America's Wealth Management Show

America's Wealth Management Show
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Modern Wealth Management presents America's Wealth Management Show with Dean Barber. Dean and his guests, America's leaders in the financial industry, have made it their missions to show everyone how to grow, keep, and leave their money. Since 2003, America's Wealth Management Show has informed and educated retirees and those nearing retirement on what life is like after your working career ends. Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Adviser.

  1. 2h ago

    How Long Will My Retirement Money Last?

    Get your Modern Confidence Score here: yourconfidencescore.com Meet with us: https://bit.ly/4vG69U7 Education center: https://bit.ly/4ewgoEV Sources: Insights provided by Chris Rett, CFP®, AIF® and Dean Barber Managing Director of Modern Wealth Management, LLC. • https://www.investmentnews.com/retirement-planning/vanguard-fidelity-data-show-new-record-highs-in-401k-savings/265542   • https://www.ebri.org/content/2026-retirement-confidence-survey-finds-americans-less-confident-about-retirement-as-worries-grow-over-social-security--medicare-and-rising-costs   • https://youtube.com/shorts/K45hy_Tq7Uw?si=JGBrroGZNIHMNKN4  • https://finance.yahoo.com/news/retirement-outlook-gen-z-wants-170327130.html? guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALyeLSPtCYrrhFL8PnBk-bi9NMGvubqp9NluFgfL0liOr2JqcuS2FHLne8NJCHiPpFoLS_GEKaYeRfzKpBkdJ1064Qk2G8EKSaIBUvQV9-hZTv4QAsZoIA7ZPYOP1K8W7VL0r4bWrk2bB8riAapW2WhMeKZYEsPJ2Gw9jhSzQLg7&guccounter=2  • https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/average-retirement-savings   • https://theconversation.com/why-is-climbing-mount-everest-so-dangerous-206099   • https://www.ebri.org/docs/default-source/rcs/2026-rcs/2026-rcs-release-report.pdf? sfvrsn=1229022f_1    • https://workplace.vanguard.com/insights-and-research/report/previewing-how-america-saves-2026.html  • https://www.modwm.com/2026-401k-and-ira-contribution-limits/    _____  Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    30 min

  2. Jun 4

    Safe Withdrawal Rates for Retirement in 2026

    Morningstar lowered the safe withdrawal rate to 3.9%. Learn how the utilization of a static rate may not actually be optimal. Get your Modern Confidence Score here: yourconfidencescore.com Meet with us: https://bit.ly/4o42NHY Education center: https://bit.ly/4uy9KmB Retirement Plan Checklist: Retirement Checklist What is a safe withdrawal rate for my retirement portfolio? You should move past static retirement metrics. While Morningstar's updated research establishes a conservative, baseline safe withdrawal rate of 3.9% to counter 2026 market realities, executing a single flat percentage over a multi-decade timeline is inefficient. Video Chapters: 0:00 - Is the traditional 4% retirement withdrawal rule dead? 1:04 - Can I safely take out 5.7% of my retirement? 3:46 - Why is spending money in retirement so difficult? 07:49 - What is financial planning "Gamma"? 12:14 - Will selling my vacation home change my retirement timeline? 15:42 - Should I take my annual retirement distribution all at once in January? 17:03 - How do I use a dynamic withdrawal strategy to survive a market crash? 21:52 - Does a commission-free annuity make sense for retirement? 25:16 - Can I use a temporary annuity to bridge the gap until my age 70 Social Security maxes out? 27:02 - Which account should I pull from first to lower my taxes? 28:54 - Am I accidentally paying ordinary income tax rates on my bonds and CDs? 29:51 - How do I qualify for a 0% tax rate on my stock dividends? 31:14 - Will the Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT) trigger a stealth tax on my brokerage wins? 35:05 – By how much should I reduce spending if the stock market drops? Sources: Insights provided by Chris Rett, CFP®, AIF® and Dean Barber Managing Director of Modern Wealth Management, LLC. Morningstar: Estimate How Much You Can Spend in Retirement (2026 Safe Withdrawal Rates): https://www.morningstar.com/retirement/estimate-how-much-you-can-spend-retirement  Morningstar Investment Management: "Alpha, Beta, and Now... Gamma" (David Blanchett & Paul Kaplan): https://www.morningstar.com/content/dam/marketing/shared/research/foundational/677796 -AlphaBetaGamma.pdf https://www.macrotrends.net/2016/10-year-treasury-bond-rate-yield- chart  https://www.bankrate.com/banking/cds/historical-cd-interest-rates/  https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/four-percent-rule.asp  https://news.northwesternmutual.com/2026-04-01-Americans-Believe-They-Will-Need-1-46-Million-to-Retire-Comfortably,-Up-More-Than-15-Since-Last-Year,-According-to-Northwestern-Mutual-2026-Planning-Progress-Study  https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/FEDFUNDS  _____ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    36 min

