Preparing For A Market Downturn

The markets have recently hit new all-time highs, causing some concern about a potential crash. Brandon discusses the importance of having a long-term financial plan, especially those that have less than $1 million saved for retirement. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion today 👉 https://bit…

Converting Pre-Tax Money To Never-Taxed Money

Effective tax planning is important when it comes to retirement. Brandon highlights the potential changes in tax brackets and rates under the Biden administration, and explains the opportunities Roth conversions can provide when aiming to maximize savings and income in retirement. Like what you he…

Diversification: Reducing Risk In Your Investments

In this episode, Brandon discusses the potential risks and challenges in the current economic climate. He emphasizes the importance of being aware of the possibility of a market crash and the need to minimize tax implications. Brandon highlights diversification as a key strategy, with a focus on d…

The Flaws And Future Of Social Security

Social Security has 678 ways to file and over 2,000 rules to consider. This can cause confusion and many challenges when you begin planning for your retirement. In this episode, Brandon shares three lesser-known rules about Social Security filing and why it’s important to understand these rules to…

The Misconceptions About Annuities

Annuities often have a bad reputation due to fees, generating a low stream of income, and locking up principal. However, higher interest rates have made annuities something to consider when building out an income plan for retirement. In this episode, Brandon breaks down the concerns people have wi…

The 10 Commandments Of Retirement

Nick Saban’s wife Terry wrote to her husband “The 10 Commandments of Retirement” now that the legendary coach has called it a career. While the full list is still private, Ms. Terry did reveal some of things that Coach Saban has to abide by. In this episode, Brandon shares what his commandments in…

Facing The Challenges Of Retirement

Retirement can be a source of fear and uncertainty for many people. Retirees may face an identity crisis after walking away from work and struggle to find a purpose in their retirement years. In this episode, Brandon discusses how aiming to define your dream retirement may lead to a mindset change…

Chasing Your Retirement Dreams

Country Music star Cody Johnson recently shared with us how the “rush” and nervousness he experiences when going on stage helped him find his purpose. Nerves may often hinder us from taking the right steps to finding purpose during our retirement years, which could be costly. On this episode, Bran…

Reducing Fees In Your Retirement Plan

The top 20 airlines racked up $33 Billion in baggage fees last year. How much in fees came out of your portfolio last year? While paying fees in retirement is necessary, you don’t have to pay as much as you think. On this episode, Brandon explains what types of investments could be hindering the g…

Taxes, TikTok, And Retirement

Hear a young woman’s reaction to taxes being deducted from her first paycheck at her first full-time job. Don’t be like Emmie Jackson and get caught off guard by the amount of taxes coming out of your first retirement paycheck. On this episode, Brandon discusses the many tax strategies that people…