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Financial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementStress Test Your Retirement Plan With Real Life What If Scenarios, Ep #251We talk with hundreds of individuals and families every year, and many of the questions they ask come back to one core concern. Can my retirement plan really survive the messy, unpredictable situations that happen in real life. Instead of only looking at straight line projections or average returns, Chad and Allison walk through how to "stress test" your plan with real world what if scenarios so you can build confidence before a crisis hits. In this episode, you will hear three of the biggest what if questions clients have been asking over the past year. W...
2025-12-0124 min
WXCO NewsWausau Morning Report with Chad Holmes: Tuesday, August 5We are joined by Ken Smith and Allison Oliphant to discuss a GoFundMe to start a scholarship at Wausau East HS in honor of Wausau East graduate and Wausau School District team member Laura Morris. Laura passed away last November after a brave battle with cancer. We talk about Laura's life and fight with dignity and courage, the scholarship that will honor her, the community support and more.
To view and hear the interview unedited go to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRAkdqCoOZA
To donate to the scholarship fund go...
2025-08-0530 min
The Adventures of PipemanPipemanRadio Interviews Jeff Kollman About 2023 ADJEFF KOLLMAN DROPS NEW ALBUM '2023 A.D.' THROUGH DEKO ENTERTAINMENT. FIRST SINGLE “TONGS & THONGS” FEATURING CHAD SMITH (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS). The album also features Shane Gaalaas (MSG, Yngwie Malmsteen) Jimmy Johnson (Allan Holdsworth, James Taylor), Guy Allison (Doobie Brothers), Kevin Chown (Steelheart, Sebastian Bach) and Ed Roth (Robbie Krieger). Bassist Ric Fierabracci (Chick Corea) makes a special appearance on the bonus Vinyl track 1979. Kollman continues, “I think that this album is some of my finest work in the sense that the songs flow together and there’s a contrast and depth...
2024-05-3020 min
Pipeman in the PitPipemanRadio Interviews Jeff Kollman About 2023 ADJEFF KOLLMAN DROPS NEW ALBUM '2023 A.D.' THROUGH DEKO ENTERTAINMENT. FIRST SINGLE “TONGS & THONGS” FEATURING CHAD SMITH (RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS). The album also features Shane Gaalaas (MSG, Yngwie Malmsteen) Jimmy Johnson (Allan Holdsworth, James Taylor), Guy Allison (Doobie Brothers), Kevin Chown (Steelheart, Sebastian Bach) and Ed Roth (Robbie Krieger). Bassist Ric Fierabracci (Chick Corea) makes a special appearance on the bonus Vinyl track 1979. Kollman continues, “I think that this album is some of my finest work in the sense that the songs flow together and there’s a contrast and depth...
2024-05-3020 min
Getting Better with Jonathan Van NessPRETTY CURIOUS | How Can We Supercharge Our Skincare Routine?LA Beautologist, Nayamka Roberts-Smith, joins Jonathan to go deep on skincare…literally! Nayamka brings her expertise as an award-winning esthetician to the table to teach us all about our skin and what treatments we can seek out to stay healthy and glowing. Plus, should you brush your teeth before or after you wash your face?
Nayamka Roberts-Smith is an award winning esthetician, acclaimed skincare educator, and all-around fountain of knowledge on beauty culture. She’s an internationally known speaker on beauty and women’s issues, and has amassed an audience of over 1 million followers across...
2024-04-1536 min
Pretty Curious with Jonathan Van NessHow Can We Supercharge Our Skincare Routine?LA Beautologist, Nayamka Roberts-Smith, joins Jonathan to go deep on skincare…literally! Nayamka brings her expertise as an award-winning esthetician to the table to teach us all about our skin and what treatments we can seek out to stay healthy and glowing. Plus, should you brush your teeth before or after you wash your face?
Nayamka Roberts-Smith is an award winning esthetician, acclaimed skincare educator, and all-around fountain of knowledge on beauty culture. She’s an internationally known speaker on beauty and women’s issues, and has amassed an audience of over 1 million followers across...
