Tag: Financial Planner
Market Timing vs. Time in the Market & Other Market Volatility Concepts (Ep.24)

Market Timing vs. Time in the Market & Other Market Volatility Concepts (Ep.24)

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Timing the market is often a perilous venture that can derail your long-term financial goals. Let’s discuss why maintaining your investment strategy during uncertain times is crucial for achieving financial stability.

Join us as we explore the dangers of market timing. Learn from Ryan Poterack’s extensive experience and gain valuable insights on why staying the course often yields better results than trying to predict short-term market movements. 

Ryan dives deep into the emotional and psychological aspects of investing, helping you understand the true value of a long-term investment strategy.

Episode discussion points include:

  • The unpredictability of market timing and its potential pitfalls
  • The importance of “time in the market” for long-term investment success
  • Real-world examples demonstrating the perils of reactive investing
  • Insights into emotional and psychological factors influencing investment decisions
  • And more

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Financial Planning with AI & Maintaining Human Empathy in a Digital Age (Ep.23)

Financial Planning with AI & Maintaining Human Empathy in a Digital Age (Ep.23)

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While AI is transforming many industries, when it comes to financial planning, nothing can replace the human touch.

Alec Quaid discusses the growing role of AI in financial advisory services. He delves into the current applications of AI, like tax and estate planning efficiencies, and why human empathy remains crucial. 

Learn how PCA blends technology with personal touch to provide comprehensive financial solutions.

Episode discussion points include:

  • How AI tools are speeding up tax and estate planning processes
  • Why the human element is irreplaceable in managing client emotions and behaviors
  • The potential future roles of AI in financial research and advisory
  • The unique PCA strategy of combining cutting-edge technology with personal client relationships
  • And more

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Maximizing Your Social Security: Timing, Taxes, and Techniques (Ep.22)

Maximizing Your Social Security: Timing, Taxes, and Techniques (Ep.22)

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Understanding Social Security intricacies can significantly amplify your retirement benefits, ensuring you navigate these golden years with greater ease and security.

Alec Quaid joins us to unravel the complexities of Social Security – how it’s calculated, impacted by marital status, and what potential future changes could mean for retirees. We delve into why so many find this topic bewildering and provide clear, actionable insights to demystify Social Security benefits.

Discussion points include: 

  • How understanding the calculation of Social Security benefits can significantly impact your retirement comfort
  • Why marital status plays a crucial role in determining your Social Security benefits.
  • How future changes to Social Security could affect your retirement planning
  • Using the tool ssa.gov for a personalized overview of your projected Social Security benefits
  • And more

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Let’s Talk About Tax Planning & How It Can Enhance Your Retirement Savings (Ep. 5)

Let’s Talk About Tax Planning & How It Can Enhance Your Retirement Savings (Ep. 5)

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What’s the difference between tax preparation and tax planning?

Believe it or not, knowing the difference can help you navigate (the often dreaded) tax season!

In this episode, Ryan Poterack reveals why tax planning is a year-round process. He talks about the contrast between tax preparation and tax planning while emphasizing the value of taking proactive steps for your future tax years.

Ryan discusses: 

  • Reasons you should pay your taxes as soon as you get them
  • The options available when you need help with your taxes
  • The advantages of paying taxes through strategies like donor-advised funds and Roth conversions
  • His unique approach to tax refunds and checks
  • The importance of working with a wealth manager who focuses on tax planning and mitigation 
  • And more!

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How To Find The Right Financial Professional? Here’s What You Need To Know (Ep. 4)

How To Find The Right Financial Professional? Here’s What You Need To Know (Ep. 4)

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When it comes to managing our finances, seeking support from a professional advisor can save us from many costly mistakes.

In this episode, Ryan Poterack uncovers the importance of finding the right financial professional and the concept of comprehensive planning. Ryan stresses the value of gathering quantitative and qualitative information from clients while providing them with a holistic view of their financial situation and personal aspirations. 

Listen in as Ryan addresses the challenges faced by ‘do-it-yourselfers’ and the benefits of establishing a fee-for-advice relationship with a financial professional.

Ryan discusses: 

  • Reasons he gathers quantitative and qualitative client data
  • What  ‘fiduciary’ means at Poterack Capital Advisory
  • The value of asking your advisor about their professional network (ranging from attorneys, CPAs, tax professionals, and beyond!)
  • Some of the roadblocks ‘do-it-yourselfers’ face when doing their own financial planning
  • And more!

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