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    If you have a choice, where do you want to retire? How much of where you retire will depend on how much you will have to retire on. The cost of living will be a major factor in figuring out h...
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    • 4 years ago
    37:58
    In this podcast we will talk about the idea of if you love what you are doing for a career, will you ever really retire? Our guest today will be Steven Shulem. He sells cruise ship experienc...
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    • 4 years ago
    39:48
    In an endurance race there are many strategies you can use to get to the finish line. Remember the story of the Hare and the Tortoise? Come out strong and aggressive and 'hope' that y...
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    • 5 years ago
    51:54
    After what we experienced with the Covid pandemic, a lot of us are still recovering from the economic impact but some are already looking ahead and putting Financial Defenses in play to prepa...
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    • 5 years ago
    48:31
    Ask yourself - by the time you retire, will you really have the health and energy to do all the fun things you dreamt about?? It's one thing to have the resources to retire comfortably bu...
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    • 5 years ago
    37:04
    Are you Risk Averse? Being your own boss requires some degree of risk. How good are you with dealing with risks and can you look at risk as a fun and rewarding challenge? In racing, every lap...
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    • 5 years ago
    40:11
    In this episode Mike, Matt and guest speaker Jeff discuss how inflation can be the silent killer to your business and retirement portfolio. With all the government stimulus and businesses hav...
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    • 5 years ago
    43:10
    In this episode Mike and Matt bring on a guest that was involved in the beginning creations of cryptocurrency. Michael Noel, Certified Blockchain Professional with Blockchain Consultants. Mic...
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    • 5 years ago
    46:19
    This is the final episode in our 3 part series that helps listeners focus on simple ways to start thinking like you are a retiree in your 40’s & 50’s, so that you can take advantage of yo...
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    • 5 years ago
    35:47
    In this episode, Mike and Matt lay the groundwork to help you start understanding what the average amount you should have in your retirement accounts when you are in your 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s...
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    • 5 years ago
    36:05
    This show begins a 3-part Series where the guys will go into detail on how to habitually prepare for retirement in your 40’s and 50’s, so that you can retire sooner with confidence. The episo...
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    • 5 years ago
    37:32
    Follow along as Mike and Matt discuss the many ways to financially plan for the “curve balls” your health will throw at you. There’s a Health Savings Account (HSA) discussion in this episode ...
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    • 5 years ago
    47:40
    In this episode Mike and Matt begin this two part series with the guest appearance of Dr. Ken Ota from his very own O Longevity & Wellness Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ. The guys had him on th...
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    • 5 years ago
    47:24
    In this episode Mike and Matt just do a quick “check-in” with listeners following the President’s Day weekend. Mike speaks briefly about the status of the 10-Year U.S. Treasury Note and the i...
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    • 5 years ago
    22:24
    We are very proud to announce that we are now recording our Podcast as both a Video & Podcast! You can listen and watch now at the same time!!! Here’s the link to our YouTube channel – Sm...
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    • 5 years ago
    39:28
    In this episode Mike and Matt kick off the show with the current status of the Gold & Silver Market, as well as what to watch for as the 10 year Treasury Note makes a come back from its d...
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    • 5 years ago
    34:18
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the forecasts for the U.S. Real Estate market in 2021. The guys discuss points brought up in a 2021 Redfin Real Estate article, as Mike gives his “2 cen...
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    • 5 years ago
    38:38
    In this episode Mike and Matt embarrass themselves with their reading of the 12 Days of Christmas Price Index—it’s a ridiculous way to share some cheer. Also, they make it a point to address...
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    • 5 years ago
    36:58
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the concept of increasing your Investment options through a Self-Directed IRA. The guys help you understand the DO’s & Don’t of properly setting up ...
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    • 5 years ago
    38:38
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on why this time of year is a great opportunity to focus on the items that you need to be organized in your Estate Plan with your immediate Family; but, al...
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    • 5 years ago
    35:57
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the historical performance of the U.S. Economy in Q3, and why Q4 will likely not be anywhere as good. Additionally, the guys debrief on the Presidential...
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    • 5 years ago
    29:04
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the final part of the series that focuses on the 7 retirement income risks. With the type of year we’ve had in 2020, the guys thought it would be best t...
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    • 5 years ago
    30:35
    In this episode, Mike and Matt continue with Part 3 of their 4 part series that discusses managing the seven risks to retirement income. This episode covers the concept of “Sequence of Return...
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    • 5 years ago
    40:08
    In this episode Mike and Matt continue their 4 part series about managing the seven risks you'll face in retirement. This episode touches on the concept of out living your money, and how ...
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    • 5 years ago
    40:43
    Mike & Matt are excited to kick off part 1 of a 4 part show series covering The 7 Risks You'll Face in Retirement. Today we are isolating Inflation risk, and the varying views of wher...
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    • 5 years ago
    41:18
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the fear and potential volatility that the U.S. economy could have regardless of which Presidential candidate wins in November. Our purpose on this show...
