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Camden Roots to Financial Growth: Shakirrah Clarke Gunther’s Inspiring Journey

Welcome back to Don’t Retire… Graduate! In today’s Diary of a Financial Advisor entry, we dive into the journey of a dedicated financial professional who rose from humble beginnings to making impactful strides in the financial services industry. Joining us on the podcast is Shakirrah Clarke Gunther, a Client Service Associate at BFG Financial Advisors.

Tax-Smart Planned Giving Strategies with Stevenson University

https://youtu.be/JRz1gZyH8b0 Are you looking to maximize your philanthropy while minimizing your tax burden? Join Eric D. Brotman, CFP®, CAP®, Manny Essien, CFP®, and Chris Vaughan, Vice President of Stevenson University, for an insightful discussion on powerful, tax-smart strategies. Discover how you can make a meaningful impact by supporting organizations like Stevenson University, while reducing your

How to Buy a House Without a Buyer’s Agent with Nick Aufenkamp

Welcome back to Don’t Retire… Graduate! In today’s episode, I’m excited to dive deep into the world of real estate with our special guest, Nick Aufenkamp. Nick is a real estate agent who’s embarked on a unique path, teaching homebuyers how to navigate the buying process without a buyer’s agent, aiming to save them significant

Empowering Client Success: Kirby Ososki on the Heart of Financial Services

Welcome back to another Diary of a Financial Advisor segment of Don’t Retire… Graduate! . Our special guest is Kirby Ososki, a remarkable individual with 18 years of experience in the financial industry, currently working at BFG—not as a financial advisor, but as a Registered Client Service Associate. Kirby brings a distinct perspective to our

The Road to Inclusive Planning: DJ Jeyaram on Trusts and Special Needs

Welcome back to Don’t Retire… Graduate! On today’s episode, we’re returning to a topic we began discussed earlier in the season: planning for families with special needs. I am thrilled to be joined by DJ Jeyaram, a dedicated attorney whose personal journey into this field was profoundly influenced by his own family’s experiences. DJ shifted

Navigating Maryland’s Tax Landscape: Updates and Potential Changes

Join BFG Financial Advisors and HWK Law Group for an impactful webinar on Maryland’s evolving tax landscape and how potential changes in 2025 and beyond could impact residents across our state. Hosted by Eric Brotman, CFP® and Nicole Hewitt, Esq. this session will explore key tax topics, including: Income Tax Landscape – What adjustments may

Finding Purpose in Finance: Akram Ibrahim’s Journey with BFG

Welcome back to another Diary of a Financial Advisor segment of “Don’t Retire… Graduate!” Joining Eric today is Akram Ibrahim, who brings a unique perspective to his role as the firm’s lead trader.   His journey at BFG didn’t start from a calculated career plan but rather from a serendipitous encounter at a career fair

Wealth-Building Secrets for HENRYs (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)

Welcome back to Don’t Retire… Graduate! In today’s episode, we’re focusing on a specific group of people: HENRYs, or High Earners, Not Rich Yet. Joining us on the podcast today is Jude Wilson, Chief Financial Strategist at Centrist Financial Strategies. With over 25 years of experience, he specializes in retirement income planning and tax reduction

Don’t Just Retire! Graduate to a Richer Life

Eric Brotman was a guest on the Buried in Work podcast with Adam Zuckerman to share his perspective on reimagining retirement as a vibrant new chapter in life. In this episode, Eric and Adam explore the paradigm shift of viewing retirement not as an end, but as a beginning—much like a graduation. Eric shares his

From Graduation to Retirement: Andrew Harrell’s Journey as a Financial Advisor

Welcome to another episode of “Don’t Retire… Graduate!” where I, Eric Brotman, explore the unique journeys of financial advisors and how they help others achieve financial independence. In today’s Diary of a Financial Advisor segment, I had the pleasure of speaking with Andrew Harrell, a dedicated financial advisor at BFG Financial Advisors. Andrew shares his