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iWealth Podcast — 324 episodes

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Adversity Is an Asset: Why Failure Can Make You Stronger

2

How Much Work Does Financial Planning Really Take?

3

The Future of Health Optimization with Regan Archibald

4

Why Financial Advisors Still Matter in an AI World

5

War, Markets, and What You Can Actually Control

6

Will AI Replace Financial Advisors?

7

The Hidden Risk No One Talks About: Widowhood Before Retirement

8

The Dark Side of Digital After Death: Scams You Need to Know About

9

The Overlooked Gap in Your Financial Plan: Digital Assets

10

Fish Don’t Clap (Updated Edition): Why Brad Rewrote It + How to Put Purpose Into Action

11

Goal-Based Investing: The Fun Side of Smart Financial Planning

12

Can a High School Freshman Become a Successful Entrepreneur?

13

Can You Really Afford a $400K House? What First-Time Buyers Need to Know

14

Are Airline Miles a Trap? The Truth About Credit Card Rewards

15

A $10 Million Life Insurance Mistake What Kyle Busch’s Story Teaches Investors

16

5 Mistakes to Avoid in a Market Downturn

17

Should You Hire a Financial Advisor You Know?

18

When the Worst Happens

19

The Advisor “Smell Test"

20

How to Choose the Right Financial Advisor

21

What Is Your Lifetime Plan Score—and Why It Matters More Than Your Returns

22

Accountability Over Investments

23

Aligning Values

24

2026 Market Outlook: What 2025 Taught Us & What Investors Should Expect Next

25

Dusty Bibles

26

What’s a Dream Navigator? | Brad Connors Shares the Role Behind the Title

27

Investing for Today vs. Building for Tomorrow

28

What Should You Do With Extra Cash? Timing the Market vs. Time in the Market

29

Affluent Families

30

When Life Gets Complicated: Why Pivot Moments Call for a Financial Advisor

31

How the iWealth Foundation Is Making a Local Impact

32

Managed Accounts vs. Index Funds: Which Strategy Builds a Stronger Future?

33

Stock Market Opinion

34

Can a High School Freshman Become a Successful Entrepreneur?

35

Inside iWealth’s Private Client Group: Planning, Gaps, and the “Who Network” for $10M+ Families

36

What Are “iBuckets”? A Smarter Way to Plan & Fund Life Goals

37

A $10 Million Life Insurance Mistake? What Kyle Busch’s Story Teaches Investors

38

Medicaid 5-Year Look back & Putting Your House in Your Kids’ Names

39

What’s Your Business Really Worth? Understanding EBITDA, Revenue Multiples & the Wealth Gap

40

Speedometers and Smart Investing: Simplifying Market Signals

41

Purposeful Retirement: Retire To Something (Not Just From Work)

42

Value Investing Outlook 2026: Where the Market Rotates Next

43

High-Net-Worth Planning: Wealth, Family, and the Power of Communication

44

Fish Don’t Clap (Updated Edition): Why Brad Rewrote It + How to Put Purpose Into Action

45

Succession Planning & Gen Z Advisors | Dan Hiebert (MSU Mankato CFP Director)

46

Fall Market Update 2025 | iWealth’s 3rd Quarter Economic Snapshot with Brad Connors

47

Gold always gets attention during uncertain times—but is it really a good long-term investment?

48

Can You Really Afford a $400K House? What Every Buyer Needs to Know

49

Are Airline Miles a Trap? The Truth Behind Credit Card Perks

50

The Truth About Credit Card Debt

51

Why Looking Forward Changes Everything

52

Goal-Based Investing

53

How a Down Market Can Help You Build Tax-Free Wealth | Roth Conversion Strategies

54

Why Brad Connors Rewrote Fish Don’t Clap

55

What Makes U.S. Treasuries "Safe"? Understanding Bonds, Risk & Return

56

Compound Interest

57

Turn Your Checking Account Into a Money-Maker

58

5 Mistakes to Avoid in a Market Downturn

59

Can a High School Freshman Become a Successful Entrepreneur? | Lessons from a Young Day Trader

60

Giving Back: How the iWealth Foundation Is Making a Local Impact

61

Managed Accounts vs. Index Funds: Which Strategy Builds a Stronger Future?

62

Why AI Alone Won’t Build Your Financial Future | The Human Advantage

63

When Life Gets Complicated: Why Pivot Moments Call for a Financial Advisor

64

Gold, Real Estate, or Stocks: Which Builds More Wealth Over Time?

