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What if your retirement lasted more than 40 years? After recently losing her grandmother just one week before her 103rd birthday, Sonja shares a personal story that highlights one of the biggest challenges facing retirees today: preparing financially, physically, and emotionally…
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When it comes to investing, what you keep matters more than what you earn. In this video, we break down one of the most overlooked tax planning opportunities investors…
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Taxes seem to get more complicated every year, but the biggest retirement tax opportunities often come from understanding a few key strategies.…
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What Percentage Of Your Yearly Budget Should Be Spent On Vacation And Travel? What's the Real Cost?? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNidMXRWDMs The FIRE movement…
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Stocks are at an all-time high, so does that mean now is the worst time to invest? It can feel risky to put money into the market when prices are hitting new records.…
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MANAGING CURRENCY RISK AS AN EXPAT: • Does Currency Really Matter When You Inves... WHAT IS CROSS-BORDER FINANCIAL PLANNING: • What is Cross Border Financial Planning?…
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Building a career across countries can open incredible opportunities… but it also creates financial complexity most people aren’t prepared for.…
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Most investors believe the currency their investments are shown in actually impacts their returns. But what if that assumption is completely wrong?…
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CALCULATE YOUR IDEAL NUMBER: https://baobabwealth.com/ideal-number/ Most people focus on growing their retirement savings… but very few think about how those savings…
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Have you ever typed your credit card number online and instantly seen an error message saying the number is invalid? Surprisingly, the website usually doesn’t check your…
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Divorce the IRS: • The 2nd Edition of Divorce the IRS Is Comi... What happens if life forces you to withdraw money from your 401(k) or traditional IRA before retirement?…
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Best Investing Books: • Books Every Investor Should Read (Advisor’... Are your 401(k) and traditional IRA contributions really “tax savings” — or a small loan from the…
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How to Remove ROTH IRA Income Limits: The Backdoor Roth & Work 401(K) Roth Option • How to Remove ROTH IRA Income Limits: The ...…
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Hidden Taxes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjbQ-HxRk-8 Hidden taxes aren’t a conspiracy — they’re a business model. Most people only think about the taxes that come…
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Is Your Financial Planner Stuck in the Past While You’re Going Global? https://youtu.be/seIvsUKjlBA What is Cross-Border Financial Planning?…
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Most young workers are unknowingly setting themselves up for higher taxes later in life. When you first start your career, you're often in one of the lowest tax brackets…
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A recent Wall Street Journal discussion raised a bold question: Should you just buy stocks and hold them for life? On the surface, it sounds logical.…
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Living abroad, planning a global lifestyle, or thinking seriously about retirement can bring unique financial challenges and unique opportunities.…
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Why did the S&P 500 surge in 2025 when almost everyone predicted trouble? This video breaks down why market forecasts failed — and what investors should learn from it.…
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As we enter 2026, it’s a good time to step back from the noise and reflect on what the past year taught us — and what really matters moving forward in our outlook.…
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MISSING THE BEST MARKET DAYS VIDEO: • What happens when you miss the best market... When the stock market reaches new highs, many investors feel stuck—torn between fear…
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Many people assume they'll be in a lower tax bracket in retirement, but that’s not always how it plays out. In this video, we break down why relying solely on…
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Inflation used to be a background concern in retirement. Not anymore. With people living 25–30+ years after they stop working, the old approach of “just protect…
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Today’s retirees are in uncharted territory. Social Security was designed when people retired at 65 and didn’t live much longer.…
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Today’s retirees are in uncharted territory. Social Security was designed when people retired at 65 and didn’t live much longer.…
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What investing books are actually worth your time? In this video, I share my top recommendations—from timeless investing principles to real-world retirement strategies.…
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Think your overseas mutual fund is harmless? It might be a Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC)—and that label can trigger top-bracket U.S.…
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Annuities have long been misunderstood—but modern, commission-free annuities are a different story. In this video, we break down the truth about how annuities have…
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Remote work. Global freedom. A new way of living. If you’re one of the many Americans considering a move overseas — or already living that digital nomad life — you may…
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When I first wrote this book during COVID lockdown in 2020, I never imagined how much it would change my financial practice and affect the lives of so many Americans.…
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Many high earners assume they’ve been locked out of one of the most powerful retirement savings tools available — the Roth IRA.…
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Travel is one of life’s greatest joys — but it’s also one of the most common reasons people take on unnecessary debt. In this video, we look at how travel spending…
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Think missing one trading day won't hurt? The numbers might shock you. This year's market tells a powerful story about why timing the market is so dangerous, and why…
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Many people want to leave something behind for the people and causes they care about most — but without the right planning, that gift could come with a hidden tax burden.…
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For many married couples, there’s a hidden tax issue that doesn’t show up until one spouse passes — and by then, it may be too late to fix.…
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Many retirees want to let their savings continue to grow untouched, but the IRS has other plans. In this video, we explain how Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)…
