Do you know what ingredients are in your investment portfolio, the recipe being used and why? Do you know how markets work, the factors that influence your long-term returns, and what to expect out of your portfolio based on how it’s designed? Without an intuitive and logical framework to follow, investing can be confusing, intimidating, …
One of the most important financial resources that you have is cash flow. We use cash flow to determine how to spend, save and plan our money for the future. What happens to you when your cash flow stops as a result of a health-related matter? In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern discusses …
What would happen to your estate if you were to pass away tomorrow? Do you have a will in place for your family? States such as Pennsylvania cannot guarantee that the spouse of a deceased person will inherit 100% of the money when there isn’t a will in place. In this episode, Jim McGovern talks …
Every child is going to need different quantities of support from their parents. How can you establish and navigate the support systems that your child requires? In this episode, Jim McGovern talks with Judy Herron, CPA to discuss her story of raising her son Chaz and how she became proactive in creating his financial future, …
Everyone wants what’s best for their children even if they need a little extra support whether it be financially or emotionally. In this episode, Mike Magulick, co-founder and president of the board for the Miracle League of Moon Township, discusses his family’s story of raising and financially preparing for their child with disabilities and how …
Navigating the education system is completely different when you have a child with special needs, but just because it’s different doesn’t mean it has to be any more complicated. In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern talks with Dr. Hall-Wirth, an assistant professor at Slippery Rock University in West Pennsylvania. Dr. Jessica Hall-Wirth outlines …
What’s at stake when setting your child up for a successful financial future? What specific goals do you have in mind for your child? In this episode, Jim McGovern will give you practical insights and an overview of life planning, building a sustainable wealth for you and your children, and caring for your child’s future. …
You should understand just how fragile financial plans really can be and stay realistic about what you are up against. If it was easy to do, then you wouldn’t hear about people running out of money. In this episode, Jim McGovern shares how retirement income planning has changed over the years. He also briefly explains …
Planning for your finances far in advance is always a good idea. However, planning for harsh financial circumstances is much more difficult. In this episode of Maximizing Outcomes, Jim McGovern explains what clients can expect when having their first conversation with a financial advisor. He also goes into detail about the difference between a good …
Introducing the Maximizing Outcomes podcast with Jim McGovern. Listen in for uncommon perspectives, powerful resources, and experienced people that can help you Maximize Outcomes in your life. In this inaugural episode, Jim McGovern, shares more about him from behind the microphone. He will inform and educate anybody looking to maximize their financial potential. You will …