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Saving With Silverman
Inside the Advisor’s Office: What People Are Actually Concerned About
Ever wonder what other people talk about with their financial advisors? A new survey of nearly 400 experienced advisors reveals the biggest concerns, challenges, and financial goals their clients are facing today. From retirement planning and healthcare costs to working longer than expected, we’re breaking down the key takeaways and how they compare to what we see in our own client conversations. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: 📊 Survey insights from 400+ financial advisors 💰 Why retirement income is more than just savings 📉 How to avoid outliving your money 🏥 H...
2025-05-01
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Retire Smarter: Control What You Can & Thrive in Any Market
How do you build confidence in your retirement plan when so much feels out of your control? In today’s episode, we’re cutting through the noise and focusing on what really matters- the things you can control. From managing risk to planning for inflation and creating reliable income, we’ll share strategies that put you back in the driver’s seat. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: 📊 Most people don’t understand how much investment risk they’re actually taking 🧾 You can’t control tax law, but you can control where your mo...
2025-04-17
11 min
Saving With Silverman
From Chaos to Clarity: Building a Solid Income Plan for Retirement
What happens when the paycheck stops, but the bills don’t? In this episode, Mark cuts through the noise and gets real about why a true retirement income plan is your financial foundation. Spoiler: it’s not about picking the right annuity or hoping Social Security is enough. It's all about strategy, and there’s no silver bullet. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: 💸 Most people don’t have an income plan—they just have accounts 📉 Without a strategy, retirement income can be unpredictable 📊 Financial products ≠ financial planning ...
2025-04-03
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Planning For Couples: Getting On The Same Page
A good financial plan considers the unique needs and views of both spouses. But let’s face it, couples often come to the table with different approaches to saving, spending, and planning for the future. So, how do you get on the same page and build a plan that works for everyone? In this episode, we’ll explore the challenges and strategies of financial planning for married couples. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: 💰 Getting the saver vs spender on the same page in retirement planning 💬 Key conversations every couple should have be...
2025-03-20
15 min
Saving With Silverman
The Snowbird Retirement: Is a Seasonal Move Right for You?
Arizona is a unique state in that parts of the state have harsh winters while other areas deal with extreme heat in the summers. Either way, it definitely drives retirees to consider taking up residence somewhere else in those months when the weather isn’t enjoyable. Is ‘snowbird’ life for you? Let’s talk about what motivates people to take up temporary residence elsewhere, where they go, and if it’s worthwhile. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: What our clients usually do when they choose to become ‘snowbirds.’ Where do people usually...
2025-03-06
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Answering the 401k Frequently Asked Questions
For many Americans, the 401k will be their biggest asset in retirement and will be a critical piece of the income they need to create. It’s no surprise that we get a lot of questions about the 401k and today we’re going to address some of the one that we get asked the most. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Is it a good idea to take advantage of a program your company offers to advise you on your 401k? Should you contribute as much as you can or just enough to get a...
2025-02-20
10 min
Saving With Silverman
Two Truths and a Lie
Today we’re going to tackle retirement planning through a fun game called ‘Two Truths and a Lie.’ Ron will present Mark with three statements, and he’ll have to tell us which two are true and which one is the lie. This episode is designed to help listeners better understand how various financial elements impact their retirement and overall financial health. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Do stocks, bonds, or gold typically do better in inflationary periods? Rising interest rates will hurt borrowers, but rising interest rates don't hurt savers. Your emergency fu...
2025-02-06
09 min
Saving With Silverman
The Different Definitions Of Diversification
If you’ve done any research on retirement and financial planning, you’ve probably seen the term diversification used quite a bit. But does what it mean to truly be diversified? The truth is that it can mean a lot of different things when it comes to your financial plan. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Diversification of stocks Diversification of asset classes Global diversification Diversification of strategies Diversification of future tax liability Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://silverman-associates.com/home Email:
2025-01-16
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Unlikely Wisdom: Financial Wisdom From Celebrities
You wouldn’t necessarily expect Lindsay Lohan, Rosie O’Donnell or Mike Tyson to dispense valuable insights about financial planning matters. In fact, you’d probably expect the opposite. But with a little bit of creativity, we can get some financial planning pearls of wisdom from even the most unlikely of sources. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Not being your own worst enemy when it comes to investing Taking what you hear on TV or social media with a grain of salt Having a game plan but being flexible with that plan as things c...
2025-01-02
08 min
Saving With Silverman
It’s Not Your Parents Retirement: Retirement Planning Today
With pensions being a thing of the past, and Social Security looking like it might have some changes coming, retirement planning today is nothing like it was for your parents or grandparents. In the past, people often retired and only lived a few years beyond that, but today’s retirees could spend 20, 30, or even 40 years in retirement. And, unless you’re in one of the few jobs that still offer pensions, it’s largely up to you to create and secure your own retirement. In this episode, Mark breaks down exactly how retirement planning has changed over the ye...
2024-12-19
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Planning With Arnold Schwarzenegger
From fitness icon to actor to governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger has worn lots of different hats over the course of his incredible life. Is financial advisor the next one he’s ready to put on? Probably not, but in today’s episode, we’ll dive into some of Arnie’s most well-known quotes and see how they can apply to the financial world! Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: How investing changes as you move through different stages of life. Visualization and setting goals. How the stock market is cyclical. The hard part is often just g...
2024-12-05
07 min
Saving With Silverman
The Parallels Between Weight Loss and Financial Planning
In our fast-paced lives, we often find ourselves juggling multiple priorities, from maintaining a healthy lifestyle to ensuring financial stability. But have you ever considered how these two seemingly distinct aspects of life might share common ground? In the latest episode, Mark highlights the intriguing parallels between weight loss and financial planning. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Understanding both the pros and cons when it comes to different financial products. Being diligent with saving. Your financial plan is not just for you, but for your family too. Reassessing your financial goals as your...
