59 episodes

Welcome to the Paragon Financial Partners podcast with Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza. Our goal is to provide you with timely commentary and insight regarding the financial markets, long-term investing, wealth management, and your money mindset.

For more information regarding the topics discussed or to learn about our services please contact us at the following:

Paragon Financial Partners
5850 Canoga Ave, Suite 400
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
P: (310) 557-1515
E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com

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Welcome to the Paragon Financial Partners podcast with Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza. Our goal is to provide you with timely commentary and insight regarding the financial markets, long-term investing, wealth management, and your money mindset.

For more information regarding the topics discussed or to learn about our services please contact us at the following:

Paragon Financial Partners
5850 Canoga Ave, Suite 400
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
P: (310) 557-1515
E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com

    SECURE Act 2.0 - What Took Effect in 2024 and What Didn't

    SECURE Act 2.0 - What Took Effect in 2024 and What Didn't

    Last year we discussed several of the upcoming changes to retirement accounts stemming from the SECURE Act 2.0 that was passed back in 2022. It's now 2024 and many of the changes we discussed have gone into effect while others have been delayed. In this episode of the Paragon Podcast, Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza discuss the most important rules changes that are now in effect for 2024 along with a major rule change that has been postponed until 2026. 
     
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    Paragon Financial Partners 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 T: (310) 557-1515 E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com www.paragonfinancialpartners.com
    Disclaimer: The topics discussed in the Paragon Podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be taken as direct investment advice. To read our disclosures and download a copy of our Form ADV, click HERE. 

    • 13 min
    Tax-Loss Harvesting Before Year End

    Tax-Loss Harvesting Before Year End

    With a little over three months left in 2023, it’s a good time to start thinking about charitable donations, retirement plan contributions, and the focus of this episode – tax-loss harvesting. In this episode, Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza discuss the ins and outs of tax-loss harvesting and how you can use it to possibly lower your tax liability. Please subscribe and give the podcast a like. 
     
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    Paragon Financial Partners 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 T: (310) 557-1515 E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com www.paragonfinancialpartners.com
    Disclaimer: The topics discussed in the Paragon Podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be taken as direct investment advice. To read our disclosures and download a copy of our Form ADV, click HERE. 

    • 10 min
    The Secure Act 2.0 - Convert 529 College Savings Plans to Roth IRAs

    The Secure Act 2.0 - Convert 529 College Savings Plans to Roth IRAs

    Starting January 2024 one of the most notable rules changes to 529 College Savings Plans goes into effect. Families with excess funds in their 529 College Savings Plans will be allowed to convert those 529 Savings plan assets into Roth IRAs. In this episode, Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza discuss everything you need to know regarding the conversion process. 
     
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    For more information regarding this topic, or to download a transcript of this episode, you may contact us at the following:


    Paragon Financial Partners 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 T: (310) 557-1515 E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com www.paragonfinancialpartners.com
    Disclaimer: The topics discussed in the Paragon Podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be taken as direct investment advice. To read our disclosures and download a copy of our Form ADV, click HERE. 

    • 11 min
    The SECURE Act 2.0 Brings MAJOR Changes to Your Retirement Accounts

    The SECURE Act 2.0 Brings MAJOR Changes to Your Retirement Accounts

    At the very end of 2022 Congress passed the SECURE Act 2.0 and with it come wide sweeping changes to almost all retirement accounts. Listen in as Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza review some of the most important changes impacting employer sponsored retirement accounts, IRAs, Roth contribution rules, and even 529 college savings plans. Don't forget to follow and subscribe!
     
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    For more information regarding this topic, or to download a transcript of this episode, you may contact us at the following:


    Paragon Financial Partners 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 T: (310) 557-1515 E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com www.paragonfinancialpartners.com
    Disclaimer: The topics discussed in the Paragon Podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be taken as direct investment advice. To read our disclosures and download a copy of our Form ADV, click HERE. 

    • 11 min
    Are Your Assets Safe With Your Broker?

    Are Your Assets Safe With Your Broker?

    It has been a rough year for banks culminating in the closure of four regional banks so far. With that, you may be wondering about the safety of your assets held with your broker. Listen to this episode of the Paragon Podcast and Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza discuss how brokerage firms safeguard your assets.
     
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    For more information regarding this topic, or to download a transcript of this episode, you may contact us at the following:


    Paragon Financial Partners 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 T: (310) 557-1515 E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com www.paragonfinancialpartners.com
    Disclaimer: The topics discussed in the Paragon Podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be taken as direct investment advice. To read our disclosures and download a copy of our Form ADV, click HERE. 

    • 8 min
    Market Declines Make Roth Conversions More Attractive

    Market Declines Make Roth Conversions More Attractive

    It's been a rough year for investors with declining markets across the globe. However, not everything is all bad. Investors with a long-term view can now better take advantage of Roth conversions in order to increase their tax-free retirement income or try to maximize their estates. Tune in to this episode as Evan Shorten and Elean Mendoza dive into Roth conversions. 

    Stay up to date with the Paragon Podcast and our written Insights by signing up for our mailing list HERE. 

     
    For more information regarding this topic, or to download a transcript of this episode, you may contact us at the following:


    Paragon Financial Partners 1901 Avenue of the Stars, 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90067 T: (310) 557-1515 E: info@paragonfinancialpartners.com www.paragonfinancialpartners.com
    Disclaimer: The topics discussed in the Paragon Podcast are for informational purposes only and should not be taken as direct investment advice. To read our disclosures and download a copy of our Form ADV, click HERE. 

    • 10 min

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Great podcast always informative

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