August 6, 2024 | Episode 127

Investment Fees…the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.

In this episode, Steve Campbell and Travis Maus continue their series on improving net earnings. They discuss the importance of understanding and evaluating investment fees.

They explain the different types of investment fees, including sales commissions, product fees, management fees, transaction fees, and advice fees. They emphasize the need to be aware of the fees you are paying and to determine if they are worth the value you are receiving.

They also highlight the potential savings that can be achieved by reducing investment fees and provide tips for evaluating and negotiating fees with financial professionals.

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About Your Co-Hosts:

Travis Maus has been in financial services for over fifteen years. He is a Senior Wealth Manager and Chief Executive Officer at S.E.E.D. Planning Group

Steve Campbell has over a decade of experience in the industry and serves as Chief Brand Officer at S.E.E.D. Planning Group.

Chapter Markers

0:00 - Introduction

2:02 - Investment Fees Explained

12:11 - Understanding Financial Fees and Commissions

21:04 - Layering of Investment Fees

34:24 - Avoid Wasteful Investment Fees

40:06 - Analyzing Investment Fees for Better Returns