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"Building wealth for life" with the team at SGL Financial. Join hosts Gabriel & Steve Lewit for all the latest in financial news, trends, strategies & more!
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We are back this week with another episode of Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel Lewit. They are excited to share how to work through the challenge of making financial decisions and the benefits of simplicity when planning for retirement. Listen in now using a link below!The Difficulty in Financial Decision-Making:Discover that people who view themselves as emotional thinkers have a more difficult time processing and making financial decisions.Learn how reframing and using more practical thin...
Welcome back to this week's episode of Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel Lewit. In this episode, the hosts share saving tactics useful for all ages and how inheritance does not have to be a difficult discussion. Listen in now using a link below!Chicago Bears Update:With the debut of the new Quarterback, there is renewed hope for this upcoming season.The new Bears stadium causes uproar with mixed reviews and its use of taxpayer money.Saving Strategies at Every Age:In your 20s, develop a habit...
We are back this week with a pensive episode of Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel. They take a deep dive in discovering the magic number for retirement and explore a new AI invention that will having you thinking! Listen in now using a link below!Gabriel's Quotes of the Month:"I'm going to retire and live off my savings. What I'll do the second day, I have no idea." – Unknown "A good plan, executed now, is better than a perfect plan next week." – George PattonWhat's the Real Magic Retir...
Welcome back to a very "mindful" episode of Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel. They are excited to explore the intriguing main topic of Money Mindfulness. Then, they offer insight into a controversial take on a question from a client. Listen in now using a link below!Money Mindfulness: Cultivating Financial Peace:Uncover practical techniques to harness the power of mindfulness in reaching your financial goals.Learn to be present in your current financial situation to embrace self-awareness a...
We are back this week with another great episode of Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel. They are excited to share some quick hits with you before diving into their main topic for the remainder of the episode: Retirement Wellness. Listen in now using a link below!Monday's Moon Shadow:Those in a 115 mile path stretching across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada will get a brief glimpse at a "hole in the sky" moment on Monday. Be sure to wear your Solar Eclipse protective eyewear, and we hope you...
Welcome back to Our 2 Cents! Steve and Gabriel are back this week with some interesting topics, including the latest news from the Federal Reserve, the rising cost of car insurance, and the importance of staying active and engaged in retirement. What's Up? Car Insurance Costs!:Over the past 12 months car insurance costs have gone up nearly 21%. So, what gives?We'll share the three main reasons that are driving up prices.Plus, things you can consider to help keep your car insurance costs ...
On today's episode of Our 2 Cents, Steve and Gabriel discuss two great topics. First is the best islands for retirement and then they pivot to common mistakes to avoid with IRAs. They share the significance of proper tax planning to maximize the benefits of IRAs and avoid potential costly mistakes.Island Living in Retirement:Retiring to an island may appeal to many retirees, and we're sharing the best scenic locales to consider.Some international islands offer incentives to retirees.Plus, a U...
Spring is in the air, and March Madness is right around the corner! All the upcoming bracket excitement got us thinking about the similarities between picking teams and picking investments. Plus, we'll share some helpful reminders to protect yourself against financial scams. Money and Madness:How trying to pick the winning team out of 68 is just like trying to pick winning stocks.How personal bias and emotions can influence your picks.If you could change your picks along the way, would ...
The focus of today's episode of Our 2 Cents is using fear as an opportunity. Steve and Gabriel start out the show by giving a brief recap of our recent 2024 Market and Economic Update client event. Then, they dig into the idea that you can make fear a valuable tool in investing. Market & Economic Update Recap:Notable market events from 2023 that are shaping the landscape in early 2024.The 'Magnificent 7' driving most of the market growth.Some thoughts on what lies ahead for us for th...
On this episode of Our 2 Cents, Steve and Gabriel discuss the latest inflation data and its impact on consumers. They also share some fun Valentine's Day facts and then wrap up the show with a couple 'Getting to Know Us' questions. Valentine's Day Fun Facts:Did you know chocolate used to be prescribed by doctors? We didn't either!We'll warm your heart with these fun Valentine's Day facts!The Impact of the Latest Inflation Data:The CPI rose by 3.1% in January. We'll explain what that mean...
