Episodes

  • Quarterly Perspectives Q4 2025
    Jan 8 2026

    At the end of each quarter, we sit down with the Doug Walters, Chief Investment Officer here at Strategic to recap the quarter and discuss preparing for the next. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    17 mins
  • #36 - Doug Walters - Gold
    Dec 11 2025

    Doug Walters serves as the senior investment professional at Strategic and head of our planning group. He is responsible for setting strategy and providing industry-leading solutions to help our clients achieve their unique goals. #retirementplanning #financialplanning #investmentstrategies #riskmanagement For more info on Doug please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/doug-walters/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglasswalters/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    13 mins
  • #35 - Nick Accordino - Giving Tuesday
    Nov 26 2025

    Nick Accordino is a Lead Advisor at Strategic Financial Services. Nick is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™.

    For more info on Nick please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/nick-accordino/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-accordino-cfp%C2%AE-81a3641b/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    14 mins
  • #34 - Greg Mattacola - Unreasonable Hospitality
    Nov 13 2025

    Greg Mattacola is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. Greg is a former attorney, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and an Accredited Behavioral Finance Professional℠. For more info on Greg please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/greg-mattacola/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmattacola/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    17 mins
  • #33 - Doug Walters - What fees are you paying?
    Oct 30 2025

    Doug Walters serves as the senior investment professional at Strategic and head of our planning group. He is responsible for setting strategy and providing industry-leading solutions to help our clients achieve their unique goals. #retirementplanning #financialplanning #investmentstrategies #riskmanagement

    For more info on Doug please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/doug-walters/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglasswalters/

    This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    15 mins
  • Quarterly Perspectives Q3 2025 - Life By Design Podcast
    Oct 21 2025

    t the end of each quarter, we sit down with the Doug Walters, Chief Investment Officer here at Strategic to recap the quarter and discuss preparing for the next. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    14 mins
  • #32 - Melissa Fernalld - Life & Money After a Death
    Oct 16 2025

    Melissa Fernalld CFP®, CDFA® is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. For more info on Melissa please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/melissa-fernalld/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-fernalld-cfp%C2%AE-cdfa%C2%AE-56885b26/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    15 mins
  • #31 - Laura Powers - LGBTQ+ Retirement Planning
    Oct 9 2025

    Laura Powers ChFC® is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. For more info on Laura please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/laura-powers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapowers1/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.

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    15 mins