In this episode, Justin and Jared answer a listener's question from a 70½-year-old with over $5 million in IRAs who wants to manage their lifetime tax liability. They walk through the math of Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and compare and contrast using Roth conversions, qualified charitable distributions (QCDs), and donating appreciated stock.

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In this episode, Jared and Justin sit down with Sean T. Dugan of Dugan Production Corporation to unpack the often messy world of estate planning. Sean shares what it’s been like stepping in as the third generation of a six decade family oil and gas business and the challenges that come with unclear communication and disorganized inherited assets. Together, we talk about how family dynamics, business responsibilities, and legacy planning can collide and why proactive conversations matter. It’s an insightful look at preparing the next generation and avoiding avoidable pitfalls when it comes to passing down a family enterprise.

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In this episode, Justin and Jared break down the latest JPMorgan Guide to Retirement, exploring what real spending looks like for retirees today. They highlight the study’s most surprising findings and compare them with spending patterns they see among Oil & Gas professionals. Drawing from their own client data, they share practical insights into how retirement spending actually evolves—and what that means for planning a sustainable, confident retirement.

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In this episode, Justin and Jared dive into several key topics shaping today’s financial landscape. They discuss Kyle Busch’s lawsuit against Pacific Life and what it says about life insurance, the growing trend of advisors moving away from broker-dealers, and the latest shifts in used car prices, housing, and interest rates. They conclude with a look at AI’s influence on the economy and what these changes mean for investors.

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In this episode, we dive into the world of property and casualty insurance for high-net-worth families with Landon Davis from NFP. We examine the evolving risks and market shifts that make insuring valuable property particularly challenging. We also talk about Landon’s journey into the insurance field and how great brokers do more than manage policies—they become trusted advocates when challenges arise.

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In this episode, we explore how the Ivy League endowment model can inform smarter investing for oil and gas professionals. We discuss how these massive funds balance long-term growth with liquidity and why even “permanent capital” requires flexibility. Listeners will see the blind spots of the largest pools of institutional capital and learn why no one invests to optimize for total return.

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In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Reagan Miller, the newest member of our Fort Worth team. She shares her journey into wealth management, how her background in admin and marketing supports her role, and her passion for organization, bookkeeping, and learning new skills. Reagan also talks about her excitement for being part of the Fort Worth community and contributing to our team’s mission of providing trusted financial planning in the oil and gas industry.

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In this episode, Justin and Jared explore real estate investing, the future of work trends, and how both are reshaping today’s markets. We dive into Galveston’s oversaturated Airbnb market, the return-to-office push, and what these shifts mean for hybrid work models and investors. Plus, we break down dividend strategies and the economic impact of ultra-luxury real estate projects like Ken Griffin’s billion-dollar Palm Beach estate.

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