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Financial Strides Podcast

Join hosts Kim and Emily as they guide you through practical financial wellness, from understanding investment basics to balancing today's enjoyment with tomorrow's security. No overwhelm, no judgment—just clear conversations that help you take confident steps toward financial contentment.

Financial Strides Podcast

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  • Taxable Brokerage Accounts

    Episode Description You’ve maxed your retirement accounts and paid down debt. Now what? Kim and Emily explain taxable brokerage accounts—the final, unlimited bucket where your post-tax dollars work for you. Discover why “taxable” doesn’t mean what you think, how capital gains actually work, and why this account might be your secret weapon for early retirement,…

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  • Deep Dive into Retirement Accounts

    Episode Description Confused by retirement account acronyms? Kim and Emily demystify IRAs, Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, and Roth 401(k)s, explaining exactly how each account works, their tax advantages, and—most importantly—how these accounts work together to maximize your retirement savings. Bonus: a farmer’s market seed analogy that finally makes the tax difference crystal clear. Financial Strides Episode…

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  • Your New Year’s Financial Checklist

    Episode Description Start the year right with a practical roadmap for your financial and personal life. Kim and Emily guide you through essential annual reviews—from credit reports to insurance coverage—helping you organize, protect, and plan for the year ahead without overwhelming yourself. Financial Strides Your New Year’s Financial Checklist Episode Summary New Year brings the…

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  • The Waterfall Savings Method (Part 2)

    Episode Description Where does your tax bracket send you next? Kim and Emily continue their waterfall savings framework, diving deep into maximizing 401(k)s, understanding the powerful benefits of Roth accounts, and navigating tax-advantaged savings strategies. Learn when to prioritize reducing taxable income versus building tax-free growth, plus why automation is the secret to making your…

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Woodley Farra Manion does not provide tax, legal or accounting advice. The material discussed in this podcast series is informational in nature and is not intended to provide and should not be relied on for tax, legal or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors prior to taking action related to this information.