This is the best in Wealth podcast – A show for successful family stewards who want real answers about Retirement and investing so we can feel secure about our family’s future. Scott's mission is simple: to help other family stewards build and maintain their family fortress. A family steward is someone that feels family is the most important thing. You go to your job every day for your family. You watch over your family, you make sacrifices for your family, you protect your family. I work wi ...
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Demystifying Financial Advisors, Ep #252
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Did you know that anyone can say they’re a financial advisor? They may not be licensed or experienced. So how do you know who to trust? In this episode of Best in Wealth, I’ll break down the three types of people who put “financial advisor” on their business cards, what the letters after a financial advisor's name mean, and how a fee-only financial…
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Does the Outcome of the Presidential Election Impact My Investments? Ep #251
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Do we care who wins the election? Does it actually impact our investments? The issues at stake matter to each of us for different reasons. Most Democrats think things will be better if a Democrat is voted into office. Most Republicans likely feel that things will fare better with a Republican in office. But does who wins the election actually matte…
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6 Lessons from Fritz Gilbert’s 6 Years of Retirement, Ep #250
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I frequently talk about what you should do to prepare for retirement and how to handle the years leading to retirement. But I rarely talk about what to do during retirement because I haven't experienced it. [bctt tweet="Retirement will be different than you expect. How? Learn more in episode #250 of Best in Wealth! #wealth #retirement #investing #P…
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The 3 Big Rules of Investing, Ep #249
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I believe there are three rules that every family steward should follow when it comes to investing. In theory, these rules are “easy” to follow—but living by them is not. Secondly, these rules will not surprise you. That does not make them any less important. So in this episode of Best in Wealth, I will share what each rule is and you will discover…
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Buying a New Car: What to Learn from My Experience, Ep #248
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When we decided my wife was going to get a new vehicle, I knew we needed to test drive the vehicle she wanted: A Jeep. She had never driven a Jeep before. She had never experienced what it was like driving something with the doors off. So I knew she needed to get behind the wheel to see how it felt. Let me tell you, our Jeep-buying experience was a…
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How Much Should You Spend on Vacations? Ep #247
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I am often asked how much a family should spend on vacations. While that is entirely personal, most experts recommend that 5–10% of your net income can be spent on vacations. Many factors may change this number. Maybe you have a large family or your kids are into expensive sports. You might not have that income to spend on a lavish vacation. But to…
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4 Questions to Help You Decide When to Retire, Ep #246
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There are a lot of huge decisions you have to make in life. What career are you going to choose? Will you get married? Will you have kids? Will you buy a home? There are many more. But there are not many bigger than this question: When are you going to retire? Maybe that is your only huge decision left. Have you really thought about it yet? Because…
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How to Teach Your Kids How to Budget, Ep #245
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I make a spending plan for our family every single month. We account for every dollar coming in and going out. But what about the things that happen quarterly and annually? We add up all of those expected expenses at the beginning of the year and calculate the total approximate cost. That money will be saved every month to go toward those expenses.…
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How to Overcome “The Wall of Worry,” Ep #244
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Why are we worried about the world, the economy, the stock market, and our investment accounts? The stock market started the year great. The S&P 500 was up over 10% at the end of the first quarter. But the stock market has dropped steadily in the first 19 days of April. My business Partner, Brian, wrote an article titled “The Wall of Worry.” In thi…
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Understanding the Mutual Fund Landscape, Ep #243
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The mutual fund landscape is complex, with thousands of choices. In fact, at the end of 2023, there were 4,722 US-domiciled funds that we could choose from. Of those, 2,043 were from US equities, 1,124 were international funds domiciled in the US, and over 1,500 were bond funds. If you add all the money from these funds, it totals 10.6 trillion dol…
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Solving the Two Biggest Retirement Problems, Ep #242
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The #1 issue most people face when it comes to retirement is running out of money. Secondly, most people want to live the best retirement that they can. If there is anything left, they will gladly give it to their children—but it does not need to be millions of dollars. Too many people are dying with too much money and never got to live out the ret…
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Do Roth Conversions Make Sense For You? Ep #241
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What is a Roth conversion? Should you do a Roth conversion? When is the best time to do a Roth conversion? If questions like these have been circulating in your mind, this is the episode for you. I will break down when doing a Roth conversion might make sense for you (and why your CPA might not like it) in this episode of Best in Wealth. [bctt twee…
