Upticks: A Financial Planning & Investment Podcast

Welcome to Upticks, your podcast for financial insights. Hosted by Jake Falcon, CRPC® and Cory Bittner, CRPC®, who discuss the philosophy of wealth management, exploring tailored retirement plans, tax strategies, and timely market topics. Join us for concise, understandable discussions that empower your financial literacy. Disclaimer: Securities offered through HighTower Securities, LLC. Member FINRA/SIPC, HighTower Advisors, LLC is a SEC registered investment Adviser

The $2M Retirement Gap for Corporate Executives 05/14/2026

Caring for Aging Parents with Don and Elaine Minter 05/08/2026

Our Biggest Money Mistakes 04/30/2026

Could a $10M Net Worth Leave You Broke in Retirement? 04/24/2026

Reasons Financially Secure People May Be Afraid to Retire Anyway 04/17/2026

Reasons Volatility Feels Different Once Withdrawals Begin 04/10/2026

The Hidden Tax Bill No One Plans For 04/03/2026

The Hidden Tax Bill No One Plans For Most retirees focus on how much they’ve saved but overlook the hidden tax bill that can quietly drain their income for decades. In this episode of Upticks, Jake and Cory break down reasons two people with the same net worth can have wildly different retirements, all because of how, and when, they pay taxes. From required minimum distributions (RMDs) and Social Security taxation to Medicare IRMAA surcharges, they explain ways poor tax planning can turn the IRS into your biggest retirement expense. Checkout Upticks 379: https://youtu.be/i6IqYOMt1Zg --------------- 📘 Get Jake’s bestselling book — Retiring Right https://falconwealthadvisors.com/jake-falcon-book-signup.html?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=content&utm_campaign=rr_ebook 📩 Have a question for Jake and Cory? Email Luke directly → luke@falconwealthadvisors.com --------------- Upticks is your podcast for financial planning insights. Hosted by Jake Falcon, CRPC™ and Cory Bittner, CRPC™, who discuss the philosophy of wealth management, exploring tailored retirement plans, tax planning, and timely industry topics. Join us for concise, understandable discussions that help empower your financial literacy. --------------- Connect with Jake Falcon, CRPC™ https://www.facebook.com/jake.falcon.524        https://www.instagram.com/jake_falcon_crpc/?hl=en        https://twitter.com/jakefalconcrpc        https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakefalconfalconwealthadvisors     #retirementplanning #taxplanning #financialplanning #retirementtaxes #wealthmanagement #rmds #rothconversion #socialsecuritytaxes #medicareirmaa #falconwealthadvisors Hightower Advisors, LLC is an SEC registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment advisor does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Securities are offered through Hightower Securities, LLC member FINRA and SIPC. Hightower Advisors, LLC or any of its affiliates do not provide tax or legal advice. This material is not intended or written to provide and should not be relied upon or used as a substitute for tax or legal advice. Information contained herein does not consider an individual’s or entity’s specific circumstances or applicable governing law, which may vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction and be subject to change. Clients are urged to consult their tax or legal advisor for related questions. /episode/index/show/falconwealthadvisors/id/40716785

When (Not if) the Market Falls—Ways Smart Investors Stay Standing 03/27/2026

Why We Built Falcon Wealth Advisors (And What Makes Us Different) 03/19/2026

Performance Mindset Under Pressure with Jon McGraw 03/16/2026

The Stock Market Feels Great—Many Americans Feel Broke 03/07/2026

Will Your Retirement Paycheck Last…? 02/26/2026

What Can Happen When You Delay Retirement? 02/20/2026

How to Buy Bitcoin, Gold, and Silver 02/13/2026

Beyond Hot Tips—The Rules We Use to Invest Your Money 02/10/2026

Mortgage Rates Aren’t the Problem—Indecision Is 01/31/2026

Mortgage Rates Aren’t the Problem—Indecision Is Most people in today’s housing market are asking the wrong question and it could be costing them thousands. Jake and Cory break down the real math behind mortgages, refinancing, downsizing, renting out homes, and reasons your cash flow—not interest rates—should drive big housing decisions. If you’ve ever wondered: • Should I wait for mortgage rates to fall? • Does refinancing actually save me money? • Should I keep my low rate and rent my home instead of selling it? • Is downsizing in retirement even worth it anymore? • How do I know if a housing decision truly improves my financial plan? …this episode gives you a clear, simple framework—without guessing, without relying on headlines, and without getting trapped by emotional or “rule of thumb” thinking. --------------- Complimentary ‘Retiring Right’ ebook: https://falconwealthadvisors.com/jake-falcon-book-signup.html?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=content&utm_campaign=rr_ebook Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: https://falconwealthadvisors.com/index.html?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=content&utm_campaign=newsletter_subscribe#ID2GUSO1Sj8Upy1QWdqVxHOM Contact our team: https://falconwealthadvisors.com/contact.html?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=content&utm_campaign=contact_us#ID6rJkMgTJ1jVvl9lxUsddri --------------- Upticks is your podcast for financial planning insights. Hosted by Jake Falcon, CRPC™ and Cory Bittner, CRPC™, who discuss the philosophy of wealth management, exploring tailored retirement plans, tax planning, and timely industry topics. Join us for concise, understandable discussions that help empower your financial literacy. --------------- Connect with Jake Falcon, CRPC™ https://www.facebook.com/jake.falcon.524        https://www.instagram.com/jake_falcon_crpc/?hl=en        https://twitter.com/jakefalconcrpc        https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakefalconfalconwealthadvisors     #mortgagerates #refinance #housingmarket #retirementplanning #cashflow #financialplanning #downsizing #realestate2026 #wealthbuilding #upticks /episode/index/show/falconwealthadvisors/id/39928265