2024-11-21
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Questions You Might Not Know to Ask About Retirement
Lots of people have questions about their retirement, but most people should be asking about things they don’t know about. In this episode, Mark will give you the questions that can significantly impact your financial future, which is essential for getting on the right track for retirement. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Figuring out how much you can withdraw from your savings every year. Considering if you should maintain a life insurance policy when you are retired. Do you know what you’re paying in fees and what that is getting you? Want to get in touch wi...
2024-11-07
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Opportunities and Challenges in Real Estate Investing
When it comes to retirement planning, real estate often emerges as a popular topic of discussion. If this is something you’ve been curious about, this episode should be very helpful. We’re going to dive into the complexities of real estate and some of the factors you need to consider before making any final decisions. Join us to learn how to make smarter choices about your real estate investments and retirement planning. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Keeping a sense of perspective on the current mortgage rates. Challenge...
2024-10-17
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Lessons From Ernest Hemingway
In this episode, we look at finance through a bit of an unconventional, yet enlightening lens. Mark takes the timeless wisdom of Ernest Hemingway to draw parallels and impart valuable lessons for making smarter financial decisions. The great American novelist and journalist captured the hearts and minds with his adventurous lifestyle. During his 51 years on Earth, Hemingway left a lasting legacy and it isn’t always explored from a financial viewpoint. That’s what we'll do today with some of these great quotes and hopefully provide you with a little real-world guidance you can apply to your own...
2024-10-03
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Guidance Through the Lens of Calvin and Hobbes
Calvin and Hobbes is one of the most timeless comic strips in American history, but is there anything we can learn from Bill Watterson’s masterpiece in the financial realm? Turns out there is, and Mark will draw on wisdom from the comic to highlight several quotes that offer valuable lessons for financial planning. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Preparing in advance for some of those financial surprises. Having a sound investing strategy. Making sure your retirement income keeps pace with inflation. Getting ahead o...
2024-09-19
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Taking Care of Financial Chores
Have you ever considered how the mundane tasks we do around the house can offer valuable lessons for managing our finances? In this episode, we’re going to expand on this intriguing analogy. From taking out the trash to cleaning out the fridge, Mark provides insightful advice on maintaining a well-diversified portfolio, updating beneficiaries, and the importance of periodic maintenance. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Reviewing your portfolio and making sure that it is well diversified. Ensuring that the investments in your portfolio are appropriate for where you are in life. K...
2024-09-05
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Putting Together a Retirement Checklist
Every individual will have a unique plan for retirement, but there are questions that every person should be able to answer before they make the transition. Am I prepared for increased tax rates in the future? What about if I live longer than I plan and I outlive my money? What do I want to happen with my money after I die? Today we’ll provide a comprehensive checklist that will help prepare you for retirement. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Saving for the future while enjoying life in the present...
2024-08-15
14 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Advice From Mark Twain
Mark Twain is one of the most revered authors in American history, but what can we learn about finance from this legendary wordsmith? Join Mark Silverman as he takes a look at some of Twain’s most famous quotes and applies the lessons to financial planning. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Diversification and spreading out your risk to protect your portfolio. Not letting politics be an excuse when it comes to investing decisions. The longer-term an investment you have, the more likely you are to have a good return. The value of...
2024-08-01
11 min
Saving With Silverman
The Detriments of Moving the Goalposts and the Importance of Planning
Can you imagine how difficult it would be for a placekicker if the goalposts suddenly shifted just as they were about to kick? In the same sense, how can we expect to achieve our financial goals if we're constantly shifting the targets? Retirement goals can obviously change with the passage of time, but there can be some serious risk when it comes to your retirement if you shift the goalposts a little bit too carelessly. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Setting and sticking to goals. Not keeping more cash for your...
2024-07-18
11 min
Saving With Silverman
All About Bonds
While you’ve probably heard of bonds before, do you really have a full understanding of how they work, especially when compared to stocks? Today we’ll dive deep into the world of bonds, breaking down their complexities and offering valuable insights. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: What are bonds, and how are they different from stocks? Bond funds v. individual bonds. What causes bond prices to change? Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://silverman-associates.com/home Email: mark...
2024-07-02
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Reading Your Statements
Have you ever glanced at your financial statements and felt overwhelmed by the numbers and jargon? You're not alone. Many people receive statements from their investment accounts every month or quarter but don't fully understand what they're looking at. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Some of the challenges when it comes to fees. What is cost basis and why is it important? What’s in the fine print that you should be paying attention to? Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://s...
2024-06-20
10 min
Saving With Silverman
Reading the Fine Print
It’s been said that “the sales brochure giveth and the fine print taketh away.” In the financial world, glossy brochures and enticing sales pitches often conceal ugly hidden truths. Let’s talk about some of the things we hear from people when they don’t pay enough attention to the fine print... Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: “I just got a big rate increase on my long-term care insurance!” “The fees in this annuity are a lot higher than I was told!” “This mutual fund had done really well for the last several years...
2024-06-06
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Mark’s Unpopular Opinions
In the realm of personal finance, there's no shortage of advice- some of it good, some of it not so much. Being a good advisor isn’t about winning a popularity contest or just saying the same things that everyone else in the industry says. It’s about giving the best advice that you can for each individual situation. Let’s discuss some areas where Mark’s opinions might not be popular with other people in the financial industry... Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: The appropriate amount of risk for a re...
2024-05-16
12 min
Saving With Silverman
Why Are Americans Working Longer?
A recent study revealed that 19% of Americans over the age of 65 are still working, which is twice as high as it was 30 years ago. Today, we’ll explore some of the reasons behind this statistic. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Some people truly love their job A divorce can force someone into working longer than they originally planned Waiting for Social Security full retirement age Some people simply haven’t saved enough Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://silverman-associates.com/home ...
2024-05-02
12 min
Saving With Silverman
Mastering Risk: Your Path to a Smarter Financial Future
In this episode of Saving With Silverman, we delve into the nuanced world of financial risk. Join Mark Silverman, CFP® and founder of Silverman & Associates, as he unpacks the complexities of risk tolerance in investing. Whether you're a thrill-seeker in the market or prefer a more cautious approach, understanding the risk you're comfortable with is crucial to achieving your financial goals. Mark emphasizes the importance of understanding not just how much risk you're taking, but also how much you should be taking to stay on track for your objectives. You’ll learn about the pitfalls of chasing mar...
