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Protecting Financial Aid Eligibility: What You Should Know About Estate Planning & Taxes with Brad Baldridge

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Release Date: 10/30/2024

Braving Healing: How Luke Russell is Using Film to Tackle Child Sexual Abuse

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Are we using the power of storytelling to connect with marginalized communities and address sensitive societal issues? One thing’s for sure… Today’s guest is starting a storytelling revolution you’ll want to be a part of. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg welcomes Luke Russell, an extraordinary marketer, podcaster, filmmaker, and founder of the Braving Healing and Beautiful Humans movements. Luke’s expertise in human connection marketing has revolutionized the way people and organizations build relationships with marginalized communities. His powerful work through...

Amy Barrie on Launching a Faith-Based Activewear Line: Teleō Collection

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Looking to transform your approach to life? In today's world, as mindfulness intersects with business, integrating holistic wellness into law firm culture can inspire a more balanced, motivated, and productive team (in and out of the office). In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Amy Barrie is back to talk about her newest business venture, Teleō Collection—a unique activewear line that intertwines faith and fitness to inspire and elevate women's confidence and self-expression. Amy is a former personal trainer turned Mass Tort Acquisition Strategist at Broughton Partners and Host of...

Examining Legal Hurdles in Boy Scouts Abuse Settlements w/ Jason Joy & Curtis Garrison

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Did you know that despite the Boy Scouts' settlement that was approved by the bankruptcy court and is now under appeal, the compensation currently offered to abuse survivors is only about 1.5% of the claim value? This shocking reality underscores the massive gap between proposed settlements and the actual needs of the victims. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we are joined by Curtis Garrison and Jason Joy to update us on where the Boy Scouts’ settlement stands. Curtis, an advocate for sexual abuse survivors and survivor is collaborating with Gateway Church in Dallas to raise...

Saving Abigail: The Story of a 3-Year-Old Taken Hostage by Hamas ft. Liz Hirsh Naftali

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

In this special episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg speaks with Liz Hirsh Naftali, a philanthropist, advocate for the hostages, and author of “Saving Abigail: The True Story of the Abduction and Rescue of a Three-Year-Old Hostage”. Liz was in Israel during the terrorist attacks on October 7th, 2023. Her then 3-year-old great-niece, Abigail Mor Edan, was among the hostages. Abigail’s mother and father were both killed in front of her and her siblings. She then spent 51 days held hostage by Hamas. In “Saving Abigail”, Liz describes the struggles Abigail went through during that...

TikTok Shop Takeover: Eitan Koter Explains the Future of Online Shopping

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Curious to find out what the future of online shopping will look like? It’s already here… In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg sits down with Eitan Koter, the co-founder and co-CEO of Vimmi, a groundbreaking SaaS platform that’s revolutionizing online retail with shoppable videos. This is an in-depth exploration of the cutting-edge trends shaping e-commerce today—from the meteoric rise of platforms like TikTok Shop to the game-changing benefits of shoppable videos. Tune in as Eitan shares his perspective on how social commerce is reshaping the customer journey, with...

Tort Reform: The Results Are IN & They're NOT What Legislators Wanted ft. Jed Kurzban & Taylor Hill

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Can the very laws meant to protect patients from medical malpractice actually be making it harder for them to seek justice? Medical errors are reported to be the 3rd leading cause of death in the U.S., yet the lack of effective communication and adequate handling of these errors leave consumers in the dark. In today's legal world, medical malpractice and tort reform remain hot-button issues, particularly as they intersect with rising healthcare costs and insurance premiums. How these laws are enforced can have sweeping implications not only for the legal industry but also for patient care and...

Uncovering the Secrets of Los Alamos & The Manhattan Project ft. Author Galina Vromen

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

In today's world, transparency seems to be a universal requirement. But what happens when secrecy serves a greater purpose? This unique episode takes you back into an era where secrecy was paramount… but what does this mean for our future? In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we’re joined by Galina Vromen, an esteemed international journalist and author of the compelling historical fiction novel "Hill of Secrets." We've invited her to the show to uncover the hidden depths of life at Los Alamos and explore how secrecy influenced families and the broader community...

