Posts Tagged ‘inflation’
The Different Types of Financial Risk
Life always has risk, and there are several types of financial risk. Do you know how much risk you have in your portfolio? Understanding the different types of risk may help you understand what kind of risk you are exposed to.
Read MoreGenerational Challenges
Every generation has had a different experience and are currently at a different life stage. In this episode, Eric talks through some of the financial challenges that Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers face. Understanding and acknowledging these different challenges can help you better plan according to where you are in life.
Read MoreFinancial Lessons from Yogi Berra
What kind of financial wisdom can we take from a baseball player’s quotes? Quite a bit! Today’s quotes from Yogi Berra have a bit of humor and a lot of truth when it comes to your financial plan. From navigating annuities to planning for inflation, Eric shares how these quotes can bring a lot of meaning and understanding to our finances.
Read MoreAre You Aware of Hidden Expenses?
What kind of costs are you paying that you might not even realize? Eric identifies some hidden fees to look out for when planning for retirement.
Read MoreDelayed Gratification in Retirement Planning
What financial rewards are worth waiting for? We talk through three sets of options to determine whether delayed or instant gratification is better in retirement.
Read MoreTwo Truths and A Lie
What kind of lies do you need to watch out for when it comes to your finances? Eric shares the truth you need to know in these five financial situations.
Read MoreFinancial Blind Spots
What kind of blind spots should you look out for when it comes to your financial plan? We talk about four key areas that often get overlooked when retirement planning.
Read MoreMailbag: What Should I Do With My IRA?
When should you use your IRA and how can it be best utilized? These three questions from the mailbag all mention their IRA as an option, but what does Eric have to say about all of these situations? Find out!
Read MoreFinancial Lessons Learned from the Farm
Whether you are growing some backyard tomatoes or have 100 acres of farmland, what are some financial lessons to be learned? You don’t need a green thumb to understand these financial principles.
Read MoreCan Financial Planning Be A DIY Job?
Wondering whether or not you really need a financial advisor or if you could just figure it out on your own? Why do people choose to approach financial planning like a DIY project, and why do some of those DIYers later change their mind?
Read MoreWishful Thinking In Retirement Planning
Is your head in the clouds when it comes to retirement? Here are three common phrases people say when it comes to retirement planning. Eric shares whether these mentalities are wishful thinking.
Read MoreIf Retirement Were Like A Game Show
Everyone loves a good game show, whether it’s The Price Is Right, Jeopardy, or Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? It’s fun to play along, but remember, they’re just a game. Today we’ll talk about game shows and how they relate to your retirement planning process. Ready to play?
Read MoreEpisode #17: Financial Blind Spots
When you’re driving, you always check your blind spot before changing lanes. If you don’t, you might find yourself in an accident. Eric covers the blind spots in your financial vehicles.
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