2024-04-1536 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementTools for Making Better Financial DecisionsWhile most of our listeners are in or on the cusp of retirement, many have loved ones who are earlier in their careers. Often we get questions on how our listeners and clients can help their younger family members make better financial decisions. As we celebrate International Women's Day with this episode, you'll meet our newest CFP, Niamh Douglas. Niamh and Allison discuss some tools and strategies to help young people who are just starting out get off on the right financial foot. Resources & People Mentioned Episode 189 - Smart Financial Decisions for Recent College G...
2024-03-1221 min
Unsung HistoryThe History of PinballIn January 1942, Mayor Fiorello La Guardia sent New York City police out on an important mission; their objective: to find and destroy tens of thousands of pinball machines. But some of pinball’s most important innovations, including the development of flippers, happened in the decades that it was banned in New York and many other US cities. This week we dig in to the fun – and sometimes surprising – history of pinball. Joining me in this episode is illustrator and cartoonist Jon Chad, author of Pinball: A Graphic History of the Silver Ball. I’m also joine...
2024-02-0551 min
The Last Comic Shop PodcastGiant Days Library Edition Vol. 1 : 11/21/23College can be tough, but will we be tough on the Eisner award winning series "Giant Days" by John Allison, Lissa Treiman, Max Sarin, and more!
Plus we play one of our classic comic book related games with "Scenarios" where we dare to ask questions like "Which super hero would be best to win at Jeopardy?"
Host: Andy Larson
Co Hosts: Chad Smith, JA Scott, Nicole Larson, & Mikey Wood
2023-11-211h 01Financial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementRetirement Plan Horror StoriesThere's so much we can overlook with retirement plans. Here at Financial Symmetry, we are constantly finding ways to help you be aware of retirement opportunities and rules and improve your wealth. On this special Halloween-themed episode of Financial Symmetry, Allison has come up with some retirement plan horror stories to spook you. Listen in to ensure that these horrors don't ruin your retirement plans. ***** 📬 Tips each month to help you Enhance Your Today and Enrich Your Tomorrow. Download our Pre-Retirement Checklist Ebook today 🎯 Subscribe to not miss future episodes here 📰 S...
2023-10-3031 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementCould You Use Net Unrealized Appreciation?If you are a long-time listener you know that we like to go through the nuances of financial planning that may be valuable to you. In this episode, Allison and I take a look at net unrealized appreciation (NUA). Listen in to learn what it is, who could benefit from it, and the benefits and pitfalls of using NUA. You won't want to miss out on hearing one of our classic fictional case studies involving Freddie Krueger. Press play to hear if you could benefit from using NUA. Outline of This Episode [1:20] What is n...
2023-10-1621 min
Grip Strip PodcastGrip Strip Podcast Episode 181 - Repeat TimePhil and Josh return for E181 of the GSP to cover Kyle Kirkwood and Christopher Buescher's second wins of the 2023 season. For the IndyCars, Kirkwood used strategy and speed to hold off Scotty McLaughlin and championship leader Alex Palou. This race was the debut for defending Indy NXT champion Linus Lundqvist for Meyer-Shank Racing, with a Fast 12 qualifying and solid race till it was not. Compared to the previous two seasons, the race was relatively clean and multiple strategies were at play.
Michigan saw Buescher take his second consecutive victory on a Monday over Martin Truex, Jr. and...
2023-08-212h 23
Calling Darkness PodcastPretty Flies For A White GuySeason Two, Episode Seven - "Pretty Flies For A White Guy"Written by S.H. Cooper
In which road trips are taken, Bridgette and Gloria bug Phin, and friendships are questioned. Performed by:Owen McCuen as Father MontgomeryDan Zappulla as Phineas DawsS.H. Cooper as Bridgette MilsenGemma Amor as Gloria SmithDesdymona Howard as Annabelle CroweCharlotte Norup as Nadia Olsen/Undead NadiasAllison Brandt as Cassie WatersVictoria Juan as Mariela W...
2023-06-1527 min
Calling Darkness PodcastSomething Is Rotten In DenmarkSeason Two, Episode Six - "Something Is Rotten In Denmark"Written by S.H. Cooper
In which Rose's good deed doesn't go unpunished, Phin debates the use of seat belts, and the girls take another L. Performed by:Desdymona Howard as Annabelle CroweAllison Brandt as Cassie WatersVictoria Juan as Mariela WilliamsCharlotte Norup as Nadia OlsenErin B. Lillis as RoseGraham Rowat as LialgaMatthew Bradford as ChadNichole Goodnight as Clara...
2023-06-0123 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementWays to Prevent Taxes From Catching You by Surprise, Ep #190Are you the type of person who loves surprises? One surprise you probably don't enjoy is having to pay more taxes than you anticipated. Unfortunately, taxes are a necessary part of life. The best thing you can do to ensure that you aren't caught off guard at the end of the tax year is to prepare throughout the year. On this episode of Financial Symmetry, Allison Berger and I review 9 ways to prevent taxes from catching you off guard. Don't let the next tax season take you by surprise. Listen in to hear how you ca...
2023-05-1527 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementWays to Improve Financial Outcomes for WomenAs International Women's Day approaches, we wanted to get together to explore ways to improve the financial outcome for women across the globe. In this episode, Allison Berger, Grace Kvantas, Haley Modlin and Darian Billingsley, break down the four Cs of women's personal finance. Resources & People Mentioned LadiesGetPaid.com Big Hero 6 Care.com Care Yaya ElderCare.ACL.gov SarahCare Episode 173 - When Retirement Is Derailed by Longterm Illness BOOK - Being Mortal by Atul Gawande Credit Karma Savvy Ladies ***** 📬 Tips each month to help you reach your Ideal Retirement. Subscribe to the Fina...
2023-03-0621 min
Decades of Horror | Horror News RadioMOST ANTICIPATED HORROR MOVIES OF 2023 | The Grue-Crew Share Their Top 10 Genre Films Welcome to HORROR NEWS RADIO for December 28, 2022. JOIN US FOR casting news for the MOST ANTICIPATED HORROR MOVIES OF 2023. Doc Rotten hosts HNR, the official GRUESOME MAGAZINE HORROR NEWS podcast along with the scariest, goriest, bloodiest co-hosts on the 'Net. Crystal Cleveland, the Livin6dead6irl Christopher G. Moore, Award-Winning Filmmaker Brian W. Smith, Award-Winning Screenwriter Chad Hunt, Comic book Artist and Co-Host of Decades of Horror MOST ANTICIPATED HORROR MOVIES OF 2023 Crystal Cleveland Teen Wolf Meg 2: Trench Scream 6 Pale Blue Eye Saw X The Exorcist M3GAN Infinity Pool...
2023-01-0255 min
Horror News RadioMOST ANTICIPATED HORROR MOVIES OF 2023
Welcome to HORROR NEWS RADIO for December 28, 2022. JOIN US FOR casting news for the MOST ANTICIPATED HORROR MOVIES OF 2023. Doc Rotten hosts HNR, the official GRUESOME MAGAZINE HORROR NEWS podcast along with the scariest, goriest, bloodiest co-hosts on the ‘Net.
Crystal Cleveland, the Livin6dead6irl
Christopher G. Moore, Award-Winning Filmmaker
Brian W. Smith, Award-Winning Screenwriter
Chad Hunt, Comic book Artist and Co-Host of Decades of Horror
MOST ANTICIPATED HORROR MOVIES OF 2023
Crystal Cleveland
Teen Wolf
Meg 2: Trench
Scream 6
Pale Blue Eye
Saw X
The Exorcist
M3GAN
Infinity Pool
Renfield
Evil Dead Rise
2023-01-0255 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementChoose Your Own Retirement Adventure - The 4 Types of Retirement Journeys, Ep #170Have you ever wondered how your retirement preparations compare with others? Short video recap: https://youtu.be/mNYvWKgO3MM This is a common question that we hear as financial advisors. On this episode, we'll take a look at data from a recent study about the 4 types of retirement journeys that people take. You'll also hear about the risks and opportunities that stem from these 4 retirement paths. People's circumstances, attitudes, and ambitions can greatly affect their retirement experience. So, if you are on the cusp of retirement you may be wondering what type of r...
