Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Do I Have Enough Saved To Retire? I Am Afraid I Am Not On Track!
I just turned 50. I have $100,000 saved. Do I have enough saved to retire? In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, hosts...
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Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Oct 27
Should You Do a Roth Conversion? Key Factors to Consider
Welcome back to Friends Talk Financial Planning! In today’s episode, Bridget and John discuss the strategic world of Roth conversions....
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Oct 27
IRA Inheritance Rules Explained: What You Need to Know
Inheriting an IRA can be overwhelming, especially with the recent changes in tax laws. In this episode, Bridget and John break down the...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Sep 30
Can You Afford to Retire with Credit Card Debt?
Welcome to FTFP! In this episode, hosts Bridget Sullivan Mermel and John Scherer dive into a critical topic: retiring with credit card...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Sep 3
Saving for College: Some Would Say It's Stupid?
John thinks saving for college is stupid. That's going to be our topic today on Friends Talk Financial Planning. Join Bridget Sullivan...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Sep 2
Navigating Health Insurance Before Medicare: Tips for Early Retirees
Are you considering retiring before age 65 and worried about covering healthcare costs before Medicare kicks in? You're not alone! In...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Sep 2
Prepare for 2026 Tax Rate Changes: Strategies
Join John and Bridget in this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning as they delve into the upcoming tax rate changes scheduled for...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Aug 5
Navigating Long-Term Care Insurance: Is It the Right Choice for You?
Are you considering long-term care insurance but feeling overwhelmed with all the options and details? Look no further! Join us, Bridget...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Jul 2
Retirement Age
In today's episode, Bridget and John explore the surprising reality of retirement age. Despite common perceptions, most people retire...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Jun 2
How Much Do You Really Need for Retirement? Survey Says $1.46 Million
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, Bridget Sullivan Mermel and John Scherer discuss a recent survey by Northwestern...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
May 31
Exploring Net Worth by Age
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John and Bridget delve into the topic of net worth by age. They discuss the...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Apr 26
Mastering Money: 5 Personal Finance Fundamentals You Should Know
In this informative episode, Bridget Sullivan Mermel and John Scherer discuss the foundational aspects of personal finance, known as the...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Apr 15
The Benefits and Risks of Putting 100% of Your Investments into Stocks
In this week's episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John Scherer and Bridget Sullivan Mermel discuss the pros and cons of...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Apr 1
Variable Annuities: The Truth About Guaranteed Rates of Return
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John and Bridget discuss the truth behind guaranteed rates in variable annuities....
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Mar 20
Understanding Fixed Annuities: How They Work and Making Informed Financial Decisions
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John and Bridget dig into the world of fixed annuities. They discuss the components...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Mar 9
Three Deadly Annuity Mistakes
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John and Bridget discuss the three deadly annuity mistakes that individuals should...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Mar 4
Four Secrets Financial Advisors Don't Want You To Know
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John Scherer and Bridget Sullivan Mermel uncover four hidden secrets that investment...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Feb 19
6 Essential Questions to Ask When Hiring a Financial Advisor
In this episode, Bridget and John share six important questions to ask when hiring a financial advisor or financial planner. They discuss...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Feb 11
Heart vs. Head in Financial Decisions: Choosing What Feels Right
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John Scherer and Bridget Sullivan Mermel dive into the intricate balance between...
Bridget Sullivan Mermel CFP(R) CPA
Jan 30
The Value of Hiring a Financial Advisor for the Non-Super-Rich
In this episode of Friends Talk Financial Planning, John and Bridget discuss the benefits of hiring a financial advisor and how it can be...
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