With its young population, strong tailwinds, and supportive political regime, India might be the next bright spot for investors. In this episode, Chris Osmond, Chief Investment Officer speaks with Manu Rikhye, partner at GrowX Venture Management and Merak Ventures, about the Indian investment landscape and how to navigate the risks. Join them to learn about … Read More Read More...
The sale of a business represents not only the culmination of years of hard work and dedication but also a unique opportunity to amass considerable wealth. With so much at stake, having a specialized wealth management team in your corner can make a significant difference! In this episode, Derek Myron speaks with Jimmy Page, who … Read More Read More
Are you a business owner or high-income executive concerned about recent changes in the economic, political, and tax environment? In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom and Matt Griffith, CFP®, cover a range of topics, including ways to prepare for a huge liquidity event, tax planning, investment considerations during high interest rates, and an overview of our … Read More Read More...
Krista Schmitt, a retired CPA, has spent nearly 30 years working for a Fortune-500 company in the area of accounting and financial information systems. Despite her financial background, she knew she wanted to lean on an expert and decided to work with Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura) and has been a client of Derek Myron, Managing … Read More Read More...
If you’re a financial advisor, you know that the industry can be tough to navigate alone. The key to growth lies in collaboration with fellow professionals. Collaboration not only paves the way for accelerated growth, but it can also improve your client service! In this episode, Derek Myron speaks with Tom Oliveira, Wealth Advisor at … Read More Read More...
Private fiduciaries can play a critical role in managing and protecting the assets of their clients. They also help ensure that their clients’ wishes are carried out after they are gone and their assets reach their desired beneficiaries. In this episode, Derek Myron speaks with David Stapleton, President of Stapleton Group, Inc., about private fiduciaries, … Read More Read More...
High-interest rates have caused both stocks and bonds to perform poorly in recent months. However, looking beyond stocks and bonds, private credit and direct lending have emerged as particularly attractive options for those seeking higher yields and lower volatility. In this episode, Chris Osmond speaks with Philip Hasbrouck, Senior Managing Director and Co-Head of Cliffwater’s … Read More Read More...
Whether you are a U.S. citizen with international sources of income or a foreign national conducting business in the U.S., it is important to understand how international taxation works so that you do not end up overpaying in taxes. In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom speaks with Connor Southwell, Director of Citrin Cooperman’s International Taxation Services … Read More Read More...
When financial advisors collaborate with fellow professionals (EPAs, CPAs, other advisors, etc.), it helps them improve their client service and simultaneously accelerate their own growth. This is the rationale behind Centura Wealth Advisory’s Elite Advisor Collaboration Program (EACP), where radically transparency is the cornerstone. In this episode, Jonathan Freeman and Derek Myron explain what EACP … Read More Read More...
Pass-through entities are complex, but it’s important to pick the one that’s best for your business needs from the get-go. In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom speaks with Chuck Levun, a partner at Levun, Goodman & Cohen, LLP, about pass-through entities today. They explain what pass-through entities are, talk about the pros and cons of S … Read More Read More...
After moving from China to the US in 1989 to pursue his Ph.D. in psychology at UCSD, Tony Chen transitioned from an academic in post-doctorate studies to business — becoming a lifelong entrepreneur and business owner. Fast forward to 2019, when Tony considered exiting his business and became a client of Matt Griffith, CFP®, Senior … Read More Read More...
In 2017, the state and local tax (SALT) deduction was capped. This severely impacted the taxes for many people, especially the high-income earners in high-income-tax states. In this episode, Roby Kotcamp and Derek Myron talk about the provisions that many states are offering, including California, to help taxpayers minimize the impact of the SALT deduction … Read More Read More...
Section 1202 of the IRS code can potentially save eligible business owners millions of dollars in taxes. However, it is an underutilized section as few business owners know how to successfully implement this strategy. In this episode, Roby Kotcamp and Kyle Malmstrom explain what Section 1202 entails, the primary eligibility criteria for QSBS (qualified small … Read More Read More...
At Centura, we divide financial planning services into two categories: 1) Steps that make your plan just “good enough” and 2) Steps that actually move the needle and make a measurable difference in your wealth. In this episode, Derek Myron and Sean Clark unpack the four steps that fall “below-the-line” and three steps that fall … Read More Read More...
Historically, many Americans have been quite charitably inclined. If you are one of them, your philanthropic efforts can be optimized with Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) that help you minimize your taxes when donating to your favorite organizations. In this episode, Derek Myron and Kyle Malmstrom explain the benefits and risks of Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) … Read More Read More...
