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#44 | BONUS – David McKnight on The Power Of Zero in 2024
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Bruce Hosler welcomes a special guest for today's episode. We discuss the critical state of the U.S. national debt and its implications for future tax rates with David McKnight, author of "The Power of Zero." McKnight highlights the dramatic increase in national debt from $5 trillion in 1999 to an expected $54 trillion by 2033.Read more
#43 | MOVING TO TAX-FREE™ Bruce’s New Book
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes In this episode of "Protecting and Preserving Wealth," we delve into the significance of moving financial assets to tax-free vehicles, a topic I have extensively explored in my new book, “MOVING TO TAX-FREE™.” Alongside Jason Hosler and host Jon Jag Gay, we discuss the critical nature of planning for a tax-free retirement, emphasizing the importanceRead more
#42 | Refinance Your Retirement
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes We're unpacking a novel concept today: refinancing your retirement. Amidst soaring interest rates similar to those of the early 2000s, we explore why now might be the golden hour to lock in these rates for your retirement plans. First, I break it down, highlighting how current high rates offer a rare chance to secure high-incomeRead more
#41 | Retirement Questions When Selling Your Business
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Today we have a comprehensive discussion with Bruce Hosler and Alex Koury of Hosler Wealth Management about the market outlook for 2024. We're now into a Presidential election year, and Alex addresses the common concern about the impact of presidential elections on market performance. Historically, the market has averaged an 11.6% return during election years,Read more
#40 | Tax Questions When Exit Planning For Your Business
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Today, Bruce and Jason Hosler dive into the complexities of exit planning and tax issues related to selling a business. We kick off discussing the importance of understanding a business's structure when preparing for a sale. The structure, whether it's a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, S-corporation, or C-corporation, significantly impacts tax implications. We note thatRead more
#39 | 2024 Election Year Market Outlook
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Today we have a comprehensive discussion with Bruce Hosler and Alex Koury of Hosler Wealth Management about the market outlook for 2024. We're now into a Presidential election year, and Alex addresses the common concern about the impact of presidential elections on market performance. Historically, the market has averaged an 11.6% return during election years,Read more
#38 | 2024 Interest Rate Outlook
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Today, Bruce and Jason Hosler delve into the financial landscape of 2024, focusing on the pivotal role of interest rates, the ongoing impact of inflation, and the potential influence of the presidential election on the economy. The Federal Reserve had significant influence on the financial events of 2023, particularly through historic rate increases and aRead more
#37 | The US Debt Clock – And What It Can Tell You
Show NotesTranscriptView All Episodes Today, Bruce Hosler and Jon Gay dive into the financial realities of the United States, focusing on the website USDebtClock.org. This website offers real-time data on national finances, including our ever-increasing national debt. As of this podcast, the U.S. national debt is at about $33.7 trillion, a steep increase from $27 trillion just three years ago.Read more
#36 | S&P in 2023 and the ‘Magnificent Seven’
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Today, Bruce and Alex Koury talk about the S&P 500's present situation and potential future growth, emphasizing the role that specific stocks and more general investment strategies play in these turbulent times. Alex begins by outlining the S&P 500's incredible 2023 performance, powered mainly by seven stocks—dubbed the 'Magnificent 7.' These are IT behemoths likeRead more
#35 | The Corporate Transparency Act
Show NotesGuest ProfileTranscriptView All Episodes Bruce and Jason Hosler discuss the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) implications for small business owners. The CTA, a new regulation set by the Treasury Department's lesser-known division, The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), mandates that most small businesses disclose comprehensive information about their beneficial owners. This mandate includes personal and contact details, requiring a newRead more
