Sound Financial Bites

Business usually doesn’t move forward if you're not moving. However, sometimes pausing is the only way forward when you need to evaluate what direction you are going. Learn how to get value out of pausing to evaluate your goals and your aims from Paul and Cory in this episode.  For full show notes visit: https://sfgway.com/ep204 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solici

If you could put a number on what you would need monthly to live a good enough life, would you have it ready? The financial ejection seat is less about having a large emergency fund and more about understanding your sufficiency. Dig deeper into the types of spending there are and hone in on your sufficiency number. This is the true vaccine for lifestyle addiction. For full show notes visit: https://sfgway.com/ep203 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information p

Doctors know what is coming when they are done with school or residency: a high paying job. This moment in time has been dubbed the “White Coat Window”. However, as an entrepreneur and/or business owner, you may find yourself in this window of increased income without a plan. Listen to Paul and Cory as they discuss how to best take advantage of your new income. For full show notes visit: https://sfgway.com/ep202 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information pres

Warren Buffet is known as a poster child for investment strategies personally and corporately. However his method for success isn’t found in new marketable strategies or short squeezes. His secret sauce is, in fact, not so secret. Listen to Paul and Cory break down his fundamentals in this live episode recorded on March 9th. For full show notes visit: https://sfgway.com/ep201 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes onl

Start with a plan, treat it like a business, and plan for maintenance; 3 of Robert's notable lessons he has taught hundreds of real estate investors. Paul digs in deeper with Robert from Blackwell Real Estate to discuss what it takes to own real estate and rental property. For full show notes visit: https://sfgway.com/ep200 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitatio

Believe it or not, “retirement” doesn’t mean the game is over, even if it looks like you have enough points on the scoreboard. Paul and Cory break down why “retirement” isn’t good terminology, what a good definition of an asset is, and what the true cure is for “retirement”. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep199 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitati

If you knew you could have an account that you could deduct contributions, and grow tax-free, while also being able to access it before retirement age, would you be interested? Well, it’s true, it’s called an HSA account. Paul and Cory spoke live on Youtube and Facebook about how to utilize the benefits of an HSA account to turn your health expenses into a saving vehicle. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep198 Subscribe and click the bell on Youtube and Facebook to become notified when Paul and Cory go live next. Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Inform

Grandpa always said, “gold is the best place to put your money”. However, if you have invested in gold, did you know what it would cost you to sell it when you purchased it? Over time, has gold truly out beat inflation? Is crypto-currency the new gold of the 40’s? as the price of gold escalates, Paul and Cory tackle tons of gold-related questions and talking points in how it should pertain to your investment strategy. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep197 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does

In a year many of us would rather forget, we still have been able to make memories. 2020 had plenty of plot-twists, but Paul and Cory bring you one last twist; Analyzing the CPI (Christmas Price Index). Discover what the 12 days of Christmas have to do with futures and hear Paul and Cory count their blessings with listener's live chat responses. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep196 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of an

Beard growth and momentum investing aren't too different, they’re both real, they’re just not profitable, (unless it's Paul Adams beard of course). After discussing the illusions of investing last week, Paul and Cory break down the actions you can take as solutions to those illusions. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep195 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. 

Ever wonder what World War 2 bombers have to do with big-box financial retail? How about why mutual funds point to their track record of success and yet say it isn’t a guarantee for success in their disclaimer? Managing money can be complex but Paul and Cory take this time to dispel a few illusions of investing in this condensed and fast-paced episode. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep194 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchas

If you know in January what would happen this year, how would you predict the market would move? Ultimately not a single person was able to project how the market would move this year, and even so, all speculations along the way have not panned out in most common projections. This conversation breaks down why market timing simply doesn't work as we want it to. Paul and Cory also take time to encourage listeners to stick to their aims. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep193 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purpos

Have you questioned your financial beliefs recently? Some would say we have a tendency to hold onto our “sacred cows” and stick with financial practices because it’s “always been that way”. Check out this live podcast with Paul and Cory as they breakdown our financial sacred cows. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep192 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies.  Inv

The very things that make us look wealthy erode our capacity to build wealth. Do you know how much of your income is deployed into tools for your future compared to what you or your household consumes? This is a sensitive topic for most people, simply because our lifestyles suggest we should always be spending. Paul and Cory tackle this sensitive topic with grace and applicable tools so that you can make healthy decisions with your money for, yourself, your family, and your future. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep191 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser. 

If you had an opportunity to use the IRS’s money to reinvest in a Roth would you take it? Of course! That opportunity is here. Paul and Cory discuss on a part of the CARES Act that allows you access to your 401k penalty-free. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep190 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies.  Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are

While March for many people was a month that spelled disaster, Brock Blake saw an opportunity, not to simply chase the American dream of financial gains through business, rather save it. In this episode, Paul and Cory speak with CEO of Lendio Brock Blake, on how March was the moment his company catapulted into its position and purpose. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep189 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific

Have you ever thought about the symbiotic nature of your balance sheet? Probably not. That’s why Paul and Cory are here to help you understand how your assets can be used to work together. Today, they continue the conversation of whole life insurance and how to use it as a volatility buffer, and how it can be used to refrain from taking distributions from assets sensitive to market fluctuations in down years. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep188 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not inten

Hop in the time machine with Paul and Cory to discover some principles and disciplines that are essential for an economy that has crashed or is volatile. Paul had recorded this episode a few years ago and yet, every point is still true to this day because every point is a foundation for holding strong through tumultuous markets. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep187 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registered investment adviser.  Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securi

When most people consider using whole life insurance for retirement they usually don’t think about, how it can maximize cash efficiency, using it to substitute bonds, or even use it as a volatility buffer. This conversation is all about using whole life insurance in a way that most people are never taught to use it. Believe it or not, whole life insurance can help grow your wealth even through retirement. Join Paul and Cory to discover what methods are appropriate for utilizing a wholesome financial plan. For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep186 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registe

Isn’t money the engine for your business? Van Haas, CEO of Accountix Solutions joins Paul Adams for a discussion on how to protect your ‘ship’ from sinking beginning with accounting. While many managers overlook or defer to an accountant to handle the numbers and bookkeeping, without recurring reviews, you won’t have total control of your business and profitability. Find out how to use the numbers from the accounting office to better run your business, in this week’s episode. Contact Van: Van@accountix.co For full show notes visit: https://sfgwa.com/ep185 Contains a sample of “King” by Zayde Wølf courtesy of Lyric House. This Material is Intended for General Public Use. By providing this material, we are not undertaking to provide investment advice for any specific individual or situation, or to otherwise act in a fiduciary capacity. Please contact one of our financial professionals for guidance and information specific to your individual situation. Sound Financial Inc. dba Sound Financial Group is a registe