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May 2, 2021

Episode 94 - 3 Places to Put Your Stimulus Payment or Tax Return

Have you just received your tax return or a stimulus check and are not sure where the best place to put the money is? In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the best three places to consider putting this money. We would also like to give a shout out...

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April 25, 2021

Episode 93 - 3 Ideas on How to Talk to Your Spouse about Money

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss how to talk to your spouse about money and finances. Do you have difficulty getting on the same page with your significant other about your financial goals? If so, listen to this podcast and get some ideas on how...

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April 18, 2021

Episode 92 - Interview with Dr. Wade Pfau Part 2

In this episode, Alex continues his interview with Dr. Wade Pfau. They discuss taxation in retirement, legacy and his upcoming book. If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to reach out to Alex or Ryan, please visit our website If...

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April 11, 2021

Episode 91 - Interview with Dr. Wade Pfau

In part 1 of this 2 part interview, Alex speaks with Dr. Wade Pfau. Dr. Pfau is the most brilliant mind in retirement income planning. He has written several books including Safety First Retirement Planning: An Integrated Approach for a Worry-Free...

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April 5, 2021

Episode 90 - Do You Look at Your Money Backwards?

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss how most Americans view their money. Do you look at your money backwards?  If you have questions about this episode or want to reach out to Alex or Ryan, visit our website where you can schedule an...

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March 28, 2021

Episode 89 - How Much Life Insurance do You Need?

Do you have a life insurance policy? If so, when was the last time that you looked at the policy? In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss life insurance and its many benefits. If you have not taken a look at your life insurance lately, this is a...

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March 21, 2021

Episode 88 - Washington State's Long Term Care Payroll Tax

Have you heard of Washington State's new payroll tax? This is an important episode for every resident of Washington State. Take a listen and learn more about how this tax will affect every W2 employee in the state and share with friends and...

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March 14, 2021

Episode 87 - Coming Down the Mountain of Retirement Financing

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss retirement funding, how you set up your money, whether it is correlated to the stock market and how you diversify to cover yourself if the market has a course correction. If you have any questions about...

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March 7, 2021

Episode 86 - How is Your Money Taxed?

As tax season approaches, it is a good time to look at your finances to determine how you are setting yourself up for this year and future tax years. Do you know how your money is taxed?  If you have questions for Ryan or Alex or want to schedule...

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Feb. 28, 2021

Episode 85 - 5 Key Differences between Your Working Years and Retirem…

What are the 5 key differences between your working years and your retirement years when it comes to your finances? Are you nearing retirement or thinking about what changes you need to make now to be prepared?  If you have any questions about...

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Feb. 21, 2021

Episode 84 - 3 Things to Consider when deciding where to Put Your Mon…

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss where to put your money that you are saving for retirement. If you have questions about this or would like to reach out and talk to Ryan or Alex, visit our website .

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Feb. 14, 2021

Episode 83 - Did you withdraw from your 401K in 2020?

Did you take out a loan from your 401K in 2020? In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss the implications. If you would like to register for our webinar, the 4 Steps to Financial Success, click You can also visit our website, or you can email...

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Feb. 7, 2021

Episode 82 - Are you Working for your Money or is your Money working …

In this week's episode of Beer & Money, Ryan and Alex discuss how to know if your money is working hard for you. Where are you putting your money and is it growing? If you don't know if your money is working for you, this podcast is for you. ...

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Jan. 29, 2021

Episode 81 - What is going on with Game Stop?

In this week's episode, Ryan breaks down what is actually going on with Game Stop without the opinions. Do you know what a short sell squeeze is? Listen to this podcast to hear a great description of what actually happened. If you have any questions...

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Jan. 24, 2021

Episode 80 - What are Your Financial Engines?

In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss your financial engines. What is it that keeps your finances moving and what drives you when it comes to your money?  If you have any questions about this week's podcast, please visit our website at ...

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Jan. 17, 2021

Episode 79 - What Should I Do with the Extra Money I Have?

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss what you should do with extra money that you have this year, either due to not taking that vacation or buying things you would normally buy but didn't. Should you spend it or save it or put it towards...

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Jan. 10, 2021

Episode 78 - What Generational Experience Do You Have with Money?

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss how people have looked at money and debt throughout history. What generational experience do you have with money and how have you talked about money with your parents and children? If you have any...

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Jan. 3, 2021

Episode 77 - 3 Steps to Creating a Simple Financial Plan for 2021

Happy New Year! In this week's episode, Ryan and Alex discuss how to create a simple financial plan for this year. Have you thought about your finances and how to improve them in 2021?  If you have any questions about this podcast or want to...

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Dec. 27, 2020

Episode 76 - What is the difference between the insurance world and t…

In this week's podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss the difference between the investment world and the insurance world. If you have any questions about this podcast or would like to reach out to Alex or Ryan to schedule and appointment, please visit our...

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Dec. 20, 2020

Episode 75 - What is your moment of wealth?

In this holiday episode, Alex and Ryan discuss their moments of wealth. We hope you and your family have a great holiday season! If you have any questions about this podcast or want to reach out to Alex or Ryan to schedule an appointment. Please visit...

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Dec. 13, 2020

Episode 74 - How to add automation to your savings habits

In this episode, Ryan discusses how to add automation to your savings habits as you get paid each month. How to you add money to your savings accounts? If you have any questions or would like to reach out to Alex or Ryan to schedule an appointment,...

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Dec. 6, 2020

Episode 73 - Does your spending match your priorities?

Does your spending match your goals for your future or what you find important in life? In this week's podcast, Alex and Ryan discuss what your priorities are and if the way you spend money matches those priorities.  If you have questions about...

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Nov. 29, 2020

Episode 72 - What is the difference between ETF's and Mutual Funds

In this podcast, Ryan and Alex discuss the difference between a mutual fund and an exchange traded fund or ETF. If you have any questions about this podcast or want to reach out to Alex or Ryan to schedule an appointment, please visit our website...

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Nov. 22, 2020

Episode 71 - Happy Thanksgiving

We want to say THANK YOU for listening to our podcast this year. We are thankful for our listeners, our clients, our friends and family and this episode is to let you all know how much.  If you have any questions or want to reach out to us,...

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