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Life After Connelly v. United States: Buy-Sell Agreements
Owners in their 50s, 60s, and early 70s should review buy-sell agreements, key-person coverage, disability planning, and long-term care strategies while everyone remains healthy and insurable.
Joe Simon
1 day ago5 min read


TRUE STORY: Multi-Millionaire Owns 54 Life Insurance Policies?
The wide range of reported policy values has led to speculation that certain holdings could be connected to broader investment or estate-planning strategies.
REST OF THE STORY: From an estate-planning perspective, life insurance remains one of the most efficient tools available.
Joe Simon
2 days ago2 min read


PHYSICAL GOLD & SILVER IRAs: Costly Mistakes
Americans age 55+ seeking safety, diversification, and inflation protection through physical precious metals. If you're considering moving money from a 401(k) or IRA into physical gold or silver, there is one rule you absolutely cannot afford to ignore.
Joe Simon
2 days ago4 min read


HECM Reverse Mortgages
BENEFICIAL MONEY RULE: Have your money do double-duty. Understand the new restructured HECM Reverse Mortgages.
Joe Simon
4 days ago38 min read


Leadership: Misquito Frequency
Leadership expert John Maxwell teaches what he calls the "Law of Intuition," suggesting that experienced leaders develop an ability to sense what's happening around them through accumulated experience, observation, and understanding of people and organizations. Intuition is important. But intuition is only half the equation.
Joe Simon
Sep 94 min read


86,400 - Greatest Living On and Off the Field
The average American's life expectancy is about 79 years, or, 28,854 days. That is 28,854 sunrises. 28,854 opportunities to train, compete, forgive, learn, encourage, worship, love, and grow.
Joe Simon
Sep 83 min read


SUMMER WRAP-UP: Gold, Silver, Pre-33's
Allocating into Pre-1933 U.S. coins merges the defensive strength of physical precious metals with the growth floor of finite American numismatic history.
Joe Simon
Sep 42 min read


2026 LIFE INSURANCE BAROMETER | from Main Street USA
Now life insurance can provide far more than a death benefit. Many policies now offer living benefits, including access to funds for qualifying critical illnesses, chronic health conditions, and other unexpected medical events. The study also found strong consumer interest in policies that include long-term care benefits, helping protect retirement assets should extended care become necessary. Some carriers offer wellness-focused programs, rewarding healthy lifestyles through
Joe Simon
Sep 23 min read


Good News: Confident Retirement Paycheck
According to federal data, the average retired couple spends $84,000 per year. That is not just a budget for survival; it includes discretionary income for the fun stuff like travel, eating out, and pursuing new hobbies. Geography plays a major role in how far that money goes as well.
Joe Simon
Aug 273 min read


“Unholy Trinity” of Life Insurance: When Poor Applications Create Tax Trouble
SUMMARY: A business-owned Life Insurance policy named the owner’s spouse as beneficiary, creating an “unholy trinity.” At death, the proceeds triggered unexpected tax concerns, increased the couple’s taxable estate, and lacked contingent-beneficiary instructions—potentially sending millions through probate. Why is the most important information on a life insurance application often given so little space? Why does the second most important item receive the same limited treatme
Joe Simon
Aug 262 min read


SOCIAL SECURITY? What Every American Needs to Know Right Now
Americans believe the Social Security Trust Fund will be depleted around 2043. The 2026 Social Security Trustees Report projects the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) Trust Fund could be depleted as early as 2032, significantly sooner than many people expected. If Congress fails to act, ongoing payroll tax revenue would only be sufficient to pay approximately 78% of scheduled benefits.
Joe Simon
Aug 244 min read


GREAT2GREATEST LEADERSHIP | Navigating The Shift - A Guide for the 60+ Executive Leader
60+ years old? How do you like change now? Can we agree that we are witnessing an unprecedented shift in corporate America? Rapid consolidations, shifting post-pandemic dynamics, and longer life expectancies are fundamentally altering the organizational landscape.
Joe Simon
Aug 183 min read


Are We O.K.? Living Longer Is a Gift, But Are We Ready for the Cost of Care?
HHS research: 56% of people turning age 65 will need some level of long-term services and supports during their lifetime. Only a small percentage (3%) of Americans own long-term care insurance. Even more concerning, many people still believe Medicare will pay for long-term custodial care. It generally does not.
Joe Simon
Aug 123 min read


Securing Legacy: Physical Gold, Silver, Pre-33 US Coins Making More Sense in Your 60s
Relying solely on traditional paper assets leaves your nest egg vulnerable to market pullbacks, persistent inflation, and geopolitical volatility. Do you have the time needed for recovering?
Joe Simon
Aug 113 min read


Mid-Year Summary: Gold Silver Pre-33 U.S. Coins
Pre-1933 U.S. gold coins occupy a unique position. These coins were minted before the U.S. government ended the domestic gold standard era and remain highly sought after by both investors and collectors. From 7-1-20 thru 7-1-26 when we blend pre-1933 gold and silver U.S. coins together, their combined average return (+190%) beats the S&P 500 total return (+158%) over this most recent 6-year stretch.

Joe Simon
Jul 303 min read


Retirees Want a Retirement Paycheck
This is how to have a retirement paycheck for life.

Joe Simon
Jul 274 min read


Strongest Buying Signal for Gold & Silver in Years?
Nearly 58% of all silver is used in modern technology—including AI, solar panels, semiconductors, and medical devices. This massive industrial demand creates a permanent floor under the market.

Joe Simon
Jul 163 min read


National Bank Holiday vs. Realignment Again in America?
We do not know the exact number of Pre-1933 U.S. gold coin survivors. However, we do know exactly how the remaining 10% or less managed to escape. This is where the opportunity lies.

Joe Simon
Jul 15 min read


LATEST SURVEY: Record Growth in Gold Reserves
For novice investors and collectors of gold, silver, and Pre-1933 U.S. coins, these latest global survey findings offer valuable insights: 1. Growing Demand 2. Stability and Safety 3. Diversification Importance 4. Storage Considerations. For those new to investing or collecting physical gold, silver and Pre-33's, understanding these trends can help you build a resilient and informed approach to the physical gold, silver and Pre-1933 U.S. coins forefront.

Joe Simon
Jun 245 min read


MEN & HEALTH: story about prostate cancer and life insurance issued.
A rising diagnosis rate does not automatically mean aggressive medical intervention. Many of these cases are slow-growing and highly manageable. For select individuals, doctors recommend "active surveillance"—a structured approach that monitors the cancer closely rather than moving directly to treatment.

Joe Simon
Jun 222 min read
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