Listen Now

Most people have at least one kind of debt, whether that be a credit card, loan, or mortgage. The question is, how should you pay them off? In the final part of the three-part mini-series, Jim Bishop speaks with Steve Bishopp, a financial advisor at SJI Financial Services, about managing debt. They review the different types of debt, how to manage each type, and the optimal order to pay them off. Jim and Steve dive into the loaded question of investments versus debt and provide options for different types of financial plans. Steve and Jim discuss:  The three types of debt Why credit cards are the worst type of debt How depreciation impacts your debt Putting money into investments versus paying off your debt And More Resources:  Episode 11 – Understanding Cash Flow, Part 1  Episode 12 – Understanding Cash Flow: Budgeting, Part 2 Connect With Steve Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 Connect With Jim Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 or (800) 754-6133 Linkedin   Jim Bishopp Website   SJI Financial Services YouTube   SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice     Facebook SJI Financial Services  Spotify     The Money Study     Apple       The Money Study      About Our Guest:  Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.   CN 1905978_1123 Get in touch with us: Website         https://www.sji.us.com Email             questions@sji.us.com Call                 520-326-6133 YouTube       https://www.youtube.com/SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice Facebook     https://www.facebook.com/SJIFinancialServices LinkedIn       linkedin.com/company/sji-financial-services-inc Spotify          https://open.spotify.com/show/1QFnrPhz4zrZg6bvWJ0mhu Apple            https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-money-study/id1543046602  

There are a couple of different IRAs that most people can contribute to. What do you do when you can’t make a contribution to them? In this episode, Jim Bishop is joined by Rhonda Murphy, a financial advisor with SJI Financial Services. Rhonda dives into the process behind a backdoor IRA conversion and how to leverage them within your retirement account. Rhonda Murphy discusses:  The different types of IRAs and what a backdoor IRA conversion is Who would benefit from the backdoor IRA conversion process How to make contributions and take distributions out of a retirement account The impact of already having an IRA And More Connect With Rhonda Murphy: Email Call: (505) 324-0600 Connect With Jim Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 or (800) 754-6133 Linkedin   Jim Bishopp Website   SJI Financial Services YouTube   SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice     Facebook SJI Financial Services  Spotify     The Money Study     Apple       The Money Study      About Our Guest:  Rhonda Murphy started working for SJI Financial in 2003. She worked her way up from secretary to office manager and became registered in 2013 as a Financial Representative and now runs the Farmington Branch office for SJI Financial Services. She is responsible for, among other things, the Voya retirement plan participants at San Juan Regional Medical Center. Rhonda joined the Navy to see the world, or at least Navy bases. She attended the School for Data System Technicians (which means she can repair computers). She graduated from Pima Community College Paralegal Associates w/Honors – 2003. Disclosure: Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.   Neither Voya Financial Advisors nor its representatives offer tax or legal advice. Please consult with your tax or legal advisors regarding your individual situation. Please note that converting from a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA is an irrevocable decision. CN 1836611_1023 Get in touch with us: Website         https://www.sji.us.com Email             questions@sji.us.com Call                 520-326-6133 YouTube       https://www.youtube.com/SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice Facebook     https://www.facebook.com/SJIFinancialServices LinkedIn       linkedin.com/company/sji-financial-services-inc Spotify          https://open.spotify.com/show/1QFnrPhz4zrZg6bvWJ0mhu Apple            https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-money-study/id1543046602  

Budgeting is the process of creating a plan for how you will spend your money. A budget helps you keep track of your spending and ensures that your savings are on track for the future. In part two of this three-part mini-series, Jim Bishopp speaks with Steve Bishopp, financial advisor at SJI Financial Services, about the importance of budgeting, which includes keeping track of your money, managing where it is spent, and learning how to make wiser spending decisions. Jim and Steve Bishopp discuss:  Bucketing your money for the purpose of spending into three or four categories  What the buckets of money represent  The importance of a savings account How a sinking fund can help pay off a debt And More Connect With Steve Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 Connect With Jim Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 or (800) 754-6133 Linkedin   Jim Bishopp Website   SJI Financial Services YouTube   SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice     Facebook SJI Financial Services  Spotify     The Money Study     Apple       The Money Study      About Our Guest:  Steve Bishopp has over 25 years of experience in financial planning. He graduated from NAU in 1993 with a BA in general studies, a minor in economics and a theme in education. He joined SJI right out of college with Jim Bishopp, founder and president and also brother, recruited Steve to come to the firm. Steve became an Investment Advisor Representative with Voya Financial Advisors in 2008. He works with employees of higher education, first responders and several doctors’ offices. He focuses on comprehensive financial planning including but not limited to retirement planning, asset allocation, and insurance analysis. He also has extensive knowledge of state retirement plans, optional retirement plans, tax sheltered annuities, traditional and Roth IRA‘s, various compensation plans, and 401(k) plans. Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.  CN1758838_0823 Get in touch with us: Website         https://www.sji.us.com Email             questions@sji.us.com Call                 520-326-6133 YouTube       https://www.youtube.com/SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice Facebook     https://www.facebook.com/SJIFinancialServices LinkedIn       linkedin.com/company/sji-financial-services-inc Spotify          https://open.spotify.com/show/1QFnrPhz4zrZg6bvWJ0mhu Apple            https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-money-study/id1543046602

