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Ed’s Edge
A podcast for the regular Joe and Jane investor who aspires to live a life of freedom and generosity.
Ed Meek, along with co-host James Alexander, makes the complex simple, giving listeners a financial edge to live the life they’ve always wanted.
Latest Episode:
Episode 49 : Early Retirement: Myth or Reality?
Early Retirement: Myth or Reality?
Ed’s Edge – Season 6, Episode 49
Are you asking, “Can I retire early?” In this episode, we break down the complexities of early retirement planning with actionable insights and real-life examples. Hear Ed and James discuss personal client stories that highlight diverse retirement goals—from retiring in your 50s or even your 40s! Learn how to secure sustainable income, manage healthcare costs before Medicare, optimize tax strategies, and handle investment risks like sequence of returns. Tune in for expert advice on early retirement planning and find out how, not if, you can work towards a secure, financially free future.
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Episode 49 : Early Retirement: Myth or Reality?
Are you asking, "Can I retire early?" In this episode, we break down the complexities ...
Episode 48 : How To Get On The Same Page With Your Spouse (Financially)
In this episode, we share strategies for getting on the same page as your spouse ...
Episode 47 : Developing a Healthy Relationship with Money featuring Krisstina Wise
Ed and James are joined by real estate mogul, Entrepreneur & best-selling author, Krisstina Wise ...
Episode 46 : The Power of Defined Benefit Plans for Small Business Owners
If you're a small business owner or independent contractor with a high income and you're ...
Episode 45 : How to Win the Tax Game
In this episode of Ed’s Edge, Ed and James discuss the importance of being proactive ...
Episode 44 : Maximizing Your Impact: Charitable Giving Strategies with Donor Advised Funds
In this episode, Ed and James are joined by Charitable Giving expert, Parissa Zargar, a ...
Episode 43 : Structured Notes – Income & Growth
In this two-part episode, we explore some of the key benefits of using structured notes ...
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Ed’s Edge – Season 6:
Episode 49 : Early Retirement: Myth or Reality?
Are you asking, "Can I retire early?" In this episode, we break down the complexities ...
Episode 48 : How To Get On The Same Page With Your Spouse (Financially)
In this episode, we share strategies for getting on the same page as your spouse ...
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Ed’s Edge – Season 5:
Episode 47 : Developing a Healthy Relationship with Money featuring Krisstina Wise
Ed and James are joined by real estate mogul, Entrepreneur & best-selling author, Krisstina Wise ...
Episode 46 : The Power of Defined Benefit Plans for Small Business Owners
If you're a small business owner or independent contractor with a high income and you're ...
Episode 45 : How to Win the Tax Game
In this episode of Ed’s Edge, Ed and James discuss the importance of being proactive ...
Episode 44 : Maximizing Your Impact: Charitable Giving Strategies with Donor Advised Funds
In this episode, Ed and James are joined by Charitable Giving expert, Parissa Zargar, a ...
Episode 43 : Structured Notes – Income & Growth
In this two-part episode, we explore some of the key benefits of using structured notes ...
Episode 42 : The Great Insurance Shift: Navigating your New Normal with Finny Rajchel
In this episode of Ed's Edge, Ed & James breakdown the most common financial myths ...
Episode 41 : Lies You’ve Been Told About Money
In this episode of Ed's Edge, Ed & James breakdown the most common financial myths ...
Episode 40 : Investing in Peace of Mind – Long-Term Care Insurance
In this episode, Ed and James are joined by insurance expert, Bruce Hersh, the President ...
Episode 39 : Controlling the Controllables
In this episode, Ed & James discuss what we can and can't control relating to ...
Episode 38 : Would You Trade Places with Warren Buffet?
In this episode, Ed and James are joined by real estate expert, Dave Swanson, a ...
Episode 37 : How to Navigate the Real Estate Market in Today’s World
In this episode, Ed and James are joined by real estate expert, Dave Swanson, a ...
Episode 36 : Top 5 WORST Money Mistakes to Avoid
Join experienced financial advisors, Ed and James, as they discuss the world of finance, sharing ...
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Ed’s Edge – Season 4:
Episode 35 : Financial Fortunes: The Inheritance Playbook
Financial Fortunes: The Inheritance Playbook Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 35 Inheritance can be a game-changer, but it comes ...
Episode 34 : What is Financial Planning?
What is Financial Planning? Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 34 In this episode of Ed's Edge, Ed and James ...
Episode 33 : 5 Fears about Retirement
Episode 33 : 5 Fears about Retirement Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 33 In this insightful conversation between Ed ...
Episode 32 : Seven Lessons to Learn About Money (At Any Age)
Episode 32 : Seven Lessons to Learn About Money (At Any Age) Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 32 Join ...
