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Sequence of Returns for Retirees – with Frederick Pratt Sr and Fred Pratt Jr



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In this episode of the SimplyAdvised podcast, we speak with Wealth Harvest Group’s Fredrick Pratt Sr, MFA, RWM and Frederick Jr, CFP®, CLU about the importance of understanding your clients, their collective philosophy, and the concept of sequence of returns with retirees.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • Their path to becoming professionals in the financial services industry
  • What differentiates them as financial advisors, accompanied by a brief introduction to the team
  • The client process and their ideal client
  • About the sequence of returns with retirees
  • And more.

Listen in to learn more about their approach to assisting families and businesses in accumulating, growing, and harvesting wealth in a tax-efficient manner.

Resources: Fredrick Pratt Jr.: (613) 829-7874 Ext. 217 | Frederick Pratt Sr.: (613) 829-7874 Ext. 292 | Wealth Harvest Group | Wealth Harvest Group Facebook | How to Adult Ottawa  | Wealth Harvest Group Twitter


The Advantage of Roths In Your Portfolio — With Kelly Boyd



Is your retirement plan set up so that you know that your money will last in a tax-favored way?

In this episode, Matt Halloran speaks with Kelly L. Boyd, AIF®, a trusted financial planner with InvestWise Financial LLC, as she shares her expertise on Roth conversions. Kelly discusses some of the challenges that clients face when it comes to planning for retirement and answers your questions about how a Roth IRA or Roth conversion can help you achieve your dream retirement. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • What a Roth IRA is and how it works
  • How the Roth conversion process works for a 401(k), 403(b) and other investment accounts
  • What could happen if you take your RMD from your Roth IRA too early 
  • What could happen if you contribute too much into a Roth IRA
  • The basics of Roth IRA spousal benefits
  • Why is it important to frequently confirm your beneficiary
  • And more!

Tune in to this episode to learn how to include Roth IRAs in your retirement planning! 

Resources: InvestWise Financial | Kelly L. Boyd | Kelly Boyd – Email | (586)-331-3177 | Simply Advised