One of the most important aspects of achieving our financial goals is having a clear vision of what you want to accomplish. And just like a travel journey, without a clear goal, it is easy to get distracted, lose motivation, and make poor decisions. However, setting a goal is not enough. You also need to …
Feel like you’re always paying more? In this insightful episode, Peter Raskin explains inflation, examining its recent rise and breaking down its impacts on society. He challenges the common belief that inflation affects everyone the same way, shedding light on its distinct impacts across various income levels. In this episode, Peter dives into: Strategies for …
Your wealth is in the details – and we’re diving deep. Join host Peter Raskin and James Spoto, Partner at Spoto CPA, for an eye-opening conversation that unpacks the A to Z of financial planning. Curious about the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act? Need help navigating home sale exclusions or itemized deductions? This episode has …
Think a retirement plan is just another checkbox? Think again. In this episode, Peter Raskin gives us a deep dive into retirement plan options that fit businesses of all sizes. From 401(k) plans with profit-sharing to traditional 401(k)s and SIMPLE IRAs, Peter explains how flexibility and customization are key to achieving both business and employee …
How has Boston’s transformation from a hub of blue-collar workers to a hotspot for white-collar specialists impacted its people, identity, and economic dynamics? In this episode, Peter Raskin chats with Larry DiCara, a seasoned real estate lawyer and former Boston city councilor, about the profound shifts Boston has experienced over the years. During their discussion, …
Family plays a pivotal role in shaping young lives, extending a guiding hand that leads troubled youth towards a brighter future. Not every child has access to a supportive family and unconditional love, but every child deserves it. Boys Town’s mission is to give troubled youth the opportunity to get the right kind of care, …
How can the opportunity zone legislation help you maximize your tax benefits? Investors can defer capital gains with opportunity zones. In this episode, Peter Raskin speaks with Nino Balduzzi of Griffin Capital about the Opportunity Zone legislation, an investment strategy that incentivizes real estate development in specific census tracks across the country by allowing investors …
Planning for retirement is a lot like planning for travel. You need a moldable checklist of decisions that need to be made from a big-picture perspective. In this episode, Peter Raskin shares a 7-step checklist for retirees. He covers important aspects such as expenses, income sources, protection, taxes, portfolio risk, distribution flexibility, and legacy planning, …
Are you looking for a way to invest your money and secure your financial future? In this episode, financial planner Peter Raskin interviews commercial real estate investor Michael Price on the benefits of investing in real estate. Michael aims to provide valuable insights into what it takes to succeed in the industry, such as knowing …
Let’s have a little refresher on what annuities are, and if you’ve never heard of them before, don’t worry! Peter breaks them down from the beginning. In this episode, Peter Raskin takes us back to the classroom and covers some of the basics about annuities, starting with a recap of what an annuity is. He …