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How Daily Money Managers Can Help You Maintain Financial Independence with Michelle Brown (Ep. 11)

How Daily Money Managers Can Help You Maintain Financial Independence with Michelle Brown (Ep. 11)

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Are you confident in your financial strategy for retirement? Have you ever wondered who can help manage your day-to-day finances when life’s challenges make it difficult to keep up?

Tim Whisler is joined by Michelle Brown, a daily money manager from Advocate Money Management, who shares her insights on how daily money management can provide critical support, especially for seniors and those undergoing major life changes. Michelle discusses her personal journey of helping her parents through financial challenges, which led her to discover the importance and impact of daily money management. 

Tim and Michelle discuss:

  • Michelle’s personal story of transitioning into daily money management to help her parents
  • The role and services provided by daily money managers, particularly for seniors
  • Real-life examples of how daily money management can address unexpected financial challenges
  • The importance of hiring experienced, reputable professionals to safeguard your finances

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About our Guest: 

Michelle Brown, with two bachelor’s degrees and a robust 27-year career at a Fortune 100 company, has gained extensive experience in budget management, large project execution, systems, and contract negotiations. She has earned her Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and held leadership positions for most of her career, leading highly engaged teams of up to 30 people. Additionally, she has successfully run her own profitable small business. As a member of the American Association of Daily Money Managers (AADMM), Michelle is background checked, insured, and adheres to their Code of Ethics, ensuring her work always prioritizes her clients’ best interests.

Investment advisory and financial planning services are offered through Foundations Investment Advisors, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, Consulting, and Education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth and Simplicity Solutions.

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19. Mistakes That Could Jeopardize Your Retirement — Part 2

19. Mistakes That Could Jeopardize Your Retirement — Part 2

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How much are you paying in fees and taxes on your retirement plan? Do you know how much less you could be paying when you learn about other retirement accounts?

In part two of this two-part series, Tim Whisler reveals the last five mistakes that could jeopardize your retirement. He discusses how fees and taxes could impact your retirement planning, along with the different types of accounts that could benefit you in your retirement.

You will learn:

  • The account fees you are paying instead of saving
  • How taxes impact your retirement planning
  • The benefit of rolling your 401(k)
  • The importance of assigning specific roles to your retirement accounts
  • And more!

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency: (309) 291-0491

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 12 – Growing Spiritually Through Athletic Programs – With Chad Bailey

Episode 12 – Growing Spiritually Through Athletic Programs – With Chad Bailey

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Since 1948, The Christian Center, in Peoria, Illinois, has had a mission to provide a place where Christians could grow and the lost could find Christ.

But how is this related to sports and recreational activities?

In the latest episode of Whisler While You Retire, Tim Whisler sits down with the organization’s managing director, Chad Bailey. Chad explains how The Christian Center serves the community by offering programs for people (of all ages) to enjoy recreational activities while sharing the gospel of Christ.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Why church-related partnerships are so important for The Christian Center 
  • How the organization recruits basketball, baseball, and soccer coaches 
  • Real-life experience: Why Chad believes that God always ends up providing
  • How the facility keeps up with all the financial costs associated with The Christian Center  
  • From ping-pong to bowling, soccer, and basketball: the programs offered by The Christian Center 
  • And more!

Listen in to discover how The Christian Center helps people of all ages develop a greater sense of spirituality and faith through sports and recreation! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 | The Christian Center  | 309-685-4218 | Chad Bailey | Location and Hours Information 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 10 – Get Your Finances Back on Track Today [4 Easy Steps!]

Episode 10 – Get Your Finances Back on Track Today [4 Easy Steps!]

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Has your spending got a little out of hand as a result of COVID-19? Don’t worry, we’re here to help! 

In this episode, Tim Whisler gives you an easy four-step plan to help you get your finances back on track, so you can keep heading towards your ideal retirement. As relatable as ever, Tim gives you proven advice that you can use right away. 

You will learn:

  • What 3 characteristics every emergency plan should have
  • How to incorporate a strategy that provides safety to your principal & opportunity for growth to your retirement account
  • Good, better & best ways to create more tax-free funds
  • And more!

Tune in now to get an easy 4-step plan for getting your finances on track during COVID-19!

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency: (309) 291-0491 | Episode 2: Zero is the Hero

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 9 – What You Should Know About Annuities

Episode 9 – What You Should Know About Annuities

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Believe it or not, annuities don’t have a middle ground – you either disregard them entirely or embrace them wholeheartedly.

In this episode, Tim Whisler navigates the path of annuities, explaining the differences between what can be a beneficial, but complicated, option for retirement. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Why people have negative opinions about annuities 
  • The difference between immediate and fixed annuities  
  • Why variable annuities are similar to investments in the stock market 
  • What’s the role of volatility when it comes to a fixed index annuity 
  • How to use a rider as an annuity enhancement policy 
  • And more!

Tune in and discover some of the questions you MUST consider if you’re planning to lean on annuities for retirement! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 8 – The IOU in your IRA to the IRS

Episode 8 – The IOU in your IRA to the IRS

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When it comes to retirement accounts, what’s the difference between tax-free and tax-deferred?

In this episode, Tim Whisler discusses key points about retirement accounts, IRAs and 401(k)s. He does this to explain the “silent partner” involved in a portion of your 401(k) and IRA accounts.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How to take full advantage of your 401(k)
  • The benefits of contributing to your 401(k) directly from your paycheck 
  • The process of a 401(k) rollover 
  • The role of Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) when it comes to taxes and IRAs
  • And more!

Listen today to learn ways to pay your taxes first so that you don’t have to worry about them later.