65

Beauty Contest or Longevity Contest? Investing for Today vs. Building for Tomorrow

66

What Is the iPath? iWealth’s 8-Step Process to Purposeful Financial Planning

67

What Are “iBuckets”? A Smarter Way to Plan & Fund Life Goals

68

What’s Your Business Really Worth? Understanding EBITDA, Revenue Multiples & the Wealth Gap

69

What Should You Do With Extra Cash? Timing the Market vs. Time in the Market

70

Wind, Trees, and Market Volatility: Growing Stronger Through Challenges

71

Newlyweds, Money, and Travel: Work Now or Live a Little?

72

Speedometers and Smart Investing: Simplifying Market Signals

73

What Is a Family Guided Office?

74

What’s Your Lifetime Plan Score? Brad Connors Breaks Down iWealth’s Financial Planning System

75

Brad Connors on His Book "Fish Don’t Clap" – Why He Gave Away the Whole Process

76

GameStop, Greed, and Lessons in Emotional Investing | iWealth Podcast

77

What’s a Financial Quarterback? Brad Connors Explains

78

The Eighth Wonder of the World? It's Not What You Think

79

Estate Planning Simplified: What to Expect When Meeting an Attorney

80

Estate Planning 101: Avoid These Common Mistakes with Kristin Gunsolus

81

Estate Planning Simplified: Insights from Kristin Gunsolus

82

Gifting Money to Your Adult Kids: A Blessing or a Burden?

83

Overwhelmed by Finances? Here's How to Offload the Stress

84

Financial Independence: It’s Not a Dream, It’s a Plan

85

What If You Outlive Your Retirement Savings? Key Strategies to Secure Your Future

86

Why Waiting to Invest Could Cost You Big

87

The Hidden Challenges of Early Retirement

88

5 Retirement Myths You Shouldn’t Believe

89

How to Future-Proof Your Savings

90

Estate Planning Made Simple: Secure Your Family’s Future

91

Interest Sweep Explained: A Simple Way to Earn More

92

Turn Your Checking Account Into a Money-Maker

93

The Power of High-Interest Accounts: Grow Your Money Faster

94

Should You Exit the Market? Advice for Long-Term Investors

95

From One-Trick Pony to Multiple Income Streams

96

Lifestyle Inflation: How to Avoid Spending Your Raise

97

Should You Pay Off Your House or Save for Retirement?

98

Trump Wins: What Does It Mean for Your Investments?

99

The Importance of Estate Planning: Avoiding Common Mistakes

100

Hard Work Pays Off: Lessons from Grace’s Lemonade Stand

101

2024 Q4 Update

102

How a 10-Year-Old Manages Money and Sets Big Goals

103

Lemonade Stands, Lawns, and Lessons: Grace’s Top Tips for Kids to Earn Money

104

Career Change Checklist: Managing Your Retirement Savings

105

Practicing What You Preach: Why Brad Has a Financial Planner

106

Top Financial Tip: Staying on Top of Your Savings

107

The Truth About Credit Cards: Are Airline Miles Worth It?

108

The 8th Wonder of the World: Compound Interest Explained

109

Faith, Money, and the Open Hand: Lessons from the Parable of the Talents

110

The Power of a Written Financial Game Plan

111

Black Ink on White Paper: Finding Balance in Life and Finances

112

How to Retire Early: Tips and Realities from the iWealth Team

113

Rebalancing Your Portfolio: Why It’s as Essential as Pizza Variety

114

Why Tax Planning is Critical: Insights from the iWealth Team

115

Faith, Money, and the Open Hand: Lessons from the Parable of the Talents

116

Why Millennials Regret Inheritance Decisions: Advice for Getting It Righ

117

Is Your Investment Strategy as Healthy as Your Lifestyle?

118

Meet JP Eeken: A Journey of Hard Work, Family, and Financial Guidance

119

The iWealth Advantage: Why Our Team Approach Makes the Difference

120

The Psychological Shift of Retirement: Managing the Transition

121

The iWealth Holiday Food Baskets: 14 Years of Community Impact

122

Q3 2024 Market Update: What to Expect in the Final Quarter

123

Managing Rash Financial Decisions: A Guide to Avoiding Impulse Investments

124

Balancing College Savings and Retirement: How to Prioritize Financial Goals

125

Top 3 Financial Tools for Advisors That Will Transform Your Practice

126

Top 3 Financial Tools for Advisors That Will Transform Your Practice

127

Top 3 Financial Tools Every Wealth Manager Swears By

128

Wealth Manager vs Stock Broker: Understanding the Difference

129

Wealth Manager vs Stock Broker: Understanding the Difference

130

Understanding Financial Advising: Human vs Robo Advisors

131

Financial Advisers: Choosing Between Commissions and Fees

132

Navigating Cybersecurity in Financial Management

133

Navigating Finances as a Young Couple

134

Navigating Retirement: Insights for Business Owners

135

The Future of Financial Advisory

136

Exploring AI's Impact: Insights from the iWealth Podcast

137

Navigating the Bitcoin Craze: Insights from the iWealth Podcast

138

Maximizing Roth IRA Contributions: How to Fund Your Retirement

139

The Power of Keeping Promises: Trustworthiness and Your Word

140

The Power of Looking Forward: Staying Motivated and Positive

141

Q1 2024

142

Embracing Life's Ups and Downs: The Power of Perspective

143

Understanding the Fed, Interest Rates, and Investments

144

Emergency Funds: How Much Should You Save?

