Maximizing Outcomes
Welcome to the Maximizing Outcomes podcast, brought to you by Jim McGovern and the McGovern Wealth Group. Achieving bigger and better results with money, family, and business isn’t about creating a bigger to-do list for yourself. It’s about who can help you create results, without you having to do all the work. Listen as we provide uncommon perspectives, powerful resources, and experienced people that can help you Maximize Outcomes in your life.
Episodes
April 12, 2024 • 35 mins
How do presidential elections influence your investment portfolio? This week on Maximizing Outcomes®, Jim McGovern talks about presidential elections and their impact on investment portfolios. Jim explores historical market behaviors during election cycles and dissects common investor sentiments and strategies amid political changes. Whether you’re navigating the uncertainties of a campaign season or curious about …
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March 29, 2024 • 31 mins
Ready to retire but unsure about your Medicare options? Want to learn how to choose the plan that fits your lifestyle and budget? Tune into this insightful episode of Maximizing Outcomes, where host Jim McGovern and Lukas Baker, founder of Baker Consulting Services, dive into the intricacies of Medicare planning. As a specialist in health …
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March 15, 2024 • 34 mins
What are the real advantages of Roth IRAs for long-term savings? Are you missing out? Join host Jim McGovern in the latest episode of Maximizing Outcomes as he dissects the world of Roth IRAs. This episode is packed with useful information, offering unique insights into this essential tool for the potential for tax-free retirement income. …
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Think life insurance is only useful during your working years? Think again. Gone are the days when life insurance was merely a conservative way to protect against pre-mature death; welcome to the era where it's a cornerstone of savvy retirement planning. Learn how banks and corporations harness the power of life insurance, not just for …
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February 2, 2024 • 44 mins
Are you ready to challenge traditional financial strategies and embrace a groundbreaking approach? In this compelling second part of the Maximizing Outcomes Podcast series, host Jim McGovern and financial expert Bob Ball dive deeper into the “Living Balance Sheet” concept. They expand on earlier ideas, helping listeners gain a clearer insight into achieving financial balance. …
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January 19, 2024 • 45 mins
Is conventional thinking behind money decisions holding you back? In this compelling episode of the Maximizing Outcomes® Podcast, host Jim McGovern is joined by Bob Ball, the innovator behind the Living Balance Sheet®. Together, they shed light on how traditional thinking has fallen short, led people astray, and explore the system that has paved an …
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January 5, 2024 • 46 mins
Ever wondered how your mind affects your investments? Is your brain wired to work against you as you make financial decisions? Join Jim McGovern of McGovern Wealth Group in the latest episode of ‘Maximizing Outcomes,’ as he teams up with Phil McGinnis, Chief Investment Strategist at Avantis Investors. Together, they navigate the intricate intersection of …
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December 15, 2023 • 39 mins
Ever wondered how the FAFSA form could unlock hidden college funding? Chart the unknown territories of college funding where host Jim McGovern unlocks the mysteries of the FAFSA form and beyond. Tailored for families on the journey of college financial planning, Jim reveals expert tactics for leveraging the FAFSA and unveils a treasure trove of …
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December 1, 2023 • 38 mins
From the moment a child is born, the talk about saving for college begins. But the burning question remains: Is the soaring cost of college worth it? Navigate the intricate world of college planning with Jim McGovern in this compelling episode of Maximizing Outcomes as he dives into the complexities of college financing. This insightful …
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November 17, 2023 • 36 mins
How can you make a lasting impact on the causes you care about most? Find out how to create a philanthropic plan that can span generations while also helping to pass on your values to your kids and grandkids. Join host Jim McGovern as he sits down with Kate McKenzie, the Senior Director of Development …
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November 3, 2023 • 40 mins
In this eye-opening episode, we explore a revolutionary approach to personal finances that will transform the way you manage your cash flows, help to supercharge your annual savings rate, and lead to faster wealth accumulation. Jim McGovern welcomes special guest Neal Brincefield, a Wealth Management Advisor at Consolidated Planning and special consultant to the Living …
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October 20, 2023 • 36 mins
Are you facing a significant capital gain but looking for ways to potentially reduce the tax burden? Tune into this episode to learn about a bipartisan initiative that aims to stimulate economic growth in distressed communities and provide tax incentives to investors that meet certain requirements. In this intriguing episode, host Jim McGovern invites Ray …
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October 6, 2023 • 39 mins
Higher earning individuals are often left underinsured and shocked by the limitations of group disability policies. How confident are you that your income is optimally protected in the event of a disability? In this episode, Jim McGovern welcomes Tasha Jo Hill, a seasoned expert in disability income planning and the Director of Income Protection Strategies …
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September 22, 2023 • 40 mins
Ready to untangle the web between the Federal Reserve, Big Tech, and your investments? In this episode, Jim McGovern from McGovern Wealth Group sits down with Michael Trudel, CFA, JD, Managing Director and Global Strategist at BlackRock, to explore the complexities of today’s markets – from the U.S. economy’s surprising resilience to the tech sector’s …
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September 13, 2023 • 47 mins
Are you an investor with a large amount of money in just a few stocks? Are you concerned about how to protect against a decline in the stock, but also reluctant to diversify due to significant tax consequences? Are you curious about ways to continue to hold the stock while at the same time have …
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Supplemental Needs Trust is an often-underrated game-changer, paramount for enhancing the quality of life for individuals with special needs. In this episode, Jim McGovern talks with Dan Ehrmentraut, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Capital First Trust, about the ins and outs of Supplemental Needs Trusts. Together, they dive into the world of trust …
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For any business owner, losing key employees can be costly and disruptive. Retaining top-performing employees is crucial not only for growing your bottom line, but also for maximizing your enterprise value when it’s time to exit the business. In the previous episode, we talked about qualified retirement plans. Today, we will discuss non-qualified retirement plans, …
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July 14, 2023 • 50 mins
In this two-part series, we’ll be covering qualified retirement plans in Part 1 and non-qualified retirement plans in Part 2. If you’re a business owner, these episodes are a must-listen, as they provide valuable insights into retirement income planning, plan designs, limitations, and how to administer them for maximum tax savings. In part 1, we …
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In the second part of this two-part series, Jim McGovern discusses how annuities can help provide a secure “retirement salary” that cannot be outlived¹ and how to help position other assets to serve as a “bonus” component for retirement spending. Jim discusses some of the challenges retirees face when relying solely on market-based investments, limitations …
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Whether you’re new to annuities or seeking to enhance your retirement income strategy, this episode offers valuable insights to support your financial journey. In this episode, Jim McGovern uncovers the potential advantages of annuities. Join us as we explore annuities and understand the need for retirement protected asset growth and protected lifetime income. Jim covers …
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