2024-04-18
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Presidential Perspectives: Financial Insights From Past Presidents
We like to approach financial conversations from a creative angle here on the show. So, in today’s episode, we’re exploring the timeless wisdom of past presidents. Join Mark as he takes five famous quotes from influential figures such as George Washington and Ronald Reagan and shares how their wisdom applies to financial planning. Here are the quotes we discuss in today’s show: “When only one side of a story is heard and often repeated, the human mind becomes impressed with it.” “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can...
2024-04-04
11 min
Saving With Silverman
The Retirement Guessing Game
In today's uncertain financial landscape, it's easy to feel like you're rolling the dice when it comes to retirement planning. With rising costs and unexpected expenses to account for, leaving your financial future to chance isn't a risk worth taking. Join us on this episode as we dive into the importance of strategic retirement planning. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Understanding and planning for how much income you’ll need in retirement Maintaining a sufficient liquid reserve to handle unforeseen costs Accounting for the cost of inflation in your retirement plan Th...
2024-03-21
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Retirement Planning with Aristotle
Does retirement planning sometimes sound like Greek to you? Turns out, that's not always a bad thing. Join us as we take a step back in time and explore the timeless wisdom of Aristotle in today’s episode. Here are the quotes we discuss in today’s show: “It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.” “Quality is not an act. It is a habit.” "The aim of the wise is not to secure pleasure, but to avoid pain." “Well begun is half done.” Want t...
2024-03-07
10 min
Saving With Silverman
Mailbag: Final Expense Insurance, RMDS, And More
Welcome back to the Saving with Silverman podcast! In today’s episode, Mark is going to answer some mailbag questions sent in by listeners like you. These episodes are a great way for you to learn from real-life financial scenarios while gaining valuable insights into managing your finances effectively. Here are the questions we cover in today’s show: “Is financial expense insurance worth buying?” “I have to start taking RMDs next year. Should I take these withdrawals in monthly installments or one big withdrawal at the end of the year?” “How much tax should I expect...
2024-02-15
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Building Your Financial Future: Lessons From Home Renovations
Welcome back to the Saving with Silverman podcast! This week, we’re going to see what home renovation projects can teach us about the world of retirement planning. We’ll explore insightful lessons derived from the renovation process, such as understanding the “contractor's discount” and the importance of passing financial "inspections." Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: The financial advantages of working with an RIA firm, including transparent fees and potential cost savings Passing “inspection” in financial planning with a collaborative financial planner The importance of specialization in financial planning and working with and a...
2024-02-01
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Signs of Good Financial Health
In today’s episode, we’re going to cover some signs of good financial health. Listen in as Mark covers four essential areas that lay the foundation for a secure retirement. We’ll chat about the importance of spending less than you make, understanding the future tax implications of your savings, crafting a comprehensive retirement income plan, and more. Here are the signs of good financial health that we’ll chat about: You spend less than you make You understand the future tax implications of your savings Both you and your spouse both understand your reti...
2024-01-18
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Questions That Are Hard To Answer
Ever wondered when the next market crash will hit? Or what healthcare costs will look like 20 years from now? Unfortunately, these are questions that none of us have a crystal ball for. So, when it comes to financial planning, how can we be best prepared for the unexpected? Here are the questions that we chat about in today’s episode: “When is the next market crash going to happen?” “What will healthcare costs look like 20 years from now?” “What will the tax rates be three presidents from now?” “How long am I going to live?” ...
2024-01-04
09 min
Saving With Silverman
The Three Worlds of Money
When you break it down to the most basic level, there are really three worlds of money that we utilize for financial planning: banking, insurance, and Wall Street. Each of these worlds has a distinct purpose and role in helping you prepare for retirement. Let’s talk about the pros and cons of each and how we use them to design a portfolio. Here’s some of what we’ll discuss in this episode: The banking world is great for savings and low risk, but it limits your opportunity for growth. Why we don’t look at...
2023-12-21
09 min
Saving With Silverman
What Financial Lessons Can Forrest Gump Teach Us?
Nearly everyone we know has seen the movie Forrest Gump, which hit movie theaters nearly 30 years ago. That’s really hard to believe, but it’s a film that still holds up today. Forrest might have been slow-witted, but it’s hard to find a more inspirational character. Believe it or not, there are even financial lessons we can glean from the movie and we’ll share those today. Here’s some of what we’ll discuss in this episode: Why you need to have a plan that’s able to adjust as life changes. An exam...
2023-12-07
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Putting Things Off In Retirement Planning
There are lots of financial decisions that people tend to push off to a later date. Usually, procrastination is not your friend, but in today’s episode, we’re going explore whether putting off certain financial matters is a good or bad strategy. Stay tuned as we chat about deferring taxes, eliminating debt, setting up legal and estate documents, and more! Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: Deferring taxes can be beneficial upfront, but they will eventually need to be paid There are good and bad kinds of debt The benefits of having...
2023-11-16
10 min
Saving With Silverman
Why Mark Does What He Does
In this week’s episode, we’re diving into the journey that brought Mark to where he is today. Stay tuned as he reflects on the journey that led him to this point in his career and the influential figures who shaped his personal views on money and finance along the way. We’ll also discuss the importance of planning for retirement and the common frustrations people face when they haven't adequately prepared for this significant life transition. Here’s what we discuss in today’s show: How Mark became interested in the financial industry +...
2023-11-02
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Lesser-Known Facts About Social Security
Social Security is a complex system that impacts nearly everyone’s financial future. Despite its importance, there’s a lot that the average person doesn’t know or understand about it. Today we’re going to explore some of these lesser-known facts so that you can make the most informed decisions for your financial future. Here’s some of what we discuss in today’s show: What are work credits, and how do they impact Social Security benefits? How do spousal benefits work, and can non-working spouses receive benefits? Former spouses who were married for at least...
2023-10-19
14 min
Saving With Silverman
Mailbag: How Much Money In The Emergency Fund? And More!
