Something More with Chris Boyd

Why Investors Missed Out on 15% – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry open this episode with an update on the opening of a new office location in Hyannis for the AMR Team. They also discuss the recent Federal Budget deal and what it may mean after the November election. Chris and Jeff next review a recent Morningstar article titled “How can investors capture a greater share of their funds total returns in the future” (see link to the article below). The dialogue shifts to an in-depth look at how behavioral and psychological factors can harm investment performance. The conversation also includes an overview of the financial principles of asset allocation, diversification, and rebalancing. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

https://www.morningstar.com/personal-finance/fund-investors-who-kept-it-simple- captured-more-return

10 Ways Retirees Can Be Better Prepared When Inflation Skyrockets – Jeff Perry asks Chris Boyd about a recent news article that Chris was quote in. The GoBankingRates article discusses how retirees can be prepared for inflation with forward thinking and some simple financial strategies (see article at the link below). Topics covered include Designing Your Retirement Portfolio Intentionally & Asset Allocation, Delaying Social Security If You Can, Considering Part-Time Work, Not Chasing Income, Revisiting Your Medicare Plan, Considering Downsizing or Relocating, Cutting Overlooked Expenses, and the question of Should You Drop Your Life Insurance. Chris closes out the podcast with a reminder of the upcoming College Planning webinar scheduled for September 24th (see link below)

https://www.gobankingrates.com/retirement/planning/ways-retirees-can-be-better- prepared-when-inflation-skyrockets/

For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

The Fed, Interest Rates, and the Market – Senior Portfolio Manager Brian Regan joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for a lively discussion about the recent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Chris asks Brian about the normalization of the yield curve and what it may be telling investors. Brian also responds to Jeff’s questions regarding fixed income investing and whether the utility sector remains attractive after recent gains. Chris closes out the podcast with a reminder of the upcoming College Planning webinar scheduled for September 24 th (see link below) For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

Planning Retirement Income – Chris Boyd begins this episode with a reminder of the upcoming webinar on college planning (see link below). Jeff Perry joins Chris to delve into the complicated subject of planning income for your retirement. The discussion starts with a review of how pensions and social security can serve as the base of retirement income. The conversation turns to the different methods of sequencing withdrawals from taxable and non-taxable accounts and the consideration of income taxes. Other topics covered are Roth IRAs, owning the stock in a company you have worked for, using dividends for income, issues with buying an annuity and required minimum distributions. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:

https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

What’s moving the markets now? The stock market has felt a bit like a rollercoaster lately. Join Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry as they discuss the issues impacting the markets. Topics include the seasonality of the stock market, the November election, potential of a government shut down, economic reports of the CPI, PPI, and unemployment, and the upcoming decision by the Federal Reserve on interest rates. Also, Chris and Jeff opine on the recent Presidential debate and share their thoughts about the questions they wish had been asked by the moderators. Chris reminds listeners of the upcoming webinar on college planning (see link below). For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:

https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

Mail Bag (release on 9/12/24) – In this episode, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the Team AMR Mail Bag and discuss questions and issues from clients and listeners. In a fast-paced and sometimes humorous conversation, Chris and Jeff handle questions related to SIPC coverage, Social Security Survivor benefits, how Social Security fits into a comprehensive financial plan, seeking a second opinion on retirement planning, and super-funding a 529 plan. In addition, Jeff and Chris discuss their upcoming College Planning Webinar (see link below). For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

Aging Plans with Annalee Kruger– Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Annalee Kruger of Care Right, Inc., and co-owner of Plan4LifeNow to this episode for an important discussion of when and how a comprehensive Aging Plan should be developed.  Topics covered include “Red Flags” that family members should look for with aging family members, when and how to step in and offer assistance, caregiver burnout, emotional issues and financial considerations. Annalee also offers her commentary on the current status and future outlook of senior care options. For information on Annalee’s book, please click the link below: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Patient-Emotional-Financial-Caregivers- ebook/dp/B09J64RGJW

For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

International Day of Charity (release on 9/05/24) – In recognition of the International Day of Charity, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry discuss different ways individuals with a chartable intent and who are concerned about income taxes may wish to make charitable donations. The duo has an active dialogue about the pros and cons of Donor Advised Funds, Charitable Remainder Trusts, and Charitable Annuities. Chris and Jeff also discuss the benefits of including family members in this process. Jeff highlights why collaborating with a financial advisor regarding charitable giving is an important component of a comprehensive financial plan.

For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

Alphabet Soup- Attorney Keats Boyd joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for a wide-ranging conversation about the impacts of recent items in the legal and political news, including the Corporate Transparency Act, Non-Compete Agreements, the Moore vs United States decision on unrealized gains being taxable, and the new rules on how listing and buyer real estate agents/brokers compensation has changed. Attorney Boyd also discusses his upcoming seminars and how to register (see link below). Chris and Jeff also remind listeners of the upcoming online seminar about college planning on September 24th (see link below). For information on estate planning seminars, click the below link: https://www.boydandboydpc.com/seminars/

For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr

To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

Take a moment, step back, and ask how do I want to be remembered?  

While most of us don’t wish to contemplate our own death, doing the necessary estate and financial planning and having the appropriate family conversations can mean a lot more than simply leaving a financial legacy for your family. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry share experiences and client stories that demonstrate why having your affairs in order is a wonderful gift to leave behind.

The discussion includes wills, trusts,health care proxies, powers of attorney, and other related documents. Chris mentions the George Kinder “3 Questions”. Chris and Jeff also remind listeners of the upcoming online seminar about college planning on September 24th (see link below). To register for our College Planning Webinar, click the link below: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3777108755579750751

For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr