Aug 28, 2025 | Financial Planning, Podcast, Retirement, Taxes
For many retirees, Medicare feels like a maze of rules, parts, and choices that only get more confusing the closer you get to age 65. In this episode, Jude is joined by Medicare specialist Kerwyn Jones to bring clarity to one of the most misunderstood pieces of...
Aug 14, 2025 | Financial Planning, Podcast, Retirement, Taxes
This week on the show, Jude answers some of the most common Roth IRA questions! First up: the Five-Year Rule. What does it really mean, how does it apply to contributions versus earnings, and why should you start the clock as soon as possible? Jude breaks it down in...
Jul 31, 2025 | Financial Planning, Podcast, Retirement, Taxes
The Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) passed on July 4th, bringing major changes that retirees and pre-retirees need to understand. In this episode, Jude breaks down the top 3 provisions most relevant to his clients and listeners: the permanent extension of marginal tax...
Jul 18, 2025 | Financial Planning, Podcast, Retirement, Taxes
Is your retirement account a ticking tax time bomb? In this episode, Jude gives a hands-on demo of his Tax Bomb Calculator- a powerful tool at thetaxbomb.com- that helps you estimate how much of your 401(k) or IRA could be lost to taxes. Marc acts as the “test...
Apr 24, 2025 | Financial Planning, Podcast, Taxes
When the headlines scream and markets tumble, your instinct might be to do something. But what should you actually do when the market drops? In this episode, Jude walks through 4 key things to consider when your portfolio takes a hit. Drawing from client conversations...
Apr 3, 2025 | Financial Planning, Podcast, Taxes
Annuities are often misunderstood- some see them as a financial nightmare, while others consider them a key part of a well-rounded portfolio. So, what exactly are they? And can they offer any tax advantages? Jude is here to break it all down- how annuities work, their...
