Why does 90% of wealth disappear by the 3rd generation? What causes 70% of wealth transfer from one generation to the next to fail? For those that create multi-generational wealth and maintain family harmony, what principles and practices do they adhere to? The answer is a shocking as it is simple. In this episode, we discuss what research and high net-worth advisors all observe amongst the wealthiest and their successes and failures in maintaining the family wealth. We also lay out a blueprint anyone can follow to foster multi-generational wealth.

The "Retirement Red Zone" describes the critical 4-5 years BEFORE and AFTER you retire. The order of your returns during that critical period are more important than your long-term average, no matter how good your average rates of return might turn out to be. In this episode, we give real world examples that demonstrate how wise management during Retirement Red Zone can be the difference-maker in whether or not your retirement is golden or nail-biting. We also tackle the Great Wealth Transfer that is underway and how to create a legacy that lasts throughout the generations.

Major updates and impacts are happening in the retirement landscape. Social Security cost of living adjustments, Medicare premium increases, IRMAA surcharge increases, and new taxes. How are you affected, and how you best navigate the landmines? We also explore how create a guaranteed tax-free foundation of income throughout retirement that avoid social security taxation and IRMAA surcharges on Medicare.

A confluence of factors must come together to create a resilient portfolio:

1. Market risk mitigation

2. Income predictability and maximization

3. Tax-efficiency

When all three come together in harmony, the result is a resilient portfolio that can withstand many of the toughest challenges retirees face. In this episode, we dive in elements to make your portfolio more resilient as well as discuss the importance of the critical "Retirement Red Zone".

What creates wealth, and what prohibits or even destroys wealth? It is surprising to many that the answers have less to do with rate of return and how much money you make. Rather, focus, perspective, and habit are often the differences between having and maintaining wealth and not. In this episode, we explore the 7 keys to wise financial stewardship.

In today's episode, we dive into common questions:

• When should I claim my social security?
• What does the recent Fed rate cut mean for me?
• How can I lock in higher rates on my savings for for many years to come?
• How much and when should I convert to a Roth or IUL?
• How can I minimize the collateral tax damage in my retirement?
• What does the new senior bonus deduction mean for me?

Most people have more potential in their financial picture than they might realize. Poorly positioned assets, traditional approaches, and incorrect information keep that potential bottled up. In this episode, we’ll explore new planning opportunities due to the OBBBA, common misperceptions about retirement, and how to identify and unleash your financial picture’s hidden potential.

Tax-efficient retirement strategies can be an important part of your retirement, but what about ensuring you cannot outlive your money? What if life throws you curve balls and Murphy's law takes over? This week's episode demonstrates how to create 5 streams of tax-free income and "portfolio insurance" to protect against the unforeseen.