Mike and Jim on Retirement Income Planning (Ep. 12)

Mike and Jim on Retirement Income Planning (Ep. 12)

Retirement planning goes beyond numbers—it’s about building a future that aligns with your values. This week on Ideas by Mike™, Mike Milligan, CFP®, and Jim Fisher unveils the value of developing a retirement income plan that remains adaptable and reliable. They cover the transition from growth to income strategies and how the Forecaster tool provides …

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Mike and Ben on Tax Planning with Holistiplan (Ep. 11)

Mike and Ben on Tax Planning with Holistiplan (Ep. 11)

Taxes may be inevitable, but they don’t have to drain your wealth. Here’s how to turn them into a powerful tool for financial growth 💡 Mike Milligan, CFP® teams up with Ben Birkin from Holistiplan to reveal how this powerful software is transforming tax planning from a headache into a strategic advantage. It’s not just …

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This is Ideas by Mike™ (Ep. 10)

This is Ideas by Mike™ (Ep. 10)

Imagine a financial plan that not only builds your wealth but also enriches your life. This week, Mike reflects on the values he learned from his grandmother’s sandwich shop — values that now shape his approach to financial planning.  For Mike, wealth is more than money. It’s about aligning your finances with what matters most, …

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This is Legacy Planning (Ep. 9)

This is Legacy Planning (Ep. 9)

Legacy planning is more than just dividing up financial assets; it’s about preserving the values, traditions, and harmony within a family. This week on Ideas by Mike™, Mike Milligan, CFP®, highlights the importance of this often-overlooked step in his unique financial planning approach.  By incorporating SNUG — a powerful platform designed to streamline the organization …

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This is Investment Planning (Ep. 7)

This is Investment Planning (Ep. 7)

Investing is an important piece of retirement planning, but there is much more to it than just picking “the right” stocks. This week on Ideas by Mike™, Mike Milligan, CFP®, breaks down the third step in his one-of-a-kind financial planning processes, investment management. Mike explains the importance of setting specific goals and developing strategies to …

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Tips for Strengthening Your Retirement Income Strategy (Ep. 6)

Tips for Strengthening Your Retirement Income Strategy (Ep. 6)

Paychecks do not need to stop in retirement… With the right financial plan, it’s entirely possible to keep those “paychecks” coming, even after you stop working. This week on Ideas by Mike™, Mike Milligan, CFP®, dives into the second critical element of the Ideas by Mike™ one-of-a-kind financial planning process, retirement income. Highlighting personal experiences …

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This is Tax Planning (Ep. 5)

This is Tax Planning (Ep. 5)

Did you know that over 56% of Americans now feel they pay more than their fair share in taxes? This frustration is only growing.  So, let’s dive into how you can approach tax planning to keep more of your hard-earned money! Join Mike Milligan, CFP®, as he unpacks the history of taxes in the United …

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This is Our Ideal Client (Ep. 3)

This is Our Ideal Client (Ep. 3)

Having a financial plan could help bring your dreams to life! But no ordinary plan will do. You need one as unique as you are. Join Mike Milligan, CFP® to hear about how he and his firm, Ideas by Mike™ approach the world of financial planning. Mike shares his experiences crafting custom financial strategies for …

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