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Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans

by Madrona Financial Services

Tune in to Brian Evans as he shares his thoughts on investing and securing your retirement in his weekly radio broadcast, Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans. For over 30 years, Brian and his staff have been helping families live out the retirements that they deserve by giving them experienced, common-sense advice.

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Episodes

  1. Safe Portfolios Can Be Riskier Than You Think

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss why safe portfolios can be riskier than you think and the long term care crisis for the wealthy.

  2. The Real Retirement Healthcare Risk - When The Bill Arrives

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the real retirement healthcare risk - when the bill arrives. Also, the psychology of wealth in retirement, why your future self may not agree with the plan you're building today.

  3. Solo Aging and The Widow's Tax - The Cost Of Not Planning

    In this episode Brian and guest, Danielle Meister discuss Solo Aging and The Widow's Tax - The Cost Of Not Planning

  4. The Seattle Tech Dilemma - Should You Diversify The Stock That Made You Wealthy?

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss estate planning for the 2M to 15M family. Also the Seattle tech wealth dilemma - should you diversify the stock that made you wealthy?

  5. The CPA and Advisor Disconnect

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss why more people are re-thinking where they'll retire, and the CPA and advisor disconnect.

  6. The Future Of Wealth Navigation - Not Accumulation.

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the future of wealth navigation - not accumulation, and why financial planning is becoming life design.

  7. The Annuity Boom - Why So Many Retirees Are Choosing Protection Over Risk

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss The Annuity Boom and DIY Retirement Planning - is saving the advisor fee actually costing you money?

  8. The Wealth Habit Most People Never Build

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss the wealth habit most people never build and the cost of financial drift - why doing nothing is a decision.

  9. Problems With Oversimplified Retirement Plans

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss problems with oversimplified retirement plans and how retirement plans change based on how much you have.

  10. Why Social Security Timing Is Really A Tax Sequencing Decision

    In this week's episode Brian and Jeff discuss why Social Security timing is really a tax sequencing decision and the Ripple Effect - how one tax decision can raise your Medicare premiums.

  11. The Sandwich Generation - When Wealth Starts Moving In 3 Directions

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss the sandwich generation - when wealth starts moving in 3 directions. Also Roth conversions - when they work and when they backfire.

  12. The Truth About Annuities

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the truth about annuities and the silent truth of having too much money in the wrong place.

  13. Exploring Tax Myths

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss why high net-worth investors often underperform, and they also explore tax myths.

  14. The Strategies That Built Your Wealth Are Not Necessarily The Ones That Will Preserve It.

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss the strategies that built your wealth are not necessarily the ones that will preserve it. Also, why one retirement plan isn't enough anymore.

  15. The Purpose Of Diversification

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss the purpose of diversification, and hot to hedge against inflation.

  16. Why The 5 Years Before Retirement Can Determine The Next 20

    In this episode, Brian and Jeff discuss the retirement red zone - the last 5 years before retirement and how it can affect the next 20. Also the soft inheritance trend - giving while alive.

  17. When A Great Investment Becomes A Poor Allocation

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss when a great investment becomes a poor allocation and the accidental real estate plan.

  18. Why Women Are Becoming One Of The Most Important forces In The Future Of Wealth

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss why women are becoming one of the most important forces in the future of wealth, and why financial confidence matters just as much as financial assets.

  19. Why Successful People Often Struggle To Enjoy Retirement

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss why successful people often struggle to enjoy retirement, and why lifestyle planning may be the most overlooked part of the retirement planning process.

  20. Washington State Tax Shifts - Why High Income Planning Is Becoming More State Specific

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the ever-changing Washington state tax landscape and how it affects high net-worth individuals. Also why tax efficiency gets more complex over 5 million dollars.

  21. The Retirement You Didn't Know You Could Afford,

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the retirement you didn't know you could afford, and why diversification matters more in retirement.

  22. The Investments You Loved In Your Working Years May NOT Be Loved In Your Retirement Years

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the investments you loved in your working years may not be loved as much in your retirement years and you may be able to do about it.

  23. Early Retirement - Why The Real Danger Starts After You Quit Working

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss early retirement - why the danger begins after you quit working. Also the take that Uncle Sam rule of retirement, and scams targeting seniors.

  24. Tax Return Treasure Hunt, Part 7 , Estate And Legacy Planning Opportunities

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss the Tax Return Treasure Hunt, Part 7 , estate and legacy planning opportunities. Also retirement planning is evolving - is your advisor keeping up?

  25. The Tax Return Treasure Hunt Planning Opportunities - Business Partnerships and K-1 Income.

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss The Tax Return treasure Hunt Planning Opportunities part 6 - business partnerships and K-1 income. Also why retirement planning doesn't stop when you retire.

