Higher Expectations with The Hier Advantage is hosted by Ron Hier, Joshua Vigil, and Michael Hier, your Southern California Real Estate experts. The hosts have a varying background in real estate, and through these videos will be sharing as much knowledge as possible with the viewers. The podcast will also feature prominent local leaders, business owners, and people of influence from varying backgrounds to share their stories of growth, failure, and success. This podcast is focussed around positivity, growth, knowledge transfer, being uplifting, and sharing as much information as possible with
Higher Expectations with The Hier Advantage
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Higher Expectations with The Hier Advantage is hosted by Ron Hier, Joshua Vigil, and Michael Hier, your Southern California Real Estate experts. The hosts have a varying background in real estate, and through these videos will be sharing as much knowledge as possible with the viewers. The podcast will also feature prominent local leaders, business owners, and people of influence from varying backgrounds to share their stories of growth, failure, and success. This podcast is focussed around positivity, growth, knowledge transfer, being uplifting, and sharing as much information as possible with
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September 15, 2025
Episode 9 - Chris Spicher, AV Florist
<p>On this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast with the Higher Advantage Real Estate team, Ron Hier sits down with longtime Antelope Valley entrepreneur <strong>Chris Spiker</strong> of <strong>Antelope Valley Florist</strong> to talk small‑business grit, community pride, and saying it with flowers. Chris shares the Spiker family’s AV roots (since 1953), how he took over the shop in 1974, and why that Avenue J marquee has become a local landmark. They also swap stories about big gigs (including the <strong>1984 LA Olympics</strong> parties and <strong>Rose Parade</strong> float work), the realities of modern flower sourcing (hello, DoorDash), and what it takes to stand out in real estate- paperwork, professionalism, and doing the right thing every time. Plus: the origin of <strong>“AV Nice,”</strong> favorite local adventures, and why the Antelope Valley is still home.</p><p>If you’re buying or selling, or just love good business stories you’ll get practical insights, local history, and a fresh dose of positivity.</p><p>Guest info:<br>Antelope Valley Florist - avflorist.com • (661) 948‑6006 • 1302 W Ave J, Lancaster, CA</p><p>For higher expectations and higher standards, choose <strong>Hier Advantage Real Estate</strong></p>
September 15, 2025
Episode 8 - Andrew Ward, Trust Attorney
<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUlFVjVkLUhLQWY4UW1qd2dfd2IwcG5BV1Zod3xBQ3Jtc0tudElHajJPNkVqR1ZMWktEUmxsbmh2bFVMeU1fazNwRE5LUTVvenNWQURaazhKVkhqamw4QlZyOVc2THlIWjVsX1lFbmNya3Naak1NOU5ORDJYNEgySnNaNk9KWWVZYTdqWS13cExJZEdwTml5b0Fpdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fsco.ca.gov%2Fsearch_upd.html&v=DuZI7BPgMsM" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://sco.ca.gov/search_upd.html</a></p><p>On this episode of the Higher Expectations Podcast with the Hier Advantage Real Estate team, Ron Hier sits down with estate‑planning attorney <strong>Andrew Ward</strong> of <strong>Thompson Von Tungeln</strong> to demystify trusts, wills, and probate, what they are, how they differ, and when you really need them. Andy shares practical, real‑world guidance from decades of helping families protect what they’ve built.</p><p>You’ll learn:</p><ul><li><p>Why a <strong>revocable living trust</strong> helps families avoid California’s costly, slow <strong>probate</strong> process</p></li><li><p>The role of <strong>pour‑over wills</strong>, <strong>successor trustees</strong>, and proper <strong>asset titling/beneficiaries</strong></p></li><li><p>Must‑have documents: <strong>durable financial power of attorney</strong>, <strong>advance health care directive</strong>, <strong>HIPAA release</strong></p></li><li><p>When to <strong>review and update</strong> your plan (Andy recommends every <strong>3 years</strong>)</p></li><li><p>How to structure inheritances for <strong>asset protection</strong> and to support children with unique needs</p></li><li><p>Common pitfalls with old 1990s trusts, tax‑exemption changes, and “too‑good‑to‑be‑true” bargain plans</p></li><li><p>Bonus: finding <strong>unclaimed funds</strong> and why a trusted team (attorney + CPA + advisor) matters</p></li></ul><p>Andy also shares community work through Rotary and invites listeners to <strong>free monthly estate‑planning seminars</strong>. If you’re a homeowner, parent, or small‑business owner, this conversation will help you get organized, avoid headaches, and give your family peace of mind.</p>
September 15, 2025
Episode 7 - Anthony Bruneau CPA
<p>From the <strong>biggest tax mistakes</strong> people make to <strong>when it’s time to hire a CPA</strong>, Anthony shares clear, actionable advice you can use before the next filing season. You’ll hear simple explanations of <strong>rental property depreciation, cost segregation, and bonus depreciation</strong>, how realtors can treat rentals as an <strong>active trade or business</strong>, and why <strong>LLCs (vs. S‑corps)</strong> often make more sense for real estate holdings. We also cover <strong>1031 exchanges</strong>, the role of <strong>trusts</strong> in asset protection and estate planning, and smart ways affluent families use <strong>gifting and charitable trusts</strong> to build generational wealth... plus a few surprising (but legal) deductions along the way.</p><p><strong>You’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><p>The most common errors on business and personal returns, and how to avoid them</p></li><li><p>A simple framework for deciding <strong>when to bring in a CPA</strong></p></li><li><p>How to use <strong>depreciation, cost seg, and bonus depreciation</strong> to reduce taxes on rentals</p></li><li><p>The basics of <strong>1031 exchanges</strong> and choosing the right entity for real estate</p></li><li><p>Estate‑planning moves (gifting, medical/tuition payments, charitable remainder trusts) that can protect your legacy</p></li></ul><p>If you’re buying, selling, or investing, or just want to keep more of what you earn, this episode is packed with practical takeaways.</p><p><strong>Connect with our guest:</strong><br>Bruneau & Associates, CPAs - <strong>661‑952‑5476</strong> • <strong>brco.cpa</strong></p>
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