Pension Attention

Brad Barrett
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Pension Attention

Pension Attention is a show dedicated to helping firefighters and police officers take charge of their finances to build a life they love. Your host Brad Barrett is a Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management, a top ranked independent investment advisory firm managing $5B in assets for clients. He has advised families in the Los Angeles City Fire Department for over 12 years, is an active member in Kingdom Advisors, a biblically based advisory network and holds the certified financial planning designation.

  1. How To Protect Your Accounts From Hackers And Scammers

    3D AGO

    How To Protect Your Accounts From Hackers And Scammers

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad dives into the digital depths of the dark web to face off against cyber-hackers trying to scam you out of your hard-earned cash. With a couple keystrokes they can empty retirement accounts and ensure you spend your golden years in the poor house. Don’t worry, though — you don’t need to suit up in turnout gear and a bulletproof vest to protect your finances. We’ve got 6 essential tips to keep your retirement accounts safe from digital disasters, shady scammers, and heartless hackers.   Show Highlights Include: •      Scammed Out Of Billions! (1:45)   •      Having Someone On Your Side  (2:45)  •      Scam Red Flags (5:00)  •      Brute Force Attacks (6:50)  •      Monitor Activity Regularly (8:50)   Listen Now!   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.

    13 min
  2. 5 Tips To Help You Talk To Your Kids About Money

    JUN 23

    5 Tips To Help You Talk To Your Kids About Money

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. In this week’s episode, Brad delves into the vital topic of teaching children about financial responsibility. He emphasizes why starting early can have a lasting impact on their future and outlines practical approaches that parents can implement at different stages of a child’s development. Drawing on over two decades of experience advising clients—and lessons learned from raising his own children—Brad offers real-world strategies to help families build a strong financial foundation for the next generation. Show Highlights Include: Start Slow But Start Early (6:30)  Be Honest (8:30)  Values Not Figures (10:30)  Family Goals (13:30)  Do It Together (15:00)   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-409-8150.

    18 min
  3. Why A Financial Advisor Is Still Better Than AI

    JUN 16

    Why A Financial Advisor Is Still Better Than AI

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad dives into the world of AI—how it’s transforming tools and insights, but still falls short of replacing a real advisor. From understanding your personal goals to building trust, some things only come from human connection. AI is smart, but it’s not in your corner the way an advisor is. Brad explains why that still matters when it comes to managing your portfolio. Show Highlights Include: Numbers vs. Nuance (2:30)  Data vs. Context (3:30)  Behavior Beats Brilliance (4:30)  Planning Is Personal (6:00)  Tools vs. Trust (7:30)   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-409-8150.

    13 min
  4. What Questions Your Financial Advisor Should Be Asking You

    JUN 2

    What Questions Your Financial Advisor Should Be Asking You

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad breaks down the six essential questions every good financial advisor should ask. He dives into the what's, why's, how's, and when's—giving you the tools to set yourself up for financial success. Listen Now! Show Highlights Include: ·      Asking About You (5:00) ·      What Do You Have? And Why? (7:00) ·      How Will You Use It? (11:00) ·      When Will You Use It? (15:00) ·       How Much? (18:00)   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.

    22 min
  5. Why Financial Advisors Seemingly Hate Cryptocurrencies

    MAY 19

    Why Financial Advisors Seemingly Hate Cryptocurrencies

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad breaks down the top four reasons most financial advisors avoid recommending these assets. From high volatility and elevated risk to unproven track records, he explains why many advisors choose not to manage or endorse them for their clients. Listen Now! Show Highlights Include: ·      Our Preconceived Notions (1:30) ·      High Volatility (9:00) ·      Lack of Regulation (10:00) ·      Unproven Track Record (10:30) ·      Advisors Concerns About Risky Assets (11:15)   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.

    15 min
  6. Is A Recession Coming And What Should I Be Looking For

    MAY 5

    Is A Recession Coming And What Should I Be Looking For

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad takes on a topic that a lot of us are worried about right now…recessions. With many pundits forecasting a recession hitting this year, he’s serving up the six indicators of a recession that you need to be watching out for. And as a bonus, giving you a couple benefits of recessions that prove there’s a silver lining to ever dark cloud. Show Highlights Include: •      Fears Of A Recession On The Rise? (2:00)  •      Recession Stats (4:25)  •      3 Primary Indicators Of A Recession (8:15)  •      3 Secondary Indicators (11:15)  •      Recessions Aren’t Necessarily Bad (13:00)   Listen Now!   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.

    19 min
  7. How To Manage The Emotional Ups and Downs Of Money

    APR 28

    How To Manage The Emotional Ups and Downs Of Money

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad reveals the emotional twists and turns of managing money — and empowers you with the strategies to take control and build the financial life you deserve. Listen Now! Show Highlights Include: The Ups and Downs (2:00)  Side Effects of Financial Stress(6:00)  Talk To Someone (7:00)  Take Inventory and Make a Plan (9:30)  Manage Stress (15:00)   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-409-8150.

    20 min
  8. How To Protect Your Deferred Compensation Plan From A Market Crash

    APR 21

    How To Protect Your Deferred Compensation Plan From A Market Crash

    The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes. On this week’s show, Brad addresses all the fear that’s spreading around volatility in the market and what investor’s fear most…a crash. We’re taking a look back at the history of crashes in this country to find out what we can learn from our past, and giving you tips on what you can do to protect your portfolio from a future crash.   Listen Now!   Show Highlights Include: •      Crashes Can Be Scary (2:00)  •      3 Phases Of A Crash (4:15)  •      This Is Nothing New (10:00)  •      What To Do…Nothing (12:00)  •      Protection through Diversity (15:30) •      Know Your Risk Tolerance (19:00)   To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.

    24 min
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11 Ratings

About

Pension Attention is a show dedicated to helping firefighters and police officers take charge of their finances to build a life they love. Your host Brad Barrett is a Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management, a top ranked independent investment advisory firm managing $5B in assets for clients. He has advised families in the Los Angeles City Fire Department for over 12 years, is an active member in Kingdom Advisors, a biblically based advisory network and holds the certified financial planning designation.

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  • Creator
    Brad Barrett
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    98
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
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