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The Positive Impact of Uncertainty, Ep #240
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David Booth—the Executive Chairman and Co-Founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors—recently wrote an article entitled “Uncertainty is Underrated.” In this episode of Best in Wealth, I will read this intriguing article and share why I agree that—while it sounds scary—uncertainty has a positive impact on our lives. [bctt tweet="Uncertainty is underrated.…
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Why Your Portfolio Should Be Internationally Diversified, Ep #239
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If you opened up and looked at your 401k statement, chances are that some of your investments are international. You are investing in companies outside of the United States. If you are invested in a target date fund, it is almost certain. It may be in mutual funds or ETFs. It may be in developed or emerging markets through reliable stock exchanges.…
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How Often Should You Look at Your Investments? Ep #238
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How often should you look at your investments? Some of my clients look at their investments every day. Some look weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually—and some never look at them. So what is my answer? It depends. After listening to this episode of Best in Wealth, you will know how often you should check on your investments (based on you). [bctt twe…
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Should You Invest in the Magnificent Seven? Ep #237
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BRICS is an acronym that denoted the emerging economies of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South America. The stock market returns were really good. The economies were expected to continue to explode. So people started pouring into the BRICS. Many people who invested did poorly because they were late to the game. Before BRICS, it was popular to i…
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Charlie Munger’s Life Lessons, Ep #236
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Charlie Munger was the Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffet’s right-hand man. He quit a well-established law career to become Warren Buffet’s partner, transforming a textile company into the successful firm Berkshire Hathaway is today. Charlie passed away last week at the age of 99. He was a prolific author and investor and full of…
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The Average Net Worth of US Households by Age, Ep #235
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Over the last three years, US net worth has increased drastically. But it is taboo to talk about money with family and friends, let alone net worth. But don’t you want to know how you are doing relative to your peers? If so, this is the episode of Best in Wealth for you. In this episode, we break down the numbers to see how you are doing compared t…
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Is American Household Wealth Growing? Ep #234
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American wealth is growing—but you would never know it. Every three years, the Federal Reserve releases a report that summarizes the changes to family finances in the United States. The most recent report was released in early October 2023. What did it say? One of my business partners, Brian Cayon CFA®, CPA, covers it in his article titled “4.9%.” …
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5 Life Lessons Kids Need to Learn, Ep #233
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I was reading an article that got me thinking. What do my kids need to learn? What have I already taught them that is important? What do I need to reinforce? I came up with a list of five things—that seem like they should be no-brainers—that more and more kids do not know. We need to teach our kids important life lessons as early as we can. What ar…
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Will We See a 4th Quarter Rally? Ep #232
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The S&P 500 was down 4% in September, continuing the downward trend we also saw in August. And almost ALL of the asset classes have been down the last couple of months. To address this troubling trend, my business partner, Brian Cayon, CFA®, CPA, wrote an article about the 4th quarter. So in this episode of Best in Wealth, we will talk about his re…
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End-of-Year Financial Planning Issues to Consider, Ep #231
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What financial issues do you need to think about before the end of the year? There are three big groups to consider: tax planning, cash flow, and insurance. In this episode of Best in Wealth, I have broken down 15 points across each of these groups. They are all important to consider to maximize your finances both in retirement and while preparing …
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The 9 Traits of a Happy Retirement, Ep #230
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What makes for a happy retirement? According to Merrill Lynch, “Only 51% of 25–34 year old's say that they often feel happy compared to 76% of people ages 65–74.” So what makes them happy? An article entitled “Why 72% of Retirees Are Happy” talks about three financial traits and six non-financial traits of happy retirees. What are these 9 traits? F…
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3 Important Observations on Wealth and Health, Ep #229
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I recently read an article by David Booth—the executive chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors—titled “Practicing Healthy Habits, Pursuing Wealthy Outcomes.” In the article, David shares some correlations he saw between health and investing after reading “Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity” by Peter Attia. The book dissects scientific researc…
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Will Social Security Run Out by 2033? Ep #228