145

Navigating Insurance: Protecting What Matters

146

Financial Tips for Couples Getting Married

147

Insurance Audits: How Often Should You Review Your Policies?

148

Big Picture Money Principles

149

Dedication to Community: 1000-Hour Volunteering Challenge

150

Unlocking New Possibilities for 529 Plans: Secure Act 2.0 Explained

151

Preparing Financially for Life's Unexpected Moments

152

Exciting News: EFS Joins Forces with iWealth!

153

Exciting News: iWealth Welcomes EFS

154

Market Trends and Expectations for 2024 with Brad and Shawn at iWealth

155

Demystifying Variable Annuities: Benefits and Common Misconceptions

156

The Power of Holistic Financial Planning

157

How iWealth Transforms Retirement Planning with Gary Guentzel

158

The Importance of Life Insurance in Financial Planning

159

The iWealth Holiday Food Drive with Special Guest Trudi

160

Building Your Financial Puzzle: Goals, Risk, and Legacy

161

The Birthday Annuity: A Unique Way to Leave a Lasting Legacy

162

Balancing Goals and Investment Returns

163

The Importance of Life Insurance in Financial Planning

164

The iWealth Foundation and Its Impact

165

The Power of a Financial Advisory Team

166

iWealth Podcast - Unveiling the CD Maturity Strategy

167

Financial Management in Your 40s: What Should You Be Paying Attention To?

168

Mastering the Art of Gifting and Inheritance Planning

169

Q3 2023 Update: Stock Market Trends, Oil, and Inflation

170

The Joys of Volunteering: Behind-the-Scenes Impact

171

Paying for College: Understanding the FAFSA and Financial Aid

172

Retirement Strategies: Setting Goals and Managing Investments

173

Navigating Bear Markets: Strategies for Different Phases of Investing

174

Retirement Planning and Life Insurance: Assessing Your Needs

175

Q2 2023 Market Update: Positive Momentum and Emerging Concerns

176

The Power of Dividends: Growing Wealth through Compounding

177

Exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Its Implications

178

Navigating Financial Changes as an Empty Nester

179

Mutual Funds vs. ETFs: Which One Should You Choose?

180

Does Money Buy Happiness?

181

The Giving Pledge: Philanthropy of the Wealthy

182

The Importance of Gratitude in Managing Money

183

The Debate on Prioritizing Child's Education vs Retirement Savings

184

Saving for College: Understanding the Different Options and Strategies

185

Retirement Planning: Finding Purpose in Life After Work

186

The Importance of Discipline in Investing

187

When to Retire and Why Age Matters

188

iWealth Update Q1 2023

189

What's The Best Financial Advice You've Ever Received?

190

Should My Kid Be Saving For Retirement?

191

What Do I Need to Know Before My Child Starts the FAFSA?

192

Do Both Spouses Need Life Insurance?

193

Stock Splits: What They Are, How They Affect Your Portfolio

194

Premature Death with a Minor as a Beneficiary

195

Financial Planning Sessions with Your Kids

196

The Advantages of Dollar-Cost Averaging

197

Is this a typical bear market?

198

How Do Interest Rates Affect Investments?

199

Timeshares: Dream Vacation or Money Pit?

200

The Value of Trade Schools in Today’s Economy

201

How to Stay Informed Without Getting Paralyzed by Bad News

202

How Much Life Insurance Do I Need?

203

How to Set Financial Goals for Your Future

204

What Should You Do With Your Money When You Get A Raise?

205

Food Drive

206

Discussing Long-Term Care Planning With Your Parents

207

What Smart People Do for End of Life Planning

208

Retirement - Giving Back and Volunteering

209

It's An Exciting Time at iWealth

210

Can I Afford a New Home When I Retire?

211

Can't Afford 15-year Mortgage? Then Don't Buy That House

212

Money Memory - What I Wish I Knew Back Then

213

Don't Blow Up Your Goals.

214

Do I Need a Financial Planner?

215

Does Market Timing Work?

216

401Ks and Retirement Plans - Are You Saving 10%?

