The Financial Harmony™ Podcast

Is paying a financial advisor 1% too much? It’s one of the most common questions people ask before hiring an advisor—and one they often revisit after they start paying the fee. In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down: What a 1% AUM fee actually costs over time Why fees increase automatically as portfolios grow Where mistrust in financial advice comes from The differences between AUM, flat...

If trust erodes, your money feels it. Markets depend on it. Institutions rely on it. Your financial future is built on it. In this conversation, Dr. Preston Cherry and George Kinder examine why courage, not algorithms, will determine whether trust holds or collapses. 👉 Take the Retirement Alignment Scorecard: https://concurrentfp.typeform.com/genx-scorecard This episode moves beyond traditional f...

AI isn’t the dystopia. Misvaluing the human elements is. After an AI announcement from Altruist introducing advanced tax planning automation, wealth management stocks like Charles Schwab, Raymond James, and LPL Financial fell sharply. The narrative formed quickly: AI is replacing financial advisors. That interpretation misses something deeper. In this episode of Financial Harmony™ , Dr. Preston Ch...

In this episode of the Financial Harmony™ Podcast , Dr. Preston Cherry explores how many of today’s most debated financial choices are less about tactics and more about managing exposure to the unknown. It’s the tension between reacting and preparing. Bitcoin shifts aren’t just portfolio moves. They reflect how investors respond to economic instability. Mortgage prepayment isn’t only about interes...

Gen X followed the rules. Work hard. Max the plan. Delay gratification. Trust the system. And yet retirement feels fragile, spending feels wrong, and confidence in institutions keeps eroding. This episode isn’t about interest rates. It’s about what happens when a generation does “everything right” and still ends up boxed in. When retirement accounts solved accumulation but killed flexibility. When...

High earners are often told they’ll be in a lower tax bracket in retirement. For executives and business owners, that promise rarely holds up. In this episode of the Financial Harmony™ Podcast , Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down why retirement taxes are often higher—and more complex—than people expect. While income may decline, taxable income often doesn’t, due to RMDs, taxable Social Security, Medic...

🚨$250k+ household income and $500k+ assets...? You’re ready for a personalized plan! Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ Want confidence that your retirement plan ACTUALLY works? Get it inside my Financial Harmony™ membership ($115/month) 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/financial-harmony-membership/ Take the Gen X Retirement Readiness Quiz...📊 https://concur...

🚨$250k+ household income and $500k+ assets...? You’re ready for a personalized plan! Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ Want confidence that your retirement plan ACTUALLY works? Get it inside my Financial Harmony™ membership ($115/month) 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/financial-harmony-membership/ Take the Gen X Retirement Readiness Quiz...📊 https://concur...

🚨 Gen X, older millennials & pre/early retirees, with $250k+ household income and $500k+ assets... Are you ready for a personalized plan? Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ Want confidence that your retirement plan ACTUALLY works - without paying $6K+ a year? Get it inside my Financial Harmony™ membership for just $115/month 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.c...

Ready for a personalized plan? Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ Take the Gen X Retirement Readiness Quiz 🚨 https://concurrentfp.typeform.com/genx-scorecard - Healthcare is the sleeper cost that can quietly delay retirement by 3+ years. In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry (Financial Planning Ph. D., CFP®, Top 10 Investopedia Advisor, Founder of Concurrent W...

Ready for a personalized plan? Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ - Roth conversions can be a tax win - or an expensive mistake. In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry (Financial Planning Ph. D., CFP®, Top 10 Investopedia Advisor, Founder of Concurrent Wealth Management) shows exactly when conversions work, when they don’t, and how to size yours without tripping...

Ready for a personalized plan? Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ - Most retirement plans obsess over how long you’ll live (lifespan) and miss the years you’ll live well (healthspan). In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry (Financial Planning Ph. D., CFP®, Top 10 Investopedia Advisor, Founder of Concurrent Wealth Management) shows Gen X how to plan for the years...

Ready for a personalized plan? Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ -  57% of Gen Xers regret not starting retirement savings earlier - but that’s not the only miss. In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry (Financial Planning Ph. D., CFP®, Top 10 Investopedia Advisor, Founder of Concurrent Wealth Management) breaks down the 5 most common money regrets derailing Gen...

