Just like how a roux is the essential base for many iconic Cajun and Creole dishes, a proper plan is essential for a healthy retirement. Join "Acadiana's Retirement Strategist" John Blanchard as he discusses concepts on how to set yourself up for a financially bulletproof retirement. Questions about your retirement? Reach out to the team at Matthew James Tax & Wealth Management by calling 337-366-8366 or head over to www.MatthewJames.com.
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Rouxde (pronounced Rude) Cooking School is a food history and cooking comedy podcast. Food writer and cook John Houser III talks food history, cooking and interviews Chefs and food professionals about what it's like in the industry. It's funny, irreverent and informative.
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Rouxde Cooking School Podcast
Learn about food and cooking with John Houser III & Rebecca Madariaga
A food history and cooking comedy podcast (pronounced "rude"). John and Jeni present one culinary item per show while giving it's history and trivia. We also do biweekly food news episodes. It's funny, instructional and always rouxde.
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Gerald, Chad, and Grant Simon bring everything you need to know about retirement and income planning in a fast paced format. Each week, the hosts and guests on the show reveal the latest developments in the financial world to keep you informed of changes that may affect you personally, while sharing some common sense strategies that will help you make the most out of your retirement savings. We are focused on helping investors preserve and grow their assets, increase their income, and reduce ...
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The Financial Landscape Post-Election
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John Blanchard discusses various aspects of retirement planning, including the impact of political changes on financial strategies, the importance of understanding hidden fees in retirement accounts, and the challenges associated with pensions. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive plan that addresses market volatility, the 4% withdrawal rule,…
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John and Jeni talk about their latest coooking obsessions before going into what they're cooking, roasting and baking for Thanksgiving and also discuss the methods in which they prepare their turkeys and sides. Alternative turkey roasting methods are discussed as well. Thanks for listening.Av Learn about food and cooking with John Houser III & Rebecca Madariaga
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John and Jeni talk about their latest cooking obsessions before going into what they're cooking, roasting and baking for Thanksgiving and also discuss the methods in which they prepare their turkeys and sides. Alternative turkey roasting methods are discussed as well. Thanks for listening.Av John Houser III
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Planning for Longevity: Strategies for a Century Life
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John Blanchard discusses essential strategies for retirement planning, focusing on longevity, tax efficiency, and understanding financial products like annuities. He emphasizes the importance of organizing assets into buckets for different time horizons, deferring income to optimize tax savings, and adapting to market changes, particularly interest…
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Talking Vegetables with Kevin Canty-Jones!!!
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John has a coversation with friend, magic man and Salesaman/ Owner of Caruso Produce in Canby Oregon. They talk produce quality, shipping across the country, getting fruit from all over the world and the real importance of the farm down the street. Thanks for listening!!!Av Learn about food and cooking with John Houser III & Rebecca Madariaga
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Talking Vegetables with Kevin Canty-Jones!!!
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John has a coversation with friend, magic man and Salesaman/ Owner of Caruso Produce in Canby Oregon. They talk produce quality, shipping across the country, getting fruit from all over the world and the real importance of the farm down the street. Thanks for listening!!!Av John Houser III
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How procrastination can lead to financial and relational issues
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John Blanchard discusses the critical importance of meeting financial deadlines, particularly as the year-end approaches. He emphasizes strategies for maximizing income and minimizing taxes, including the significance of Roth conversions and proactive tax planning. The conversation also delves into the necessity of planning for future healthcare ne…
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A Talk with Chef Joe Robinson!!!
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John talks with Chef Joe Robinson of Zeke's Coffee in Baltimore MD. They talk about learning on the job, doing it all yourself and how to not skateboard when you know you're done. Thanks for listening!!!Av John Houser III
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Navigating Interest Rates in Retirement Planning
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John Blanchard discusses various aspects of retirement planning, including the implications of interest rates on investments, budgeting strategies for retirement, the complexities of Social Security benefits, the concept of loud budgeting for accountability, and the importance of transparency in financial advising. The conversation emphasizes the n…
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Scrapple Fest Talk with Chef Jon Carroll!!!
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John talks with Chef Jon Carroll of Carroll and Son about cooking, music, Scrapple and the food scene in Baltimore. They also are promoting the 1st Scrapple Fest at the Patterson Creative Alliance on November 9th 2024. Jon will be cooking breakfast for dinner for the Scrapple Fest and it's going to be awesome. Thanks for listening!!!!…
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Scrapple Fest Talk with Chef Jon Carroll!!!
