The T.I.M.E Blueprint: Navigating Taxes, Income, Money & Estate Planning with Oliver Asset Management

Frank Oliver
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Welcome to The T.I.M.E Blueprint with Frank Oliver of Oliver Asset Management. On this show, we break down Taxes, Income, Money, and Estate Planning, giving you the tools to make informed financial decisions and aim for better retirement outcomes. Your host is financial advisor Frank Oliver, the president and founder of Oliver Asset Management. He’s the author of “Your T.I.M.E is Now”, sharing the essentials you need to know to craft a comprehensive and customized retirement plan. Based in Longmont, Colorado, Frank has helped hundreds of families over the years achieve their retirement goals. Listen and watch the podcast on YouTube as we offer clear strategies and straightforward advice, all designed to empower you in your financial journey. Welcome to The T.I.M.E Blueprint! Visit https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/ or call 720-897-8463 to get in touch!

  1. 12/04/2025

    The 6 Retirement Questions Smart People Ask

    You’ve probably heard the saying, “There’s no such thing as a bad question.” But in retirement planning, the way you frame your question often determines the quality of your answer. In this episode, we’ll share some common retirement questions, and how a simple reframing might lead to a more useful answer.  Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 💭 A different way to think about long-term care decisions 🧾 Thinking about taxes beyond just “this year” 🧮 Social Security: why maximizing isn’t always the goal 🏠 Deciding whether to pay off mortgage debt 🪣 How bucket planning helps you manage (not avoid) risk Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    20 min

  2. 10/30/2025

    Are Two Financial Advisors Too Many?

    Some people believe having two financial advisors means double the wisdom. But could it really mean double the problems? Today, Frank tackles a listener’s question about whether splitting money between multiple advisors could be beneficial or just create more confusion. Do more voices mean more value? Tune in as we discuss that idea today!  Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 💬 Two-Advisor Dilemma: why some people think more advisors mean more wisdom 🤯 Confusion & Diversification Myths: how too many voices can create problems 📈 Tax Impacts & Roth Conversions: when uncoordinated strategies could cost you money 🤝 When It Works: cases where multiple advisors can actually add value Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    10 min

  3. 09/25/2025

    What It’s Really Like to Be A Client Of A Financial Advisor

    We often talk about what it’s like to become a client, but today let’s talk about what it’s like to be a client. Money matters change over time, but the value of a real relationship with an advisor- someone who knows your story and cares about your outcome- never does. In this episode, Frank pulls back the curtain on what ongoing client relationships look like inside his practice, Oliver Asset Management.  Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 🤝 Unexpected Benefits: Surprising perks to having an advisor in your corner  💬 Beyond the numbers: Financial planning is also about relationships and building trust 📅 Ongoing reviews: How regular check-ins can help monitor progress 🎉 Client Community: Social and informational events that bring clients together 🎯 Advisor & Coach: Supporting clients through planning conversations and major life transitions Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    11 min

  4. 08/14/2025

    How To Avoid Going Back To Work After Retirement

    Your neighbor just went back to work after retiring, and now you’re wondering- did I miss something? If you’re having second thoughts, this episode is for you. Frank shares why some retirees end up returning to work and smart ways to help avoid the same fate. Tune in as he walks through the most common pitfalls that send people back into the workforce, along with proactive steps to keep your retirement on track.  Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 💼 Why some retirees run short and go back to work 📅 How quarterly reviews help catch problems early 🏖 Budgeting realistically for your active years 📉 Using conservative growth estimates 🔑 Small adjustments that can help keep you retired Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    8 min

  5. 06/19/2025

    Will a Trust Help Your Kids Save on Taxes?

    Trusts are often touted as smart estate planning tools, but could they actually reduce taxes for your heirs? In this listener mailbag episode, Frank responds to a question from Roger, who asks whether setting up a trust could help his children save on taxes when inheriting investment accounts. Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 🤔Why many trusts don’t provide tax savings for the average estate 🧾 The current federal estate tax exemption threshold 🏛️ When trusts could be valuable estate planning tools beyond tax savings ⚖️ Working with an advisor AND attorney before making estate planning decisions Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    5 min

  6. 06/12/2025

    Mailbag: Bigger Mortgage Approved... But Should I Take It?

    If you've recently been pre-approved for a mortgage, you might be surprised by how much house you technically can buy. But qualifying for a certain loan amount doesn’t always mean it aligns with your financial goals. In today’s episode, Frank answers a listener’s question about whether it might make sense to buy at the top of your budget or to consider a more measured approach. Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 🏡 Why qualifying for a large mortgage doesn’t always mean it’s the right fit 🧾 Factors to consider beyond the purchase price 🗣️ How traditional advice about “buying big” could potentially backfire Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    4 min

  7. 06/05/2025

    Mailbag: Is It Bad to Leave My Old 401k Where It Is?

    If you’ve switched jobs in the past few years, chances are you’ve got an old 401k sitting somewhere, collecting dust and possibly fees. Today, Frank answers a listener’s question about what to do with old 401ks, when a rollover might make sense, and how to avoid common pitfalls when making the switch.  While it may seem harmless to leave your old 401k alone, that decision requires careful consideration, so stay tuned!   Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 🏦 What can happen if you leave your old 401k untouched 📉 Why target-date funds may not be the best fit for you  🧾 How some 401k plans can trigger tax bills for beneficiaries 🧭 Why a rollover could offer more investment flexibility Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    8 min

  8. 05/29/2025

    Is 2025 A Bad Time To Retire?

    Plenty of people have concerns about stock market volatility, a potential recession on the horizon, and worries for the economy amidst recent news. What if you’ve had 2025 marked on the calendar for a while as the year you plan to retire? Is this a bad time to do it? In this episode, Frank walks through five considerations near-retirees should weigh before hitting the eject button on work in 2025 and beyond. Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 📉 Why 10% down shouldn’t automatically derail your retirement dreams 🪣 How a bucket strategy can help calm retirement nerves 🧠 The risks of emotional investing 🔎 Looking at your individual situation before panicking  Learn more about the T.I.M.E™ process: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/time Phone: (720) 897-8463 Contact our team: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/contact#Calendly It’s T.I.M.E for a plan! Schedule a no-cost session here: https://calendly.com/oliverassetmanagement/schedule-a-meeting-with-frank-oliver?month=2023-09 Get a copy of Frank’s book: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/book-copy-request Check out our other no-cost financial resources here: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/resources#GuidesandCheatSheets Access your Ed Slott Master Elite IRA Advisor Toolbox: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/colorado-ed-slott-master-elite-ira-advisor Attend an upcoming event: https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/events Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmqjvQuXjfc01YRwMUJBAsQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OliverAssetManagement/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oliver-asset-management-co/

    10 min
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Welcome to The T.I.M.E Blueprint with Frank Oliver of Oliver Asset Management. On this show, we break down Taxes, Income, Money, and Estate Planning, giving you the tools to make informed financial decisions and aim for better retirement outcomes. Your host is financial advisor Frank Oliver, the president and founder of Oliver Asset Management. He’s the author of “Your T.I.M.E is Now”, sharing the essentials you need to know to craft a comprehensive and customized retirement plan. Based in Longmont, Colorado, Frank has helped hundreds of families over the years achieve their retirement goals. Listen and watch the podcast on YouTube as we offer clear strategies and straightforward advice, all designed to empower you in your financial journey. Welcome to The T.I.M.E Blueprint! Visit https://www.oliverassetmanagement.com/ or call 720-897-8463 to get in touch!

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