Horizon Advisers Unleashed Podcast

Ryan and Alex discuss what Life Insurance Awareness Month is and the importance of life insurance. Many people have a hard time knowing how much insurance to have and what type. We think having the proper amount of life insurance for your situation is the most important thing. Most people buy life insurance to protect their family in case something happens. It is important to put some thought into these decisions. 

Ryan, Alex and Andrew have a conversation about the year ending. It was a great summer, but now we are entering the last three months of the year. This is a good time to pause and look at your goals for the year. Have you accomplished the things you set forth to do in January? Are you on track for your savings goals?  You have 3 more months to make an impact and get things done!

Ryan and Andrew talk about being on the same page. Whether it is with your spouse, significant other, business partner, or kids. It is important to have open communication about money and to be on the same page. If not, one may feel betrayed, restricted, or unhappy. Everyone has different personality types and ideologies. Having open discussions about goals and money can bring people closer together and work towards agreed upon goals.

Ryan and Andrew discuss the topic of liquidity. What is the importance of having a cash position? What is the right amount of cash to have? Cash can give people a sense of comfort or discomfort, depending on your situation. We go into a deep dive about setting a purpose behind this asset and how to manage proper levels.

Ryan, Alex, and Andrew discuss what you should think about if you have recently been laid off. It is a very emotional time and lots of decisions must be made in a small window of time. It is common to panic, but it is important to slow down and make the right decisions. Listen in to get a list of things you may need to consider.

Ryan and Alex discuss the Inflation Reduction Act, a new spending bill that has recently passed. Their conversation involves the $80 billion that is earmarked for the IRS and what that means to you.

Ryan and Andrew will be discussing pensions. When you are about to retire and have a pension, you must make a big decision. Are you going to take the income stream? Will you elect a survivorship benefit for a loved one? Do you have a lump sum option? These are tough questions that require planning to make a confident decision. Rising interest rates can have a negative effect on your lump sum option. Inflation can also hurt the purchasing power of your pension if it is a flat payment. Listen in to learn how to make the best decision for your future. 

Ryan and Andrew discuss an extremely exciting time in life…starting a family! As these times are exciting there are also many changes that will take place. There will be all new financial obligations. Listen in to get a checklist of things to consider and ways you can plan. Whether you are a new parent or grandparent this podcast goes over many good topics and things to take under consideration.

Ryan and Andrew discuss the importance of a financial plan. Many studies out there show less than 30% of Americans have a financial plan. The people that do have a plan can see the effects of a bear market and see how things will look in the future for them. During these tough times we can stress test a plan and look at the success of it during turbulent times.

 Andrew and Ryan discuss how different types of inheritances can be complicated when leaving assets to children.