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Achieving the Modern Day American Dream (Ep.45)

Achieving the Modern Day American Dream (Ep.45)

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The conversation about the impact of education on future income continues! 

In this episode, Austyn Whittenberg discusses the income thresholds for being in the top 10% and top 1% of earners in the United States. He highlights the impact of education on income, stating that college graduates earn significantly more than those with only a high school degree. 

Austyn also discusses the relativity of wealth based on location and lifestyle. This episode aims to enlighten you about the relevance of a college degree in increasing income and achieving higher income levels. 

Austyn discusses:

  • A deeper analysis of the impact of education on income levels
  • The different income thresholds in the United States as of 2023
  • The relativity of wealth & why income levels feel different depending on where you live
  • The American Dream: What does it take to achieve this in the modern day?
  • And more

 

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How the Top 1% Compare to the Rest of America (Ep.44)

How the Top 1% Compare to the Rest of America (Ep.44)

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What does it take to join the top 1% of America? How much richer are they compared to the average American?

Let’s find out.

In this episode, Austyn Whittenburg discusses wealth accumulation trends and the net worth of different population percentiles. 

Using Federal Reserve data, Austyn highlights the rise in home values and car prices, and the impact of education on net worth. He also discusses the influence of different levels of education in you and your family’s financial planning processes. 

Austyn discusses:

  • The impact of education on American’s net worth
  • Key findings from the Federal Reserve about the American wealth divide
  • The difference between median and mean net worth + how this difference can create misleading headlines
  • Various statistics surrounding the different income classes of America
  • And more

 

Resources: 

https://www.federalreserve.gov/publications/files/scf23.pdf

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Is It Time To Start Saving For Your Child’s Education? With Rick Gallacher, CFP® (Ep.16)

Is It Time To Start Saving For Your Child’s Education? With Rick Gallacher, CFP® (Ep.16)

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As college costs continue to rise, more parents and grandparents are looking into ways to save for their children’s education. But with the potential for taxes and penalties, is a 529 plan the right choice?

In this episode, Austyn Whittenburg talks with Rick Gallacher, CFP®, to discuss how you can start helping your kids save money for college with a college savings plan. When used right, you are able to use the money tax free on almost everything school related.

Rick discusses:

  • Options for paying for college
  • What you can use 529 funds for
  • How the family legacy pyramid works
  • Pros and cons of college savings plans
  • And more

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About Our Guest:

Rick Gallacher has experience in the areas of financial modeling, asset allocation, investment selection, estate planning, personal risk management, holistic situation auditing and personal financial reporting. As a licensed CPA, he has proficiency in understanding and applying analysis to the overall economy, capital markets, corporate fundamentals, personal taxation and essential business law.

Prior to investing in 529 Plan investors should consider whether the investor’s or designated beneficiary’s home state offers any state tax or other state benefits such as financial aid, scholarship funds, and protection from creditors that are only available for investments in such state’s qualified tuition program. Withdrawals used for qualified expenses are federally tax free. Tax treatment at the state level may vary. Please consult with your tax advisor before investing.

Austyn Whittenburg, Rick Gallacher, Whittenburg Wealth Partners, and LPL Financial do not offer tax advice or services.



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