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Half of Americans say they’re too nervous to invest, and the ones who do invest may still be leaving serious money on the table. Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA break down your investing psychology and exactly why your emotions are working against your portfolio, and what it actually takes to build the […]
Pure’s Director of Education, Kathryn Bowie, CFP®, AFC®, breaks down the essentials of IRA planning and shares strategies to help you grow and protect your retirement savings. Outline 0:00 — Introduction & Overview 0:29 — Retirement Account Basics & Contribution Limits 2:53 — The Three Tax Environments 10:23 — Traditional vs. Roth IRA Differences 17:06 — Roth Conversion Strategy 19:59 — Savings Strategies by Life Stage 33:28 — Tax Reduction Strategies & RMD Planning 37:46 — Common Mistakes & Q&A Transcription: (NOTE: Transcriptions are an approximation and may not be entirely correct) Kathryn Bowie, CFP®, AFC®: Retire Smarter: IRA Strategies to Maximize Your Savings. Welcome, […]
“How much do I need to retire?” Joe Anderson, CFP and Big Al Clopine, CPA hear this question all the time. Today on YMYW, they delve into a crucial aspect of retirement planning: determining how much you can spend in retirement without running out of money. Find out how to calculate a safe withdrawal rate, […]
George in South Carolina wants to retire in 8 years at 53. Does he have enough in his brokerage account to bridge the gap to Social Security? Joe in Massachusetts is saving a staggering $200,000 a year, but will his high-spending lifestyle make a multi-million dollar nest egg look small? The fellas help 26-year-old Jonathan in Florida map out a path to retire in his 40s using his 457 plan, and they spitball on whether early exit strategies for both Kris and Rojo in California are a “green light” or a reality check. Plus, Joe explains why the “Rule of 55” and Roth conversions might be some of the most important tools in your early retirement toolbox.
Are you among the 49% of retirees making the same mistake that quietly costs thousands every single year? The good news is, it can be fixed with a little clarity and some thoughtful planning. Find out what that mistake is and how to avoid draining your portfolio faster than you planned, as Joe Anderson, CFP® […]
Mark Salisbury, PhD, CEO & Co-Founder of TuitionFit, alongside Pure’s Principal, Marc Horner, CFP®, shares insights on how families can approach the college tuition process with confidence and make smarter decisions. Outline 0:00 Introduction & Overview 2:09 Education as a Pathway 4:22 College Pricing & Discounts 5:45 The College Selection Process 8:40 Starting with Price 13:43 Negotiation Strategies 22:06 Public vs Private […]
Age 62 is considered the “sweet spot” for retirement, but will it set you free or actually set you back? Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA share the formula for creating lifetime income, bridging the healthcare gap before Medicare, and keeping more of your savings from the IRS — along with tips to […]
No matter what stage of life you’re in, certain milestones can indicate meaningful financial changes to consider. Pure’s Principal, Marc Horner, CFP®, shows us how financial planning evolves across those milestones and why adjusting your plan along the way matters. Transcript Financial planning isn’t about predicting every detail of your future. It’s about […]
Pure’s Financial Advisor, Blaine Thiederman, CFP®, breaks down the true cost of long-term care and why planning early can help protect your independence, your future, and your peace of mind. Transcript When people think about long-term care, they often picture something far off in the future or something that only happens to other families. But […]
If you think the biggest threat to your retirement is a market crash or picking the wrong investment, think again. Small, everyday financial pitfalls can quietly drain your wealth, add years to your working life, and cost hundreds of thousands of dollars without you even realizing it. In this episode, Joe Anderson, CFP®, and Big […]
Pure’s Senior Financial Advisor, Joe Schweiger, CFP®, AIF®, explores budgeting through a financially fit mindset, emphasizing consistency and practicality when building a resilient budget for the new year. Transcript January is the time for setting fitness goals, but if your finances stepped on the scale today, what shape would they be in? If you think […]
When it comes to setting up your adult children for long-term success, a vital cornerstone is providing them with critical financial knowledge. Pure’s Principal, Marc Horner, CFP®, shares practical ways you can prepare your children to build a solid financial foundation. Transcript As a financial planner, a common question I hear from parents is: ‘How […]
You may think you’ve got Social Security all figured out, but several common myths and mistakes quietly drain retirees out of tens of thousands of dollars. Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA show you how to claim smarter, keep more, and avoid a miserable retirement. Download the Social Security Handbook: Important Points: 00:00 […]
Pure’s Senior Financial Advisor, Michael Chipperfield, CFP®, AIF®, provides six critical considerations for growing families who want to establish a stronger financial foundation. Transcript Here’s a jaw-dropping stat: it now costs over $300,000 on average to raise a child in the U.S. over 18 years.1 If you’re just becoming a parent or expecting, you’re entering […]
You’ve heard the phrase, “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is”? Not everything you see online is good advice, especially when it comes to personal finance tips from self-proclaimed “finfluencers”. Joe Anderson, CFP®, and Big Al Clopine, CPA, expose what’s hype, what’s harmful, and how to protect your retirement from bad […]
