Josh and Jay discuss the different ways to pay for an extended healthcare event, or long-term care as it's commonly referred to. Long-term care events can be one of the biggest destroyers of wealth that a family will encounter. How should you plan for an extended health care event? Should you put money in the bank? In a dedicated investment account? Or should you look at insurance products, and if so, what different types are available? All of these questions and more will be discussed in this episode!

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment at gulfcoastfa.com. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at JayStubbs.com.

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Interest rates are rising, and there are certain plans for the Fed to continue to increase the Fed funds rate. For pre-retirees and retirees looking at the purchase of an income annuity to help fund their retirement, or those folks with a pension backed by an insurance company provided annuity, how does rising rates affect the payout of their annuity? In this episode, Josh and Jay discuss how a rising interest rate environment affects income annuities. The hosts also briefly run down the different types of fixed income annuities. For those of you in an annuity, or looking to purchase an annuity, particularly if you're in the retirement "red zone" of 5 years or less until retirement, tune in to learn more!

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment at gulfcoastfa.com. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at JayStubbs.com.

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

In this episode, Josh and Jay discuss a phrase many investors have heard but may not fully understand: risk tolerance. What is risk tolerance? Why does it matter when you're setting up your investment accounts? How do you determine your risk tolerance? Josh and Jay quickly go thru his company Gulf Coast Financial Advisor's risk tolerance questionnaire to give the listeners a feel for the types of questions that determines their risk score. For many investors, it's all about the pillow test – can you sleep well at night after watching your investments change in value?

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment at gulfcoastfa.com. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at JayStubbs.com.

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

In this episode, Josh and Jay welcome Michelle Lee Melton, J.D., the Deputy Director of Real Estate Asset Management for the City of Mobile. Michelle discusses pursuing her law degree from the University of Denver, and her career path since graduating, including her current role at the City of Mobile. Tune in to learn more about Michelle's experience with contract law, civic service, public/private partnerships, and real estate transactions. Michelle explains how her law degree is specialized with an emphasis on environmental and land use law, which ties into her passion for creating green open space for the benefit of the public. Listeners will also get a good chuckle at Michelle and Jay's Auburn vs. Alabama banter. Great job, Michelle!

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment at gulfcoastfa.com. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at JayStubbs.com.

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Laissez les bons temps rouler! Josh and Jay take a break from finance and insurance to welcome everyone a very Happy Mardi Gras! In this episode, they discuss the when and how Mardi Gras originated in Mobile, AL (Surprise! Not New Orleans!). The hosts also describe the parades and balls, and how they relate to the Mardi Gras societies and organizations both in Mobile and over in Baldwin County, especially on the Eastern Shore. If you ever wondered what Mardi Gras was like in our part of the Gulf Coast, take a listen!

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment at gulfcoastfa.com. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at JayStubbs.com.

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

It's a story about friendships and relationships and hopefully will bring a smile to your face. Josh and Jay discuss the journey of starting and building the Every Dollar Counts podcast, including the impact the show has had on Josh's financial planning practice, Gulf Coast Financial Advisors, and the building of his brand. Tune into hear the story of how the podcast originated, plus, Josh and Jay spontaneously invent two news words: Podcastable and Verbalicious!

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment on our website https://gulfcoastfa.com/. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at http://jaystubbs.com/

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Josh and Jay discuss the broad impact that Covid-19 has had on life insurance, such as underwriting, the exam process, health ratings, everyday life and more.

Want To Continue The Conversation?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by calling 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment on our website https://gulfcoastfa.com/. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at http://jaystubbs.com/

////// Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Josh and Jay discuss the different types of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and how they fit into different situations. The guys discuss SEP IRAs, traditional (sometimes called rollover), Simple IRAs and Roth IRAs. Tune in to learn about how the contributions limits of each type of IRA, the size of your business and your individual needs help you determine which IRA is a good fit. Josh and Jay also compare and contrast IRA's with group qualified plans, such as a 401(k) or a 403(b).

Want To Know More About Josh and Jay?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by call 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment on our website at Gulf Coast Financial. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at jaystubbs.com.

//////

Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Josh and Jay dive into Life Insurance Retirement Planning, commonly called LIRP. Living longer, having more years in retirement, potentially rising income taxes and uncertainty in the market are all common reasons that investors look for more tax-efficient and stable income sources in retirement. LIRP is one strategy that can potentially help you not outlive your money in retirement. Tune in to learn more!

Want To Know More About Josh and Jay?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by call 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment on our website at Gulf Coast Financial. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at jaystubbs.com.

//////

Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.

Josh and Jay are joined by very special guest Will Steih, a licensed CPA, Managing Director for the Nashville Market for Prime Capital Investment Advisors and a team mate of Josh's at Gulf Coast Financial Advisors. The guys discuss how to do a personal financial assessment, diving into items like taxes, income, qualified retirement plan contributions, risk management and whether it's time to take chips off the table or not.

Want To Know More About Josh and Jay?

You can reach out to Gulf Coast Financial Advisors to set up a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about your particular needs by call 251-327-2124, emailing [email protected], or setting an appointment on our website at Gulf Coast Financial. Independent and semi-independent agents and advisors can reach Jay Stubbs at jaystubbs.com.

//////

Disclosure:

Advisory services offered through Prime Capital Investment Advisors, LLC ("PCIA") a federally registered investment adviser. PCIA: 6201 College Blvd., 7th Floor, Overland Park, KS 66211. PCIA doing business as Prime Capital Wealth Management ("PCWM") and Qualified Plan Advisors ("QPA"). PCIA and Gulf Coast Financial Advisors are not affiliated.

Gulf Coast Financial Advisors (GCFA) , Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA), Prime Capital Wealth Management (PCWM) and Qualified Plan Advisors (QPA) do not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. The information provided herein is not a complete analysis of every material fact regarding any strategy; it is intended only to provide insight into the opinions of the author. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction.