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Paper Gains ShowNew 2025 Tax Bill: Who Wins, Who Loses & What You Need to DoDid Congress just lock in your tax rate for the next decade — and not tell you? Here’s what they’re really planning.📲 Connect with Us Johnathan Rankin: Johnathan@mforcecapital.com or @thinkretirement Matt Magee: Mmagee@mforcecapital.comIn this episode of The Paper Gain Show, Johnathan Rankin, and Matt McGee CFP® break down the 2025 GOP tax proposal — a 350-page draft that could reshape your income, deductions, and retirement strategy for years. From extending Trump-era tax cuts and bonus deductions to the debut of MAGA accounts, th...2025-05-2330 minPaper Gains ShowBuffett Steps Down—Biggest Lessons From The LegendWarren Buffett just stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway after 60 years—and the investing world may never be the same.In this episode of The Paper Gains Show, we unpack the biggest lessons Buffett leaves behind, what most investors still get wrong about his strategy, and what Berkshire’s future could look like without him. 📲 Connect with Us Johnathan Rankin: Johnathan@mforcecapital.com or @thinkretirement Matt Magee: Mmagee@mforcecapital.comAbout:This episode reflects on the investing legacy of Warren Buffett, exploring the wisdom he shared with generations of investors and the unique investment strategies that made him a legend...2025-05-0826 minPaper Gains ShowShould You Get Back Into the Market? Honest Advice for Nervous InvestorsSold your investments during the volatility and now regretting it? You’re not alone.In this episode of The Paper Gains Show, we tackle what to do if you pulled out of the market, how to re-enter with a smart strategy, and what this recent rally really means. Plus, we dive into key retirement planning questions like early healthcare costs and whether long-term care insurance is worth it.📲 Connect with Us Johnathan Rankin: Johnathan@mforcecapital.com or @thinkretirement Matt Magee: Mmagee@mforcecapital.comAbout:his episode covers real-time market commentary and practical retirement planning advice for those near or in retir...2025-05-0523 minPaper Gains ShowTariff Turmoil: What Retirees Need to Know About This Market DropWhen the markets crash, emotions take over — but the smartest investors rely on strategy, not panic. In this episode of the Paper Gain Show, we break down what’s really driving the current market volatility, including the massive tariff announcements and whispers of recession. With over 20% declines in major indices and zero clarity on what’s next, we’ll help you cut through the noise and make informed, confident decisions.About:This episode tackles one of the biggest concerns facing investors today: how to navigate sharp market drops, increased volatility, and economic uncertai...2025-04-1129 minPaper Gains ShowThe Hardest Part of Retirement Planning (It’s Not What You Think) - Ep. 4What’s the hardest part of retirement planning? It’s probably not what you think—and we’re breaking it down with real talk, personal stories, and practical strategies.📲 Connect with Us Johnathan Rankin: Johnathan@mforcecapital.com Matt Magee: Mmagee@mforcecapital.com📌 About:In this episode of The Paper Gain Show, Jonathan Rankin and Matt McGee dive into what really makes retirement planning difficult—and it’s not just the numbers. From managing trade-offs between living for today vs. saving for tomorrow, to avoiding the trap of comparing your retirement to someone else's, this episode is full of real insights and laugh...2025-03-3024 minPaper Gains ShowFinancial Advisor Reveals: Retirement Laws That Must GO in 2025 - Ep. 03🔹 What if the 4% Rule is Wrong? 🔹Is the classic 4% retirement withdrawal rule outdated? With changing market conditions, inflation concerns, and varying financial strategies, it's time to rethink this long-standing retirement planning rule. We debate whether it still holds up today, what experts recommend instead, and how it impacts your retirement plan. Plus, we discuss tax-saving strategies, smart car buying vs. leasing decisions, and what’s next for interest rates in 2024!📲 Connect with Us Johnathan Rankin: Johnathan@mforcecapital.com or @thinkretirement Matt Magee: Mmagee@mforcecapital.com🔎 Abou...2025-03-2028 minPaper Gains ShowEconomic Uncertainty: Are We Headed for a Recession? (EP. 2)Are we on the edge of a major recession? With the markets dipping into correction territory, investors are asking: What should we do now? In this episode of The Paper Gain Show, we break down the latest market trends, strategies for navigating volatility, and whether a recession is on the horizon.📲 Connect with Us Johnathan Rankin: Johnathan@mforcecapital.com Matt Magee: Mmagee@mforcecapital.com🔎 About:In this episode, hosts Jonathan Rankin and Matt McGee analyze the current market downturn, discussing why vo...2025-03-1228 minPaper Gains ShowThe Paper Gains Show - Social Security Broke, Buffett's 💰, Roth vs Traditional and MOREWelcome to the first episode of Paper Gains! 🎉 In this episode, financial advisors Johnathan Rankin and Matt Magee dive into some of the biggest financial topics on retirees' minds right now:💰 Is Social Security Going Bankrupt? – Will benefits still be there when you need them?📉 Market Volatility & Economic Trends – What recent layoffs and government cuts mean for your retirement.💡 Warren Buffett’s $300B Cash Pile – Should you be sitting on the sidelines too?📊 Is Apple Losing Its Edge? – What Buffett’s moves say about the future of investing.🏆 Physical Gold vs. ET...2025-03-0629 min