How to Handle Inheritances the Right Way
Every single week, one of our clients passes away. It's not morbid—it's reality. The Great Wealth Transfer is here, and it's massive.
Baby boomers and the Silent Generation will pass down an estimated $68 to $84 trillion in assets over the next few decades. That includes investments, real estate, r...
Building Your Financial Foundation
Starting a family or navigating your twenties and thirties is an exciting time—but it's also when the most costly financial mistakes happen. After 40 years of helping people fix their finances, I've seen the same pattern over and over: the decisions you make early in life can cost you between $50,00...
Mastering the Money Mindset: 10 Wealth-Building Habits the Rich Use
After 41 years in the financial business and working with over 40,000 clients, I've developed what I call "carnival vision"—I can walk into someone's home and within minutes tell you their financial situation based on what they spend money on. New car in a modest neighborhood? Probably broke with de...
The Blueprint for Financial Freedom: Quick Tips to Fix Your Finances
After nearly 40 years of helping people take control of their money, I've learned that financial success isn't complicated—it just requires following a proven system. Today, I'm sharing the complete blueprint that has helped thousands of families eliminate money stress and build lasting wealth.
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From Zero to $100K: Your Getting Started Financial Game Plan
Whether you're in your twenties and thirties just starting your financial journey, or you're looking to get back on track with less than $100,000 in savings, this guide will walk you through the essential steps to build lasting financial security. With the right plan and automation, reaching your fi...
The Retirement Red Zone: 7 Steps to a Confident Retirement Game Plan
As you approach the last five to ten working years, the rules change. You’re switching from the “growth at all costs” phase to preserve, position, and pay yourself. That final stretch is what Roy Matlock Jr. calls the Retirement Red Zone — close to the goal line, where a few smart decisions can carr...
Start Smart, Finish Strong: Your Lifetime Financial Blueprint
Financial independence isn't achieved overnight—it's built through intentional decisions at every stage of life. Whether you're just starting your career, raising a family, or approaching retirement, having a clear roadmap can transform your financial future. This comprehensive guide walks you throu...
Build Your Financial GPS: Turn Goals Into a Plan and a Schedule
Define where you want to go (your goal), map the route (your plan), and put it on the calendar (your schedule). Then automate as much as possible so the plan keeps moving—rain or shine.
Your Financial GPS: Goal → Plan → Schedule
Think “GPS” for money: Decide your destination, outline the steps, an...
21 Ways to Protect and Grow Your Wealth — Building a Financial Plan That Lasts
You’ve worked hard to earn your money—now it’s time to make it work for you. In this episode of the Roy Matlock Jr. Money and Business Hour, Roy breaks down 21 practical ways to protect your income, grow your assets, and create long-term financial security. From insurance to investing to estate plan...
Stop Losing Money – Fix Common Mistakes and Build a Rock-Solid Financial Plan
Every investor wants to build wealth—but too many lose thousands along the way by making simple, avoidable mistakes. In this episode of the Roy Matlock Jr. Money and Business Hour, Roy explains the top financial missteps people make, why they cost between $50,000 and $500,000, and how to fix them be...