We’re back with another mailbag episode this week! We have an exciting lineup of topics to discuss today. Colleen asks how much money she should have in her emergency fund. Bonnie asks Mark to explain the basics of estate planning to ensure that her assets are passed on with minimal tax implications. Listen in as we tackle these questions more in today’s episode! Here’s are the questions Mark answers in today’s show: How much money should I have in my emergency fund and how does this differ from other savings? I want to...
2023-10-05
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Top 6 Financial Topics People Search on Google
A recent study analyzed Google Trends to find out what keywords are being searched the most and it revealed six financial topics that get queried the most. From income taxes to insurance, there’s a pretty good chance that you’ve searched some of these as well. On today’s show, we’ll talk about: What problems could you run into if you’re relying on Google to do your planning? Insurance has so many types of policies so you have to be specific when looking. Searching for mortgages returns a lot of paid content. Pr...
2023-09-21
13 min
Saving With Silverman
The Importance of Long-Term Care Coverage
Today we’ll talk about why a lot of people don’t think about the need for long-term care despite the fact that it could be incredibly expensive. Plus, we’ll discuss some of the different options for protecting yourself against the possibility of long-term care needs in retirement. On today’s show, we’ll talk about: Where long-term care ranks on the list of priorities in retirement planning. Why most people don’t take long-term care seriously until it affects them. How realistic is it to self-insure for LTC? Is long-term care insurance a good policy...
2023-09-07
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Qualities of Money
Today we're sharing some qualities of money that you need to know as you plan for retirement. For example, do you know what three qualities of money should be represented in nearly every investment plan? Or how about this – what’s the best single investment that achieves all three qualities at once? Stay tuned as we explain what these qualities are and why you need to know this crucial information as you prepare for for financial future. On today’s show, we’ll share: What three qualities of money should you find in your investment...
2023-08-17
10 min
Saving With Silverman
Important Financial Questions to Consider
Socrates said the unexamined life is not worth living. When it comes to financial planning, it’s important to examine yourself by pondering some of these important questions. Today we’ll get to the heart of the issues. On today’s show, we’ll discuss: What financial issues keep you up at night? What do you really desire the most financially speaking? How much of a risk taker are you when it comes to money? Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://silverman-associates.com/home Email...
2023-08-03
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Generational Financial Challenges
No matter what generation you’re from, people of all ages have financial struggles – some more than others. On today’s show, we’ll dive into three generations – Millennials, Generation X, and Baby Boomers to look at the different ways they handle money and what challenges they often face. On today’s show, we’ll share: What challenges do Millennials face? (1:40) What challenges does Generation X face? (3:10) What challenges do Baby Boomers face? (5:00) Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://silverman-associates.com/home Email: mar...
2023-07-13
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Mailbag: Life Insurance Starting Premiums Again, And More
It’s time for another mailbag episode! This episode could be very helpful if you’re looking to improve your financial situation and prepare for retirement. We will discuss what to do if your life insurance policy starts charging premiums again, what to invest in that won’t be so volatile, and when to take Social Security. Listen in as we tackle some current questions from our listeners, and you’ll likely gain some invaluable insights to help you make informed financial decisions. On today’s show, we’ll share: Why is my life insur...
2023-07-06
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Who Needs a Financial Advisor? (And Who Doesn’t)
Not everyone needs a financial advisor right away, but some people desperately do. Unfortunately, people can have a hard time understanding which category they fall into. We’ve met with many different clients over the years. During those discussions, we’ve been able to tell who urgently needs our help, who simply needs a little guidance, and who thinks they have it all figured out. Listen to today’s show and find out what financial help you might need at different life stages, as Mark shares some first-hand insights on the benefits of financial planning. On today’s show, we...
2023-06-15
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Classic Pre-Retiree Mistakes
In the complex world of financial planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into as you approach retirement. In this episode, we’ll share some common mistakes we see people make all the time. Avoiding these crucial missteps can have a significant impact on the success of your retirement plan. We'll delve into these key issues and learn how to navigate them effectively when it's your turn to plan for retirement. Here’s what we’ll discuss on today’s show: Investing at age 59 the same way that you invested at 39 (1:56) Starting Social Security w...
2023-06-01
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Predictable Income
Is there really such a thing as having predictable, guaranteed income in retirement? Maybe the question is really “guaranteed by whom?” In this episode, we’ll discuss some of the retirement income sources that people might view as predictable but really aren’t certain. On today’s show, we’ll share: Is predictable, guaranteed income in retirement really a thing? (1:35) What are some examples of predictable income? (2:19) Why you need a diversified portfolio. (3:09) Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://silverman-associates.com/home Email: m...
2023-05-18
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Dealing With The Death Of A Spouse
Today’s topic may be a difficult one to consider, but it is a very important one at the same time. If you were to lose your spouse, what steps should you take to manage your finances? In today’s episode, we are going to share some real-life examples and cover the most common questions and challenges we’ve seen clients face after losing a loved one. On today’s show, we’ll share: What are the main questions people ask after their spouse dies? (1:16) What are the immediate challenges people face after their spouse dies...
2023-05-04
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Financial Wisdom From Yogi Berra
Yogi Berra was a sports icon and one of the most quotable people to ever live. And when we look at some of his quotes through the right prism, they can teach us some lessons about financial planning. In today’s episode, we’ll have a little fun with some of these quotes to see what financial wisdom we can pull from them. On today’s show, we’ll share: I never said most of the things that I said. (2:05) A nickel ain’t worth a dime anymore. (3:39) When you come to a fork in the road...
2023-04-20
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Things You Think You Know, But Probably Don’t
When it comes to financial planning, it’s OK to admit that you don’t know the answer to something. The real danger is thinking you know the answer to something when you actually have it all wrong. Today we’re discussing some of the things people think they know, but in reality they really don’t. Even with all the information that’s available to us everyday, there are still plenty of aspects of finances and retirement planning that can be confusing and hard to process. So let’s try to sort some of that out on th...
