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For 30 years, Money Matters hosts Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have answered thousands of questions from callers just like you. This is the perfect podcast for high-net-worth investors with questions like:
-Should I do Roth conversions?
-Are there tax strategies I should be using?
-Do I have the proper estate plan?
-Is my portfolio allocation diverse enough?
-Will I retire on time?
Take Money Matters with you each week. Download the show wherever you get your podcasts.
For 30 years, Money Matters hosts Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have answered thousands of questions from callers just like you. This is the perfect podcast for high-net-worth investors with questions like:
-Should I do Roth conversions?
-Are there tax strategies I should be using?
-Do I have the proper estate plan?
-Is my portfolio allocation diverse enough?
-Will I retire on time?
Take Money Matters with you each week. Download the show wherever you get your podcasts.
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Oct 3, 2026
Oct 3, 2026
45 min
Can you truly "Die with Zero" when you’ve built a multi-million-dollar portfolio? On this episode of Money Matters, Scott and Pat dive into real-world retirement scenarios covering aggressive tax strategies, spend-down plans, and smart estate transfers.
In this episode, Scott and Pat cover:
The "Die with Zero" Strategy: A 49-year-old entrepreneur with $5.5M in savings wants to know how to safely spend down assets without jeopardizing long-term security.
Solo 401(k)s & Roth Conversions: Navigating tax-efficient withdrawals alongside non-qualified brokerage assets and ongoing business income.
The Short-Term Rental Tax Trap: Can buying an Airbnb offset Roth conversions via bonus depreciation?
Estate Planning & 529 Strategies: Partner Advisor Mark Shone joins to discuss IRA distributions, tax-efficient legacy planning, and funding 529 plans for grandchildren.
Join Money Matters: Get your most pressing financial questions answered by Allworth's co-founders Scott Hanson and Pat McClain. Call 833-99-WORTH. Or ask a question by clicking here. You can also be on the air by emailing Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Oct 3, 2026
45 min

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