2022-08-0823 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementHow to Create a Framework for Navigating Major Financial DecisionsHow do you deal with a major financial transitions? Video recap: https://youtu.be/2tWrduVAS14 When this happens there can be many choices that you need to make. Without the right decision-making framework, navigating these choices can lead to analysis paralysis. Allison Berger joins me today to share some of what she has learned while studying for the CFT designation (Certified Financial Transitionist). The coursework for this professional title combines financial planning with cutting-edge research in neurology, sociology, and psychology. With her newfound knowledge, Allison will help us learn how to navigate the t...
2022-07-1124 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with Retirement10 Tax Surprises to Watch Out ForIf you recently filed your tax return you may have noticed some unexpected surprises. Video recap: https://youtu.be/G9q8k5fRNdQ Since tax planning and preparation is an important part of what we do at Financial Symmetry, we wanted to make you all aware of the top 10 tax surprises that we see in our office. Listen in to hear if you are familiar with any of these tax prep surprises. Outline of This Episode [2:58] Inheritances [6:55] Credit card reward points [7:56] Advanced child tax credit [10:30] Cryptocurrencies and NFTs [13:20] 1099K through Venmo or o...
2022-05-0229 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementStrategies to Retire More ConfidentlyMany people that listen to retirement podcasts and read financial articles are fantastic savers. If that sounds like you, congratulations! Video recap: https://youtu.be/pUvfv1815fw You have done the hard work to accumulate plenty of assets and be on track to reach your financial retirement goals. However, after a lifetime of accumulation, you may discover that you have a hard time letting go of your assets. I recently came across an article in Barron's magazine called Retirees Aren't Spending Enough of Their Nest Eggs. Here's Why. On this episode of Financial S...
2022-04-0425 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementHow to Protect Yourself from Fraud, Ep #158From data breaches to text messages, emails, and phone calls, scammers are always looking for new ways to commit fraud. Video recap: https://youtu.be/_PwxMMqnjNk Fraud can devastate retirement plans, so it is important to stay one step ahead of scammers and keep your guard up to protect yourself and your retirement. On this episode, we discuss types of scams to be on the lookout for and how you can protect yourself from the conmen that are constantly devising new ways to ruin people's lives. Outline of This Episode [2:12] El...
2022-02-2822 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementHow Your Money Memories Can Impact Your Retirement DecisionsThe biggest financial threat to your wealth is not the market; it is your brain. Video clip with Money Egg example: https://youtu.be/PJ4Zryp2w8Y Human behavior surrounding money varies greatly and can be fascinating to study. Allison Berger has been studying financial behavior in more detail over the past year in the Certified Financial Transitionist coursework. On this episode of Financial Symmetry, we delve deeper into the common money scripts that drive financial behavior. Our conversation is inspired from the book Wired for Wealth by Brad Klontz, Ted Klontz...
2022-01-1724 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementTop Economic Stories of 20212021 has been a wild ride! But like with any roller coaster, we've learned that the most important thing to do is to stay in your seat so that you don't get hurt. Video recap: https://youtu.be/4fuYYZNDALQ On this episode, we recap our views on the top 10 economic stories from 2021 and the lessons they hold going forward. 1. Social Security to increase COLA at highest rate since 1981 Written by: Allison Berger Social Security remains a critical component of retirement income for most senior citizens. To ensure retirees maintain purchasing power through their golden...
2021-12-2018 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with Retirement5 Investing Superpowers You Can Harness TodayWelcome to this bonus episode of Financial Symmetry with Allison Berger and Grace Kvantas. Grace and I bring you this episode as a special preview to the upcoming Women: A Force in Business Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina. This episode and our presentation are targeted toward women professionals looking to build their retirement nest egg. Our goal is to help women achieve success and financial wealth. So if you are a woman or if you love a woman, listen in to hear how women can achieve more success and improve their financial well-being by harnessing their financial...
