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"Your Money Matters" with Presley Wealth Management
by Stephanie Griffin
Christy Smith is the founder and CEO of Presley Wealth Management. She helps clients plan for retirement, specializing in retirement income strategies, asset preservation, tax planning, and legacy planning. Christy guides individuals and families to achieve financial confidence and stability throughout retirement. Join Christy Smith and Matt Kennedy of Presley Wealth Management as they talk retirement in Louisiana on the weekly retirement program, "Your Money Matters."Insurance products are offered by The Presley Group. Presley Wealth Management, LLC is an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by The Presley Group are not subject to Investment Adviser requirements. AEWM and The Presley Group are not affiliated companies. Your Money Matters with Presley Wealth Management is a paid placement. 4952953-1
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Your Money Matters-Building Your Smart Plan for Uncertain Times
Is your retirement plan strong enough to withstand Wall Street turbulence, rising healthcare costs, and confusing headlines? Discover how a ‘smart plan’ can help you weather both national volatility and Louisiana-local challenges, from navigating Social Security choices to countering hidden tax traps. Christy Smith and Matt Kennedy share personal stories, expert insights, and questions that retirees rarely ask—uncovering the crucial steps that ensure clarity and confidence, even when uncertainty dominates the news and your future seems murky. What’s the real risk you should be planning for? The conversation goes beyond the obvious, peeling back the layers of fear and offering a fresh, holistic perspective.Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-The Healthcare Heist: Helping Protect Your Wealth in Retirement
When global headlines rattle your nerves and Wall Street takes a dive, what does it really mean for your retirement? Rising health care costs, unpredictable markets, and the challenge of outliving your money are top concerns for retirees, especially in Louisiana's ever-changing landscape. Join Christy Smith and Matt Kennedy as they strip away the noise, tackle today's financial risks, and offer insights on building resilient retirement plans that account for inflation, health care, taxes, and more. Discover how a “Smart Plan” can reveal hidden weaknesses and empower you to face uncertainty with confidence—even when the world feels anything but steady.Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Legacy Planning
When headlines scream of global turmoil and market swings, should you panic or prepare? Christy Smith and Matt Kennedy explain why a full-fledged retirement plan is your best defense against uncertainty, helping you focus on what you can control—even amid oil shocks, inflation, and looming recessions. Dive into practical strategies for risk management, maintaining income, tackling taxes, and building a legacy (including overlooked steps like updating beneficiaries and funding trusts). With real stories and local expertise, this episode is your reminder that with planning, you can enjoy peace of mind—in any environment.Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Retirement Income Planning
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-The Retirement Paycheck Predicament
When the world erupts in headlines—war, inflation, volatile markets—how should you respond as you approach retirement? Uncertainty might be the norm, but can your plan truly withstand stormy financial seas? In this episode, discover why the years around retirement are uniquely vulnerable, and how the loss of pensions leaves many relying on their own strategies. Explore the crucial steps to prepare for the unexpected, and learn ways to build resilience so you can look past the panic and focus on your financial foundation—no matter what tomorrow’s news brings.Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Timing Social Security
Can the timing of your Social Security make or break your retirement income? Explore how shifting regulations, unpredictable cost-of-living adjustments, and hidden Medicare costs shape your financial future. With market volatility, fading pensions, and rising health expenses, Presley Wealth’s team reveals strategies to build a stable retirement platform—and why “balance” is now essential. Discover surprising systems, critical pitfalls, and the five areas you must review before charting your own smart retirement plan.Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Creating a Dependable Income
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Active vs. Passive Investing
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Roth Conversions
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-The New Retirement Reality
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Christmas 2025-December 27, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-2025 Christmas Special-December 20, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Preparing for a Confident 2026-December 13, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Active vs. Passive Investing-December 6, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Have a Plan for Retirement-November 29, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Medicare-November 22, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Medicare Decoded-November 15, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Medicare Decoded-November 8, 2025
On this week's "Your Money Matters", Christy & Matt talk about tackling one of the most confusing and critical aspects of retirement planning - Medicare. They discuss the complexity of Medicare, Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, and Medigap policies.Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Roth Conversions-November 1, 2025
In this episode of "Your Money Matters" with Christy Smith and Matt Kennedy they talk about Roth Conversions. Roth conversions move retirement savings from a tax-deferred to a tax-free account, offering growth, tax advantages, and no required minimum distributions. Strategic, multi-year conversions help retirees optimize tax outcomes and avoid costly mistakes, but careful planning with a professional is essential to maximize benefits and avoid pitfalls. Call Christy Smith at Presley Wealth to find out more. Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-New Retirement Reality-October 25, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Roth Conversions-October 18, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Roth Conversions-October 11, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Active vs. Passive-October 4, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Falling Interest Rates-September 27, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Book Talk-September 20, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Active vs. Passive Investing-September 13, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-The Longevity Challenge-September 6, 2025
Find out more at https://presleywealth.com/Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Creating Dependable Retirement Income-August 30, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-UNLOCK Your S.M.A.R.T. Plan-August 23, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-The Longevity Challenge-August 16, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Active vs. Passive-August 9, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-The Longevity Challenge-August 2, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Unlock Your S.M.A.R.T. Plan-July 26, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Creating Dependable Retirement Income-July 19, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-S.M.A.R.T. Money-July 12, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Active vs. Passive-July 5, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-UNLOCK Your S.M.A.R.T. Plan-June 28, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Creating Dependable Retirement Income-June 21, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-UNLOCK Your S.M.A.R.T. Plan-June 14, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Book Talk-June 7, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Tax Savvy Strategies-May 31, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Creating Dependable Retirement Income-May 24, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Tax Savvy Strategies-May 17, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Three Stages of Retirement-May 10, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Tackling the Twin Threats-May 3, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Creating Dependable Retirement Income-April 26, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Protect Your Retirement from Hidden Obstacles-April 19, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Growing Government Debt-April 12, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-3 Stages of Retirement-April 5, 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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Your Money Matters-Helping Protect Your Retirement from Hidden Obstacles-March 29. 2025
Christy Smith & Matt Kennedy talk about all things retirement. For more information about Christy Smith and her company, go to Presleywealthmanagement.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Christy Smith is the founder and CEO of Presley Wealth Management. She helps clients plan for retirement, specializing in retirement income strategies, asset preservation, tax planning, and legacy planning. Christy guides individuals and families to achieve financial confidence and stability throughout retirement. Join Christy Smith and Matt Kennedy of Presley Wealth Management as they talk retirement in Louisiana on the weekly retirement program, "Your Money Matters."Insurance products are offered by The Presley Group. Presley Wealth Management, LLC is an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by The Presley Group are not subject to Investment Adviser requirements. AEWM and The Presley Group are not affiliated companies. Your Money Matters with Presley Wealth Management is a paid placement. 4952953-1
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Stephanie Griffin
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