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Is social security going to run out in 2033? If I am a high-income earner, will social security reduce my benefit? For those of us who have planned for social security, as we are getting closer and closer to retirement, do we have cause to be anxious? In this episode of Best in Wealth I will answer both questions (but do not be afraid). [bctt tweet…
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The Pros and Cons of Owning a Second Home, Ep #227
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Have you thought about purchasing a second home? Does it sound nice to have a place to vacation that is all yours? Do you dream of owning a Florida home or a cabin “up north?” Have you considered the pros and cons of owning a second home? Before a second home becomes part of your dream retirement, consider some of these pros and cons so you can mak…
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Dissecting the Illusion of Moral Decline, Ep #226
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I have client after client tell me that the world is going to hell in a handbasket. Leaders gain power by vowing a return to the “Good ‘ol days.” But is your mind playing tricks on you? According to research by Adam Mastroianni and Daniel Gilbert, your brain has tricked you into thinking everything is worse. There is a set of cognitive biases in ou…
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How to Choose a Financial Power of Attorney, Ep #225
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What is a financial power of attorney? The financial power of attorney is a legal document where you specify individuals to act on your behalf in financial matters if/when you become incapacitated. If you become incapacitated, someone still has to pay your bills. Who is going to do it? Life must go on. If you do not have a financial power of attorn…
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The Importance of Staying Disciplined in Asset Classes, Ep #224
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Over the years doing this podcast, I have clearly stated that you cannot time the market and you should never try. But what about asset classes? Can you predict when one asset class will do better than another? Should you try? In this episode of Best in Wealth, I look at how value stocks and growth stocks have performed in the last few years. I wil…
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Are You Rich? Ep #223
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In 1991, I traveled to Alaska with three friends to get rich. Why? We had learned that we could make $5,000–$7,000 a month working in Alaska over the Summer. I thought I would leave Alaska having made $25,000. I was going to be rich. I was going to get a new mountain bike, leather jackets, and 100 new CDs. My list went on. What happened? We only wo…
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The Concept of Work Ethic vs. Life Ethic, Ep #222
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I read an article titled, “The Sinister Side of Work Ethic,” and it got me thinking. I love work ethic. I believe God made us to work. But what is work ethic? Work ethic is defined as “The principle that hard work is intrinsically virtuous or worthy of reward.” Is that the way you see work ethic? What is your definition of work ethic? How does the …
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Why A Recession Shouldn’t Be Scary, Ep #221
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Many people greatly fear the thought of a recession. They cannot handle the idea that their investment portfolio will decline in value. They cannot handle the volatility. Fear leads people to make poor decisions. But I do not believe you should be afraid of a recession. Why? I share why you have reason to remain hopeful in this episode of Best in W…
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Inflation: Why There’s Reason to Remain Hopeful, Ep #220
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Are you feeling positive or negative about the world today? Have you been watching the financial news and feeling a sense of doom because everything they report is negative? Do you feel like inflation is out of control? I am here to tell you that we have reason to remain hopeful and optimistic. I share why in this episode of Best in Wealth. [bctt t…
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March Madness: Your NCAA Bracket vs. Investing, Ep #219
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Did you watch the NCAA basketball tournament? Did you fill out an NCAA bracket? An estimated 1 in 4 Americans filled out a bracket to try and predict who is going to win it all. I do not watch a lot of basketball, but I still fill out a bracket every year. This year’s tournament was a wild and crazy ride. There were numerous upsets. What is your st…
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How Vacations Make You Wealthier, Ep #218
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As family stewards, we think of wealth differently. Many people focus on money. Our wealth might be our family, spirituality, friends, etc. Money might be further down the list. So how do vacations make you wealthy? When you are healthy, you are wealthy. Anyone who struggles with chronic illness would give anything for their health. In the article …
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What is Your TRUE Net Worth? Ep #217
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David Booth—the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Dimensional Fund Advisors—recently penned an article entitled, “What’s Your True Net Worth?” Here is the thing—your true net worth is not a calculation of your wealth. It stems from what you value. Find out what I mean in this episode of the Best in Wealth podcast! [bctt tweet="What is Your TRUE …
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Savings Accounts: Earn the Interest Rate You Deserve, Ep #216
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According to CNBC, 56% of Americans can’t cover a $1,000 emergency. They do not have enough money in the bank. If that is you, start building an emergency fund now. Dave Ramsey recommends saving $1,000 in the bank immediately. Then, you take any extra money you have and pay off your debt. After that, work to build savings of 3–6 months of living ex…
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Withstanding the Roller-Coaster of Investing, Ep #215
