Built For Life, Not Just Wealth
by Ryan Burklo & Alex Collins
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is a podcast for high-income professionals, business owners, and families who want more from money than just bigger numbers. Hosted by financial planners Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners, it shows how to use money as a tool to build a life of freedom, purpose, and confidence. Episodes cut through traditional advice to deliver real-talk on cash flow, equity comp, taxes, investing, and big decisions—tied directly to what matters most: time, family, health, and meaning. Real financial planning isn't about perfect spreadsheets.It's about creating a life you're proud to live.Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA,SIPC. OSJ: 200 SW Market Street, Suite 1850 Portland, OR 97201 (503)221-1226 PAS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. Quantified Financial Partners is not an affiliate or subsidiary of
Episodes
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Episode 377- When Sunday Night Starts to Feel Different
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo explores how...
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Episode 376 - You Can't Pick Your Decade: Why Chasing the Highest Rate of Return Misses the Point
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo discusses the...
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Episode 375 - The Financial Rules You Never Questioned
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo explores how our...
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Episode 374 - You Can Compound Money. You Cannot Compound Thursday Night.
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo explores the...
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Episode 373 - Are You Training Yourself to Worry ?
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo explores the...
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Episode 372 - AI Gave Me Financial Advice. Then I Checked the Math
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Alex Collins explores the...
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Episode 371 - What Do You Want That Is Keeping You From What You Want?
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is the podcast from Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners in the Greater Seattle area. Earlier episodes were published as Beer & Money and Holistic Finance. In today's episode of Built For Life, Not Just Wealth, what if the thing blocking…
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Episode 370 - Let Them Learn While the Stakes Are Small
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo shares a personal story about teaching his son financial responsibility through real-life experience, emphasizing the importance of allowing small mistakes to foster learning and independence in financial decision-making. He...
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Episode 369 - Will Your Plan Survive a Bad Year?
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo discusses how to build a resilient financial plan that can withstand unexpected setbacks and market volatility, emphasizing the importance of liquidity, realistic risk assessment, and decision-making flexibility. He also...
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Episode 368 - Are You Saving For a Life You Forgot to Live?
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo shares a deeply personal story about his brother's battle with cancer and how it reshaped his perspective on life and financial planning. This episode explores balancing living for today with preparing responsibly for tomorrow....
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Episode 367 - Don't Hire a Financial Advisor Until You Ask These 5 Questions
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo discusses the essential questions to ask when interviewing a financial advisor, emphasizing the importance of understanding their philosophy, process, and team to ensure a good fit and successful financial planning. He also...
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Episode 366 - The Biggest Companies Always Change. Why Don't Investors?
In today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo discusses the unpredictability of markets and careers, emphasizing the importance of adaptable strategies over predictions. He highlights how historical shifts in top companies illustrate the futility of trying to predict winners…
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Episode 365 - Is An Inheritance Helping Your Kid... Or Hurting Them?
In today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the importance of estate planning, passing down values, and how to align your estate plan with your family's goals. They explore how to create meaningful legacies beyond just financial inheritance,...
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Episode 364 - 5 Risks of Concentrated Stock
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo discusses the five key risks of concentrated stock holdings and how high-income individuals can manage these risks to protect their financial future. Check out our website: https://www.builtforlifenotjustwealth.com/ Find us on...
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Episode 363 - 5 Meetings Every Family Should Have Every Year
In today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo shares a framework of five essential family meetings that can help you align your financial and life goals, protect your family, and build a meaningful legacy. Drawing from real conversations with clients and his own family, he…
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Episode 362 - The Basics of Investing: From Philosophy to Practice
On today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Alex Collins as he delves into the essentials of investing, covering key topics such as portfolio construction, investment philosophy, risk management, and diversification strategies. This episode is ideal for anyone eager to establish a…
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Episode 361 - How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?
Join Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins as they delve into the crucial role life insurance plays in a well-rounded financial plan. Through an engaging and detailed case study, they highlight the significance of cash flow management, protection strategies, and strategic planning. This episode is…
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Episode 360 - Investing By Evidence, Not Emotions
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the intricacies of investing with a research-backed, academic approach. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on long-term factors, diversification, and thorough portfolio analysis. By exploring these key…
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Episode 359 - Retirement Isn't About Assets. It's About Income
Ryan Burklo delves into the intricacies of retirement planning, emphasizing the importance of focusing on income streams rather than merely accumulating assets. He introduces an innovative Monte Carlo simulation designed to provide a more comprehensive assessment of retirement success. This tool...