  3. May 28

    How Much Do I Need to Retire?

    Recent data from Northwestern Mutual indicates that many Americans believe they need $1.46M to retire comfortably, but actual savings vary widely based on individual circumstances. Get your Modern Confidence Score here: yourconfidencescore.com Meet with us: https://bit.ly/4nWxgYC Education center: https://bit.ly/4wPTvnb Retirement Plan Checklist: Retirement Checklist Video Chapters The Baseline Metrics 00:00 – Cold Open 01:07 – How much do I need to retire comfortably? 03:47 - Will I pay more taxes if my money is sitting in a Traditional 401(k) instead of a Roth? The Savings Gap & Psychology 04:53 - How much has the average boomer saved for retirement? 10:48 - Why do I feel like I'm going to run out of money even though I've saved for retirement? The Customization Layer 18:45 - Is a generic target date fund in my 401(K) bad? 21:16 – What is a "brokerage link" to open better investment options? 24:05 - Is taking an outstanding loan against my retirement bad? The Cost of Living & Gifting 26:30 - How much money will I spend on traveling in retirement? 30:25 - Why are only 12% of Baby Boomers using a Roth 401(k)? Sources: Here's What Americans Think They'll Need for Retirement https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/what-do-americans-think-theyll-need-for-retirement/ How do your retirement savings stack up? https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/average-retirement-savings Retirement Income Strategy: How Much Do You Need? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLtUEGkBdBQ  ___________ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser.  Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    34 min

  4. May 21

    What Should I Invest My Money In?

