Tag: Life Isn’t Lived On a Spreadsheet
When to Hire a Wealth Manager & Other Insights for Young Investors (Ep.20)

When to Hire a Wealth Manager & Other Insights for Young Investors (Ep.20)

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Are you navigating financial planning as a young professional or gearing up for retirement? 

Alec Quaid sheds light on the common misconceptions about wealth management among young investors. Learn why starting early can be your biggest financial leverage, how to manage student debt without pausing your life, and why the decisions you make today matter more than you think. 

Plus, uncover investment strategies that go beyond the spreadsheet, ensuring your financial plans mature as beautifully as you do. 

Discussion points include:

  • Deciding when to engage a wealth manager  
  • Effective management of student debt and its relationship with financial stability and future growth
  • How understanding the power of time can transform your approach to retirement savings
  • Constructing a personalized strategy that aligns with your values, objectives, and life situation 
  • And more

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Unveiling the Hidden Costs in Your Investments (Ep.19)

Unveiling the Hidden Costs in Your Investments (Ep.19)

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Let’s talk about the fees involved with investing your money, even those pesky hidden ones.

Ryan Poterack is discussing the importance of understanding fees in investments and how they impact returns. Ryan emphasizes the significance of value over cost, highlighting that fees should be equated to the value and services provided. 

The discussion explores the various types of fees, including visible ones like advisory fees and expense ratios, and hidden costs like trading fees and turnover expenses.

Episode discussion points include:

  • The various fees in financial management & related fees to the value provided by advisors
  • Behavioral coaching helping people make informed, rational decisions amid market uncertainties and emotional triggers
  • The benefits of seeking professional help & the value of time, desire, and knowledge that a wealth manager can provide to enhance investment strategies
  • Why fees are not necessarily small and how they can impact investment returns significantly
  • And more

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Maximizing The Value of Your Inheritance & Ensuring Family Harmony (Ep.18)

Maximizing The Value of Your Inheritance & Ensuring Family Harmony (Ep.18)

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Transferring or inheriting wealth is not as simple as something like “Venmo”. It should require a strategic wealth transfer plan.

Let’s learn how to make one.

Ryan Poterack is exploring the intricate world of inheritance and legacy planning with Certified Financial Planner, Alec Quaid. The discussion skillfully navigates the emotionally charged landscape of receiving an unexpected windfall, including the murky waters of taxation, asset allocation, and the crucial role of proper estate planning. 

Through real-life scenarios and expert insights, this episode sheds light on the delicate balance of grief, finances, and family dynamics that come into play when managing an inheritance. 

Key discussion points include:

  • The emotional impact of inheriting money including unexpected windfalls and the psychological differences in handling inherited wealth
  • Various tax implications of inheriting and transferring wealth
  • Facilitating open communication in families regarding estate planning and discussing inheritances
  • The value of seeking advice from a qualified wealth manager during this time
  • And more

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“Getting Rich Slow”: Your Guide To Compound Interest With Alec Quaid (Ep.16)

“Getting Rich Slow”: Your Guide To Compound Interest With Alec Quaid (Ep.16)

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The saying “time is money” is very applicable to the concept of compound interest.

What is it and how does this interest accumulate? 

Ryan Poterack and Alec Quaid discuss the power of compound interest and the necessity of patience for effective wealth accumulation–also known as “how to get rich slow.”

They go over strategies for managing emotional responses to market volatility and underscore the importance of clear communication with clients. The episode also covers the challenges faced during the pandemic and the value of instilling financial discipline in children. 

Ryan & Alec discuss: 

  • How compound interest works
  • Navigating market fluctuations when compounding your money
  • The value of time and patience throughout this process
  • The benefits of behavioral coaching from a financial advisor
  • And more

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About our Guest: 

Alec is a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional who is dedicated to serving people through the platform of financial planning. He takes great pride in helping people accomplish their goals and enjoys helping his clients gain confidence in their financial futures. He is very passionate about educating consumers on the key things to look for in an advisor and also the things that should be cause for concern. Alec has been featured in multiple national publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, InvestmentNews, and MarketWatch. He serves with multiple organizations including at his local church, Board Member with the Colorado Financial Planning Association, Committee Chair at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, and as a member and speaker with the nonprofit RoadMap for Aging.

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How To Find The Right Financial Advisor With Alec Quaid (Ep.15)

How To Find The Right Financial Advisor With Alec Quaid (Ep.15)

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It’s time to interview your new financial advisor. 

What questions do you ask, and how do you know they’re the right fit for you?

Ryan Poterack and Alec Quaid discuss the critical role of personal values in financial planning, emphasizing a holistic approach to retirement that includes lifestyle goals alongside financial strategies. 

They highlight the importance of vetting wealth managers, understanding their compensation structure, and ensuring they act as fiduciaries. The conversation also covers the benefits of boutique firms, the necessity of data security, and staying updated with industry advancements. 

