https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/roots-of-wealth--7241992enBusinessCopyright Nick Shararahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a99d737c1732a7e343dd7d1836ef1ccf.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/roots-of-wealth--7241992Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:01:59 +0000Nick ShararaNick Shararafeeds@spreaker.comJoin Stephen and Quentin Chastain, a father-son team of seasoned financial professionals, as they share practical insights, real stories, and expert strategies for building a secure financial future. With deep roots in Northwest Arkansas, their...false76159a86-1a4f-55c1-ba44-451f5f11a1f2episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-healthcare-heist--75940319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75940319Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:00:02 +0000Nick ShararaAre record stock market highs making you uneasy about your financial future? Discover how uncertainty, emotional readiness, and hidden risks in retirement planning often outweigh simple investment choices. The Southern Oaks team explores the...3170falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-year-tax-strategy--75826672https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75826672Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:00:03 +0000Nick ShararaWhat happens when your paycheck stops, but costs just keep climbing? This episode explores the hidden threats facing retirees, from relentless inflation and rising taxes to the unpredictable influence of Washington and Wall Street. Steve and Quentin...3171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-questions-about-retirement--75669567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75669567Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:00:03 +0000Nick Sharara"Is your retirement plan built on myths or math?" Discover why the 'magic million' may not be the answer—and what really keeps retirees up at night. Steve and Quentin Chastain dig into the hidden factors that shape your future, from income gaps to...3181falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-new-retirement-reality--75669577https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75669577Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:03:00 +0000Nick Sharara3171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/four-questions-about-retirement--75191642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75191642Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0000Nick Sharara“Why are retirees with kids more confident about their futures than those without?” In this thought-provoking episode, we explore surprising statistics and untold challenges at the heart of retirement planning—like rising costs, long-term care, and...3182falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-401k-is-not-a-plan--74906031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74906031Sat, 05 Sep 2026 13:00:03 +0000Nick ShararaWhat does true retirement security look like in today’s ever-changing world? Many say you need a million dollars to retire, but the real answers lie deeper—beyond any magic number. Join Steve and Quentin Chastain as they dig into the myths, the moving...3171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-your-check-up-evaluating-your-financial-health--74476419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74476419Sat, 22 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000Nick ShararaYou visit your doctor every year for your annual check-up to stay healthy and to be aware of any potential issues when it comes to your health. Why should your financial health be any different? That only multiplies in importance once you get in...3181falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retirement-checklist--74476123Axios/Ipsos poll, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only 33 percent of Americans have a written financial plan. This means nearly 70 percent of us don’t have a written strategy for our money. But there are some simple steps you can take to gauge your preparedness for retirement … it’s as easy as checking off the boxes on our retirement checklist.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74476123Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:27:21 +0000Nick Shararahttps://www.ipsos.com/en-us/axios-ipsos-retirement-survey, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only...Axios/Ipsos poll, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only 33 percent of Americans have a written financial plan. This means nearly 70 percent of us don’t have a written strategy for our money. But there are some simple steps you can take to gauge your preparedness for retirement … it’s as easy as checking off the boxes on our retirement checklist.]]>3171falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-marathon-of-her-life-helping-secure-a-woman-s-financial-future--73571238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73571238Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:14:51 +0000Nick ShararaMany people think of retirement as a destination — you work hard, you save, you arrive. But for millions of women, retirement isn't a destination. It's a marathon that could run 30, even 35 years — and the plan many of them have might not last that long.3121falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/retirement-checklist--73571131Axios/Ipsos poll, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only 33 percent of Americans have a written financial plan. This means nearly 70 percent of us don’t have a written strategy for our money. But there are some simple steps you can take to gauge your preparedness for retirement … it’s as easy as checking off the boxes on our retirement checklist.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73571131Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:11:42 +0000Nick Shararahttps://www.ipsos.com/en-us/axios-ipsos-retirement-survey, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only...Axios/Ipsos poll, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only 33 percent of Americans have a written financial plan. This means nearly 70 percent of us don’t have a written strategy for our money. But there are some simple steps you can take to gauge your preparedness for retirement … it’s as easy as checking off the boxes on our retirement checklist.]]>3131falsefull