Your Life Your Wealth Podcast

John Walker and Jason O'Meara discuss why disability insurance is a critical safety net for your financial plan.

John Walker and Jason O'Meara discuss how inflation can impact the purchasing power of your retirement savings.

Having debt such as a mortgage with a low interest rate can make good financial sense. Other debt such as high interest credit card debt can help sink you financially.  John and Jason discuss how proper debt management can be an important part of your overall financial plan. Listening Time: 33 minutes 

If your goal is to not be the richest person in the cemetery you may need to shift your mindset away from the years where saving money was your first priority. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss the importance of recognizing the emotional a...

John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors, help you steer clear of costly wealth management mistakes. Listening Time: 32 minutes Mercer-Cordasco Disclosure Information Visit Our Website Join Our Email List Additional Mercer Advisors Disclosure Cordasco Financial Network is a t...

An increasing percentage of people who have reached millionaire status still don't feel financially secure. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss why some people have financial insecurity at that level and what you may do to help build your fi...

Inheriting wealth from a loved one can expose the recipient to a variety of emotions. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss how handling inherited wealth can impact the behavior and judgment of those who receive the inheritance, and talk about...

Surprisingly, inheriting money from a family member can be a double-edged sword. It could be a great opportunity or a cause of anguish. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss some of the unforeseen effects, both positive and negative, of inheri...

As you move toward retirement, several ages offer specific opportunities for your benefit. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss often overlooked planning moves you may consider when turning age 59 1⁄2. Listening Time: 23 minutes Mercer-Cordas...

Making mutually beneficial charitable donations can be an important component of your financial and tax planning. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They welcome Drew Ellis, Director, Institutional Partnerships at Mercer Advisors, to discuss his work wi...

Good timing matters. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss ways to help you understand the signs and recognize when it may be time for you to enter retirement. Listening Time: 21 minutes Mercer-Cordasco Disclosure Information Visit Our Website...

Before making financial decisions that may impact your retired years, there is much to consider. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss ten retirement related points to ponder before you leave the workforce. Listening Time: 26 minutes Mercer-Co...

The year's end is a good time to consider some financial and tax related moves to potentially maximize tax saving opportunities available to you. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss strategic tax planning for retirement, charitable giving an...

The amount of risk taken within your investment plan may be driven by your comfort zone. However, is your comfortable level of risk different than the amount of risk you need to take to maintain your desired lifestyle throughout your retired years? Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and...

Proper tax planning can be an important part of determining the real value of your IRA accounts. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss traditional and Roth IRAs and how each may fit into your overall retirement plan. Listening Time: 19 minutes...

Newly enacted regulations may have an impact on the how your charitable tax deductions will be treated by the IRS. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors along, with Mercer Advisors colleague Bryan Strike, MS, MTx, CFA, CFP®, CPA, PFS, CIPM, RICP®, CPWA®, CA...

If you are facing a divorce, you likely need a team of professionals to protect your interests. In addition to your divorce attorney, you may consider involving your financial planner for a clear understanding of the important financial considerations for your future. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara,...

If you plan to gift cash or securities to a family member, friend, or charity there may be benefits to share. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss the value of having a tax strategy when giving or receiving financial gifts. Listening Time: 23...

It's not uncommon for some folks to look back on their personal financial history and have some remorse. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss a recently released Bankrate survey identifying some of the drivers of financial regrets, how they'v...

Market volatility may be keeping you on the sidelines, but when is the right time to get back in the markets? Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss FOGI, the emotion that keeps some individuals from investing the markets, which may be driven b...

Are you a do-it-yourself investor? Perhaps it's time to consider an alternative. A new study released by The Vanguard Group shows the intrinsic value of working with a financial advisor. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss how working with a...

Every wonder how your savings, or the value of your 401k, stacks-up against your peers? Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss why comparisons of account values to others in your age bracket may have no real relevance to your level of retiremen...

In additional to salary, bonuses, and medical benefits, deferred compensation is sometimes offered to executive level employees in the form of stock options. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss the importance of properly managing deferred co...

While many of us may be focusing on our summer vacation plans, now may be the right time to take good look at another type of plan, your financial plan. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ® professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss the benefits of focusing on several key areas of yo...

Saving for a child's education is a propriety for many parents and grandparents. 529 plans can offer distinct opportunities for students and savers. Today, John Walker, Regional Vice President, Mercer Advisors, is joined by CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®️ professional Jason O'Meara, Wealth Advisor and Sr. Director, Mercer Advisors. They discuss how a 529 plan may help students by giving them a finan...