Discussion points include: 

  • The questions you should ask your potential financial advisor
  • The difference between fee-based vs. commission-based advisor
  • Red flags in financial advisors
  • Understanding fiduciary standard and how this approach puts YOU first
  • And more

Resources:

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Connect with Alec Quaid, CFP®

About our Guest: 

Alec is a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional who is dedicated to serving people through the platform of financial planning. He takes great pride in helping people accomplish their goals and enjoys helping his clients gain confidence in their financial futures. He is very passionate about educating consumers on the key things to look for in an advisor and also the things that should be cause for concern. Alec has been featured in multiple national publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, InvestmentNews, and MarketWatch. He serves with multiple organizations including at his local church, Board Member with the Colorado Financial Planning Association, Committee Chair at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, and as a member and speaker with the nonprofit RoadMap for Aging.

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What Wealth Management Is Vs. What People Think It Is With Alec Quaid (Ep.14)

What Wealth Management Is Vs. What People Think It Is With Alec Quaid (Ep.14)

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You’ve got your finance guy or gal who manages your investments, but is that truly all they do?

It’s time for Ryan Poterack and Alec Quaid from Poterack Capital Advisory to discuss holistic wealth management, stressing the need to understand your unique values and life goals.

The conversation covers the importance of comprehensive financial planning over limited product offerings, client education, and the significance of open communication to debunk industry myths.

These two professionals share rewarding experiences of assisting clients through major life events and the value of trust in client relationships.

Discussion points include:

  • The difference between comprehensive & limited financial advice
  • Breaking down some industry stereotypes, frustrations, and misconceptions
  • The rewarding moments of being a financial professional
  • And more

Resources:

Connect with Ryan Poterack: 

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Connect with Alec Quaid, CFP®

About our Guest:

Alec is a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional who is dedicated to serving people through the platform of financial planning. He takes great pride in helping people accomplish their goals and enjoys helping his clients gain confidence in their financial futures. He is very passionate about educating consumers on the key things to look for in an advisor and also the things that should be cause for concern. Alec has been featured in multiple national publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, InvestmentNews, and MarketWatch. He serves with multiple organizations including at his local church, Board Member with the Colorado Financial Planning Association, Committee Chair at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, and as a member and speaker with the nonprofit RoadMap for Aging.

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Understanding Charitable Giving Tax Implications To Maximize Your Impact (Ep.13)

Understanding Charitable Giving Tax Implications To Maximize Your Impact (Ep.13)

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Do you plan on donating money to your favorite charities?

First, let’s understand the tax implications so you can maximize your charitable impact.

In this release, Ryan Poterack discusses the nuances of charitable giving. He describes the strategies like qualified charitable distributions and donor-advised funds, and the benefits of donating appreciated assets. 

Ryan is eager to offer detailed advice, emphasizing the importance of professional guidance for individual financial situations. 

Ryan discusses:

  • Qualified charitable distributions and why they’re a smart move for retirement savings
  • How donor-advised funds offer flexibility in your philanthropy
  • The win-win scenario of donating your appreciated assets 
  • The value of seeking professional guidance when making these emotional decisions

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The Most Essential Conversations You Need to Have About Estate Planning (Ep. 11)

The Most Essential Conversations You Need to Have About Estate Planning (Ep. 11)

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Not all conversations about money are going to be comfortable, especially the conversation about what happens to your assets after you pass away.

This week, Ryan Poterack discusses the value of having conversations about money and estate planning early on in life. Ryan highlights the emotional aspects of these discussions and the role of a wealth manager in facilitating them. 

This episode also covers the necessity of including children in estate planning conversations and the potential for disagreements. Ryan then goes on to emphasize the value of having a plan and how to thoroughly communicate it to loved ones.

Talking points include: 

  • How to start conversations about estate planning with your loved ones
  • The most common mistakes people make when creating an estate plan (and how to avoid them)
  • The emotional aspect of having these conversations and why it’s up to the parents to decide when to initiate them
  • The roles associated with an estate plan (including power of attorney, financial power of attorney, and the executor)
  • And more!

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The Ins and Outs of Compensation Within The Financial Industry (Ep. 10)

The Ins and Outs of Compensation Within The Financial Industry (Ep. 10)

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“How much and how do you get paid?”

This can be an uncomfortable question to ask your current or prospective financial advisor.

This week, Ryan Poterack discusses the importance of transparency in how financial advisors are compensated today. Ryan also explains different payment methods, such as commissions and fees, while emphasizing the need for this information to be accessible to consumers to ensure a strong client-advisor relationship.

Main talking points include:

  • The various ways financial advisors get compensated
  • The role (and importance) of transparency in any advisor-client relationship
  • Poterack Capital Advisory’s approach to advisor compensation
  • The client or advisor: Who should initiate the compensation conversation 
  • And more!

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