Tag: Investment Strategy
Jacob’s Journey: Building a Foundation on Integrity and Family Values (Ep. 16)

Jacob’s Journey: Building a Foundation on Integrity and Family Values (Ep. 16)

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What drives a financial planner to focus on factors beyond the numbers?

In this week’s dialogue on the MedTech Wealth Advisor Podcast, host Matt Nelson, CFP®, AIF®, ECA welcomes Jacob LaRue, CFP®, a pivotal team member whose personal and professional journey offers a unique perspective on the financial planning landscape. Growing up in a Chicago suburb, Jacob’s early life lessons in integrity, teamwork, and diligence have deeply influenced his financial advisory approach.

Key Highlights:

  • Values at the Core: Reflecting on his family’s entrepreneurial background, Jacob explains how these moral and ethical standards have become the cornerstone of his professional life
  • Educational and Career Evolution: Jacob traces his journey from an aspiring baseball player to a dedicated financial planner, emphasizing the critical courses and extracurriculars at Western Kentucky University that shaped his path
  • Focus on Clients: Jacob details his commitment to ethical, client-oriented advising, shaped by handling diverse client situations and focusing on personalized financial plans
  • Empathetic Advising: He stresses the importance of recognizing clients’ backgrounds and motivations, blending analytical skills with empathy to tailor advice effectively
  • Life Beyond Numbers: Jacob shares personal stories, including how he met his wife in a financial planning class, illustrating how personal and professional lives intertwine
  • Resilience in Practice: Sharing a mantra from his baseball days, Jacob highlights the role of resilience and optimism in overcoming professional challenges

Explore these insights and more to understand the profound impact of personal values and professional integrity in the world of financial planning.

 

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Investing for Decades Not Days (Ep. 14)

Investing for Decades Not Days (Ep. 14)

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Is your portfolio designed for sustained growth without succumbing to market speculation?

Join us for a compelling episode of The MedTech Wealth Advisor Podcast. Host, Matt Nelson, CFP® welcomes back Matthew Finley, CFP®. The pair dive into tailored investment strategies that guide their business. This discussion emphasizes consistent, disciplined investment approaches over speculative, high-risk tactics often highlighted by the financial media. Discover strategies that could enable stable returns to support your financial future.

Key Highlights:

  • Commitment to Long-Term Growth: Leverage the power of compounding returns in robust global economies
  • Priority on Liquid Investments: Why Perspective 6 Group focuses on publicly traded investments that offer predictable, consistent returns
  • Balanced Alternative Investments: The strategic role of alternatives like private equity and real estate in complementing a strong market foundation
  • Weighing Risk and Stability: A look at the risks of speculative assets versus the stability and inflation protection offered by equities
  • Informed Portfolio Adjustments: How strategic tweaks during market shifts can enhance long-term outcomes without derailing financial goals
  • Customized Retirement Strategies: Tailor retirement plans to meet long-term growth and immediate income needs effectively
  • Dispelling Investment Myths: Debunk common myths and highlight the growing importance of technology in investment portfolios

Explore these insights and more to learn about building a resilient investment strategy.

 

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Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Please note that individual situations can vary. Therefore, the information presented here should only be relied upon when coordinated with individual professional advice.

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RSUs Part 3: RSU Mistakes to Avoid (Ep. 12)

RSUs Part 3: RSU Mistakes to Avoid (Ep. 12)

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Could you be avoiding the common mistakes made with RSUs?

The MedTech Wealth Advisor Podcast culminates its RSU series with a compelling finale. Hosted by Matt Nelson, CFP® and guest Jacob LaRue, CFP® (can we even call him a guest anymore?). They continue building on the foundational knowledge from Parts 1 and 2, digging deeper into the strategic management while pointing out specific mistakes to avoid.

Key Highlights:

  • In-Depth RSU Insights: Dive into a detailed exploration of grant and vesting triggers, uncovering common misunderstandings and their costly consequences
  • Strategic Selling Post-Vesting: Learn the art of selling RSUs and how to strategically align sales with personal financial goals and market timing
  • Navigating Tax Complexities: Unravel the intricacies of RSU tax withholding, learning strategies to manage supplemental rates and avoid tax liability surprises
  • Mitigating Early Termination Risks: Understand how employment changes can affect RSU vesting and discover tactics to protect your assets
  • Real-Life Impact: Julie’s story, a cautionary tale of financial loss due to inadequate RSU management, is dissected – offering valuable lessons for all MedTech professionals
  • And much more!

 

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RSUs Part 2: How To Transform RSUs into Wealth (Ep. 10)

RSUs Part 2: How To Transform RSUs into Wealth (Ep. 10)

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Are Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) just a fancy bonus, or a wealth-building tool?

Building on the foundational knowledge from Part 1, this episode of the MedTech Wealth Advisor Podcast digs deeper into the strategic management of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). Join host Matt Nelson and financial planner Jacob LaRue as they further explore the nuances of RSUs, offering advanced strategies for professionals looking to fine-tune their financial strategy.

Key Discussion Points:

  • Balancing RSUs with Overall Financial Goals: Matt and Jacob discuss integrating RSU strategies with broader financial plans, emphasizing diversification and risk management
  • Tax Optimization Techniques: Detailed exploration of how to minimize the tax impact of RSUs, including alignment with other financial events and tax strategies
  • RSUs in Changing Market Conditions: Insights into managing RSUs amidst stock market volatility, including tactics for when to hold or sell
  • Long-term RSU Planning for Career Moves: Strategies for handling RSUs during job transitions, including considerations for public versus private company RSUs
  • And much more!

 

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2024 Market Outlook (Ep. 9)

2024 Market Outlook (Ep. 9)

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What does the 2024 economic forecast mean for your financial future? 

Listen in as host Matt Nelson welcomes Matthew Finley to unravel the complexities of today’s economy. Together they offer valuable insights into the current economic landscape, guiding listeners through equity compensation, market predictions, inflation trends, and pragmatic investment strategies.

  • Navigating the Market Outlook: Why long-term market engagement trumps timing
  • Decoding Inflation: A deep dive into inflation trends and the Federal Reserve’s objectives
  • Market Valuations and Economic Growth: Analyzing S&P 500 valuations and corporate earnings projections
  • Balancing Interest Rates, Geopolitical Risks, and Election Outcomes: The interplay between savings and borrowing in the current economy
  • Crafting Your Investment Strategy: Tailoring short and long-term investment plans. The importance of informed, emotion-free decision-making
  • And much more!

 

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