Altmeyer Financial Podcast

Dave and Jonathan take a look at some habits that so-called upper class retirees have that help develop plans that bring greater returns than many others. These include using Roth conversions, early long term care planning, actively managing withdrawal strategies and more. Later Dave and Jonathan look at taxes and inflation and how they can affect any type of financial planning outlook.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

It's not if, but when, volatility in the stock market will take place, and retirees need to be prepared for it. Dave and Jonathan address the issues surrounding volatility and why having a plan in place is the best way to deal with it.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

Dave opens this week's show with a look at the top financial news of 2025, including Trump's tariffs, the Big Beautiful Bill and more. Later he and Jonathan revisit various financial half-truths and proverbs to be aware of, as well as anwering listener questions from the mailbag.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

In a bit of a Thanksgiving themed show, Dave and Jonathan first compare the traditional Thanksgiving meal to the pieces of a retirement plan, then later address things you can be thankful for in a financial sense. They also talk about the psychological shift from saving money for retirement to spending it and how retirees can make that shift so they can enjoy their post-working years.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

The 2026 Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment, or COLA, was announced at 2.8% earlier this month. Many retirees say this annual increase is not enough to keep up with inflation, and Dave explores some ways to stay ahead of it with your financial plan. He and Jonathan also revisit some of the unknown factors retirees face when they reach their after work years.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

When you have things like stocks, real estate, a business, etc. that has gained value over time, you could get hit with a large tax bill when it comes time to sell or transfer those assets. Dave and Jonathan look at strategies to help defer the tax hit and possibly lower the amount you pay to Uncle Sam.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

People are living longer than previous generations, which can provide challenges for financial planning. Dave and Jonathan take a look at some of the adjustments people can make, with the help of their financial professionals, to make sure their retirement savings can last no matter how long their retirement can be.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

October is Financial Planning Month, and Dave and Jonathan take a look at what financial planning offers, especially through the eyes of retirement planners. Later they discuss how to optimize your 401K, and then preserve its savings to help provide steady retirement income.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

Today Dave introduces Zach Brickner from his office, a new advisor who works a lot with the Roth Integration and other analytic areas of planning for Altmeyer clients. They open with October being Financial Planning Month, then Dave looks at the new retirement reality of longevity risk, and how many people believe they don't have enough saved for retirement, as well as looking for ways and strategies to use to help that savings stretch through a potentially long retirement.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.

There are ways to optimize retirement income, and Dave and Jonathan discuss ways to do it, including Social Security claiming strategies, proper risk exposure for growth in investment savings, and more. They also take a look at how retirees can learn from the mistakes of others who have gone before them.

The Altmeyer Financial Podcast is a podcast version of the weekly radio show featuring financial professional Dave Altmeyer and financial advisor Jonathan Altmeyer of Altmeyer Financial, a retirement planning concern with offices in Spokane, Washington and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They discuss topics dealing with financial planning for retirement, as well as current economic news and answering listener questions.

Investment advisory products and services made available through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Advisor.