Chuck and Mary Ann Cox became clients of Derek Myron, Managing Director of Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura), in 2004. After 18 years of wealth management and financial planning, Derek continues to serve Chuck today (unfortunately, Mary Ann passed away in 2018). In this episode, Derek Myron interviews Chuck Cox, a retired executive, about his client … Read More Read More...
The recent market and economic downturn, combined with high inflation and looming interest rates, are forcing investors to consider alternative asset classes. One such alternative asset class is private equity, which has become highly accessible to individual investors today. In this episode, Chris Osmond, CFA, CAIA®, CFP®, speaks with Jeremy Held, Managing Director at Bow … Read More Read More...
Selling a business is a complex process. You need to tackle several types of taxes. You need to effectively invest the proceeds. Finally, you also need to overcome the emotions of letting go of your business. In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom interviews Doug Pate, a client of Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura) who recently sold his … Read More Read More
Given the current market gyrations, we are often asked by clients, “What are we doing to manage risk? And how does it impact our portfolios?” In this episode, Roby Kotcamp, Senior Wealth Advisor, and Chris Osmond, Chief Investment Officer, discuss Centura Wealth Advisory’s approach to risk management. They also explore strategies to achieve greater risk-adjusted … Read More Read More...
Aubrey Serfling and Lori Long have worked with Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura) as clients for over eight years now. Despite being retired executives today, they continue to work on their charitable endeavors. In this episode, Derek Myron interviews Aubrey and Lori about their client experience at Centura. They share insights into their wealth management journey … Read More Read More...
Real estate investors often use a 1031 exchange to defer taxes. However, a direct 1031 exchange is not possible if you want to transfer your real estate investment into publicly traded REIT shares. In this episode, Sean Clark, Director of Financial Planning, and Mark Kenny, Advanced Planner, discuss alternative tax deferral strategies using UPREITs and … Read More Read More...
Both equity and bond markets have experienced a significant downturn in recent months. Will they bounce back up? Or will they continue to plummet? No one knows. Amidst this uncertainty, structured notes can be a valuable addition to your portfolio. In this episode, Sean Clark, Director of Financial Planning, and David Cariani, Vice President, discuss … Read More Read More...
After her father passed away in 1994, Marilyn Daniels was suddenly thrust into managing a large pool of assets and forced to make several key financial decisions. In 2004 she joined Centura Wealth Advisory (Centura) as a client. In this episode, Derek Myron interviews Marilyn about her client experience at Centura and how her financial … Read More Read More...
As the Federal Reserve continues on its path of quantitative tightening, inflation and rising interest rates are a concern for many investors. In this episode, Chris Osmond speaks with Christopher Long, Chairman, CEO, and Founder of Palmer Square Capital Management LLC. They talk about current opportunities in private credit and how it helps investors hedge … Read More Read More...
We started working with Tina Daniels’ family nearly 18 years ago for her grandmother’s estate. Then, we worked on her parents’ estate. As of today, we have been helping Tina manage her wealth for nearly 15 years. In this episode, Derek Myron interviews Tina, the Managing Director of Agency & Brand Measurement Analytics at Google. … Read More Read More...
With inflation reaching 40-year highs, investors are eager to find investments to hedge against the decreasing value of their money. In this episode, Chris Osmond speaks with Paul Kaseburg, Chief Investment Officer of MG Properties, about investment opportunities in the multifamily real estate market and how they help you cope with rising inflation rates. Paul … Read More Read More...
Recently, we had a great addition to our team! In January 2022, Seth Meisler, CFA, CFP®, CPA/PFS, MBA, joined Centura Wealth Advisory as a Senior Wealth Advisor, bringing in 15 years of experience as a financial advisor and Chief Investment Officer. In this episode, Jonathan Freeman, Chief Operating Officer, interviews Seth about his personal and … Read More Read More...
Interest rates have been considerably lower than inflation for several months now. However, we have started experiencing a rise in interest rates. During this transition period, as interest and inflation rates adjust over time, how can you strive for better risk-adjusted returns? Sean Clark, Director of Financial Planning, and David Cariani, Vice President, answer this … Read More Read More...
One of the goals of this podcast is to help you understand what it’s like to work with Centura Wealth Advisory before you even become a client. And who better to talk about the client experience than one of our current clients? In this episode, Roby Kotcamp interviews our client David Pann, who has held … Read More Read More
Are you looking for lucrative real estate opportunities in Southern California? If yes, then this episode is for you. In this episode, Derek Myron speaks with Eric Northbrook, Managing Director of Voit Real Estate Services’ San Diego and Carlsbad offices. Eric shares insights on the current commercial real estate landscape in Southern California, along with … Read More Read More...