2023-04-06
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Black Swan Events
Last year was a rough year in the market, but it’s hard to attribute it to any one particular trend. It was more a confluence of various factors. On today’s show, we’ll review some of the absolute worst days, weeks and years in market history, what caused them and what we learned. On today’s show, we’ll share: What happened on Black Tuesday? (2:03) How did the Dot Com crash affect us? (2:41) What happened when the markets reopened on Sept. 17, 2001? (3:30) Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https...
2023-03-16
09 min
Saving With Silverman
Mailbag - Giving Up On A Trip To Save Money, And More
It’s time for another mailbag episode, and we have some great topics to discuss. This episode could really help if you’re looking to improve your financial situation and prepare for retirement. We will discuss whether to take expensive trips, how to prevent your children from having hurt feelings over your will and when to pay extra on your mortgage. Listen to hear some of the questions our listeners have, and maybe you’ll gain some valuable knowledge from our answers! On today’s show, we’ll share: Should I take this expens...
2023-03-02
09 min
Saving With Silverman
How Does Generosity Fit Into Planning?
When you think about the word “generosity,” what comes to mind? Maybe money or time spent helping others. We’ve all known generous people in our lives – and those who didn’t have this trait – but generosity can take many forms. On today’s show, we’ll share some examples of generosity and how that can work with your overall financial plan. On today’s show, we’ll share: What does it mean to be generous? (1:36) An example of a naturally generous person. (3:05) Do some people give away too much money? (3:44)
2023-02-16
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Cash Is … King?
Almost everyone likes the idea of a healthy bank account. But can there be too much of a good thing? We’ll explain some of the common reasons people want cash on hand and why it might be counterproductive to have too much in your checking or savings account. On today’s show, we’ll share: What are some common needs for cash? (0:54) How much cash should I have? (2:17) Why do some people keep so much cash? (2:52) Want to get in touch with Mark? Web: https://si...
2023-02-02
08 min
Saving With Silverman
All About Roth Conversions
The idea of a Roth conversion is intriguing to a lot of people. For some, it can be a great strategy to enact, but others might not know what it is. Today we’ll share what a Roth conversion is, why it’s worth considering and some common mistakes we see people make with them. On today’s show, we’ll share: What is a Roth conversion? (2:17) Why is a conversion helpful for people who make a lot of money? (5:11) What common mistakes do people make with Roth conversions? (6:13) Want to ge...
2023-01-19
11 min
Over the Rainbow
Sharon and Mark tribute Kirstie Alley; Mills Lane; Bob McGrath; George Newall; Mills Lane; Brad William Henke and Juli Reiche
On Over the Rainbow, Mark and Sharon feature: Kirstie Alley of Cheers fame; Mills Lane, Judge and Boxing Referee; Brad William Henke, of Orange is the New Black; two losses in educating youth - Bob McGrath of Sesame Street; and George Newall, creator of Schoolhouse Rock; film maker Julia Reichert; and is this a final farewell to the Bogward Automobile?
2022-12-16
1h 01
Over the Rainbow
Mark and Sharon Tribute Dmitri Vrubel; Raymond Damadain; John King; Teddy Ray; Nora Vincent and Virginia Patten
This week on Over the Rainbow, Mark and Sharon have features, just all about all of them who probably should have been more famous than they were. Or, perhaps, they were just the right amount famous. Dmitri Vrubel, the Russian artist most famous for the mural of Brezhnev kissing Honeker on the Berlin Wall; Raymand Damadian, one of the key developers of MRI technology; John King, from the TV series, Spartacus; Teddy Ray, up and coming comic; Nora Vincent, who posed as a man for 18 months; Virginia Patten, the last surviving adult cast member from "It's a Wonderful Life"
2022-08-29
42 min
Over the Rainbow
Sharon and Mark celebrate the lives of Muriel Engleman, WWII army nurse; Warner Reich, used magic to survive concentration camp; Ivana Trump
Sharon and Mark celebrate the lives of Muriel Engleman, WWII army nurse; Warner Reich, used magic to survive concentration camp; Ivana Trump, the first First Lady?; Claes Oldenburg, sculptor; Charles Johnson, NFL veteran; Rebecca Balding, actress; Nolan Neal, of The Voice and America's Got Talent; Adam Wade; game show host, musician AND polio vaccine researcher!; An An, the oldest ever giant panda; and finally, Loeb Boathouse, the Central Park restaurant closes
2022-08-05
1h 04
Saving With Silverman
What Does Retirement Mean to You?
Everyone has a different vision for what retirement will look and knowing how you’ll spend your time will help you build your retirement plan. Today we’ll look at what retirement commonly means to retirees in Arizona and Mark will also share his thoughts on the rise of inflation. Key topics on this episode: 0:39 – Mark’s thoughts on inflation 2:42 – Want to have nothing but fun 4:23 – Want to do nothing in retirement 6:15 – Want to spend time with family 7:01 – Want to keep working in some capacity 8:26 – Meeti...
2022-07-21
11 min
Over the Rainbow
Over the Rainbow celebrates Mark Shields; Lt. Shawn Williams, firefighter; Tyler Sanders, teen actor; Philip Baker Hall of Seinfeld fame
This week on Over the Rainbow Sharon and Mark celebrate the passing of Mark Shields, political strategist and commentator; Lt. Shawn Williamson, Philadelphia firefighter; Tyler Sanders, teen actor; Tim Sale, comic book artist; Philip Baker Hall, the unforgettable Lt. Bookman of Seinfeld fame, and finally, Internet Explorer comes to an end (sort of)
2022-06-27
43 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Reinventing You: Marc Jay to Mark J. Silverman
Having been a people pleaser, I used to be all things to all people. I wore my intelligence, confidence, and energy as a badge of honor. But ever since I woke up to the fact that I am free to choose how I spend my time and attention, freedom has been at the forefront of what I do and what I’m trying to impart to the world. Part of that freedom is the power to create and recreate ourselves—and, as an act of reinventing myself, I changed my name. In this episode, I discuss how I ch...
