
Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans
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Ep 43What is the Difference Between the Market and the Economy?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the difference between the market and the economy and how COVID-19 has affected them both.
Ep 42Investment Strategies for Retirement During COVID-19.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how Madrona's bundle of service differs from other financial advisors. Brian also talks about how COVID-19 has affected investment strategies that could affect your retirement.
Ep 41How Could the COVID-19 Pandemic Compare to Previous Recessions.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how the upcoming presidential election could further affect the downed economy. Brian also talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic compares to previous recessions.
Ep 40What Types of Investments Could Be Right for You During COVID-19.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how taxes are often overlooked by financial providers and how Madrona differentiates itself by being able to answer your tax questions. Brian also talks about safe investment alternatives and when they could be appropriate for you.
Ep 39Should You Adjust Your Investment Expectations Because of COVID-19?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how COVID-19's impact on the economy compares to previous recessions and how you should set your expectations for your investments.
Ep 38How You Should Choose Your Financial Advisor for Retirement.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about companies asking their employees to take voluntary layoffs and how it could affect your retirement.
Ep 37How COVID-19 Forced Companies to Alter Their Business Model and What That Could Mean For Your Investments.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how companies have to adapt their business model to survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Brians also talks about the effect of the pandemic on corporations and their stocks.
Ep 36How Quickly Could the Economy Recover From COVID-19?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how Madrona has adapted to the new business environment to better serve its clients. Brian also talks about how long it could take for the economy and market to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ep 35When You Have To and When You Should File a Tax Return.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about he and his clients are getting business done while working remote and how it has benefited Madrona's clients. Brian also talks about tax strategies about filing tax returns and how that could affect your COVID-19 stimulus check.
Ep 34Could Annuities and Other Safe Investment Strategies Benefit Your Portfolio?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how he and his clients are coping with COVID-19. He also talks about types of annuities and other safe investment strategies that could benefit your portfolio.
Ep 33The Black Swan Theory and What That Means for the Stock Market.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how his clients are coping with COVID-19. Brian also talks about how COVID-19 is a 'black swan event' and what that means going forward.
Ep 32How the Bear Market May Affect Your Finances.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how COVID-19 may affect your finances during this bear market.
Ep 31What Is an Annuity and How Could It Benefit My Portfolio?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the different types of annuities and how they could benefit your portfolio.
Ep 30The Benefits of Passive Real Estate.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how investing in passive real estate may benefit your portfolio.
Ep 29How COVID-19 May Continue to Affect the Economy.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the recent drop in the market due to the Coronavirus.
Ep 28Tax Elimination Strategies in Retirement.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the tax implications of the 2020 elections. Brian talks about strategies that could eliminate some of your taxes in retirement for good.
Ep 27How Coronavirus Affecting Overseas Manufacturing Could Affect Our Economy.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the persistence of the Coronavirus and its impact on overseas manufacturing and how that could affect our economy.
Ep 26How the Coronavirus Has Affected the Market so Far?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about how COVID-19 has affected the stock market so far.
Ep 25How the Coronavirus Could Affect Your Investments
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the Coronavirus and if you should be concerned about it affecting your portfolio.
Ep 24Implications of the 2020 Presidential Elections on Investments.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the potential implications on investments that the 2020 presidential election might have. Brian also discusses how risk tolerance should factor into making investment decisions. Brian also talks about how your rental cash flow might not be what you think.
Ep 23Investment Portfolio Options Most Vulnerable to a Market Correction.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian weighs in on the idea that our rapidly advancing technology will result in another recession. Brian also talks about the investment portfolio options that are most vulnerable during a market correction. Brian also invites all CPA's to contact Madrona Financial Services with their clients investment questions to bring the most value to their clients.
Ep 22Could Low Interest Rates Be Bad for Investing?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the Delaware Statutory Trust and how to utilize the step-up in basis. Brian also talks about the low interest rates available on the market and why they might not be a good thing for investors. Brian also talks about how Madrona Financial Services and Bauer Evans CPA's work together to benefit their clients.
Ep 21How the SECURE Act May Affect Your Retirement.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the SECURE Act and how it could affect your retirement. Brian also gives his insights onto why he think we will not have a recession in 2020 and how to capitalize on the situation.
Ep 20Will the Strong Market Continue in the New Year?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian shares his thoughts on why the strong market will continue through 2020. Brian also discusses the importance of stress-testing portfolios and why Madrona Financial Services always implements this defense.