2021-11-0917 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementDeveloping a Retirement Withdrawal StrategyThe decumulation stage of retirement is different from all those years you spent accumulating your retirement savings. Video Recap: https://youtu.be/UyvHGltT1Z0 This is why you need to have a retirement plan in place to help guide you through this transition. Unfortunately, the same plan won't work for everyone which is why it is important to understand what type of strategy would work best for you. On this episode of Financial Symmetry, Allison Berger and I will check out the risks and opportunities to consider as you approach the decumulation stage...
2021-10-1824 min
Learning Bayesian StatisticsMixed Effects Models & Beautiful Plots, with TJ MahrIn episode 40, we already got a glimpse of how useful Bayesian stats are in the speech and communication sciences. To talk about the frontiers of this field (and, as it happens, about best practices to make beautiful plots and pictures), I invited TJ Mahr on the show.A speech pathologist turned data scientist, TJ earned his PhD in communication sciences and disorders in Madison, Wisconsin. On paper, he was studying speech development, word recognition and word learning in preschoolers, but over the course of his graduate training, he discovered that he really, really likes programming and working...
2021-10-081h 01Learning Bayesian StatisticsMixed Effects Models & Beautiful Plots, with TJ MahrIn episode 40, we already got a glimpse of how useful Bayesian stats are in the speech and communication sciences. To talk about the frontiers of this field (and, as it happens, about best practices to make beautiful plots and pictures), I invited TJ Mahr on the show.A speech pathologist turned data scientist, TJ earned his PhD in communication sciences and disorders in Madison, Wisconsin. On paper, he was studying speech development, word recognition and word learning in preschoolers, but over the course of his graduate training, he discovered that he really, really likes programming and working...
2021-10-081h 01Financial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementHow the American Families Plan Could Impact You and Your TaxesThe American Families Plan hasn't yet become law, but that doesn't mean that you can't prepare for the changes that may be coming. Video recap: https://youtu.be/DFVgJZPwEIc In this episode we consider the planning opportunities that could arise with the changes in tax legislation. Our goal is to ensure that you have all the tools in your toolbox so that you can minimize your tax burden. Who will most be affected by the tax law changes? The current tax law comes from the Trump administration and dates back to 2017. Prior to...
2021-10-0428 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementFinancial Planning Strategies for GrandparentsWith Grandparents day around the corner, we're breaking down helpful financial planning strategies for grandparents. Many grandparents have dreams of sharing the fruits of their labor with their families. However, sharing your wealth effectively takes careful planning. YouTube recap here: https://youtu.be/eGYLeS_8hNw Listen to this episode to hear the best ways to plan effectively for your kids and grandkids. Vacationing Confidently Grandparents love spoiling the grandkids. One of the more memorable ways to do this, is by taking care of planning and paying for the whole family to take a...
2021-09-0617 min
Learning Bayesian StatisticsBayesian Stats for the Speech & Language Sciences, with Allison Hilger and Timo RoettgerWe all know about these accidental discoveries — penicillin, the heating power of microwaves, or the famous (and delicious) tarte tatin. I don’t know why, but I just love serendipity. And, as you’ll hear, this episode is deliciously full of it…Thanks to Allison Hilger and Timo Roettger, we’ll discover the world of linguistics, how Bayesian stats are helpful there, and how Paul Bürkner’s BRMS package has been instrumental in this field. To my surprise — and perhaps yours — the speech and language sciences are pretty quantitative and computational!As she recently discovered Bayesi...
2021-05-281h 05Learning Bayesian StatisticsBayesian Stats for the Speech & Language Sciences, with Allison Hilger and Timo RoettgerWe all know about these accidental discoveries — penicillin, the heating power of microwaves, or the famous (and delicious) tarte tatin. I don’t know why, but I just love serendipity. And, as you’ll hear, this episode is deliciously full of it…Thanks to Allison Hilger and Timo Roettger, we’ll discover the world of linguistics, how Bayesian stats are helpful there, and how Paul Bürkner’s BRMS package has been instrumental in this field. To my surprise — and perhaps yours — the speech and language sciences are pretty quantitative and computational!As she recently discovered Bayesi...