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

 

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Episode 7 – Understanding Retirement Accounts

Episode 7 – Understanding Retirement Accounts

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Having multiple savings vehicles or accounts with a purpose is a wise strategy when it comes to stepping into your retirement years.

In this episode, Tim Whisler discusses retirement accounts for individuals making the transition from their working years to their retirement years. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • 401(k)’s as accumulation and distribution machines 
  • The role of a sequence of returns strategy, and how it impacts retirement
  • How return on investment (ROI) changes to reliability of income when approaching retirement 
  • And more!

Tune in to learn why retirement is all about income and cash flow rather than assets! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

 

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Episode 6 – Medicare as a Retirement Health Insurance – Part II

Episode 6 – Medicare as a Retirement Health Insurance – Part II

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How much do you really know about the different Medicare coverages offered in each part? Are you looking for an opportunity to bundle different levels of coverage?

In part two of this mini-series, Tim navigates Medicare’s part C, also known as Medicare Advantage Plans, and explains how it allows consumers to bundle the coverage from the other parts of Medicare. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The coverages offered in Part C of Medicare
  • The different types of Medicare Advantage Plans
  • Pros and cons of Medicare Supplement Plans
  • The role of the “annual notice of change” when switching between Medicare Advantage and Supplement Plans
  • And more!

Tune in as Tim discusses various coverages of part C of Medicare!  

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 | Part 1

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

 

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Episode 5 – Medicare as Retirement Health Insurance

Episode 5 – Medicare as Retirement Health Insurance

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Medicare is a short-term health insurance for those who are 65-years-old and/or receive Social Security Disability Insurance. It can be overwhelming and confusing, but with the right education, it doesn’t need to be.

In part one of this mini-series about Medicare, Tim Whisler helps you navigate Medicare to help ease your mind about the health care coverage. Tim explains the different phases so that you can better understand this type of health insurance.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The importance of education around Medicare and finding the right plan for you
  • Who is eligible for Medicare
  • The four parts of Medicare and what they each cover
  • What the “donut hole” is and how it is related to the Medicare catastrophic phase 
  • And more!

Tune in as Tim discusses potential advantages and drawbacks of Medicare as a health care coverage! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 4 – Don’t Be Afraid of Retirement, Be Prepared

Episode 4 – Don’t Be Afraid of Retirement, Be Prepared

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“Can I afford retirement?” “What are my plans for this phase of life?” – These are two of the many questions we all have when it comes to planning for retirement. 

In this episode of Whisler While You Retire, Tim Whisler will help you navigate these questions, and many others, and shares his six-step retirement checklist to ensure you’re prepared for this milestone. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The difference between the defined benefit and the defined contribution plan
  • Why longevity is a retirement risk 
  • Why it is important to prepare for retirement “what if’s”
  • How to determine the right age to elect retirement-related benefits 
  • And more!

Tune in as Tim reminds you to prepare for retirement so that you can later enjoy the ride! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency | (309) 291-0491 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

 

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Episode 3 – Your Life Insurance Policy is The Ultimate Love Letter

Episode 3 – Your Life Insurance Policy is The Ultimate Love Letter

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Leaving a life insurance policy in place for your spouse in case something happens to you is the ultimate final love letter.  

In this episode, Tim Whisler explains why life insurance can be considered an expression of love and refers to the importance of planning collaboratively with your partner so that both parties are prepared when the time comes. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The types of life insurance and how to choose the right one for you 
  • The benefits of a term policy 
  • How premiums and insurance allow cash building 
  • What a “Second-to-Die” policy is, and how it impacts your overall death benefit 
  • And more!

Tune in to learn why your life insurance policy is the ultimate love letter! 

Resources: The Whisler Agency

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Sub advisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, consulting, and education services are offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC, and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 2 – Zero is the Hero

Episode 2 – Zero is the Hero

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“Zero is the hero” is all about replacing the worry, fear, and anxiety that comes from watching a retirement account. 

In this episode, Tim Whisler explains everything you need to know about the “zero is the hero” retirement strategy and how it can help baby boomers achieve positive income and asset results.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • The different phases of retirement
  • How return on investment impacts your overall asset exposure 
  • The role of market volatility in retirement 
  • How to enjoy retirement instead of babysitting the market
  • And more!

Tune in as Tim explains why retirement is not about assets but income! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency 

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, a SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Subadvisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, a SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, Consulting and Education services offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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Episode 1 – Get to Know Tim Whisler, President and Founder of The Whisler Agency

Episode 1 – Get to Know Tim Whisler, President and Founder of The Whisler Agency

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The Whisler Agency is proud to present: Whisler While You Retire with Tim Whisler! 

In this podcast, get to know Tim Whisler, president and founder of The Whisler Agency, and discover what led him to his career in finance. Tim shares how The Whisler Agency can help clients of all ages plan for their financial futures. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How Tim’s personal life led him to his career in financial services 
  • Tim’s ideal client demographic
  • Why radio ads and referrals so important to Tim’s business 
  • How understanding your return on investment can help measure risk returns 
  • And more!

Tune in to get to know Tim Whisler and The Whisler Agency! 

Resources: Tim Whisler | The Whisler Agency

Investment advisory and financial planning services offered through Simplicity Wealth, LLC, a SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Subadvisory services are provided by Advisory Alpha, LLC, a SEC Registered Investment Advisor. Insurance, Consulting and Education services offered through The Whisler Agency. The Whisler Agency is a separate and unaffiliated entity from Simplicity Wealth, LLC and Advisory Alpha, LLC.

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