The Money and Meaning Show

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Join Jeff Bernier, CFP®, ChFC, CFS each month as he shares insights and real-world strategies to help you gain the confidence and freedom to live a life of personal significance. read less
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Mapping Joy 🗺️ A Conversation on Travel, Career, and Embracing Life with Guest Rachael Levine
Mar 26 2024
Mapping Joy 🗺️ A Conversation on Travel, Career, and Embracing Life with Guest Rachael Levine
Host Jeff Bernier and guest Rachael Levine, partner at Peltoma Capital Partners and creator of "Tripping Millennial," delve into the enriching power of experiences over material wealth. In this episode, you'll discover: Rachel's journey from seeking financial stability to embracing a life filled with travel and personal growth 🌐The impact of an "adult gap year" on personal growth and happiness (Rachael's took her to over 36 countries!) 😊How Rachael says we can experience the world more deeply through sabbaticals, remote work experiences, and long term travel opportunities 🌍 acquiring experiences > acquiring thingsA debate on the F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement and the potential pitfalls of the movement 🔥Tips for balancing career, passion projects, and adventure 🌟 ➡️➡️ Click here to view full video! ⬅️⬅️ We'd love to hear your ideas on topics you'd like covered in future episodes! Please feel free to email: moneyandmeaning@tandemgrowth.com. Find out more about Rachael Levine 👇 https://www.peltomacapital.com/team/rachael-levine Tripping Millenial 🗺️ https://www.trippingmillennial.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trippingmillennial/ Interested in knowing more about Jeff? View his latest release here 📖 https://www.jeffbernierauthor.com/ Interested in knowing more about TandemGrowth Financial Advisors? 🪴https://www.tandemgrowth.com/ TandemGrowth Financial Advisors (“TandemGrowth”), a registered investment adviser, is providing this podcast which is intended for general educational purposes and is not personalized investment advice. The information provided is not tailored to any individual's specific investment objectives, financial situation, or risk tolerance. Registration as an investment adviser is not an endorsement by securities regulators and does not imply that TandemGrowth has attained a certain level of skill, training, or ability. While the content that will be presented is believed to be factual and up to date, it is based on information obtained from a variety of sources. TandemGrowth believes this information is reliable, however, it has not necessarily been independently verified. TandemGrowth does not guarantee the complete accuracy of all data in this video, and it should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. All expressions of opinion reflect the judgment of the presenter as of the date of the webinar and are subject to change. This video does not constitute personalized advice from TandemGrowth or its affiliated investment professionals, or a solicitation to execute specific securities transactions. Participants should not use any of this content as the sole basis for any investment, financial planning, tax, legal or other decisions. TandemGrowth is neither a law firm, nor a certified public accounting firm, and no portion of the video content should be construed as legal or accounting advice. We encourage attendees to conduct independent research and seek advice from qualified professionals before making any investment decisions. The information presented in this video should not be the sole basis for investment decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investment strategies have the potential for profit or loss, and different investments and types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. There can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy, including those undertaken or recommended by TandemGrowth, will be profitable or equal any historical performance level. Additional information about our Firm, including its Form ADV Part 2A describing its services, fees, and applicable conflicts of interest and Form CRS is available upon request and at www.tandemgrowth.com.
Love, Trust, and Money 💑 Strategies for Financial Harmony with guests Doug and Heather Boneparth
Feb 15 2024
Love, Trust, and Money 💑 Strategies for Financial Harmony with guests Doug and Heather Boneparth
Host Jeff Bernier welcomes guests Doug and Heather Boneparth to this episode! Doug and Heather delve into the key elements of fostering a healthy financial relationship between partners: 🤝 Connection: Start by initiating conversations about your money beliefs and behaviors, using resources like therapist-guided questionnaires to guide the discussion. 🗣️ Communication: Schedule dedicated times for distraction-free discussions, ensuring both partners have the space to express their thoughts and feelings about finances without interruptions. ➕ Contribution: Recognize and honor each other's contributions to the relationship, going beyond financial aspects to include personal contributions and household responsibilities. 🛠️ Collaboration: Establish transparency by understanding where money is coming from and going, utilizing tools like net worth tables and budgeting spreadsheets to facilitate productive conversations about financial decisions. ⏰ Consistency: Commit to regular check-ins, ideally on a quarterly basis, to review changes in net worth, spending habits, and overall financial goals, fostering long-term financial health and relationship strength. ----more----Check out Doug and Heather's book 📙 https://bonefidewealth.com/millennial-money-fix/ Check out Jeff's book 📗 https://www.jeffbernierauthor.com/ ----more---- Interested in knowing more about TandemGrowth Financial Advisors? 🪴https://www.tandemgrowth.com/
Investment Insights 🗣️ A Conversation with Ben Felix, Co-Host the Rational Reminder Podcast
Jan 29 2024
Investment Insights 🗣️ A Conversation with Ben Felix, Co-Host the Rational Reminder Podcast
Join host Jeff Bernier, President of TandemGrowth Financial Advisors, and guest Ben Felix, Portfolio Manager and Head of Research at PWL Capital, for an enlightening episode of The Money & Meaning Show. Ben Felix shares insights from renowned experts in academia and the financial industry, shedding light on the consensus that owning the market portfolio through low-cost index funds is an excellent starting point for most investors. The conversation also explores the nuances of differentiating from the market—a point of contention among experts. Furthermore, they discuss Professor Scott Cederberg whose research focuses on the long-horizon performance of a range of asset classes and investment types and what the implications may be for retail investors, challenging conventional wisdom that stocks always outperform in the long run and advocating for global diversification. Ben Felix shares insights from interviews with retirement experts, highlighting the importance of embracing uncertainty as investors. Jeff and Ben highlight the role of financial advisors in helping clients navigate uncertainty, creating portfolios aligned with their goals, and providing reassurance during market downturns. The discussion underscores that the art of financial planning and advisory services and how it complements the scientific analysis of asset allocation, as clients' trust and the ability to stick with a chosen strategy are crucial factors in long-term success.   #Investing #EvidenceBasedInvesting #LongTermInvesting