In this episode of Our 2 Cents, Steve and Gabriel discuss two interesting topics on opposite ends of the spectrum: Bitcoin and "Lazy Money." They talk about the recent approval of Bitcoin ETFs and the potential for mainstream investors to enter the Bitcoin market. Plus, they share ideas for that cash sitting idle in a savings account. Breaking Down Bitcoin ETFs:The basics: What is Bitcoin and the blockchain?The future of Bitcoin - is it a digital currency or an asset?The introduction of ...
On this episode of Our 2 Cents, Steve and Gabriel discuss various financial topics, including new work benefits that employers may offer, how Social Security is taxed, and if it's possible to pay zero taxes on your benefits. They also address a couple great listener questions at the end.New Workplace Benefits to Help Increase Savings in 2024:Making student loan payments could help boost your 401(k).Accessing 401(k) money for emergencies.A 401(k) match for building emergency savings.Lowering t...
On today's podcast episode, Steve and Gabriel are talking about their New Year's resolutions and the importance of aligning money with one's values and goals. They then shift gears to discuss the risks of investing in individual companies, highlighting several big companies that went bankrupt in 2023. Click a link below to listen in now!Your Money Resolutions for 2024:Figure out what financial wellbeing means to you.Determine what the purpose of your money is.Spend in ways that are true to wh...
Welcome to Our 2 Cents in 2024! We are ushering the new year with a great new episode. Today, Gabriel and Steve discuss interest rate predictions from some of the major banks on Wall Street. Then they share a couple big changes for retirement coming in 2024. Don't miss Gabriel's quote of the month to wrap up the show!2024 Interest Rate Predictions:The Fed's expected end-of-2024 interest rates.Bank of America's prediction on the likelihood of a Fed rate cut by March.Goldman Sachs' forecast on ...
Join us today as we remember the late Charlie Munger, a great investor, philanthropist, and businessman. Then, we're getting in the holiday spirit on this episode of Our 2 Cents with some "merry retirement facts." Finally, Steve and Gabriel share some thoughts on stock market trends and projections.Remembering Charlie Munger:If you read any business news, you probably heard of the passing of Charlie Munger.In honor of him, we're sharing some of his quotes that are our favorites.Merry Retireme...
In this episode of "Our 2 Cents," Steve and Gabriel discuss the concept of delayed gratification and its impact on building wealth. But first, they're sharing quotes of the month, their thoughts on the current national debt, and some tax-friendly states for retirees.Gabriel's Quotes of the Month:"Wealth is largely the result of habit." — John Jacob Astor"The goal isn't more money, the goal is living life on your terms." — Chris BroganAmerica's National Debt - Is it Really a Problem?:How gover...
Long-term care insurance can be complex, and some people may not fully understand what is covered and what is not. Policies vary widely, and individuals may be unsure if the coverage is worth the cost. On today's podcast, Steve and Gabriel are sharing some must-know stats about long-term care to help you make more informed decisions.Must-Know Long-Term Care Statistics:Usage of Long-Term Care: The percentage of people who will need long-term care in their lifetime, including paid services, nur...
On this episode of Our 2 Cents, Steve and Gabriel discuss various end-of-year tax planning topics to consider before 2023 comes to a close. But first, they're sharing educational and festive Thanksgiving fun facts!Thanksgiving Fun Facts:Talking Turkey: The states that have towns named 'Turkey,' how many turkeys are prepared each Thanksgiving, a Butterball Turkey Talk line, and more turkey facts.History facts about this long-standing tradition that you might not know.End-of-Year Tax Planning T...
Retirement planning and climbing a mountain may seem like vastly different endeavors, but there are several intriguing similarities between the two. On today's podcast, Steve and Gabriel share how in both cases, setting clear goals, careful planning, perseverance, and adaptability are the keys to success. Conquering the Retirement Mountain:Preparing for the climb.The ascent to the top of the mountain.Establishing base camps.Reaching the summit.Descending safely.Adapting to the unpredicta...
Steve and Gabriel are embracing all things Spooky Season on today's show! They'll share with you the 10 best haunted houses around the country, plus the scariest one of them all. Then they discuss some parallels between this haunted holiday and retirement.The 10 Best Haunted Houses in the US:As voted by USA Today readers, these haunted houses were chosen for the quality of their actors, set designs, and special effects, as well as value for money.From a petrifying penitentiary to multiple fie...
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