What’s your one word for 2022? Have you developed a habit of focusing your year around one theme or one main motif? The “one word” can help you do that.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
In this episode, I give my take on the book “Die with Zero” by Bill Perkins, published in 2020.
I liked his concepts on investing in “memory dividends,” and spending based on your stages of life and your health.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
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In this week’s podcast episode, we are looking at the best ways to invest in your child’s future.
We talk about utilizing 529 plans, brokerage accounts, UTMA’s, Real Estate, and Business Ownership.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Today we’re talking about a unique tax-free savings vehicle for pastors, called the 403b(9) account, which allows pastors to access their Housing Allowance tax benefit while in retirement.
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Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
In this episode, I lay out some of the main changes in Biden's new Tax Proposal, including raising income tax rates, raising capital gains tax rates, removing Roth conversions, and extending child tax credits.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Today I’m talking about bitcoin and how to determine if it makes sense for you to invest in it. First, build your conviction and learn about it, and second develop an investment policy before investing in it.
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Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Today, we’re talking estate planning and when is it the right time to get a Trust in place?
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Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
Today I’m talking about one of my favorite books for business owners. It’s called ‘Profit First’ by Mike Michalowicz. I like this book because it simplifies the cash flow process for business owners. It provides a great tool to ensure you’re paying yourself a profit distribution and an owner’s salary all while preparing for taxes due and operational expenses.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
A common mistake I see amongst business owners is within the business entity selection type. In this episode, I talk about the differences between a sole proprietorship, an LLC, an S-Corp, and a C-Corp. We look at the tax and liability considerations of each entity type.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higeura St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Disclosure: Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor in the state of CA, LA, and in other jurisdictions where exempt. All content on this podcast is for information purposes only. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel prior to implementation.
Today I’m talking about President Biden’s the proposed capital gains tax increase and how it could effect a business owner looking to sell their business. Essentially, the proposal increases long-term capital gains tax rates from 20% to 39.6% on total income above $1M.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
In this episode, I talk about three things to consider when switching your 401k to a different provider as a business owner — expenses, employee support, and liability for the business owner.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higeura St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Today we’re talking about a Cash Balance Plan and how it can be used as a business owner to supercharge your retirement savings in a short amount of time.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Today we are talking about the Roth conversion tax strategy and addressing the 5 year rule for Roth conversions and withdrawals.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
In this episode, we talk about one idea to begin joining financial efforts within a new marriage.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
A Safe Harbor 401k allows a Business Owner to take full advantage of retirement savings into a 401k retirement account.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
How to set up a 529 College Savings Plan for a newborn.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
When would be a good time to roll IRA money back into your employer's 401k? We talk about it in this episode about creative Roth IRA funding strategies for high earners.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Inflation is a hot topic right now. Will prices continue to rise? And what are some ways to combat against rising prices of goods as a business owner?
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
872 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Disclosure: Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor in the state of CA, LA, and in other jurisdictions where exempt. All content on this podcast is for information purposes only. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel prior to implementation.
In this episode, I share how to secure your online account information with a password manager.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Disclosure: Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor in the state of CA, LA, and in other jurisdictions where exempt. All content on this podcast is for information purposes only. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel prior to implementation.
Listen in as a discuss a way to simplify the college savings process with a 529 plan.
Eric Maldonado, CFP®, MBA
Owner, Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC
(805)250-4552
info@aquilawealth.com
San Luis Obispo, CA
https://www.aquilawealth.com/
Disclosure: Aquila Wealth Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor in the state of CA, LA, and in other jurisdictions where exempt. All content on this podcast is for information purposes only. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with an advisor, accountant, or legal counsel prior to implementation.