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John talks with Chef Jon Carroll of Carroll and Son about cooking, music, Scrapple and the food scene in Baltimore. They also are promoting the 1st Scrapple Fest at the Patterson Creative Alliance on November 9th 2024. Jon will be cooking breakfast for dinner for the Scrapple Fest and it's going to be awesome. Thanks for listening!!!!…
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The Truth Behind America's Retirement Crisis
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John Blanchard discusses various retirement strategies, emphasizing the importance of tax efficiency and the misconceptions surrounding the retirement crisis in America. He highlights the benefits of human financial advisors over robo-advisors and explains advanced tax strategies such as tax loss harvesting and Roth conversions. Like what you hear?…
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Financial nimbleness is key to adapting to market changes
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John Blanchard discusses various retirement strategies, focusing on the importance of understanding Social Security, the role of gold in retirement portfolios, and the impact of interest rates on financial planning. He emphasizes the need for regular reviews of retirement strategies and the complexities involved with different net worth levels. The…
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John Blanchard discusses various aspects of retirement planning, including the importance of tax strategies, the impact of market volatility on retirement portfolios, and the considerations for those looking to retire early. He emphasizes the need for a comprehensive financial plan that accounts for taxes, healthcare, and potential fees associated …
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Investing based on social media hype
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John Blanchard discusses the evolving landscape of financial advice, particularly the impact of social media on how individuals seek information. He emphasizes the importance of working with professionals to navigate the complexities of investment strategies, including the resurgence of bonds, tax diversification, and the risks associated with spec…
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The Hidden Costs of Retirement: Understanding Fees
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John Blanchard discusses various aspects of retirement planning, focusing on the importance of tax strategies, understanding fees, and holistic financial planning. He emphasizes the need for retirees to consider local tax implications, the impact of fees on retirement savings, and the significance of a comprehensive approach to financial planning t…
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Should you consider tax loss harvesting year-round?
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John Blanchard discusses various financial strategies for retirement, including the importance of tax loss harvesting, the impact of interest rate changes, and the necessity of planning for longevity. He emphasizes the need for couples to be on the same page regarding financial decisions and the importance of understanding risk tolerance. Like what…
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Food News: Hot Pizza Talk, Teaching Cooking Classes, Watercress Fever, Meat Price fixing and is Campbell's Soup Changing their Name?!!!!
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John and Evan talk about the food news you need to know. They start off with John talking about the cooking class he taught and what recipe he used. Then they deep dive into hot pizza talk since it's Evan's new obssesion. Then to food news to hit the topics of watercress being the best, Campbell's Soup changing it's name (maybe) and how we're getti…
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Food News: Hot Pizza Talk, Teaching Cooking Classes, Watercress Fever, Meat Price fixing and is Campbell's Soup Changing their Name?!!!!
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John and Evan talk about the food news you need to know. They start off with John talking about the cooking class he taught and what recipe he used. Then they deep dive into hot pizza talk since it's Evan's new obssesion. Then to food news to hit the topics of watercress being the best, Campbell's Soup changing it's name (maybe) and how we're getti…
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Managing Tax Liability in Retirement Planning
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John Blanchard addresses the significance of tax efficiency in retirement planning and the management of tax liabilities. He emphasizes strategies like Roth conversions and cost segregation studies to minimize taxes for high-income individuals. He also examines the possible effects of the forthcoming election on tax brackets and underscores the nec…
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Kiss the Cookbook #5 - Our favorites part 3
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John and Jeni keep it simple and pick one book a piece this time. Here are the books covered: Ham: An Obsession with the Hindquarter by Bruce Weinstein (Author), Mark Scarbrough (Author), Marcus Nilsson (Photographer) Ham: An Obsession with the Hindquarter: Weinstein, Bruce, Scarbrough, Mark, Nilsson, Marcus: 9781584798323: Amazon.com: Books The Pr…
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Teaching Children about Money and Responsible Spending
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John Blanchard addresses the difficulties in prolonging the longevity of an inheritance. He shares the significance of financial prudence and judicious spending. John stresses the imperative of instilling in children the worth of money and the art of managing their inheritance wisely. Furthermore, he highlights the value of contributing to the comm…
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Delaying retirement planning could be costly
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John Blanchard discuses retirement savings, investment options, maximizing income, and minimizing taxes. The conversation also touches on the importance of enjoying retirement and making the most of one's hard-earned money. Overall, the discussion provides valuable insights and advice for individuals approaching retirement. Like what you hear? Get …
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Food News: Home Made Noodles, Balders Gate, McDonalds Archivists and That Paris Olympics Chocolate Muffin!!!!