Ready for a personalized plan? Book your FREE retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ - Is “wait until 70” always best? Not for every Gen Xer. In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry (Financial Planning Ph. D., CFP®, Top 10 Investopedia Advisor, Founder of Concurrent Wealth Management) breaks down 3 smart reasons Gen X might want to claim Social Security at 62 - and when it doesn’t...

Want a clear answer on retiring at 50 vs 60 with $1.5M? Book a free retirement readiness call 👉 https://www.concurrentfp.com/ - Is $1.5M enough? In this data-driven case study, Dr. Preston Cherry (Financial Planning Ph. D., Top 10 Investopedia Advisor, Founder of Concurrent Wealth Management) breaks down two real scenarios: retiring at 50 and at 60 - using realistic spending, taxes, and market as...

In this conversation, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down a side of retirement most people overlook: the emotional shift. It’s not just about saving enough—it’s about preparing for a whole new identity and way of living. He shares a framework that helps you rethink retirement with tools like identity checks, relationship mapping, and time design. The goal? A life that feels as good as it looks on paper...

Gen X’s Biggest Money Regrets—And How to Fix Them Dr. Preston Cherry opens up about the top financial regrets Gen X faces—from late retirement saving to piling on debt. The good news? It’s not too late to turn things around. In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Cherry shares how Gen Xers can shift from regret to resilience with simple mindset changes and a values-based wealth plan. Whether it’s s...

Inheriting a Home Shouldn’t Be This Hard… In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down why so many families run into legal trouble when passing down their home—and how a Transfer on Death Deed (TODD) can make things much easier. Takeaways: • Avoid probate delays • Keep control while alive • Name your home’s heir • Protect emotional legacy • Pair with a trust 00:00 Intro 00:58 The Importance of...

In this episode, Dr. Cherry offers thoughtful guidance on navigating the recent rise in Bitcoin’s price. While market excitement is understandable, he reminds us that disciplined investing is not about reacting to headlines—it’s about following a well-crafted financial plan. Takeaways: • Don’t chase hype • Know your crypto types • Core first, crypto later • Plan before you invest • Taxes still app...

In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry explains how to take advantage of the new rules that could save you 20% on qualified income every year and unlock up to $10 million in tax-free gains when you sell or exit your business. From avoiding costly timing mistakes to structuring smart early, Dr. Cherry breaks down what it really means to build a tax-smart runway. Takeaways: • 20% income deduction • $10...

Are Premium Credit Cards Still Worth It? In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down the truth behind those flashy, high-fee credit cards like the Amex Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve. Are the perks really that valuable—or are you just paying for status? From overcrowded lounges to scattered benefits, Dr. Cherry reveals what you really need to know before swiping that premium card. He urge...

Dr. Preston Cherry explains why many Gen Xers are caught off guard when they find out—yes, your Social Security can be taxed. Up to 85% of your benefits could be taxable if your income crosses certain thresholds—thresholds that haven’t kept up with inflation. If you've saved diligently or have extra income from side gigs or investments, you could be looking at a smaller Social Security check...

Should You Claim Social Security at 62? Dr. Preston Cherry challenges the idea that you have to wait until 70 to claim Social Security. For Gen Xers juggling aging parents and kids, claiming at 62 could offer more than just a check—it could bring peace of mind, flexibility, and better use of your money now. The key? Making the choice that fits your life, not someone else's rule of thumb. Take...

In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down why many high-income Gen Xers still feel stuck financially. Even with good paychecks, lifestyle creep and unclear goals can cause stress. Dr. Cherry explains how aligning your money with your values—not just chasing more—can lead to real peace and freedom. It's not about starving your present for your future. It’s about balance. Takeaways: • Lif...

In this episode, Dr. Preston Cherry breaks down how Gen X professionals can use a smart tax strategy called Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) to turn company stock in their 401(k)s into tax-efficient income. He explains how the right moves can help you retire earlier and keep more of your money—and how one wrong step can cost you big. Takeaways: • Company stock matters • NUA lowers taxes • Don&apo...