Episodes

  • Financial Planning Is Key To Your Retirement
    Sep 23 2024

    In this episode of the Ice Blue Money podcast, Greg Carter and Danny Bullock discuss the financial mistakes made by celebrities and offer tips for young professionals to achieve financial stability and success. They highlight the importance of creating a budget, saving and investing early, living within your means, minimizing debt, using credit wisely, negotiating your salary, and keeping track of old 401(k) accounts. They also emphasize the need for comprehensive financial planning and understanding your options for retirement accounts.

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    29 mins
  • Umbrella Insurance...Who needs It?
    Sep 16 2024

    In this episode of the Ice Blue Money podcast, the hosts discuss umbrella insurance and who needs it. They highlight the importance of having umbrella insurance to protect against liability claims that exceed regular insurance limits. They provide examples of situations where umbrella insurance can be beneficial, such as car accidents, injuries on your property, and lawsuits. The hosts emphasize that umbrella insurance is relatively affordable and can provide peace of mind.

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    15 mins
  • 10 Simple habits of Financial Success Plus...Divorce & Your Airline Miles
    Sep 9 2024

    In this podcast episode, Bill, Greg, and Danny discuss the habits of people who always move forward financially. They cover 10 simple habits that can lead to financial success, including setting clear financial goals, budgeting and tracking expenses, investing wisely, continuous learning, maintaining an emergency fund, avoiding debt, and so much more. They emphasize the importance of consistency, discipline, and patience in achieving financial goals, as well as the value of giving back to others.

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    22 mins
  • Don't Be Like This Guy In Retirement
    Sep 2 2024

    In this conversation, Greg & Danny talk about the benefits of using a financial advisor to plan for retirement by relating a story from a retired boomer who regrets not using one. The main themes covered include the need for long-term care planning, the importance of investment diversification, the impact of taxes in retirement, and the timing of Social Security benefits. The hosts emphasize the importance of having a comprehensive retirement plan that addresses these key areas.

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    19 mins
  • Don't Be 65 And Have To Go back To Work
    Aug 22 2024

    In this episode of the Ice Blue Money podcast, Greg and Danny discuss the growing trend of American seniors over 65 having to return to the workforce due to insufficient retirement savings. The guys emphasize the importance of planning and financial literacy, as well as having a strategy for claiming Social Security. They also discuss the impact of inflation, taxes, and market volatility on retirement savings.

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    21 mins
  • Common Estate Planning Mistakes & How To Avoid Them
    Aug 19 2024

    In this episode of the Ice Blue Money podcast, Greg, and Danny discuss the importance of estate planning in retirement. They debunk the misconception that estate planning is only for the wealthy and emphasize the need for everyone to have an estate plan. They highlight common estate planning mistakes, such as not updating the plan over time and failing to prepare for incapacity. The hosts also stress the importance of communicating with heirs and choosing the right executor or trustee. They conclude by discussing the significance of long-term care planning and special needs beneficiaries.

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    24 mins
  • Retirement Success Stories & Olympic Break Dancing
    Aug 13 2024

    In this episode, the Greg & Danny share success stories of their clients and how they helped them achieve their retirement goals. They share stories of clients who were able to retire early, protect their assets through estate planning, leverage life insurance policies for financial support, and pay off mortgages early. These stories highlight the importance of financial planning and the positive impact it can have on people's lives.

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    21 mins
  • Are Roth IRA Alternatives A Good Idea?
    Aug 5 2024

    In this conversation, Greg, and Danny discuss alternative options to Roth IRAs that address long-term care. They explore the concept of using a Roth conversion alternative, such as an indexed universal life insurance policy, to create a tax-free savings vehicle with long-term care coverage. They emphasize the importance of planning for long-term care expenses in retirement and highlight the need to qualify for life insurance to utilize this strategy.

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    18 mins