Walter Storholt, Author at Skybox Financial Group

Unlock Your Potential During National Financial Planning Month

With National Financial Planning Month upon us, we’re sitting down with a seasoned financial planner, Scott Searles, to uncover the strategies and steps that go into building a personalized financial plan. From that first phone call to implementing a strategy that aligns with your goals, this discussion will offer valuable insights for anyone looking to understand what it looks like to go through the planning process with a real financial advisor.

By Walter Storholt|2024-10-01T09:03:34-04:00October 3rd, 2024|Podcasts|0 Comments

Never Stop Asking ‘How Do You Know?’ – Navigating Retirement Planning

Remember when you were a kid, always asking 'How do you know?' about everything, like why the sky is blue or where the sun goes at night? That curiosity doesn't go away as we get older; it just turns into different questions, like the ones we face when planning for retirement. Today, we’re digging into the 'How Do You Knows' of retirement planning.

By Walter Storholt|2024-09-16T10:14:31-04:00September 19th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

Social Security at 89: The Evolution of America’s Pension Lifeline

Today, we're diving into the history of the Social Security Act, signed in 1935, which has become a crucial part of American retirement planning. We'll explore how this program started, how it's helped millions of retirees, and what challenges it faces as it turns 89. What can we expect for the future of Social Security? Let’s find out.

By Walter Storholt|2024-09-04T09:21:54-04:00September 5th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

Lies You Might Be Telling Yourself About Money

Are you telling yourself financial lies? Discover the top lies people often tell themselves about money and retirement. Some of these could be severely holding you back.

By Walter Storholt|2024-07-31T11:09:30-04:00August 15th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

The Top 10 401(k) FAQs In 2024

We get a lot of questions about 401(k)s, and we know they can be tricky to navigate. That's why we're tackling your top questions in one comprehensive episode.

By Walter Storholt|2024-07-29T17:29:05-04:00August 1st, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

Noah’s Ark & Retirement Planning: Lessons in Preparing Ahead

Tune in as we unpack the ancient wisdom of Noah’s Ark and its modern-day implications for ensuring your retirement is secure, no matter what storms might be on the horizon.

By Walter Storholt|2024-07-16T17:16:34-04:00July 18th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

Beware of Retirement Half-Truths

We hear a lot of half-truths in the financial world, not necessarily because people try to make misleading statements, but because sometimes a simple statement just doesn’t quite tell the whole story. On this episode, we’ll discuss a few examples.

By Walter Storholt|2024-07-01T15:54:28-04:00July 2nd, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

The Beauty of Simplicity When Planning For Retirement

Retirement planning doesn’t have to be overwhelmingly complicated. It certainly doesn’t have to be as complicated as some people make it. In our next episode, we unravel the unnecessary complexities often woven into the fabric of retirement advice. We’ll debunk some myths, simplify strategies, and uncover the beauty of simplicity and straightforward retirement planning.

By Walter Storholt|2024-06-14T12:43:26-04:00June 20th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

Combatting Popular Excuses For Poor Financial Decision-Making

Very often, we see people who know that the financial decisions that they’re making aren’t the best decisions, but they try to create excuses or explanations for why they’re doing what they’re doing. Let’s talk about why these excuses usually don’t hold water.

By Walter Storholt|2024-06-05T10:00:48-04:00June 6th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

Your Financial Wellness Check-Up

Just like an annual checkup is important for maintaining good health, performing regular financial checkups is an essential part of planning for a healthy and successful retirement. By regularly assessing your budget, goals, and progress, you can make informed decisions to keep your finances on track. Although financial wellness is going to look different for everyone, we’ll share some areas you should be paying attention to in today’s episode.

By Walter Storholt|2024-05-10T16:37:27-04:00May 16th, 2024|Podcasts|Comments Off

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