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John and Evan talk about a bunch of amazing things such as Home Made Noodles, Balders Gate, McDonalds Archivists and That Paris Olympics Chocolate Muffin. Thanks for listening!Av John Houser III
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The Downsides of Relying on Mutual Funds
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John Blanchard addresses the significance of diversifying investment portfolios and the potential drawbacks of depending exclusively on mutual funds. Additionally, he examines various tax strategies and deductions that Olympic athletes can employ to minimize taxes on their bonuses how you can do the same for your retirement portfolio. Get to know a…
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Food News: Its the Vacation Eats Episode!!!
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John and Evan reminisce about the highs and lows of the foods they ate while on vacation (spoiler: John did a little better). From Cheltenham, Cardigan and Dublin to Seattle, Portland and Wheeler, we cover the gamut of good, great and gross meals across thousands of miles. Check out our Facebook group for pics of almost everything we talked about. …
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Navigating Forced Early Retirement
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John Blanchard discusses the challenges of forced early retirement and the importance of having your finances in order. He emphasizes the need for adequate investments to replace income immediately and the benefits of being prepared for unexpected retirement. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of political decisions on retirement…
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Proactive Maintenance for Retirement Portfolios
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John Blanchard highlights the significance of proactive management for retirement portfolios. He recommends routinely evaluating investment risks, adjusting portfolios, and utilizing tax strategies such as Roth account conversions. Additionally, he underscores the importance of categorizing assets into various buckets according to immediate and fut…
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Food News: Mukbang Death, How to Deal with Gross Foods, Earliest Halloween Candy, How to Clean Dirty Sponges and how to Store Your Bread!!!
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John and Jeni talk about Food News: Mukbang Death, How to Deal with Gross Foods, Earliest Halloween Candy, How to Clean Dirty Sponges and how to Store Your Bread. Thanks for listening!Av John Houser III
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Kiss the Cookbook #4 - Our favorites part 2
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John and Jeni talk about more of their favorite cookbooks. Here are the books covered: Mexico: The Cookbook - by Margarita Carrillo Arronte (Author), Fiamma Piacentini (Photographer) https://a.co/d/cUs07J5 Momofuku: A Cookbook - by David Chang (Author), Peter Meehan (Author) https://a.co/d/eYUZqSH My Korea: Traditional Flavors, Modern Recipes -by H…
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A Talk with Mumtaz Mustafa and Laura Klynstra, Authors of the Cookbook Gather and Graze!!!
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John has a fun convo with Mumtaz Mustafa and Laura Klynstra, authors of the wonderful cookbook Gather and Graze. They talk about their travel, cooking and friendship that led to the creation of this easy-to-use cookbook. From the design and photos to the incredible recipes and menus, you won't want to miss this. Thanks for listening!!! You can find…
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Don't think you have to be stuck with a mutual fund
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John Blanchard addresses typical errors associated with 401k plans and methods to avoid them. He stresses the significance of proper 401k fund allocation and underscores the advantages of transferring funds to a traditional IRA. Additionally, the discussion covers the constraints of 401k investment choices and the merits of maintaining a varied inv…
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Food News: The local Hooters is gone, Michelin guide Shenanigans, The McAtlas, and Stuffed Nuggets!!!
