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08/25/2026

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08/22/2026

Modern Wealth Planning, explained like you’re 15. 👀

Modern wealth planning isn’t only reserved for the private jet-setting folks. Modern wealth is for anyone who has outgrown their traditional advisor who only invests your money. So if you own real estate, a business, multiple investment accounts, and/or inherited something; modern wealth management might be for you.

Think of your wealth like a team.
📊 Investments: Where should your money go, and why?
🧾Taxes: How can you keep more of what you’ve built?
🏛️Estate: What happens to your wealth when you’re no longer here to manage it?
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Legacy: What do you want your wealth to do for the next generation?

Modern wealth planning brings all of these pieces together instead of making decisions separately, a fiduciary at takes a comprehensive look at how everything works together.

Because your investment strategy can affect your taxes, your taxes can affect your estate, and your estate can plan out your legacy.

When you’ve outgrown the traditional advisor, it’s time to build out one plan with someone who knows how to do it. That’s Modern Wealth Planning.

Give us a call at (844) PLAN-YDF to schedule your complimentary strategy session. No commitment necessary.

08/17/2026

Most people will spend hours researching a car or a vacation but settle for “an advisor near me” to manage their wealth.

Over the years, I’ve seen smart, successful people fall into the same traps when hiring a financial advisor.

They will:
🚫Trust an advisor by the big name institution they work for.
🚫Hire an “advisor near me”
🚫Keep their current advisor because “they’re great.”

So I wrote The Millionaires Guide to Hiring The Right Financial Advisor to help people understand what actually matters.

✅Looking at your entire picture, beyond investments, to see where tax-smart moves can be made.
✅Acting as a true fiduciary and putting the client’s best interest first, not product commissions.

The biggest misconception didn’t make this list…
Want to know what #1 is?

Follow the link in our bio and we’ll send you the #1 misconception people make when choosing a financial advisor + the free guide to help you make informed decisions about your financial advisor..

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08/14/2026

How can successful families protect their wealth, avoid probate, and create a lasting legacy for future generations? The Private Wealth Podcast has you covered.

In This Episode Vance sits down with Hsiao Law, PC, aka "Harmony Mama Law" to discuss:

✅ Why estate planning is about more than documents
✅ How trusts can help families avoid probate
✅ Common estate planning mistakes affluent families make
✅ Asset protection and wealth preservation strategies
✅ Planning for children, aging parents, and future generations
✅ Business succession planning for entrepreneurs
✅ Healthcare directives and powers of attorney
✅ How to create a meaningful legacy beyond financial assets

Watch the episode here ➡️

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08/10/2026

“I make too much money to contribute to a Roth IRA.”

That’s one of the most expensive misconceptions high earners believe.

While high incomes can prevent direct Roth IRA contributions, they don’t necessarily prevent you from owning a Roth IRA.

There’s a strategy many high earners use that most people never hear about and that small misunderstanding can cost people years of potential tax-free growth.

If you’ve been told you out earn a ROTH IRA, give us a call at (844) PLAN-YDF to get personalized recommendations for tax-smart strategies.

This material is intended for informational/educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Please contact a financial professional for more information specific to your situation.

08/10/2026

If your retirement goals revolve around hitting a specific number goal, you’re probably not going to retire.

Hear us out: A big number doesn't automatically mean you're on track and a smaller number doesn't automatically mean you're behind.

We've met people with $300,000 saved who are in a fantastic position and we've also met people with seven figures who still aren't financially ready to retire.

Why? Because the balance you have on paper is just one piece of the puzzle.

What’s most important is taking a look at the larger picture to understand how much you're saving each year, how much you’re spending, your taxes, your debt, what’s most important to you when you retire, and what type of lifestyle you want to live.

The equation is more important than the dollar sign. The internet loves to tell you what you "should" have saved or what retirement “should” look like but social media and Ai don't know your income, your family, your career path, or the goals you're working toward.

When you’re planning for retirement you shouldn’t be asking
🚫 “Am I ahead or behind everyone else?"
It should be
✅” Am I making the right decisions for where I want to go?"

This isn’t a conversation you can put into Ai, this is the signature benefit of working with a YDF advisor - we do the math so you don’t have to.

Schedule a free call with one of our advisors today to see if our services align with your goals.

(844) PLAN-YDF

08/07/2026

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08/04/2026

Could you manage your family's finances tomorrow if you had to?

If the answer is “I’m not sure,” this is the conversation to have today.

It’s 2026, and women are building successful businesses, leading Fortune 500 companies, and making an impact like never before. In fact, many of the clients we serve at YDF are female founders, entrepreneurs, and executives.

We didn’t initially set out on that mission, but we’re incredibly proud to serve so many accomplished women and host conversations like Women in Wealth that bring women together around financial empowerment.

Here’s something we believe every woman should know: Be part of the financial conversation.

In client meetings, we often hear successful women say they’ve taken a backseat to major financial decisions. Not because they don’t care but because they trust their spouse or partner to handle it. We aren’t asking you to become a financial expert overnight. We’re asking you to stay engaged, ask questions, and understand the decisions that impact your future.

At YDF, we pride ourselves on taking complex financial strategies and translating them into conversations that actually make sense. Because one day, there’s a good chance you’ll be the one making those decisions.

Women typically live longer than men, meaning many wives will eventually become the primary steward of their family’s wealth. Knowing where your assets are, understanding your plan, and having a voice in the process matters.

Here’s the mission-critical conversation to have with your spouse tonight:
✅What do we own?
✅Where is everything located?
✅Who do we call if something happens?

Take your seat at the table. Start your conversation with YDF today by calling us at (844) PLAN-YDF

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08/01/2026

At YDF, our booking process is designed to be simple, personalized, and pressure-free.

Here’s what it looks like:
1️⃣ Book a Discovery Call through our website or call (844)PLAN-YDF to reach a REAL person.
2️⃣ Share your goals, concerns, and current financial picture.
3️⃣ Meet with our team to determine whether a deeper planning relationship makes sense.
4️⃣ Receive tailored next steps based on your unique financial situation.
Whether you're a business owner, executive, or high-net-worth family, our process begins with understanding what matters most to you before recommending any strategy.

No generic advice. No one-size-fits-all solutions. Just a simple process built around your goals, and the legacy you're creating.

If you've been looking for a fiduciary team that leads with understanding, not selling a product, your first step is to book the conversation.

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07/31/2026

We believe that a comprehensive exit plan with tax-smart strategies is the best way to sell or exit a business. You logged the countless late evenings and early mornings to build your business but probably didn’t think of what happens when you’re ready to step down or exit the business.

Without coordinated planning, significant value of your hard-earned revenue can be lost to taxes, inefficient structures, and fragmented advisory oversight.

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Learn how business exit planning and tax strategies help business owners maximize company value, reduce taxes, and preserve long-term wealth.