Investing – The BamCam

The Difference Between Financial Literacy & Financial Wellness (Ep. 37)

By The BamCam | March 11, 2025

What’s the difference between Financial Literacy and Financial Wellness?

Hosts Jack Burnette and Alison Castellano discuss how financial literacy is understanding budgets, interest rates, credit scores, and insurance, a key first step to being money smart, but is often not enough to achieve true financial security. Financial wellness, on the other hand, is about feeling confident and in control of your financial future, allowing for reduced stress even when unexpected challenges arise.

Discover more as this episode highlights:

Understanding Financial Literacy vs. Financial Wellness [00:01:00]
The importance of Emergency Funds [00:07:52]
The Role of Financial Advisors in Crafting a Financial Game Plan [00:12:36]
How Couples Can Work Together Towards Financial Wellness [00:09:25]
And more!

Resources:

Connect with Alison Castellano:

Connect with Jack Burnette:

Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed

Subscribe: RSS | More

Understanding Tax Deductions with Jim Sumpter from CMC Financial (Ep.17)

By The BamCam | March 19, 2024

Do you want to learn how to maximize your deductions, understand the latest tax laws, and optimize your financial planning strategies for the upcoming tax season?

Join Jack Burnette and Alison Castellano with their guest Jim Sumpter, President of CMC Financial and Vice President of RFG Advisory. Jim’s insights on tax deductions, IRA options, state tax implications, and new IRS reporting requirements offer valuable information for listeners looking to navigate their financial affairs effectively.

Jack, Alison, and Jim discuss:

What are some key strategies for tax preparation, deductions, and credits to optimize tax outcomes for individuals and couples
How can retirement savings accounts like SEP IRAs and 401k plans benefit self-employed individuals
What are the tax benefits of 529 plans for college savings, and how can residents of different states maximize these benefits through rollovers
How do new tax reporting requirements for platforms like Venmo and PayPal impact individuals’ tax obligations
And more

Resource:

Embracing The Work-Life Balance At Deer Valley Resort (Ep.16)

Connect with Alison Castellano:

Connect with Jack Burnette:

Connect with Jim Sumpter:

About Our Guest:

Jim has more than 20 years of experience helping clients achieve their financial goals. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ CFP® and holds FINRA Series 7, 65, 63, 31 licenses in Alabama, Georgia, New York, Pennsylvania, and Vermont. He also holds Life, Health, and Variable Annuity Licenses. He is a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA), National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP), and Leadership Shelby County. He is also a StrongHer Money Ambassador.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed

Subscribe: RSS | More

Financial Intimacy: After The Money Date with Alison and Adrian (Ep.15)

By The BamCam | February 20, 2024

Join Alison and her husband Adrian as they share how their quarterly Money Date has helped them establish financial objectives, improve their communication, and plan for a future as a family.

They review the goals they discussed during their date including intentional spending, learning the difference between wants and needs, and how to stay focused on your goals and not compare yourself to those on social media.

Gain insight from Mr. and Mrs. Castellano as they discuss:

The purpose of a Money Date and how it can improve your financial intimacy
Why it’s important to provide praise and gratitude to your partner for their achievements
How a Money Date can make the topic of finances fun for couples
The value of gifting experiences rather than material items
Their plans and intentions for future money dates
And more

Resources:

Connect with Alison Castellano:

Connect with Adrian Castellano:

Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed

Subscribe: RSS | More

Financial Resolutions for 2024 (Ep.12)

By The BamCam | January 2, 2024

Jack Burnette and Alison Castellano kick off this year with a bang, as they list financial tips and tricks that will set you on the path to success in the new year. Whether you’re looking to finally tackle that mountain of debt, boost your savings, or make strategic investments, they’ve got you covered.

Obtain beneficial information about the importance of budgeting, emergency funds, investing, the role of a good financial advisor, and the need for proper asset allocation when planning for retirement.

Start the new year off right as you gain insight into:

The importance of creating a financial budget
Reviewing your subscription services and how to remove unnecessary costs
How a financial advisor can assist you with proper asset allocation
Estate planning considerations and making sure your plans are up to date
And more

Resources:

Financial Intimacy: Money Date (Ep. 10)

Connect with Alison Castellano:

Connect with Jack Burnette:

Connect with RFG Advisory:

Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed

Subscribe: RSS | More