Tag: Personal Finances

The Mythology of Taxes (Ep. 26)

The Mythology of Taxes (Ep. 26)

Taxes are a necessary but often stressful obligation and it’s understandable why people might have negative thoughts toward them. 

Due to these feelings, there are numerous myths about taxes that persist and are often perpetuated unintentionally.

In this episode of The WIN Podcast, Corey Heimensen shares and gives his view on some of the most common tax myths mentioned in the article “10 Common Tax Myths, Debunked.” Additionally, he sheds light on the importance of paying taxes and the misinformation surrounding it.

Corey discusses:

  • A reflection on the Huma Bird as a symbol of the irony in people’s desire for a solution to tax issues
  • The most common misconceptions and misunderstandings surrounding taxes
  • The importance of making your money work for you and why receiving your tax refund is not a cause for celebration
  • The significance of educating people about money and clarifying their biggest misconceptions
  • Why it’s important for every country that its citizens pay their taxes
  • And more!

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Social Security and the Easy Way Out (Ep. 24)

Social Security and the Easy Way Out (Ep. 24)

Filing for Social Security may be perceived as complicated and confusing as there’s not much guidance about it.

Is it even necessary to file for it?

Due to this confusion, many just take Social Security as soon as they can without considering many aspects. In this episode, Corey Heimensen shares the 6 ways people justify taking it early. Also, he explains why Social Security shouldn’t be an “easy way out” when it comes to our cash flow.

Corey discusses:

  • Why people need to be educated about Social Security early on
  • In what life circumstances people should draw from it
  • The six ways people justify taking it early
  • Why a growing life expectancy requires a serious financial planning
  • How crucial it is to get guidance about our Social Security from experts
  • And more!

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