Category Archives: Centura Wealth Advisory

32. Key Things You Need To Know About Corporate Valuations With Brent Glova

June 16, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBrent Glova, Business Valuations, Centura Wealth Advisory, Derek Myron, Estate Planning, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Mergers and Acquisitions, Valuations, Vantage Point Advisorslivelifeliberated

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For a lot of advisors, attorneys, CPAs, and other professionals, 2020 was one of their busiest years. Now, with hot market conditions and new rules and regulations, 2021 is shaping up to be even busier!

In this episode, Derek Myron is joined by Brent Glova, managing director at Vantage Point Advisors, Inc. They explore the ins and outs of the current valuation landscape for both private and public companies, and share strategies to help you cope with the changing market conditions.

Brent discusses:

The impact of COVID-19 on various valuation methods
Major factors driving the growth of the M&A market and business valuation needs
Tips for efficient and timely estate and gift tax planning to adapt to potential tax changes
Why you should start planning your valuation process as early as possible
And more

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About Our Guest:

Prior to becoming managing director in Vantage Point Advisor’s San Diego office, Brent Glova has been a director and manager with the firm. In his tenure in the valuation field, Mr. Glova has performed business valuations for purchase price allocations, goodwill impairment testing, share based compensation valuations, ESOP transactions, board advisory, shareholder buy-outs, fairness opinions, and for fundraising support. Mr. Glova has served domestic and international clients in an array of industries including: life sciences, technology, real estate and industrials, among others.

31. How Life Insurance Solutions Can be Used as an Alternative to Fixed Income Investments With Christopher Hyman

June 2, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedCentura Wealth Advisory, Christopher Hyman, David Cariani, Fixed Income, Indexed Universal Life Insurance, Investment Management, Liberated Wealth™, Life Insurance, Live Life Liberatedlivelifeliberated

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The interest rate yield on traditional fixed income investments, such as bonds, are at an all-time low. Consequently, there is decreased upside potential and a greater downside risk.

In this episode, David Cariani, CIO, is joined by Christopher Hyman, senior case designer at Centura Wealth Advisory, to discuss how life insurance can be a powerful alternative vehicle for fixed income investments. They also dive into the trifecta of benefits that it provides –– downside protection, high liquidity, and an attractive upside potential relative to investments with a similar risk profile.

David and Christopher discuss:

How major banks have benefited from Bank-Owned Life Insurance (BOLI) investments
Key considerations to keep in mind while selecting a carrier for the life insurance
The eligibility criteria to invest in the Indexed Universal Life (IUL) insurance
Potential issues that can arise while investing in life insurance and ways to deal with them
And more

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About Our Guest:

Chris has been in the financial services industry for over 13 years. As Senior Case Designer, Chris models in-depth customized planning solutions that fit the diverse needs and goals of Centura clients, and also assists in the ongoing stewardship of those plans. Before joining Centura, Chris served as the sole Case Design specialist for an advisory member firm of M Financial Group, where he developed life insurance solutions for high net worth clients, geared toward estate planning, tax efficiency, and executive compensation.

Episode 30 – How Peer Advisory Groups Help You Learn From Fellow Business Leaders –– With Joe Phillips of The BEST CEO Group

May 19, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness, Business Leaders, Business Owners, Centura Wealth Advisory, CEO, Derek Myron, Entrepreneurship, Executives, finance, Finances, financial, Financial Advisors, financial planning, Joe Phillips, Jonathan Freeman, Leadership, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Peer Groups, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxes, The BEST CEO Grouplivelifeliberated

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When business leaders from different industries come together, it can lead to a diverse set of perspectives that challenge you to think differently, and help you make better decisions.

In this episode, Derek Myron is joined by Joe Phillips, founder and chairman of The BEST CEO Group. With nearly 23 years of experience in running businesses all over the world, Joe shares how he coaches and mentors several CEOs to improve their leadership skills and business acumen through his highly exclusive peer advisory group.

You will learn:

What Joe’s three peer groups are all about – and how they serve CEOs and their key employees
How a diverse group of businesses can help you broaden your scope of knowledge
Why sharing your issues with fellow executives can be highly impactful
What differentiates The BEST CEO Group from other peer advisory groups
And more!

