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Financial Fees - Getting to the Bottom Line
When it comes to managing your finances and planning for retirement, one of the most dreaded topics is fees. Whether you're investing in mutual funds or working with a financial advisor, fees are an inevitable part of the process. In this episode, Phil ta
It’s Time To Talk Crypto
Cryptocurrency has been a buzzword for over a decade, but what exactly is it? In todays episode, Phil is here to answer your questions. Fresh from a conference focused on this digital frontier, he shares his insights on what crypto is, its underlying tec
All In One Basket? The Risks of Sector Investing
We know you shouldnt put all your money into a single stock. But what about putting a lot of it into a strong market sector, diversified among different companies? Would it ever make sense to do that? In todays episode of Phils Tax Hacks, were answeri
The IRS Gave Us A Gift (Or Did They?)
In today’s episode, we’re going to discuss the ongoing confusion surrounding inherited IRAs and Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). The SECURE Act introduced a 10-year rule for withdrawing inherited IRA funds, replacing the old stretch IRA rules that a
The Rise of Retiree Healthcare Costs
The future of retiree health care costs is on the rise. In fact, the Employee Benefit Research Institute released numbers for 2023 showing an 8% increase in retiree healthcare costs for the year. Stay
Steering Clear of Retirement Stress
Retirement is often painted as a serene, stress-free period of life where the worries of the working world fade away. However, psychologists have determined that retirement is one of the most stressfu
Is Retiring at 65 Crazy?
Is retiring at 65 crazy? One billionaire thinks so. In this episode, Phil and Marc unpack a recent Yahoo Finance article where BlackRock CEO Larry Fink challenges the conventional notion of retiring a
Tax Mistakes to AVOID in 2024 (Part 2)
Its that time of year! With tax season right around the corner, its the perfect time to dive into some tax tips on the podcast. Tune into this two-part series where we dive into a fidelity article t
Tax Mistakes to AVOID in 2024 (Part 1)
Its that time of year! With tax season right around the corner, its the perfect time to dive into some tax tips on the podcast. Tune into this two-part series where we dive into a fidelity article t
Finance Fortress: Practical Strategies for Retirees Against Scams & Fraud
Just like any other threat, learning to recognize and avoid scams has become crucial for today's retirees. Join us as we discuss essential steps you can take to protect yourself against the increasing