Birth Control Horror Story: Depo-Provera Mass Tort Litigation w/ Amy Barrie [Halloween EP]

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Happy Halloween! It is time for a special themed episode of the Cut to the Chase: Podcast! The theme? Mass tort “horror stories”. Depo-Provera is the latest bone-chilling mass tort case that’s scaring people left and right. Depo-Provera is a birth control injection linked to an increased risk of cranial meningiomas, or brain tumors. However, this new mass tort litigation looks promising due to the clear causation, single defendant (Pfizer), and prescription documentation. In this frightening episode, Count Dracula [our host Gregg Goldfarb] takes over as host to welcome Amy Barrie, a...

Protecting Financial Aid Eligibility: What You Should Know About Estate Planning & Taxes with Brad Baldridge

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

Did you know that improper inheritance planning could cost your family thousands of dollars in lost financial aid? In today’s world, estate planning is more critical than ever, but the implications can extend far beyond what meets the eye, including affecting your child's educational future. In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, you’ll meet Brad Baldridge, one of the nation’s leading college financial experts and the brain behind "Taming the High Cost of College." Brad teaches families the best ways to plan, save and pay for college so they can make their children’s college...

The Legal Fight to Save Miami’s Iconic Olympia Theater with Tim Barket

Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb

What happens to historic landmarks when cities fail to preserve them? Historic landmarks are often neglected as urban areas evolve, but what are the legal repercussions and the societal costs of such oversight? Today, we’re diving into the legal battle and community efforts to save Miami's iconic Olympia Theater, once known as the Gusman Center for Performing Arts. We are thrilled to bring on Timothy Barket, a heavyweight lawyer from downtown Miami, who is at the forefront of the battle to preserve this historic gem. Tim's passion and legal expertise make him an invaluable guest as we...

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In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, you’ll meet Brad Baldridge, one of the nation’s leading college financial experts and the brain behind "Taming the High Cost of College." Brad teaches families the best ways to plan, save and pay for college so they can make their children’s college dreams come true without wiping out their finances or retirement.

Learn how you can protect your clients' financial aid prospects and ensure a smoother college financing journey!

Tune in as we break down how financial aid eligibility is influenced by inherited IRAs, estate planning, and early vs. late-stage college planning. You’ll learn how to optimize estate plans to mitigate taxes and maximize financial aid for your kids.

Plus, Brad shares real-world examples, including how a $250,000 inheritance in a trust eliminated a student's eligibility for financial aid!

What to expect in this episode:

Understanding Inherited IRAs and their mandatory 10-year withdrawal rule
The impact of IRA withdrawals on college financial aid eligibility
Real-world estate planning scenarios and their pitfalls
The role grandparents play in college financial planning
Why you should seek professional advice for optimizing financial aid
Strategies for dividing inherited assets between siblings
Navigating disagreements among beneficiaries
Late-stage vs. early-stage college financial planning
Exploring scholarship opportunities and state school alternatives
How to utilize 529 college savings plans effectively
Loan options and their implications on family finances

Key Actionable Takeaways for Law Firms & Parents:

Understand how inheritance and estate planning can affect financial aid eligibility for your clients’ children.
Guide clients on optimizing asset placement to minimize financial aid reductions.
Ensure your estate planning attorney is well-versed in financial aid impact and collaborates with financial planners.
Educate clients about the benefits of early financial planning for college expenses.
Help grandparents plan their estates in a manner that benefits their grandchildren’s education without impacting aid eligibility.
Advocate for comprehensive, late-stage college planning starting in high school.

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Resources:

Visit Brad’s website to learn more: https://tamingthehighcostofcollege.com

Listen to the Taming the High Cost of College Podcast: https://tamingthehighcostofcollege.com/category/podcast

Connect with Brad Baldridge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradbaldridge

This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

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