Ep 19Tax-Free Investment Strategies.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about current tax brackets and strategies to maximize the amount of money you keep. Brian also talks about investment options that could eliminate your taxes in retirement. He also discusses the benefits where a Roth IRA could be beneficial and when to consider a Roth conversion.
Ep 18How Can Landlords Protect Themselves?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian new proposals from the Seattle City Council that could impact landlords. This new proposal from the Seattle City Council would prevent landlords from evicting tenants during certain times of the year. Brian gives his thoughts on this and things landlords can do to protect themselves.
Ep 172019 Market Analysis and What to Expect for the Upcoming Year.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian reviews the 2019 market performance. Brian also gives his insights on what to expect over the upcoming year and advice for the future. He also discusses inheritance tax, gift tax, and step-up in basis and how to maximize your tax deferral. Finally, Brian elaborates on the history of the 1031 Exchange and DST's and the projection of their future.
Ep 16Five Habits to Have to Keep Your Wealth.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the fiscal fourth quarter and how to financial prepare for the new year. Brian also reveals five habits that keep his clients wealthy.
Ep 15Safe Investment Alternatives to Bonds.
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about alternative options instead of investing in the biggest asset class in investing, bonds. Brian also talks about the advantages his clients receive because of working with a fiduciary financial advisor over a non-fiduciary.
Ep 14Should You Defer Taxes on Your Retirement Accounts?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about if you should defer your taxes with the upcoming presidential election. Brian also talks tax strategies relating 401k accounts and if you should consider a Roth conversion. Brian also talks about how to pick annuities and what to look for.
Ep 13How to Recession Proof Your Portfolio
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about strategies to consider during the fourth quarter of the year to prepare for 2020. Brian also talks about tactics to recession proof your retirement portfolio. Finally, Brian reveals five habits to retain your wealth.
Ep 12How Do I Know Which Type of Annuity Suits Me Best?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about things to look out for when shopping annuities and scenarios when they may be right for you. Brian also discusses retirement myths and how you can resolve them.
Ep 11Why a Delaware Statutory Trust May Be Right for You
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about Delaware Statutory Trusts and scenarios where you might want to enter a DST. He also talks about what is considered a like-kind property in a Delaware Statutory Trust. Finally, Brian talks about the timeline that must be followed to enter a Delaware Statutory Trust.
Ep 10Tax Strategies for Retirement to Protect Your Wealth
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about current tax brackets and if you should expect an increased tax rate in the future and strategies to protect your wealth. Brian also discussed tax strategies to potentially defer or eliminate taxes when you retire.
Ep 9Should You Be Concerned About Rent Control?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the recent bills in Oregon and California that have passed rent control and if Washington state landlords should be concerned and how you can avoid it. Brian also talks about annuities and if they could be appropriate for you.
Ep 8Stay Rich Investments to Keep Your Wealth
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian discusses investments that could help you keep your fortune and stay ahead of inflation. Brian also reviews the intricacies of a Delaware Statutory Trust such as a step-up in basis and how to potentially take advantage of it.
Ep 7Is There a Way to Recession-Proof Your Portfolio?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian discusses if you should be concerned about an upcoming recession and how to prepare your investments for it. Brian also talks about different property types you can own when you invest in a Delaware Statutory Trust.
Ep 6Do I Need a Professional Financial Plan?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brain talks about the dangers of waiting too long to get a professional financial plan and why it might be a good idea to bring your adult children. Brian also talks about how to protect your assets when you remarry.
Ep 5Does a Popular Bond Market Signify an Upcoming Recession?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the bond market and if it could signify an upcoming recession. He also talks about recent low interest rates and how they can help or hurt investors.

Ep 4Why Passive Real Estate Could Be Right for You
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about the intricacies of completing a 1031 exchange and how you can use it to defer capital gain taxes when selling and buying real estate. Brian also talks about rent control, decreased tenant screening, and mandatory Section 8 housing that is plaguing the west coast and how you can avoid it before it affects you.

Ep 3A Guide to the Market
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian reviews the S&P 500 and talks about historical fluctuations and if you should be concerned about the future. Brian also talks about the upcoming presidential election and how it could affect tax rates and your investments.

Ep 1A Guide To Retirement
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian reviews a guide to retirement and explains how a few changes could help you retire on time. He also talks about the struggles of the new lifestyle that is retirement, and how to find your new identity.

Ep 2What Will Your Retirement Identity Be?
In this episode of Growing Your Wealth with Brian Evans, Brian talks about retirement and adjusting to your new lifestyle to find a meaningful purpose. Brian also discusses upcoming changes to Social Security and how it will affect you. Brian also talks about Seattle City Council and how they might adversely affect active landlords in the Seattle area.