The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) is now law, and it’s packed with new deductions, credits, and incentives—but also with phaseouts and timing traps that could wipe away your benefits. In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes®, Jim McGovern walks through the key provisions that impact individuals, retirees, and business owners, and shares practical ways to turn these tax changes into opportunities.

From the expanded SALT deduction and senior tax breaks to powerful business-owner strategies like qualified small business stock exclusions, Jim breaks down what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and how to align your financial decisions with the new rules.

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Your legacy is far more than your net worth—it’s your story, your voice, and the memories you leave behind. 

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Maximizing Outcomes®, Jim McGovern is joined by Charlie Green, founder of Remento, a revolutionary platform that helps families preserve stories, voices, memories, and wisdom—without needing to write a word. 

Featured on Shark Tank and a deal secured with Mark Cuban, Remento is making it easy to create beautiful keepsake books that capture spoken memories, personal histories, and life lessons. You’ll hear: 

🎧 Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or a son or daughter that values family connection, this episode will change how you think about legacy. 

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How Defined Benefit Plans Could Help Business Owners Slash Taxes and Catch Up on Retirement (Ep. 61)

Are you a business owner with high income—but even higher tax bills? Are you feeling behind on retirement savings?

In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes®, Jim McGovern welcomes back Tom Wyatt to unpack one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools for high-income business owners: Defined Benefit Pension Plans.

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Tom shares real-world examples—including one client who’s pension contribution allowed for a $288,000 deduction in a single year while keeping 87% of it for himself.

Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or run a business with employees, this episode will help you rethink how to retire smarter and lower your tax bill in the process.

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Episode 28: Retirement Planning Essentials

Episode 29: Retaining Key Employees with Non-Qualified Retirement Plans

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Selling your business may be the biggest financial decision of your life — and for many owners, private equity can be a smart, strategic way to exit. In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes®, Jim McGovern is joined by Bobby Kingsbury, Managing Partner at MCM Capital Partners, to discuss how private equity firms evaluate businesses, what makes a company attractive to investors, and what owners can do today to prepare for a successful exit. 

Whether you’re actively planning your exit or simply building toward a future sale, this episode offers an inside look at how private equity really works — with actionable tips to increase business value and avoid costly mistakes. 

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Tariffs are making headlines again, and investors are asking: Will they trigger a recession? How will the markets react? What should I do with my portfolio? In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern breaks down the real impact of tariffs on the economy, inflation, and your investments.

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Stock benefits can be a powerful tool for building wealth, but they often come with confusion and hidden risks.

How do stock options, RSUs, and employee purchase plans work? What tax implications should you consider? How can you protect yourself from overconcentration in company stock?

In this episode, Jim McGovern breaks down different types of stock benefits, explaining how they function, their tax implications, and the risks involved. He provides insights on when to exercise options, how to diversify, and strategies for hedging against potential losses.

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Are you ready to safeguard your wealth for generations to come? In volatile times, understanding advanced estate planning has never been more essential.

In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern is joined by Nick Sasso, estate planning attorney at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, to dive into the complexities of estate tax exemptions and strategic planning using trusts. 

With current laws set to change, don’t leave your assets exposed. Nick shares insights on the risks of relying solely on today’s high estate tax exemptions and how sophisticated trusts can provide flexibility and control over your assets.

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About our guest:

Nick Sasso serves as counsel in the firm’s Estate Planning and Wealth Preservation practice group.  He brings a depth of experience with a focus in the areas of estate planning, tax planning, high-net-worth planning, business succession planning, charitable giving, special needs planning, and trust and estate administration. 

Most of Nick’s practice is centered around efficient tax planning strategies for individuals, families and family owned businesses. Specifically, Nick has successfully navigated complex qualified fund planning allocations for clients after the limitation of lifetime stretch IRAs post the 2020 Secure Act through the utilization of charitable planning. He has also successfully assisted numerous family businesses through strategic tax generational lifetime transfers. Nick advises clients in regard to inter vivos and testamentary planning techniques with a special focus on generation skipping transfer tax planning, timed defective trust funding, complex and rolling grantor retained annuity trust plans, and beneficiary deemed owner trust toggle provisions based on a balance of estate, gift and income tax scenarios.

Nick also safeguards the privacy of athletes, business owners, media personalities, and other high profile clients by employing blind trust ownership strategies.

Known for his dedication to pro bono work, Nick received the Ohio Northern Pro Bono Service Recognition Award in 2011. He also received the Volunteer Attorney of the Year for the 18th Judicial District of Arkansas in 2013 and the Legal Aid of Arkansas Pro Bono Service Award in 2017.

Have you ever wondered how savvy real estate investors grow their portfolios without hefty tax bills? Or how you can invest in large commercial properties without the hassle of being a landlord? 

Dive into this episode of Maximizing Outcomes with Jim McGovern as we explore these game-changing strategies!

In this episode, Jim is joined by Ryan Perri from Inland Securities Corporation to unpack two powerful tools: the 1031 exchange and Delaware statutory trusts. Discover how these strategies can transform your real estate investing approach—deferring taxes and diversifying your investments seamlessly.

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Ryan Perri has a strong background in finance and real estate investments. Ryan currently serves as the Senior Vice President at Inland Securities Corporation, where Ryan leads investment distribution and education in the Mid-Atlantic region. With a specialization in alternative investments such as private real estate and REITs, Ryan has also held various roles in institutional relations at Macquarie Group. Prior to their current position, Ryan worked as a Vice President of Sales at Resource Real Estate and as an Investment Advisor Representative at ING Financial Partners. Ryan holds a BSBA in Finance and Economics from Drexel University. 

Most business owners have over 80% of their wealth tied up in their business, yet few are fully prepared to unlock that wealth when it’s time to exit.

In this episode, Jim McGovern dives into the transformative world of exit planning, emphasizing how smart planning today can position an owner to maximize and harvest their business’s value later.

With 75% of business owners aiming to exit in the next decade, understanding the essence of exit planning is critical. It’s not a task to save for the future—it’s a strategic approach you can use now to build, protect, and secure your business’s value on your terms.

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Markets are always moving, and with elections and global uncertainty on the horizon, what can you do to position your portfolio for the future?

In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern speaks with Eric Mueller, Managing Director and strategist at BlackRock, about the current state of the markets and how to strategically adjust portfolios. 

They cover the economic landscape, interest rate cuts, and the strength of corporate earnings, offering actionable advice for investors concerned about the road ahead.

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Eric Mueller is a Managing Director at BlackRock, serving as a senior strategist within their Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions group. With 17 years of experience at BlackRock, he works closely with portfolio managers and research analysts to analyze market trends and identify investment opportunities across various asset classes. His knowledge includes guiding portfolio positioning, understanding economic risks, and helping investors achieve a range of financial objectives through strategic portfolio management.