Podcast Episode 10: Cash is King. So What?

by Financial Design Studio, Inc. / February 8, 2023
Michelle Smalenberger, CFP, and Trevore Meyer, CFP

Right now, where is the best place to put your money? It’s important to make you are maximizing your money . . . and cash is king. There are more opportunities than you might realize. Michelle and Trevore will break down the different options and how they can serve your financial plan. 

Behind the Designs Ep 10 : Cash is King. So What?

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Key Moments

2:04 – What does “Cash is King” mean?

3:44 – What factors should you consider about cash?

8:24 – Why does liquidity matter?

12:43 – What are opportunities for cash right now?

19:25 – What will the opportunity cost be?

25:59 – Is Cash always King?

Links for This Episode

Learn about savings opportunities with this video!

Revisit the foundation of your finances with episode 6, The Structure to Build Wealth With.

Find I-Bonds at treasurydirect.gov

Read about how we take cash into consideration with our financial planning services.

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Credits for Episode 10

Executive Producer : Anna Lewis

Host : Michelle Smalenberger, CFP

Guest : Trevore Meyer, CFP

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Financial Design Studio, Inc.

We are financial advisors in Deer Park and Barrington, IL. A team with a passion for helping others design a path to financial success — whatever success means for you. Each of our unique insights fit together to create broad expertise, complete roadmaps, and creative solutions. We have seen the power of having a financial plan, and adjusting that plan to life. The result? Freedom from worrying about the future so you can enjoy today.