91. Lessons from a Financial Advisor with Rick Salmeron

In this insightful episode of the "Joyful Money" podcast, we are joined by accomplished financial advisor Rick Salmeron, who shares timeless lessons from his 33+ years of experience in the financial world. Rick's approach to wealth-building is rooted in practical habits and steady strategies that anyone can implement to secure their financial future.

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Focus on What You Can Control: Rick emphasizes the importance of concentrating on habits and actions within your control, rather than being swayed by external events like elections or market fluctuations.
Positive Financial Influences: Learn how the company you keep and the media you consume can significantly impact your financial habits and decisions.
Trusted Guidance: Rick advocates working with a reliable financial advisor who can help you navigate the complexities of investing and saving, guiding you efficiently towards your financial goals.
The Power of Early Saving: Discover the benefits of starting to save and invest early, harnessing the power of compound growth to build wealth over time.

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Rick's Background and Philosophy: With over three decades as an independent financial advisor in Dallas, Rick has dedicated his career to helping people make wise decisions to grow their wealth. He believes that while money is essential, it should not control your emotions or dictate your life.
Building Financial Security: Rick outlines the steps to create a strong financial foundation, starting with an emergency fund and moving towards long-term investments. He stresses that habits around spending, saving, and investing are crucial determinants of financial success.
Staying Steady Amid External Events: Rick advises against making hasty financial decisions based on uncontrollable factors like interest rates or political events. Instead, he champions a steady, risk-appropriate strategy that focuses on consistent saving and investment practices.
Developing Positive Money Habits: Your environment, associations, and media consumption play a critical role in shaping your financial behavior. Rick shares how small, positive changes in habits can lead to significant financial growth over time.

Rick Salmeron CFP®, is Dallas-Based CEO of Salmeron Financial, an independent financial advisor (clients coast-to-coast!).
Since 1990, Rick's been guiding individuals, families, and business owners to help them put their hard-earned income and money on the right path – their path, not someone else's – so they can focus on life's real treasures - like more quality time with family, focusing on growing your business, or even retiring early (who wouldn't want any of that?).

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