Creating Wealth

Bill Taber and Anastasia Taber, CFP®

Creating Wealth brings you information and clarity to the world of investing and personal finance with your hosts, Anastasia Taber, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and Bill Taber, an investment advisor with over 40 years experience. The father-daughter pair answers your questions on how to invest, the psychological mindset it takes to create wealth, and dissects what you need to know about emerging financial trends.

  1. 13 MAR

    The Richest Man in Babylon: The 7 Money Principles That Still Work 100 Years Later

    What if the best financial advice ever written came from ancient Babylon and was published exactly 100 years ago? In this episode, Anastasia and Bill walk through the seven money principles from George S. Clason's classic The Richest Man in Babylon and break down why every single one of them still holds up in 2026. Bill has had his own handwritten notes from this book for decades, and today he brings them to the conversation. They cover: Pay yourself first — why 10% before anything else is the non-negotiable foundation of wealth, and what actually gets in the way Control your expenditures — the difference between what you need, what you want, and what you think you're supposed to have Make your money multiply — what compounding actually looks like over a lifetime, and where to start if you feel like you have nothing to invest Guard your money from loss — what Clason called "romantic desires in investment," and what that looks like today (hint: you've seen it on social media) Own your home, insure your future income, and increase your ability to earn — which of these three is the most underrated in 2026, and why Anastasia and Bill don't agree They also explore a bigger question:  Did George Clason understand the psychology of money before behavioral finance was even a field? Whether you've read the book or never heard of it, this episode will leave you with at least one principle you can act on this week. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share it with someone in your life who needs to hear it:  a friend who's been putting off their finances, a young adult just getting started, or anyone who could use a reset on how they think about money.

    27 min
  2. 27 FEB

    Should You Rebalance Quarterly? Why Calendar-Based Rebalancing Might Cost You Returns

    How often should you rebalance your investment portfolio? If you Google this question, you'll find the standard answer: quarterly or annually. But what if that advice doesn't fit YOUR situation? In this episode, father-daughter advisor team Bill and Anastasia Taber tackle the rebalancing debate: Questions answered:  ✓ What is portfolio rebalancing and why does it matter?  ✓ Why do passive investors rebalance on a calendar schedule?  ✓ What does academic research say about rebalancing benefits?  ✓ When should you break the quarterly rebalancing rule?  ✓ How do taxes change your rebalancing strategy?  ✓ Should you rebalance differently in your 401(k) vs. taxable account?  ✓ What's the difference between rebalancing for passive vs. active investors? The surprising truth: Without rebalancing, a 60/40 portfolio can drift to 80%+ stocks, creating way more risk than you intended. But rigid calendar-based rebalancing isn't the only solution. And for some investors, it's not even the best one. Anastasia (CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™) and Bill (40+ years managing client money) explain why they don't follow conventional rebalancing advice, share real examples of when calendar rebalancing hurts returns, and reveal the tax implications many investors miss. Your takeaway: A clear framework for deciding how often YOU should rebalance based on your investment style, tax situation, and time horizon. Perfect for DIY investors, those working with advisors, or anyone trying to build a smarter investment strategy. Subscribe for behavioral finance insights and practical financial tips. New episodes every other Friday.

    25 min
  3. 13 FEB

    AI, Crypto & Market Chaos: Back-to-Basics Wealth Building for Millennials

    Bitcoin dropped from all-time highs. AI agents are making headlines. Ray Dalio is warning about a once-in-a-generation debt cycle. So what should you actually do with your money right now? In this episode, we cut through the noise to help millennials navigate today's volatile markets. We break down what's really happening with crypto, investor sentiment, and the AI revolution, and why the fundamentals of wealth building matter more during uncertainty, not less. Here's what we cover: Why investor sentiment above 70% is a historical warning sign  Ray Dalio's Big Cycle Framework and what Stage 5 means for your money The AI boom: Separating what's interesting vs. what's actually actionable for your portfolio How to handle FOMO around AI stocks and crypto We end with an action plan to protect your financial future Whether you're wondering if you should sell everything, go to cash, or YOLO into AI stocks, this episode gives you the perspective and discipline to stay the course when headlines are screaming at you to panic. Boring works. Boring wins. And this episode explains why. Remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could benefit. For future podcast topics, you can email us at askcreatingwealth@taberasset.com. Related Episodes What History Teaches Us About the Future of the U.S. Economy Regulating Emotions During Jumpy Markets: A Re-Release Is Investing in the Stock Market the Same as Gambling?

