Why You Need Bitcoin In Your Financial Plan - Jim Crider

 We dive into: 
🔹 Why money is a communication tool, not just a balance sheet 
🔹 How broken incentives distort the role of most financial advisors 
🔹 The difference between wealth accumulation and time freedom 
🔹 How Jim integrates Bitcoin into client portfolios with 100% adoption 
🔹 The real reason most people feel financially stuck—and how to change it 
🔹 What legacy planning looks like in a Bitcoin future 
🔹 The truth behind “risk” in diversification, cash, and chasing returns 
🔹 How to build financial plans around your values, not vague goals 
🔹 Why the best financial decisions aren’t always the highest yielding 
🔹 How Bitcoin changes the conversation from accumulation to preservation 

Whether you’re a longtime Bitcoiner, a young family building your future, or someone approaching retirement with big questions, this episode offers a deeply human take on wealth, time, and intentional living. 

🎙 Guest: Jim Crider Twitter/X – @JimCriderTX 
Website – https://intentionallivingfp.com 

00:00 - Introduction 
01:08 - Jim's Bitcoin Journey: From 2012 to 2020 
02:49 - Why Jim Moved Everything to Bitcoin in 2020 
04:27 - How Intentional Living is Different 
06:29 - Incentives and Conflicts in Financial Planning 
08:58 - Educating Clients About Bitcoin 
12:30 - Jim’s Ideal Clients and Niches 
17:09 - Uncovering Clients’ Values and Goals 
23:10 - The Flowchart of Financial Planning 
28:42 - Common Mindsets of Successful Clients 
31:15 - Regrets and Lessons Learned About Wealth
34:52 - How Jim’s Own Allocations Have Evolved 
40:22 - Diversification and Risk Assessment 
48:34 - The Importance of Emergency Funds 
52:38 - Thoughts on Bitcoin Mining 
57:25 - Ownership, Education, and Conviction 
59:54 - Getting Started with Bitcoin 
1:06:29 - The Potential of Bitcoin for Wealth Building 
1:08:26 - Closing Thoughts and How to Connect with Jim

Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified professional before making any investment or financial decisions

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