Your Financial Empower Hour

During today’s show, we’re going to consider what data and historical trends suggest the impact of the 2024 presidential election will be on your finances.

In this episode Jason welcomes special guest Tyler Ellegard from Gradient Investments to give us a market update and talk about possible strategies.

Tired of market volatility? Tune in as we explore other income streams, tax benefits, and customization options. But also beware of annuities with fees and liquidity issues. Join us for an honest chat to see if an annuity fits your retirement puzzle!

In this episode we talk about the Detroit Lions season, the crazy weather, and most importantly we discuss what's in you financial wardrobe and what needs to be in there!

In this episode we break out the key dates and milestones on your journey to and through retirement.

Buckle up for a ride through the financial twists and turns of 2023! We dissect the year's market meltdowns, inflation surges, and unexpected opportunities. Then, buckle up again as we peer into 2024, forecasting what's ahead for your investments and your wallet. Join us for insights you won't find anywhere else.

In this show we look at the stock marketing ending the year strong and we talk about Christmas!

In this show we talk about why you should have a positive financial outlook and how to do that.

As we enter the holiday season and prepare for the next year, it's important to look at your spending plan and your overall financial and retirement plans. We talk about how to do that and more in this episode.

In this episode we talk about what we can be thankful for regarding the financial situation in 2023, as well as personal things we are thankful for.

The new Medicare and Social Security numbers for 2024 have been announced. We talk about what this means to you and what you need to do to plan for Social Security and Medicare.

In this episode we talk about the importance of looking at where you are at financially. Especially during this time of year. You need a second opinion on your plan.

Jason welcomes Gradient Investments portfolio manager Keith Gangl to talk about where the market is at and where it might be headed.

During this episode, we’ll have a little Halloween-themed fun while discussing common financial mistakes and how to avoid them.

In this episode we look at what you need to be doing before the end of the year to stay on track with your finances, investments and taxes.

In this episode Jason welcomes special guest Corinne Provoast to talk about healthcare planning.

Most Americans have some type of employer sponsored retirement savings plan. In this episode we talk about what you need to know to maximize these plans.

Do you have financial plan for the rest of the year? We talk about why now is the time to look at financial strategies and what you need to do before the end of the year.

In this episode we discuss the key things you need to consider before you retire.

There are so many options out there for financial and retirement planning that it's hard to know what to do. In this episode we talk about the main options to help you better understand them and what may be right for you.

In this episode we talk about some opportunities for financial planning and investing created by the high interest rate environment.

The changing economy can affect your retirement plans. In this episode we talk about how and what you can do to prepare.

It's not always about how much you have, but when you have it. In this episode we talk about planning for when you pay taxes on your retirement savings and investments in order to minimize your tax burden.

What do you do with your 401(k) when you leave or change jobs? In this episode we discuss your options and how to avoid costly rollover mistakes.

Understanding rollovers for your retirement accounts can be critical for a successful retirement. In this episode we talk about what you need to know.