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March 3, 2025

Episode 290 - 2 Misunderstandings about Dividends

In this episode of Beer & Money, Ryan Burklo discusses two common misunderstandings about dividends. He explains what dividends are, how they affect stock prices, and the tax implications associated with them. The episode aims to educate listeners...

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Feb. 24, 2025

Episode 289 - Are You Inheriting an IRA?

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the recent changes to the rules governing inherited IRAs, particularly focusing on the new 10-year rule that requires non-spouse beneficiaries to deplete inherited accounts within a decade. He...

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Feb. 17, 2025

Episode 288 - How to Maximize Your HSA

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the importance and benefits of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). He explains the qualifications for opening an HSA, the contribution limits, and the unique triple tax advantage that HSAs offer....

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Feb. 10, 2025

Episode 287 - Tariffs 101

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins delve into the complex topic of tariffs, exploring their definition, implications, and effects on businesses and the economy. They discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of tariffs,...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Episode 286 - The 5 Principles of Investing

In this episode, Ryan Burklo discusses the five essential principles of investing, emphasizing the importance of having a well-structured balance sheet, understanding risk, diversifying investments, rebalancing portfolios, and maintaining good...

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Jan. 27, 2025

Episode 285 - Let's Talk about Taxes Pt 3

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses various tax strategies for retirement, emphasizing the importance of planning with the end in mind. He explores the implications of different income needs, the 4% withdrawal rule, and compares...

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Jan. 20, 2025

Episode 284 - Let's Talk about Taxes Pt 2

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the importance of tax planning for retirement. He emphasizes the need to understand the net after-tax income and how different retirement accounts, such as traditional and Roth accounts, affect...

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Jan. 13, 2025

Episode 283 - Let's Talk about Taxes Pt 1

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the intricacies of the tax system, focusing on the differences between marginal and effective tax rates, how bonuses are taxed, and the implications of choosing between traditional and Roth...

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Jan. 6, 2025

Episode 282 - Understanding Recovery Rates in Investing

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the often misunderstood concept of recovery rates in investing, particularly after market downturns. They explore the mathematical realities of recovering from losses, the...

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Dec. 30, 2024

Episode 281 - Traversing The Estate Planning Maze with Rob Bukacek

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo, Alex Collins, and estate planning expert Rob Bukacek discuss the intricacies of estate planning. They cover the importance of having a trust, the process of finding the right attorney, and how to prepare...

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Dec. 23, 2024

Episode 280 - Understanding Obligations & Goals

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the concept of obligations that individuals actually want to have in their lives. He emphasizes the importance of understanding personal goals beyond traditional financial aspirations, such as...

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Dec. 16, 2024

Episode 279 - Inheritance vs Investment

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the critical distinction between inheritance and investment, drawing from a transformative conversation with a mentor. He emphasizes the importance of investing in children today rather than...

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Dec. 9, 2024

Episode 278 - The Five Biggest Factors of Retirement Planning

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the five biggest factors of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of income streams, asset location, liquidity, tax distribution status, and tax strategy. They challenge...

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Dec. 2, 2024

Episode 277- Navigating Investment Strategies After Elections

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the implications of recent election results on investment strategies. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a long-term perspective in investing, regardless of political...

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Nov. 25, 2024

Episode 276 - Let's Chat about Self-Insurance

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the concept of self-insurance, exploring its relevance and practicality in various scenarios. He provides examples of when self-insurance may be beneficial, such as in auto insurance and...

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Nov. 18, 2024

Episode 275 - The Power of a Wealth Building Account

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the importance of a cashflow management system, emphasizing the need for individuals to understand the purpose of their money and how to manage it effectively. He introduces the concept of a...

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Nov. 11, 2024

Episode 274 - Top 3 Mistakes of Estate Plans with Rob Bukacek

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and estate planning expert Rob Bukacek discuss the critical importance of estate planning, sharing personal experiences that led them to focus on this often-overlooked area of financial planning. They...

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Nov. 4, 2024

Episode 276 - Debunking Tax Deferral Myths

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the myths surrounding tax deferral, particularly the common belief that individuals will be in a lower tax bracket during retirement. They explore the implications of income...

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Oct. 28, 2024

Episode 272 - Presidential Elections and the Stock Market

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan discusses the impact of presidential elections on the stock market. He explores the presidential election theory, which suggests that U.S. stock markets perform weaker in the first two years of a presidential...

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Oct. 21, 2024

Episode 271 - How To Mitigate Investment Risks

In this episode of Beer and Money, hosts Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins welcome Joe Hegener, founder and CIO of Astrazola Management, to discuss the current economic landscape, particularly focusing on falling interest rates and their implications. Joe...

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Oct. 14, 2024

Episode 270 - The Hidden Cost of Inheritance

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the critical topic of estate planning for parents. They explore the various challenges that arise when parents do not have proper estate planning documents in place, including tax...

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Oct. 7, 2024

Episode 269 - Building Wealth Strategies for Success

In this episode, Ryan Burklo discusses the concept of risk tolerance in investing, emphasizing the importance of understanding both market risks and personal financial situations. He highlights the need for a balanced approach to investments,...

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Sept. 30, 2024

Episode 268 - Implications Of The Recent Federal Reserve Interest Rat…

In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the implications of the recent Fed rate cut on personal finance. He explains how the cut affects borrowing costs and savings rates, emphasizing the importance of a long-term financial strategy....

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Sept. 16, 2024

Episode 267 - Planning With Cashflow In Mind

In this episode, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the importance of planning with cashflow in mind. They highlight the common focus on accumulating assets and net worth, rather than considering the income generated by those assets. They emphasize...

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