This week, we're back on the farm with another hands-on financial lesson, because sometimes the best way to understand money is to get your boots dirty. In part two of our Finance Lessons from the Farm series, John breaks out a literal toolbox and a little dirt to teach a big concept: using the right financial tool for the right job. He walks through common missteps, explains how these mismatches happen, and shares how to rethink your approach so every tool in your financial plan is aligned with its intended purpose.

Just like you wouldn’t dig a hole with a four-foot level (seriously, don’t try it), you shouldn’t use life insurance as a long-term investment or stash your Roth IRA in bank CDs. These tools aren’t inherently bad, but they’re often wildly mismatched to the goals people expect them to accomplish. Tune in to make sure you’re using the right tools for the job.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

🛠️ Using life insurance the wrong way

🚜 The shovel-to-level investment analogy

🌳 Investing for long-term growth the right way

📦 Don’t let a product define your strategy

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Congress has passed and President Trump has signed the Big Beautiful Bill, which is our new tax code (along with a bunch of other things). While you might have a strong opinion on different aspects of this legislation, all we care about today is how it will impact tax planning and financial planning for people preparing for retirement.

We’re going to run through all of the major provisions in the new bill, along with some of the items that might need your attention this year. These changes, among others, highlight the importance of staying informed and adapting financial strategies to align with the new tax landscape. As we move forward, it's crucial for individuals and families to reassess their tax plans to take full advantage of the benefits available under the new code.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

📉 Tax brackets made permanent (no more 2025 cliff!)

🧾 New $12K deduction for couples over 65

🏡 SALT deduction cap raised from $10K to $40K

🚗 Deduct car loan interest (yes, really)

⚠️ Trump Accounts, student loan limits & EV credit phase-out

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If you're only using your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for co-pays and prescriptions today, you’re missing out on its biggest superpower. In this episode, John reveals how to “hack” your HSA and turn it into a tax-free retirement goldmine. He also shares tips on contribution strategy, the portability of HSAs, what qualifies as a medical expense, and how to retroactively reimburse yourself in retirement.

Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

💡 Triple tax benefits in one account

🛠️ HSA vs. FSA—know the difference

💸 Why you should not swipe your HSA card

📈 Grow it now, spend it later

📁 Yes, receipts matter, retroactive hacks explained

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Web: https://rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/

Phone: 919-391-3446

Schedule a Meeting: http://meetwithjohn.com

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