Yes! A recession can be good news for 401(k) investors!  Even if the headlines about the economy or stock market appear grim, it can be one of the most strategic times to sock away money for retirement.  But you need to be invested correctly, and importantly, avoid making "the big mistake."  Listen to my guest Nick Fazio for more 401(k) moves investors should consider during a recession ..read more

You invest your time to serve on a board, because you want to do good. However, could your money be at risk if something goes wrong and you are held liable? Hear from risk management expert Carla Curry about when the unexpected happened, and board members found themselves in a sticky situation. Learn how to protect yourself before agreeing to serve on a board ..read more

She grew up on a tobacco farm and smoked every day of her adult life.  She outlived her life expectancy by 30 years, but didn't run out of money.  This woman got her retirement number right.  Hear from finance expert Wesley Wood on calculating how much you can spend in retirement and remain financially secure, just like his grandmother ..read more

The recession is coming if it’s not already here, and we want you to be prepared.  In this episode, Brian McNeill of Challenger Gray and Christmas and I share tips to get your professional affairs in order, and how a layoff can impact your personal finances.  Turn unpleasant news into real opportunities for your future by listening in ..read more

Financial experts Lisa Niera and Barbara Bilello have tremendous personal experiences to share – not only about money, but about navigating the stereotypes that can exist within the LGBTQ community.  In light of recent proposed legislation, hear the important tips to protect yourself financially from starting a family to making sure your family won't interfere with your estate plan ..read more

Stocks are down, inflation is up, the housing market is still on fire.  And, we've now got The Tech Wreck happening with many tech stocks down significantly since 2022 began.  Where should investors turn now?  Hear insights to help put your portfolio in perspective ..read more

Private equity firms are getting into the business of issuing stock to employees.  Is this a good deal for people?  Lessons learned from 100 years ago present warning signs that anyone receiving stock from their employer - public or private - need to be aware of.  Lisa shares these lessons and her perspectives in this episode ..read more

You've imagined the views, the pace and quiet, the family visiting. But have you imagined the downsides, including insurance of a vacation home? LaTanya Simmons, VP, Private Risk Advisor at Aon Private Risk Management joins Lisa to share some things to keep in mind. Don't giver up on your vacation home dreams, but do dream wisely ..read more

  Matt Adams, CPA, CFP® with Dowling & Yahnke in San Diego, CA joins Charlie Jordan to discuss taxes in retirement. We talk about tips and strategies for reducing taxes at three stages of retirement:  Those retiring within the next year Those who retired with the last year Those who have been fully retired for over a year To download a copy of The Elements of Retirement self-assessment and to subscribe to the Retiring Well Connection, visit us at https://www.brightworth.com/retiringwell ..read more

On today’s episode of The Retiring Well Podcast with Charlie Jordan, we look at the philosophy and framework of our Retiring Well process at CI Brightworth Private Wealth. The three pillars of our Framework are Two Sides of Money, the Five Phases of Retirement and the Ten Elements of Retirement. These areas form the foundation of our counsel, content and resources in helping our clients Retire Well!  ..read more