What the Fuchs?

Clarity Check: sagepathfa.com/clarityCash vs investing isn’t really a math question — it’s a stress question. In this episode, Jason breaks down how much cash you should keep on hand, how to stop guessing, and the simple “now / soon / later” framework that makes this decision calm and obvious. You’ll walk away with clear rules for an emergency fund, short-term goals, and investing — without hoarding cash or taking risks you can’t stick with.

Clarity Check: https://www.sagepathfa.com/clarityShould you contribute to a Roth 401(k) or a Traditional 401(k)? In this episode, Jason breaks down what each one actually does, where people get tripped up, and the simple questions that can help you make a cleaner decision. No tax jargon. No overcomplicating it. Just a plain-English framework for picking the one that makes sense for your life right now.

Clarity Check: sagepathfa.com/clarityYou can have a good income, money in the bank, and retirement accounts growing—and still feel that low-level “are we actually okay?” stress. In this episode, Jason explains why that happens (it’s usually missing clarity, not missing money) and gives a simple framework—buckets, rules, and a quick checklist—to calm the noise and make clean decisions.

Clarity Check: sagepathfa.com/clarityIn this episode, Jason breaks down what to do with an old 401(k) after changing jobs or retiring. You’ll learn the four main options (leave it, move it to a new employer plan, roll it into an IRA, or cash it out), the biggest mistakes that can create taxes or unnecessary fees, and a simple checklist to help you make a clean decision—without guessing or overcomplicating it.

Filing your taxes feels like the finish line.But it’s usually the starting point for the decisions that matter most.In this episode of What the Fuchs, Jason explains why tax planning doesn’t end after you file, and why asking “What decisions exist?” leads to calmer, more confident choices than asking “What can I do?”No urgency. No hacks. Just perspective.

January is noisy — especially in the markets.In this market update, Jason Fuchs cuts through the headlines and breaks down what’s actually changing, what isn’t, and how to think about 2026 without overreacting.We cover the economy, the Fed, AI, stock market leadership, bonds, the U.S. dollar, commodities, and why volatility is a normal part of investing.No predictions. No hype. Just context — so you can stay grounded and focused on the long term.

Money is confusing. Headlines are loud.What the Fuchs is a plain-English money podcast hosted by Jason Fuchs, founder of Sage Path Financial Advisors.We talk about markets, money, and real-life financial decisions — without jargon or lectures.If you want clarity without the noise, you’re in the right place.Don’t overcomplicate it.