes will impact your bottom line in retirement, this episode is for you. Want more retirement content? Subscribe to the Stay Wealthy e-newsletter! *** ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

Today I’m sharing three retirement and tax planning updates for 2023. Specifically, I’m sharing a summary of important changes to: Social Security payments Social Security taxation Medicare Part B premiums  I’m also sharing key highlights from the highly anticipated Secure Act 2.0 bill + when we might expect it to (finally) pass. If you’re wrapping up your year-end planning and starting to think about 2023 and beyond, this episode is for you. Want more retirement content? Subscribe to the Stay Wealthy e-newsletter! *** ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

Recent headlines suggest stocks could be flat (or negative!) for the next 10 years.  The technical for this is "lost decade." And these headlines have created more concern for investors who are already on edge. So, what exactly does a lost decade mean for retirement savers? How likely is it that we are going to experience one? If we do, how should investors approach their asset allocation? Those are the questions I'm answering in today's episode!  Want more retirement content? Subscribe to the Stay Wealthy e-newsletter! *** ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

Today I'm breaking down the current state of the markets and economy. Specifically, I'm sharing: Why markets are falling (and how we got here) How things could get worse before they get better Four (4) reasons for investors to be optimistic right now If you're feeling worried or concerned and want to learn more about the current downturn, this episode is for you. *** ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

The current yield on a one-year U.S.Treasury bond is 4%. But the yield on a ten-year Treasury bond is only…3.5%.  Why is this? What does it mean for retirement savers? And how should investors respond? That’s what I’m tackling today on the show! *** ✏️  Grab the Episode Show Notes

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Today I’m continuing with our series on tax-loss harvesting. Here in part 2, I’m sharing: Who should consider tax-loss harvesting Who should stay away from it The (top) 3 things that can boost your tax savings I’m also presenting situations where tax loss harvesting can backfire, and do more harm than good.

Today I'm kicking off a multi-part series on tax-loss harvesting.  In part one, I'm breaking down: What tax-loss harvesting is (and how it works) Why it has become a popular tax strategy 5 little-known things about the wash sale rule If you’re a retirement saver ready to learn all about tax-loss harvesting, you’re going to love this episode...and this series. ***

Today I’m tackling a few retirement and investing questions from our listeners. Specifically, I’m answering the following: How do you make sense of the two conflicting July inflation reports (0% inflation vs 8.5%)?  What are Buffer ETFs and are they a good investment for retirement accounts? What will the 2023 Social Security COLA be and why are news outlets quoting different numbers? If you're ready to get answers to some of the top retirement questions I've received lately, this episode is for you. ***

Today I’m talking about the case for (and risk of!) deflation. Specifically, I'm covering: What deflation is How deflation impacts our economy Why it’s a risk we should be considering  If you’re ready to learn about the often-overlooked risk of deflation, you're going to enjoy this episode. ***

Today, Jeremy Schneider unveils his Ultimate Investing Checklist. In fact, you can use this 7-step checklist to measure your current investing strategy. You can also use it to: Optimize your tax bill Maximize your risk-adjusted returns Eliminate costly mistakes If you want to learn how to cut through the nonsense + optimize your investment portfolio, this episode is for you. ----- Over age 50? Need retirement + tax planning help? 

Today we're talking about the best way to invest for kids + grandkids.  In fact, guest host Jeremy Schneider says this is one of the most frequent topics he gets asked about! So, to help our listeners, he explores three BIG things: How to decide if you should invest for your kids...at all The top four (4) investing strategies to use How to optimize for taxes and growth If you have kids (or grandkids!) and want to know the best ways to invest for their future, this episode is for you. ----- Over age 50? Need retirement + tax planning help? 

Today we’re talking about I Bonds! Specifically, guest host Jeremy Schneider is discussing: What exactly I Bonds are How I Bonds work Where they belong in a retirement savers portfolio If you want to learn about this unique + (virtually) risk-free investment that's paying 9%+, you're going to love this episode. ----- Over age 50? Need retirement + tax planning help?