In this week’s episode of the Active Wealth Show, Ford dives deep into the topic of inflation and explore effective strategies to combat its impact on your financial well-being. Ford examines how inflation affects various aspects of our lives, from the cost of...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam share a list of mistakes to avoid when preparing for retirement. Plus, if you don’t think you will ever retire, we explain all the reasons why you still need a plan for your financial future. Let us help you take control of your...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam discuss the recent news about Wells Fargo overcharging investment accounts. Plus, banks are pushing certificates of deposit (CDs) on their customers – we present some alternatives for protecting and growing your safe money. Let us...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam define and explain two important financial terms – beta and standard deviation. Balancing risk and reward is a fundamental aspect of investing, so on this week’s show we discuss strategies that savvy investors are using to better...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam highlight seven reasons why having a tactical, actively-managed portfolio is a good idea for your retirement. They also discuss the looming concerns regarding Social Security and the importance of having a plan for income and taxes....

On this week’s show, Ford discusses different types of investing and suggests using certain strategies to better manage risk within your retirement portfolio. Plus, Generation X is largely unprepared to enter retirement. We share key figures and discuss how you can...

On this week’s episode, Ford shares how he helps people cut costs by building fee-efficient retirement plans and making sure that a proper will and estate plan is in order. We also discuss a recent story about Aretha Franklin and a will found in her couch. Let us help...

Ford explains what you need to be doing if you are in the retirement redzone. People within 5 years of retirement, or those who have just retired in the last 5 years should be considering these key strategies to maximize income during their golden years – listen-in to...

Ford and Sam open the listener mailbag to answer more questions from Activators who have written to us here at Active Wealth Management. Listen-in to hear strategies for eliminating a significant portion of taxes and fees from your retirement plan. Let us help you...

This week, Ford takes some financial tips from the Oracle of Omaha himself, Warren Buffet. He will share five rules of investing that can help make your retirement live up to your expectations. Plus, we will talk all about annuities and how one particular type can...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam open up the listener mailbag and answer your questions. Inflation, Social Security, retirement income – no topic is off limits! Plus, how are rising prices affecting your travel plans this summer? We take a look at the numbers and...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam explain how you can take steps to increase your retirement income potential and protect your hard-saved money from market volatility. Plus, when one spouse passes away, they often leave behind financial burdens for their loved ones....

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam share two quotes of the week before providing a travel update for Memorial Day Weekend. Plus, we dispel common retirement myths and give some important information on Social Security for 2024 and beyond. Do you have an income plan for...

Ford and Sam share a wise quote of the week before detailing the latest market update including new information about rising interest rates and the national debt. Plus, do you want to master your cash flow in retirement? Ford outlines how you can take control of your...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam go over some bad financial habits that could put your retirement at risk. Then, Ford details some lucrative alternatives to bank CDs before reviewing a list of proactive steps you should be taking to improve your retirement plan. Do...

Ford interviews Gus Morris, who spent more than three decades officiating college football in the SEC. Check out his new book at: TheFootballBook.com Do you have an income plan for your retirement? Call Ford Stokes at 770-685-1777 Book a Complimentary Consultation...

Ford interviews an annuity expert to help explain why insurance companies are able to deliver such attractive investment options in 2023. We also share our quote of the week and explain why now could be the best time to get more defensive with your retirement savings....

Ford Stokes lists the top concerns that retirees and pre-retirees are worried about, and offers solutions to these obstacles we all face. It’s time to work with an advisory team who has your family’s best interests in mind. Do you have an income plan for your...

On this episode, Ford and Sam help answer one of the questions they get the most – will Social Security be around when I retire? They also explain what “The Widow’s Tax” is and why the solution is a having a strong income plan that is established in advance. Do you...

Ford and Sam outline the recent bank failures at Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank while explaining what you can do to protect your hard-earned money from a potential crisis. Also, your retirement nest egg may be smaller than you think – Ford explains how to kick...

On this week’s show, Ford explains how you should navigate one of the most important retirement decisions – when to take Social Security. He also breaks down what you need to be doing to minimize fees inside your retirement portfolio. Do you have an income plan for...

Ford and Sam share the quote of the week and discuss the importance of taking action with regards to your financial future. Then, they explain how to defuse the retirement tax bomb inside your portfolio and detail how to convert money into tax-free accounts. Do you...

On this week’s show, we help listeners get started on improving their retirement plans with simple and practical adjustments. You will also learn how to delete the fees you could be currently paying on a significant portion of your portfolio. We also share a list of...

Even if you already have a retirement plan in place, it’s important to have it reviewed and checked for necessary adjustments on an annual basis. Visit our website to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation, and find out how much you could save today. Do you...

On this week’s show, Ford and Sam share important updates regarding the new Secure Act 2.0 and explain how it could impact your retirement plans moving forward. Do you have an income plan for your retirement? Call Ford Stokes at 770-685-1777 Book a Complimentary...