Welcome to the Financial Detox® Show—a show that's dedicated to helping you retire with confidence. Your host, Jason Labrum is a Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Intelligence Driven Advisers. For over 20 years, he's shown people how to steer clear of toxic advice, achieve financial peace of mind, and manage their wealth for maximum impact—and now, he wants to empower YOU to do the same! Join Jason and his co-host Alex Klingensmith every other week, as they simplify the complex, share industry secrets, and provide proven strategies that will take YOU from financial insecurity to financial independence. Topics will cover retirement planning, financial planning, estate planning, tax saving strategies, investment management, 401K, alternative investments, stocks, bonds, portfolio allocation, business strategies, business advice, and much more.
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Welcome to the Financial Detox® Show—a show that's dedicated to helping you retire with confidence. Your host, Jason Labrum is a Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Intelligence Driven Advisers. For over 20 years, he's shown people how to steer clear of toxic advice, achieve financial peace of mind, and manage their wealth for maximum impact—and now, he wants to empower YOU to do the same! Join Jason and his co-host Alex Klingensmith every other week, as they simplify the complex, share industry secrets, and provide proven strategies that will take YOU from financial insecurity to financial independence. Topics will cover retirement planning, financial planning, estate planning, tax saving strategies, investment management, 401K, alternative investments, stocks, bonds, portfolio allocation, business strategies, business advice, and much more.
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Recent Episodes
June 30, 2026
The Retirement Risks Nobody Talks About
<p>You can do everything right and still run into trouble in retirement.</p> <p>Many investors spend decades building wealth, only to discover that the biggest risks arrive right as they stop working.</p> <p>Today, on Financial Detox, Jason and Alex unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts in retirement planning: sequence of returns risk.</p> <p>Two retirees can have the exact same portfolio, earn the exact same average return, and withdraw the exact same amount of income, yet one runs out of money while the other remains financially secure.</p> <p>Why?</p> <p>Because the market doesn't care when you retire.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What we cover today:</strong></p> <p>📌 What sequence of returns risk actually means<br /> 📌 Why the first 5-10 years of retirement matter so much<br /> 📌 The retirement "danger zone" most investors never plan for<br /> 📌 Why average returns can be misleading<br /> 📌 How poor timing can permanently damage a retirement plan<br /> 📌 Why relying on rules of thumb like the 4% rule can be dangerous<br /> 📌 How intelligent rebalancing can reduce retirement risk<br /> 📌 The role alternative investments can play in managing volatility<br /> 📌 Why retirement income planning is more than just generating yield<br /> 📌 How a stress-tested financial plan can help protect your future</p> <p>If you're within 10 years of retirement, or already retired, this episode will help you understand the risks most advisors never explain and show you how to build a more resilient retirement strategy.</p> <p> </p> <p>💬 <strong>Want Help Reviewing Your Retirement Readiness?</strong><br /> If you'd like a copy of the slides discussed in this episode or want a second opinion on your retirement plan, schedule a no-cost, no-obligation consultation with the IDA Wealth team: <a href= "https://www.idawealth.com/contact/">https://www.idawealth.com/contact/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>📺 <strong>Watch us on <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@FinancialDetox">YouTube</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Disclosure:</strong></p> <p>The information presented in this episode of Financial Detox is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice.<br /> The visual illustrations presented in this episode were created with AI assistance using data and concepts sourced from the following third-party publications including First Trust, Bloomberg, CNBC, and OpenPR.</p> <p>The retiree examples presented are hypothetical illustrations only and do not represent the experience of any actual IDA Wealth client. Hypothetical examples assume a $1,000,000 starting portfolio balance, $50,000 in annual withdrawals, and a 6% average annual return with varied sequences of loss. These figures do not account for investment advisory fees, fund expenses, taxes, or transaction costs, which would reduce returns. Results will vary based on each individual's specific circumstances, goals, and market conditions.<br /> The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index of 500 large-cap U.S. companies and is not available for direct investment; index returns do not reflect fees, expenses, or transaction costs. The S&P 500 performance referenced for the period 2000–2009 sourced from Dimensional.<br /> Volatility and return figures referenced in the discussion of alternative investments and the efficient frontier are based on historical data for the 15 year period ending 12/31/2024 and are for illustrative purposes only. The observation that lower-volatility portfolios tend to perform better over longer time periods reflects general historical data and is not a guarantee of future results. Private market and alternative investments are not suitable for all investors and involve significant risks including illiquidity, limited transparency, and potential loss of principal; manager selection materially affects outcomes and results will vary.<br /> All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. No statement in this episode should be interpreted as a promise of performance or a guarantee of results.<br /> Intelligence Driven Advisers ("IDA") does not provide specific tax or legal advice. IDA is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. For additional information about our services, fees, and potential conflicts of interest, please review our Form ADV Part 2A and Form CRS, available at www.idawealth.com.</p>
June 12, 2026
Should You Buy the SpaceX IPO?
