Is 2024 a good time to purchase a new home? On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by realtor, Tom Townsend from Townsend Realty Group. They talk about what's going on in the housing market, what to know about buying a house in 2024, interest rates, upcoming changes to realtor commissions, and investing in a second home.

Podcasts Referenced:
- Ep 198: Real Estate Market Trends: What to Watch for in 2024

YouTube Videos Referenced:
- Will mortgage rates drop in 2024?
- Should I pay off my mortgage? Why or why not?

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- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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When should I claim Social Security if I don't need it? On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith and Missie Beach, CFP®, CDFA® talk about the best age to claim Social Security, different strategies for claiming it, and the optimal time to take it if you don't necessarily need it.

Related Podcast Episodes:
- Ep 109: Common Social Security Questions Answered

Related YouTube Videos:
- How will retiring early impact my Social Security benefit?
- Common Mistakes to Avoid with Social Security Spousal Benefits

Related Blogs:
- Social Security Benefits for Divorcees after 10 Years of Marriage

Other Links:
- Solving Social Security Calculator

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- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith, Missie Beach, CFP®, CDFA®, and Michaela Dowdy discuss how to prioritize financial goals. They encourage people to set SMART goals, explain leading and lagging indicators, and how to focus on daily priorities.

Related Podcast Episodes:
- Ep 200: Setting and Achieving Financial Goals in the New Year
- Ep 185: Opportunity Funds - Where Dreams Become Reality

Related YouTube Videos:
- What is flat fee financial planning? 

Other Links:
- 4 Disciplines of Execution by Sean Covey

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- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™ Podcast, Casey Smith is joined by Robert Swarthout, Founder, CEO, and Portfolio Manager of Teton Crypto Capital. They talk about whether Bitcoin is more than digital gold, give an update on the SEC vs Ripple case, explain Bitcoin halving, and mention that the IRS issued a draft for the new 1099-DA. 

Related Podcast Episodes:
- Ep 216: What are alternative investments? Should you be invested in them?
- Ep 211: Crypto and Technology Update: ChatGPT, Gemini, FTX, Ethereum, Bitcoin ETFs, and More

Other Links:
- Teton Crypto Capital 

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- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by Missie Beach, CFP®, CDFA®, to discuss wealth preservation plans and various asset protection strategies. Wealth preservation is more than just preparing for retirement; it involves a strategic approach to safeguarding your assets for future generations while maintaining a comfortable lifestyle today.

Related Podcast Episodes:
- Ep 145: Dying without Estate Planning: Do you hate your family?
- Ep 175: Passing Down Generational Wealth

Related YouTube Videos:
- Prevent Family Conflict with Legacy Planning
- Using an Online Estate Planning Service vs Using a Local Attorney
- Meaningful Ways to Leave a Financial Legacy for Your Heirs

Related Blog:
- Legacy Planning vs Estate Planning: Understanding the Difference

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- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by guests, Justin and Jennifer Place. Justin and Jennifer are both Pilots at a major airline. They discuss what it was like starting at regional airlines and how to make it to the majors, different career paths for pilots, variable income budgeting tips, emergency funds, airline 401k plans, and planning for retirement.

Podcast Episodes Mentioned:
- Ep 194: Delta, American & United: Who's Got the Best Pilot Retirement Offering?
- Ep 173: Making the Most of Your Airline 401k

YouTube Videos Mentioned:
- Pilots, stop spending millions in 401k management fees!
- Delta Pilot's Guaranteed Variable Universal Life (GVUL) - What Action You Need to Take

Other Links:
- Click here to download your airline's 401k allocation for free.

Learn More:
- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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Have you thought about moving to a new state when you retire? On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by Michaela Dowdy to talk about the 5 best and worst states to retire to. The states on the list might surprise you!

Podcast Episodes Referenced:
- Ep 184: What It’s Like Traveling Full-Time in Retirement with the Retirement Travelers
- Ep 77: Tips for Moving to Lower Tax States
- Ep 192: Estate Planning for Those that Travel Frequently or Live in Multiple States

YouTube Videos Referenced:
- Where should I pull income in the first years of retirement?
- What kind of taxes should you expect to pay during retirement?

Other Links:
- Bub's Run: Click here to learn more or to register for the race.

Learn More:
- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by Andrew Pratt and Robert Swarthout. Andrew is the Investment Manager at Wiser and Robert is the Founder, CEO, and Portfolio Manager of Teton Crypto Capital. They talk about Andrew’s new CBDA designation, crypto volatility, Bitcoin ETF holdings, and alternative investments.

Podcast Episodes Referenced:
- Ep 206: Bitcoin ETF Launch Update, SEC's X Account Hacked, & Greyscale's Outflow
- Ep 208: How Direct Indexing Benefits High-Net-Worth Individuals
- Ep 195: Is the 60/40 portfolio really dead?

Other Links:
- Connect with Robert Swarthout: [email protected], https://www.tetoncryptocapital.com/

Learn More:
- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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Happy Financial Literacy Month! On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by Missie Beach, CFP®, CDFA®, and Michaela Dowdy to talk about why it's important to be financially literate. At its core, financial literacy empowers and equips individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed financial decisions. How financially literate are you?

Podcast Episodes to Reference:
- Ep 124: Financial Literacy is Vital for... EVERYONE!

YouTube Videos to Reference:
- Georgia Will Now Mandate Personal Finance Education in Schools

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- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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On this episode of A Wiser Retirement™, Casey Smith is joined by Randy Hargett and Kyle Conroy. Randy is a Long Term Care Specialist at Capstone LTC Advisors and Kyle is a Managing Partner at Disability Insurance Services. They discuss what disability insurance is and how to determine if you need it.

Podcast Episodes Referenced:
- Ep 212: Medical Costs During Retirement and Preparing for the Unexpected
- Ep 179: Long-Term Care Insurance: To Buy or Not to Buy?
- Ep 126: How can insurance protect your wealth?

YouTube Videos Referenced:
- The Medicare Sign-Up Process Explained

Other Links:
- Randy Hargett - Capstone LTC Advisors, [email protected]
- Kyle Conroy - DI Services, [email protected]

Learn More:
- About Wiser Wealth Management
- Schedule a Complimentary Consultation: Discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom.
- Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, post-divorce financial planning, and more!

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