    Get your Modern Confidence Score: https://www.modwm.com/modern-confidence-score/  Visit the Modern Wealth Management Education Center for more informative retirement content. https://bit.ly/4tugotf   To explore our financial services, schedule a meeting with the Modern Wealth Management Team:  https://bit.ly/4dkxOE9  Where should I invest my cash to beat inflation? You should completely stop asking where to invest your capital as an isolated step. Instead, the foundational question you must answer is what your money needs to do dynamically to accomplish your lifetime lifestyle goals with the least amount of risk possible. Attempting to buy individual investment vehicles before undergoing an analysis of your net spending needs and multi-generational goals can be short-sighted. Key Learning Outcomes • Investment Malpractice: Why receiving an asset recommendation before an intensive personal financial analysis fails fiduciary standards.  • The CAPE Ratio Reality: Understanding what a 37 valuation reading means for your long-term return expectations.  • The Cash Drag Trap: Why safety instruments like money markets expose your retirement to devastating inflation and interest rate risk.  • The Delayed Claim Win: How deferring Social Security to age 70 protects your household against outliving your capital.  Chapters: 0:00 - Where should I invest my money right now? 2:17 - What is the right question to ask my financial advisor? 6:43 - How do I stop fear and greed from ruining my portfolio? 9:58 - How did the 2025 tariff shock and 2026 Iran conflict affect the market?  11:43 - Will my retirement survive a prolonged war or correction? 13:03 - Can I swap my current investment model to protect against downside risk?  14:00 - Is keeping all my cash in a savings account the safe? 15:27 - What is a "bull market"? 19:13 - Is a 60/40 allocation across all my accounts a mistake? 20:35 - Will Social Security actually be around by the time I retire? 24:53 - When should I start claiming my Social Security benefits? 26:12 - How do I maximize my Social Security to protect my surviving spouse? 27:30 - What is the actual break-even age for delaying my benefits? 31:52 - Am I hoarding too much cash right now? Sources: Insights provided by Dean Barber and Chris Rett, CFP®, AIF® of Modern Wealth Management. - Investment Directions: 2026 outlook https://www.ishares.com/us/insights/inside-the-market/2026-market-outlook-investment-directions  - BlackRock: Investment Directions (2026 Asset Allocation Trends): https://www.blackrock.com/us/financial-professionals/insights/inside-the-market/investment-directions  - ETF Database / AAII Sentiment Survey: What Could Move Stocks in 2026: https://etfdb.com/etf-strategist-channel/move-stocks-2026/  - AAII Sentiment Survey: Pessimism Pulls Back  https://www.aaii.com/latest/article/455181-aaii-sentiment-survey-pessimism-pulls-back  - US - S&P 500 Cyclically Adjusted PE Ratio https://en.macromicro.me/collections/34/us-stock-relative/410/us-sp500-cyclically-adjusted-price-earnings-ratio  - Only when the tide goes out do you discover who's been swimming naked. https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/warren_buffett_383933  Personal Finance - Social Security claims at 62 get social media buzz — experts say proceed with caution https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/11/social-security-break-even-analysis.html  ___________ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    36 min

  5. May 14

    5 Retirement Plan Checklist Items

    The Retirement Plan Checklist can be found here: https://bit.ly/49zBeQR  Get your Modern Confidence Score: https://www.modwm.com/modern-confidence-score/  Visit the Modern Wealth Management Education Center for more informative retirement content. https://bit.ly/4tF6ftU  To explore our financial services, schedule a meeting with the Modern Wealth Management Team: https://bit.ly/49MkK80  How much money do I need to retire comfortably? You should stop focusing on "80% replacement" rules of thumb and instead identify the specific net spendable income that needs to be deposited into your bank account month after month . In the 2026 landscape, a successful plan must account for taxes on IRA distributions, the $24,500 401(k) contribution limit, and the rising cost of health care, which can squeeze your travel and legacy budget 10 to 15 years into retirement. Chapters: 0:00 - How much net income do I actually need to retire? 3:17 - Will I have enough money to retire comfortably in 2026? 4:46 - Why is my health care costing more than I planned?  6:14 - Should I use the NUA rule for my company stock? 11:13 - How do I plan my budget using a "net number" basis? 14:24 - How will my retirement plan survive a catastrophe? 16:07 - How can I pay for long-term care using life insurance?  21:52 - Can the insurance company raise my premiums later? 30:07 - Will my portfolio survive a market drop early in retirement? 34:17 - When is the right time for me to stop working? 35:56 - How do I use the "Super Catch-Up" to save more at age 60?  36:16 - Why is my Medicare so expensive two years after I retired? Sources: Insights provided by Dean Barber and Chris Rett, CFP®, AIF® of Modern Wealth Management. • Plootus Research: Retirement Statistics 2026: 60+ Key Data Points: https://www.plootus.com/retirement-statistics-2026  • 2025 Retirement Survey: 58% of Seniors Fear Running Out of Money SafeMoney.com: Average Retirement Age in the US (EBRI and Gallup Data): https://www.retirementliving.com/state-of-retirement   • Jenner & Block: 2026 Retirement Plan Amendment Deadline: https://www.jenner.com/en/news-insights/client-alerts/2026-retirement-plan-amendment-deadline-what-plan-sponsors-need-to-know  • Fidelity Investments: Secure Act 2.0 Changes: https://www.fidelity.com/learning-center/personal-finance/secure-act-2 • IRS 2026 Publication 1099 Instructions: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/p1099--2026.pdf  ___________ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    38 min