    30 min
  4. 30 JAN

    Thinking Rich vs. Thinking Poor: 5 Mindset Shifts to Rewire Your Wealth Thermostat

    Why do lottery winners often end up broke within three years? Why do you suddenly face an unexpected car repair the moment you get a raise? It's not bad luck—it's your Money Blueprint. In this episode, we dive deep into the psychology of wealth with a breakdown of T. Harv Eker's classic book, Secrets of the Millionaire Mind. We explore the groundbreaking premise that financial success is 80% psychology and only 20% mechanics. You can know everything about stocks and real estate, but if your internal "financial thermostat" is set to "struggle," you will subconsciously sabotage your own growth. In this episode, we cover: The "Financial Thermostat": Why you are subconsciously programmed to earn a specific amount of money (and how to reset it higher). Interest vs. Commitment: The difference between "wanting" to be rich and doing what is required. The 5 Wealth Files: The specific mindset shifts millennials need to make, including: Victim vs. Creator: Stopping the blame game to take 100% responsibility. Offense vs. Defense: Why playing "not to lose" keeps you stuck in the middle class. Net Worth vs. Working Income: Why high earners often have low wealth. The Rewiring Process: A practical 5-step system (Awareness, Understanding, Disassociation, Declaration, Action) to uninstall your limiting beliefs. The 7-Day Challenge: How to use physical declarations to change your internal programming this week. If you feel like you are working hard but staying in the same financial place, this episode will show you how to stop fighting your results and start changing your roots.   Remember to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could benefit. For future podcast topics, you can email us at askcreatingwealth@taberasset.com.

    36 min
  5. 2 JAN

    The Financial Mental Load: Why You're Too Tired to Budget & How to Stop the "Bandwidth Tax"

    Are you "bad with money," or are you just exhausted? If your brain feels like a browser with 100 tabs open, you are likely carrying a heavy mental load. While we often talk about mental load regarding chores or parenting, there is a Financial Mental Load, the invisible worry, planning, and remembering, that is silently sabotaging your bank account. In this episode, we explore why burnout is not just an emotional issue; it is a financial one. We break down why smart, capable professionals struggle to stick to a budget and how decision fatigue leads to expensive impulse buys and "convenience costs." In this episode, you will learn: The "Bandwidth Tax": Why having a full to-do list literally lowers your financial IQ and leads to poor money decisions. The "Ostrich Effect": Why we ignore our bank accounts when we are stressed and how to break the cycle of avoidance. Revenge Bedtime Procrastination: The psychology behind why we stay up late shopping online to regain a sense of control. The "Financial Uniform": How to reduce decision fatigue by standardizing your money choices. Systems Over Willpower: Tools to automate your finances so they work even when you are running on empty. Stop beating yourself up for being tired. Tune in to learn how to lower your mental load and build a financial system that supports you, rather than drains you. Listen now and don't forget to subscribe, share, or leave a review to help others discover tools for financial growth and emotional well-being. For future podcast topics, you can email us at askcreatingwealth@taberasset.com.

    28 min

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Creating Wealth brings you information and clarity to the world of investing and personal finance with your hosts, Anastasia Taber, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and Bill Taber, an investment advisor with over 40 years experience. The father-daughter pair answers your questions on how to invest, the psychological mindset it takes to create wealth, and dissects what you need to know about emerging financial trends.