Podcast

In this episode, Ed and James are joined by real estate expert, Dave Swanson, a realtor at John Greene with over 20 years of experience. Dave provides a background of the housing market in recent years, discusses what you need to consider before buying a home, and the steps to take when you are ready to purchase a home. You will come away with a well-rounded understanding of the real estate market and actionable insights on making informed decisions that align with your financial plan. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or seasoned homeowner, this episode equips you with the knowledge to navigate the real estate market with confidence.

Join experienced financial advisors, Ed and James, as they discuss the world of finance, sharing their personal experiences and observations from their clients' financial behaviors. With decades of experience under their belts, they discuss the most common financial mistakes that people often make, providing real-life examples and expert insights to help you avoid these pitfalls.

Inheritance can be a game-changer, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Join us as we delve into the nitty-gritty of handling an inheritance responsibly, from navigating tax implications to creating a legacy that goes beyond just financial assets.

In this episode of Ed's Edge, Ed and James embark on a journey through the intricate landscape of financial planning. As seasoned financial planners, they unravel the complexities and bring you a digestible discussion on the fundamental question: What is Financial Planning?

In this insightful conversation between Ed and James, they delve into the topic of transitioning to retirement. Ed and James explore a range of valuable tips to help individuals address both financial and non-financial concerns as they approach this significant life stage. From financial planning discussions to considerations about maintaining a fulfilling and purposeful lifestyle, these ideas should help provide direction for a happy next chapter. Whether it's securing one's financial future or finding new passions and interests, Ed and James offer practical examples from clients they’ve worked with to help people embark on this exciting journey with confidence and peace of mind.

Join Ed and James for a 20-minute journey into the fascinating world of money, where they delve into the most valuable lessons about your financial behavior and mindset. Ed and James have decades worth of experience working with clients and share the most commonly forgotten lessons. In this episode, they explore relatable real-life scenarios and expert insights that help you make smarter decisions with your money. Whether you're aiming to save, invest, or simply gain a better understanding of your relationship with finances, this podcast equips you with the knowledge and mindset to thrive in your financial journey.

We've all heard of the common financial tips on how to build wealth. Examples are to within our means and put money aside for our retirement, just to name a few. But what about when we've built up a solid nest egg and are close to needing to live off of it? In this podcast episode, we discuss how different the financial game is when we are close to the finish line, sharing our tips on what to consider at this stage of life.

Episode 30 : The Seduction of Pessimism Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 30 Have you ever heard from someone that everything will be great in the world and not to worry? Be honest...are you likely to either shrug them off or offer a skeptical eye? Conversely, hearing you are in danger and that person [...]

Episode 29 : The Defined Benefit Plan Part 2: How does it work? Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 29 The Defined Benefit Plan is a pre-approved retirement plan solely for business owners or self-employed individuals who want to take advantage of massive tax savings each year in order to accelerate their retirement. We discussed [...]

Episode 28 : The Defined Benefit Plan Part 1: What is it? Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 28 If you are a small business owner or independent contractor with a high income who is tired of paying the government too much in taxes, you need to watch this! This little-known, IRS pre-approved retirement plan [...]