Why Your Raise Isn't Making You Wealthier and What to Do About It

Why Your Raise Isn't Making You Wealthier and What to Do About It

Learn why a raise could quietly work against your long-term wealth if you don't have a plan. Host Andrew Giancola and NerdWallet Wealth Partners CEO Ryan Sterling break down what to actually do the moment a raise hits, from the tax bracket shift to picking lifestyle upgrades that won't quietly eat the whole increase. Interested in working with a financial advisor? Visit nerdwalletwealthpartners.com [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_071426_yournextdollarepisode] NerdWallet Wealth Partners LLC (NWWP) is a SEC registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training, nor does it constitute an endorsement by any securities regulator. The content presented by NWWP on its Your Next Dollar podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice to any person. The views, strategies, examples, and figures discussed are intended to be general in nature, subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and may not be suitable for every individual. Any hypothetical illustrations used are for educational purposes only and do not represent a guarantee or prediction of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results. NWWP's investment advisory services are only offered where NWWP and its representatives are registered. Before making any financial decision, seek advice from a qualified investment, tax, or legal professional.

Can You Stop Saving and Still Retire Rich? (Coast FIRE for High Earners)

Learn how to calculate your Coast FIRE number and when umbrella insurance could protect your assets as a high earner. Host Andrew Giancola and NerdWallet Wealth Partners CEO Ryan Sterling break down what Coast FIRE — a financial strategy where you save and invest aggressively early in life until your retirement portfolio reaches a milestone amount — means for high earners. They discuss how to calculate your number and the key mistakes that could derail the plan. Then, they react to a listener’s question about umbrella insurance and when adding extra liability coverage could make sense for someone with a growing asset base. Get the step-by-step savings framework mentioned in this episode: https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com/blueprint [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com/blueprint?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_070726_yournextdollarepisode] Interested in working with a financial advisor? Visit nerdwalletwealthpartners.com [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_070726_yournextdollarepisode] NerdWallet Wealth Partners LLC (NWWP) is a SEC registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training, nor does it constitute an endorsement by any securities regulator. The content presented by NWWP on its Your Next Dollar podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice to any person. The views, strategies, examples, and figures discussed are intended to be general in nature, subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and may not be suitable for every individual. Any hypothetical illustrations used are for educational purposes only and do not represent a guarantee or prediction of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results. NWWP's investment advisory services are only offered where NWWP and its representatives are registered. Before making any financial decision, seek advice from a qualified investment, tax, or legal professional.

The New Rules Of Personal Finance (For High Earners)

Learn how high earners can rethink old money rules on budgeting, spending, real estate, and building lasting wealth. Host Andrew Giancola and NerdWallet Wealth Partners CEO Ryan Sterling walk through eight personal finance rules that are worth questioning for high earners, including should you replace traditional budgeting with an automated pay-yourself-first approach? And how can simplifying your financial life accelerate your path to financial independence? Then, they answer a listener's question about whether buying a condo could be a smart stepping stone toward a high-value property like a New York City brownstone, or whether renting and aggressively saving for the target property could be the wiser move. Interested in working with a financial advisor? Visit nerdwalletwealthpartners.com [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_063026_yournextdollarepisode] NerdWallet Wealth Partners LLC (NWWP) is a SEC registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training, nor does it constitute an endorsement by any securities regulator. The content presented by NWWP on its Your Next Dollar podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice to any person. The views, strategies, examples, and figures discussed are intended to be general in nature, subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and may not be suitable for every individual. Any hypothetical illustrations used are for educational purposes only and do not represent a guarantee or prediction of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results. NWWP's investment advisory services are only offered where NWWP and its representatives are registered. Before making any financial decision, seek advice from a qualified investment, tax, or legal professional.

Your Next Dollar Blueprint: How to Prioritize Your Money for High Earners

Learn how high earners could prioritize their money across seven steps, from income growth to backdoor Roth strategies. Host Andrew Giancola and NerdWallet Wealth Partners CEO Ryan Sterling walk through the seven-step Your Next Dollar Blueprint — an order of operations high earners could follow to prioritize their savings across accounts, from growing income and building an emergency fund to maxing out an HSA, 401(k), mega backdoor Roth, and more.  Download the Your Next Dollar Blueprint at nerdwalletwealthpartners.com/blueprint [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com/blueprint?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_062326_yournextdollarepisode]  Interested in working with a financial advisor? Visit nerdwalletwealthpartners.com [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_062326_yournextdollarepisode] NerdWallet Wealth Partners LLC (NWWP) is a SEC registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training, nor does it constitute an endorsement by any securities regulator. The content presented by NWWP on its Your Next Dollar podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice to any person. The views, strategies, examples, and figures discussed are intended to be general in nature, subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and may not be suitable for every individual. Any hypothetical illustrations used are for educational purposes only and do not represent a guarantee or prediction of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results. NWWP's investment advisory services are only offered where NWWP and its representatives are registered. Before making any financial decision, seek advice from a qualified investment, tax, or legal professional.

Here’s What You Should Consider Before Retiring at Age 50

Learn how to plan for early retirement, bridge healthcare gaps, and build a portfolio that lasts. Host Andrew Giancola breaks down the top myths around early retirement with NerdWallet Wealth Partners CEO, Ryan Sterling. They cover how to calculate your financial independence number, structure your portfolio, and navigate healthcare costs before you can qualify for Medicare. They also rank some of their favorite places to retire and some of their favorite retirement money moves. Check your early retirement readiness with the free NerdWallet Wealth Partners calculator: https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com/ontrack [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com/ontrack]  Interested in working with a financial advisor? Visit nerdwalletwealthpartners.com [https://nerdwalletwealthpartners.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=nerdwallet&utm_campaign=nwwp_mktg_internal_061626_yournextdollarepisode] NerdWallet Wealth Partners LLC (NWWP) is a SEC registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training, nor does it constitute an endorsement by any securities regulator. The content presented by NWWP on its Your Next Dollar podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as personalized investment, tax, or legal advice to any person. The views, strategies, examples, and figures discussed are intended to be general in nature, subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and may not be suitable for every individual. Any hypothetical illustrations used are for educational purposes only and do not represent a guarantee or prediction of future results. All investments carry risk, including the potential loss of principal, and past performance is not a guarantee of future results. NWWP's investment advisory services are only offered where NWWP and its representatives are registered. Before making any financial decision, seek advice from a qualified investment, tax, or legal professional.