Understanding Recession-Proofing and Market Timing (Ep. 22)

Understanding Recession-Proofing and Market Timing (Ep. 22)

Are you ready to revolutionize your financial approach and embrace freedom from confusion?  What if you could navigate your way through financial uncertainty confidently without letting fear dictate your choices? In this episode of No Pricks Allowed from Cactus, Aaron Buchner uncovers the myths and realities of recession-proofing your investments. He addresses market timing, diversified …

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Risk and Reward: Understanding Your Investment Comfort Zone (Ep. 21)

Risk and Reward: Understanding Your Investment Comfort Zone (Ep. 21)

What’s your investing personality? 🌵 Dive into this episode of No Pricks Allowed from Cactus, where Aaron Buchner tackles the ever-prickly topic of investments with relatable humor and practical insights. Skip the jargon and forget the one-size-fits-all advice—Aaron explores how your unique behaviors and reactions to the market should guide your investment decisions, using real-life …

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Is Life Insurance Right for You? (Ep. 20)

Is Life Insurance Right for You? (Ep. 20)

What happens when life insurance becomes less of a chore and more of a strategic benefit? In this episode, Aaron Buchner takes the mystery and confusion out of life insurance. If you’ve ever wondered if life insurance is a must-have or a misused financial tool, this episode is a must-listen. Aaron tackles common misconceptions and …

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Prick-Free Budgeting Part 2: How to Prioritize Your Spending (Ep. 19)

Prick-Free Budgeting Part 2: How to Prioritize Your Spending (Ep. 19)

Are you ready to ditch the financial stress and learn how to have fun while budgeting? In this episode, Aaron Buchner tackles the age-old problem of budgeting. Look out as he sets out on part two of our budgeting series. Aaron digs into practical approaches to creating a budget that empowers you rather than drains …

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Prick-Free Budgeting: Ditch the Stress, Keep the Fun (Ep. 18)

Prick-Free Budgeting: Ditch the Stress, Keep the Fun (Ep. 18)

Are you tired of looking at your finances and feeling more stressed than when you started? What if budgeting didn’t have to be tedious or restrictive? In this episode, Aaron Buchner dives deep into the world of budgeting with a refreshing twist. He tosses out the traditional rulebook and discusses how understanding and prioritizing your …

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The Benefits of Critical Illness Insurance (Ep. 17)

The Benefits of Critical Illness Insurance (Ep. 17)

Why should you consider critical illness insurance as a part of your financial strategy?  In this episode, Aaron Buchner tackles the often-overlooked topic of critical illness insurance. He explains why this form of insurance is not just an ‘extra’ but a crucial part of securing your financial future. His discussion explores the impact of unexpected …

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How Much Are You Paying? Ft. Mark Hansen (Ep. 16)

How Much Are You Paying? Ft. Mark Hansen (Ep. 16)

Ever wondered how much you’re really paying for financial advice and whether it’s worth it? Dive into this episode as we discuss two key ways advisors get paid and how they shape your financial journey. In this episode, Aaron Buchner sits down with Mark Hansen, Financial Advisor, Second Comma, to break down the differences between …

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Avoiding BS Financial Advice (Ep. 15)

Avoiding BS Financial Advice (Ep. 15)

Ever wonder if what you see on social media is all smoke and mirrors, especially when it comes to finance?  In this episode, Aaron Buchner tackles the prevalent myths and ‘BS’ that flood social media about personal finance. He debunks common misconceptions about investment returns and financial planning, emphasizing the importance of personalizing your financial …

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The Story Behind Cactus and Prick Free Financial Advice with Karine Parthenais – Part 2 (Ep. 14)

The Story Behind Cactus and Prick Free Financial Advice with Karine Parthenais – Part 2 (Ep. 14)

How did Cactus and “Prick Free” come to life? In this episode, Aaron Buchner brings back Karine Parthenais from Mellow Brew Marketing for part 2 of their conversation about the creative journey behind their innovative rebranding efforts for Cactus. Together, they delve into the behind-the-scenes magic that birthed the “Prick Free” concept and Cactus’s vibrant …

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The Story Behind Cactus and Prick Free Financial Advice with Karine Parthenais – Part 1 (Ep. 13)

The Story Behind Cactus and Prick Free Financial Advice with Karine Parthenais – Part 1 (Ep. 13)

Ever wondered how a financial advisor can stand out in the crowded financial industry? What if the key to success is being a little more “left field” than expected?  In this episode, Aaron Buchner welcomes his first guest, Karine Parthenais from Mellow Brew Marketing, to pull back the curtain on the bold rebrand of Cactus. …

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