Lessons From Maverick: What Top Gun Teaches Us About Money

Lessons From Maverick: What Top Gun Teaches Us About Money

It's summer and nothing says summer quite like Tom Cruise as Maverick soaring across the sky in Top Gun. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the original film, and with Tom Cruise's birthday on July 3rd, Dennis figured it was the perfect excuse to revisit some of the most iconic quotes from the franchise and see what they have to say about your financial life. Because Maverick didn't become the best by flying blind and hoping for the best. He had a plan, a co-pilot, and enough self-awareness to know when the risk was worth it. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: ✈️ Need for Speed: Why patience beats quick riches 💳 Lifestyle Creep: When ego outruns your finances ⚠️ Danger Zone: Managing investment risk wisely 🔮 Future Planning: Preparing for what's ahead 🛩️ Talk to Goose: The value of trusted financial guidance Our website:  https://www.401k.faith [https://www.401k.faith] Phone: (513) 898-1897 Contact our team: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Book an Introductory Meeting: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Check out our no-cost financial flipbooks here: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/] Join one of our upcoming events: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm] Check out our online calculators: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/] Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/] X: https://x.com/dennishorr [https://x.com/dennishorr]

Winning the Financial Triple Crown: Strategies from the Kentucky Derby

Step into Triple Crown season as Dennis uses the excitement of the Kentucky Derby to reveal what it really takes to build a winning retirement plan. He draws parallels between horse racing and financial planning, including how to avoid “long shot” bets with your nest egg. Grab your saddle and your fancy hat and join us at the starting gate as we race toward retirement. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 👥 Team Approach: Advisors, CPAs, and attorneys matter 🛡️ Protection Planning: Insurance reduces financial roadblocks 🎲 Investment Risks: Long shots rarely win consistently 🎩 Customized Strategies: Every retirement plan is unique, just like the hats at the Kentucky Derby  🔄 Ongoing Adjustments: Retirement plans need regular updates Our website:  https://www.401k.faith [https://www.401k.faith] Phone: (513) 898-1897 Contact our team: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Book an Introductory Meeting: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Check out our no-cost financial flipbooks here: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/] Join one of our upcoming events: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm] Check out our online calculators: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/] Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/] X: https://x.com/dennishorr [https://x.com/dennishorr]

“I Wish I Knew This at 25” — Young Adult Money Mistakes

If you want unfiltered financial advice, don’t just read a book — scroll the comments. Spend five minutes on Reddit or YouTube, and you’ll find people being brutally honest about what they wish they had done differently with money. Today, Dennis’ son Parker is joining us and talking through the biggest young money mistakes. Most of these regrets don’t come from bad intentions. They come from small decisions that didn’t feel like a big deal at the time. The earlier you recognize them, the easier it is to change course.  Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: 📈 Compound Interest: Starting earlier changes everything 💳 Credit Cards: Small spending adds up fast 🪙 401(k) Match: Free money gets ignored 🧠 Financial Planning: Confidence beats financial chaos 🎯 Money Habits: Small choices shape the future 📱 Sports Betting: Easy access creates risk Our website:  https://www.401k.faith [https://www.401k.faith] Phone: (513) 898-1897 Contact our team: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Book an Introductory Meeting: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Check out our no-cost financial flipbooks here: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/] Join one of our upcoming events: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm] Check out our online calculators: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/] Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/] X: https://x.com/dennishorr [https://x.com/dennishorr]

Delayed Gratification, Bigger Retirement Payoff

Delayed gratification is a difficult skill to master, and that’s just as true with financial matters as it is in other areas of your life. Let’s talk about some instances where you might be faced with a choice of being satisfied now or satisfied later. Today, we’ve got a special guest, Parker (Dennis’ son), joining the conversation to share his perspective on making smart money choices early on.   Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: ⏳ Delayed Decisions: Short-term sacrifice, long-term gain 💰 Free Money First: Don’t skip the 401(k) match 🧾 Tax Timing: Pay now vs later matters 📈 Roth Advantage: Long-term tax savings add up 🕰️ Social Security Timing: Waiting can increase income 📊 Plan Your Spending: Budget creates freedom Our website:  https://www.401k.faith [https://www.401k.faith] Phone: (513) 898-1897 Contact our team: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Book an Introductory Meeting: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Check out our no-cost financial flipbooks here: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/] Join one of our upcoming events: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm] Check out our online calculators: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/] Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/] X: https://x.com/dennishorr [https://x.com/dennishorr]

Expectation vs. Reality: The Truth About Retirement Planning

Retirement often looks perfect on paper—travel, freedom, and finally enjoying life on your terms. But for many people, the reality doesn’t match the picture they had in mind. Dennis takes a closer look at the gap between expectation and reality in retirement and reveals how having a well-thought-out plan matters more than ever. Life is going to throw curveballs, but a plan unique to you will help you be prepared. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: ✅ Plan Matters: A written strategy brings clarity 🚧 Beware of the Expectation Gap: Retirement isn’t always picture-perfect 🧭 Changing Priorities: Goals evolve over time 🔄 Stay Flexible: Adjust as life changes 🤝 Get Guidance: Support makes transitions smoother Our website:  https://www.401k.faith [https://www.401k.faith] Phone: (513) 898-1897 Contact our team: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Book an Introductory Meeting: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/contact_us/] Check out our no-cost financial flipbooks here: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/flipbooks/] Join one of our upcoming events: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/events.htm] Check out our online calculators: https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/ [https://www.faith401kmgmt.com/learning_center/calculators/] Check us out on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpuK6WuipFhXBxujjM6nl7g] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063561056644] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-horr-2ba3714/] X: https://x.com/dennishorr [https://x.com/dennishorr]