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Episode 358 - The Hidden Leak in Your Financial Life (And How to Fix It)
Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins delve into a groundbreaking cash flow system designed to transform the way individuals approach wealth building in today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth. This innovative system simplifies the process by automating both savings and spending, effectively...
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Episode 357 - The Marshmallow Test and Your Financial Life
Ryan Burklo delves into the essential elements of building wealth, emphasizing the importance of alignment, environment, and mindset. Through engaging personal stories and practical strategies, he illustrates how these factors can significantly shift your financial life. By aligning your goals…
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Episode 356 - How To Buy Your Time Back
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the art of reframing your financial plan to prioritize gaining control over your time and life. He emphasizes the importance of cash flow management, protective strategies, and creating optionality in your financial...
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Episode 355 - Hidden Time Traps
In today's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the often-overlooked time traps that can subtly undermine your financial well-being and influence your life decisions. In this insightful episode, he explores the concepts of lifestyle creep, career drift, and the...
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Episode 354 - The Risk No One Talks About: Time Risk
In this week's episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the intriguing concept of time risk in the realm of wealth building. He emphasizes that financial decisions are, at their core, decisions about time. Throughout the discussion, Ryan explores strategies to optimize...
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Episode 353 - The Millionaire's Paradox
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the intriguing paradox of why many high-net-worth individuals often feel financially constrained despite their growing wealth. He examines societal trends and spending behaviors that contribute to this phenomenon,...
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Episode 352 - Retirement Planning & Taxation: A Conversation with Bob Kievet
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo interviews Bob Kievit, a seasoned retirement planning expert, to explore strategies for optimizing wealth, minimizing taxes, and ensuring a secure income stream in retirement. They discuss the importance of deliberate asset…
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Episode 351 - Unmasking Banksy: Lessons for Financial Advisors
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, hosts Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins delve into the critical role of personal connection and intimacy within the realm of financial advising. Drawing inspiration from the recent unmasking of the enigmatic street artist Banksy, they explore how…
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Episode 350 - Can I Retire?
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo provides an insightful discussion on retirement readiness by examining a sample client's financial situation to determine their potential to retire within the next five years. Ryan delves into crucial financial metrics that are...
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Episode 349 - The Essentials of Financial Planning
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the multifaceted framework of wealth, highlighting the importance of not just investments, but also the critical roles of income, purpose, and strategic planning. In this episode, listeners will discover how to effectively...
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Episode 348 - When the World Gets Loud, Go for a Walk
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the pervasive impact of the modern world's relentless noise on various aspects of our lives, including mental health, relationships, and financial stability. He offers personal insights and experiences on how to navigate…
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Episode 347 - The 5 Tests to Determine if You're Actually Financially Successful
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo presents five essential tests that serve as a comprehensive guide to evaluating your financial success. These tests focus on key areas such as control, protection, freedom, alignment, and liquidity. By understanding and applying these...
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Episode 346 - Who's in the Room? The Invisible Guest Shaping Your Financial Decisions
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins explore the concept of the 'invisible guest' in decision-making, especially around finances, and how subconscious influences shape our financial behaviors. They discuss how to identify these influences, align your...
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Episode 345 - The Quiet Scripts Running Your Life
In this episode of Built For Life Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo explores how unconscious language shapes our financial decisions and life outcomes. He emphasizes the importance of becoming aware of quiet scripts we tell ourselves, such as 'I don't have time' or 'It's not the right time,' and how...
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Episode 344 - Beyond Wealth: Embracing Schopenhauer's Philosophy
In this episode of Built For Life, Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo delves into the application of Schopenhauer's philosophy to wealth-building and achieving a fulfilled life. He presents six actionable steps designed to transform your mindset: detach from the perpetual cycle of desires and…
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Episode 343 - When Your Money Is Working Against Your Life
In this episode of Built For Life, Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo explores the critical connection between your financial structure and your personal freedom. Discover how misalignment can quietly undermine your goals—and learn practical ways to align your money with the life you truly want. Check...
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Episode 342- True Liquidity: The Backstop to the Balance Sheet
In this episode of Built For Life, Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the concept of true liquidity in retirement planning. They emphasize the importance of having a financial strategy that allows retirees to access funds without being negatively impacted by market downturns.…
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Episode 341 - The Hidden Power of Zooming Out
In this episode, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the complexities of navigating stock market opinions and the futility of market timing. They emphasize the importance of a diversified investment strategy and the need for long-term planning, especially as individuals approach retirement. The...
