In this enlightening episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow podcast, host Gabe Bodner welcomes a very special guest — Don Walford , founder, CEO, and Director of R&D at Nüvo Medical Associates in Boulder, Colorado. With a unique background bridging both finance and emergency medicine , Don shares groundbreaking insights into the world of regenerative medicine , PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy , and non-surgical solutions for chronic pain . 💡 Discover how Nüvo Medical is helping...
Jun 04, 2025•18 min•Ep. 23
In this eye-opening episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, host Gabe Bodner welcomes Gail Balettie, SVP of Client Satisfaction and Borrower Care at Celink — the nation's leading subservicer of reverse mortgages. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can I rent out my home if I have a reverse mortgage?”, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for! Together, Gabe and Gail unpack the often misunderstood world of loan servicing rules, occupancy requirements, and how homeowners (especia...
May 21, 2025•20 min•Ep. 22
Welcome back to Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, hosted by Gabe Bodner—Reverse Mortgage Planner, veteran mortgage guru, and passionate advocate for smarter retirement planning. In this solo episode, Gabe dives deep into one of the most misunderstood financial tools available to older homeowners: reverse mortgages. Think reverse mortgages are only for the desperate? Worried you’ll lose your home? Believe your kids will inherit debt? Gabe tackles these top 5 myths head-on and sets the record str...
May 07, 2025•12 min•Ep. 21
In this episode of Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow , host Gabe Bodner sits down with Debbie Brush-Garcia , Broker Associate at Three Lanterns Group , to explore a realtor’s perspective on reverse mortgages . Why aren’t more homeowners using reverse mortgages to stay in their homes and access their equity? 🤔 We dive into the biggest concerns, misconceptions, and untapped opportunities surrounding reverse mortgages. Debbie shares valuable insights on how homeowners can strategically use home eq...
Jan 29, 2025•14 min•Ep. 20
In this episode of Life for Today, Plan for Tomorrow, Gabe Bodner dives into an important topic for homeowners considering a reverse mortgage: the difference between a full borrower and a non-borrowing spouse. Gabe breaks down how reverse mortgages work for both spouses, the possible financial implications, and what you need to know to make informed decisions. If you're considering a reverse mortgage or have questions about how it affects both spouses, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to l...
Dec 31, 2024•8 min•Ep. 19
🎧 In this episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, host Gabe Bodner welcomes Gail Balettie, Senior Vice President of Borrower Care and Client Satisfaction at Celink, the nation's largest reverse mortgage servicing company. Discover everything you need to know about reverse mortgage servicing, including: Who is Celink, and who do they service? LOC Draw Requests: Learn the options available for borrowers. Insurance Coverage Changes: How to handle adjustments to coverage. The NEW ...
Nov 21, 2024•48 min•Ep. 18
In this episode of Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow , Gabe interviews Duane and does a deep dive into the principles that Duane teaches in his latest book, The Velocity of Wealth. Duane Duggan is a seasoned real estate expert from RE/MAX of Boulder and has completed 3000 real estate transactions. Join Gabe and Duane as they cover numerous topics around the power of real estate. This episode is packed with actionable items for both current homeowners and prospective buyers. Learn about topics li...
Nov 06, 2024•36 min•Ep. 17
In this episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, host Gabe Bodner welcomes Don Hastings, a leading expert from Senior Solutions Today, to dive deep into the intricacies of Social Security. Whether you're approaching retirement or simply want to maximize your benefits, Don shares invaluable insights and strategies that could help secure your financial future. Learn about optimizing your Social Security, common mistakes to avoid, and how it fits into a broader retirement plan. Con...
Oct 23, 2024•27 min•Ep. 16
Join us as we sit down with Todd Lieman to explore the deep and fascinating questions that drive his powerful new novel, Dinner at God’s House. This thought-provoking conversation takes you on a journey through some of life’s biggest questions—fate, regret, personal growth, and the pursuit of inner peace. 🌍✨ In this episode, Todd opens up about the inspiration behind his writing, his personal spiritual journey, and how he grapples with the mysteries of life. You'll be captivated as we dive into...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 15
🌟 Exciting News! Our latest podcast episode is now live! 🌟 This week, we sit down with Gabe Bodner from The Bodner Team and his inspiring reverse mortgage client, Ralph, who shares his incredible journey of using home equity in a way that’s truly changing lives! 🌍📚 Instead of the usual uses for a reverse mortgage, Ralph is funding educational opportunities for kids from foreign countries. ✨ This heartwarming episode sheds light on how a reverse mortgage can be a powerful financial tool to ac...
Sep 25, 2024•13 min•Ep. 14
In this episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast , your host Gabe Bodner sits down with Cory Nickerson, a Realtor from 8z Real Estate , to discuss the recent changes in real estate contracts and commission structures following the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement. 🏡💼 🔍 What’s Inside: The details of the new contract regulations How commission changes could impact buyers and sellers Insights into the broader implications of the NAR lawsuit settlement Whe...
Sep 11, 2024•35 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, Gabe dives deep into the world of reverse mortgage loan servicing. 💡 Ever wondered what happens when your loan servicing gets transferred to a new servicer? How does it affect you? What should you expect during the transition? How you get access to the funds in your Line of Credit (LOC)? Or complete your Annual Occupancy Affidavit 🤔 Gabe is breaking down everything you need to know about this process, offering valuable insights and tips to ensure you’re fully informed and prep...
