The Truth About Wealth

The Truth About Wealth


Latest Episodes

Episode 29 – A Recession on the Horizon with guest Paul Dietrich — Part 2
March 25, 2020

Like most things in life, the economy fluctuates, and it can’t continuously be on an upswing. Paul Dietrich is back with part two of this mini-series for The Truth About Wealth Podcast about the realities of the economy and the potential of an upcoming...

Episode 28 – A Recession on the Horizon — with guest Paul Dietrich
March 18, 2020

As much as you may want it to, the economy cannot be stable forever. Many experts are predicting an impending recession, potentially as soon as this year.  In this episode of The Truth About Wealth Podcast,

Episode 27 – Options to Reduce Your Taxes for Your IRA — With Mary Read, CPC, CPFA, QPA
March 04, 2020

Let’s face it — saving money in taxes is always going to be a major goal of financial planning.  In this episode, John and Michael Parise discuss tax-saving measures you can take with your IRA, with special guest Mary Read, CPC, CPFA, QPA,

Episode 26 – Is Your Estate Plan Public or Private?
February 12, 2020

Is your estate plan private or public? Do you even know what type of plan you have? In this episode of The Truth About Wealth Podcast, John and Michael Parise discuss estate plans, why they are typically in the public domain,

Episode 25 – What is Estate Equalization?
January 29, 2020

It’s possible that you’re familiar with estate equalization, even if you’ve never heard of it until now.  In this episode of The Truth About Wealth Podcast, John and Michael Parise explain why it’s important to discuss estate equalization during your f...

Episode 24 – Case Study: Charitable Planning
January 15, 2020

For so many high-income families, charitable giving is an important part of their financial plan. But what does it mean to include charitable giving to help you meet your own financial goals? In this episode of The Truth About Wealth Podcast,

Episode 23 – Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds Updates — With Brandon Hughes
December 30, 2019

Changes to tax laws made in 2017 saw an increase in qualified opportunity zone funds, and these are starting to have an impact on our clients.  In this episode of The Truth About Wealth Podcast, John and Michael Parise speak with Brandon Hughes of Peac...

Episode 22 – Buy-Sell Agreements Can Save You Millions
December 18, 2019

When it comes to buying and selling, it’s critical that you understand the difference between public and privately held companies. While there is a readily available market for public ownership, buying and selling within a private partnership or compan...

Episode 21 — Doing Well By Doing Good With ESOPs — With Rick Jaye, AIF®, CRC®
December 04, 2019

Exit planning is a major part of owning a business. And for many business owners, creating a plan that helps them do good by rewarding the employees that have helped them become successful is incredibly attractive. Today,

Episode 20 – Turn Your Philanthropy Into a Generational Project
November 20, 2019

There are many reasons to include philanthropic practices in your family’s overall financial plan.  In this episode, John and Michael Parise discuss the basics of philanthropic planning for families, including how families can work together to choose c...