Metcalf Partners Women's Financial Planning event takes center stage as Jeb, Ethan, and Eric welcome international keynote speaker, Tara Renze. Tara shares her journey from corporate sales leadership to becoming an emotional intelligence expert and author of "Be Who You Came to Be: 43 Secrets to Unlock the Most Powerful Version of You." The conversation explores how women investors can build financial confidence through personal development and authentic self-discovery. Tara discusses the Metcalf Partners upcoming women's event, where attendees will gain insights on building confidence in financial decisions while connecting with like-minded women in a supportive environment.

What you will Learn in this Episode:

How Personal Development and authentic self-discovery directly impact women's financial planning and decision-making confidence in wealth management

Why building financial independence requires working on yourself first, and how transformational "butterfly goals" can change your career transitions and financial decision-making

The importance of creating supportive environments where women entrepreneurs and investors can connect, learn from financial advisors, and take control of their retirement planning

How self-development and emotional intelligence empower women to overcome intimidation around managing investments and financial literacy

Tune into the Metcalf Money Moment podcast for expert insights on wealth management and retirement planning! Join Jeb, Ethan, and Eric for practical Estate Planning strategies that you can implement to unlock financial clarity and confidence. Listen now to inspire your financial journey!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction to Tara Renze, emotional intelligence expert and author, discussing the women's financial planning event

03:16 Tara's grandmother's life advice: "Be who you came to be," and its impact on personal development and career transitions

06:30 Evolution from women entrepreneurs' message to women leadership development and discussion of Tara’s new book

13:25 Tara's journey from a corporate financial advisor, CareerBuilder, to a direct sales and self-development focus

17:00 Taking the first imperfect step in entrepreneurship and building financial confidence through action

19:59 Creating inclusive spaces for women investors to overcome intimidation in financial decision-making and retirement planning

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Women's financial planning becomes less intimidating when combined with personal development work—when you focus on improving yourself first, everything else, including financial decision making and relationships, naturally improves

"Butterfly goals" are transformational rather than transactional objectives that require figuring things out as you go, leading to greater financial independence and self-development for women entrepreneurs and professionals alike

Creating supportive environments where women investors can learn from financial advisors alongside friends helps overcome the intimidation many face when managing retirement planning, especially after life transitions like divorce

The message "be who you came to be" transcends cultural boundaries and industries, empowering women by encouraging authentic self-discovery rather than conforming to external expectations in career transitions and wealth management

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Tara Renze is an international keynote speaker, author, and emotional intelligence expert helping individuals and organizations “Be who

The 2025 tax cuts are not just changes; they are transformations that will impact your estate tax, standard deduction, and tax planning strategies. Join hosts Jeb, Ethan, and Eric on the Metcalf Money Moment podcast as they unpack the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law in 2025. This episode delves into critical updates, including higher estate tax exemptions for the ultra-wealthy, expanded standard deductions for retirees, and new deductions for business owners. Discover how 2025 tax reform estate planning can optimize your financial future, whether you're saving for retirement, managing a business, or planning your legacy. Tune in for expert insights to maximize your wealth with these tax cuts.

What you will Learn in this Episode:

How tax cuts impact your tax planning and financial strategies.

Changes to estate tax exemptions and their effect on wealth transfer.

Benefits of increased standard deduction for retirees and families.

New qualified business income deductions for business owners.

Strategies for 2025 tax reform estate planning to optimize savings.

Tune into the Metcalf Money Moment podcast for expert insights on wealth management and retirement planning! Join Jeb, Ethan, and Eric for practical Estate Planning strategies that you can implement to unlock financial clarity and confidence. Listen now to inspire your financial journey!

TIMESTAMPS:

01:25 Overview of 2025 tax cuts in One Big Beautiful Bill Act: Impacts on tax planning, revenue reduction

04:40 Estate tax updates: Exemption rises to $15M/person, aiding wealth transfer for high-net-worth

07:21 SALT deduction changes: Increases to $40K for married couples, phases out above $500K income

10:31 Standard deduction at $31,500, no tax on tips/overtime or car loan interest

15:02 Retiree benefits: Senior deduction adds $6K/person, qualified business income deduction permanent

21:30 Tax planning opportunities: Roth conversions, estate tax strategies for efficient wealth transfer

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Tax cuts impact: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshapes tax planning, estate tax, and federal revenue.