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Episode 340 - Taxes in Retirement
In this episode, Ryan Burklo discusses the complexities of taxes in retirement, challenging the common myth that individuals will be in a lower tax bracket after they retire. He emphasizes the importance of planning for tax implications on income streams and the necessity of tax diversification…
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Episode 339 - Why Discipline Isn't the Problem - Alignment Is
In this episode of Built For Life, Not Just Wealth, Ryan Burklo shares his personal journey of discovering that discipline was not the issue in his life, but rather a lack of alignment with his true desires and values. He emphasizes the importance of understanding what one truly wants in life and...
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Episode 338 - When Money Stops Being the Problem And Becomes the Tension
In this episode of "Built For Life, Not Just Money," hosts Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins delve into the complexities of wealth management beyond mere financial metrics. They discuss how, for high net worth individuals, money transitions from being a problem to a source of tension, as conversations...
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Episode 337 - Crafting a Future That Shapes Today
In this episode of "Built for Life Not Just Wealth," Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the importance of aligning financial planning with life events rather than just focusing on wealth accumulation. They emphasize how significant life moments—whether joyous or challenging—can shift…
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Episode 336 - Built For Life, Not Just Wealth
In this episode of Beer and Money, hosts Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins announce an exciting rebranding of their podcast to 'Built for Life, Not Just Wealth.' They reflect on the origins of the podcast, which began as a casual lunch-and-learn session at Amazon's Brave Horse restaurant, where they...
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Episode 335 - Navigating the Risks of Over-Concentrated Stock Positions
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the challenges and strategies associated with over-concentrated stock positions, particularly in the context of tech companies and other large firms. They explore the risks of having a significant portion of one's wealth tied...
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Episode 334 - The Illusion of Progress
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the common misconception of financial progress, particularly among high earners who may feel stressed despite increasing net worth. He emphasizes the importance of building confidence in financial planning, understanding cash flow, and…
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Episode 333 - Why Does It Feel Like Financial Planning is a Moving Target?
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo discusses the complexities of financial planning, emphasizing the ever-changing nature of financial goals due to various life factors. He highlights the psychological barriers that prevent individuals from engaging in financial planning and stresses...
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Episode 332 - Holiday Reflections: What Truly Matters
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the significance of the holiday season as a time for reflection on family, values, and financial planning. They explore the emotional aspects of spending time with loved ones, the expectations that come with hosting, and the...
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Episode 331 - Your Financial Plan: Organize & Prioritize
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the complexities of financial planning, emphasizing the importance of organization, prioritization, and clarity in achieving financial goals. They explore common misconceptions clients have about their financial situations…
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Episode 330 - Are You Planning Financially Backwards?
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins discuss the common pitfalls of linear financial planning, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal values and future aspirations. They advocate for a future-first approach to financial planning, which allows individuals…
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Episode 329 - The Art of Choosing a Financial Advisor
In this episode of Beer and Money, Alex Collins discusses how to find a financial advisor, what to look for in an advisor, and the key questions to ask during the selection process. He emphasizes the importance of understanding advisor credentials, the advisor's process, and the value they can...
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Episode 328 - Thankful for what you get to do vs what you have to do
In this episode of Beer and Money, Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins reflect on the significance of Thanksgiving and the role of money in family life. They discuss the balance between financial success and enjoying the present, emphasizing the importance of intentional choices and shifting mindsets.…
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About this show
Built For Life, Not Just Wealth is a podcast for high-income professionals, business owners, and families who want more from money than just bigger numbers. Hosted by financial planners Ryan Burklo and Alex Collins of Quantified Financial Partners, it shows how to use money as a tool to build a life of freedom, purpose, and confidence. Episodes cut through traditional advice to deliver real-talk on cash flow, equity comp, taxes, investing, and big decisions—tied directly to what matters most: time, family, health, and meaning. Real financial planning isn't about perfect spreadsheets.It's about creating a life you're proud to live.Securities products and advisory services offered through Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS), member FINRA,SIPC. OSJ: 200 SW Market Street, Suite 1850 Portland, OR 97201 (503)221-1226 PAS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. Quantified Financial Partners is not an affiliate or subsidiary of
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