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- Episode 62: Adam Curran and Mike Fitzgerald on Classic Cars at Fenix AutomotiveIn this episode, Adam talks with old roommate and classic car junkie, Mike Fitzgerald. Mike is the owner of Fenix Automotive LLC. This is not your ordinary auto repair shop, Fenix Automotive specializes in classic cars! Together they reminisce on their journey to their now booming businesses! Mike takes us behind the scenes of the business of classic cars and the talent it takes to be working on such precious metals. Tune in to this classic episode and hear about dream cars that could be yours! Key takeaways:
- Remember Adam’s podcast with Vertical Roots? Their start up happened in Mike’s office space!
- How did Mike go from med school student to your go-to auto repair man?
- Buy a classic car! Adam always says, “The best money spent is the money spent on experiences!”
1 hr 54 min - Episode 61: Adam Curran and Discovery Health and Fitness’s Owner Robert VanNewkirkLet’s talk CrossFit! In this episode, Adam sits with Robert VanNewkirk, owner of the oldest surviving gym in Charleston. Hear how this farm boy from Nebraska ended up opening a CrossFit gym in Daniel Island! Discovery Health and Fitness is for real people with real lives. This gym offers many workouts tailored to help you live a healthy, sustainable and enjoyable life! Key takeaways:
- Hear about Robert’s Forever Fit class for those over 60.
- Do things you enjoy! Exercising can consist of healthy habits outside the gym as well.
- You wouldn't guess what commercial Robert starred in!
2 hr 5 min - Episode 60: Adam Curran on Health Insurance for People Under 65You do not have to work until you're 65 to have health insurance! Listen to Adam Curran shine a light on healthcare with these three affordable plans: The Affordable Care Act, Short Term Health Insurance and Cost Sharing Ministries. Adam teaches you the pros and cons of each plan to help create your best-case scenarios. Healthcare should take care of the BIG things. Listen in to hear how our firm can help you pick the best plan. Key takeaways:
- Obamacare: THEY HAVE TO ACCEPT YOU! If you have control in flexible surrounding income- this could be the plan for you.
- Find out which plans do and do not cover pre-existing health conditions and prescription drugs- this could save you money!
- Adam shares his personal favorite health insurance and why it works for him and possibly you!
34 min - Episode 59: Adam Curran and Kathleen Peddicord on Living and Investing OverseasItaly, Spain, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Panama, France, oh my! Retiring out of the country is not out of the realm of possibility for most people these days. In fact, and you may be surprised to hear this, but you can live the expatriate life for under $3,000 a month in many countries. Founding Publisher of Live and Invest Overseas, Kathleen Peddicord, is here to teach people how they can make their dream retirement their reality. Visit Kathleen's website Key takeaways:
- Start dreaming today! Adam and Kathleen talk about visualizing your ideal lifestyle, and how that affects where you may choose to go.
- Do your research: Learn how to calculate and compare countries, locations, and lifestyles.
- Plus, Kathleen shares her top 3 places in the world to be!
1 hr 19 min - Episode 58: Adam Curran on The SWAN ModelAdam dives into the SWAN Model and the investment strategies behind it. There's no "one size fits all" investment strategy. And retirees need a strategy specifically targeted at protecting their wealth—no matter what's going on in the market. Listen in to hear how we address these needs (and protect assets) as a firm. Key Takeaways:
- Adam explains the difference between "active" and "passive" investment strategies.
- We discuss the S&P 500 and how the SWAN Model works as the market gyrates.
- Finally, we revisit Dave Ramsey, Warren Buffett, and long-term investing.
19 min - Episode 57: Adam Curran and Harry Griffin, Charleston City Council MemberAdam talks with Charleston City Council Member, Harry Griffin, on all things civil liberties. Censorship and the media. Perception, propaganda, and actual reality. No stone is left unturned as they tackle the issues of race, partisanship, and reputation. Plus, they get down to brass tacks the important issues we SHOULD be championing, supporting, and talking about instead. Visit Harry Griffin online: https://www.harryjgriffin.com/ Key Takeaways:
- Adam and Harry address economic development, community, and building solitary throughout the city.
- They discuss the real issues behind the current discussions of slavery and race in this country.
- They wrap up the episode with their thoughts on "cancel culture" and how we need to remember how to embrace differences, especially when it comes to political thought.
1 hr 1 min - Episode 56: Adam Curran and Dave "DJ" DeJesus of Coastal Sports CardsAdam talks with Dave DeJesus, better known at Myrtle Beach's Coastal Sports Cards as "DJ," on the wild world of sports trading cards. Collectables isn't typically the type of investing we cover on this podcast, but in this episode, Adam and DJ dive in deep. Listen in to hear about pivotal moments in sports history and cards traded. Plus, Adam and DJ discuss what you could buy with your disposable income that can add to your legacy. Check out DJ's store at: https://coastalsportscards.com/ Key Takeaways:
- DJ brings us back to his childhood and when his dad got him into trading cards.
