Joseph E. Cordell

Attorney, CPA, Author, Speaker

Dealing With Financial Pressure Amid COVID-19 [Episode 169]

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Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Enders are joined by John Smallwood, president of Smallwood Wealth Management and author of “It’s Your Wealth – Keep it: The Definitive Guide to Growing, Protecting, Enjoying, and Passing on Your Wealth,” to discuss ways of overcoming financial pressures amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

They highlight how lifetime events that occur in the financial market can cause major setbacks that can be felt in your accounts for years to come. John describes ways that people can stabilize their financial situation and restructure their plans.

John describes accurate ways to determine how much money one may need to save, in order to retire, as well as steps that one can take, in order to reduce the financial stress on them or their family.

He navigates how much of a burden taxes can be when it comes to navigating a financial landscape with retirement on the horizon, as well as steps to take if someone has lost their job due to the pandemic.

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COVID-19’s Continued Impact on the Stock Market [Episode 162]

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Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Enders are rejoined by Louis Wray, founder and Wealth Manager of Vine Wealth Management to discuss how to navigate the stock market amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

They break down the effects of the pandemic on the economy and how to project the future, amid the chaos. Louis looks into 2021 and offers his insight on the stock market and economy’s future.

Louis highlights industries and companies that have recovered from the financial impact of COVID-19, as well as what may change moving forward.

Louis navigates the subject of annuities for older clients and how risk tolerance is factored into the financial decision-making process. He makes investment recommendations for those looking to retire by the end of the year, as well as talks about the benefits and potential drawbacks that often are discussed of a diversified portfolio.

Joe and Louis discuss how Federal policy has affected the stock market over the last 12 years, as well as how it can affect projections.

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Having Important Financial Conversations with Ande Frazier [Episode 157]

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Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Enders are joined by behavioral finance expert and author Ande Frazier to discuss how to reestablish financial stability and security amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

They talk about Ande’s background in the financial field and how her father’s ministry has helped those seeking financial advisement. Ande discusses her book “Financially Free: 11 Conversations to Have With yourself About Life, Money, and Worth,” and highlights how those who are age 60 and older require financial plans that fit their goals and individual life circumstances.

Ande and Joe outline investment strategies for those over age 60. They highlight how the COVID-19 pandemic may affect specific markets and why it still is vital to have money left over for necessary expenses.

Ande and Joe advocate financial responsibility and talk about how many were living on “the financial edge” before the pandemic, who are now defaulting on mortgages. They talk about the state of the stock market and how the 2020 United States presidential election may affect the stock and financial landscape.

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Exploring the Financial Landscape Amid COVID-19 [Episode 155]

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Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Enders are joined by Certified Financial Planner John Wehmer, of Cornerstone Wealth Management, as they discuss some of the financial repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic.

They talk about the stress that financial uncertainty can cause during this pandemic, as well as how possible unemployment may affect a client’s financial situation.

John talks about needs vs. wants, when it comes to a client’s retirement, as well as what he expects from the financial landscape in the rest of 2020 and 2021.

He talks about the cruise, flight, and entertainment industries and how long it may take for them to bounce back.

John describes how the questions he asks his clients helps shape his economic outlook, as well as how many of his clients are turning toward home renovation during the pandemic.

John speculates how the 2020 Presidential Election may affect the financial landscape amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Navigating the Investment Market Amid COVID-19 [Episode 150]

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Attorney-CPA Joe Cordell and co-host Jill Enders are joined by financial advisor John Gallia of Gallia Wealth Management to discuss the impact of the pandemic on financial planning.

They highlight the economic highs and lows of the COVID-19 pandemic and how they have affected financial planning. They talk about different industries and how they have been impacted, as well as whether or not we should anticipate another economic downturn, as the result of another spike of COVID-19.

John breaks down the economic impact of the pandemic on the value of the dollar, as well as how the stimulus package has functioned in helping the economy.

He breaks down how interest rates have been affected and whether or not investments in assets with high inflation rates are smart moves right now.

John helps explain the current state of the bond market, as well as the housing market and the benefits of selling in today’s real estate market.

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