Estate Planning Fundamentals and Estate Planning After the Recent Tax Law Changes (Ep. 18)

Estate Planning Fundamentals and Estate Planning After the Recent Tax Law Changes (Ep. 18)

Do you know the fundamental pieces to estate planning?  It is critical for everyone to understand what documents are needed, the importance of the documents, techniques needed for estate planning, and how estate planning has been impacted by the recent tax law changes. Learn more in this episode as I interview a very special guest, …

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How and When to Use a Roth (Ep. 17)

How and When to Use a Roth (Ep. 17)

To understand what a Roth is, we must understand the differences between both a Roth and a traditional IRA. Before you and your advisor decide what’s best for you, it’s important to clearly understand what makes each type of IRA unique. Learn more in this podcast as I share more about how and when to …

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The New Tax Bill – Larry Heller with Michael Kessler, CPA (Ep. 15)

The New Tax Bill – Larry Heller with Michael Kessler, CPA (Ep. 15)

This December will be the month that marks the finalization and voting of the new tax bill. This new tax bill will impact both corporate and personal taxes.  Changes brought about by the tax law are sure to affect different facets of our financial plans, including how we plan for retirement. Learn more about the …

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Creating an Investment Portfolio for a Successful Retirement (Ep. 14)

Creating an Investment Portfolio for a Successful Retirement (Ep. 14)

When transitioning from working to retirement there needs to be a change in our investment portfolio. This is because during retirement, the investment portfolio becomes a source of income, meaning you will draw money from it. It’s important to have a portfolio setup so you can stay on track during the course of your retirement. …

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Does Your Advisor Do This? Strategies to Optimize After a Tax Return (Ep. 13)

Does Your Advisor Do This? Strategies to Optimize After a Tax Return (Ep. 13)

While it’s valuable to build wealth, it’s also equally important to keep your money. Taxes are one of the key things that we should account for in doing so. The more you can save on taxes, the more money you can potentially earn. It’s important for your financial advisor to look at all strategies available …

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The Social Security Conundrum Part 4: Divorcees and Widows / Coordinating Benefits with Other Assets and Income Streams (Ep. 12)

The Social Security Conundrum Part 4: Divorcees and Widows / Coordinating Benefits with Other Assets and Income Streams (Ep. 12)

Survivor and Divorce benefit options are one of the largest aspects of Social Security that most people do not understand.  Those who are eligible for the benefits may miss out on a lot of value, as they are not aware of the benefits and what they are entitled to. Larry shares more on understanding the …

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The Social Security Conundrum – Part 3: Innovative Ways to Coordinate Benefits with Your Spouse (Ep. 11)

The Social Security Conundrum – Part 3: Innovative Ways to Coordinate Benefits with Your Spouse (Ep. 11)

Maybe you’re planning to apply for Social Security today, a year from now, or 10 years from now. Will you and your spouse know how to maximize its potential benefits? There’s a lot to know, but Larry spells it all out in his latest podcast. Listen in as Larry explains innovative ways that you can …

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The Social Security Conundrum – Part 2: When Should I Apply for Social Security? (Ep. 10)

The Social Security Conundrum – Part 2: When Should I Apply for Social Security? (Ep. 10)

Many people make mistakes when determining the best time to start taking their social security. Everyone is different, which makes every situation is unique. There isn’t one clear strategy that fits everyone’s needs. In this podcast, Larry shares the primary five factors you need to consider while deciding when to start taking your social security. …

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