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John and Evan talk about the best food news stories of the week. Stories about the Baltimore Hooters leaving for a good reason, the Michelin Guide makes you pay, a guy wrote a huge McDonalds book and theres a nugget company making a thing wwe thought should have been made a while ago. Thanks for listening!!!…
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Building a Holistic Retirement Plan
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John Blanchard talks about the need for a holistic retirement strategy that includes tax efficiency, distribution strategies, asset allocation, risk control, healthcare, and estate planning. John offers an explanation on early retirement issues like health coverage and penalty-free fund access. Plus, he offers thoughts on target date funds, gold's …
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Kiss the Cookbook #3 - Our favorites part 1
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John and Jeni talk about some of their all-time favorite cookbooks including tomes on Jewish cuisine, charcuterie creation and easy ways to figure out ratios for cooking. Listen in to this part 1 for the beginning of what we hope will be an informing series. Thanks for listening.Av John Houser III
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Understanding Inflation and Market Trends
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John Blanchard explores the possible effects of the forthcoming presidential election on retirement strategies and suggests ways to mitigate anxiety while maintaining focus on long-term objectives. He emphasizes the significance of healthcare coverage during retirement and shares tips for managing the expenses. John offers his advice about the cons…
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A Conversation with Jay Reifel, Author of A History of the World in Ten Dinners
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John talks with Jay Reifel, co-author of the incredible book A History of the World in Ten Dinners. John and Jay talk about the book, which is part history book, part cookbook and all entertaining. From Garum and Laser (the plant) to cookbook poetry and historical chef's technical advancements they cover as much as they can. Tune in and find out ab…
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Navigating Early Retirement and Tax Code Changes
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John Blanchard discusses effects of governmental expenditure, strategies for tax planning, and possible alterations in tax legislation. John addresses the hazards linked to retirement, the expenses of healthcare, and the necessity for emergency funds. John discusses this and more on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a sec…
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Food News: Mayo Botulism, Kid's Peanut Allergies, RIP Morgan Spulock, Spicy Fries and a 50 count Nugget Bucket!!!
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John and Evan talk about what they've eaten and what they're cooking before going into this week's food news. Mayo Botulism, Kid's Peanut Allergies, RIP Morgan Spulock, Spicy Fries and a 50 count Nugget Bucket. Thanks for listening!!Av John Houser III
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John and Jeni talk about what they're cooking, where they're eating and get onto the topic of what makes a good cook book and what some of their most-used cookbooks are. Thanks for listening!!!Av John Houser III
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An Argument For Claiming Social Security Early
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...That's not to say it's a particularly good argument, but hear what a recent media personality said about claiming for your benefits as soon as possible, as well as John's response, on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion on your current retirement plan by contacting Matthew James Tax and Wealth Management…
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John explains the macabre history of the Sin Eaters from ye old jolly England. It weird and creepy and we know you love that kind of thing so you're welcome. Thanks for listening!!Av John Houser III
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Is there a correlation between the two? It turns out, yes. Acadiana's Retirement Strategist goes into further detail on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion on your current retirement plan by contacting Matthew James Tax and Wealth Management today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Good, Bad, And Ugly When It Comes to Fees in Retirement
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If you feel like your portfolios haven't been growing in the same way the market has recently, it might be due to excessive fees you're paying, but it's not to say they're all unnecessary. John sits down and tells us what to look out for on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion on your current retirement plan…
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Food News: Sriracha Shortages, Cheese Vending Machines, Stuffed Hot Dogs, Killer Lemonade Update and French Restaurant Ripoffs!!!
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John and Evan bring you all of the food news that fit to eat this week. Thanks for listening!!!Av John Houser III
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What Number Should You Be Focusing On In Retirement?
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Is is the balance in your nest egg? How about market returns, tax rates or something else? John talks about what's truly important when\ it comes to your financial well-being on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion on your current retirement plan by contacting Matthew James Tax and Wealth Management today! S…
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Could IRAs And 401(K)S Become Extinct?
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Some economists are calling for the elimination of IRAs and 401(K)s, a tax-deferred benefit that many contributors currently enjoy with their retirement plan. While this is just a thought right now, it does inspire the question: is there a more tax-savvy way to save for my retirement? John discusses this and more on this episode of The Retirement R…
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Max Lents of The Baltimore Spirits Company
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John has a chat with Max Lents, one of the founders of the incredible Baltimore Spirits Company. They talk about what it was like getting the distillery up and running, how Max found his passion and why there is a barrel of something-that-shall-not-be-named lurking in the aging room. They also talk about their favorite products (gin, rye, brandy, p…
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Is a Roth Conversion the Right Move for You?
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With markets at all time highs and tax rates as low as we may see for the foreseeable future, the benefits of Roth conversion seem apparent, but how should you go about doing it, if at all? John discusses this and more tax saving strategies on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion on your current retirement p…
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The Impact of Working In Retirement
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It may seem contradictory, but people are electing to continue working once they've retired. Are there problems that could arise from this decision? John tells you what you should know on this episode of The Retirement Roux. Like what you hear? Get a second opinion on your current retirement plan by contacting Matthew James Tax and Wealth Managemen…
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