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Financial Planning Isn't Just for Rich People with Matt Ward

Jun 12, 2025
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Matt Ward
Matt Ward, a registered financial planner who helps retirees and small-business owners, breaks down practical money steps for non-wealthy folks. He covers cash reserves, emergency funds, SEP IRA vs solo 401(k), pre-tax vs Roth tradeoffs, protection planning, and how to start saving when you hate budgeting. Short, blunt, and actionable conversation that makes planning feel doable.
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INSIGHT

Financial Planning Is Not Just For The Rich

  • Financial planning is valuable at any asset level, not just for wealthy people.
  • Matt Ward says even young professionals benefit because early direction compounds over decades and small minimums exist in his practice.
INSIGHT

Business Owners Gain More From Planning

  • Financial planners add outsized value for business owners who lack employer benefits and 401ks.
  • Matt Ward says business owners easily drift off-track focusing on operations, so planners reconnect them to automated savings and leverage business value.
ADVICE

Build A Six Month Business Emergency Fund

  • Start by building a cash foundation: aim for roughly six months of business expenses in liquid savings.
  • Use high-yield savings or money market accounts first, then funnel excess into market investments or retirement vehicles.
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