Advisor Revelations
DPL’s popular podcast series for financial advisors featuring growth strategies and best practices shared through engaging conversation and storytelling. Gain insights from your peers in the industry, DPL’s team, David Lau, and other thought leaders driving innovation to improve outcomes for clients and grow RIA practices. *This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions. All opinions expressed are their own and may not reflect those at their firm.
Episodes
In this episode, DPL Founder and CEO, David Lau, talks with Daniel Crosby, Chief Behavioral Officer at Orion Advisor Solutions. They discuss the psychological drivers behind investor behavior, common mental pitfalls that can lead to costly mistakes, and the practical framework advisors can use to build resilient client portfolios. From Orion's popular Protect, Live, Dream platform to the four meta-biases that influence people's dec...
Episode Summary
In this episode of Advisor Revelations, Amy Arnett, VP of Insurance Solutions at DPL Financial Partners, talks with Angel Melgoza, Director of Financial Planning at Your Financial Pharmacist, about asset and income protection. They cover the importance of disability income insurance in financial planning, the ideal client for such coverage, the rule of thumb on disability income insurance, and how to address potentia...
This week, Willie Jones, Sales Desk Manager, and Ashley Hammond, Consultant at DPL, discuss how financial advisors can help clients bridge the Social Security income gap using annuities. They explore strategies for maximizing retirement income, managing risk, and using qualified funds to get clients guaranteed income for life. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
This week, DPL's Regional Vice President, Jackson Bradley, and Sales Desk Manager, Willie Jones, talk about the misconceptions about annuities, specifically lifetime income. They discuss how annuities can be a powerful retirement tool and how advisors can leverage these products to create a personal pension for their clients and provide much-needed peace of mind in retirement. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-reve...
This week, DPL's CEO David Lau talks with Matt Regan, President & CEO at Wealthcare. They discuss how Wealthcare’s powerful planning software, investment solutions, and hands-on support help advisors make the leap to independence and scale their businesses. He also offers valuable insights into emerging industry trends and how advisors can grow more efficiently in a competitive landscape. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/ser...
In this episode, DPL Consultants Joel Melchior and Jeffrey Oberg explore the world of Registered Index-Linked Annuities (RILAs). They discuss how RILAs work, how they compare to other financial products, and where they fit within a client's portfolio. Jeffrey also talks about the risks and benefits of RILAs and why they are the fastest-growing segment of the annuity market. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelat...
In this episode of Advisor Revelations, Blake Phillips, Regional VP of Member Success at DPL, talks with DPL Internal Consultant Tyler Caummisar about MYGA ladders and why they are becoming a go-to strategy for advisors looking to optimize their clients' portfolios. From comparing MYGAs to traditional instruments like CDs and treasuries to understanding how laddering can diversify assets and mitigate interest rate risk, Tyler discu...
In this episode, DPL Consultants Logan Cheatham and Joel Melchior talk about the new age of annuities. They discuss how annuities have evolved from high-cost, illiquid, and complex products to streamlined, low-cost, and transparent solutions that align better with modern client goals. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
In this episode, DPL Consultants Nate Johnson and Matt Robinson talk about spending trends and risk management in retirement. They highlight the complex nature of retirement planning due to individual needs and risk tolerances and discuss how the fragile decade, inflation, and longevity influence retirement plans. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
In this episode, DPL's Regional Vice President of Member Success, Kameron McRay, and Consultant, Logan Cheatham, discuss how financial advisors can utilize annuities more effectively in 2025. They discuss why commission-free annuities are gaining traction as a supplement or alternative to traditional fixed-income solutions, how to de-risk portfolios effectively, and the annuity products that generate efficient retirement income. Le...
In this episode, DPL's Regional Vice President of Member Success, Jackson Bradley, and Internal Consultant, Matt Robinson, talk about guaranteed lifetime income and long-term care solutions. They explore the difference between annuitization and lifetime income, tax treatments of lifetime income withdrawals, and long-term care enhancements. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
In this episode, DPL's Regional Vice President of Member Success, Blake Phillips, and RIA Consultant, Willie Jones, talk about annuities and their role in modern retirement planning. From understanding the history and purpose of annuities to exploring innovative fee-based solutions, Blake and Willie demystify common misconceptions and highlight how annuities can offer flexibility, principal protection, and guaranteed retirement inc...
In this episode, Ross McGoodwin talks with John Watson, Internal Sales Consultant at DPL, about Roth IRA and tax-free lifetime income strategies. They discuss how these strategies generate guaranteed lifetime income and provide clients with financial stability and emotional assurance. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
This week, Amy Arnett talks with Bret Riddle, Senior Advanced Design Analyst at Pacific Life. They discuss maximizing the federal estate tax exemption, current legislation, and how high-net-worth individuals can take advantage of temporary doubled exemptions before the Sunset Rule in 2026. They also explore advanced planning tools like spousal lifetime access trusts (SLAT) and the role of life insurance in wealth transfer. Learn mo...
This week, Ross McGoodwin talks with Jack Csenge, Wealth Advisor at Csenge Advisory Group. They discuss the challenges advisors and clients face when dealing with complex annuity portfolios. Jack shares how DPL has revolutionized the process, offering a more streamlined and efficient approach. They also explore the benefits of using annuities as a component of a comprehensive financial plan, including increased equity exposure and ...
This week, DPL Regional Vice President Jackson Bradley talks with Kim Miranda, Chief Operating Officer, and Kayla Van Dyke, Client Service Manager at Bellwether Wealth. Kim and Kayla share their experience transitioning from a broker-dealer to an independent RIA, the challenges they encountered, and the benefits of using DPL's Breakaway Accelerator Program. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
This week, David Lau talks with Natalie Wolfsen, CEO of Orion Advisor Solutions. They discuss the evolving landscape of financial advice, the importance of providing technology solutions to financial advisors, and how Orion is committed to creating a comprehensive wealth management ecosystem. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/advisor-revelations-podcast.
In this episode of Advisor Revelation, Jackson Bradley talks with Tyler Caummisar, an Internal Consultant at DPL, about protected growth, crediting strategies for advisors, and how to protect client wealth. They discuss why clients seek protection in their portfolios and highlight how Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities (MIGAs), Fixed Index Annuities (FIAs), and Registered Index-Linked Annuities (RILAs) protect and benefit clients. Lea...
This week, David Lau talks with Jack Sharry, EVP and Chief Growth Officer at LifeYield, about the importance of tax management in retirement planning. They discuss how advisors can deliver alpha and tax-efficient investing and withdrawals for their clients. Jack also shares how LifeYield helps advisors optimize asset location, minimize taxes, and create retirement income strategies. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/series/adviso...
In this episode, Logan Cheatham talks with John Watson, Internal Sales Consultant at DPL Financial Partners, about how retirees can secure a stable retirement income. They discuss the current state of the economy, the retirement status for most people in America, and the 4% rule. They also explore why advisors should look to insurance carriers to manage risk rather than manage it themselves. Learn more at https://www.dplfp.com/seri...
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