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Sep 4, 2024 • 24min

What does a CFP® Professional learn? Pt. 6 Estate Planning

🎙️ Dive into the essential world of estate planning with our latest episode, "What does a CFP® Professional learn? Pt. 6 Estate Planning”. 🎧 Bri and Dr. Jay finish their conversation around the CFP® process and learnings with the fundamentals on Estate Planning—asset disposition, ownership types, gifting rules, and the gross estate. 🏠They help unravel the complexities of estate tax calculations 💰, exemptions, and generation-skipping transfer tax, while covering vital documents like wills and powers of attorney 📜, and the probate process through their insightful conversation.And explore strategies for business succession, charitable gifting 🎁, and managing digital assets 💻. This episode equips you to understand Estate Planning from the CFP® and childfree lens to ensure your legacies are thoughtfully planned and preserved. 🌟 About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Aug 28, 2024 • 36min

Episode 100! Where Are We Now

🎙️ Join us for a momentous 100th episode of the Childfree Wealth Podcast! We're marking this milestone with an in-depth exploration of life planning, financial strategies, and the distinctive paths of childfree individuals. 🌍In this special episode, Bri and Dr. Jay break down the eight ‘No Baby Steps' —a set of innovative financial strategies tailored for those pursuing childfree lives. From maximizing your financial independence to enhancing your life experiences by simplifying your finances, we cover it all. But that’s not all—we delve into the heart of what it means to live a fulfilling, childfree life, with thoughtful discussions on how to align your financial choices with your personal values. 🌟 Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you thrive.🎧 Listen in as we reflect on this incredible journey, share inspiring stories, and reinforce the importance of community and support in achieving financial freedom. 💬About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Aug 21, 2024 • 47min

Exploring Freedom & Fulfillment of a Childfree Lifestyle with Doc G

🎙️In honor of nearing our 100th episode, we're revisiting one of the unforgettable moments of the Childfree Wealth Podcast: Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP® ‘s conversation with Doc G which originally aired on the Earn and Invest Podcast.Join the conversation as Dr. Jay and Doc G delve into the complexities of embracing a childfree lifestyle. 🌟 The episode explores the shifting demographics of childfree individuals in America, examining both the financial and societal impacts of choosing not to have children.Dr. Jay and Doc G shed light on the unique financial considerations for childfree couples, including the strategic management of resources and the importance of healthcare benefits in today's medical landscape. 💰🏥 They also address common misconceptions and societal pushback faced by those who choose a childfree path, contrasting it with the experiences of those who are childless due to circumstances beyond their control.🎧Tune in to discover how embracing a child-free lifestyle can be both rewarding and empowering! 🎧About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Aug 14, 2024 • 50min

Rebekah & Matt Planning Session 6: Next Steps and Considerations for their Aging Parents’ Needs

🎙️In this engaging episode of our podcast, Rebekah and Matt dive into their final session with Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, focusing on their next steps and the crucial elements of financial planning and estate management for adult children with aging parents.Dr. Jay guides Rebekah and Matt through important future considerations, including planning for their aging parents' financial needs and potential health issues. 🏥 He highlights the necessity of obtaining copies of their parents' wills, power of attorney, and insurance policies, while exploring long-term care options and understanding their parents' financial situations, pensions, and retirement plans.The episode covers essential topics like cognitive decline risks, inheritance strategies, and the need for updated estate planning documents, such as choosing between trusts and wills. 📑 Dr. Jay covers the next steps for Rebekah and Matt, outlining key action items such as starting conversations with their parents about vital legal documents, ensuring they are trusted individuals on their parents’ bank accounts, and focusing on building a $30,000 emergency fund before prioritizing retirement accounts. 💰🎧Tune in to discover how proactive financial management and estate planning can secure your future stability and peace of mind. 🎧About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Aug 7, 2024 • 39min

DINK Math with Erika & Kristen from DINKY

🎙️In this episode, we revisit Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®’s guest appearance on The DINKY Podcast. Join Dr. Jay and the dynamic duo from the Dinky pod, Erika and Kristen, in a hilariously unhinged episode that discusses financial strategies for child-free couples. If you're childfree and craving laughter mixed with financial wisdom, this conversation is a must.💡Discover tailored financial strategies for child-free couples, including the 'die with zero' philosophy, the ‘Garden of the Rose’ concept 🌹, and a comparison of the FIRE 🔥 (Financial Independence, Retire Early) and FILE 📁 (Financial Independence, Live Early) models. 🎧 Tune into this engaging conversation that will get you laughing and thinking about the actionable insights and proactive steps discussed to ensure shared financial goals and preparedness for future challenges. 📈💬About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Aug 1, 2024 • 38min

