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What are Qualified Opportunity Zones? with Ray DeSantis of Redbrick LMD (Ep. 34)

What are Qualified Opportunity Zones? with Ray DeSantis of Redbrick LMD (Ep. 34)

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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 DeSantis, Managing Director of Capital Markets at Redbrick LMD, to unpack the growing significance of Qualified Opportunity Zones, or QOZs. With nearly 25 years of financial industry experience, Ray provides invaluable insights into how these zones are not only transforming distressed communities but also offering unique tax incentives for investors that meet certain requirements.

Throughout this episode, Jim and Ray discuss: 

  • The essentials and origins of Qualified Opportunity Zones
  • Why they may be attractive for those eyeing significant capital gains, but also have a long-term horizon, a desire to invest in real estate, and low liquidity needs
  • Discover the dual benefits (tax incentives and positive community impact) of investing in QOZs
  • Gain insights into why some real estate investors are ditching the 1031 exchange cycle in favor of QOZs
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Ray DeSantis is the Managing Director of Capital Markets at Redbrick LMD, where he leads investor relations and capital-raising efforts. Prior to Redbrick, he served as Vice President at the CIM Group, focusing on Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) and Family Offices. He also has experience raising capital for Resources Real Estate’s non-traded REIT and Limited Partnerships. Ray holds an MBA from Bryant University and a degree from Saint Anselm’s College. His expertise spans capital markets, real estate, and tax-advantaged investment opportunities like Qualified Opportunity Zones.

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Trust Companies vs. Individual Trustees: Which Is Right for Your Special Needs Trust? Discussion with Dan Ehrmentraut of Capital First Trust (Ep. 30)

Trust Companies vs. Individual Trustees: Which Is Right for Your Special Needs Trust? Discussion with Dan Ehrmentraut of Capital First Trust (Ep. 30)

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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 management, debunking common misconceptions, and shedding light on how these tools can protect assets and qualify individuals for essential government benefits.

Throughout this episode, Jim and Dan discuss:

  • The definition of Supplemental Needs Trusts, their key benefits, and who can benefit from them 
  • How a trust can qualify an individual for government benefits while protecting other assets 
  • The crucial role of estate planning in preserving the beneficiary’s access to resources and eligibility for benefits 
  • The reluctance of many corporate trustees to administer special needs trusts, and how Capital First Trust fills this gap 
  • And more!

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About our guest:

Dan Ehrmentraut is a seasoned expert in trust management with an illustrious career in both law and finance. Holding a J.D. from the University of New York at Buffalo and admitted to the New York Bar in 1984, Dan carries a wealth of experience and knowledge. Over two decades, Dan worked his magic in traditional bank trust departments, navigating roles as Trust Officer, Regional Trust Manager, Supervisor of Trust Tax and IRA, Sales Manager, and Department Head. His journey took him further to the doors of several large financial service companies, playing significant roles in business development.

In 2013, Dan joined Capital First Trust Company, expanding its directed trustee presence across various financial and legal landscapes. His vast experience and knack for details have led him to successfully work with numerous financial advisors on complex estate plans, integrating the benefits of a directed trust structure for wealthy clients.

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Unlocking Retirement Security: How Annuities Can Help Protect Assets and Guarantee¹ Lifetime Income, Part 2 (Ep. 27)

Unlocking Retirement Security: How Annuities Can Help Protect Assets and Guarantee¹ Lifetime Income, Part 2 (Ep. 27)

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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 of the popular “4% Withdrawal Rate” concept, and different ways annuities can be structured to meet income, investment, risk, and protection objectives in retirement.

Jim discusses:

  • Why it is important to have a reliable source of guaranteed¹ lifelong income in retirement
  • The potential consequences of relying solely on market-based investments
  • The different types of annuities that provide guaranteed¹ lifetime income and some of their key features
  • Addressing the worry of retirement savings earning a poor return (and how to mitigate this risk!)
  • Other uses for annuities besides investing and retirement income
  • The fees and penalty withdrawals considerations for annuities
  • How to know which income strategy you should use in retirement according to your unique goals and objectives.
  • And more

 

1All guarantees including the death benefit payments are dependent upon the claims paying ability of the issuing company.

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The Importance Of A Will, Trust, and Power of Attorney with Brooke McMorrow (Ep.8)

The Importance Of A Will, Trust, and Power of Attorney with Brooke McMorrow (Ep.8)

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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 with Brooke McMorrow, a business owner and attorney from McMorrow Law, LLC. They explore why you should develop a will and establish your power of attorney no matter what age you are.

Brooke discusses:

  • What an estate plan is and how you can start creating yours
  • Why you should have a power of attorney no matter your age
  • What happens when you or one of your family members passes away without a will
  • What a revocable living trust is and how it benefits you and your family
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Attorney McMorrow strives to change the stereotypes that people have about attorneys by returning phone calls in a timely manner and above all, listening to the client and providing affordable and knowledgeable legal advice in a comfortable setting.  Brooke McMorrow is licensed to practice law in both Pennsylvania and New York. As a member of the Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania, Attorney McMorrow is trained in collaborative law.

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Financial Advice For Parents of Children with Special Needs with Judy Herron, CPA (Ep.7)

Financial Advice For Parents of Children with Special Needs with Judy Herron, CPA (Ep.7)

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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, finding him support systems, and finding the right opportunities for someone who is ‘differently abled’.

Judy discusses:

  • How her work as an experienced CPA impacts small businesses 
  • What impact her son Chaz has had on her professional and personal life
  • What questions she asked herself early on about her disabled son’s future and how they helped curate his financial plan
  • Financial planning tips for parents with disabled children
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Start-up or established company, your financial information is essential for managing business performance. It’s always better to be clear on your financial position, and Judith can help you get there. Work with Judith to sharpen your focus on data that makes you an agile decision maker.



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Supporting Children With Special Needs With Mike Magulick (Ep.6)

Supporting Children With Special Needs With Mike Magulick (Ep.6)

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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 this experience changed him personally.

Mike discusses:

  • His personal life story about his son’s illness at birth
  • The journey to find expertise about his son’s rare condition
  • How he is financially preparing for the future of his child with disabilities
  • The Miracle League of Moon Township and what they provide for the community
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Mike Magulick is a commercial banker with 27 years of experience. He is the co-founder and president of the board for the Miracle League of Moon Township. He is a commercial banker for one of the larger banks in Pittsburgh and is here to share his personal story.



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The Landscape of Special Education With Dr. Jessica Hall-Wirth (Ep.5)

The Landscape of Special Education With Dr. Jessica Hall-Wirth (Ep.5)

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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 the evolving landscape of special education and explains the resources available for your child with special needs to pursue not only an education, but a career.

Jessica discusses:

  • The landscape of special education at Slippery Rock University and the career resources available
  • What inspired her to choose a career in special education
  • An overview of the educational programs available to children with special education
  • The process of obtaining an individualized education program for your child during different stages of education
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Jessica is an assistant professor of special education at Slippery Rock University located in Western Pennsylvania.



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