Wealth Redefined®

Mar 12 2025 252 ep. 19 mins 14

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Practical insights on money with a modern approach to building wealth. Hosted by Michael Reynolds, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Principal of Elevation Financial.

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E251: What Are My Options For College Savings For My Child?

Mar 12 2025 12 mins

Saving for your children's college education is one of the most important financial decisions you'll make as a parent. With the cost of higher education rising steadily, it's a great idea to start planning early and understand your options.

E250: What Is a Roth 401(k) and How Does It Work?

Mar 05 2025 8 mins

If your employer offers a Roth 401(k), consider giving it a closer look. It could become an essential part of your financial strategy, setting you up for a financially secure, tax-efficient retirement.

E249: Reasonable Compensation for S-Corps – Busting Common Myths

Feb 26 2025 9 mins

Reasonable compensation is one of the most misunderstood and debated topics for S-Corporation (S-Corp) owners. Despite its importance, misconceptions continue to circulate, often leading to IRS challenges or costly mistakes. Let’s break down what reasonable compensation is, why it matters, and bust some of the most common myths.

E248: How to Read a Fund Report – Understanding Key Investment Metrics

Feb 19 2025 9 mins

Investing in mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can be a great way to diversify your portfolio, but understanding fund reports is essential to making informed decisions. Fund reports contain a wealth of information about a fund’s performance, strategy, and costs, but they can be overwhelming if you're not familiar with the terminology.

E247: When to Use a Credit Card Balance Transfer

Feb 05 2025 7 mins

Timing is everything when it comes to balance transfers, and knowing when to use one is key to making the most of it. It can be a smart move for consolidating high-interest debt and speeding up your journey to being debt-free, but it's not a one-size-fits-all fix.

E246: A Checklist of Documents for Filing Your 2024 Tax Return

Jan 29 2025 8 mins

As tax season approaches, staying organized can save you time, stress, and even money. To make filing your 2024 tax return easier, here’s a checklist of documents you may need, depending on your income sources, deductions, and tax credits.

E245: How (And Why) to Communicate Your Estate Plan to Your Family

Jan 22 2025 9 mins

Estate planning isn’t just about organizing your assets or drafting a will. It’s about creating a roadmap that ensures your wishes are honored and your loved ones are cared for. Communicating your estate plan to your family is helpful for several reasons.

E244: The Biggest Mistakes Made During Tax Season That Can Trigger IRS Audits

Jan 15 2025 10 mins

Here are the biggest mistakes taxpayers make during tax season that can trigger IRS enforcement—and how you can avoid them.

E243: My Three Words for 2025 – Setting Intentions for the New Year

Jan 08 2025 8 mins

I love this exercise because it avoids the head trash that can result from the pass/fail nature of goal-setting. Don’t get me wrong, there is a time and place for setting goals. But for me, setting three words is much more effective when defining a theme for an entire year.

E242: How to Create Retirement Income From Your Investments – Three Popular Strategies

Oct 30 2024 22 mins

Here’s a look at three common retirement income strategies—Systematic Withdrawals (Total Return with Rebalancing), the Bucket Strategy, and the Guardrails approach. Each one has its own strengths and challenges, depending on your goals, risk tolerance, and personal style.