In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Planning for retirement: transitioning from accumulation to distribution
• Understanding Roth conversions and their tax implications
• Diversifying investments to manage risk and maximize returns
• Protecting your retirement with a volatility shield

"Diversification, to me, also means that we have our assets segregated into a number of different buckets. Some of those are fully taxable, some of those are tax-deferred and taxable later, some of those are not taxable." – John Ensley

About John Ensley:

John Ensley is leading a financial planning revolution to help you take back control of your money, your lifestyle and your retirement plan. John is president of J-Ensley Financial, a registered investment adviser firm in Washington State. He holds a Chartered Financial Consultant® and National Social Security Advisor designation and is one of an elite group of highly trained Bank On Yourself® Professionals. John is passionate about helping individuals, families, and small businesses succeed financially, without taking on unnecessary risk.

Connect with John Ensley:

Website: https://retirewellwithjohn.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnensley/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JEnsleyFinancial

Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnensley

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• End-of-year strategies to maximize tax savings
• Hiring your kids to save on taxes
• Benefits of health savings accounts and Roth IRAs
• Avoiding common tax penalties and misconceptions

"Over the years, I have found that most people put things off until the last minute. Well, if that is you, then you only have a couple of weeks left to finish out the 2024 tax year." – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Understanding payroll tax letters and deposit schedules
• Recognizing the importance of S Corporation election letters
• Navigating adjustment, audit, and penalty letters
• Ensuring compliance with address change and identity verification letters

"This time of year, the IRS and the state will send letters to a lot of business owners, and these letters are very important, so it is very important that you open them to see what's in there." – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• The importance of opening IRS letters
• How IRS systems generate letters and common issues
• Understanding stimulus payments, tax credits, and payment adjustments
• Why timely action on IRS correspondence matters

"The IRS isn’t going to just forget about you or the issue that generated this letter in their system." – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• The value of time and how to use it wisely
• Prioritizing health as a business owner
• Creating a quiet mind to reduce stress and anxiety
• Embracing travel and meaningful relationships for a fulfilled life

"Stop focusing on those luxuries and pay more attention to these six: your time, your health, a quiet mind, slow mornings, ability to travel, and a house full of love." – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Determining your true hourly rate as a business owner
• Tracking time and tasks for effective management
• Understanding the impact of admin tasks on profitability
• Leveraging numbers to make strategic business decisions

"I highly doubt you would want to work for me or anyone else 80 hours per week and get paid for only 40, so why should your business be any different?" – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Knowing your value and setting boundaries with clients
• Tracking expenses to understand profitability
• Recognizing the true costs of "free" consultations
• The importance of hourly rate and time management for business success

"Making money should be your number one goal. When you’re a business owner, if you don’t know your numbers, then chances are you’re being sold out and not making what you should." – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/

In this episode, we dive deep into:

• Overcoming fears in business and personal growth
• Recognizing the impact of daily habits on success
• The risks of relying on bad advice
• Understanding the P&L as the lifeline of your business

"Your future is going to change. The economy is going to change. The only way to be prepared is by reading your P&L and understanding the money that’s coming in and the money that’s going out." – Jeff Hockett

Connect with Jeff:

Website: https://www.hocketttax.com/

Email: jeff@hocketttax.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/taxgamecoach

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hocketttaxandpayroll

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO30L8kMHVodK8eutw1alQg/videos?view=0

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hocketttax

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hocketttax/