Sep 04, 2024•9 min•Ep. 12
Episode 11: Transforming Real Estate with John Garner of Freemodel Join us for Episode 11 of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, hosted by Gabe Bodner. In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming John Garner, Co-Founder and CEO of Freemodel. John brings his extensive experience and innovative approach to real estate to discuss how Freemodel is transforming the industry. Freemodel is revolutionizing the way homes are bought and sold by offering a unique solution that benefits bo...
Jul 24, 2024•24 min•Ep. 11
Join us for Episode 10 of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast with your host, Gabe Bodner. In this insightful episode, Gabe sits down with David Perlick, Attorney & Legal Tech Entrepreneur, to delve into the critical aspects of estate planning. David shares his expertise on "The 4 Why’s of Estate Planning," offering valuable insights into how he supports clients through challenging family dynamics using the Hub and Spoke concept. Discover estate tax savings strategies and learn abo...
Jul 03, 2024•37 min•Ep. 10
Join Gabe Bodner on the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast as he welcomes Beth Blacker, Founder of "It's Just Stuff," to discuss the importance of decluttering and downsizing for seniors.In this episode, Beth shares her expertise on how to navigate the process of decluttering as you age, being proactive, and letting go of sentimental items. She also provides valuable insights on what to consider when downsizing, preparing to move, and distributing items you no longer need.Whether you're a...
Jun 19, 2024•18 min•Ep. 9
In Episode 8 of the "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast," host Gabe Bodner is joined by Gary Strohm, a seasoned real estate professional with over 25 years of experience at Coldwell Banker. Together, they explore the recent lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and its implications for both buyers and sellers. Discussion highlights include: -Initiating the Lawsuit: Who initiated the lawsuit against NAR, when, and why? -Impact on Sellers: Understanding how the NAR sett...
Jun 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 8
We are thrilled to announce the latest episode of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast with Gabe Bodner, featuring John Estes from Kapsak | Estes LLC! 🌟 In this insightful conversation, Gabe dives deep into the essentials of estate planning with John, covering crucial topics that everyone should know about, regardless of their financial status. Here are some of the key points discussed: 🔹 What is estate planning? 🔹 Do I need to be wealthy to think about estate planning? 🔹 What happe...
May 22, 2024•30 min•Ep. 7
Join us for an enlightening Episode 6 of the Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast, hosted by Gabe Bodner. This episode features Dan Madsen, a Wealth Management Advisor from Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company, as we explore the crucial topic of long-term care. Dan brings his expertise to discuss what long-term care entails, whether it's care at home, in residential facilities, or nursing homes, and why understanding this is vital for your financial health and retirement planning. Top...
May 08, 2024•25 min•Ep. 6
Welcome to Episode 5 of the "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow" podcast, hosted by Gabe Bodner of The Bodner Team | Reverse Mortgage Planners. In this episode, we sit down with Heidi Heineke, Insurance Agent and Vice President at Robertson Ryan Insurance. Join us as we dive into the critical role of insurance in safeguarding your real estate investments and enhancing your financial security in retirement. Heidi brings her extensive expertise to discuss innovative insurance solutions and how they...
Apr 24, 2024•23 min•Ep. 5
Welcome to the "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow Podcast" hosted by Gabe Bodner, the Producing Branch Manager and Reverse Mortgage Planner at The Bodner Team | Reverse Mortgage Planners. Join us as we navigate the intricate world of real estate, mortgages, and retirement planning with the expertise of industry veterans and special guests. In each episode, we uncover the latest trends, offer expert advice, and share actionable tips to empower you to make informed decisions about your financial f...
Apr 09, 2024•22 min•Ep. 4
Have you wondered how to re-wire your brain? Well, check out Gabe’s latest Podcast as he interviews Gabriel Ettenson… Gabe and Gabriel get into some fascinating discussions around the mind-body connection and how we can create new neuro pathways in our brains to help us deal with chronic pain or depression or anxiety or even addiction. By utilizing light and sound therapies which all produce energy, it increases the neuroplasticity in the brain. This also allows you to get into a flow state and ...
Mar 28, 2024•31 min•Ep. 3
Welcome to "Live for Today, Plan for Tomorrow" the podcast where we delve deep into the ever-evolving world of real estate and home financing. In this highly anticipated second episode, join your host Gabe Bodner as he sits down with Jesse Allen, President of the 55+ Division at OneTrust Home Loans. Get ready to gain exclusive insights as Gabe interviews Jesse, a seasoned industry expert, to uncover his invaluable market predictions and forecasts. With a focus on the dynamic landscape of the 55+...
Mar 25, 2024•33 min•Ep. 2
Are you curious about Cannabis? You are not alone, I have been very curious about Cannabis as well. That is why I conducted this exclusive interview with Dr. Joanna Zeiger who is the CEO of Canna Research Foundation based in Boulder, CO. Gabe and Dr. Zeiger disuss what are the different types of cannabis (primarily THC and CBD), who can benefit from cannabis usage, who should not use cannabis along with a detailed discussion around Cannabis from a very informative and educational perspective. Th...
Feb 06, 2024•45 min•Ep. 1
