Laurie Spampinato: Balance and Preparing for the Unexpected

Laurie Spampinato shares her experience of rebuilding her life and managing her finances after the tragedy of 9/11 with hosts Charlie Massimo and Peter Anastasian. She discusses the importance of being financially prepared and having a plan in place, as well as the role of women in managing wealth. Laurie emphasizes the need for open communication and involvement in financial matters, regardless of gender. She also highlights the importance of prioritizing goals and making smart financial decisions to ensure a stable future. In this conversation, Laurie discusses the importance of trusted support and the need for women to be involved in financial planning. She shares her experience of losing her husband and the challenges she faced as a widow. Laurie emphasizes the value of having a trusted advisor and the importance of preparing for the unexpected. She also talks about her changing priorities as her children have grown up and the need to balance saving for the future with enjoying the present.

Takeaways

• Be financially prepared and have a plan in place for unexpected events.
• Open communication and involvement in financial matters are crucial.
• Prioritize goals and make smart financial decisions for a stable future.
• Trusted support is crucial for individuals who have lost a spouse unexpectedly.
• Having a trusted advisor, such as a fiduciary, can provide guidance and help make informed financial decisions.
• Everyone should be actively involved in financial planning and have open conversations with their partners about their financial goals and priorities.
• Preparing for the unexpected, such as the loss of a spouse or divorce, is essential for financial security.
• Balancing saving for the future with enjoying the present is a challenge that many individuals face.

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