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Executor Basics | Financial Checklist

Episode 619:  Steve and Justin break down the executor’s duties in clear steps, helping you navigate estate settlement without feeling overwhelmed. Then they turn to everyday finances, showing how a simple month-by-month checklist can turn endless to-dos into small habits that build long-term success.

Bull vs. Bear | Digital Estate

Episode 617: Justin and Zach break down bull and bear markets and highlight what every investor needs to know to navigate them with confidence. Then, learn how to protect your online accounts, passwords, and digital memories with a smart, practical guide to organizing and securing your digital estate.

Soaring Premiums | Early Gifting

Episode 615: Rising healthcare costs aren’t just about inflation. John and Steve explain how the shutdown is affecting premiums and offer six practical ways to fight back. They’ll also discuss when it makes sense to gift money to your kids—and why waiting may be the wiser move.

Tax-Loss Harvesting 101 | Aging Parents

Episode 614: Learn from Zach and Justin how savvy investors use tax-loss harvesting to offset taxes today and build wealth for tomorrow. Then, discover five key money conversations that can help families prepare for aging parents with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

Prosperity Puzzle | Widow’s Checklist

Episode 612: If our nation’s wealth is at record highs, why does it feel so hard to get ahead? Zach and Matthew reveal the hidden forces shaping how we perceive prosperity. Then, learn how to turn an overwhelming to-do list into manageable steps that can protect your financial future after losing a spouse.

Estate Planning | Hands-Off Investing

Episode 605: Estate planning doesn’t have to be complicated. Abbie and Ryan explain how you can minimize taxes, spare your heirs the stress, and ensure your wishes are crystal clear. Then, the Money Doctors reveal how a hands-off investing approach can protect you from costly errors and build lasting wealth.

Financial Psychology | Roth Conversions

Episode 604: John and Abbie uncover the psychological traps behind common money mistakes. They also share strategies to help you avoid them and set up “Future You” for success. Then, the Money Doctors break down the pros and cons of Roth conversions to help you decide if they’re the right move for your financial future.

Social Security | Estate Planning

Episode 596: Are Social Security and Medicare really at risk? Zach and Justin break down the facts and offer a practical perspective for your retirement planning. Next, the Money Doctors share four strategic ways to optimize your estate plan so that you and your heirs are prepared for future needs and evolving goals.

Gifting Strategies | Timing Dilemma

Episode 587: Wondering if your kids will handle an inheritance well?  Zach and Abbie share how to pass on your wealth without doing more harm than good. Next, they unpack the pitfalls of market timing and how staying the course over time can lead to greater rewards.

Retirement Pitfalls | Beneficiaries 101

Episode 586: Don't let common retirement income mistakes derail your financial security—learn three crucial pitfalls and how to avoid them. Next, Justin and Matthew walk through the ins and outs of naming beneficiaries—what that involves, why it’s important, and how to do it well.