  6. May 7

    5 Tax Planning Strategies You Need to Know for Retirement

    Visit the Modern Wealth Management Education Center for more informative retirement content. https://bit.ly/42OMnJP To explore our financial services, schedule a meeting with the Modern Wealth Management Team: https://bit.ly/4wd6hLZ  Retirement Plan Checklist: https://bit.ly/4tUaq6c  Chapters: 0:00 - How is tax planning different from tax preparation? 3:24 - Why does my CPA need to see my full financial plan? 5:47 - Will I save more on taxes if I bunch my charitable gifts? 8:36 - Should I put my 401(k) money into a Roth or Traditional account? 13:41 - What is the 2026 "super catch-up" contribution for ages 60 to 63? 15:27 - How does diversifying my accounts lower my taxes?  18:30 - Can I take the new $6,000 senior deduction? 20:29 - How do I get a 0% tax rate on my capital gains? (As a married couple over 65) 24:25 - Which account should I take money from first in retirement?  31:57 - Will I lose my tax deduction if I sell and rebuy a stock? 32:51 - Why did my Medicare cost go up even though I'm retired? (Understanding IRMAA) You can lower your lifetime tax bill by using forward-looking tax planning instead of just tax prep. Learn how the new $6,000 senior deduction works. Should I itemize my deductions in 2026? You should only itemize if your total qualified expenses—such as mortgage interest, state and local taxes (SALT), and charitable gifts—exceed the new $32,200 standard deduction for married couples or $16,100 for single filers. Because the One Big Beautiful Bill Act made the ballooned standard deduction permanent while raising the SALT cap to $40,400, a large majority of Americans will find it more tax-efficient to take the standard deduction rather than tracking individual receipts. Sources: Insights provided by Dean Barber and Corey Hulstein, CPA of Modern Wealth Management. 2026 Tax Brackets: IRS Makes Inflation Adjustments by Modern Wealth Management: https://www.modwm.com/2026-tax-brackets/  2026 401(k) and IRA Contribution Limits by Modern Wealth Management: https://www.modwm.com/2026-401k-and-ira-contribution-limits/  Questions and Answers on the Net Investment Income Tax by IRS.gov: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/questions-and-answers-on-the-net-investment-income-tax  ___________ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    35 min

  7. Apr 30

    Teaching Your Kids and Grandkids About Investing

    Visit the Modern Wealth Education Center for more informative retirement content. https://bit.ly/3R6EHjq  To explore our financial services, schedule a meeting with the Modern Wealth Management Team:  https://bit.ly/4cRqwpA  How do I teach my kids and grandkids about financial literacy? You should start by instilling the duty of ownership through diversified market investments, such as an S&P 500 index fund, which allows even young investors to own pieces of corporations. Public education systems often fail to teach basic money management, thus, responsibility falls on families to host annual meetings and explain concepts like compound interest—the element that allows wealth to double approximately every eight years historically. In the 2026 landscape, a key focus is understanding the difference between being a "Loaner" (Bonds) and an "Owner" (Stocks) is critical for young adults: bonds offer a known outcome with fixed interest, while stocks represent an investment that allows participation in innovation and growth.  Financial success also hinges on identifying the difference between good debt and bad debt. While credit card debt and payday loans are "bad debt" that should be avoided at all costs, a low-interest mortgage (such as those secured at less than 3% during the 2020-2021 window) can be considered "good debt" if managed with discipline. Key Learning Outcomes Generational Duty: Why parents and grandparents must bridge the gap left by public financial education. The "Trump Account": Preparing for the July rollout of this new long-term compounding tool. Market Psychology: Learning to view stock prices as only a potential loss or gain and how to avoid emotional decision-making. Debt Management: Why "no bad debt ever" is the fundamental rule for relationships and financial peace. 0:00 Why is Financial Literacy Important? 1:49 The Role of Parents & Grandparents in 2026  2:50 July Update: The New Trump Account for Long-Term Growth  4:35 What's the Difference Between Stocks and Bonds? 9:17 Temporary vs. Permanent Loss in the Market 11:15 401(k) Strategy: Matching, Cash Reserves, and Roth Options  13:44 What is Good Debt vs. Bad Debt? 17:32 The 70-20-10 Budgeting Rule for New Grads  22:37 What Does a Financial Advisor Do? 28:06 Family Finances: Having the Hard Meetings  32:22 Why is Portfolio Diversification Important? Sources: Insights provided by Dave Petso, CFP® and Dean Barber of Modern Wealth Management. Vanguard, Fidelity data show new record highs in 401(k) savings https://www.investmentnews.com/retirement-planning/vanguard-fidelity-data-show-new-record-highs-in-401k-savings/265542  Kiplinger Article: What Is the Rule of 72 and How Can Investors Use It? https://www.kiplinger.com/investing/what-is-the-rule-of-72#:~:text=What%20is%20the%20Rule%20of%2072%20in%20simple%20terms?,divided%20by%20nine%20equals%20eight).  Nebraska Dept. of Banking and Finance Website: Doubling Your Money With the 'Rule of 72' https://ndbf.nebraska.gov/doubling-your-money-rule-72#:~:text=How%20It%20Works,Understand%20your%20risk%20tolerance.  Article: Down 25% From Its High, Is Now the Time to Buy Microsoft Stock? https://finance.yahoo.com/news/down-25-high-now-time-012000490.html  ___________ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

