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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PODCAST: November 22, 2025
On the November 22, 2025 episode of The Roy Matlock, Jr. Money and Business Hour, Roy explains how to build a calm, repeatable financial plan even when the market is at all-time highs. He walks through risk buckets, tax buckets, time vs. timing, and dollar-cost averaging so you can stop guessing, st...
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...
PODCAST: November 15, 2025
Ready to turn one house into multiple income streams? Roy talks with PadSplit President Cliff Johnson and advisor Jake Robinson about co-living, weekly rent collection, risk management, and converting STRs to steadier cash flow. Plus: a preview of the Nov 20 Rocket Town summit in Nashville.
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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...
PODCAST: November 8, 2025
In this episode, Roy tackles a big question: What do wealthy people do that most folks don’t? He starts with mindset and a written plan—your “Financial GPS” of Goal, Plan, Schedule—then shows how to automate saving, maximize retirement accounts, and diversify across cash, bonds, stocks, and annuitie...
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...
PODCAST: November 1, 2025 – Pay Yourself First, Forever
The Roy Matlock, Jr. Money and Business Hour — Air date: November 1, 2025.We’re building “do-nothing money”—assets that pay you whether you work or not—using Roy’s Financial GPS: Goal • Plan • Schedule. You’ll see how to automate saving (pay yourself first), dollar-cost average through ups and downs...
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...
