Plan With The Tax Man
Financial, tax and retirement planning guidance from Tony Mauro. Tony is the original Tax Doctor, serving central Iowa. We’ll teach you how to properly plan for retirement, minimize your tax burden and attain a successful financial future.
Financial, tax and retirement planning guidance from Tony Mauro. Tony is the original Tax Doctor, serving central Iowa. We’ll teach you how to properly plan for retirement, minimize your tax burden and attain a successful financial future.
Episodes
Nov 26, 2025
Nov 26, 2025
12 min
From the Macy’s parade to carving the turkey, Thanksgiving traditions can teach us a lot about what makes a great financial plan. Let’s match some of the most loved parts of the holiday with the money lessons they represent.
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Nov 13, 2025
5 Financial Advisor Red Flags You Can’t Ignore
Nov 13, 2025
Nov 13, 2025
12 min
How do you know if your financial advisor is a bad fit for you? What about an advisor that you’re thinking about working with? What red flags should you be looking out for?
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Call: 844-707-7381
Oct 9, 2025
Oct 9, 2025
13 min
Here on the show, we often talk about what it’s like to become a client. But what about what it's like to be a client of a financial advisor? Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at what it looks like to be a client at Tax Doctor Inc.
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Sep 25, 2025
Trust This, Go Broke
Sep 25, 2025
Sep 25, 2025
24 min
We all know there are things in life you probably shouldn’t trust — like gas station sushi or an email from a Nigerian prince. But the same principle applies in retirement planning. Sometimes what looks safe, easy, or even “guaranteed” isn’t so trustworthy when you peel back the layers.
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Sep 11, 2025
5 Signs You’re Richer Than You Think
Sep 11, 2025
Sep 11, 2025
13 min
Most people don’t feel wealthy. But what if your day-to-day habits are quietly building serious financial strength? A recent article from Kiplinger outlined five surprising signs that you might be richer than you think. And none of them involve yachts or private jets… Let’s analyze the habits that signal real, lasting wealth and what to do if you are (or aren’t) on the right track.
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Call: 844-707-7381
Aug 28, 2025
Back To School Retirement Planning Quiz
Aug 28, 2025
Aug 28, 2025
13 min
The kids may be heading back to class, but it’s not a bad time for adults to hit the books too, especially when it comes to retirement. So, let’s test your knowledge with a quick financial pop quiz and see how ready you really are.
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Call: 844-707-7381
Aug 14, 2025
Who Benefits From The Big Beautiful Bill?
Aug 14, 2025
Aug 14, 2025
11 min
The new tax bill just passed, but will it actually help you? Let’s look at who stands to benefit, strategic moves to consider now while the rules are fresh, and answer a few true or false questions about the law.
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Call: 844-707-7381
Jul 31, 2025
Jul 31, 2025
21 min
A new tax bill has officially passed (you’ve probably heard it mentioned as the “Big Beautiful Bill”). And while most headlines are focused on politics, we’re focused on what it means for your retirement. The choices you make in the next year or two could have a significant impact on how much you keep and how much goes to Uncle Sam.
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Call: 844-707-7381
Jul 3, 2025
Jul 3, 2025
13 min
The 4% rule gets talked about like gospel in retirement planning. But let’s be honest, it’s always been more of a rough guess than a golden rule. Now, its original creator is revising it to 4.7%. So, does that mean your retirement paycheck just got a raise, or is this just another headline that oversimplifies a complex decision?
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Call: 844-707-7381
Jun 19, 2025
Jun 19, 2025
12 min
Target-date funds just passed $4 trillion in assets. They’re now the default investment in many 401(k)s, and millions of Americans are using them without really understanding how they work. So, are they a smart choice… or just the easiest one?
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