Scott is a financial advisor serving the Cleveland Area and clients remotely around the country. His comprehensive approach looks at many points on your retirement horizon.

With Higher Interest Rates, Is “Lazy Money” Still A Concern In 2024?

Is 'Lazy Money' still a concern in 2024's higher interest rate landscape? In this episode, we explore this question, examining how the recent rise in interest rates affects the money sitting in savings accounts, CDs, and conservative investments. We'll discuss the new dynamics of managing your funds in a world where traditional saving methods are seeing better returns. Are these options now a viable part of a savvy investment strategy, or are there still better ways to make your money work harder for you?

By |2024-01-29T09:35:27-05:00February 1st, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off on With Higher Interest Rates, Is “Lazy Money” Still A Concern In 2024?

The Questions You Must Ask Your Financial Advisor

Have you ever wondered what questions to ask your financial advisor, or why those questions are crucial? In today’s episode, we’re tackling exactly that. We're discussing the vital questions that bring transparency and depth to your financial advisory relationship. It's about getting clarity on how advisors work, what they specialize in, and how they align with your financial goals. These are the questions you MUST ask your financial advisor.

By |2024-01-15T08:07:09-05:00January 18th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off on The Questions You Must Ask Your Financial Advisor

Financial Resolutions

As the year comes to a close, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit a previous two-part episode on financial resolutions. This series was recorded a couple of years ago, but the show still has some great tips that can help you start your year off right.

By |2023-11-21T08:12:26-05:00November 21st, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Financial Resolutions

Money Mistakes You’ll Regret and How to Avoid Them

“Learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t live long enough to make them all yourself.” – Eleanor Roosevelt… Ever wish you could foresee financial missteps before they happen? In today’s episode, explore some real-life stories of regret and arm yourself with the essential dos and don'ts to ensure your money works for you, not against you.

By |2023-11-08T19:45:01-05:00November 9th, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Money Mistakes You’ll Regret and How to Avoid Them

Navigating Finances After Losing a Spouse: Strategies & Mistakes to Avoid

Losing a spouse is an unimaginably tough life event, but the financial implications can add another layer of stress to the grieving process. In this episode, we delve deep into the most common financial issues faced by widows and widowers, from dealing with income gaps to navigating tax changes as a single filer. We explore actionable strategies to address these problems, such as the importance of life insurance and the ins and outs of spousal pension continuation. This is the episode for you if you’re concerned with ensuring the financial well-being of your remaining family members and safeguarding your financial future and legacy in the face of loss.

By |2023-10-13T19:35:42-04:00October 19th, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Navigating Finances After Losing a Spouse: Strategies & Mistakes to Avoid

Spotting Problematic Personalities of Rogue Advisors

Finding a trustworthy and competent financial advisor is essential for securing your financial future. After all, they play a vital role in helping you make informed decisions about your money, investments, and long-term financial goals. But how can you separate the wheat from the chaff? How can you identify problematic personalities that might indicate an advisor isn't the right fit for you? We’ll find out in today’s episode as we explore how to identify “The Ghost," “The Jargon Juggler," “The Chameleon,” and several more. And what should you do if you encounter them?

By |2023-08-16T11:47:26-04:00August 17th, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Spotting Problematic Personalities of Rogue Advisors

Mastering Retirement Cash Flow (Part 2): Understanding Income

Get ready for part two of our Retirement Cash Flow series! This time, we're diving into the income side of the equation. In part one, we tackled the ins and outs of your expenses in retirement. Now, it's all about understanding the crucial role of income analysis. We'll uncover the secrets of guaranteed income versus the uncertain stuff and shed light on the consequences of retiring without a clear income plan. Don't worry if you're feeling lost - we've got your back with practical solutions and expert guidance. Tune in and take charge of your retirement cash flow!

By |2023-08-02T16:30:46-04:00August 3rd, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Mastering Retirement Cash Flow (Part 2): Understanding Income

Retiring With Honors: Financial Planning Lessons From The Classroom

From time to time, we like to look at issues faced by people in other professions outside of the financial world and see what kind of retirement planning lessons we can learn from these other professions. Today, we’re seeing what we can learn from teachers and the issues they face.

By |2023-06-14T09:44:09-04:00June 15th, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Retiring With Honors: Financial Planning Lessons From The Classroom

Trust The Experts? Breaking Down Commentary Surrounding The String Of 2023 Bank Collapses

Silicon Valley, Credit Suisse, and First Republic are just a few banks that have experienced either incredible turmoil or complete collapse in the past few months. How should the average American respond with their money? Do you pull it all out in cash and store it under your bed? Should you throw all your money into depressed bank stocks in hopes of riding a wave back up in case a recovery occurs? In today’s episode, we’ll shed light on those questions and more by analyzing what some experts across the world are saying about the crisis.

By |2023-05-31T10:42:54-04:00June 1st, 2023|Podcasts|Comments Off on Trust The Experts? Breaking Down Commentary Surrounding The String Of 2023 Bank Collapses
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