SALT deduction expansion: $40K cap for married couples, key for tax cuts and high earners’ tax planning.

New deductions: Car loan interest, charitable contributions, enhance tax cuts, support retirement planning.

Senior deduction: $6K extra for those 65+, a significant tax cut boost for retirement planning strategies.

ABOUT THE HOSTS:

Jeb Graham, the CEO and Managing Partner at Metcalf Partners Wealth Management, is a seasoned financial advisor with a CFP® designation and executive education in retirement planning from Wharton. His expertise and community involvement make him a trusted voice in the field. Before founding Metcalf Partners, Jeb was a financial advisor in Overland Park, Kansas. Active in the Kansas City community, Jeb serves on the Kansas City Chapter Board of the Entrepreneur Organization (EO). He holds a finance degree from Kansas State University and a CFP® designation, and he received additional executive education in retirement planning from Wharton.

Ethan Hutcheson is a Partner and Financial Planner at Metcalf Partners. He is passionate about helping people prepare, plan, and execute their goals. With a career in Financial Services, his expertise spans Financial Planning, Tax, and Investment Management. Outside of work, Ethan enjoys hunting, cycling, and outdoor activities with his wife, Shanna, and their sons, Rhett and Levi.

Eric Wymore is a Partner and Wealth Manager at Metcalf Partners Wealth Management. His career has been dedicated to...

Can Estate Planning be simplified? With Wealth.com’s innovative tools, like the AI extractor tool and visualizations, the answer is yes.

Join Jeb, Ethan, and Eric on the Metcalf Money Moment podcast as they host Eva Deniz to explore how estate planning transforms with Wealth.com. Learn how financial advisors can streamline the creation of revocable trusts, wills, and other estate planning documents, making the process more intuitive and cost-effective. Learn to navigate emotional hurdles and ensure your plan mirrors your expectations.

What you will Learn in this Episode:

How Wealth.com enhances Estate Planning for advisors and clients.

Benefits of the AI extractor tool for updating existing plans.

Role of the attorney network in supporting deed services.

Using the pre-meeting worksheet to ease client account setup.

Tune into the Metcalf Money Moment podcast for expert insights on wealth management and retirement planning! Join Jeb, Ethan, and Eric for practical Estate Planning strategies to unlock financial clarity and confidence. Listen now to inspire your financial journey!

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Estate Planning can be emotional. A pre-meeting worksheet and estate planning checklist give clients time to plan.

06:38 Eva highlights the AI extractor tool for visualizing and updating outdated revocable trusts, wills, and medical directives.

13:00 The intuitive document wizard eliminates legalese, and the attorney network offers a pre-negotiated rate.

16:45 Discussion of consultation rate for clarifying complex wills and trusts, highlighting Wealth.com’s value in simplifying legal jargon.

19:15 Metcalf is partnering with Wealth.com, emphasizing faster Estate Planning processes for clients using the client account and document wizard.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Wealth.com simplifies Estate Planning with tools like the document wizard and visualizations for advisors and clients

AI extractor tool visualizes and updates existing wills or trusts in minutes, ensuring relevance

Pre-meeting worksheet and estate planning checklist ease emotional barriers in client account setup

Attorney network offers consultations for $240 and deed services to finalize revocable trusts

ABOUT THE GUEST:

Eva Deniz leads advisory sales in the Central Region at Wealth.com, helping advisors, firms, and family offices initiate dynamic estate planning conversations. She empowers advisors to leverage it for growth while addressing industry challenges. Before joining 2.5 years ago, she spent 8 years at Lululemon, leading EMEA ecommerce operations and guest experience. Outside of work, she travels with her children (ages 10 and 14), plays golf, and enjoys spending time at the lake.

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DISCLAIMER:

This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax or legal advice. We suggest that you discuss your specific situation with a qualified tax or legal advisor.