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Learn about financial planning strategies, ways to reduce taxes, how much you can spend in retirement, Social Security benefits, Roth IRA conversions and contributions, portfolio diversification, creating retirement income, and more. Episodes include review of case studies and interviews with subject matter experts. At Menninger & Associates, our philosophy is based on the fundamentals of financial planning. Further, we strongly believe that education and knowledge are powerful. In the end, all decisions are ultimately made by our clients, so each client knows why they are making those decisions thanks to our extremely informative meetings. Tune into this educational channel to learn strategies used every day!
Episodes
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
On this week's episode of Financial Planning: Explained", host Michael Menninger, CFP is again joined by Nick DeVito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates. This is the conclusion of a three-part series on the upcoming tax law changes in 2025.
In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss the phantom taxation of social security, income tax brackets, IRMAA, and surviving spouses. These factors may result in individual finding themselves in a higher tax bracket in retirement. This episode is great for all ages regarding tax laws.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Nick Devito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This is part two of the three-part series on the upcoming tax law changes in 2025.
In this episode, Mike and Nick talk about simplifying the tax code using a custom worksheet designed by Menninger & Associates. Mike and Nick walk through an example of an individual in different tax brackets comparing the current tax brackets to the projected 2026 brackets. This episode is great for all ages regarding tax laws.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
On this week's episode of Financial Planning: Explained", host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Nick DeVito, CFP. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates.
This is the first of a three-part series on the upcoming tax law changes in 2025. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss a broad overview of the different types of taxes, with a focus on federal taxes. The two also discuss taxation based on investment types, and the history of tax brackets. This is a great episode for all, no matter what age.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP and Kyle Ryan, CFP welcome Andy Gurkzak. Andy is the President and Manager at Allcity Adjusting, which is a licensed public adjusting firm in Indiana.
In this episode, Andy and Mike discuss the process of an adjuster evaluating property damage, negotiating an insurance claim with the insurance company, and insurance coverage. Public adjusting has financial planning implications as risk management is one of the six areas of financial planning.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP sits down with Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning.
In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss unexpected planning needs that people often overlook. Topics in this episode include: paying off debt, utilizing the benefits of a HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit), maximizing employer match, and the importance of estate planning.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the second of a two-part series discussing year-end tax planning.
In this episode, Mike and Nick review further considerations for year-end taxes. Topics in this episode include: tax loss harvesting, Roth IRA conversions, and business deductions.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes back Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the first of a two-part series on year-end tax planning.
As we reach the end of the calendar year, it is important to review certain considerations for tax planning. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss options to maximize retirement plan contributions and proper tax withholding.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This is the second episode of a two-part series on employee benefits.
In this episode, the guys continue their discussion on employee benefits. Mike and Nick go into detail about topics such as disability insurance and 401(k) programs. When discussing 401(k)s the two touch on the basics, vesting, and loan options.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
This week on “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP welcomes Nick DeVito. Nick is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning.
This episode is the first of a two-part series on employee benefits. In this episode, Mike and Nick discuss what exactly employee benefits are. After a broad overview, they cover in detail topics like open enrollment, health insurance, and life insurance.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
On this week’s episode of “Financial Planning: Explained”, host Michael Menninger, CFP is joined again by Kyle Ryan, CFP, ChFC. Kyle is a financial planner at Menninger & Associates Financial Planning. This episode is the second of a two-part series on PSERS (Pennsylvania Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
In this episode, the show an example of a PSERS statement and all that is involved with it. This episode also reviews the portion of the pensions that can be distributed as a lump sum and how it impacts the pension. They also go into detail about the various payout options and how they affect your monthly payout.
For more information on Menninger & Associates Financial Planning, visit https://maaplanning.com
*Menninger & Associates is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by PSERS