Smart Tax Talk with John Blanchard
Smart Tax Talk with John Blanchard
John Blanchard
Is Your “Dead Money” Costing You?
28 minutes Posted Oct 20, 2026 at 8:00 am.
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Is “dead money” quietly working against your financial strategy?

 John Blanchard explores how cash, investments, and retirement accounts can be structured with liquidity, taxes, and long-term goals in mind. He also discusses the risks of emotional investing, why “buying the dip” isn’t always straightforward, and how future taxable income may matter more than predicting future tax rates. Plus, hear why understanding the tax treatment of your income and investments can play an important role in building a comprehensive financial plan.

 

 

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