2022-03-01
09 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tea and Leadership Series - Listening to Improve Influence
My friend, Helen Appleby and I recorded a series of conversations for LinkedIn last year discussing the challenges our clients face in their Senior Leadership positions. We received so much great feedback that I decided to release them as podcast episodes for you to experience. In life and business, we spend a lot of time trying to get people to see things our way. In today’s show, we explore how listening, really listening, can help improve your impact. "Often the first level argument, isn’t what’s really important to the person speaking.” – Mark J. Silverman
2021-12-31
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tea and Leadership Series - The Power of a Mastermind
My friend, Helen Appleby and I recorded a series of conversations for LinkedIn last year discussing the challenges our clients face in their Senior Leadership positions. We received so much great feedback that I decided to release them as podcast episodes for you to experience. Helen and I met in a mastermind six years ago. In that mastermind, we developed deep, lifelong friendships that are invaluable to us today. But friendship isn’t the only benefit. "I hang with people who think so highly of me that the negative self-talk never gets a foot hold.” – Mark J. Si...
2021-12-24
08 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tea and Leadership Series - The Power of Listening
My friend, Helen Appleby and I recorded a series of conversations for LinkedIn last year discussing the challenges our clients face in their Senior Leadership positions. We received so much great feedback that I decided to release them as podcast episodes for you to experience. Today’s show explores the power of deep listening in all the relationships of your life. "Do you know what is important to your direct reports?” – Mark J. Silverman “Men tend to interrupt twice as much as women, and when they do, three quarters of the time, they interrupt...
2021-12-17
10 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tea and Leadership Series - Limiting Beliefs
My friend, Helen Appleby and I recorded a series of conversations for LinkedIn last year discussing the challenges our clients face in their Senior Leadership positions. We received so much great feedback that I decided to release them as podcast episodes for you to experience. Today’s show explores how our self-limiting impact every aspect of our lives. "Uncovering the beliefs we formed when an event happened helps us right size it for who we are today .” – Mark J. Silverman “Some events from childhood didn’t seem traumatic at the time, still influence my thinking...
2021-12-10
10 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tea and Leadership Series - Work as Play
My friend, Helen Appleby and I recorded a series of conversations for LinkedIn last year discussing the challenges our clients face in their Senior Leadership positions. We received so much great feedback that I decided to release them as podcast episodes for you to experience. Today’s show explores how we take everything, especially work, too seriously. And how the heaviness of our day-to-day costs us productivity, creativity and enjoyment. "It’s ok to play hard when you are on the field. The trick is to let it go when you walk off the field.” – Mark J. Silve...
2021-12-03
08 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tea and Leadership Series - Overcoming Distraction
My friend, Helen Appleby and I recorded a series of conversations for LinkedIn last year discussing the challenges our clients face in their Senior Leadership positions. We received so much great feedback that I decided to release them as podcast episodes for you to experience. Today’s show explores how we help our clients (and ourselves) carve out the time to do the important work that needs our full attention. "Billions of dollars are spent on getting your attention. It takes unnatural acts to get it back..” – Mark J. Silverman When something happens, we react from...
2021-11-26
08 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Yeah, People Suck Sometimes
When you do things publicly, you’re going to have haters. If your alive, you’re going to run into not-so-great people. What do you do with that? And in 2020, we are all running on fumes, not at our best. How do we navigate the knees and elbows of the times? "When I give an asshole a break, I’m free. I have a better day.” – Mark J. Silverman Today on Mastering Midlife: Social media is a magnification of both the good and the bad People are grey… good one minute, rude the next How I got the nic...
2021-11-19
08 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Made Up or Real? We React the Same
Walking home from the gym one morning, I remembered something traumatic from a show we watched the night before. My body stiffened. Grief washed over me. It’s a TV show. I know the actor is on other shows. It’s not real! Then I realized…. My body doesn’t know the difference. "We have a far deeper and more interactive relationship with our thoughts and perceptions about the world… than the actual world.” – Mark J. Silverman In this episode of Mastering Midlife: When something happens, we react from our memory/cond...
2021-10-29
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Fear: What it costs and what to do with it.
My marketing people often use excerpts from the chapter called “fear” in “Only 10s – How to Use Distraction to Get the Right Things Done,” because they are the most relatable and compelling. I reread this chapter for myself when I get stuck. In today’s episode, I read from the chapter and talk about how and what fear costs me… and what to do about it. “I am amazed at how much time and life fear has stolen from me.” – Mark J. Silverman Today on Mastering Midlife: You know you want to speak up, create, and dance…even...
2021-10-22
08 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
They Tried to Make Me Go to PreHab
What a great word used by my friend, coach and accountability partner, Katie Nelson, with her clients. A healthy business, like a healthy body, puts in the work to head off problems in the future. Prehab is the extra work we put in to our lives. "Prehab is forcing yourself to carve out the time to head off playing whack-a-mole with all the fires that break out.” – Mark J. Silverman Prehab is training and developing your people Prehab is creating a culture of accountability Prehab is meditation and contemplation practices Prehab is buildin...
2021-10-15
06 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
The Psycho Roommate In Your Head
Beliefs and thoughts have been plaguing us for 1000s of years. They stop us from doing things we want to do; they distract us from the good in our lives and can make us believe the craziest things. Is there a solution? Yes. But it’s going to take some practice. "The jig is up when you get wise to the tricks of your mind.” – Mark J. Silverman Today on Mastering Midlife: Realize that the mind is “a drunk monkey stung by a scorpion” If you had a friend who talked to you...
2021-10-08
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Mission vs Purpose with Mark Silverman
We all get it confused. We are searching for our reason for being here. I believe it is easier if we understand the difference between understanding “purpose” for being here, and creating our “mission”, while we are here. Contact Mark: MarkJSilverman.com Get FREE Access to the Only 10’s Course Are you struggling with knowing what, when, and how to focus your efforts to get things done? As a long-time sufferer of severe ADD, I understand the struggle - and that’s why I created the Only 10’s system. This system has help me and...