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Healthcare in retirement often comes with unexpected costs, and Medicare premiums are one of them. In this video, we look at how your income can impact what you pay for…
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Many retirees are surprised to find their Social Security benefits taxed — even after years of paying into the system. In this video, we explore how retirement income…
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Some tax challenges in retirement can be avoided with careful planning — but future tax rates are one thing no one can fully predict.…
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Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs, and tapping into your retirement savings early can come with costly tax consequences.…
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Death and taxes may be unavoidable, but smart planning can help you limit how much you pay to the IRS over your lifetime.…
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Unlock a smoother, smarter way to track your finances—welcome to the upgraded Baobab Wealth Portal! We’ve refreshed the design for a cleaner, mobile-friendly experience…
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Taking money from your retirement account early might solve a problem today — but it can cost you far more in the long run.…
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The rule of 55 is an IRS provision that allows workers who leave their job for any reason to start taking penalty-free distributions from their current employer's…
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Financial advisors today do more than just manage investments — they help clients make smarter decisions that align with their long-term goals.…
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Many people are often concerned about what the future of the stock market holds (especially considering that we are pummeled with so many gloomy headlines throughout any…
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It’s a common myth that millionaires come from wealthy families or earn huge salaries — but the truth might surprise you.…
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If you knew you could make a bold change without risking loss, what would you do? The truth is, humans are naturally wired to fear loss more than they’re motivated by…
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During market downturns like the situation with COVID-19, you may be tempted to sell your investments and get out of the market.…
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In this video, we break down how waiting just one, two, or five years to begin investing can significantly reduce your future savings — and why striking the right…
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Dividend-paying stocks have long been loved by investors and are often a staple of a retirement income plan. But how do they really work and are dividends all they are…
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Calculating the simple average rate of return on any given investment can be confusing and even misleading when trying to understand the growth or lack of growth in your…
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Financial planning gets more complex when you’re living abroad — and many Americans don’t realize how different the rules can be until it’s too late.…
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Try RingCentral: https://www.ringcentral.com/ Try Grasshopper: https://grasshopper.com/ Keeping your U.S. phone number while living abroad might seem like a small thing…
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When bad news dominates the headlines, it’s easy to feel the urge to pull out of the market. But here’s what many investors don’t realize — the market’s best days often…
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Cross-border and global financial planning applies to any situation where investments, family ties, or financial obligations span more than one country.…
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If you’re an American expat, you’ve likely heard of the FBAR — and you may even file it every year. But do you know exactly who needs to file, what counts toward the…
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There is a lot of discussion these days around the impact of women getting a raise and the gender pay gap. This is an important discussion and one we should be having…
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Index fund investing has grown in popularity over the past few years, offering a simple, passive approach to the markets.…
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Life Insurance Retirement Plans (LIRPs) have been around for decades, offering potential tax benefits and investment protections when structured correctly.…
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Surely, most people would love to reach their retirement goals faster. By taking advantage of retirement arbitrage strategies, such as location or lifestyle arbitrage…
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When people picture retirement expenses, travel often comes to mind — but for most retirees, healthcare is the single largest cost.…
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When people hear the name of my company, Baobab Wealth Management, many of them ask me, "What is Baobab?" Well, Baobab is actually a species of tree that is native to…
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Social Security statements are no longer mailed annually, but you can still access them by creating a “My Social Security” account at ssa.gov.…
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Dollar cost averaging is one of the simplest strategies for building wealth over time — yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood concepts in investing.…
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Financial advice should be about more than just choosing investments. True planning considers all aspects of a person’s financial life — not just account balances or…
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Baobab Wealth Abroad specializes in financial independence planning for American expats, cross-border families, and globally minded clients.…
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Should you invest in real estate or the stock market? Both have advantages and disadvantages, and the best choice often depends on individual goals, time horizon, and…
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Sequence of returns risk is one of the most important — and often overlooked — risks for investors approaching or entering retirement.…
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The 3 Bucket Strategy is designed to help protect assets and retirement income by diversifying how and where funds are allocated.…
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Your tax-deferred retirement account is a tax time bomb waiting to go off. 401(k)s. IRAs. You think you’re saving money on taxes.…
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Baobab Wealth Management specializes in financial independence planning for expats, cross-border families, and globally minded clients.…
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If you're on the fence about scheduling a meeting, watch this video and learn how it will go. Wondering if you are on the right track?…
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Bonds are often seen as safe investments that provide steady interest, but they can fluctuate in value and are subject to various risks.…
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