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If it seems too good to be true…it probably is

In late 1999, as I was starting my career in financial services, I went to play a round of golf...
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Episode 46: CA Proposition 19

In this episode we discuss CA Proposition 19. Learn more about Prop 19 at Topel & DiStasi Wealth Management.

Investing 101 – Back to the Basics

Sometimes we all need a good reminder of the basics.  When I talk with friends, family and clients about investing and...
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Episode 45: New Year's Financial Resolutions

In this episode we discuss financial resolutions for the new year. Learn more at Topel & DiStasi Wealth Management.

Top 5 Financial Errors Couples Make When Divorcing

I recently gave a workshop for couples who are considering divorce and was asked “what are the biggest financial errors...

Year-End Tax-Planning Strategies

As we come to the end of another year, it is time once again to starting thinking about taxes.  And...
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Episode 44: Hopeful

In this episode we discuss what we're thankful and hopeful for in this holiday season. Learn more at Topel &...

The Not MS Ride Wrap Up

Normally this time of year, I would be writing a post-mortem blog post about our recently completed MS Ride: Waves...
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Episode 43: Reverse Your Thinking On Reverse Mortgages

In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of reverse mortgages. Learn more about reverse mortgages at Topel &...
  1. Episode 114: Why People Avoid Financial Planning 7:02
  2. Episode 113: Trump Accounts 8:54
  3. Episode 112: The Emotional Transition Into Retirement 00:08:48
  4. Episode 111: Be Tax Smart, Not Tax Scared 00:10:09
  5. Episode 110: FOMO and Investing