Are You Falling for Financial “Shiny Objects?”

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In a world full of flashy promises and polished marketing, how do you know what actually matters when choosing a financial professional? In this episode, Eric tackles “shiny object syndrome” in retirement planning- the glossy brochures, impressive projections, testimonials, awards, and alphabet soup of credentials that can distract investors from what really counts. Eric breaks down which tools can be helpful, which deserve skepticism, and why trust, process, and real-world experience ultimately outweigh hype.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

✨ Shiny marketing vs. substance

📊 How to interpret hypothetical projections realistically

🗣️ What testimonials can (and can’t) tell you

🏆 Why advisor awards may be misleading

🎓 Experience vs. professional designations

🤝 The importance of trust and a clear planning process

Get in touch with the Peterson Financial team: https://petersonfg.com/