2021-10-01
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Mistakes, Yes. Regrets, Not So Much
We all make mistakes. They can riddle us with regret. But that don’t have to. Join me today as we explore how to shift perspective on our mistakes. "I wouldn’t go back and tell my 18 or 25 year old a thing if it would change anything about my life today.”– Mark J. Silverman I have made health, financial, relationship mistakes, and I have few regrets Mistakes look like mistakes at the time, but eventually, the gold may reveal itself The scars I have make me who I am Dedication and commitment to make anything th...
2021-09-03
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Who I Am Is....
How do we combat imposter syndrome? We check the facts. The question comes up, “Who am I to do X? "Have you turned down something cool because you thought you weren’t qualified?” – Mark J. Silverman Answer the question: “Who I Am Is…” List your accomplishments, your grit, your creativity If you are stretching for something beyond your norm, internal resistance will show up What’s in your world that you want to try…. That may be outside your current expertise? Make sure you have a Posse’ who remind you when you forget Are you a busy, overwhel...
2021-08-27
06 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Just Start, Momentum is Everything
Dr. Neil Fiore in his incredible book, “The Now Habit,” asserts that fear is the cause of most procrastination. He suggests focusing on starting rather than finishing as a goal. Today I discuss how starting leads to momentum and ultimately a product of that effort. It all begins with that first word, step or call. "Once you start, the ideas and creativity come.” – Mark J. Silverman D.D. and the fear of the fog The first 10 Podcast episodes to number three hundred and twenty-eight Starting a writing habit Dickie Bush’s Ship 30 for 30 Public d...
2021-08-20
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Encore: Helen Appleby Interviews Mark for the Mastering Midlife 50th Episdode
Helen is an Executive Coach, based in New York and New Jersey. She is the Author of the forthcoming book, “The Unwritten Rules of Women’s Leadership.” Her clients are high potential women, CEOs and senior leaders around the world and she helps them to design their careers and deliver powerful results. She understands firsthand, “The loneliness of leadership” and she tells the truth to those who often struggle to find anyone that will. She helps leaders with career planning, career purpose, authentic leadership, stakeholder management and cross-cultural issues. Prior to being an executive coach...
2021-08-13
21 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
You Have a Vivid Imagination and a Fantastic Memory
This episode is inspired by Sadhguru’s incredible book, “Inner Engineering.” We spend most of our time, imagining a future that hasn’t happened or ruminating over a past, that we don’t even remember accurately. Most of our stress comes from the catastrophes we make up or reliving a painful event, that happened once, over and over again. "The trick to getting some peace, is to understand, when we are obsessing about the past or future…. Get present.” – Mark J. Silverman Are you a busy, overwhelmed business leader? Through my work as...
2021-07-23
07 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Be. Do. Have
I hear too often, “I will be/feel good when X happens.” We think something outside ourselves is going to change our experience. And it may, for a moment. I think that is ass backwards. In this episode, we discuss a better way. "How do we need to be, in order to do what we need to do, to have what we say we want.” – Mark J. Silverman Are you a busy, overwhelmed business leader? Through my work as an author and executive coach, I’ve discovered the 10 lies w...
2021-07-16
07 min
Saving With Silverman
How to Avoid Emotional Decision-Making with Your Finances
On today’s Saving With Silverman podcast, Mark Silverman CFP® explains why you never want to make emotional decisions about your money. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-35-how-to-avoid-emotional-decision-making-with-your-finances What we discuss on this episode: 1:28 – Types of emotion 3:18 – Mistakes 4:21 – Taking emotions into account 6:25 – Math and emotional needs 8:05 – Introductory phone call
2021-07-15
11 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
The Perfect System To Create...
It is all too easy to find ourselves in a negative situation and wonder how we got here. Bad Relationship Financial Challenge Overweight. Unfortunately, it is all to easy to fall into a victim mindset about this situation. In today’s episode, we will discuss a more empowering and actionable mindset that will actually help you shift the situation. "There is a critical difference between taking blame for something and taking responsibility for it.” – Mark J. Silverman Are you a busy, overwhelmed business leader? Throug...
2021-07-09
09 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
How An Aging Pitcher Can Inspire Your Career with Zack Silverman
In my “Mastering Midlife” keynote, I use Michael Jordan and Barbra Streisand as examples of creative career longevity. Each, in their own way, worked with their changing physical abilities the evolving environment of their industry’s to not only survive, but to reach higher and higher levels of success. My son, Zack Silverman, a baseball expert shared another story of another elite athlete who’s evolution as he aged, had him become more successful as his career progressed. Join us for this brief conversation about getting better with age… "Don’t underestimate the power of rese...
2021-06-18
12 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Working Through Resentment In Real Time
What do you do when you are triggered, and you still need to be professional? In this episode, I talk myself through 2 real time resentments so I can get to a more neutral state. And none of is right. We may be closer or further from the truth… but in this day and age, if we don’t want to cut people out of our lives, we have to learn to listen. "For the best possible outcome, I need to do my own work before I address the issue.” – Mark J. Silverman It’s messy...
2021-06-04
13 min
Saving With Silverman
Diversification - What Is It, and Why Do You Need It?
On today’s Saving With Silverman podcast, Mark Silverman CFP® explains diversification. Most people we talk with don’t even understand what it is or why it’s important. Some people think it’s just a mutual fund or a ton of different mutual funds. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-32-diversification-what-is-it-and-why-do-you-need-it What we discuss on this episode: 0:39 – Defining diversification 1:28 – How much emphasis 3:09 – How Mark defines it 4:18 – Too diversified 5:28 – Making portfolios better
2021-06-03
10 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
The Gold In Every Crisis, Challenge or Misfortune
We have gone through, and are going through a crisis. You may have been directly affected financially or physically. The impact may be devastating or mildly inconvenient. You still are left with making meaning of what has happened (is happening) and navigating next steps. If we want to thrive (find resilience) we must find the seed of good in what is happening. Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of equal or greater benefit.” – Napoleon Hill, Think and Grow Rich "In my life, always, always, always, the seed of gold...
