May 2025 – Un Eff Your Finances

Navigating Market Pullbacks: What You Need to Know

By Un Eff Your Finances | May 19, 2025

What can market pullbacks teach us about investing?

Tune into this round of Un Eff Your Finances, Nicholas St. George dives into the intricacies of market pullbacks. Buckle up as Nick unravels the chaos and gets to the heart of why these pullbacks aren’t just unavoidable but can actually work in your favor!

Nick discusses:

(00:03:00) The normalcy of market pullbacks and how history shows they’re nothing to fear
(00:06:04) Strategies to use pullbacks to your advantage through smart planning
(00:08:16). Keeping emotions in check during volatile times and sticking to your plan
(00:14:3) The impact of inflation on spending power and why long-term growth is vital
(00:25:20) The importance of having a solid and adaptable financial plan in place

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Tax Planning Secrets

By Un Eff Your Finances | May 5, 2025

Could you be leaving money on the table when it comes to taxes?

Nicholas St. George unravels the mysteries of effective tax planning. This episode is your lowdown on how proactive tax strategies can prevent unnecessary stress and ensure that Uncle Sam doesn’t get more than his fair share.

With relatable humor and real-life examples, Nick dives into:

(03:27) The importance of proactive tax planning and reassessing withholding and estimated payments
(07:43) Maximizing contributions to tax-advantaged accounts to boost your financial health
(11:52)Strategies for a smart portfolio rebalance and the importance of understanding tax efficiency
(23:02) The nitty-gritty of keeping track of new tax changes to stay ahead
(25:55)Why filing an extension isn’t the end of the world, but an opportunity for better planning