2021-05-281h 05Financial Symmetry: Balancing Today with Retirement3 Not-So-Obvious Retirement RoadblocksHave you ever been on your way to an epic summer road trip and then all of a sudden you come upon a roadblock? That can ruin the excitement you feel for the upcoming trip. This can happen in retirement as well. In retirement, you may confront roadblocks on your journey and if you don't know how to maneuver around them it can leave you feeling stuck. On this episode of Financial Symmetry, Allison Berger joins me to discuss 3 not so obvious retirement roadblocks that you may encounter along your retirement journey. We want to be your...
2021-05-0324 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with Retirement3 Questions to Ask Yourself During Stock Market DropsToday we explore some of the most common questions that people ask during a market decline. We discuss what a financial advisor does and doesn't do for their clients in bear markets, whether you should refinance, and the benefits of tax-loss harvesting. Listen in to hear what you could be doing to stay proactive during this market decline. Youtube recap here: https://youtu.be/QUCpQcf2vu8 What are the benefits of working with a Financial Advisor during a Stock Market Decline? Financial advisors can be a great resource during a stock market decline. The fear...
2020-04-2016 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementRetirement Regrets: I Wish I Would Have...Will your retirement regrets list be full of "I wish I would have...?" What if you could use regrets of other retirees to change or improve your current course? Short Youtube Recap here: https://youtu.be/CiGxXeem2yI Listening to the wisdom of those that have gone before you, can help you avoid their big mistakes and take advantage of financial opportunities you may have missed. In our role as financial advisors, we have the unique opportunity of hearing a long list of retirement regrets. In listening to their perspectives, we gain an...
2020-02-2430 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementBuying a Timeshare: Trick or Treat?There's a lot of conflicting information about buying a timeshare. Some call it the worst financial decision you could make. But is that true? On this episode, we invite Allison Berger to discuss the pros and cons of buying a timeshare. If you've ever been roped into one of those high-pressure sales meetings you'll want to listen to consider if you made the right decision. Short YouTube video: https://youtu.be/RqfiAvdPS-I In this episode of Financial Symmetry, host Chad Smith talks with Allison Berger about strategies for spotting timeshare scams and thinking through decisions...
2019-10-2127 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementSave More Time & Money During Back to School Time This YearAre you looking for money and/or time-saving tips now that the summer is over and the kids are back to school? Summer can always feel expensive with summer camps, vacations, and then back to school shopping. With fall approaching and the kids back in school, we put together a list of ways you can save time and money to make this year better than the rest. Time-saving tips Look at how you spend your time at home and see what you can contract out. Can you hire someone to clean or cut the yard? The more you...
2019-09-0921 min
This Past Weekend w/ Theo VonFifty Cent Sniffs | This Past Weekend #224Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts http://bit.ly/ThisPastWeekend_ Theo announces an exciting new project, reminisces about a very particular scent from his childhood, and listens to some voicemails on gratitude and bringing families together. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode is brought to you by DoorDash Download the DoorDash app and enter promo code THEO for $5 off your first order of $15 or more Dollar Shave Club Visit https://DollarShaveClub.com/THEO to receive the Ultimate Shave Starter Set for just $5 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hit the Hotline 985-664-9503 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find Theo Website: https://theovon.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/theovon Facebook: https...
2019-08-191h 04
Local Pulse with Joe DiBiaseShow 263 - 07.20.2019Kristen Smith & Allison Lehane - Newburyport Kitchen Tour
Frank Bertolino, Chad McDonald & Bob LaFrance - Newburyport Lions Club
Jen & Sam Cooper, John Housianitis - Greek Food Festival
2019-07-201h 01Financial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementMemorable Financial Lessons From Pop CultureOften in social conversations, it's not uncommon to hear us say, "That reminds me of a scene in the movie…" to emphasize a point. Movies have a powerful way of presenting memorable situations where real life decisions and money intersect. Given the financial lens we view the world through, these financial themes jump off the screen to us. So in today's episode, we put on our movie critic hats and have some fun discussing lessons we've spotted in films that we all can learn from. Some are obvious but in others, you have to dig a bit de...
