When it comes to investing, the term 'diversification' is often tossed around, but what does it truly mean to diversify your portfolio? Is it as easy as sticking to the S&P 500 index the to achieve wealth management success? In this episode, we’ll answers these questions and dive into the latest returns by asset class to help you better understand what diversification truly means.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Does owning the S&P500 make you diversified? Not really.
• A look through last year’s returns by asset class along with historical returns.
• The need for constant evaluation and just consistent checkup on your portfolio.

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Are you a business owner who's ever wondered about the best way to exit your venture when the time comes? You're not alone. Exit planning is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of entrepreneurship. Today we’ll try to help unravel the complexities of exit planning and discuss the different options most people consider when it comes time to sell the business.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• Why exit planning is so difficult for business owners.
• Selling to a third party and what that process consists of.
• Why selling to a strategic buyer could be your best option.
• What you should consider if you want to sell to a family member or employee?
• Other creative options we discuss with clients.

Source for the data in today's episode: https://caffeinecashflow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Why-and-How-of-Exit-Planning-with-polling-questions.pptx

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Phone: 702-767-4897

Each generation is currently navigating a unique part of the retirement planning experience. With many Baby Boomers preparing for the transition into retirement and Generation X close behind, these two generations are asking a handful of financial planning questions.

In today’s episode, we’ll share insights into the unique concerns that echo across different age groups. These are the retirement questions that each generation is asking. We’ll continue the conversation on our next episode as we talk about the younger generations and the questions they need to be asking.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• How do I manage the risks of market volatility as I approach retirement?
• What steps can I take to address rising healthcare costs in my retirement plan?
• Should I consider downsizing or relocating in retirement?
• How much do I need to have saved to actually retire?
• Should I pay off my mortgage before retiring

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Get in touch with Michael-

Web: https://www.westpacwealth.com/team/michael-schulte

Email: michael.schulte@westpacwealth.com

Phone: 702-767-4897