Regions Wealth Podcast

The pandemic had a significant financial impact on women of all income brackets — 72% of women with investable assets of at least $100,000 said their retirement plans have been impacted. Thankfully, there are options to help you back on track. In this episode, we chat with Area Investment Executive Deena Espinosa about what steps women can take to rebound and recoup their lost wealth.

For many investors, the COVID-19 downturn underscored the importance of staying the course and understanding risk tolerance. In this episode of Regions Wealth Podcast, we’re talking with Chief Market Strategist Brandon Thurber about the many investment lessons learned from the pandemic and how investors are applying those lessons to create a long-term portfolio built for endurance.

The COVID-19 pandemic left even the most financially secure Americans feeling vulnerable. As many scrambled to create estate plans or fortify their emergency savings, the importance of having a solid financial plan in place was underscored. In this episode of Regions Wealth Podcast, Senior Wealth Strategist Julia Weaver joins us to discuss financial lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, how individuals can incorporate those lessons as they plan for the future, and why now is an important time to update your financial plan.  

Inheriting a large amount of land can be a blessing — but it can also present some challenges, particularly for those who lack land management experience. Should you sell the land, or keep it? And if you keep it, how can it be used to generate revenue? In this episode, Trust Real Estate Property Manager and Assistant Vice President Carol Smart joins us to discuss natural resources and real estate management. 

While many dream of retiring at a young age, very few people are able to do so. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average American man will retire at age 65, while the average woman will retire at 63. So how achievable is early retirement? In this episode of Regions Wealth Podcast, Private Wealth Planner Wyeth Greene shares planning tips and considerations for those hoping to retire before the age of 60.  

In the wake of COVID-19, the widespread cancellation of funding events paired with the economic downturn left many nonprofits in a difficult position. A survey conducted by Ernst & Young found that over 70% of nonprofits surveyed have had to cut back on services as a result. In times like these, endowments are more important than ever. In this episode, Chief Investment Officer Alan McKnight joins us to discuss endowments and how they can help support the long term success of your nonprofit. 

The ability to earn a living as a musician or performer is a lifelong dream for many, but for those who've made it, financial planning can be a challenge. From juggling multiple sources of income and royalties to planning for taxes and saving for retirement, those in the music industry have a lot to manage. In this episode, Senior Vice President and Private Wealth Advisor Lisa Harless joins us to discuss financial planning for music industry professionals. 

In recent years, the age of the American farmer has risen to 58 years old. As these farmers approach retirement, some are finding themselves without an heir willing or able to step in and take over the family farm. In this episode, Director of Agricultural Banking Tony Hotchkiss joins us to discuss succession planning and estate planning options for farmers and landowners. 

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, an increasing number of Americans are choosing to remain single. While this can simplify financial planning, it can also introduce a new set of challenges, particularly when it comes to estate planning. In this episode, Private Wealth Planner Wyeth Greene joins us to discuss estate planning tips for people without heirs. 

When it comes to investment fraud, we typically only hear about billion-dollar schemes, like the Madoff investment scandal. However, the reality is that investment fraud is quite common. And while some might assume that only millionaires are at risk, research shows that older, active investors of all income brackets are vulnerable. Area Investment Executive Scott Krogmann joins us to share what investors can do to protect themselves against fraud and the warning signs they should look out for.