Live Life Liberated

QTIPs can do more than just clean your ears. They can provide another option in estate planning and tax strategies. Join Bryan Schick and estate and trust attorney Daniel Stolfa on “Live Life Liberated” as they unravel the intricacies of Qualified Terminable Interest Property (QTIP) trusts. This episode dives into the world of QTIP trusts, a vital estate planning tool, especially for h...

Feeling on edge about your investments during these unpredictable market waves?  Matt Griffith and Sean Clark are breaking down the essentials of investment behavior amidst the whirlwind of market volatility, referencing specific examples from the years we’ve seen wild swings.  They focus on the art of portfolio construction and maintaining discipline even when the market seems all over the...

Are you prepared for the changes on the horizon with estate tax exemptions?  Let’s discover how to plan and preserve your wealth strategically! Join host Bryan Schick as he dives deep into post-election exemption planning with Dan Stolfa, a Senior Wealth Advisor and trust and estates attorney at Centura Wealth Advisory. Together, they unravel the complexities of the current transfer tax system and...

Are you ready to level up your financial strategy and bring your wealth advisory team to the next level? Making the right changes can catapult your success! In this episode, Samantha Lawrence sits down with Kyle Whissel, owner of Whissel Realty, to dive into his dynamic journey of financial growth and expansion. With a rapidly growing business and a shift to more aggressive financial strategies, K...

Are you leaving money on the table? If you’re a high-net-worth family or business owner, hidden tax savings could add up to millions in your real estate or business.  But how do you find them? This week on Live Life Liberated, Derek Myron sits down with tax professional Eric P Wallace to talk about strategies that unlock significant financial opportunities. They cover everything from speedin...

How can high-net-worth families and business owners protect their wealth and maximize tax efficiency in today’s volatile markets? This week on Live Life Liberated, Sean Clark, Partner at Centura Wealth Advisory, and Chris Osmond, Chief Investment Officer, unpack the impactful power of direct indexing. This personalized approach combines tax loss harvesting and tailored portfolios to deliver tax al...

With tax laws on the brink of change, how can high-net-worth families not only protect their wealth but maximize their tax efficiency?  This week on Live Life Liberated, Kyle Malmstrom, Managing Director at Centura Wealth Advisory, and Adam Buchwalter, Partner at Wilson Elser, deliver a powerful, must-hear breakdown of the critical differences between grantor and non-grantor trusts—and how each co...

What does it take for ultra-high-net-worth families to turn their wealth into a lasting legacy? At Centura Wealth Advisory, it all starts with a deep understanding of where our clients are being underserved. Wealth strategists Derek Myron and Sean Clark examine how Centura’s service model is crafted for those with an income of $2 million and assets over $20 million. They discuss their approach to...

What’s the secret to cultivating a workplace where people are empowered, engaged, and driven to succeed? At Centura Wealth Advisory, it all starts with a commitment to core values and a leadership approach rooted in trust and open communication.  Krystal Puryear, Director of People and Culture, and Nicole Hubbs, Talent Acquisition Specialist, share how Centura has built a thriving culture by focus...

Are you fully capitalizing on your business’s financial strategy? If not, you could be missing out on critical growth opportunities and tax savings. Let’s celebrate 100 episodes of Live Life Liberated with a value-packed discussion! This week, host Derek Myron interviews Jonny Borok, a highly experienced fractional CFO, about how these experts help business owners achieve their investment and esta...

Could your business be missing out on thousands in tax savings right now? In this episode of Live Life Liberated, Greg Klipstein and Samantha Lawrence uncover the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction — a powerful yet often overlooked tax benefit designed to help small businesses reduce their tax burden. Despite its potential, many business owners miss out on this opportunity due to inadequate...

Curious about why multifamily real estate stands out as a resilient and potentially lucrative investment? Join Chris Osmond, CFA, CAIA®, CFP®, Chief Investment Officer at Centura Wealth Advisory, as he sits down with Rob Ireland, Managing Director at Continental Realty Assets (CRA). Together, they explore the impact of multifamily real estate, uncovering its multitude of benefits, strategic approa...

