Money Unleashed

Money Unleashed

Money Unleashed is the podcast for anyone who wants to take control of their finances and achieve their retirement goals. Chris Hoffman is a wealth management and retirement planning professional with over two decades of experience. He's passionate about helping people make smart financial decisions so they can live their best lives. Powered by Hoffman Financial Group, Money Unleashed covers a wide range of financial topics and includes insights and episodes from vice presidents Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn. Whether you're just starting out on your financial journey or you're looking to refine your existing plan, Money Unleashed brings something for everyone.

Episodes

Is a Social Security crisis looming? How potential cuts could impact you

July 4, 2025 • 14 mins
Are cuts to Social Security really on the horizon? We’re sorting fact from fear and sharing what retirees -- and future retirees -- should actually focus on.

Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode, they will cover ways to identify the proper claiming strategy, maximize your Social Security benefits and hedge against potential decreases in the future.

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Why the Fed isn't budging on interest rates and what you can do about it

June 30, 2025 • 14 mins
The Federal Reserve declined to cut interest rates as the month of June comes to a close, opting instead to continue monitoring economic conditions and the potential effects that tarrifs could have among other factors. While those rates affect borrowing, they could also present some other unique opportunities. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode of Money Unleashed he breaks down what interest...
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Are you ghosting your retirement account? What to do with an orphan 401(k)

June 27, 2025 • 14 mins
We work hard for our money, but there is a troubling amount of employer-based retirement savings accounts being left behind and forgotten about. Roughly $1.6 trillion is sitting in over 29 million idle 401(k) accounts that were never moved or merged at the time of a job change. They are referred to as orphan 401(k)'s and they represent a missed opportunity for millions of Americans to grow those savings.

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Hands on or hands off? Determining the right investment style

June 20, 2025 • 14 mins
Your investment style can be as important as what you invest in. At the very least, it plays a critical role in your financial planning success. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode, they discuss the importance of refining your approach to investing, keeping tabs on your accounts, and setting your porfolio up for optimal performance.

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Fear Not: How to avoid running out of money in retirement

June 16, 2025 • 13 mins
There are different fears for different stages of our lives. When it comes to retirement, none is bigger than the fear of running out of money. Recent research revealed that retirees are more afraid of that reality than they are of death.

Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode of Money Unleashed he discusses the importance of mapping out an income plan and how that truly can be the key to elimina...
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Diversification or duplication? What retirement savers get wrong

June 13, 2025 • 9 mins
Many retirement savers believe they’re diversified simply because they have multiple accounts. What they don’t realize is that these accounts often hold the same types of investments, leaving them exposed to more risk and in danger of underperformance. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and they'll cover the keys to identifying the proper strategy to optimize your 401(k) and pre-tax a...
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The formula was fine: Investing lessons from a Classic mistake

June 9, 2025 • 15 mins
Forty years ago this year, Coca-Cola ditched its original recipe for New Coke. It didn’t go well and  turned out the classic formula was right all along. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode of Money Unleashed he shares some lessons we can learn from this marketing misstep as well as the keys to finding and sticking with the appropriate investment formula for your portfolio.

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Feeling bullish? One market forecaster says you should be

June 6, 2025 • 14 mins
Even though we've experienced some volatility in the market this year, one industry leader released a promising forecast for what's. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and discuss the financial storms we've weathered and how to identify opportunities and strike the right balance in your portfolio.

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Upon further review, the 4% rule doesn't stack up

June 3, 2025 • 14 mins
It turns out the creator of one of retirement's most popular rules of thumb now believes it actually isn't enough. The four percent rule has been around for three decades, but it may be selling retirees well short of what they can actually withdraw.

Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode of Money Unleashed he discusses the importance of building a financial plan that goes beyond rules and thumb a...
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Cash drag or cash cushion? The hidden cost of sitting on too much

May 31, 2025 • 15 mins
Not enough cash can be a problem, but too much cash can present an entirely different set of issues. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and they'llshare how we can strike a balance in order to have the appropriate mix of assets in our portfolios, including the role cash can and should play.

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Out with the old, in with the optimal: Spring cleaning for your portfolio

May 26, 2025 • 13 mins
For many, spring cleaning is an annual thing, but there is never a bad time to reevaluate your portfolio to get it looking its best. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode of Money Unleashed he shares some ways to identify outdated or underperforming assets and strategically reallocate to more promising opportunities for improved long-term performance.

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Time over Timing: Breaking down a market myth that could cost you

May 23, 2025 • 14 mins
When it comes to investing, making emotional decisions can be highly disruptive to your financial plan. That's why timing the market will never be able to match time in the market. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group discuss this tried and true methodology and how the right financial advisory firm can help take the emotions out of investing and put you on the path for a successful reti...
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What you think you know could cost you: Don't assume in retirement

May 19, 2025 • 14 mins
"Assume nothing; question everything" is a good rule of thumb for life and it is certainly applicable when it comes to creating and managing your financial plan. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and on this episode of Money Unleashed we'll cover some common financial misconceptions that could hamper retirees from meeting their financial goals and successfully funding their retirement.

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Start here: Where are you on the map of retirement?

May 16, 2025 • 9 mins
Retirement is a journey, not a destination. When you are ready to clock out of work for the last time, you need to know where you are on the map in order to chart the course you want in retirement. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and on this edition of Money Unleashed they'll discuss the steps to take in order to be prepared for a successful retirement.

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Calling the right plays in the retirement red zone

May 12, 2025 • 13 mins
When you're in the retirement redzone—those final yards before the goal—and just like in football, strategy makes all the difference. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and in this episode of Money Unleashed he discusses the importance of having your playbook ready in order to fund a successful retirement.

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Building financial confidence from the ground up

May 9, 2025 • 9 mins
Financial confidence is the key to making clear, empowered money decisions—no matter where you are on your financial journey. Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and on this edition of Money Unleashed they'll share some ways to improve your financial confidence and empower you to build the retirement plan that is right for you.

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Recession-proof your 401(k) with these strategies for tough times

May 6, 2025 • 14 mins
Preparation is one of the keys to strong financial planning. While we may not know when we'll see market fluctuations, corrections, downturns, or even a recession, having that plan in place allows us to respond appropriately and avoid reacting emotionally to those conditions. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and in this episode of Money Unleashed he shares some ways to manage your workplace retirement account...
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Retirement Mirage: Why the Magic Number isn’t so magical

May 2, 2025 • 14 mins
Heard you need a million bucks to retire? Maybe more? Maybe less? Does the number keep changing? Eric Johnson and Kyle Allyn are the Vice Presidents of the Hoffman Financial Group and on this edition of Money Unleashed they'll talk about what really matters when planning for your future and how income generation is the key to cracking the retirement code.

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Market mayhem or media spin? How your generation filters the noise

April 28, 2025 • 13 mins
The more experience we get, the better we know how to handle what life throws our way. That wisdom often comes only with age. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and in this episode of Money Unleashed he discusses how the generations are affected by both news and noise and how we can adjust our perspective to navigate the financial highs and lows and remain on course for a successful retirement through proper pl...
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What's inside? Keys to growing and protecting your retirement savings accounts

April 22, 2025 • 14 mins
Contributing to a workplace account is commonly viewed as the main vehicle for many Americans when it comes to saving for retirement. Chris Hoffman is the founder of Hoffman Financial Group and in this episode of Money Unleashed he discusses the importance of active management in order to maximize those accounts.

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