[Investment Choices] Life Insurance is only for older people. Life Insurance is just necessary for the ‘bread winner.’ Life Insurance is only important if you have a family….  FALSE.  This episode couldn’t be more timely as we enter another phase to...

[Investment Choices] It is hard to discuss, sometimes uncomfortable, but how prepared are you for anything unexpected? Are you protecting your emotional, financial and physical needs properly? This week, I sit down to share with you the importance of...

Have you heard of a risk management plan? You probably have insurance on your car, also on your house, so how are you protecting yourself and your finances?  This week, I sit down with John Moyer of the Financial Marketing Group to discuss annuities,...

We have another check in by our host, Michael Ecker. Mike leads us through a follow up conversation about Covid-19’s continued impact on you and your finances.  To see the first podcast episode about the pandemic, check it out on our podcast website...

[Investment Choices] With two decades of experience in real estate and capital markets, James Rea joins me in discussing senior housing.  “Senior housing is changing. The average age of communities for senior housing is 17 years old and it is not...

With Covid-19 still running its course globally, I sit down with Jason Kjellson to discuss a trending alternative investment: Student Housing.  Student housing is simply housing set up for students enrolled in university, in an off-campus area that...

This is a special Covid-19 Episode with host, Michael Ecker. “Financial planning is like building a house. You wouldn’t ask a roofer to put in your foundation. It takes a team.” During a time of fear and unknown, Michael sits down to discuss the...

Episode SponsorInsurance & Financial Services Group (IFSG) is a full-service financial firm that specializes in alternative investments.Donald W. Dee is Director of the Financial Services Division of RCNH.  Don has worked exclusively in the rare...

Bill has served in the retirement planning and asset management industry for over 35 years. During his career, he has served in various sales, marketing, and management roles in diverse companies. Bill received his BA from Middlebury College and his MBA...

Ben Carmona has over 13 years of experience working with 1031 exchange – DST and alternative investments. Has built an extensive network of relationships serving in various capacities including sales management, acquisitions, product structuring,...