<p dir="ltr">Do you really need the SpaceX IPO in your portfolio?</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">With SpaceX expected to become the largest IPO in history, investors everywhere are asking the same questions:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Am I missing out?</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Should I try to buy shares immediately?</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">What happens if I don't own it?</p> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Today, on Financial Detox, Jason and Alex separate hype from reality and explain what most investors misunderstand about IPO investing.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The truth is that the biggest risk may not be missing the IPO, it may be chasing it for the wrong reasons.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The conversation goes beyond SpaceX and explores why companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, Stripe, and Databricks are changing the way investors think about public and private markets.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">What we cover today:</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 Why everyone is talking about the SpaceX IPO</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 How the public stock market has shrunk over the last 20 years</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 Why private equity is delaying or replacing traditional IPOs</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 The three biggest mistakes investors make with IPOs</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 Why most people never actually get the IPO price</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 The hidden risk of the six-month lockup period</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 Why FOMO is not an investment strategy</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 How private markets can provide earlier access to innovation</p> <p dir="ltr">📌 Why a disciplined investment philosophy matters more than headlines</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The goal isn't to predict whether SpaceX will soar or stumble after it goes public. The goal is to help you build a portfolio that doesn't depend on chasing the latest hot investment.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Because great investing isn't about owning every exciting company. It's about having a repeatable process and making decisions that fit your long-term financial plan.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>💬 <a href= "https://www.idawealth.com/contact/">Want Help Building an Investment Strategy That Doesn't Rely on Headlines?</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr">If you'd like to learn more about how private markets, alternative investments, and disciplined portfolio construction fit into a comprehensive financial plan, schedule a no-cost, no-obligation consultation with the IDA Wealth team: <a href= "https://www.idawealth.com/contact/">https://www.idawealth.com/contact/</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">📺 Watch us on <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@FinancialDetox">YouTube</a></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Episode Disclosure:</p> <p dir="ltr">The information presented in this episode of Financial Detox is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">The views expressed in this episode regarding IPOs, private market investing, and specific companies, including SpaceX, reflect the opinions of the speakers at the time of recording and are subject to change. They are intended as general education only and do not constitute a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security. IPO and private market investments are not suitable for all investors and involve additional risks including illiquidity, lack of transparency, and potential total loss of principal. Certain IDA clients currently hold positions in SpaceX through private markets, which represents a potential conflict of interest in the context of this discussion. The effect of the SpaceX IPO on any existing private market positions is unknown, and no outcome — positive or negative — should be assumed.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results. No statement in this episode should be interpreted as a promise of performance or a guarantee of results. Private market investments and IPOs are not suitable for all investors and involve significant risks including illiquidity and potential loss of principal.</p> <p dir="ltr">Intelligence Driven Advisers ("IDA") does not provide specific tax or legal advice. IDA is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. For additional information about our services, fees, and potential conflicts of interest, please review our Form ADV Part 2A and Form CRS, available at <a href= "http://www.idawealth.com">www.idawealth.com</a>.</p> <p> </p>
June 3, 2026
What a REAL Financial Plan Looks Like
<p>Most people think they have a financial plan.</p> <p>But when you ask what that plan actually is, the answer is usually:<br /> "Some mutual funds, ETFs, a broker… and hopefully retirement works out."</p> <p>That is not a financial plan.</p> <p>Today, on Financial Detox, Jason and Alex break down the massive difference between simply owning investments and having a true, interactive financial plan designed around your life, taxes, spending, goals, and long-term decision-making.</p> <p>You'll see how real planning works:<br /> Modeling lifetime income and spending<br /> Stress testing for volatility and inflation<br /> Analyzing taxes and future cash flow<br /> Testing retirement scenarios in real time<br /> Creating clarity around what you can actually afford</p> <p>The goal is not just portfolio growth.<br /> The goal is freedom, confidence, and the ability to make decisions without fear.</p> <p><strong>What we cover in this episode:</strong><br /> 📌 Why most investors do NOT actually have a financial plan<br /> 📌 The difference between investments and integrated planning<br /> 📌 How interactive planning changes retirement decisions<br /> 📌 Why stress testing matters more than market predictions<br /> 📌 The role inflation plays in future spending power<br /> 📌 How detailed cash flow analysis creates confidence<br /> 📌 Why great planning helps clients enjoy life more today</p> <p>If you've ever wondered:<br /> "Am I actually okay financially?"<br /> or<br /> "How much can I really spend in retirement?"</p> <p>This episode will completely change how you think about financial planning.</p> <p>💬 <strong>Want Help Building a Real Financial Plan?</strong><br /> Schedule a no-cost, no-obligation consultation with the IDA Wealth team: <a href= "https://www.idawealth.com/contact/">https://www.idawealth.com/contact/</a></p> <p>📺 Watch us on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FinancialDetox" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube</a></p> <p><strong>Episode Disclosure:</strong><br /> The information presented in this episode of Financial Detox is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, financial, tax, or legal advice. All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative of future results, and no statement in this episode should be interpreted as a promise or guarantee of future performance.</p> <p>Probability of success figures reflect Monte Carlo simulation results and are hypothetical and illustrative only. They do not represent actual investment results and are not a guarantee of future performance. Outcomes will vary based on market conditions, individual circumstances, and the assumptions used; simulations do not account for all possible market scenarios, fees, taxes, or changes in your financial situation. Client scenarios and plan illustrations referenced are hypothetical or anonymized, do not represent any specific client's experience, and should not be interpreted as a testimonial or endorsement.</p> <p>References to financial planning in this episode are intended to be educational and to encourage listeners to understand what a comprehensive financial plan is. Many qualified financial professionals offer comprehensive planning services, and we encourage listeners to ask questions and ensure they understand the scope of planning they are receiving.</p> <p>Intelligence Driven Advisers ("IDA") is an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. IDA does not provide specific tax or legal advice. For more information, including our Form ADV Part 2A and Form CRS, visit <a href= "https://www.idawealth.com">www.idawealth.com</a>.</p> <p> </p>
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