In this episode, David Hollander, also known as The Sandman, takes us through the complexities of managing taxes with the deadline of April 15th looming. With the national debt hitting $34 trillion, it’s more important than ever to be informed about how taxes impact retirement planning. David, with his 30 years of experience, discusses 10 strategies for potentially reducing your tax burden if you’re nearing or in retirement. Whether you’re curious about how to better prepare your taxes or interested in exploring ways to be more tax-efficient, this episode offers insights and considerations. From debunking common myths about Social Security and taxes to providing a closer look at the implications of the national debt on future taxation, tune in for a thoughtful exploration of tax planning for retirees.

This market segment explores the phenomenon of “platinum-locks,” a new market high surpassing the traditional “Goldilocks” phase. Amidst the Dow Jones and S&P 500 reaching historic levels, David Hollander, also known as The Sandman, navigates the fine line between embracing market optimism and acknowledging the inevitable risks. He reviews recent market performances, including the impact of Nvidia’s earnings surprise, and dissects investor sentiment through various indicators. With a balanced view on the bullish and bearish arguments surrounding current valuations, The Sandman emphasizes the importance of cautious investment strategies.

In this episode of Protect Your Assets, host David Hollander unpacks the complexities of fixed indexed annuities amidst a soaring stock market. As the S&P 500 reaches unprecedented highs, listeners are eager to participate in the gains without risking their entire investment. David addresses the mixed sentiments surrounding annuities, often seen as a financial enigma, by separating myths from facts. He introduces five strategic ways to invest in the market, with a special focus on fixed indexed annuities as a tool for protecting against loss while still capturing potential upsides.

In this market segment, The Sandman tackles how inflation continues to affect the markets, touching on the Dow Jones dropping slightly and the Nasdaq’s bigger fall. He dives into why the stock market went down last week, driven by higher-than-expected inflation rates. Additionally, The Sandman looks at shifts in the stock market, with more than just big tech companies seeing gains, and touches on how things like geopolitical tensions are impacting oil prices and what’s happening with gold. The segment wraps up with thoughts on the 10-year Treasury yield and what it could mean for the future.

In an era of potentially increasing taxes, Protect Your Assets with David Hollander offers insights into creating tax-free income in retirement and guides listeners through the complexities of the tax landscape, particularly as the favorable rates introduced by the 2018 tax cuts are set to expire in 2025. This episode focuses on actionable strategies to help your retirement income remain unaffected by future tax hikes. Whether it’s through savvy investment in municipal bonds, understanding capital gains, or exploring insurance policies as a retirement plan, The Sandman covers it all.