Accumulating Wealth with Hunter Satterfield
Cain Watters
This special series is an introduction to the key concepts and foundations around wealth accumulation. Guests include CWA Founder Darrell Cain, Financial Planner Tom Sanders and Tectonic Advisors CEO Haag Sherman. Submit questions to Hunter at cainwatters.com/wealthpodcast.
- 24 minutes 15 secondsEp. 264: The How Much Episode
Are you on track with your savings? How much money do you really need? The guys are diving into the necessary amounts for 401(k) savings, life insurance and emergency savings to give you a framework to build your financial plan around.
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16 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 23 minutes 46 secondsEp. 263: 2026 Risks & Rewards
How does a tennis star's prowess offer surprising parallels to market behavior? The guys are exploring potential global economic risks for the coming year, including industrial renaissance growth, inflation risks and a burst of the AI bubble. No matter what the year brings, it's crucial that your financial plan fits your risk profile and long-term goals.
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9 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 24 minutes 56 secondsEp. 262: The Hows & Whys of 529s
Wondering what's the best way to save for college? The answer may be more than simply compound interest. Hunter and Judson are diving into 529 plans, their advantages over traditional savings methods and how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is changing these plans.
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2 December 2025, 1:00 pm - 22 minutes 42 secondsEp. 261: Give, Save, Spend
It's never too early to start practicing sound financial habits, even if you're still using a piggy bank to store your allowance made entirely of coins. Author Clint Greenleaf joins this episode to share his approach to teaching financial literacy to young minds through his published book and community outreach.
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25 November 2025, 1:00 pm - 16 minutes 28 secondsEp. 260: RIP Penny, Hello IRS Limits
The U.S. Mint has nixed the penny, but you can still save more of yours in with the IRS increased savings contribution limits for 401(k)s, IRAs and more. The guys are here to review these new 2026 limits and discuss emerging mortgage trends, like the 50-year mortgage and portable mortgages, and the implications of the penny's end.
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18 November 2025, 1:00 pm - 22 minutes 14 secondsEp. 259: Marry the Project, Date the Rate
Is now the right time to start on that construction project, given the recent rate cuts? The guys dive into the current lending environment with guests from Live Oak Bank, discussing how SBA loans can be the gateway to expanding your business in today's market. Plus, learn how SBA loans can provide benefits where traditional loans may fall short.
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11 November 2025, 1:00 pm - 27 minutes 10 secondsEp. 258: Take Advantage of the Cut
The Fed announced a 25-basis-point cut, the second of the year. Where does that leave mortgage refinancing and the likelihood of another cut before year-end? Two guests join this episode to discuss how to take advantage of lower refinancing rates to add flexibility to your spending and what the next few months may hold. Plus, the guys have an exciting announcement to share.
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4 November 2025, 1:00 pm - 24 minutes 23 secondsEp. 257: What's Your Safe Withdrawal Rate?
Planning for retirement doesn't solely rely on the amount of money saved. Safe withdrawal rates and asset classes play a significant role in making your funds last in retirement. A guest joins this episode to discuss calculating your unique safe withdrawal rate and the importance of asset diversification in post-retirement planning.
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28 October 2025, 12:00 pm - 22 minutes 43 secondsEp. 256: Year-End Tax Playbook
As year-end approaches, the key to successful tax planning is understanding your financial landscape and taking advantage of the opportunities available. A guest joins this episode to review deferral amounts, utilizing the Augusta Rule, strategic timing of equipment purchases and more. Plus, they review the new tax law changes that impact tax planning into next year.
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21 October 2025, 12:00 pm - 25 minutes 10 secondsEp. 255: Turning Time Into Wealth
Ready to boost your tax savings in 2026? Unpack the hot-off-the-press 2026 IRS tax updates, spotlighting new inflation-adjusted standard deductions and tax bracket thresholds to sharpen your planning strategy. Hunter and Judson also take it back to the basics to decode the 1:1, 2:1, and 3:1 savings-to-earnings ratios to show how starting early can supercharge your retirement goals.
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14 October 2025, 12:00 pm - 21 minutes 11 secondsEp. 254: Five Tax Savings Environments
Should your tax saving strategies stay the same with the new tax law changes? The guys are going back to the basics with the five savings environments, diving into where the best places to put your money are, depending on your unique plan. Tax diversification is crucial to your financial plan, so when the unexpected happens, your financial planner can adjust accordingly to maximize your savings.
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