Tag: Financial Advisors

Family Finances: Navigating the Future with the Ramsey Trio (Ep. 24)

Family Finances: Navigating the Future with the Ramsey Trio (Ep. 24)

Imagine a world where the younger generation is not only savvy with technology but also with their finances. 

Dive into an engaging conversation as Brett Ramsey and his two insightful daughters, Caroline and Maryrose, pull back the curtain on the crucial world of financial literacy for the youth. In this episode, they navigate their personal tales of money management, college adventures, and career journeys, painting a vivid picture of how finance intertwines with life’s pivotal decisions.

Together, Brett, Caroline, and Maryrose unravel:

  • The pivotal role finances played in their college and career trajectories
  • The undeniable significance of arming oneself with the right financial knowledge
  • Proactive strategies for preretirees to usher in a new generation with a profound grasp of money’s value 
  • …and a treasure trove of more financial gems

 

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Planning for Retirement and Beyond with Randy and Margo Wheeler (Ep. 23)

Planning for Retirement and Beyond with Randy and Margo Wheeler (Ep. 23)

When it comes to financial and retirement planning, it can be easy to talk about the best strategies in the best scenarios. But what do the financial planning decisions look like from a client’s perspective? How do their everyday actions and family goals change their financial needs?

In this episode, Brett Ramsey speaks with Randy and Margo Wheeler as they share their plans for their family’s future. They reveal how their financial goals have shifted as their children grew older, covering college expenses, budgeting, teaching financial values to children, managing unexpected inheritances, and preparing for retirement.

Randy and Margo discuss: 

  • The importance of seeking financial advice and planning for retirement
  • Why is budgeting and prioritizing expenses important
  • How can one prepare for emotional extremes and sudden wealth
  • What should be considered when envisioning the future in retirement
  • And more

 

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 About Brett Ramsey:

 Brett is committed to educating others—especially his clients—to become confident in their own financial decisions. As co-owner and LPL financial advisors at Artisan Wealth Strategies, he specializes in retirement, income planning, as well as comprehensive financial planning. Brett has been in the financial industry for 20 years. 

Brett attended Case Western Reserve University, where he received his undergraduate degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He went on to attend Duke’s Fuqua School of Business to receive his MBA. He received his CFP® certification to become a financial advisor, and soon began helping clients on their financial journeys. 

 In his 20 years in the industry, he’s worked for major financial corporations such as Sheridan Road Financial, Novus Wealth Management, and Nettworth Financial Group prior to establishing his own financial planning practice. 

 Brett now lives in Carmel, Indiana, with his family which is his favorite pastime, but he’s also an avid athlete. An active member of his community, Brett has organized many educational classes on financial topics and taught classes for many non-profit organizations. 

 

How to Thrive in Retirement with Retiree, Jennifer Clapp (Ep. 22)

How to Thrive in Retirement with Retiree, Jennifer Clapp (Ep. 22)

Retirement means planning for a lot of things. Having enough money, planning what you will do during retirement and how your money will be spent. Along with that comes planning for something you haven’t experienced before. Why not learn from someone who has that experience?

In this episode, Brett Ramsey is joined by Jennifer Clapp, a retiree who shares her experience of suddenly leaving a 30-year career for retirement and how she planned the transition. She explores key habits for financial success, such as having “pocket money” for discretionary spending and investing in retirement savings, along with planning for unexpected bumps along the way.

Brett and Jennifer discusses: 

  • How she transitioned out of her company and into retirement
  • Why her husband insisted on her enrolling in the company 401(k) plan
  • How she made the best of an unexpected decision to buy a new house
  • The importance of financial education and mentorship for the next generation
  • Her experience going back to work after entering retirement and after Covid
  •   And more

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About Brett Ramsey:

Brett is committed to educating others—especially his clients—to become confident in their own financial decisions. As co-owner and LPL financial advisors at Artisan Wealth Strategies, he specializes in retirement, income planning, as well as comprehensive financial planning. Brett has been in the financial industry for 20 years. 

Brett attended Case Western Reserve University, where he received his undergraduate degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He went on to attend Duke’s Fuqua School of Business to receive his MBA. He received his CFP® certification to become a financial advisor, and soon began helping clients on their financial journeys. 

