Power Up Wealth

It seems the new administration is making good on its promise for big changes. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. And today my guest, James Derrick, will share his perspective on how some of the changes will impact investors.

Breaking news with alarming headlines can easily divert us from our long-term ambitions. It has never been more important to anchor yourself to a set of values and goals.

Adopting a 7th-generation mentality benefits generations to come. Welcome, I’m James Derrick, and today, I will be joined by Mikal Aune to discuss the power of a 7th-generation mentality.

Preventing identity theft is essential for your financial security. Today, we’re going to talk about how to protect and prevent identity theft, and we’ll even discuss what to do if the worst should happen. I’m James Derrick, and Shane Thomas will join me today.

Finally, there is a way to add years to your life. I’m James Derrick from Smedley Financial, and today, we will explore how an optimistic outlook can add to your life. We’ll be speaking with our expert and guest, Sharla Jessop.

Ready or not, life’s events happen when we least expect them. I’m James Derrick. Today, we will explore navigating life’s unexpected transitions with our expert and guest, Parker Thompson.

The world around us is ever-changing. How can anyone keep up? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, and today, my friend and colleague, James Derrick, will shed some light on where we should focus.

Do your investment habits match the seven habits of highly effective investors? I’m James Derrick, and today we will explore a list, and it’s not your typical list of what it takes to be a successful investor with our expert and guest, Jordan Hadfield.

Each week brings news of another data breach of our personal information. I’m James Derrick, Chief Investment Strategist at Smedley Financial Services. Shane Thomas will join me today to discuss everything you can do to protect your data and privacy.

We’ve often heard if you watch out for your pennies, the dollars will take care of themselves. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. My guest today, Parker Thompson, will share ideas on how to make those pennies count. 

There has been a lot of uncertainty in the housing market. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today my guest and colleague, Brandi Romero, will tell us whether the housing market is on the nice or naughty list this year. 

Good or bad, money habits have an impact on marital bliss. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Parker Thompson, will share four healthy money habits for couples. 

What is an estate plan, and what are the top five mistakes people make with them? I’m Mikal Aune, and today, we will discuss estate plans with our expert and guest, Nathan Croxford.

Living in the information age means we are often receiving negative information from several sources. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Jordan Hadfield, will explain how this negative information can affect our investment outlook.

Investing during election years can be stressful. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest and colleague James Derrick will shed some light on election years. 

Recession or no recession, the numbers tell the story of how economic factors are impacting American households.  I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Parker Thompson will give us an update on the numbers affecting us now. 

Health Savings Accounts, or HSAs, can have a significant impact on tax savings while you work and in retirement. I’m James Derrick and today I’ll be talking with expert and guest Sharla Jessop about how to get the triple tax benefit of HSAs.

Scams are not new to society, they have been going on for many, many years. There are always bad actors (crooks) trying to separate you from your money. I’m Sharla Jessop, today my guest, Shane Thomas, will explain why knowledge is a powerful defense against bad actors.

When talking about wealth, it is common for us to think of those who have an unimaginable amount of money. But wealth includes more than just money. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest, Mikal Aune, will explain what true wealth is.

Economic reports tell us the economy is doing well. So why do so many of us feel like we are living in a separate world? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, James Derrick will shed some light on the differences between economic reports and the household finances of the average American.

The clock is ticking down, and some tax rates are likely to increase. I’m James Derrick, Chief Investment Strategist at Smedley Financial. Today I’ll be joined by Sharla Jessop. We’ll be talking about some of the tax cuts of recent years that are likely to expire.

It’s an election year, and everyone wants to know how this will impact the market and their nest egg. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, James Derrick, will share a new perspective on the topic.

How should we view a commodity that can be purchased at the local box store along with your vegetables and meat? Yes, I’m talking about gold bars. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Jordan Hadfield, will share his perspectives.

There’s been a shakeup in the real estate market. What could this mean for you? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Parker Thompson, will share some insights on the changes in real estate transactions. 

Passing money to the next generation can be complex. Today, my guest and colleague Mikal Aune will share the challenges and opportunities of addressing wealth with your family.