2021-05-28
10 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
There Are More Than Two Sides To Every Story
I have so many people in my life that I love. I respect. I care deeply about. And disagree with on almost everything political or societal. What I’ve learned is there is my reality, their reality, your reality, the guy down the street’s reality… And none of is right. We may be closer or further from the truth… but in this day and age, if we don’t want to cut people out of our lives, we have to learn to listen. "We are told by society to pick a side, there i...
2021-05-21
10 min
Saving With Silverman
The Types of Financial Risk
On today’s Saving With Silverman podcast, Mark Silverman CFP® explains some of the different types of financial risks that people have in their portfolios and how to be on the lookout for it. Read more and get additional financial resources here: What we discuss on this episode: 0:52 – Market risk 2:05 – Interest rate risk 2:58 – Inflation risk 3:57 – Health care risk 5:26 – Longevity risk
2021-05-20
09 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
A Podcast For My Sons
300 Episodes of the Mastering Midlife Podcast and I realized something. Everything I am. Everything I do. How I am in the world… is a direct result of becoming a father. I am thrilled that you may want to listen. And… This episode is a direct conversations for my two sons. My hope, is that if you are a parent, it resonates for you also. Zack and Jake… this one is for you. "We didn’t even know how to put you in the car seat to bring you home, but we figu...
2021-05-14
09 min
Mastering Midlife Podcast
Tina Turner, Tiger Woods, Frank Sinatra and Grit
They are superstars. They are talented beyond measure. They have it all. And they have something in common. They’ve had lows. Really low, lows. And they have/had the grit to come back after all the fame and accolades vanished. And they did so on the world stage. "For me, the lesson learned, if superstars are just real people with grit, where can I dig down to do what I need to do to succeed?” – Mark j. Silverman Tina Turner was a washed-up novelty act with 35 cents to her name And e...
2021-04-30
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Watch Out for These Weaknesses in Your 401k Plan
On today’s Saving With Silverman podcast, Mark Silverman CFP® explains why your 401k is far from perfect as a retirement savings tool. This also applies to your 403b, TSP or 457 plans. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-29-watch-out-for-these-weaknesses-in-your-401k-plan What we discuss on this episode: 1:00 – Administrative costs 2:10 – Mutual funds 3:34 – Limited asset classes 4:25 – Subpar conservative investments
2021-04-15
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Would You Like These Financial Stocking Stuffers?
On today’s Saving With Silverman podcast, Mark shares some of his favorite and not-so-favorite financial stocking stuffers. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-21-would-you-like-these-financial-stocking-stuffers What we discuss on this show: 0:45 – Variable annuity 2:02 – Apple stock 2:43 – High yield bonds 3:30 – Whole life insurance policy 5:08 – S&P 500 Index ETF 5:50 – Indexed annuity 7:40 – Long-term care insurance
2020-12-17
12 min
Saving With Silverman
How To Pick The Right Financial Advisor
On today’s Saving With Silverman podcast, Mark explains how to pick the right financial advisor. Find out why you should invest time in this crucial process. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-20-how-to-pick-the-right-financial-advisor What we discuss on this show: 1:52 – How to find the right advisor 4:37 - Warning signs 5:53 - When an advisor doesn’t fit you anymore 7:29 – Sticking with the wrong advisor for too long 9:12 - What to look for when choosing an advisor
2020-12-03
13 min
Saving With Silverman
The Importance of Tax Planning
Let’s talk about tax planning. The subject seems to get ignored by a lot of advisors. We explain why it’s an important conversation to have. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-15-the-importance-of-tax-planning What we discuss on the show: 2:42 – Roth conversions 3:41 – Social security 5:00 - Required minimum distributions 5:57 – National debt 6:59 – Higher taxes are inevitable 7:52 – Get in touch with Mark
2020-09-17
10 min
Saving With Silverman
What are the Tax Consequences of Different Accounts?
Different accounts have different types of tax consequences. We’ll explain the advantages and disadvantages of the accounts and how you use them. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-14-what-are-the-tax-consequences-of-different-accounts What we discuss on this episode: 0:49 – Tax-deferred accounts 1:53 – Tax-free accounts 2:46 – Taxable accounts 3:42 – CDs 4:21 – Life insurance 5:11 – Meet with Mark
2020-09-03
08 min
Saving With Silverman
Everybody Just Calm Down
Maybe it’s too many months of quarantine, too much cable news or too much social media, but people have a lot of anxiety right now. Mark explains why you should just calm down. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-12-everybody-just-calm-down On today's show: 0:46 – Question 1: Money in the bank? 2:36 – Question 2: Money in the market? 3:51 – Question 3: Pay more for a vacation? 5:50 – Question 4: Buy gold? 6:55 – Question 5: Collect social security?
2020-08-06
11 min
Saving With Silverman
Should You Be Wary of Dave Ramsey's Advice?
Whether you’ve heard his radio show on accident or know his baby steps by heart, you’ve probably heard of Dave Ramsey. But should you heed some of the advice he's giving? Let's take a look at some of the things he promotes. Read more and get additional financial resources here: https://silverman-associates.com/saving-with-silverman-podcast/ep-8-should-you-be-wary-of-dave-ramseys-advice Today's show schedule: 1:46 - Does Mark agree with the debt snowball? 3:57 - Should you just invest in mutual funds? 6:41 - Can you really expect a 12 percent return on your i...
2020-06-04
18 min
Drink The Clorox
Drink The Clorox Episode 1
A new podcast from Mark Silverman, a political show about the dangers of blind obedience
2020-05-18
13 min
Saving With Silverman
Getting to Know Mark Silverman & the Updated Podcast
You’ve heard us on radio for a while but we’re excited to return to the world of podcasting to give you even more ways to listen and learn about financial planning. Today we’ll kick off the very first episode by getting to know more about Mark Silverman – his life, his career, and what he loves about living and working in Tuscon, Arizona. Today's show rundown: 1:32 – Let’s get to know more about the business. What does being a financial advisor mean to Mark? 2:54 – The day-to-day challenges of financial planning never g...
2020-02-27
15 min
Saving With Silverman
Risks And Statistics
Learn the different types of risk that could affect your portfolio, and get a gut reaction from Mark Silverman on some crucial statistics.
2018-03-22
28 min