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Financial, tax and retirement planning guidance from Phil Putney. Each week Phil will talk about the keys to building a sound financial strategy that can survive throughout the ups and downs of the market. We'll have plenty of tax hacks along the way and other retirement facts!

  1. 2D AGO

    Is AI Coming For Your Retirement?

    Want to learn more about financial planning? Please subscribe to our channel and you won't miss a video ➟ https://bit.ly/33RO6mV   Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment You've seen the headlines. The IMF says AI is hitting the labor market "like a tsunami." Elon Musk says work will be "optional" within 20 years. Sam Altman says superintelligence could outperform top executives. It's a lot. And if you're within ten years of retirement, it's hard not to lose a little sleep over the implications of it all. Today, Phil tries to bring some sanity and reason to the emotional headlines. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🤖 Job Disruption Fears – AI as tool, not replacement 📊 AI Market Bubble? – Dot-com comparisons and caution 💼 Hidden Exposure – AI inside index funds 🔁 History Repeats – Automation changed jobs, not work 🧑‍💻 Human Still Matters – Advisors remain essential   CNBC article:  https://www.cnbc.com/2026/01/20/ai-impacting-labor-market-like-a-tsunami-as-layoff-fears-mount.html  Yale’s Budget Lab article: https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/evaluating-impact-ai-labor-market-current-state-affairs  World Economic Forum article: https://www.weforum.org/press/2025/01/future-of-jobs-report-2025-78-million-new-job-opportunities-by-2030-but-urgent-upskilling-needed-to-prepare-workforces/  Goldman Sachs article: https://www.goldmansachs.com/insights/articles/how-will-ai-affect-the-global-workforce  Fortune article:  https://finance.yahoo.com/news/morgan-stanley-predicts-ai-won-073000488.html  Brookings article: https://www.brookings.edu/articles/measuring-us-workers-capacity-to-adapt-to-ai-driven-job-displacement/    For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    18 min

  2. MAR 5

    Tax Mistakes New Retirees Can’t Afford to Make

    Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment Nobody likes tax season, but for new retirees, the rules can feel completely different. Income changes, required withdrawals begin, and decisions that once lowered taxes can create bigger bills later. Phil unpacks some of the most common retirement tax mistakes and how they show up in real life. A little forward planning can make a dramatic difference over the long run. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 💡 Future Tax Shock – RMDs can spike taxes 📆 RMD Rule Changes – Ages 73–75 and penalties 🔄 Roth Strategy – Coordinated long-term conversion planning 🧮 Social Security Taxes – Income mix affects taxation 👪 Spouse & Heirs – Widow’s penalty and inherited IRAs Read The 5 Biggest Tax Mistakes New Retirees Make in the First 5 Years https://www.kiplinger.com/taxes/tax-planning/biggest-tax-mistakes-new-retirees-make-in-first-years For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    16 min

  3. FEB 26

    Selling Your Business for $1M: Is It Enough To Retire?

    Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment For many business owners, the company isn’t just work; it’s the retirement plan. No 401(k). No diversified portfolio. Just years of sweat equity tied up in one asset. So, what happens when you finally sell? Phil explains what really happens during a business sale and tackles an even bigger question: once the check clears, how do you turn that lump sum into sustainable retirement income? Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 📑 Transaction Structure: Asset vs stock sale 💵 Tax Implications: Capital gains impact 📊 Retirement Planning: Income from proceeds 🧭 No Investing Experience? The learning curve is steep 📈 Diversification: Avoid concentration risk   For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    19 min

  4. FEB 19

    Retirement Decisions Aren’t All Black & White

    Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment Financial media loves simple answers: always do this or never do that. But real financial planning doesn’t work that way. Most of the biggest decisions people face in retirement live in the gray. Phil pulls back the curtain on the sensational advice dominating YouTube and financial media. Instead of chasing rigid rules, he explains why thoughtful coordination across multiple planning areas produces better outcomes. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 💰 Roth Conversions: Tax bracket timing matters 📊 Social Security: Math vs comfort decision 🛡 Life Insurance: Term vs permanent purpose 🏠 Mortgage Question: Numbers vs emotions 🧠 DIY Planning: Experience changes outcomes   For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    20 min

  5. FEB 12

    Selling an Inherited Home: The Tax Fear That Stops Families

    Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment Inheriting a home often brings more questions than answers, especially when taxes enter the conversation. Many families delay decisions because they’re afraid of making an expensive mistake. Phil clears up common misconceptions and explains why the tax outcome is often very different than people expect. If an inherited property is creating stress or uncertainty in your family, Phil shares some much-needed clarity. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🏠 Property Value Basics: How inherited homes are valued 💸 Capital Gains Reality: Why the tax fear is often overstated 🧠 Beyond the Numbers: Emotional and logistical challenges families face 📜 Estate Planning Tools: How trusts and ownership structure matter ⚖️ Legal & Financial Considerations: What to think through before selling   For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    17 min

  6. FEB 5

    Popular (and Controversial) Financial Advice: Smart or Risky?

    Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment Big-name financial personalities make bold claims that sound smart, but should you actually follow them? Phil reacts to some of the most talked-about money advice from well-known figures and puts it under a real-world lens. What happens when headline advice meets real people, real risk, and real retirement timelines? If you’ve ever wondered whether popular financial wisdom actually applies to you, this conversation will make you think twice before taking it at face value. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 💰 Bold Investment Claims: All-or-nothing retirement bets 🛡️ Extreme Safety Buffers: Cash comfort with hidden costs 🔥 Aggressive Withdrawal Rates: High risk in retirement 🤖 AI Utopian Promises: Betting retirement on future tech 🧭 Professional Perspective: Context beats headlines   For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    21 min

  7. JAN 29

    Shiny Object Syndrome: What Smart Investors Avoid

    Want to learn more about financial planning? Please subscribe to our channel and you won't miss a video ➟ https://bit.ly/33RO6mV Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment In the financial world, there’s no shortage of shiny objects, and most of them look a lot better than they actually are. Phil talks about the key signs of a reputable advisor and how to avoid the most common traps, no matter how enticing they may seem. When you focus on your long-term goals instead of the quick-hit promises, you help protect yourself from costly detours. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🎓 Credentials & Titles: Separating meaningful designations from marketing fluff 🏆 Awards & Recognition: Why many accolades don’t benefit clients ⏳ Urgency Traps: Limited-time offers and pressure-based pitches 🚀 Trendy Investments: Crypto, fads, and “set-it-and-forget-it” promises For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    15 min

  8. JAN 22

    Roth or Traditional at 55: Which 401(k) Makes Sense?

    Want to learn more about financial planning? Please subscribe to our channel and you won't miss a video ➟ https://bit.ly/33RO6mV Book an appointment with Phil to get your customized planning process started ➟ https://www.afswealthmgt.com/schedule-appointment If you’re weighing a Roth versus Traditional 401(k), you’re not alone and the right choice isn’t nearly as simple as it sounds. Phil breaks down the key factors that should drive the decision based on your long-term goals. Instead of leaning on generic rules of thumb, the focus is on understanding the math and the tradeoffs involved. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but guessing without a plan is almost always the wrong one. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 🌱 Roth Benefits – Paying tax now for future freedom 📊 Tax Brackets – Why today’s rate still matters 🧠 Decision Strategy – Running the math, not guessing 🔄 Contribution Flexibility – Adjusting elections as circumstances change   For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3WdDG96 Get your copy of The Tax-Smart Retiree: https://www.thetaxsmartretireebook.com/welcome

    15 min
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Financial, tax and retirement planning guidance from Phil Putney. Each week Phil will talk about the keys to building a sound financial strategy that can survive throughout the ups and downs of the market. We'll have plenty of tax hacks along the way and other retirement facts!

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  • Creator
    Phil Putney
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
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