The Life Planning 101 Podcast

Money Doesn't Have to Be Complicated

Money is a hard topic. One thing experience has taught us is that people want one thing from money more than anything else—to stop thinking about it. Find our more on this week's episode of Life Planning 101.

The Opportunity in the Mirror

No matter who you want to pass the economic crisis buck to, we all should take a closer look in the mirror. We're a nation living beyond our means. Find out more on this week's episode of Life Planning 101.

Real Financial Planning

Planning is not always about the right answers. It's about knowing the right questions to ask and addressing those. Do you have a Real Financial Plan? This week our in-house CFA Aaron Kennedy also joins us to share a market update.

Are You Where You Want to Be?

No matter your lot in life or the bad advice you have taken in the past, remember one thing: Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Find out more on this week's episode of Life Planning 101.

How Do You Successfully Transition the Family Business?

Are you a business owner? How do you successfully transition the family business? Off the cuff conversations and verbal handshakes are a recipe for disaster. Remember to treat your business like a business.

What is Probate and How Can You Avoid It?

A reality that loved ones must face when someone passes is the responsibility of dealing with the departed’s estate. Can probate really be avoided? Find out the answer to this and more on this week's episode of Life Planning 101.

Why NOT to Buy Life Insurance

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. If you died today, what would happen to your family, your business or ranch? How would everyone you love be affected? What are the reasons why NOT to buy life insurance? Find out more on this week's episode of Life Planning 101.

10 Financial Questions Everyone Over 60 Should Ask

Did you realize that reactive and creative are an anagram? We’ve realized that far too many people fail to ask the “right” questions regarding their unique situations. The result: reactive. We encourage you to spend a little time being creative so you don't have to be reactive. You can begin by asking these 10 questions:

2020 Candidate Tax Policy Proposals

Tax policy will be a critical point of differentiation in the 2020 presidential race. Here are the key tax law changes each candidate is suggesting.

Ranch Entities

Are you a farmer, rancher, or business owner? Then you don't want to miss this week's episode of Life Planning 101. The Working Ranch Radio Show interviewed us recently and a listener asked a question: What type of legal ownershipshould you have for your ranch and property?

Finding the Perfect Investment

Our in-house CFA Aaron Kennedy and CFP Matt Ervin join us this week on our show to share a market update and possibly the perfect investment...you don't want to miss this!

Legal Documents Aren't Just for Dying

Once you reach 18 years old, you need to obtain the basic legal documents. It's astonishing how many families we meet without a single legal document.