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    • 5 years ago
    30:44
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the all the ways we can help our children, or our children’s children, save and prepare for the ever increasing cost of a College education. Matt touche...
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    • 6 years ago
    41:32
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on yet another smart retirement “tool to have in your bag”! Learn from listening to their esteemed special guest, Chris Foley, from Core Income Advisors, o...
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    • 6 years ago
    53:02
    Mike and Matt discuss 2 great ways to be disciplined and reinvest your tax refund into making your future financial life more free. With Tax Refund time “right around the corner” for many Ame...
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    • 6 years ago
    50:43
    In this episode Mike & Matt have the pleasure of interviewing, Mark Hall, an attorney of Mark E. Hall, PC law firm to discuss the basics of wills or trusts and where they might make sense...
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    • 6 years ago
    40:08
    In this episode Matt reminds listeners that there’s a fortune “sitting right under their noses” if they just plan out their Social Security income properly. Mike adds some of the best ways to...
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    • 6 years ago
    42:48
    "Silence!" you shout at the two imps sitting opposite you in the surveillance van. "It's time you two pilferers sneak into the factory and steal some tasty doughnuts. It'll be absolutely pitch black i...
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    • 6 years ago
    44:50
    In this episode Mike and Matt bring on a guest, Darin Moore DRE#01147784 from Sunset Mortgage, on the Show to help listeners understand the investment insight of being Private 1st Trust Deed ...
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    • 6 years ago
    55:27
    In this episode Mike & Matt give a brief review of the SECURE act of 2019, Matt breaks down some ideas to combat volatility in your portfolio by creating "Volatility Insurance",...
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    • 6 years ago
    58:00
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on why Congress suspended the Required Minimum Distributions for those in Retirement, due to COVID-19. Also, Mike goes into to detail of the Good, Bad and ...
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    • 6 years ago
    46:17
    In this episode Mike and Matt touch on the forecasts for when the U.S. will see a recession recovery from COVID-19, the current Unemployment rate and projected GDP figures from this historica...
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    • 6 years ago
    53:32
    Mike & Matt will discuss the sense and serenity to have in this market by discussing taking advantage of products that allow you to cap your losses and diversify your gains, as well as to...
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    • 6 years ago
    01:01:25
    In this show we focus on how the COVID-19 virus is attacking the Financial Markets, and how you can counter what the 2020 Market is doing to your retirement with ways to protect your assets. ...
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    • 6 years ago
    42:52
    In this episode Mike & Matt focus on the ways to “Live Well”, by accessing the Assets that they’ve worked so hard to set-up and preserve. Through Real Estate, Financial products, and just...
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    • 6 years ago
    45:52
    In this weeks episode Mike & Matt discuss part 2 of our three part series "The Wealth Triangle". Part 2 will help guide you through ideas of how to grow and protect your wealth...
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    • 6 years ago
    41:51
    In this weeks episode Mike & Matt discuss part 1 of our new three part series "The Wealth Triangle". Part 1 will explain the importance of building a strong foundation for your...
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    • 6 years ago
    01:03:33
    In this episode Mike & Matt discuss ideas of how to protect your earnings from 2019 and how to not give everything thing back. Remember a gain is not realized until you sell! Happy New Ye...
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    • 6 years ago
    39:15
    In this episode, Mike & Matt discuss different strategies and ideas of how to properly pass on your assets to your beneficiaries and avoid things like unnecessary taxes and probate. ...
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    • 6 years ago
    01:02:07
    In this short episode, Mike & Matt wanted to take a few minutes to thank our listeners and wish you all a very happy holidays as well as, a very healthy new year. Thank you all for a grea...
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    • 6 years ago
    04:00
    In this episode Mike & Matt brought in an industry expert, Marc Rogers, to discuss alternatives to the stock market and how to still receive decent growth in your retirement accounts with...
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    • 6 years ago
    53:52
    In this episode, Mike & Matt talk with one of the nations leading experts in identity theft protection, Dana Mantilia, and learn some of the ways you can protect yourself from this seriou...
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    • 6 years ago
    45:13
    On this episode Mike interviews Brad Byrnes of Finance of America to get a deeper look at the reverse mortgage market and how it can truly benefit you in retirement.Special Guest: Brad Byrnes...
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    • 6 years ago
    01:08:08
    In this episode Mike & Matt get into what could be the scariest part of retirement, healthcare. Learn about the costs of the unknown and how to prepare for an unexpected. Happy Halloween!...
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    • 6 years ago
    56:25
    In this weeks episode, Mike & Matt dive into the last 5 of the Top 10 mistakes retirees make in retirement. Remember this is a two part show and to please tune into part 1 if you haven...
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    • 6 years ago
    39:09
    In this weeks episode, Mike & Matt dive into the first 5 of the Top 10 mistakes retirees make. Remember this is a two part show and to please tune into part 2 when it's released. ...
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    • 6 years ago
    48:04