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I have received many calls and questions from clients, friends, and family about how bad things were in 2022 and what they think is going to happen in 2023. I do not blame them. With the global pandemic, rapid inflation, the war in Ukraine, and the volatile stock and bond market, it is reasonable to feel uneasy. If you had knowledge of future event…
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The Psychology of Spending, Ep #214
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In the article, “The Art and Science of Spending Money,” Morgan Housel talks about the psychology behind spending money. I’m going to talk about the six points she made that hit home for me. Why? Because we need to understand why we are spending. I am a financial advisor. I want you to save money. But I also believe there needs to be a healthy bala…
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Can Your Investment Plan Withstand the Stock Market? Ep #213
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Think back to December 2019. Unemployment, interest rates, and inflation were historically low. Then what happened? A pandemic. By the end of March 2020, the S&P 500 had dropped nearly 20%. By the end of the year, scientists had developed a vaccine and markets roared back. Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, and Google (FAANG) stocks soared. Bitcoin …
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Stick With It: How to Build Good Habits in the New Year, Ep #212
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Building good habits can be hard. Half of dieters give up within one week of starting. So what is the answer to lasting change? How do you make it easier to achieve? Dr. Sean Young studies behavior change. He has helped people develop good eating, sleeping, and exercise habits. He literally wrote the book, “Stick with It: A Scientifically Proven Pr…
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Say Goodbye to Bad Habits in 4 Steps, Ep #211
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What are your bad habits? When I finally climb into bed at night—I grab my phone and start scrolling. Before I know it, 30–40 minutes have passed. Looking at screens right before bed negatively impacts sleep, yet I continue to do it. So in this episode of Best in Wealth, I share four “laws” from James Clear’s book, “Atomic Habits,” that will help y…
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What is Driving the Stock Market Gains? Ep #210
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What question am I asked the most? It is usually along the lines of: “What do you think the stock market is going to do? When will we be out of this horrible downturn? When will things turn around?” These are the questions I will try and answer in today’s episode of the Best in Wealth podcast! [bctt tweet="What is driving the stock market gains? We…
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The Best in Wealth Guide to Understanding Medicare, Ep #209
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It is time for open enrollment for every insurance option—including Medicare. Are you confused? You are not alone. If you are not 65 and do not qualify for Medicare yet—do not tune out. This episode is for you, too. Everyone nearing retirement age needs to understand the process and the costs. So in this episode of Best in Wealth, it is my goal to …
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The Pros and Cons of Being Rich, Ep #208
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I know what you are thinking—how could there possibly be cons to being rich? While everyone has a different definition of what “rich” is, most can agree that becoming rich would be life-changing. But I would argue that it is not always life-changing in a good way. Find out what I mean in this episode of Best in Wealth! [bctt tweet="What are the pro…
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How 17 Different Countries Define Meaningful Lives, Ep #207
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What brought meaning to your life today? I got to wake up healthy kids. I got to drink coffee with my wife. I got a text from my 24-year-old living hundreds of miles away. I help my clients navigate retirement. All of these things bring meaning to my life. Pew Research surveyed 17 different countries to find out what was meaningful to each of them.…
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How Do You Earn More Time? Ep #206
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We cannot control the stock market, right? But there are many things we can control. At Fortress Planning Group, we do intense tax planning to help you save every dollar you can. There are so many facets of financial planning to consider. Are you doing estate planning? Do you know how much insurance you need? Are you strategically optimizing your d…
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7 Tips to Help You Navigate Money in Your Marriage, Ep #205
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7 Tips to Help You Navigate Money in Your Marriage, Ep #205 Did you just get married? Or have kids about to get married? Maybe you fight about money and need to recommit to a healthier money mindset. Rachel Cruze wrote an article where she shared 7 tips for a healthy relationship with money in marriage. I will share what those tips are and what I m…
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8 Reasons to Remain Positive about the Stock Market, Ep #204
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The first two quarters of 2022 were horrible in the stock market. The third quarter started well, but the last three-and-a-half weeks have not been great. One of my partners at Fortress Planning Group wrote an article about inflation, the Fed, and the midterm elections. In this episode of Best in Wealth, I am going to highlight some of Brian’s key …
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What Should Your Net Worth Be Right Now? Ep #203
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What should your net worth be? Where do you compare to the average investor? As a listener of this podcast, I think you are an above-average person. So what should your net worth be if you are above-average? In this episode of Best in Wealth, I share seven traits that make you an above-average person. Then I will share what the net worth of an abov…
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