Bill Belichick coaching UNC proves retirement needs purpose, but the real surprise this year has been international markets. Andy and Adam break down why overseas stocks are quietly crushing US returns, plus advanced strategies for charitable giving and health savings accounts.

From Germany leading global markets to donor-advised funds and charitable remainder trusts, this episode covers the sophisticated planning tools that make the biggest impact during income transitions.

We cover:

Why international stocks are up 20%+ while US markets lag
Bill Belichick as a cautionary tale about retirement purpose
Advanced charitable giving: donor-advised funds vs. charitable trusts
The HSA strategy most people get wrong (hint: stop using it as a piggy bank)
Why you can reimburse yourself from your HSA decades later
How to front-load charitable tax deductions in high-income years

⏱️ Timestamps:

(00:00) Bill Belichick's retirement cautionary tale
(02:42) International markets crushing US returns in 2025
(08:19) Why diversification finally paid off
(15:49) Advanced charitable giving strategies
(17:12) Donor-advised funds for tax planning transitions
(21:09) Charitable remainder trusts for concentrated positions
(28:44) The HSA strategy everyone gets wrong
(33:12) Why you should treat your HSA like a Roth IRA
(36:47) T-ball coaching advice and walkup music
(41:11) Podcast disclosures

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