KPC Smart Money

Building financial wealth is important, giving you options, stability, and confidence. There is another wealth that makes you personally rich that requires little or no money.  It is in blessing other...

In this introductory episode of the KPC Smart Money Podcast, Bryan Christ, Jay Angotti, and Stone Bethea explain how their advisory team works together behind the scenes to support clients. They break...

Have you seen the ads lately about how to boost your memory?  These ads promise all kinds of things.  I decided to do some research on my own to find out what actual studies show regarding memory trai...

The US population is living longer, and reaching age 100 or older is not rare anymore.  With people living longer, the real goal is to live those years in good health.  Now is the time to give your fu...

Gold and Silver prices are soaring.  So, what is causing this and will it last? Have you wondered about adding or increasing Gold and Silver in your portfolio?  On today's show we will talk about this...

Have you heard the saying it is better to give then receive?  From a Christian perspective it isn't just a nice saying, it has promises attached to it.  What does the Bible say about giving and what a...

Between the ages of 30 and 40, you are setting the financial foundation for your entire life. We often see potential clients that wished they knew about this mistakes when they were younger.  So liste...

Today we will look at how you can raise financially savvy kids, and not spoil them.  It is easy to want to buy our kids and grandkids whatever they want if we have the financial means to do that.  How...

When seeking help on your stock market investments, do you find it confusing regarding services provided and advisor licensing?  There are many people that call themselves Investment Advisors, but are...

Our book is now on Amazon! "Create Your Best Retirement" Today we share why we wrote it, our hopes for the book, and a little behind the scenes on writing it.  We kept seeing clients struggling with t...

Many people feel inadequate or even fearful about investing.  We find it is just a lack of understanding on how it works, or a fear of losing money.  You need investments in order for your money to ou...

We encounter people frequently that say their parents weren't good at money and so they never learned how to manage their finances.  If this is you, or you wnat to make sure you know the basics of fin...

Wealth isn't just about making money, it is about how you manage it.  We will share 5 habits of successful people that can put you on the path to financial freedom.  These habits are repeatable, and v...

I'm sure you've seen the TV ads to buy gold and silver.  Is this a good idea?  Many people own physical gold and silver, and some have stock market investments in precious metals.  But why buy gold or...

What could happen if you don't keep your beneficiaries up to date on all of your assets?  Today we are talking about why it is important to always verify your beneificiaries when there is a life chang...

Is Digital Currency here to stay?  And if so, what is it and what are the benefits and drawbacks?  The two primary supporters of digital currency are banks and the government. This week learn some of ...

We will talk about some of the tremendous changes we have seen in just one week of the new Presidential Administration. What is being implemented that can reduce the troublesome federal debt and bring...

How can you create tax free income and legacy for retirement?  One of the most powerful tools is unfortunately not talked about enough.  It is called Fixed Indexed Universal Life, and it has multiple ...

We all have a risk tolerance - how much risk td you want to take for the commensurate reward? In stock market investing, risk is defined by 5 categories.  Today we explain each category and debunk som...

January is historically the time to make resolutions to improve our lives.  Unfortunately, about 90% of people will not be able to keep their resolutions.  Today we will talk about making small steps ...

There are a lot of financial things college students are not necessarily prepared for when they head to college. If you are a student or have a loved one that is starting college, share these tips and...

Have you heard about Passive and Active Investing and wondered what that means?  Today we will explain what these are and the pros and cons of each investment philosophy. Key takeaways: Is modern ...

Ed Slott is a CPA and one of my favorite experts on all things tax related.  If you have deferred accounts like 401k, 403b, 457, or IRAs you have a ticking tax bomb. Looking over your entire retiremen...

Teaching your kids about money depends on you, the Parents. We want to share some of the money lessons we learned from our Fathers in honor of Father's Day and share some practical lessons you can tea...

Are you looking for fun things to do with your children or grandchildren that are budget friendly?  This week we share no and low cost indoor activities, outdoor activities and educational and communi...

