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Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers

DISCLOSURE:Securities and investment advisory services are offered through Madison Avenue Securities, LLC (MAS), member FINRA/SIPC and a Registered Investment Advisor. MAS and Ayers Financial Services are not affiliated entities.

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Resolutions and Listener Mailbag - January 10th, 2026

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2026/01/10

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Financial Resolutions - January 3rd, 2026

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2026/01/03

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Habits of the Quietly Wealthy - December 27, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/12/27

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Christmas Special - December 20, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/12/20

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Think Fast Game - December 13, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/12/13

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Listener Mailbag Questions - 12062025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/12/06

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Thanksgiving Special - November 29, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/11/29

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Active vs Passive Retirement Income - November 22nd,...

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/11/22

Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so you can achieve a fulfilling retirement. It is time to regain your financial sanity.Listen to Financial Sanity

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Financial Literacy - November 15th, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/11/15

Do you think you’d make the grade when it comes to financial literacy? Most Americans between the ages of 50 and 75 scored low marks when it comes to a retirement income literacy quiz, according to The American College of Financial Services. Patrick Ayers goes over interesting ways to improve on your financial literacy score!Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall

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Current Moods Regarding Taxes, Market Volatility and...

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/11/08

A new survey reveals that financial advisors are feeling optimistic about the future, even with concerns about inflation, taxes, and market volatility. This week, Patrick Ayers discusses why confidence is key in retirement planning and how having a solid plan can help you feel more secure despite what the future may hold.Welcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street,

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The Dirty Dozen: Tax Scams to Avoid - November 1st, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/11/01

Today, we’ll be looking at the “Dirty Dozen.” These are some of the tax scams the IRS has flagged for us to avoidWelcome to Financial Sanity with Patrick AyersWith so much financial noise, it's understandable why so many people are going financially insane. Taxes, Social Security, Wall Street, Healthcare...there is so much uncertainty about the modern retirement. Local, independent, reliable...Patrick Ayers, President and CEO of Ayers Financial Services can help provide a clear financial picture so

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Retirement Income Puzzle - October 25, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/10/25

Today we’re talking about something that touches nearly every retiree: Social Security — and specifically, the new cost-of-living adjustment that’s about to be announced.Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information on retirement planning, visit ayersfinancial.com!Looking for specific information about today's topic? Check out our resources page!

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Growing Heath Care Expenses - October 18, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/10/20

New data shows retirees in 2025 are facing massive health care expenses — averaging around $172,500 over their retirement years. Many are not planning for this, and those surprise costs could erode their savings fast. Today’s show explains ways to build a plan that can help protect you — including health, savings, and income — and invites listeners to a free retirement income & healthcare cost analysis.Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information

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Federal Interest Rate Drops and Roth Conversions -...

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/10/11

Big news out of Washington: The Federal Reserve has cut interest rates from 4.25% to 4%-- the first cut in nearly a year. It wasn’t the big drop some were expecting. Patrick Ayers discusses the question that many retirees are asking: "What could this mean for my money?"We also discuss the current state of Roth Conversions and how to be strategic with them.Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information on retirement planning, visit

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Behavioral Finance and You - October 4, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/10/04

You know how we sometimes do things that even we can’t explain? Well, it turns out, this also happens when it comes to our money. Have you ever been so scared of losing money that you didn't take a financial risk? Or maybe you've found yourself buying something just because everyone else is? These are just a couple examples of how our behavior plays a big role in our financial decisions. Patrick Ayers goes over how often do you see behavior or emotions get in the way of decision-making.Listen to

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Tax Savvy Strategies - September 27, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/09/29

Some people spend decades diligently saving for retirement, watching their 401(k)s and IRAs grow. But here's an important question many fail to ask: "How much of that money will I actually get to keep after taxes?" If you have a million dollars in your retirement account, Uncle Sam could be entitled to a significant amount of that—depending on your tax situation.Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information on retirement planning, visit

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Optimizing Social Security - September 20, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/09/22

Many retirees depend heavily on Social Security, aiming to help maximize their returns from this important income source. However, navigating the system's complexities often proves challenging, leaving many to question the best way to optimize the benefits they will receive over their lifetime.Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information on retirement planning, visit ayersfinancial.com!Looking for specific information about today's topic? Check out

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Active vs. Passive - September 13, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/09/15

In the world of investments, two approaches often dominate the conversation: active and passive investing. It's like choosing between a sports car that requires skilled handling or an SUV designed for a smoother, more predictable ride. While money has been flowing increasingly toward passive approaches in recent years, the question remains—which strategy is right for your retirement journey?Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information on retirement

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Protected Income - September 6, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/09/08

We all know it’s important to save for retirement. But how do we preserve what we’ve saved? This is a big deal to most of us, with more than 90 percent of consumers believing it’s important to protect their retirement assets. Listen to Financial Sanity Saturdays at 7:00 and Sundays at 8:00 on WFIR.For more information on retirement planning, visit ayersfinancial.com!Looking for specific information about today's topic? Check out our resources page!

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Retirement Checklist - August 30, 2025

Financial Sanity with Patrick Ayers ·

2025/09/01

According to a new Axios/Ipsos poll, one in five Americans believe they’ll never retire, 62 percent of people who aren't retired yet believe Social Security won't even cover half their expenses and only 33 percent of Americans have a written financial plan. This means nearly 70 percent of us don’t have a written strategy for our money. But there are some simple steps you can take to gauge your preparedness for retirement … it’s as easy as checking off the boxes on our retirement checklist.Listen to

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