Social Security: To start or not to start, that is the question
Something More with Chris Boyd
Social Security: To start or not to start, that is the question! – Deciding when to claim your Social Security benefits might appear to be a simple decision, but making the wrong decision can have a significant impact on your financial plan and your income taxes. Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball have an in-depth discussion and respond to the concept of taking Social Security at the earliest possible age and investing the monthly benefit. Chris, Jeff, and Russ remind listeners that it is always best to seek the advice of your financial advisor when making decision when to claim Social...
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Donor Advised Funds
Something More with Chris Boyd
Donor Advised Funds – If you are charitably inclined, you are likely interested in maximizing your contribution to your favorite organizations while realizing the largest potential tax reduction. Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball dig into the benefits of using a Donor Advised Fund to help with your charitable giving with a flexible strategy that can offer significant income tax savings. The trio also discusses the legacy benefits of including family members with the decisions of a family-centered Donor Advised Fund. If you would like to receive a complimentary guidebook of Donor Advised...
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5 signs it is time to retire
Something More with Chris Boyd
5 signs it is time to retire – Retirement means different things to different people. Some people have been planning and preparing for years with a clear retirement date in mind. For others, it is less etched in stone. But either way, if you are thinking about retiring anytime soon, there are signs to consider. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review a recent Kiplinger’s article (see full article linked below), which asks are you emotionally ready? Have you saved enough? Do you have a post-retirement plan? Can you handle your bank account depleting? Have you talked with your spouse? Listen in as...
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It has been 5 years
Something More with Chris Boyd
With this week marking five years since Covid related shutdowns, Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball begin this episode with reminiscing of where they were five years ago and sharing the related personal and financial lessons. The trio explores the similarities of current stock market movements with the recent tariff policy to the uncertainty caused by Covid. The value of working with a financial advisor during turbulent times is discussed, including financial and behavioral consideration. Chris closes out the segment explaining why having a comprehensive financial plan is critical to...
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Tax Time
Something More with Chris Boyd
Being in the heart of income tax time, Chris Boyd, Jeff Perry, and Russ Ball remind listeners of key upcoming filing dates and related retirement account contribution limits. Jeff and Russ discuss the differences between traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs. Chris explains the use of a “back door” Roth IRA and Roth conversions. Chris also advises listeners how 1099’s work with Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs). Chris ends the episode with an offer for a complimentary Finance Fact Sheet to anyone who emails the show. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click...
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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: ...
info_outlinePaper Soldiers – Chris Boyd welcomes Saleha Mohsin, the author of the new book
“Paper Soldiers”. Saleha, a reporter from Bloomberg offers her thoughts on “the untold
story of how one of America’s most invincible institutions (the Treasury) has used the
U.S. dollar to define America’s role in the world, and our economic future”. Saleha
explains how the Treasury Department has shaped U.S. policy at home and overseas by
wielding the American dollar as a “weapon” and what that means in a new age of crisis.
Chris adds his commentary on globalization and how the strength or weakness of the
dollar impacts American business and the consumers. The conversation of the impacts of
September 11 th and how the U.S. is able to use the dollar in diplomacy. The episode
concludes with potential threats to the dollar and whether it is possible for another
nation(s) to replace the dollar as the world’s dominant currency.
For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr