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Learn about investment strategies, how much you can spend in retirement, ways to reduce taxes, Social Security benefits, Roth IRA conversions and contributions, portfolio diversification, creating retirement income, and more. At Menninger & Associates, our philosophy is based on the fundamentals of financial planning. Further, we strongly believe that education and knowledge are powerful. In the end, all decisions are ultimately made by our clients, so each client knows why they are making those decisions thanks to our extremely informative meetings. Tune into this educational channel to learn strategies used every day!

Michael Menninger, CFP - Investment Advisor Representative. Securities and advisory services offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC, a broker-dealer and registered investment adviser. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Tax planning services offered by Menninger & Associates. For a comprehensive review of your personal situation, always consult with a tax or legal advisor. Neither Cetera Advisor Networks LLC nor any of its representatives may give legal or tax advice. Distributions from traditional IRAs and employer sponsored retirement plans are taxed as ordinary income and, if taken prior to reaching age 59½, may be subject to an additional 10% IRS tax penalty. Converting from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA is a taxable event. A Roth IRA offers tax free withdrawals on taxable contributions. To qualify for the tax-free and penalty-free withdrawal of earnings, a Roth IRA must be in place for at least five tax years, and the distribution must take place after age 59½ or due to death, disability, or a first-time home purchase (up to a $10,000 lifetime maximum). Depending on state law, Roth IRA distributions may be subject to state taxes. Investing in mutual funds is subject to risk and loss of principal. There is no assurance or certainty that any investment strategy will be successful in meeting its objectives. Before investing, the investor should consider whether the investor’s or beneficiary’s home state offers any state tax or other benefits available only from that state’s 529 plan. Menninger & Associates, 820 Adams Avenue, Suite 100, Trooper, PA 19403
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On this week's episode of Financial Planning: Explained", host Michael Menninger, CFP is again joined by Nick DeVito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates. This is the conclusion of a three-part series on the upcoming tax law changes in 2025. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss the phantom taxation of social security, income tax brackets, IRMAA, and surviving spouses. These factors may result in individual finding themselves in a higher tax bracket in retirement. This episode is great for all ages regarding tax laws. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Nick Devito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This is part two of the three-part series on the upcoming tax law changes in 2025. In this episode, Mike and Nick talk about simplifying the tax code using a custom worksheet designed by Menninger & Associates. Mike and Nick walk through an example of an individual in different tax brackets comparing the current tax brackets to the projected 2026 brackets. This episode is great for all ages regarding tax laws. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week's episode of Financial Planning: Explained", host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Nick DeVito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates. This is the first of a three-part series on the upcoming tax law changes in 2025. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss a broad overview of the different types of taxes, with a focus on federal taxes. The two also discuss taxation based on investment types, and the history of tax brackets. This is a great episode for all, no matter what age. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP and Kyle Ryan, CFP welcome Andy Gurkzak. Andy is the President and Manager at Allcity Adjusting, which is a licensed public adjusting firm in Indiana. In this episode, Andy and Mike discuss the process of an adjuster evaluating property damage, negotiating an insurance claim with the insurance company, and insurance coverage. Public adjusting has financial planning implications as risk management is one of the six areas of financial planning. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss unexpected planning needs that people often overlook. Topics in this episode include: paying off debt, utilizing the benefits of a HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit), maximizing employer match, and the importance of estate planning. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the second of a two-part series discussing year-end tax planning. In this episode, Mike and Nick review further considerations for year-end taxes. Topics in this episode include: tax loss harvesting, Roth IRA conversions, and business deductions. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the first of a two-part series on year-end tax planning. As we reach the end of the calendar year, it is important to review certain considerations for tax planning. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss options to maximize retirement plan contributions and proper tax withholding. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This is the second episode of a two-part series on employee benefits. In this episode, the guys continue their discussion on employee benefits. Mike and Nick go into detail about topics such as disability insurance and 401(k) programs. When discussing 401(k)s the two touch on the basics, vesting, and loan options. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the first of a two-part series on employee benefits. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss what exactly employee benefits are. After a broad overview, they cover in detail topics like open enrollment, health insurance, and life insurance. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Kyle Ryan, CFP, ChFC. Kyle is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the second of a two-part series on PSERS (Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System). In this episode, the show an example of a PSERS statement and all that is involved with it. This episode also reviews the portion of the pensions that can be distributed as a lump sum and how it impacts the pension. They also go into detail about the various payout options and how they affect your monthly payout. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com *Menninger & Associates is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by PSERS
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Kyle Ryan, CFP, ChFC. Kyle is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the first of a two-part series on PSERS (Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System). In this episode, the guys discuss exactly what PSERS is, how the pension is calculated, the differences between older and newer versions of the pension plan, and the parameters around it compared to other pensions. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com *Menninger & Associates is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by PSERS
On this week’s episode of Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Kyle Ryan, CFP. Kyle is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is a case study on retirement planning, which is one of the six major areas of financial planning. In this episode, Mike and Kyle discuss a case study for a married couple nearing retirement. It’s an interesting case study because it covers topics such as: inheritance, pensions, and 401(k)s. They also discuss possible solutions to the couple’s situation. This is a great episode for anyone that is nearing retirement. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Marty Greenbaum, CFE. Marty is the Founder and Senior Franchise Consultant at Smart Franchise Investing. This is the final episode in the three-part series on business franchising. This episode focuses on the process of purchasing a franchise. Topics include: financing the purchase, marketing ventures, and the importance of speaking to a consultant before committing to purchasing a franchise. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Marty Greenbaum, CFE. Marty is the Founder and Senior Franchise Consultant at Smart Franchise Investing. This is part two of a three-part series on business franchising. This episode focuses on the factors to consider when deciding on purchasing a franchise and which franchisor. Topics include: the vetting process of franchisees, territory stipulations, gauging success, and exit strategies. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes Marty Greenbaum, CFE. Marty is the Founder and Senior Franchise Consultant at Smart Franchise Investing. This is the first episode in a three-part series discussing business franchising. This episode provides an overview of business franchising, how it works, and many of the advantages of franchising. Topics include: franchising vs. owning a business, franchise flexibility and freedoms, prior experience needed, and financing a franchise. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit http://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Ryan Keefe and Kyle Ryan, CFP for the final segment of this series. Ryan and Kyle are financial advisors at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the final episode of a five-part series that reviews various common topics regarding financial planning. This episode also concludes the discussion of retirement planning. Topics include: tax efficient retirement withdrawal strategies, annuity & pension distribution options, and understanding pensions. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Ryan Keefe and Kyle Ryan, CFP. Ryan and Kyle are financial advisors at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning.   This is the fourth episode in a five-part series on common topics of financial planning. We continue to focus on retirement planning in this episode as it is such a vast and important piece of financial planning. Topics include: forecasting retirement expenses, understanding your cost of living and sequence of return risk.   For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Ryan Keefe and Kyle Ryan, CFP. Ryan and Kyle are financial advisors at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This is the third episode in a five-part series reviewing common financial planning topics. This episode focuses on the area of retirement planning. Topics Include: funding retirement goals, pre-59½ distribution strategies, and understanding your cost of living. These topics all reference the importance to successful retirement planning. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
This week on Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Ryan Keefe and Kyle Ryan, CFP. Ryan and Kyle are financial advisors at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning.   This is the second episode in a five-part series discussing common topics of financial planning. This episode focuses on the investment planning area of financial planning. Topics include: passive index vs. actively managed funds, what to do with a wage increase, harvesting gains/losses, and backdoor Roth IRAs.   For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
On this week’s episode of Financial Planning: Explained, host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Ryan Keefe and Kyle Ryan, CFP. Ryan and Kyle are financial advisors at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the first episode of a five-part series that reviews various common topics regarding financial planning. This episode focuses on the cash management area of financial planning. Topics include: the importance of good credit, HSAs & FSAs, saving programs for children, and ways to give to charities. For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning visit https://maaplanning.com
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