Celebrating International Childfree Day

🎙️ In this special episode of the podcast, host Bri celebrates International Childfree Day with an insightful conversation featuring distinguished guests Dr. Jay, Nandita Bajaj, Christine Erickson, and Angela Harris. Together, they explore the multifaceted experience of living childfree, examining its implications on legacy, minimalism, policy changes, and empowerment within the community.Join us as our guests share their unique perspectives on creating a fulfilling life without children, emphasizing the importance of freedom, meaningful relationships, and personal responsibility for future care. 👥 The discussion also delves into practical financial planning strategies tailored for those without children, highlighting flexibility, minimalism, and the critical role of engaging in reproductive health and rights.The episode concludes with actionable advice for thriving in a childfree lifestyle, including tips on proactive planning and the importance of embracing personal choices. 🎧 Tune in for a thought-provoking and empowering conversation that champions personal freedom and proactive life planning! 🎧About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Jul 25, 2024 • 33min

Childfree People by the Numbers with Rachel Minkin

🎙️ In this episode, we delve into the Pew Research Study on Adults Without Children. Rachel Minkin from Pew Research Center shares insights on why a significant percentage of adults under 50 are unlikely to have children, and why many adults over 50 never had children. We explore the top reasons for not having children, and highlight the financial impact and social dynamics experienced by childless adults. Additionally, we address concerns about care in old age and the relationships childless adults maintain with their extended family. You can read the entire report here: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2024/07/25/the-experiences-of-u-s-adults-who-dont-have-children/Tune in to understand the evolving landscape of childlessness and its implications! 🎧#childless #childfree #adultswithoutchildren #adultswithoutkids #pewresearchstudy #pew #childfreepeople #childfreebythenumbersThe Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Bri Conn and Dr. Jay Zigmont, CFP®, is a financial and lifestyle podcast that explores the unique perspectives and concerns of childfree individuals and couples.Like the show? Leave us a rating & review!If you want to join the conversation, email us at media@childfreewealth.com, follow Childfree Wealth® on social media, or visit our website www.childfreewealth.com!Join our newsletter HERE.Schedule a meeting with a Childfree Wealth Specialist® HERE.Instagram: @childfreewealthFacebook: @childfreewealthLinkedIn: @childfree-wealthYouTube: @ChildfreeWealthPodcastDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast.About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Jul 17, 2024 • 30min

Retirement Planning: What does a CFP® Professional Learn? Pt. 5

🎙️ Welcome to our latest episode covering what a CFP® Professional learns, this time we're focusing on retirement strategies! 🏦 We cover the essentials of 401(k)s, IRAs, and saving for retirement. 📊We also discuss investment considerations such as time horizon, risk tolerance, and how to match them with your retirement plan. 📈 Learn about distribution rules, tax implications, and options for taking out your money. 💵For business owners, we explore retirement plan selection based on company objectives and employee benefits. 👥 Lastly, we touch on Social Security and its future implications. 🔍About Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 1min

Rebekah & Matt Planning Session 5: Turning Sweet Ideas into Epic Adventures

🎙️ Welcome to our latest episode! 🎲 Today, we dive into the exciting world of "Donuts and Dragons," an innovative concept combining delicious treats with thrilling D&D sessions. 🍩🐉 Rebecca and Matt discuss their journey from idea to execution, sharing insights on life planning, balancing creativity and practicality, and the importance of just starting.Rebecca and Matt also explore the potential of turning their passion into a sustainable lifestyle, offering tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. 🎉📅 Set a goal, take action, and remember, it doesn’t have to be perfect! 🚀#DonutsAndDragons #DND #Entrepreneurship #LifePlanning #Startup #CommunityBuilding #Creativity #BurnoutPrevention #MinimumViableProduct #GameNightAbout Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...
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Jul 3, 2024 • 30min

Charlie Dice - Life Beyond Infertility

🎙️ In today's episode, we dive deep into life as childfree-not-by-choice with Charlie Dice, creator of the Life Beyond Infertility Mentorship Program - a private and group coaching membership and community. She's also the founder and host of the Life Beyond Infertility Podcast. Her mission is to help those struggling to see a way forward rediscover their purpose and passion so they can embrace a joyful life again. 🌟 Charlie shares her personal journey, the mental and emotional toll of infertility, and how she turned her experience into a mission to help others rediscover their purpose and joy. 💖 We discuss the importance of community, setting boundaries, and avoiding toxic positivity. Charlie also talks about her goals, including early retirement. Tune in for an inspiring conversation! 🎧#InfertilityAwareness #Childfree #Childless #MentalHealth #JourneyToJoy #Podcast #CommunitySupport #ToxicPositivity #LifeBeyondInfertility Connect with Charlie here:+ Instagram+ Facebook+ LinkedIn+ Apple Podcasts+ Spotify+ Free Online Training CourseAbout Childfree Life by Design: Childfree Life By Design is dedicated to helping Childfree individuals thrive by providing resources, guidance, and community. We recognize that when you've made a decision roughly 75% of the population doesn't make, conventional wisdom simply doesn't apply to you. Our mission is to help you design a life that works for you, covering everything from finances and relationships to career decisions and building support networks that will actually be there when you need them. Connect with Us: Ready to design your ideal Childfree life? Connect with our financial planning team at childfreewealth.com or learn more about estate planning at childfreetrust.com Join the conversation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childfreeinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChildfreeInsights/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childfreeinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChildfreeInsights Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational & entertainment purposes. Please consult your advisor before implementing any ideas heard on this podcast...

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