Financial Fortitude: Tax, Wealth & Investment Strategies for High Income Earners
Michael and Brady talk about the major policy shifts taking effect on July 1, as borrowers will step into an entirely new landscape where old strategies may no longer work and costly mistakes are easier to make than ever. From the elimination of key repayment plans to the introduction of new structures, caps, and rules, this conversation breaks down what’s actually happening—and what it means for your financial future. Whether you’re pursuing forgiveness, planning aggressive repayment, or simply trying to make sense of the chaos, this episode gives you the clarity and direction you need. If you want to make smarter, more intentional decisions with your student debt and take back control of your financial trajectory, this is the episode you can’t miss. Key Timestamps: (00:00) – The End Of SAVE And What It Means For Your Repayment Strategy (09:12) – Hidden Risks Borrowers Are Overlooking Right Now (12:36) – Why Loan Types Matter More Than Ever Before (16:08) – Consolidation Deadlines And The Cost Of Waiting Too Long (19:42) – Income Driven Repayment Eligibility Changes You Must Understand (26:21) – Tradeoffs Between High Income Careers And Student Debt Burden (28:10) – Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness Still Worth It In 2026 (31:02) – Step By Step Student Loan Audit How To Assess Your Situation (36:27) – Tax Implications Of Time Based Forgiveness Explained (39:15) – Why Doing Nothing Could Be The Most Expensive Mistake (41:50) – When To Work With A Student Loan Professional (44:18) – Building A Long Term Financial Plan Around Your Loans Key Takeaways: • What the elimination of the SAVE plan means and why many borrowers are underestimating the impact. • How the new Tiered Standard and WRAP repayment plans actually work—and who they benefit most. • Why your loan type (Stafford, FFEL, PLUS) now plays a critical role in determining your options. • The consolidation deadline most borrowers don’t realize exists—and how missing it could limit your flexibility forever. • Whether Public Service Loan Forgiveness is still a viable path—and what hasn’t changed despite the noise. • The step-by-step framework for auditing your loans and building a strategy based on your actual goals. • How to decide between full repayment, forgiveness, or hybrid strategies based on your income trajectory. • The tax implications of time-based forgiveness now that policies have shifted back—and what that means long term. • Why doing nothing is still a decision—and often the most expensive one you can make right now. • When it makes sense to bring in a professional and how that can prevent costly mistakes. Key Topics Discussed: Financial Fortitude, Genesis Wealth Planning, Brady Hemmerle, Michael Acosta, Financial Wellness, Wealth Building, Financial Psychology, Financial Advisor, Finance Coach, Student Loan Debt, Finance Guidance for High Earners, Business Owner Finances, Hiring a Financial Advisor, Student Loan Forgiveness, Tax Strategies, Retirement Planning, Investing Strategies, Financial Guidance for High Earners, Smart Money Moves for High-Income Professionals, Tax, Wealth & Investment Strategies for Top Earners, Financial Planning for Doctors, Lawyers & Execs, Wealth Management Tips for High-Income Earners, Advice on Taxes, Investing & Growing Wealth, High Earner Money Talk, Financial Wisdom for 6-Figure+ Entrepreneurs, Smart Strategies for Managing High Income, Taxes & Freedom for High-Earning Professionals, The Dave Ramsey Show, BiggerPockets Podcast, The Motley Fool Money Show, We Study Billionaires, ChooseFI, Afford Anything Mentions: Website: https://www.genesiswealthplanning.com/ [https://www.genesiswealthplanning.com/] Michael’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelracosta/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelracosta/] Brady’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brady-hemmerle-cfp%C2%AE-75043013a/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brady-hemmerle-cfp%C2%AE-75043013a/] Financial Health Checkup: https://www.livingbalancesheet.com/lbsVision/lite/michaelraco [https://www.livingbalancesheet.com/lbsVision/lite/michaelracosta] This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as tax, legal, or investment advice. Although the information has been gathered from sources believed to be reliable, please note that individual situations can vary. Therefore, the information should be relied upon only when coordinated with individual professional advice. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS, Guardian, or Genesis Wealth Planning and opinions stated are their own. Guardian, its subsidiaries, agents, and employees do not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Consult your tax, legal, or accounting professional regarding your individual situation. All investments and investment strategies contain risk and may lose value. Michael Acosta is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 6115 PARK SOUTH DRIVE, SUITE 200, CHARLOTTE NC, 28210, 704-5528507. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Genesis Wealth Planning is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License # 0M50974. 7237198.38. Expiration 6/28.
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