  26. The Tax Return Treasure Hunt Planning Opportunities - Part 5 - Schedule E

    In this episode Brian and Jeff continue their tax form treasure hunt series by discussing planning opportunities that your tax form, schedule E present. Also the retirement pay cut that nobody talk about - inflation.

  27. The Tax Return Treasure Hunt - What Schedule D Reveals About Capital Gains And Tax Planning

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss the tax return treasure hunt - what schedule D reveals about capital gains and tax planning. Also Danielle Meister joins us for a discussion on target date funds.

  28. The Tax Return Treasure Hunt - Schedule B, interest and investment income

    In this episode Brian and Jeff continue their tax return treasure hunt discussion with schedule B, interest and investment income. Also they discuss gas prices rising and your portfolio rising as well.

  29. Tax Form 1040 Schedule A, The Form Many People Don't Even File

    In this episode Jeff and Brian continue their tax return treasure hunt with schedule A, the form many people don't even file. Also whether the 60-40 stock/bond portfolio is dead.

  30. The Tax Return Treasure Hunt - Schedule A

    In this episode Brian and Jeff continue their tax return treasure hunt discussion by talking about schedule A. Then they discuss when you should actually be taking social security.

  31. The Millionaires Income Tax In Washington.

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss inflation is not dead and retirees feel it the most. Also the millionaires income tax in Washington, what it really hits.

  32. Washington's 35% Estate Tax

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss sequence risk, fix it by separating. Also, Washington's 35% estate tax.

  33. The DOW Hits 50,000 - What That Means

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the DOW hitting 50,000 - what that means. Also Brian answers listener questions.

  34. Madrona Financial And CPA's Four Pillars Of Differentiation

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the 4 pillars that make Madrona Financial unique and common retirement myths and misconceptions.

  35. Four Main Pillars Of Differentiation Of Madrona Financial

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the 4 pillars of differentiation of Madrona Financial and common retirement myths and misconceptions.

  36. Why High Net Worth Investors Often Underperform After They've Won

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss why high net worth investors often underperform after they've won and they explore tax myths.

  37. Problems With Oversimplified Retirement Plans

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss problems with oversimplified retirement plans and how retirement planning changes based on how you have.

  38. How Financial Plans Are Supposed To Work

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss how financial plans should work and they can be abused. Also understanding the tools not available to the DIY investor.

  39. Bear Market Strategies

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss bear market strategies that can help if things go wrong and common financial mistakes people make that prevent prevent them from enjoying retirement.

  40. Retirement Risks That Didn't Exist 20 Years Ago

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss retirement risks that did not exist 20 years ago and how to prepare for potential inflation this Spring.

  41. Which Type Of Financial Advisor Is Right For You?

    In this episode brain and Jeff discuss different types of advisors - which is right for you, and the the top 5 market risks that many DIY investors miss.

  42. Economic Concerns for 2026

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss economic concerns for 2026 and what your CPA needs to know before they file your taxes.

  43. Top Retirement Concerns Being discussed Online

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss the top retirement concerns being discussed online right now and last minute money moves to make before year end.

  44. Words Of Wisdom For Turbulent Times

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss words of wisdom for turbulent times and the great stuff transfer.

  45. Money Advice For Women - Growing HER Wealth

    In this episode Brian and Jeff talk with Danielle Meister, the Host of Growing HER Wealth about money advice for women. Also the changing landscape for landlords in Washington.

  46. What You Need To Know About The 5 Years Before and After Retirement

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss what you need to know about the 5 years before and after retirement and alternative ways to add real estate to your portfolio.

  47. 6 Strategies For High Net Worth Investors To Consider Before The New Year

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss what you may be missing from your portfolio and 6 strategies for high net worth individuals to consider before the new year.

  48. 7 Signs your Retirement Plan May Not Be Right For You

    In this episode Jeff and Brian discuss 7 signs your retirement plan may not be right for you and what to know about 25 and 26 taxes.

  49. Why You May Want To Consider Alternative Investments

    In this episode Brian and Jeff discuss why you may want to consider alternative investments in your portfolio and advanced gifting strategies and how they work.

  50. What You Need To Know About The Markets Today

    In this episode Brain and Jeff discuss what you need to know about the markets today, and what to watch for before you do your IRA to Roth conversion.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Tune in to Brian Evans as he shares his thoughts on investing and securing your retirement in his weekly radio broadcast, Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans. For over 30 years, Brian and his staff have been helping families live out the retirements that they deserve by giving them experienced, common-sense advice.

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Madrona Financial Services

Produced by Jeff Shade

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