Teaching children to make and save money can start as young as kindergarten and should be a skill that is learned long before they leave the nest.  Today Kevin and I will talk about some fun ideas for...

Financial rainy days will come, are you prepared?  Today we talk about how and why you want to have a rainy day, or emergency fund.  We believe everyone should have one.   Key takeaways: Unexpected...

Being a Mom is the most important "job" in life.  It is the most fulfilling, and sometimes heart wrenching, thing you will ever do.  Moms makes tough decisions and choice all the time.  Today we want ...

You are getting married and your life is going to change in many ways.  An often-overlooked topic however is finances, yet it is one of the top reasons for marital stress. Here are our thoughts on wha...

You are getting married and your life is going to change in many ways.  An often-overlooked topic however is finances, yet it is one of the top reasons for marital stress. Here are our thoughts on wha...

Generating income from dividends isn't just for retired people.  It is a great strategy to have in your investment portfolio.  But what companies should you invest in and how to you set up a diversifi...

Generating income from dividends isn't just for retired people.  It is a great strategy to have in your investment portfolio.  But what companies should you invest in and how to you set up a diversifi...

In this 2 part series we talk about some of the important financial decisions when becoming new parents.  There is so much that will change as you prepare and learn about parenthood and the financial ...

In this 2 part series we talk about some of the important financial decisions when becoming new parents.  There is so much that will change as you prepare and learn about parenthood and the financial ...

Have you heard the saying "If you have a million dollars saved in retirement, and just withdraw 4% you can retire"?  Today we talk about how that doesn't always work.  The key to retirement is spendin...

Have you ever overspent at Christmas and had big credit card bills in January?  That can take some of the fun out of gift giving at Christmas and can hurt your financial plans.  Here are some ideas to...

We all have family Christmas Traditions, and they change over time and as we and our children build traditions of their own.  This week we share some of our family traditions.  Enjoy! Key takeaways: ...

As the economy is experiencing inflation and recession and the stock market is volatile, people are asking about whether adding gold and silver to their investments is a good idea.  You need to watch ...

Many people are wondering what can I do financially to survive the current inflation.  Today we are going to talk about causes of inflation and how to protect your savings.  This is an important conve...

Are you talking about money with your children or grandchildren?  Unfortunately, many parents are not talking about money with their children, and just leaving it up to them to figure out how to be fi...

Just like you might spring clean your home, you can clean your financial house.  This week we will give you tips on how to reduce your financial clutter. Just like spring cleaning, these are good habi...

Are you worried about a major recession?  Worrying won't help, and isn't good for you.  The economy is cyclical and will experience times of recession.  Listen this week to find out how to avoid anxie...

In this two-part series we will give some ideas on how to be happy in retirement, assuming you have already handled the financial aspects.  What are you going to do with the extra 2,000 hours per year...

In this two-part series we will give some ideas on how to be happy in retirement, assuming you have already handled the financial aspects.  What are you going to do with the extra 2,000 hours per year...

Kids and Grandkids will be out of school for the summer soon.  On this podcast we will talk about the fun things we did as children, and offer some ideas to make summer break fun.  And create lasting ...

Pets are an important part of many families.  Our "furry babies" can get injured and sick, and the vet costs can be very expensive.  So, should you buy Pet Insurance? Key takeaways: Injuries to do...

Do you know the difference between final expense life insurance and pre planned funeral packages?  The cost of funerals increases between 5-7% per year.  Since you already know that you will need a fu...

On the next 2 weeks of podcasts, we will share our experiences with short term missions.  We hope you enjoy our insights on the people, their living conditions, and how to make a positive impact in th...

On the next 2 weeks of podcasts, we will share our experiences with short term missions.  We hope you enjoy our insights on the people, their living conditions, and how to make a positive impact in th...

Many people are accumulating cash out of concern for stock market losses.  We see many people that are frustrated though as safe alternatives for their cash often are not earning enough to keep up wit...