Navigating the Wealth Management Landscape with Matt Reiner: From Family Business Dynamics to AI and Creative Space
Oct 19 2023
Navigating the Wealth Management Landscape with Matt Reiner: From Family Business Dynamics to AI and Creative Space
Host Jeff Bernier welcomes special guest Matt Reiner to explore a wide range of topics that are at the forefront of the financial advisory world: The curse of knowledge: Learn why it's crucial for leaders and growing entrepreneurs to balance their experience with a willingness to adapt and allow new ideas to flourish within their organizations.Unique challenges of family businesses: Matt shares his personal experiences and lessons learned from working in a family business. Finding a financial advisor: Learn how to trust your instincts and build a relationship that's based on trust, comfort, and authenticity. The authentic culture of a firm will ooze from its employees.Are financial advisors at risk of being replaced by AI? Jeff and Matt discuss how AI is transforming the industry and why the human touch remains invaluable. They explore the evolving value proposition of financial advisors and how AI can ultimately benefit clients.Creating space for creativity: Being purposeful with time and allowing oneself to become bored can be helpful for fostering creativity. Matt encourages maintaining a constant level of curiosity and looking beyond one's immediate field of expertise to gain new perspectives and ideas. Matt Reiner is a CFA® Charterholder, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and partner at Capital Investment Advisors, a RIA in Atlanta, Georgia. Additionally, Matt is the managing partner of Wela Strategies, a RIA that deals with the investment needs of the mass affluent.   Jeff Bernier is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Certified Fund Specialist, Chartered Financial Consultant, and President of TandemGrowth Financial Advisors, LLC a RIA in Alpharetta, GA. He has been providing personalized financial advice to individuals and families since 1986. Jeff is the author of The Money & Meaning Journey: A guide to clarity, financial confidence, and joy.
A Deep Dive into Investing: From Human Capital to AI with Wes Crill of Dimensional Fund Advisors
Sep 19 2023
A Deep Dive into Investing: From Human Capital to AI with Wes Crill of Dimensional Fund Advisors
Host Jeff Bernier, CFP®, ChFC, CFS welcomes guest Wes Crill, Senior Investment Director and Vice President, Dimensional Fund Advisors, to The Money & Meaning Show podcast! In this episode, Wes and Jeff dive deep into the world of investments! They cover a wide range of topics, including: 💰👩‍⚕️Understanding the difference between financial capital and human capital and how their impact and risk profile change throughout our lives 🌟 Exploring the fundamentals of factor investing, the characteristics associated with higher expected returns, and how to determine how far to tilt 🪙 Delving into the world of fixed income, its relevance when cash is yielding nearly 5%, and discussing strategies to manage different types of risks with it 🤖 Wes's intriguing perspective on Artificial Intelligence and its potential impact (or lack thereof) on capital markets and investment strategies. #MoneyAndMeaning #InvestmentInsights #FactorInvesting #ArtificialIntelligence #FinancialIntelligence Dimensional Fund Advisors, founded in 1981, has a long history of applying academic research to practical investing. They offer a full range of equity and fixed income strategies designed to target higher expected returns. Learn more by clicking here.   TandemGrowth Financial Advisors, founded in 2003, offers you a big advantage: an on-call financial advisor who will get to know you and collaborate with you. TandemGrowth believes the high value they place on client relationships sets them apart from other investment advisors. Together, you and TandemGrowth can create a customized financial strategy and they'll be there to help navigate all of life’s financial choices. Learn more by clicking here.
Embracing an Investment Philosophy: Guiding Your Journey with Rationality and Resilience
Aug 22 2023
Embracing an Investment Philosophy: Guiding Your Journey with Rationality and Resilience
In today's episode, President and Wealth Advisor Jeff Bernier, CFP®, ChFC, CFS delves into the world of investing and explores how a well-defined investment philosophy can be your guiding light through market turmoil and triumphs. 📈 From the Great Financial Crisis to the dominance of AI-driven stocks, we journey through changing financial landscapes over our investing lifetime. Uncovering the power of a solid investment strategy may help long-term investors stay the course. 🌐 Jeff discusses the importance of understanding who you are and what you believe, and how these factors shape your investment choices. Take inventory of your resources – both financial and non-financial – and craft a strategic plan that enables you to stick to it even in challenging times. 🔑 Learn broad principles for long-term investing: thinking beyond the now, diversifying wisely, and keeping costs low while tax efficiency remains high. Discover how managing behavior and expectations can be pivotal in your investment journey, as we decode the happiness equation: reality - expectations. 🌍 Owning the world’s great businesses has proven to be an effective wealth-building strategy. We explore how the last 50 years have seen remarkable growth, with US stocks increasing about 32 times, driven by factors such as population growth and innovation. 🛤️ Join Jeff as he outlines key principles to implementing a long-term investment portfolio, backed by evidence-based research. He'll also dive into the importance of diversification across asset classes and the recognition that the future might not always mirror the past. 🎯 The ultimate goal? Helping you build and preserve wealth over time, by staying true to your investment philosophy. Tune in to this episode to gain valuable insights and strategies that may empower you to weather market fluctuations and build a prosperous financial future. https://www.tandemgrowth.com/resources/money-meaning-show #InvestmentPhilosophy #StayTheCourse #RationalInvesting