Michael Reynolds, CFP®

Wealth Redefined®

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Practical insights on money with a modern approach to building wealth. Hosted by Michael Reynolds, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Principal of Elevation Financial.

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Michael Reynolds, CFP®

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Business

Podcast website

www.elevationfinancial.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

E182: Personal Financial Security – A Comprehensive Guide to Safeguarding Your Finances 03.05.2023

Getting hacked can wreak havoc with your personal and financial life. Here are some simple and effective ways to strengthen your security and help keep your money protected from cybercriminals.

E181: How to Organize Your Financial Life 26.04.2023

Keeping your financial life organized can go a long way toward reducing stress and saving time. Here are some of the best ways to stay on top of your money.

E180: A Comprehensive Guide to Starting a Side Hustle and Making Money 19.04.2023

Want to earn more money without quitting your day job? This guide to starting a side hustle will show you how to make money on the side and grow your income.

E179: S-Corp Reasonable Salary – Tips for Minimizing IRS Audit Risk 12.04.2023

As an S-Corp owner, determining a reasonable salary is crucial to avoiding IRS audit risk. Learn how to determine a reasonable salary as an owner in your S-Corp.

E178: FDIC Insurance Limits Explained – How Much Coverage Do You Have? 29.03.2023

Understanding FDIC insurance limits is crucial for safeguarding your money. Learn about the coverage you have and how to maximize your protection.

E177: Six Things That Happen When You Switch to Debit Cards 22.03.2023

Switching to using debit cards only can be a great way to “detox” from the destructive spending habits that are sometimes created by credit cards.

E176: Everything You Need To Know About Quarterly Estimated Taxes 15.03.2023

Worried about paying estimated quarterly taxes? Get an understanding of what they are, how to calculate them, and the importance of filing on time in this episode.

E175: A List of Dumb Things I’ve Done With Money 08.03.2023

If you struggle with feelings of shame around money, I hope that seeing my speed bumps along the way will help you feel less alone.

E174: Should I Form an LLC for My Business Activity? 01.03.2023

The Limited Liability Company, or “LLC” is a very common type of business structure, and for good reason. It tends to be convenient and easy to establish and comes with some benefits to the owner. So how do you decide if you should form an LLC?

E173: Demystifying the Different Types of Tax Professionals 22.02.2023

Let’s walk through the different types of tax professionals, their credentials, and what they do so you can be better informed as you seek help with taxes.

E172: The Five Most Common Life Insurance Mistakes 15.02.2023

Even for those Americans who are insured, it’s very common to fall into some of the most common mistakes made with life insurance.

E171: Three Automations to Improve the Flow of Money in Your Life 08.02.2023

There are three primary areas of money that I’ve found to be most effective to automate. If you set up automatic recurring transfers in these key areas, you will be on your way to enjoying much more financial stability and lower stress.

E170: What Does it Mean to "Pay Yourself First?" 01.02.2023

So what does it mean to pay yourself first and more importantly, is it a good idea?

E169: What is an Investment Policy Statement? 25.01.2023

So how necessary is an Investment Policy Statement? While it’s not mission-critical, it does provide a valuable framework that can make larger impacts as time goes on. In serving the purpose of creating guidelines for both you and your financial advisor for investing, I would not underestimate the value it can have.

E168: How to Create a Transfer on Death Deed for Your Home 18.01.2023
E167: My Three Words for 2023 11.01.2023

At the beginning of each year, I choose three words to set the direction for the year. Here are my three words for 2023 and insights to help you use this exercise to find success and fulfillment in your own life.

E166: Basic Estate Documents Everyone Should Have 14.12.2022

A complete estate plan includes a few key documents that work together to make sure your money and property gets passed on the way you want and your medical and financial affairs are taken care of if you can't take care of them yourself.

E165: A Roundup of End of Year Financial Planning Items 07.12.2022

So what are some “money” areas to focus on as we approach the end of the year?

E164: Updates to Contribution Limits and Other Important Numbers for 2023 23.11.2022

This is not an exhaustive list of 2023 changes (see the download for more) but it does highlight the most commonly-used numbers when making retirement account contributions and tax planning.

E163: 6 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score 16.11.2022

Your credit score is a metric that can have a significant impact on your ability to have options. So what are some ways to improve your credit score and keep it high?

E162: Benefits of Creating an Online IRS Account 09.11.2022

If you’re not sure what your current tax situation is, you would like to make online payments, or would like a clearer view of your history with the IRS, consider setting up an online IRS account.

E161: Should I Put My Emergency Fund in I Bonds? 12.10.2022

While they don’t really make sense as an investment (since the interest rate is not designed to outpace inflation), I Bonds can serve as a vehicle for others parts of your financial plan, including your emergency fund.

E160: How to Get Your Resume Noticed While Job Hunting 05.10.2022

Having trouble getting an interview? These are a few things you can do to help increase your chances of getting noticed during the hiring process.

E159: Five Ways to Lower Anxiety in a Stressful Market 28.09.2022

While there is no magic button that makes investing easy, there are a few things we can do to help smooth out the ride (emotionally) and experience less stress.

E158: Can I Contribute to a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA at the Same Time? 21.09.2022

Both the Traditional IRA and the Roth IRA can be great tools for tax-advantaged retirement savings. So can you contribute to both at the same time?

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