Episode 31 : Getting Wealthy vs. Staying Wealthy
Episode 31 : Getting Wealthy vs. Staying Wealthy Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 31 We've all heard of the ...
Episode 30 : The Seduction of Pessimism
Episode 30 : The Seduction of Pessimism Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 30 Have you ever heard from someone ...
Episode 29 : The Defined Benefit Plan Part 2: How does it work?
Episode 29 : The Defined Benefit Plan Part 2: How does it work? Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 29 ...
Episode 28 : The Defined Benefit Plan Part 1: What is it?
Episode 28 : The Defined Benefit Plan Part 1: What is it? Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 28 If ...
Episode 27 : Cyber Security and Fraud
Episode 27 : Cyber Security and Fraud Ed’s Edge – Season 4, Episode 27 Have you ever been a victim ...
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Ed’s Edge – Season 3:
Episode 26 : Risk vs. Volatility: What is the difference?
Episode 26 : Risk vs. Volatility: What is the difference? Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 26 With the market ...
Episode 25 : Structured Notes
Episode 25 : Structured Notes Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 25 With the market continuing to stay volatile, we ...
Episode 24 : The Bear Market Playbook
Episode 24 : The Bear Market Playbook Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 24 We’ve officially entered a bear market, ...
Episode 23 : Gifting
Episode 23 : Gifting Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 23 When you’ve worked hard and your nest egg more ...
Episode 22 : Market Downturns
Episode 22 : Market Downturns Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 22 When the stock market takes a dip, it’s ...
Episode 21 : Setting Financial Goals
Episode 21 : Setting Financial Goals Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 21 When it comes to setting goals, financial ...
Episode 20 : 401(k)s – The Heart of Retirement Planning
Episode 20 : 401(k)s – The Heart of Retirement Planning Ed’s Edge – Season 3, Episode 20 Please join us ...
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Ed’s Edge – Season 2:
Episode 19 : Blockchain: Insight From The Experts
Episode 19 : Blockchain: Insight From The Experts Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 19 When attempting to understand the ...
Episode 18 : Cryptocurrency: An Introduction
Episode 18 : Cryptocurrency: An Introduction Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 18 Cryptocurrency. You’ve heard about it, maybe you ...
Episode 17 : Talking With Your Kids About Money
Talking With Your Kids About Money Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 17 As any parent will tell you, the ...
Episode 16 : Interest Rates, Inflation, and the Implications for Your Bond Portfolio
Interest Rates, Inflation, and the Implications for Your Bond Portfolio Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 16 You know interest ...
Episode 15 : What We Believe a True Financial Advisor Should Do for You
What We Believe a True Financial Advisor Should Do for You Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 15 In today’s ...
Episode 14 : Keys to Financial Peace with your Partner
Keys to Financial Peace with your Partner Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 14 Whoever you may share financial responsibility ...
Episode 13 : Uneducated & Emotional Decision-Making Destroys your Financial Wellbeing
Uneducated & Emotional Decision-Making Destroys your Financial Wellbeing Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 13 Give yourself only 3 seconds ...
Episode 12 : SOS! Structure, Organize, & Simplify Your Financial Future
SOS! Structure, Organize, & Simplify Your Financial Future Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 12 We all know SOS as ...
Episode 11 : Start Your New Year Off Right, Financially
Start Your New Year Off Right, Financially Ed’s Edge – Season 2, Episode 11 It has finally arrived with an ...
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Ed’s Edge – Season 1:
Episode 10 : Last Call For End of Year Tax Moves
Last Call For End of Year Tax Moves Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 10 2020, what feels like the ...
Episode 9 : Adjusting in Retirement – Part 3 of 3
Adjusting in Retirement - Part 3 of 3 Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 9 So you did it! You ...
Episode 8 : Adjusting at Retirement – Part 2 of 3
Adjusting at Retirement - Part 2 of 3 Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 8 The day has finally come...your ...
Episode 7 : The Mortgage Boom
The Mortgage Boom Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 7 The Mortgage Boom. Our special guest today, an expert who ...
Episode 6 : Adjusting for Retirement – Part 1 of 3
Adjusting for Retirement - Part 1 of 3 Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 6 Retirement. Whether we are near ...
Episode 5 : Elections and the Market
Elections & The Market Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 5 2020 has been an unprecedented year in many ways, ...
Episode 4 : When Going from Two Incomes to One
When Going from Two Incomes to One Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 4 For a variety of reasons, there ...
Episode 3 : Four Investment Tips When the Market Drops
Investment Tips in a Down Market Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 3 It was up for years. And then ...
Episode 2 : How to Manage Your Emotions in a Volatile Market
How to Manage Your Emotions in a Volatile Market Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 2 When the market cratered ...
Episode 1 : The 3 Ways to Maximize Your Retirement Income
The 3 Ways to Maximize Your Retirement Income Ed’s Edge – Season 1, Episode 1 Retirement may seem like a ...
