Tag: Retirement Planning

Case Study: Crafting a Financial Independence Plan

Case Study: Crafting a Financial Independence Plan

Transform your assets into the life you’ve always dreamed of!

In this episode of the MedTech Wealth Advisor podcast, host Matt Nelson, CFP® and Jacob LaRue, CFP® go through a real-life example in a case study. They discuss the imperative considerations and how they created a Financial Independence Plan unique to the client. 

The first step is to understand the clients’ values, needs, and what exactly they want out of life. Then they can delve into the specifics of their financial picture and specific challenges, such as stock options. With all the information delivered a plan is developed to reach their short-term and long-term financial independence goals while still prioritizing the values, goals, and desired lifestyle of the client. 

Also discussed is creating a “baseline scenario” to account for potential ups and downs in income and expenses. This creates a solid framework that can adapt even in the face of major life events. Tune in for a comprehensive look at what it takes to plan for your future and create your own personal Financial Freedom Statement!

Key Highlights: 

    • Understanding Core Values: Rather than working from their own ideals and processes, getting to know the client’s personal views and values is the initial guide to the planning process.
  • Financial Freedom Statements: An overall view of a client’s financial outlook in the present and the future, as well as the options that are available to adjust their work-life balance
    • Equity Compensation & Benefits: Don’t miss out on equity compensation not yet vested, understand all your benefits and how to maximize them.
    • Long-Term Planning: Building a comprehensive financial independence plan looks beyond immediate spending to consider lifestyle changes, potential sabbaticals, increased travel, and other long-term goals.
  • Baseline Scenarios: Creating an initial template with expected income and known expenses in the present and future lays a foundation for
  • And more!

 

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Preparing for Financial Independence with a Lifetime Income Plan

Preparing for Financial Independence with a Lifetime Income Plan

Retirement isn’t a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Crafting a personalized income plan empowers you to prepare for financial independence and gain control of your future.

Matt Nelson, CFP® is joined by Head of Financial Planning at Perspective 6 Group, Jacob LaRue, CFP®. The pair discuss the art of crafting an effective income plan that sustains your lifestyle through all of life’s stages. With an emphasis on the critical role of understanding cash flows, taxes, and diverse income sources. They offer insights to help you avoid the unnecessary stress of prolonged working years, so you can enjoy life.

Key Highlights:

  • Financial Independence: Learn to create a comprehensive income plan to support your lifestyle throughout retirement
  • Life Phases: Explore saving and spending strategies tailored to the three stages of life
  • Tax Strategies: Plan for taxes as an expense over your lifetime
  • Practical Planning: Utilize tools budgeting tools to track spending and income, as well as retirement tools to ensure you are on track
  • Investment Insights: Leverage your portfolio to fill income gaps to optimize pension and Social Security benefits to protect long-term stability 
  • Enjoying Life: Financial planning should empower you to enjoy life, including taking sabbaticals or mini retirements
  • And much more!

Tune in to secure valuable insights and practical advice on working towards financial independence and crafting an effective income plan.

 

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Investing for Decades Not Days (Ep. 14)

Investing for Decades Not Days (Ep. 14)

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.

Building Roots: A Passion for Legacy With Matthew Finley, CFP® (Ep. 13)

Building Roots: A Passion for Legacy With Matthew Finley, CFP® (Ep. 13)

Can a background in medicine and microbiology revolutionize financial advising?

Discover the remarkable transformation of Matthew Finley, CFP®, Partner & Senior Financial Advisor at Perspective 6 Group. From an aspiring doctor to a successful financial advisor, this is a fascinating episode of The MedTech Wealth Advisor Podcast. Join our host, Matt Nelson as he dives into Matthew’s unique journey, highlighting how personal values and pivotal life decisions can profoundly shape one’s career in financial management.

Key Highlights:

  • Pivotal Career Shift: Dive into Matthew’s decision to move from aspiring doctor to financial advisor, a choice influenced by his quest for work-life harmony
  • Early Inspirations: Discover how Matthew’s grandfather, an astute investor, ignited his passion for finance
  • Diverse Career Journey: Trace Matthews’s path from microbiology research to thriving in the dynamic world of business finance and eventually finding his calling in financial advising
  • Resilience During Financial Crisis: Learn about Matthew’s strategic approach to financial advising during challenging times, including the 2008 recession and recent economic fluctuations
  • Empathetic Client Relationships: Understand how Matthew’s background enables him to relate to clients seeking honest and compassionate financial advice
  • The Man Behind the Advisor: Peek into Matthew’s personal life, from his achievements in distance running to cherishing moments with his family and the great outdoors
  • Wisdom for Aspiring Advisors: Listen to Matthew’s insights on pursuing a financial career passionately while maintaining a balance with personal life
  • And much more!

 

Looking Ahead: 

Gear up for an inspiring conversation on the Perspective 6 Group investment philosophy in the next episode, where Matthew and Matt will share how diverse life experiences enrich financial decision-making and strategy formation.

 

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Making the Most of MedTech (Ep. 4)

Making the Most of MedTech (Ep. 4)

The MedTech industry is filled with professionals driven by passion and a mission, but are they making the most of their financial opportunities?

Venture beyond the ordinary to a place where MedTech isn’t just a concept, but an experience. Join CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, Matt Nelson, as he discusses the unique financial challenges and opportunities that come with the MedTech industry. From startup risks to equity compensations, Matt’s insights shed light on maximizing benefits and ensuring long-term financial stability for MedTech professionals.

Throughout the discussion, Matt touches upon:

  • How MedTech professionals can balance their passion with profit
  • What a Mega Backdoor Roth is and how to utilize it to reshape your financial future
  • How professionals can navigate the treacherous waters of high risks to reap those high rewards
  • What strategies you can implement to ensure you’re not putting all your eggs in one risky basket
  • And other invaluable insights!

 

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