In his 20 years in the industry, he’s worked for major financial corporations such as Sheridan Road Financial, Novus Wealth Management, and Nettworth Financial Group prior to establishing his own financial planning practice. 

Brett now lives in Carmel, Indiana, with his family which is his favorite pastime, but he’s also an avid athlete. An active member of his community, Brett has organized many educational classes on financial topics and taught classes for many non-profit organizations. 

Are You Ready for Retirement? With David and Julie Armstrong (Ep. 21)

Are You Ready for Retirement? With David and Julie Armstrong (Ep. 21)

What do you want to do during retirement? Are you financially ready? What about emotionally? 

Learn about personal planning for retirement from a couple in the midst of preparing for their own retirement.

In this episode, Brett Ramsey is joined by David and Julie Armstrong in discussing their preparations for retirement, from financial planning to personal decisions. They highlight the aspirations and concerns of individuals approaching retirement and emphasize the importance of communication and collaboration within the family. 

Brett, David, and Julie discuss: 

  • How they decided when to retire
  • The importance of seeking help from a financial planner
  • Why planning activities during retirement is just as important as planning financially
  • The importance of communication and collaboration within the family in retirement planning
  • And more

 

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About Brett Ramsey:

Brett is committed to educating others—especially his clients—to become confident in their own financial decisions. As co-owner and LPL financial advisors at Artisan Wealth Strategies, he specializes in retirement, income planning, as well as comprehensive financial planning. Brett has been in the financial industry for 20 years. 

Brett attended Case Western Reserve University, where he received his undergraduate degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He went on to attend Duke’s Fuqua School of Business to receive his MBA. He received his CFP® certification to become a financial advisor, and soon began helping clients on their financial journeys. 

In his 20 years in the industry, he’s worked for major financial corporations such as Sheridan Road Financial, Novus Wealth Management, and Nettworth Financial Group prior to establishing his own financial planning practice. 

Brett now lives in Carmel, Indiana, with his family which is his favorite pastime, but he’s also an avid athlete. An active member of his community, Brett has organized many educational classes on financial topics and taught classes for many non-profit organizations. 

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Customizing Financial Strategies for Retirees (Ep. 20)

Customizing Financial Strategies for Retirees (Ep. 20)

Have you ever had the feeling that unexpected events disrupt your well-planned routine? What role do family dynamics play in your retirement planning decisions? 

In this episode, Brett Ramsey speaks with Kim Cox, a nurse practitioner and soon-to-be retiree, about her experience in planning for retirement and how she gained confidence in the plan she made. They emphasize the significance of planning, communication, and seeking expertise in financial decisions. 

Brett and Kim discuss:

  • How unexpected events can derail retirement planning
  • The benefits of attending retirement classes and educating oneself about retirement
  • Kim’s story of transitioning to part-time work and being a parent and grandparent
  • The importance of open communication with financial advisors to gain confidence in retirement planning
  • And more

 

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About Brett Ramsey:

Brett is committed to educating others—especially his clients—to become confident in their own financial decisions. As co-owner and LPL financial advisors at Artisan Wealth Strategies, he specializes in retirement, income planning, as well as comprehensive financial planning. Brett has been in the financial industry for 20 years. 

Brett attended Case Western Reserve University, where he received his undergraduate degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He went on to attend Duke’s Fuqua School of Business to receive his MBA. He received his CFP® certification to become a financial advisor, and soon began helping clients on their financial journeys. 

In his 20 years in the industry, he’s worked for major financial corporations such as Sheridan Road Financial, Novus Wealth Management, and Nettworth Financial Group prior to establishing his own financial planning practice. 

Brett now lives in Carmel, Indiana, with his family which is his favorite pastime, but he’s also an avid athlete. An active member of his community, Brett has organized many educational classes on financial topics and taught classes for many non-profit organizations. 

How to Ensure A Successful Estate Plan with Cheri Brooks, CPA (Ep. 12)

How to Ensure A Successful Estate Plan with Cheri Brooks, CPA (Ep. 12)

Although often overlooked, estate planning is a crucial component of comprehensive financial planning, and neglecting to address it can have significant consequences.