- DJ and Adam discuss just how much value there is to be found in the world of sports cards and memorabilia.
- Get the inside scoop on this alternative asset class!
1 hr 5 min - Episode 55: Adam Curran and Dr. Mark Pyles, College of Charleston, on Educating Financial ProfessionalsAdam goes back to school with College of Charleston Professor of Finance, Dr. Mark Pyles. From financial education, to career paths, to the future of investing, Adam and Mark cover it all. Listen in to hear about how careers in finance and investment strategies alike are changing. Plus, Adam and Mark discuss their thoughts on the recent interest in Gamestop and Robinhood. Get in touch with Dr. Mark Pyles: [email protected] Key takeaways:
- Mark takes us back to class and reminds us that finance, like anything else in life, is something we have to keep studying if we want to get it right.
- Mark and Adam discuss how retail investing (think Robinhood) and cryptocurrency (think Bitcoin) are changing the market.
- Get the inside scoop on what Mark and Adam look for when choosing investments!
57 min - Episode 54: Adam Curran and Brian Cleary on All Things RadioAdam talks with longtime Charleston DJ, Brian Cleary on all things radio. From spinning 45s in 1979 to the present day music radio biz (today with Charleston Radio Group, 92.5 Kickin' Country), Brian brings us a sneak peek behind the scenes. Listen in to hear about pivotal moments in history experienced on air. Plus, Adam and Brian discuss country music celebrities from Garth Brooks to Taylor Swift to Dwight Yokum, and what they're really like—you know—in real life. Listen to Brian today: https://925kickincountry.com/brian-cleary-bio/ Key Takeaways:
- Brian brings us back in time. Disc jockeys were the "original social network," providing everything from song dedications to school closings. They were the ones in the know, the hub of communication for each town.
- Brian and Adam discuss how music radio differs from talk radio, and how that affects their approaches to their respective arts.
- Get the inside scoop on some of your favorite music celebs!
1 hr 1 min - Episode 53: Adam Curran with Andrea Leary on Buying the Best Golf CartAdam talks with Andrea Leary, owner of Rad Rydz golf cart shop in Mount Pleasant. They discuss everything you need to know about choosing the perfect golf cart for you: Club Car vs. EZGO; gas vs. electric battery; the "need for speed" and how to increase your golf cart's power; and more! Plus, listen in as Adam picks Andrea's brain on street legality and the current shortage of golf carts in the market. Key takeaways:
- Andrea walks Adam through what you should consider when choosing a golf cart.
- Learn the "rules of the road" and all about golf cart street legality.
- And listen in as Andrea explains how COVID has actually contributed to a golf cart shortage!
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About Retire Y'all Charleston
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Retire Y'all Charleston is hosted by Adam Curran, founder and CFP® of Curran Financial Partners. Adam asks the important questions and shoots straight with his advice on all things business,…
economics, retirement, and financial planning. Each week he shares his knowledge and expertise as a financial advisor and interviews South Carolina business men and women in Charleston and Myrtle Beach on the issues that matter most to Lowcountry and Grand Strand retirees.
Visit https://curranfinancialpartners.com/ for more information!
We are an independent financial services firm helping individuals create retirement strategies using a variety of investment and insurance products to custom suit their needs and objectives.Investment advisory services offered through Curran Financial Partners, an SEC-registered firm.Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. None of the information contained on this website shall constitute an offer to sell or solicit any offer to buy a security or any insurance product.*Any references to protection benefits or steady and reliable income streams on this website refer only to fixed insurance products. They do not refer, in any way, to securities or investment advisory products. Annuity guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company. Annuities are insurance products that may be subject to fees, surrender charges and holding periods which vary by insurance company. Annuities are not FDIC insured.The information and opinions contained in any of the material requested from this website are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. They are given for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to buy or sell any of the products mentioned. The information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual's situation.
Visit https://curranfinancialpartners.com/ for more information!
We are an independent financial services firm helping individuals create retirement strategies using a variety of investment and insurance products to custom suit their needs and objectives.Investment advisory services offered through Curran Financial Partners, an SEC-registered firm.Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. None of the information contained on this website shall constitute an offer to sell or solicit any offer to buy a security or any insurance product.*Any references to protection benefits or steady and reliable income streams on this website refer only to fixed insurance products. They do not refer, in any way, to securities or investment advisory products. Annuity guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company. Annuities are insurance products that may be subject to fees, surrender charges and holding periods which vary by insurance company. Annuities are not FDIC insured.The information and opinions contained in any of the material requested from this website are provided by third parties and have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. They are given for informational purposes only and are not a solicitation to buy or sell any of the products mentioned. The information is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual's situation.