In Episode 12 of the Financial Independence Now podcast, host Randy Luebke, discusses the topic of annuities, clearing up many common misunderstandings surrounding them. He compares annuities to familiar financial instruments like Social Security and company pensions, emphasizing their importance of considering the use of annuities in retirement pl…

In this episode of Financial Independence Now, host Randy Luebke dives into one of the most crucial yet challenging aspects of financial planning – budgeting. Randy introduces a practical strategy to simplify the process, the "false scarcity" method and categorizing expenses into essentials and lifestyle. Listen in as Randy breaks down essential ex…

In this episode of The Financial Independence Now podcast we debunk several common myths and misinformation surrounding Roth conversions. We call this “Roth Math” and most people don’t understand it. Discover the essential considerations that you need to understand because they will significantly impact your decision to convert your traditional IRA…

In this episode, Randy Luebke, president and founder of Lifetime Paradigm, takes you through the four sequential steps to achieve financial independence. Randy breaks down each step and highlights why people often fail to reach financial independence when they skip these essential stages. The key to success lies in following the step-by-step proces…

In this episode of the Financial Independence Now podcast, Randy Luebke introduces the concept of The 4 Essential Elements as part of The 4x4 Financial Independence Plan sm. The 4x4 Financial Independence Plan sm is comprised of 4 Essential Elements and 4 Sequential Steps. The 4 Essential Elements include: Retirement Planning, Asset Protection, Est…

In this episode, we unravel a powerful truth: Discipline alone isn't enough to sustain you on the path to achieving your most cherished goals. Discipline can get you started, but in the long run, you are going to need more than discipline to see you through to the end when you are trying to achieve almost any worthy goal. In this episode of The Fin…

In this episode, we dive into the often-misunderstood world of financial advisors, and the distinction between fiduciary and non-fiduciary advisors. In this eye-opening presentation, we will help you to understand the very important differences between these two groups, and why recognizing those differences is so very important to you. We will prov…

Do you remember back in high school when you were taught that all matter in the universe exists in only three different states: solid, liquid, or as a gas. Also, while all matter must exist in one of the states, matter can only exist in one state at a time. Meaning, it’s either a solid, liquid, or a gas, but it can never be in more than one. Did yo…

In this episode of the Financial Independence Now podcast, Randy explores the concept of attaining financial independence by teaching you how to turn one penny into millions of dollars in just one month. He'll take you on a journey through “The Penny Story”, which explains how a penny that doubles every day for just one month can be worth over $5 m…

Are you searching for the perfect investment that will pave your way to financial independence? In this latest episode of Financial Independence Now, host Randy Luebke introduces you to the elusive "perfect investment." Topics Discussed: 1. The 5 qualities of the perfect investment 2. Compromises in all investment options Bank checking account inve…

Discover the secrets to becoming Financially Independent; “When the assets you have provide the income you need to live the life you want, and work is no longer a requirement, it’s an option. Join host, Randy Luebke, in this exciting episode of the Financial Independence Now Podcast as he shares his top 3 favorite investments Topics Discussed: Inve…

This is the inaugural episode of "Financial Independence Now", and it is a “must-listen”. In this episode, Randy Luebke discusses the keys to achieving financial independence, something he calls Retirement 2.0. You see, retirement today is very different than it was for your parents or grandparents. Their retirement plan, or Retirement 1.0, general…

Enemies of the State is a book club podcast featuring a rotating cast of comics critics. This month we’re talking about Ripples by Hagiwara Rei, published in 2020 by Glacier Bay Books. Ripples focuses on the murky space between life and death, and the cyclical human emotional landscape of grief.By Sequential State & Your Chicken Enemy

ENEMIES OF THE STATE is a monthly book club podcast featuring a rotating cast of comics critics. After a long hiatus, this month we’re talking about My Solo Exchange Diary by Nagata Kabi, published in 2018-9 by Seven Seas Manga. Nagata Kabi is the author of a series of autobiographical manga that started with the very successful release of MY LESBI…