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  • How ONE Bad Financial Decision Can Hurt Your Retirement
    2025/04/21

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    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about the compounding effect of early financial mistakes. Why should we weather this current financial downturn, and how bad would selling on the drop be?? Plus, we dispel 3 of the most common pieces of bad financial advice that are being spread today.

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    21 分
  • Taxes are NOT DUE on April 15th?? Avoid Getting Penalized for Underpayment of Taxes.
    2025/04/18

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    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about the single most misunderstood aspect of taxation in the USA: when are taxes due?? I bet it's NOT when you think. Learn how to properly tax plan throughout the year and avoid costly penalties with the IRS! Plus, learn how we lowered a real estate professional's tax bill by almost $10,000 this tax season!

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    18 分
  • The Art of The Deal- a Masterclass in Bluffing, and, a Case Study: Particulary Bad Advice
    2025/04/15

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    James reviews tariffs, news and goes into detail on a case study of particularly bad finanical advice.

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    44 分
  • How Are YOU Building Wealth For Retirement?
    2025/04/10

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    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about wealth building in 3 categories: fixed income, real estate, and retirement accounts. Do YOU know how much money you'll retire with? How do you stack up against the average American? Let's talk about it. Plus, best investment return in decades??

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    27 分
  • The Apprentice: You Get a Tariff, You Get a Tariff, YOU ALL GET A TARIFF!
    2025/04/04

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    Trump’s Trade Tactics & What It Means for Your Wallet

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    32 分
  • Market News, A Successful Company You Have Never Heard Of, AND, Story Time With James!?
    2025/03/29

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    In this Saturday morning episode of 15 Minutes of Finance, James from 77 Financial Group dives into the latest market news, including the impact of hot Tariff impact, Lululemon’s stock tumble, and the hidden gem American Water Works (AWK).

    Then—story time. James shares an original allegorical tale, The Tale of the Three Farms, inspired by classics like Animal Farm and Hatchet. This financial fable breaks down the concept of unfair trade, undervalued opportunity, and long-term investing in a way that’s both entertaining and enlightening.

    Perfect for those curious about inflation, undervalued companies, and creative ways to understand market dynamics.

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    21 分
  • Not Filing Tax Returns as a Protest Against DOGE?? I'd Reconsider.
    2025/03/26

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    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about the rising resistance against Elon Musk's DOGE initiative. Taxpayers are saying DO NOT FILE YOUR TAXES as a form of protest. Is this a good idea? Let's talk about whether the IRS is actually too belabored to come after you, and what the consequences of not filing taxes could be. Plus, did you know that investments in the S&P 500 at the same rate we contribute to social security would make the average American a millionaire in retirement?

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    19 分
  • Markets Finally Have a Green Week: Buy the Dip, Big Stock Moves, and the Underrated Power of the Secretary of Commerce
    2025/03/21

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    In this episode of 15 Minutes of Finance, James from 77 Financial Group celebrates the market’s first green week in over a month and explains why it matters for investors. We break down the latest stock market rally, including gains across the NASDAQ, S&P 500, and Dow Jones, plus key moves from companies like Tesla, Nike, FedEx, and Micron. James also explains the concept of “buying the dip” and how to use downturns as opportunity. The episode features a “Term of the Day” spotlight on the U.S. Secretary of Commerce—what the role is, why it matters, and how it impacts economic growth, trade, and financial markets. Whether you're a long-term investor, new to the market, or just trying to keep up with the financial headlines, this episode delivers a sharp, insightful recap in under 15 minutes. Tune in for weekly market updates, actionable finance tips, and a straight-talk approach to building wealth. Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows.

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    20 分