December 02, 2024

2024 Year End Financial Checklist

15 minutes

In this episode, Jim Martin, financial advisor and founder of Martin Wealth Solutions, shares key financial tips for end-of-year planning. Reflecting on a recent trip to Iceland, Jim highlights the importance of preparation in both travel and financial planning. Key topics include maximizing retirement account contributions, updating emergency funds for inflation, ensuring required minimum distributions (RMDs) are taken, monitoring holiday spending, and setting personal and financial goals for 2025. Tune in for actionable advice to set yourself up for a prosperous new year.

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00:00 Family Trip to Iceland

00:29 The Importance of Planning

00:41 Saving Money on Travel

01:23 In-Flight Conversations

02:42 Introduction to Financial Planning

03:41 Maximizing Your 401k Contributions

04:21 Reviewing Your Emergency Fund

06:39 Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)

07:41 Holiday Spending Tips

09:42 Planning for 2025

13:06 Recap and Final Thoughts

14:41 Podcast Outro and Disclaimers

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