Roles and Responsibilities of a Financial Advisor (EP. 76)

By dearrochesterretirewell | January 24, 2024

Planning for retirement and ensuring financial security in the post-retirement years involves more than just accumulating wealth through savings and investments; it encompasses cultivating the comfort and confidence to meet present and future needs.

Achieving this security begins with creating a good retirement budget, a strategic tool that lays the groundwork for a stable and worry-free financial journey throughout one’s retirement years.

In this episode, David Pulcini, the Managing Partner at SixPoint Financial Partners, delves into why working with a Financial Advisor is essential. Moreover, he shares invaluable insights on how to create a good retirement budget.

Additionally, he uncovers the 5 biggest retirement planning mistakes that people make and guides the listeners through 8 essential action steps to enhance their retirement planning.

Tune in for a wealth of knowledge that will transform your approach to retirement planning.

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During this episode, you will learn about:

[01:17] What is the point of working with a Financial Advisor?

[02:00] The meaning of financial security

[02:59] How to create a good retirement budget

[04:58] https://sixpointfp.com/

[06:00] 5 Biggest retirement planning mistakes that people make

[13:55] What does SixPoint mean?

Website: https://sixpointfp.com/

[14:34] 8 Essential action steps to enhance your retirement planning

Step #1 Determine your financial needs

Step #2 Identify funding sources

Step #3 Plan backwards for saving

Step #4 Align investments with your goals

Step #5 Maximize social security & pensions

Step #6 Minimize your taxes legally

Step #7 Update legal documents
Step #8 Conduct annual reviews

[15:59] Connect with David Pulcini: https://sixpointfp.com/

Key Takeaways:

“Financial security is not just about the numbers in your bank account or investments; it’s about the comfort and confidence that you can meet your needs today and in the future.” ~David Pulcini [02:03]
“Taxes don’t retire when you do.” ~David Pulcini [07:41]
Effective estate planning ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, providing clarity and ease for your loved ones. [12:27]

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Life Lessons and Financial Planning with Financial Advisor Aaron Laranetto (Ep. 73)

By dearrochesterretirewell | December 13, 2023

Financial planning transcends mere money-making; it’s about forging connections and relationships. Importantly, dedicating time to planning and investing enhances the long-term efficiency of your money.

Joining us today is Aaron Laranetto, a Wealth Manager, Temple alumni, and an independent Financial Advisor at SixPoint Financial Partners. Aaron generously reveals his path into financial services and recounts acquiring his first client.

Aaron presents a comparative analysis of working with a Brokerage Firm versus an Insurance Firm, and also explains why he chose to become an independent advisor. Aaron also pinpoints two often overlooked aspects in retirement planning.

Don’t miss out, tune in!

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During this episode, you will learn about:

[01:18] Meet our guest: Aaron Laranetto

[01:36] Aaron’s background

[04:43] https://sixpointfp.com/

[05:33] How Aaron got into the financial services space

[08:33] How he got his first client

[11:54] Aaron’s comparative experience: Working with a Brokerage Firm vs. an Insurance Firm

[16:30] What prompted Aaron to become an independent advisor?

[19:49] Aaron’s advice to his 22-year-old self

[23:13] Who are the clients that Aaron is currently working with, and how is he assisting them?

[25:25] Where is Aaron currently located?

[27:09] The 2 common things that people often miss in their retirement plan journey

[31:02] Connect with Aaron Laranetto

Website: https://sixpointfp.com/

Email: alaranetto@sixpointfp.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-laranetto-ab87a9bb/

Key Takeaways:

“Financial planning is more than just making a good living for yourself; it’s about building relationships.” ~Aaron Laranetto [20:20]
Having confidence in yourself and your work significantly enhances your effectiveness as an advisor.. [21:22]
The more time you have to invest, the more time you will give your money to work for you. [29:14]

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