Coming from a humble background, Charlie Neer experienced financial turmoil early in his life.  But over the years, he has found success in multiple senior executive positions at various organizations — currently as Chief Revenue Officer (US) at MiQ. Two years ago, Charlie became a client of Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura). In this episode, Centura’s Managing Director Derek Myron interviews Char...

Most business owners, when asked about their timeline for exiting their business, often say it will take five years. When you ask the same question again next year, guess what they say? Five years! Without proper guidance and planning, you may be tempted to kick the can down the road until it’s too late. Listen in as Zoe Singh, CFP®, Wealth Advisor at Centura Wealth Advisory, and Andrea Steinbrenn...

Alternative investments may offer significant opportunities for superior risk-adjusted returns and portfolio diversification. Yet, many investors find their portfolios thin of these investments. In this episode, Centura Wealth Advisory’s Chief Investment Officer, Chris Osmond, CFA, CAIA®, CFP®, talks about the world of alternative investments and their critical role in a high-net-worth portfolio....

Some states (like California, New Jersey, and New York) charge significant capital gains taxes.  However, there are 8 states that have zero capital gains tax! This disparity creates some tax planning opportunities for people living in highly taxed states. Tune in to Derek Myron’s conversation with Adam Buchwalter, Partner at Wilson Elser, about effective tax-saving strategies for high-net-worth in...

Are you ready to dive into the world of proactive and comprehensive wealth management designed to help ultra-high-net-worth individuals achieve exponential results? In this episode, Sean Clark speaks with Derek Myron, founder, CEO, and managing director of Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura), about the innovative Liberated Wealth® process. Discover the five-step journey Centura’s clients embark on,...

Business owners with a lot of surplus cash flow often want to put it away in a qualified plan and defer taxes. The problem is that they might feel restricted by the contribution limits. However, there is a way to set up a qualified plan and potentially contribute millions of dollars. To learn more about this strategy, join Centura Wealth Advisory’s Sean Clark, Wealth Advisor, and Christopher Hyman...

Life insurance is often only viewed as a way to get a death benefit. But if you look beyond its conventional definition, you’ll see how life insurance has several use cases in tax planning, wealth transfer, and as an alternative investment! Join Centura Wealth Advisory’s Sean Clark, Wealth Advisor, and Christopher Hyman, Director of Insurance Solutions, for an enlightening conversation about the r...

In 2017, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) introduced some significant changes to tax laws, both on the income and estate side. Now, as we approach its expiration on December 31st, 2025, it is important to plan for the looming tax changes! Join our senior wealth advisors Matt Griffith, CFP®, and Roby Kotcamp, CFP®, as they unpack the potential tax changes and their implications for high-net-worth i...

The once-generous estate and gift tax exemptions set by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) are due to sunset on December 31, 2025. Is your estate plan ready for the challenge? In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom, Managing Director, and Christopher Hyman, Director of Insurance Solutions, refer to strategies to reduce the estate tax liability that may significantly increase for many high-net-worth familie...

As the financial services industry moved to a fee-based model, many firms started to ‘bundle’ their services. For example, investment management may be bundled with financial planning. But are clients really getting maximum value from bundled services? In this episode, Derek Myron, CFP®, Managing Director, and Sean Clark, Director of Financial Planning,  explore the benefits of unbundling financia...

Are you worried about the impact of the 2024 election on the markets and your investments? Especially when geopolitical tensions, the uncertainty of tax law changes, the ousting of the Speaker of the House, and the threat of a government shutdown are adding to the stress? In this episode, Matt Griffith, CFP®, Senior Wealth Advisor, and Chris Osmond, CFA, CAIA®, CFP®, Chief Investment Officer, spea...

With companies shifting to a hybrid work environment, it has become challenging to maintain a strong corporate culture, attract top talent, and build high-performing teams. In this episode, Derek Myron, CEO, and Jonathan Freeman, COO, share actionable ideas to build a thriving corporate culture. They tap into best practices that have helped Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura) enhance communication,...

As your wealth grows, your financial planning needs become significantly more complex. At Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura), we specialize in serving high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, helping them lighten the burdens of wealth! In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom and Sean Clark, MBA, talk about Centura’s Liberated Wealth® process, including an overview of our sophisticated wealth ma...