Tune in now to learn how you can glean insights from fellow business leaders and enhance your leadership skills!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory: (858) 771-9500 | Derek Myron on LinkedIn | Joe Phillips on LinkedIn | The BEST CEO Group | Contact Joe Phillips at: Joe@thebestceogroup.com

Episode 29 – The Potential Impact of New Tax Proposals on Capital Gains Tax and Estate Planning

May 5, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness, Capital Gains Tax, Centura Wealth Advisory, Derek Myron, Estate Planning, Financial Advisors, financial planning, Gift Tax, Kyle Malmstrom, Liberated Wealth™, Tax Changes, Tax Proposal, Wealth Transferlivelifeliberated

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With the For The 99.5% Act proposal, estate tax and capital gains tax are expected to rise drastically starting in January 2022. Several tax benefits might also be eliminated.

What can you do now to minimize the impact of this act on your estate planning?

Derek Myron and Kyle Malmstrom answer this question in this episode. They discuss what the new tax proposal entails, the implications if it is passed, and things you can do before the 2021 year-end to minimize your estate taxes and ensure maximum wealth transfer to your beneficiaries.

You will learn:

Tax saving opportunities posed by the current, all-time high benefits
Why you should contact a professional and begin estate planning as early as possible
The benefits of IR-2019-189 regulations for your estate and gift taxes
Strategies to build a blueprint for efficient estate planning
And more!

Tune in now to learn how you can prepare yourself to deal with the expected tax changes!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory: (858) 771-9500 | Derek Myron on LinkedIn | Kyle Malmstrom on LinkedIn

Episode 28 – Finding the Right Insurance P&C Coverage for Your Business –– With Pamela Holden of Alliant Insurance Services

April 21, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedAlliant Insurance Services, Business, Business Owners, Business Risks, Centura Wealth Advisory, Entrepreneur, finance, Finances, financial, Financial Advisors, financial planning, Insurance, Jonathan Freeman, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Pamela Holden, Risk, Risk Management, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxeslivelifeliberated

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Insurance is a necessary risk management tool, but many business owners struggle with finding the right coverage, carrier, and riders, to meet their unique business. But when a claim happens, who is on your side to navigate the complex and often misunderstood claims process?

In this episode, Jonathan Freeman is joined by Pamela Holden, Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services. With experience in law, accounting, and insurance, Pamela shares her expert insights on effective risk management strategies to help business owners get the best coverage for their needs.

You will learn:

How failing to focus on small details can cost you millions of dollars
Why you, as a business owner, should talk directly to the underwriters about your insurance needs
Why you should verify that brokers have a variety of subject matter experts on their team
Business risks posed by COVID-19 and ways to deal with them
And more!

Tune in now to discover best practices to minimize your business risk through insurance!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory | Jonathan Freeman on LinkedIn | Pamela Holden on LinkedIn | Contact Pamela: (858) 692-6945 | Email: pam.holden@alliant.com | Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. | Live Life Liberated, Episode 12 – Manage Business Risk with Potential for Financial Upside – With Guest Mark Sims of Captive Alternatives

Episode 27 – ESOPs as a Powerful Exit Planning Tool –– With Roy Farmer of Business Transition Advisors — Part 1

March 24, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness Owners, Centura Wealth Advisory, finance, Finances, financial, financial planning, Jonathan Freeman, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxeslivelifeliberated

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Selling your business to private equity firms might get you the highest sale value. But, it might not be ideal for your employees.

In part one of this two-part series, join Kyle Malmstrom and Roy Farmer, Managing Director at Business Transition Advisors, as they talk about a highly effective tool for exit planning –– Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). They also discuss the key advantages offered by an ESOP and at what point is it the most suitable option for your business exit.

You will learn:

How to ensure that your employees are taken care of after you exit the business
The major tax benefits of an ESOP that could potentially save you millions in federal and state taxes
Ways to maintain control over your business even after you’ve sold 100% of your stock
How the benefits of an ESOP outweigh the costs involved
How ESOPs often end up with a significant competitive advantage due to tax savings
And more!

Tune in now to learn how an ESOP can benefit you, your company, and your employees!

Episode 26 – Looking at the M&A Landscape Through a Legal Lens –– With Paul Johnson of Procopio

March 10, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness Owners, Centura Wealth Advisory, finance, Finances, financial, financial planning, Jonathan Freeman, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxeslivelifeliberated

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Most business owners don’t realize the importance of compliance until they take their business to the market and are bombarded with questions from prospective buyers.

