Tag: Wealth Management

Financial Strategies for a Long, Healthy Retirement With Heather Holmes (Ep. 13)

Financial Strategies for a Long, Healthy Retirement With Heather Holmes (Ep. 13)

On today’s episode of WE Money Talk, discover how custom life expectancy assessments like Halo can help you plan smarter for the future. Understanding your unique life expectancy can revolutionize your financial planning and ensure you don’t outlive your money.

Join Terry Wheeler as he discusses the critical topic of longevity planning with Heather Holmes, CEO and founder of Genivity and Lumiant. They delve into the significance of custom life expectancies and their impact on financial decisions. Heather opens up about her journey and the inspiration that led to the creation of Halo, a groundbreaking tool for personalized longevity assessments.

Key highlights include:

  • The role of custom life expectancy assessments in planning for your retirement
  • Halo’s personalized longevity reports and how they can help you make smarter financial decisions
  • The implications of life expectancy on social security and pension optimizations
  • How to plan for healthcare and long-term care costs accurately

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About Heather Holmes: 

Heather Holmes is the Founder and CEO of Genivity (acquired by Lumiant), an innovative WealthTech SaaS platform at the nexus of health and wealth for financial planning and wealth management strategies.

Beyond Buy and Hold: Strategies for Protecting Your Retirement in Volatile Markets (Ep.9)

Beyond Buy and Hold: Strategies for Protecting Your Retirement in Volatile Markets (Ep.9)

Conversations about the stock market can get chaotic quickly – especially because these past few years have tested even the most steadfast investors. 

Has volatility and uncertainty become the new norm?

How can you plan for a future that could change on a dime?

Terry Wheeler dispenses pearls of wisdom with a steady hand, offering time-tested advice on how to navigate the stock market and its fluctuations. Learn reasons behind major market movements, how investors can strategize to thrive amidst volatility, and the benefits of defined outcome investing. This episode is designed to empower investors with investment knowledge to manage risks and seize opportunities.

Highlights from today’s show include” 

  • Understanding market cycles and their impact on investments
  • Debunking the myth of market timing and its feasibility
  • The principles of “defined outcome investing” for managing risk
  • Incorporating defensive maneuvers in investment portfolios for smoother financial sailing
  • And more

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Terry Wheeler is an Investment Adviser Representative of WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc., a SEC-registered investment adviser located in Roseville, CA.

 The information presented is for educational purposes only. No listener should assume that any discussions or information presented serves as the receipt of, or a substitute for, personalized advice from WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc. or from any other investment professional and is not intended as an offer of solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc. is not a law firm or accounting firm, and no portion of this Podcast should be interpreted as legal, accounting, or tax advice. Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives and is not appropriate for every individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation.

Can I Depend on Social Security for My Retirement? (Ep. 8)

Can I Depend on Social Security for My Retirement? (Ep. 8)

Social Security was introduced in 1935 as a safety net for those few precious years post-retirement when life expectancy hovered around 61-65 years.

In today’s era of extended lifespans, retirement stretches out into vast expanses of time, potentially spanning decades. Yet, amidst this horizon of possibility, the pressing questions that loom in many minds are: ‘Will my financial resources endure?’ and ‘Can I truly rely on Social Security to safeguard my future?'”

Join Terry Wheeler, CFP® and host of WE Money Talk, as he tackles Social Security concerns head-on. Explore its future stability, benefit-maximizing strategies, and practical tips for retirement planning. From its origins to navigating demographic shifts, Terry provides straightforward advice for optimizing your Social Security benefits.

Key highlights include: 

  • The evolution of Social Security and its impact on retirement planning
  • How demographic trends influence Social Security’s financial health
  • Techniques to optimize your benefits based on life expectancy and financial resources
  • The role of alternative income streams, including private pensions
  • And more

Resources:

Connect with Terry Wheeler: 

Terry Wheeler is an Investment Adviser Representative of WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc., a SEC-registered investment adviser located in Roseville, CA.

 The information presented is for educational purposes only. No listener should assume that any discussions or information presented serves as the receipt of, or a substitute for, personalized advice from WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc. or from any other investment professional and is not intended as an offer of solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc. is not a law firm or accounting firm, and no portion of this Podcast should be interpreted as legal, accounting, or tax advice. Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives and is not appropriate for every individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation.

Income Is King – Bonds & Beyond with Matt Williams (Ep. 6)

Income Is King – Bonds & Beyond with Matt Williams (Ep. 6)

Are bonds your only fixed-income option? 

In today’s episode of WE Money Talk, Terry Wheeler and his guest Matt Williams open the vault of fixed-income options going way beyond traditional bonds. From index crediting strategies to real estate lending and distressed debt opportunities, they discuss the importance of diversification and understanding risk tolerance in building a well-rounded fixed-income portfolio. 

Tune in for an insightful discussion that could reshape your investment approach!

Key takeaways include:

  • The importance of understanding fixed-income alternatives beyond bonds
  • The benefits of incorporating index crediting strategies into investment portfolios
  • How real estate lending be considered a potential fixed-income approach
  • The significance of diversification in creating a balanced fixed-income portfolio
  • And more

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About Matt Williams: 

Matt Williams is a second-generation real estate broker and grew up in the real estate business. He has been involved in all aspects of real estate from buying, selling, and remodeling houses and condos all over California, as well as being a landlord. He specializes in underwriting and determining the value of different real estate asset classes. With over two decades of experience, his extensive knowledge of real estate, and construction, and his ability to research properties and locations have proven to be a valuable addition to WE Institutional. 

Terry Wheeler is an Investment Adviser Representative of WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc., a SEC-registered investment adviser located in Roseville, CA.

 The information presented is for educational purposes only. No listener should assume that any discussions or information presented serves as the receipt of, or a substitute for, personalized advice from WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc. or from any other investment professional and is not intended as an offer of solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. WE Alliance Wealth Advisors, Inc. is not a law firm or accounting firm, and no portion of this Podcast should be interpreted as legal, accounting, or tax advice. Information expressed does not take into account your specific situation or objectives and is not appropriate for every individual. Listeners are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation.