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Mr. Stillman's Opus

Mr. Stillman's Opus

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Financial and retirement guidance from John Stillman, founder of Rosewood Wealth Management. Serving Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle. Make sure your finances are designed to deliver you a harmonious retirement.Copyright John Stillman Economía Finanzas Personales Política y Gobierno
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  • Inherited a House — Are the Taxes Really That Bad?
    Feb 20 2026

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    When a parent dies, it’s not just the photo albums and memories that get unpacked. The house usually comes with it. And that’s where feelings and finances start bumping into each other. John tackles a listener question about whether selling an inherited home really triggers some monster tax bill, or if that worry’s been blown a little out of proportion.

    But more importantly, he highlights why communication matters just as much as calculation. When everyone understands the rules — and talks openly about goals and concerns — decisions stop being driven by fear and start being guided by clarity.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    🏠 Inherited Home Concerns: Tax fears and stalled decisions

    🗣 Family Communication: Conversations before emotions rise

    📊 Property Value Growth: Step-up basis and appraisal timing

    👨‍👩‍👧 Multiple Heirs: Buyouts, tension, and coordination

    Connect with us:

    Web: https://rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/

    Phone: 919-391-3446

    Schedule a Meeting: http://meetwithjohn.com

    Check us out on YouTube: https://bit.ly/46RaLvL

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    10 m
  • Think Living Off Interest Sounds Smart? Think Again.
    Jan 2 2026

    Ready to grow your wealth with confidence? Let’s talk! 👉 https://www.rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/schedule-an-appointment

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    Living off interest sounds great, until you realize you’ve built a retirement plan that can easily collapse the moment life hits. In this episode, John uses a chicken-and-egg analogy to explain why relying solely on dividends and interest can sabotage your financial future. If you’ve ever said, “I’ll never touch principal,” this conversation may change your mind before reality does.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    💸 Dividend Trap: Why “interest only” sounds smarter than it is

    🧯 Portfolio Buffer: Planning for surprises (because life happens)

    ⚠️ Hard Truth: Why this strategy fails and what to do instead

    Connect with us:

    Web: https://rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/

    Phone: 919-391-3446

    Schedule a Meeting: http://meetwithjohn.com

    Check us out on YouTube: https://bit.ly/46RaLvL

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    4 m
  • Spotting Hidden Fees (And Where You'll Find Them)
    Dec 26 2025

    Ready to grow your wealth with confidence? Let’s talk! 👉 https://www.rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/schedule-an-appointment

    ☎️ 919-391-3446

    Ever feel like you’re missing something right under your nose? On the farm, knowing all the hidden spots for eggs means a bigger haul every day, and your investments work the same way. If you know where to look and ask the right questions, you’ll uncover those hidden fees sneaking by unnoticed. Tune in and let’s make sure you’re collecting all your eggs, and every dollar that belongs to you.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    🥚 Egg Routine: Knowing the right spots

    💸 Hidden Fees: What statements don’t show

    🎯 Better Questions: How clarity is uncovered

    Connect with us:

    Web: https://rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/

    Phone: 919-391-3446

    Schedule a Meeting: http://meetwithjohn.com

    Check us out on YouTube: https://bit.ly/46RaLvL

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    3 m
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