In part three of our M&A series, Derek Myron joins Paul Johnson, partner at Procopio, to discuss the key legal aspects of every M&A deal. Join them as they address the common complications that may arise, from a legal and compliance standpoint, while selling your business. They also provide several tips to help you get everything in order well before the time of the sale.

You will learn:

The expected market trends for 2021 – and various business and legal risks posed by COVID-19
How a potential increase in capital gains taxes might affect your business decision
Reasons to start preparing at least 12 months prior to the sale
How the initial price on a Letter of Intent (LOI) can decrease subject to multiple factors
The importance of consulting a lawyer that specializes in M&A instead of your general counsel
And more!

Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of the legal components of M&A!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory | Derek Myron on LinkedIn | Paul Johnson on LinkedIn | Procopio

Episode 25 – The M&A World: How To Get the Best Value for Your Business –– With Eliot Peters of RA Capital

February 24, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness Owners, Centura Wealth Advisory, finance, Finances, financial, financial planning, Jonathan Freeman, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxeslivelifeliberated

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The sale of a business is probably the most important transaction for every business owner and their family. It’s a life-changing event.

In part two of this M&A series, Derek Myron talks to Eliot Peters, managing director at RA Capital Advisors, to explore the growing opportunities in the M&A space. Considering that interest rates are at an all-time low and there are an increased number of strategic buyers, now might be the best time to get maximum value for your business.

You will learn:

What key macro forces are influencing the M&A landscape
Reasons to not rush into any decisions about selling about your business (and what to do instead)
Ways that the expected tax regime might affect your business sale
How to organize your company to look and feel more professional for buyers
How RA Capital helps family-led businesses enter highly beneficial M&A deals
And more!

Tune in now to discover the increasing opportunities in the M&A world and get several tips on maximizing your business value!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory | Derek Myron on LinkedIn | Eliot Peters on LinkedIn | Email: Epeters@raca.com | RA Capital Advisors

Episode 24 – What Is In Store Under the Biden Administration Tax Regime and How You Can Prepare

February 10, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness Owners, Centura Wealth Advisory, finance, Finances, financial, financial planning, Jonathan Freeman, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxeslivelifeliberated

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Now that we’re through the elections, and the Senate runoff, it’s time to look at the expected tax and estate law changes coming down the line under the new administration.

In this episode, Derek Myron and Kyle Malmstrom discuss some of the major tax changes expected to be announced in the coming years. They dive into various strategies to minimize the impact of the increased income and estate taxes on your finances.

In this episode, you will learn:

The potential implications of the Biden Administration’s proposed income tax reforms
Ways to effectively transfer your wealth to your children with minimal taxes
How the Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT) helps you use your estate tax exemptions more efficiently
Why you must start planning early to benefit from multiple options that might not be available once legislative changes are enacted
How to make the most out of the current low interest rate environment
And more!

Tune in now to learn how you can be proactively prepared for the expected tax changes!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory | Derek Myron | Kyle Malmstrom

Episode 23 – Why You Must Consider Selling Your Business Through the ING Trust Strategy – Part One — With Guest Mark Morris

January 27, 2021Centura Wealth Advisory, Finance, Financial, Financial Planning, UncategorizedBusiness Owners, Centura Wealth Advisory, finance, Finances, financial, financial planning, Jonathan Freeman, Liberated Wealth™, Live Life Liberated, Live Life Liberated Podcast, Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Taxeslivelifeliberated

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Business owners in California: Do you plan to sell your business in the near future?

If so, we have a way for you that can help you minimize taxes – the ING trust. But hurry up, because this option might not be available next year to California residents!

In this episode, Kyle Malmstrom is joined by Mark Morris, Senior Tax Counsel at LevitZacks, to discuss how the ING strategy can help you with your business sale by substantially reducing your state income tax on the sale. They also discuss some other scenarios where this strategy can be equally impactful at the federal level.

In this episode, you will learn:

The major hurdles that the ING strategy helps you overcome
What the new California legislative proposal entails – and its implications, if it’s successfully passed
Why Mark strongly recommends that the sale of the business happens this year for optimal results, but options if it doesn’t
How to take advantage of the ING trust even if you don’t yet have a buyer for your business
And more!

Tune in now to learn how you can make the most out of ING while it lasts!

Resources: Centura Wealth Advisory | LEVITZACKS | Mark Morris | Episode 11 – WINGs, NINGs, DINGs. And Other ThINGs – With Mark Morris of Levitzacks