2019-07-0135 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementWhy Aren't There More Women in Financial Planning?Financial advice has long been a male dominated industry. Women represent 51% of the US population, but only 23% of CFP® professionals are women and this percentage has stagnated over the past decade. Why is there a feminine famine in financial planning? Today we've invited Allison Berger and Grace Kvantas back on the show to discuss the 6 main challenges that prevent women from becoming financial advisors. As we shed light on these topics, we share ways we are fighting against these stigmas. We also celebrate Grace as the latest partner of Financial Symmetry. Listen to this episode to hear why there a...
2019-04-2229 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementAre You Speaking the Same Financial Language?Money and relationships don't always go hand in hand. Making you wonder if you and your partner are speaking the same financial language. If money is causing stress in your relationship, you are not alone. 31% of couples say that the biggest cause of stress in their relationship is money. We want to help you communicate better with your partner about money. On this episode, Allison Berger joins us to discuss four common financial disagreements in couples. Listen in to learn how to better your relationship with your partner and with money. You spent how much on that? ...
2019-02-2527 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with Retirement5 Top Reads for Working MomsWorking moms face a difficult balance. People often feel that most women have a choice whether to work outside the home, but the reality is, 65% of families need both parents to work. Women in the workforce is a family issue, not simply a women's issue, so this episode is useful for more than just women. Allison and Grace join us again to dive into the topics of gender bias, women in the workforce, and they provide helpful strategies and resources to help anyone that is struggling with how to balance it all. Women face both internal and external...
2018-12-0337 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with Retirement5 Important Financial Strategies to Consider After the Death of a SpouseAllison Berger and Grace Kvantas are stepping in for Mike on this episode. They join us to talk about how to navigate through a life crisis, specifically financial considerations after the death of a spouse. It's hard to think financially after such a terrible emotional blow, but proper financial planning can help ensure that you will have less to worry about in the years to come. Listen to this episode to hear our top 5 financial planning opportunities to think about after the death of a spouse. How to prepare your taxes after the death of a spouse ...
2018-04-0923 minFinancial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementFinancial Savvy for Women: The Top 10 TipsStudies show that most women don't think of themselves as having financial savvy. Honestly, it's a very sad situation but one that is improving as years go by. In this conversation, you will hear some of the latest statistics about the improving state of women's finances, the causes behind these improvements, and what any woman can do to grow to be savvier when it comes to financial planning. But the Financial Symmetry team isn't going to stop there. Allison Berger and Grace Kvantas present their Top 10 Financial Tips For Women and explain why each one is important. ...
2018-01-2950 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 089Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 review, Top 10 April sales, Injustice 2, Bane Conquest 1, GotG: Mother Entropy 1, GotG: Mission Breakout, All-New Guardians of the Galaxy 1, Black Bolt 1, Jean Grey 1, Eternal Empire 1, Youngblood 1, Swordquest 0, TMNT Funko, The Damned 1, Catalyst Prime Noble, Alterna (Lilith Dark, Adam Wreck, Croak, Amazing Age), Secret Empire 1, Free Comic Book Day!, Batman 22, Dark Tower trailer, Defenders trailer, Thor by Aaron, DC Editorial shake-up, Doctor Who S10E04 Details: Injustice 2 1 by Tom Taylor, Bruno Redondo, Juan Albarran; Bane Conquest 1 by Chuck Dixon, Graham Nolan, Gregory Wright; Guardians of the Galaxy: Mother Entropy 1 by Jim Starlin, Alan Davis...
2017-05-092h 32Financial Symmetry: Balancing Today with RetirementThe Usual Suspects: Financial Planning StyleIn this episode Chad and Mike discuss the top 5 questions they hear from their prospects, with special guest Allison Berger, CFP®.
2016-06-1430 min