In this episode, Brett and Cheri Brooks, CPA and Managing Director of Neuberger Berman Advisor Institute, discuss financial advisors’ crucial role as “quarterbacks” in guiding families through estate planning after losing a loved one. 

Cheri also sheds light on the importance of having a comprehensive estate plan and introduces The Family Love Letter™ as a planning tool to help families navigate the complexities of this critical task.

Cheri discusses:

  • Why it’s important to engage a financial advisor in your estate planning decisions even after receiving your estate plan from an attorney
  • How to prevent family disputes 
  • The Family Love Letter™ planning tool and how it can help families consolidate all of the necessary information and documents for estate planning and how it can help you
  • And more

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About Cheri: 

Cheri Brooks, CPA, Managing Director, joined the firm in 1993. Cheri is Business Developer and Head of the Neuberger Berman Advisor Institute (NBAI). Previously, Cheri was the Regional Vice President for the Midwestern territory for Neuberger Berman Intermediary Sales where she worked with 401(k) providers, insurance companies, banks, broker/dealers, and financial advisors. Prior to joining the firm, she was tax consultant with Arthur Andersen & Co. Cheri was on the board for the Chicago Women Investment Professionals (WIP) from 2003-08 and is currently an active member and board alum. She also served on the Advisory Board for Women’s Initiative Leading Lehman (WILL) from 2004-06 and the Co-Chair of WILL from 2007-08. Cheri was a recipient of the Lehman Brothers/Neuberger Berman’s Diversity Award for 3 consecutive years (2005-07) and is a former member of the Chicago Financial Women’s Association from 2003-06. Cheri received her BA in Accounting from Illinois Wesleyan University where she graduated cum laude. Cheri is a Certified Public Accountant.  

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Securing Your Golden Years: Navigating Retirement Income with Confidence (Ep. 8)

Securing Your Golden Years: Navigating Retirement Income with Confidence (Ep. 8)

Are you worried about having enough income to live comfortably in retirement? You’re not alone. 

But what if you had access to a platform that could empower you to make better-informed decisions around social security and create a customized, time-segmented income plan that can be easily managed throughout retirement? 

Join Sheryl O’Connor and Phil Lubinski, experts in the retirement marketplace, as they unveil IncomeConductor®, a revolutionary platform that helps retirees and advisors plan for the future with confidence. Don’t miss this opportunity to take control of your retirement income and secure your financial future.

In this episode, Phil and Sheryl dive into:

  • The game-changing power of IncomeConductor® – the revolutionary platform for customized, time-segmented income plans for retirees
  • Social security claiming strategy assistance with IncomeConductor®
  • Traditional retirement planning methods have long relied on the “plan till your 9s” approach, but why this is not always the best idea
  • How Artisan Wealth Strategies incorporates IncomeConductor® for client’s retirement plan
  • And that’s not all! 

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About Sheryl O’Connor:

Sheryl is a senior executive with over 25 years of experience in financial services and technology innovation. A demonstrated leader and entrepreneur with a proven track record and results, Sheryl is skilled at building large enterprise program teams across global business and technology sectors as well as small, agile teams at start-ups. She has spent the last 13 years delivering business value to financial firms and advisors through innovative programs and technology and is a noted speaker and panel member at various industry and association events.

Currently, Sherly is the Co-Founder of IncomeConductor (WealthConductor LLC) which provides a complete program to financial advisors who wish to capture the exploding opportunities in the distribution marketplace, including a platform of support services and an award-winning SaaS technology, IncomeConductor®.

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About Phil Lubinski: 

Phil has spent over 30 years as a financial advisor, serving almost exclusively retirement income planning clients. He has trained thousands of advisors from around the country on his time-segmented retirement income strategy.

Phil has co-developed several fintech systems designed to help advisors create income plans for their clients. After successfully transitioning his practice, he helped co-found WealthConductor LLC with the intention of creating IncomeConductor, the best-in-class time-segmented income software. Phil contributes his financial planning and retirement income expertise to the software design as well as the training and case consultation services.

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