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Navigating Market Chaos: How to Stay Calm, Profit, and Protect Your Retirement
In this special episode of Leibel on Fire, Leibel Sternbach is joined by hedge fund manager Ian Naismith of Algo IQ to b…
Tired of low CD rates? In this episode of Leibel on Fire, Leibel Sternbach and Freddie Bell reveal smarter ways to grow your savings. Learn about money market funds, ETFs, multi-year guaranteed annui…
Is the 4% rule outdated? Leibel Sternbach reveals why flexibility is key to a secure, sustainable retirement in today’s economy.
Market downturns can be nerve-wracking, but did you know they can also present unique financial opportunities?
Learn how to:
- Spot the difference between a short-term dip and a prolonged downturn.
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Should You Really Buy the Dip? The Truth for Retirees When the market drops, it seems like the perfect time to buy — but is buying the dip really a smart move, especially when you're nearing retireme…
One of the most challenging questions for retirees is deciding which accounts to withdraw from first — and making the wrong choice can have lasting financial consequences. Should you start with taxab…
Is Social Security running out? In this episode, we break down the challenges facing Social Security, what it means for your retirement, and how you can plan ahead. Don’t get caught off guard—learn h…
Learn how to boost liquidity, reassess asset allocation, and refine your withdrawal strategy to weather economic downturns. Stay ahead of market uncertainty!
Trade wars can have a major impact on your retirement savings. In this episode, we break down how global trade conflicts affect inflation, investments, and taxes—and what you can do to protect your n…
Explore essential tax-saving moves for retirees before 2025. Learn about Roth conversions, tax-loss harvesting, and securing your financial future.
Navigate 2025 market uncertainty with expert tips for retirees. Learn strategies for diversification, income planning, and tax efficiency to secure your future.
Preparing financially for natural disasters is an essential part of retirement planning. Read about the strategies that will help you safeguard your financial future.
Learn valuable lessons from the tech bubble to secure your retirement. Discover smart strategies like diversification, managing FOMO, and planning for market volatility. Let us help you build a stron…
Learn smart strategies to secure steady returns in a low-interest rate world. Discover tips for retirement planning and minimizing risk with expert advice.
Big news, folks! First, there was an assassination attempt on former President Trump, then a global tech outage, and now President Biden…
Welcome to a practical rundown on the Tax Cut and Jobs Act and its implications, particularly as we edge closer to its schedule…
In this episode, we're diving into a hot topic that has stirred up quite a debate among financial experts: mutual funds. Are they the backbone of your retirement plan or a hidden obstacle on your pat…
Let's dive into the heart of smart estate planning with our latest discussion featuring the knowledgeable Azriel J. Baer, a standout in the world of estate planning and trust administration. Today, w…
Today, we're diving into the intriguing world of estate planning with a special focus on the not-so-well-known but incredibly potent Spousal Lifetime Access Trust, or SLAT for short.
Joining us this …
It's a question as old as the markets themselves: Why must the financial markets roller-coaster, teasing us with their ups and downs rather than gliding smoothly…