It’s said that nothing in this world is certain but death and taxes. But why leave certainty up to chance? The right advice can point you in a freer, more informed direction.
That’s the goal of Money, Taxes, and Freedom, the financial planning podcast from Hopkins Wealth Management Group. Money, Taxes, and Freedom gives you the straight talk on the factors affecting your future, from developments in the tax code to shifts in the marketplace. Listen each week as Bryan and Shane Hopkins bring their unique perspectives on financial planning right to the palm of your hand. Tune in and free up your retirement!
Could Your Favorite Charity Benefit More Without Costing You More?
What if the most powerful way to give to your favorite charity isn't writing a check at all? In this episode of Money, Taxes & Freedom, Bryan and Shane Hopkins explore charitable giving strategies that can help maximize your impact while minimizing unnecessary taxes. From Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) and donor-advised funds to gifting appreciated assets and using charitable trusts, they break down several ways to give more efficiently. The conversation also highlights common mistakes, tax-saving opportunities, and why thoughtful planning can help both families and charities benefit more from every dollar. If giving back is important to you, this episode offers practical insights on making generosity go further.
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6 Oct 2026
What If the Secret to Retirement Success Is Doing the Hard Things?
What do ice baths, fasting, and retirement planning have in common? The benefits often come from doing the uncomfortable things most people avoid. In this episode of Money, Taxes & Freedom, Bryan and Shane Hopkins explore why long-term financial success is built on discipline, consistency, and delayed gratification. From increasing retirement contributions over time and paying yourself first to staying focused during market volatility, they discuss the habits that can help turn small decisions into meaningful results. The conversation also covers lifestyle choices, spending versus saving, financial priorities, and why creating a sustainable plan matters more than chasing perfection. Sometimes the hardest financial decisions today can create the most freedom tomorrow.
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22 Sept 2026
What Can You Actually Control in Retirement Planning?
If no one knows how long they'll live, how do you know if your retirement savings will last long enough? In this episode of Money, Taxes & Freedom, Bryan and Shane Hopkins explore the balance between what retirees can and cannot control. From market volatility and inflation to taxes, longevity, and healthcare costs, they discuss why successful retirement planning isn't about predicting the future. It's about preparing for it. The conversation covers retirement income strategies, Roth conversions, sequence of returns risk, long-term care planning, and the importance of building multiple sources of income and flexibility into your plan. When uncertainty is unavoidable, having a strategy can make all the difference.
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