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Building a Home Out of Roadblocks with Michele Farrell (Ep. 76)

Building a Home Out of Roadblocks with Michele Farrell (Ep. 76)

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After joining Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors over a year ago and with over 20 years of experience in the financial planning and insurance space, Michele Farrell has dug her roots in the industry by connecting with other professionals such as CPAs, estate planning attorneys and insurance professionals. 

From picking herself up off her feet after a sudden death in her family, she was able to turn that despair into a learning moment by understanding their insurance needs and how she could help her loved ones move forward. 

In this episode, Michele discusses:

  • What motivated her to become a financial planner and her prior experience in this industry
  • Some key differences that set her apart from other financial advisors
  • Her story of empowering women and becoming a significant leader among women in this industry
  • Her approach to aiding and guiding clients through their financial lives 
  • And more

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About Michele Farrell:

Michele’s passion and mission is to lead, inspire and educate women about financial literacy; to provide the tools necessary to lead a life of financial freedom. By helping women understand how money works, they can grow, protect their nest egg and leave a legacy for generations to come. Women gift so much to the world and yet so often are overlooked when it comes to financial planning. Through her educational approach, she empowers women to protect their dreams and live their purpose. 

Michele’s work was recognized by the Los Angeles Tribune in 2020 as Financial Advisor of the Year “…for consistently putting the well-being of the community and her clients as her top priority.” She continues this work because she believes you deserve the absolute best when it comes to your hard-earned money, and should accept nothing less.

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Discussions in this show are for educational purposes only. Information presented should not be considered specific investment advice or a recommendation to take any particular course of action.  Always consult with a financial professional regarding your personal situation before making financial decisions. The views and opinions expressed are based on current economic and market conditions and are subject to change.  All investing involves risk, including the potential for loss of principal.  Securities offered through United Planners Financial Services (UP), Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services offered through Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors, Inc. (OPFA). OPFA & UP are independent companies. Neither OPFA nor UP offers tax or legal advice.

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69. Q&A on Financial Planning

69. Q&A on Financial Planning

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If you are just starting your financial planning or preparing for retirement, there are always questions on what to do and how to prepare your financial future.

In this episode, Royal Standley answers some of the financial planning questions sent in by you. He dives into some of the uncertainties clients feel during the financial planning process to help you live a relaxing retirement.

Royal discusses:

  • When you should involve a financial advisor
  • How to utilize FINRA’s BrokerCheck when finding the best advisor for you
  • The difference between Roth IRAs and traditional IRAs
  • The basics of retirement planning
  • And more

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Advisory Services offered through Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors, Inc. Securities offered through United Planners Financial Services of America, Member FINRA / SIPC. Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors, Inc., and United Planners Financial Services are independent companies.

Withdrawals from a Traditional IRA prior to age 59 ½ will be subject to ordinary income tax and may also incur a 10% penalty tax unless an exception applies.

Contributions to a Roth IRA are subject to income limitations. You may take nontaxable withdrawals from a Roth IRA if you are at least 59 ½ and the account has been held at least 5 years. Otherwise, earnings withdrawn may be subject to ordinary income tax and a 10% penalty.

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67. Simplifying Financial Planning

67. Simplifying Financial Planning

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Everyone has heard the term financial planning over and over again. But do you truly understand financial planning as a whole? 

In this episode, Royal Standley shares what financial advising truly is, diving into what to look for as a client and the steps a financial advisor takes to create a financial plan. He reveals some of the fears and worries of clients, how financial advisors create a personalized financial plan, and identifies the next steps after a plan is put in place.

Royal discusses:

  • How to determine if a financial advisor will focus on you
  • Existing worries and fears of clients
  • How financial advisors reduce risk when faced with uncertainty
  • The steps after creating the financial plan
  • And more

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Advisory Services offered through Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors, Inc. Securities offered through United Planners Financial Services of America, Member FINRA / SIPC. Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors, Inc., and United Planners Financial Services are independent companies.