The Alpha Wealth Hour

The Alpha Wealth Hour

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The Alpha Wealth Hour episodes

  • The big tax challenge facing retirees

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    The IRS has announced the beginning of tax filling season for 2023, but what about your future taxes? Tom talks about the big tax challenge facing retirees. And if you’re uncertain about what 2024 might bring, consider this: a new study shows 37% of retirement savers are overexposed to risk. So where do you stand?

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4481374/4481374_2024-01-18-213014.64kmono.mp3
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    This Week in Wealth
    Balancing protection, growth and smart RMD strategy
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    Sticking the landing in retirement
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    Are you making retirement tax mistakes?
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    Taxes, Social Security, and the ‘Great Wealth Transfer’
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    A new year brings new rules for financial planning
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    36 min
  • What’s the difference between assets and income?

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    This week, Tom explains the difference between assets and income, how to calculate your taxes for retirement, and ways to prepare for the rising cost of healthcare.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4479247/4479247_2024-01-11-213947.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Sticking the landing in retirement
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    Are you making retirement tax mistakes?
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    Taxes, Social Security, and the ‘Great Wealth Transfer’
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    A new year brings new rules for financial planning
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    Preparing your portfolio for 2026
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    36 min
  • How hard is it to retire in the U.S.?

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    This week, Tom asks the question, “How hard is it to retire in America?” He discusses the different ways you can up your retirement game and protect your nest egg.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4477294/4477294_2024-01-09-165034.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Are you making retirement tax mistakes?
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    Taxes, Social Security, and the ‘Great Wealth Transfer’
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    A new year brings new rules for financial planning
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    Preparing your portfolio for 2026
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    Taxes should already be on your radar in 2026
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    36 min
  • Stick to your financial resolutions in 2024

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    Tom looks back on 2023 and ahead to 2024. What’s the best way to stick to your financial resolutions? Get organized. Tom talks about financial organization, important tax and retirement account contribution changes, and how the market performed in 2023 on This Week in Wealth. Happy New Year!

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4474343/4474343_2023-12-28-200543.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Taxes, Social Security, and the ‘Great Wealth Transfer’
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    A new year brings new rules for financial planning
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Preparing your portfolio for 2026
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    Taxes should already be on your radar in 2026
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    End-of-year moves and sneaky tax truths
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    36 min
  • Important factors when claiming Social Security

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    On this week’s show, Tom discusses the important factors to consider when claiming Social Security benefits. Also, how to simplify your financial plan and get organized for retirement.

    Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Alpha Wealth Group!

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4472363/4472363_2023-12-20-193903.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    A new year brings new rules for financial planning
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    Preparing your portfolio for 2026
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Taxes should already be on your radar in 2026
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    End-of-year moves and sneaky tax truths
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    Key retirement decisions to make before 2026
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    37 min
  • Upgrade your plan with the 5 pillars of retirement

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    America’s retirement system has been downgraded to a C+. You deserve a better score than that. On this week’s show, Tom explains how to upgrade your plan with his 5 pillars of retirement.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4470588/4470588_2023-12-14-201728.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Preparing your portfolio for 2026
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    Taxes should already be on your radar in 2026
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    End-of-year moves and sneaky tax truths
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    Key retirement decisions to make before 2026
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    Control what you can in an uncertain market
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    36 min
  • Making sure your retirement plan has longevity

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    On this week’s edition of This Week in Wealth, people are living longer than ever, and that means a longer retirement. Is your plan set up for longevity? Plus, the housing market is forcing some couples into uncomfortable living situations.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4468463/4468463_2023-12-07-210903.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Taxes should already be on your radar in 2026
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    End-of-year moves and sneaky tax truths
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Key retirement decisions to make before 2026
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    Control what you can in an uncertain market
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    Deferred payments and smart taxes
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    37 min
  • 2024 tax brackets and tax-free retirement

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    This week, Tom covers the changes to tax brackets in 2024 and talks about how to get closer to a tax-free retirement. He also takes time to remember Wall Street legend Charlie Munger and what we can learn from some of his famous quotes.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4466198/4466198_2023-11-30-195138.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    End-of-year moves and sneaky tax truths
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Key retirement decisions to make before 2026
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    Control what you can in an uncertain market
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    Deferred payments and smart taxes
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    Simplify the retirement planning process
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    37 min
  • New withdrawal strategy for retirees

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    This week, Tom reviews his estate planning conversation with attorney Frank Salerno and reacts to a new withdrawal strategy for retirees.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4461775/4461775_2023-11-22-022615.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Key retirement decisions to make before 2026
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Control what you can in an uncertain market
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Deferred payments and smart taxes
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    Simplify the retirement planning process
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    Taxes are not just an April 15th agenda
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    37 min
  • Estate planning with attorney Frank Salerno

    WGN Radio’s Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more!

    This week, Tom is joined by a special guest, attorney Frank Salerno, to talk all things estate planning. Tom and Frank share steps you can take to help pass assets to your loved ones, the difference between wills and trusts, and how to avoid the costly probate process.

    If you’d like to get involved with the show, call 630-934-1855. A member of Tom Fortino’s group will get back to you.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4460256/4460256_2023-11-16-213556.64kmono.mp3
    Recent Posts
    This Week in Wealth
    Control what you can in an uncertain market
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    Deferred payments and smart taxes
    .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}
    Simplify the retirement planning process
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    Taxes are not just an April 15th agenda
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    Retirement planning can be spooky!
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    37 min

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