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Are you spending too much time trying to optimize the wrong parts of your financial life?

In this episode of The Money Alchemist Podcast, Brent Gargano and Ben Jones discuss one of the biggest mistakes they see investors make: obsessing over financial decisions that have very little impact while overlooking the habits that actually build long-term wealth.

From budgeting and investment returns to Social Security timing, retirement planning, taxes, and asset allocation, they explain why focusing on the fundamentals often produces better financial outcomes than chasing the "perfect" strategy.

They also break down this week's biggest market headlines, including the Federal Reserve meeting, SpaceX trading below its IPO price, inflation, Apple reclaiming the top market cap, and what's happening across the AI and semiconductor landscape.

• Why reverse budgeting can be more effective than tracking every dollar
• Why your saving rate often matters more than investment returns
• Financial behaviors that have the biggest long-term impact
• Social Security timing and retirement planning
• The difference between optimizing your finances and overcomplicating them
• Estate planning, tax efficiency, and asset allocation
• This week's market and economic updates
• Tip of the Week: Back-to-school sales tax holidays

The biggest gains in personal finance rarely come from finding a better investment. They come from consistently making better decisions over decades.

About your Hosts

Ben Jones, CFP®

Managing Director, National Wealth Management Group

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Brent Gargano, CFP®

Founder & Advisor, Infinite Wealth Planning 

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Disclosure:

The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. The views expressed here are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of National Wealth Management Group, LLC or its affiliates.

Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. There is no guarantee that any investment strategy discussed will be successful or profitable. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Economic discussions are based on current data and opinions, which are subject to change and may not accurately predict future events. We encourage listeners to conduct their own research and seek guidance from a certified financial advisor before making any decisions.

Advisory services are offered through National Wealth Management Group, LLC. For more information about National Wealth Management Group including our Forms ADV and CRS, please visit our website www.nwmgadvisors.com or contact us directly.

To connect with Ben Jones or Brent Gargano directly, email us at comments@themoneyaltchemistshow.com.