    35 min

  8. Apr 23

    Retirement Planning Tips for Single Individuals

    Resources: Meet with us: https://bit.ly/4tfEV6e  Education center: https://bit.ly/4vKzaPE  Retirement Plan Checklist: https://bit.ly/3QkPmXp  Retiring as a single individual in 2026 is mathematically more challenging than for married couples because single filers reach the 22% ordinary income tax bracket at roughly half the income level of those filing married-jointly ($100,000 vs. $200,000) . Without a "built-in" support system or caregiver, single retirees must prioritize a "Power Package" of legal documents—specifically Financial and Medical Powers of Attorney—to ensure their healthcare and financial wishes are executed should they become incapacitated. Video Chapters 0:00 Introduction: Why Financial Planning for Singles is Different  1:06 Personal Story: Navigating Independence After Loss  3:37 The Independence Factor: Building Your Own Support System  5:33 Tax Headwinds: Single vs. Married Filing Jointly  7:04 The Widow's Penalty: Transitioning to a Single Tax Filer  8:58 The Planning Window: RMDs at Age 75 and Roth Conversions  10:01 Capital Gains Levers: Capturing the 0% Tax Bracket  11:55 Long-Term Care for Singles: Stress-Testing "Solo Aging"  14:19 Modern Housing: Remodeling for Forever vs. Community Living  16:15 Legacy and End-of-Life Planning Without Heirs  17:41 DON'T DO THAT: The Single Person's Power of Attorney Mistake 20:12 Starting the Journey: The Freedom of the Planning Process Sources: https://youtu.be/Cd3As3HjCMg  https://youtu.be/N8MiXAKTbmc  https://youtu.be/C7_GdgN502Q   https://youtu.be/lSy5ggQWmn8  https://www.modwm.com/catch-up-contributions-for-your-retirement-plan/  __________ Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, a registered investment adviser. The views expressed represent the opinion of Modern Wealth Management a Registered Investment Adviser. Information provided is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. Modern Wealth Management does not accept any liability for the use of the information discussed. Consult with a qualified financial, legal, or tax professional prior to taking any action.

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Modern Wealth Management presents America's Wealth Management Show with Dean Barber. Dean and his guests, America's leaders in the financial industry, have made it their missions to show everyone how to grow, keep, and leave their money. Since 2003, America's Wealth Management Show has informed and educated retirees and those nearing retirement on what life is like after your working career ends. Investment advisory services offered through Modern Wealth Management, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Adviser.

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