The Perfect RIA

The Perfect RIA

Hosted by Matt Jarvis and Micah Shilanski and Matthew Jarvis and Matthew and Micah · Matthew Jarvis, CFP® & Micah Shilanski, CFP®

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94Podcast AuthorityScore out of 100 · How it is scored
942
Episodes
328
Transcribed
467
Ratings
Daily
Cadence
2018
First episode
27K
YouTube views

About The Perfect RIA

Welcome to The Perfect RIA podcast, the ultimate resource for advisors who want to master time management, optimize advisor-client interactions, achieve unparalleled profitability, and maximize value in their practice. Hosted by industry experts Matthew Jarvis, CFP®, and Micah Shilanski, CFP®, this podcast is your blueprint for success. Matthew and Micah don't talk theory; they share what has worked for them in the real world. They cut through the noise to deliver practical advice that you can implement immediately so you can make the most of your time—allowing you to spend more of it outside the office. Whether you're a seasoned advisor or just starting out, The Perfect RIA podcast equips you with the tools and knowledge you need to excel. Tune in and transform your advisory practice into a powerhouse of success.

Publisher
Matthew Jarvis, CFP® & Micah Shilanski, CFP®
Category
business · news
Language
en
Explicit
No
First episode
13 Mar 2018
Latest episode
17 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

328 of 942 episodes have a transcript.

  1. 17 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

    Understanding Life Expectancy and Longevity With Brian Smith

  2. 10 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

    The Importance of Professional Guidance in Selling Practices With Ted Jenkin

  3. 7 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

    The Truth About Tax Loss Harvesting [Episode 365]

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Understanding Life Expectancy and Longevity With Brian Smith

Published 17 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Life expectancy for married couple. Do you know this one, Brian? So it's 85 for men, it's 87 for women. What is it as a couple? Just on average. Do you know the answer to this one? I think it's more like, it's like 87, 87 and 90, I think, but I'm not sure. I think it depends on how old you are at the time that you asked the question. It does depend. Yeah. Yeah. So a couple age 65 is their combined life expectancy, so 50% probability that at least one of them will still be alive is 92. Now, what's interesting about that is that changes the gear for people. Like the difference between 87 and 92, that's only five years out of nearly a hundred year lifespan. […]

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Who has been a guest on The Perfect RIA

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  • Brian Smith
  • Ted Jenkin
  • Tracy Lownsberry
  • Michael Belluomini
  • Liam Heffernan

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YouTube views
27,374
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.8 / 5
467 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 94 / 100

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Social presence
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YouTube
76
Engagement
96

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Who hosts The Perfect RIA?

Matt Jarvis and Micah Shilanski and Matthew Jarvis and Matthew and Micah host the show. Published by Matthew Jarvis, CFP® & Micah Shilanski, CFP®.

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