Retirement Planning

Are Guarantees Enough?

Are you nearing retirement? Are you already in retirement? Do you know someone who is? If so, then this week’s episode is for you. Guarantees may have a place in a retiree’s plan, but they may not. Proceed with caution, proceed with a plan, and proceed with a Life Planner.

When to Start Planning (Rebroadcast)

Angela was honored to be a guest on the Real Wealth podcast with Jim Silbernagel to share the benefits and pitfalls that could occur when starting a financial strategy later in life. Please enjoy this gem from our archive.

What is Your Money For?

Money is never really about building more money—even when greed is involved. It is about the utility of that money. Yet we treat money as if it were about money. We look at it every day for what it is instead of what it is for. Find out more on this week’s episode.

Tapas Life (Rebroadcast)

We were honored to have retirement revolutionist Andy Robin, author of the book 'Tapas Life - A rich and rewarding life after your long career' join us this week on our show. If you're nearing retirement or are already in retirement, then you don't want to miss this! Andy talks about his step-by-step process to leading an interesting, rich, and fulfilling life after a long career. Pleased enjoy this gem from our archive.

Should I Be Giving My Kids Money?

There is nothing wrong with wanting to help your loved ones financially, but there are a few questions you have to ask yourself first. Find out more on this week's episode.

Elf on the Shelf Money Advice (Rebroadcast)

What are your thoughts on money? Do you work for IT, or do you allow IT to work for you? This week we learn some helpful tidbits from an elf and how we can apply those to our lives. Please enjoy this episode from our archives.

Fiduciary Roles of a Retirement Plan

We’re kicking off a series this week aimed at business owners, farmers, and ranchers. With retirement plans, there are two types of fiduciaries. Do you know what they are and how they impact your business or farm and ranch?

2024 Tax Numbers Are Out

Last week the IRS announced inflation adjustments to more than 60 tax provisions for 2024. Although “inflation adjustments” may not sound like that big of a deal, it may have some low hanging fruit you don’t want to miss picking.

Should You Convert to a Roth IRA?

Your opportunity to convert your IRA may be the wisest move you ever make. It may not, but you won’t know until you ask. Let us help you take a look!

Inflation and Your Retirement

Let’s face it, inflation hurts. If you are breathing and spending your own money then chances are you’re starting to see the effects of inflation on your lifestyle. Will you run the risk of running out of money in retirement? It is more important today than ever in recent history to have a financial plan and pay heed to that plan. If you’re nearing retirement, then you don’t want to miss this week’s episode.

The 8 Life Planning Issues

Over 35 years of working in various fields of Life Planning has shown us that most people don’t plan to fail –they just fail to plan. And one reason behind this procrastination is that they are overwhelmed by the complexity of the task and don’t know where to start. We feel it is very important for every family to seek help and take the time to focus on the questions that need to be addressed. I encourage you to be proactive as opposed to reactive and live your life on Purpose!

HSA - The Ultimate Tax Benefit You May Be Using Wrong

Did you know you can grow your HSA just like you grow your retirement account? This week we take a look at some things you might not know about Health Savings Accounts.