Markets and Tariffs
Something More with Chris Boyd
With all the market volatility related to tariffs, Chris Boyd invites Senior Portfolio Manager Brian Regan on the podcast. Also joining the episode is Jeff Perry and Russ Ball. Chris and Jeff open the show with a summary of the latest tariff moves by President Trump as well as commentary why tariffs can be an effective or harmful tool in political and economic arenas. Brian responds to questions from the AMR Team related to his views about the impacts of tariffs on the stock market, inflation, and corporate earnings. Brian also reviews recent positive moves in fixed-income assets. For more...
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Navigating aging care with Back Nine Nurses
Something More with Chris Boyd
The founders of Back Nine Nurses, Deborah O’Kelly and Kristen Hyde join Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for an in-depth conversation about how they are responding to the growing needs of senior citizens and their families for trusted, personalized, and compassionate navigation during times of transition and uncertainty related to aging. Topics include homecare, assisted living, medical advocacy, hospice, and the need for advanced estate and family planning. Deborah and Kristen offer suggestions on looking for warning signs and how best to react. For more information, see the link below:...
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Married Women Need to Pay Attention
Something More with Chris Boyd
Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Dr.Laura Mattia to the podcast. The conversation focuses on the premise that while money is not the key to happiness, using it wisely can help us pursue our dreams, elevate our status, gain independence, and contribute to meaningful change in the world. The trio digs into why many married women are not involved in the personal finance and investment decisions of their household and the risks associated with such disengagement. For more information about Dr. Mattia, see the link below: For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff...
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Is 80% enough?
Something More with Chris Boyd
Is 80% enough? – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore the question of how much you will likely be spending in retirement. The pair begins the conversation with the age-old rule that retirees only need 80% of their pre-retirement income in retirement. Chris and Jeff explore the “retirement smile” and how it can be a good predictor of retirement cash flow. More than just a podcast about money, Chris and Jeff discuss the various ways many retirees over and under spend their expected retirement funds. Chris puts the entire episode into why having an annual review with your financial planner is...
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Family Planning – not what you are probably thinking?
Something More with Chris Boyd
Family Planning – not what you are probably thinking? – Families talk about finances in different ways. Some are incredibly open about the realities of their financial situations; some only discuss it when they need to; others consider talking about money as off-limits. If your family isn’t having open and honest conversations about finances and wealth, it’s time to reevaluate. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into these issues and more as they offer their commentary and advice on including family members in your financial and estate planning. See related article linked below: ...
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Challenges to an early retirement
Something More with Chris Boyd
Challenges to an early retirement – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore the risks and challenges to retiring early. Chris and Jeff start the episode with how some clients have an undefined desire to retire early, and frequently fail to consider the various details. Chris outlines why savings must be abundant as an earlier retirement means not only spending sooner, but also fewer years of savings and less compounding as you spend assets. Chris and Jeff discuss the need for greater tax diversification, especially if retiring before age 59 ½. Chris explains the option of using Equal Periodic...
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Fires - Are You Properly Covered?
Something More with Chris Boyd
Fires - Are You Properly Covered? – With the recent fires in California, many homeowners across the country are wondering if they are properly covered. Chris Boyd welcomes Special Guest Doug MacDonald, CPCU to the episode. Joining them is Jeff Perry. The conversation begins with an outline of what homeowners’ insurance covers and what it does not. Specific topics reviewed include coverage limits, earthquakes, and flood risks. Doug offers advice concerning the value of a guaranteed replacement endorsement. For more information about Doug MacDonald, check out the link below:...
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How much can I take?
Something More with Chris Boyd
How much can I take? – How retirees determine a safe withdrawal rate is one of the most frequent questions clients ask their financial advisors. Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball review a recent Morningstar article (see link below). The conversation includes the pros and cons of relying on the standard rate of 4% as well as the risks of using stagnant rules in financial planning. Jeff raises the concept of cash flows as suggested by the “Retirement Smile” concept and Chris highlights the need for determining an annual withdrawal amount in the context of a comprehensive financial...
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Free Yourself
Something More with Chris Boyd
Free Yourself – Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball dig into the value of time and when engaging a financial advisor can have a meaningful impact on free time as well as your financial plan. The trio share commentary how handing over the reins of your portfolio can reclaim precious hours, rediscover your passions, and live a life enriched by experiences and moments that money alone cannot buy. The AMR Team is offering a complimentary guidebook titled, “Unleashing your time: The unexpected freedom of delegated investing.” For more information or to reach Chris Boyd, Russ Ball or Jeff...
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What’s new for Social Security in 2025?
Something More with Chris Boyd
What’s new for Social Security in 2025? – With some 73 million Americans relying on Social Security for monthly income, there is a lot of interest in the recent changes to Social Security benefits. Jeff Perry and Russ Ball discuss the recent updates, including the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), 2025 cost of living adjustment, and changes to income levels related to income taxes. Jeff and Russ informed listeners how to check on their future benefit estimates. Jeff and Russ also discuss best practices for retaining important documents, including income tax supporting...
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