217

The Value of Having a Virtual Family Office

218

Retirement: The Longest Vacation of Your Life

219

Forming Good Habits is Key to Achieving Your Financial Goals

220

Long-term Care, Wills, and Legacy Conversations

221

Buy Now. Pay Later. Don’t be fooled by these guys. They aren’t your friends.

222

How Often Should You Check Your Investment Portfolio?

223

1031 Exchanges - Is this for me?

224

Financial Wisdom - Having a Good Coach

225

Money Secrets (Dealing with Debt)

226

Business Owners - Tax Savings

227

Government Bonds - What do I do with these things?

228

Quarter 2 Update 2022

229

Cryptocurrency Investments

230

Boutique Firms

231

Investing in Individual Stocks

232

What do young investors need to know?

233

Brad and JP talk Investment Strategy

234

Transitioning to Retirement

235

Markets Change - What Can You Do?

236

What is it like to work at iWealth with JP and Shawn

237

JP Talks About His Story

238

Next Phase of Life - Impact of Taxes

239

Brad Interviews Shawn about His Story

240

Delegating Your Dollars - Saving vs. Debt Retirement

241

Buying a House vs. Saving

242

Roth IRA vs. Deductible IRA - When to pay taxes?

243

Fresh Out of College - What's the financial move?

244

Roth Conversions

245

Putting your money in the right place for retirement.

246

Long Term Health Care Insurance OR Invest the Cash?

247

Don't Make these Financial Mistakes!

248

Financially Planning for Long Term Care

249

Organizing your finances - Get a bigger box!?

250

Financial Advisors: Who is experienced and vetted?

251

Brad's One Really Cool Hot Stock Tip

252

How are stocks traded for FREE?

253

What should you think about when switching jobs?

254

COVID: When should I pull my money out of the market?

255

How do you teach children about finances?

256

Overwhelmingly Lost in the Paperwork

257

Giving opportunities at iWealth

258

Stress-Testing your Retirement Plan

259

When is the right time to have debt?

260

Big Life Changes during COVID

261

Should you invest in gold?

262

The Confidence Curve

263

401k Misconceptions

264

What is your comfort zone with regards to retirement?

265

Don't make these Income Tax Mistakes!

266

On line meeting are now a thing at iWealth

267

iWealth and covid 19

268

The best way to give to charity

269

What is the financial reality of covid 19

270

The man behind the questions!

271

What is your income stability ratio ?

272

When should you skim a little off the top?

273

Is it time to refinance?

274

Should I be aggressive or conservative with my investing?

275

Government savings plans

276

HSA: What is it and should I use it?

277

Socially responsible investing - is it viable?

278

Family Meetings

279

Should your net worth mean a higher insurance deductible?

280

Brad on Working on your Business

281

A "back door" IRA? What's that even mean?

282

Do you need umbrella insurance?

283

Buying Into Dips (Covid 19)

284

College for Your Child

285

What's a Pension and Do They Still Exist?

286

Will the annuities be able to continue to pay out?

287

Miracle Morning - Should You Wait to Save?

288

"I got a guy for that..."

289

Is this the best time to buy into the stock market?

290

Beneficiaries - Who should get your money?

291

What is Dollar Cost Averaging?

292

Covid 19 Financial Advice

293

Paying Taxes. When should you pay?

294

"Pigs get slaughtered" - When should you take your gains?

295

What is up with gas prices?

296

Most Common Financial Pitfalls and Mistakes

297

Bear vs Bull markets what is the difference

298

Is it 100% necessary to bring my tax information to my first meeting?

299

What are you doing with your financial "War Chest"?

300

Should you get out of the stock Market?

301

Will your kids ever move out?

302

Financial Temptations (And how to avoid them.)

303

How invest in your 20s, 30s, 40s +

304

Investing - Should you invest on fundamentals or technically?

305

90% of "Financial Advisors" are actually "Investment Consultants"

306

Is your wealth in the correct buckets?

307

Naming buckets.

308

Should you be deferring taxes?

309

What are we to do with our money?

310

You Need This Much in your Emergency Fund

311

What is Financial Accountability?

312

What to expect when visiting a financial advisor

313

Fact or Fiction? The Stock Market is Way Too Risky to Handle Retirement.

314

When does it pay to have a financial advisor?

315

Working on your business instead of for your business

316

Life Insurance is Complicated... Here are the simple facts.

317

iBuckets - Having Intention for Your Money

318

Should Children Carry Cash?

319

Have you taught your children about money?

320

Most Small Business Owners Overlook This One Thing

321

Checking your Social Security Statement - Before you retire.

322

Can Life Insurance be an Investment?

323

Roth IRAs - Do you even qualify?

324

IWealth Q2 2021 Update.