{"podcast":{"title":"Metcalf Money Moment the Podcast","slug":"metcalf-money-moment-the-podcast-7170754","podcast_index_feed_id":7170754,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/metcalf-money-moment/","website_url":"https://metcalf-money-moment.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/a1610ea5-8537-4785-b26a-83238eb64f3a/9Aof_JEhIIkTkhbjN-03B1xu.jpg","author":"Jeb Graham, Ethan Hutcheson, & Eric Wymore","episode_count":38,"summary":"Unlock financial clarity, confidence, and peace of mind with Metcalf Money Moment – the Podcast. Whether you’re preparing for retirement, navigating a business exit, or building generational wealth, our expert insights provide the clarity and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals. Hosted by Jeb Graham, Ethan Hutcheson, and Eric Wymore—seasoned financial professionals with a deep passion for empowering clients—this podcast brings decades of combined experience in wealth management, retirement planning, estate strategies, and investment advisory services. Each host brings a unique perspective and expertise, ensuring well-rounded and insightful discussions that address the diverse needs of our audience. Every episode explores key topics to empower your financial journey. Discover practical strategies for building generational wealth, planning for retirement, safeguarding your legacy with estate planning, and optimizing savings through tax strategies tailored to high-net-worth individuals. Gain insights on investment approaches for volatile markets, entrepreneurial advice for Kansas City business owners, and guidance on major life events like marriage, home buying, and inh…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-08T16:19:44.427130+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metcalf-money-moment-the-podcast-7170754"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 15 - Executive Edge: Understanding Elite Employee Benefits","slug":"ep-15-executive-edge-understanding-elite-employee-benefits","published_at":"2025-07-30T07:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metcalf-money-moment-the-podcast-7170754/ep-15-executive-edge-understanding-elite-employee-benefits","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/metcalf-money-moment-the-podcast-7170754","url":"https://metcalf-money-moment.captivate.fm/episode/ep-15-executive-edge-understanding-elite-employee-benefits","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a1403965-3ec2-41e2-a171-973866e72ecb.mp3","summary":"Ever wondered how top-tier professionals leverage their compensation to build lasting wealth? In this engaging episode of Metcalf Money Moment, hosts Jeb, Ethan, and Eric share decades of expertise to demystify elite employee benefits. They explore powerful tools such as deferred compensation, ESOPs, stock options, and HSAs, offering clear and practical strategies to help corporate executives and high earners optimize their financial plans. Whether you’re aiming to minimize taxes or grow your retirement savings, this episode delivers insights to inspire confidence and clarity on your wealth-building journey. IN THIS EPISODE:  (00:00) Opening (01:08) Let’s focus on executive benefits: corporate executive compensation packages (01:49) Discussion on deferred compensation plans, stock options, 401K and benefits  (08:15) ESOP plans, highlighting their role in wealth accumulation for employees at privately held companies (13:28) Differences between restricted stock units (RSUs) and stock options, employee stock purchase (18:34) 401K contribution limits and the benefits of mega backdoor Roth conversions (26:18) Discussion of HSAs, emphasizing their triple tax-exempt status  KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Deferred compensation plans enable corporate executives to defer their salary, thereby reducing current tax liability and allowing for strategic planning for future income in lower tax brackets. ESOP plans in privately held companies build significant wealth for employees, offering tax-deferred growth and vesting benefits tied to company performance. HSAs offer triple tax-exempt benefits, allowing tax-deductible contributions, tax-deferred growth, and tax-free withdrawals for qualified medical expenses, making them ideal for long-term savings. RESOURCES: Metcalf Partners…","meta_description":"Ever wondered how top-tier professionals leverage their compensation to build lasting wealth? 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