Trust the Plan Podcast with Nick Hopwood, CFP® and Jim Pilat, CFP®
Latest Episodes
EP 202: What is a Money Date? & How Can It Help Your Financial Future?
In this episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management talk about the benefits of a money date and the impact it can have on your financial future.A money date is a way f
EP 200: Exploring the Impact of the Israel-Palestine Conflict on the US Deficit
In episode 200 of the Trust the Plan Podcast, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management delve into the ongoing conflict in Israel and its impact on the United States deficit. Wi
EP 199: Tackling the Cost of College: A Guide to Saving for Higher Education
In this episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management will discuss the best practices, strategies, and options available for financing higher education. With college costs
EP 198: Managing Client Expectations: The Secret to Successful CFP-Client Relationships
In this episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management delve into the crucial topic of managing client expectations as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and how it sets th
EP 197: The Cost of Risk: Why Some Homeowners Refuse to Buy Insurance
In today's episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management discuss the two main reasons why more people are choosing to skip home insurance, as outlined in a recent Wall Stre
EP 196: Rounding Up At The Register
Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management talk about businesses that ask you to "round up" for donations. This tactic has become increasingly popular among businesses, including
Don’t Retire...Graduate! feat. Eric Brotman, CFP®
In this episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management had the pleasure of speaking with Financial Advisor, Eric Brotman. Eric has been working in the financial industry for
EP 195: Mastering the Withdrawal Phases of Retirement
Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management talk about a recent article they read where it highlights 7 steps someone must take to make a retirement withdrawal. Overall, the duo b
EP 194: Exploring September Economic Trends 2023
In this episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management talk about a recent TikTok video where a woman compares the work ethic and goals between Gen Z & Boomers. Nick and
EP 193: Do Young Americans Share Same Work Ethic & Goals as Boomers?
In this episode, Nick Hopwood, CFP and Jim Pilat, CFP of Peak Wealth Management talk about a recent TikTok video where a woman compares the work ethic and goals between Gen Z & Boomers. Nick and