In the first of a three-part mini-series, Jim Bishopp speaks with returning guest Steve Bishopp, a financial advisor at SJI Financial Services, about the importance of understanding your spending, having optimal control over your finances, and how knowing where your money is going will help make your life easier.  Jim and Steve Bishopp discuss:  A great starting point when looking for opportunities to cut down on recurring expenses you may not be utilizing Resources and tools for understanding and examining your monthly expenses Understanding the difference between a need and want with your significant other  What an opportunity cost is and why it’s important And more Connect With Steve Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 Connect With Jim Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 or (800) 754-6133 Linkedin   Jim Bishopp Website    SJI Financial Services YouTube   SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice     Facebook SJI Financial Services  Spotify     The Money Study     Apple       The Money Study      About Our Guest:  Steve Bishopp has over 25 years of experience in financial planning. He graduated from NAU in 1993 with a BA in general studies, a minor in economics and a theme in education. He joined SJI right out of college with Jim Bishopp, founder and president and also brother, recruited Steve to come to the firm. Steve became an Investment Advisor Representative with Voya Financial Advisors in 2008. He works with employees of higher education, first responders and several doctors’ offices. He focuses on comprehensive financial planning including but not limited to retirement planning, asset allocation, and insurance analysis. He also has extensive knowledge of state retirement plans, optional retirement plans, tax sheltered annuities, traditional and Roth IRA‘s, various compensation plans, and 401(k) plans. Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.   CN# 1753701_0823

As investors, by now we all know the media sells you what you want to hear, but will it benefit your future or leave you with consequences you never imagined? In the fourth episode of the investment basics series, Jim Bishopp goes into detail about the consequences on a variety of investment influences or media noises around us, such as traditional and mainstream media outlets, social media,and societal trends, and why it’s so important to be educated on the investment decisions you make for your future.  Jim Bishopp discusses:  How media influences your investment decisions What headline risk is What happened to clients who’ve been influenced by media  How negative opinions on media has a psychological influence on investors And More Resources:  Episode 9: Investment Basics: Staying the Course When the Market Turns Against You – Part Three Investment Basics Part Three: Youtube Connect With Jim Bishopp: Email Call (520) 326-6133 or (800) 754-6133 Linkedin   Jim Bishopp Website   SJI Financial Services YouTube   SJI Financial Services – The Educated Choice     Facebook SJI Financial Services  Spotify     The Money Study     Apple       The Money Study      Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results. CN1707822_0723

We’ve all had that sinking sensation when the market goes against you, but what can we do to reassure ourselves and assess that our position is ready for anything the market throws at us? In the third episode of the investment basics series, Jim Bishopp explains the idea of staying on course when the market turns against you, along with the importance of truly understanding your risk reward tolerance and market volatility.  Jim Bishopp discusses:  How to handle and understand market volatility Why it’s important to trust your financial model when investing in the market How you can protect against market volatility How to determine your risk reward tolerance And more Resources:  Episode 8: Investment Basics: The Science of Diversification – Part Two Investment Basics Part Two: YouTube  Connect With Jim Bishopp: Email Jim Bishopp Call at: (520) 326-6133 or (800) 754-6133 Connect on Linkedin SJI Financial Services Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.   Investments are not guaranteed and are subject to investment risk including the possible loss of principle. The investment return and principal value of the security will fluctuate so that when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original investment. Generally, the greater an investment’s possible reward over time, the greater its level of price volatility, or risk.  CN1699217_0723

What is diversification and why is it important?  In the second episode of the investment basics series, Jim Bishopp discusses the idea of managing risk through diversification. He walks you through the components of developing a risk model, market influences, investment characteristics, and risk management!  In this episode you will learn:  Why the timeframe for investments are important How different investments have different characteristics How to evaluate whether an investment is right for you How your advisor figures out to mix different assets in a portfolio or asset allocation  And more!   Tune in to find out how you can help manage risk through diversification today!  Resources: SJI Financial Services | Email Jim Bishopp | Call us at (520) 326-6133 | Jim Bishopp on LinkedIn | Investment Basics Part One| https://youtu.be/zvUCXVc9T7E  Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.   Using diversification/asset allocation as part of your investment strategy neither assures nor guarantees better performance and cannot protect against loss in declining markets. CN1619893_0523

A lot of people want to save for retirement but don’t completely understand the “how” of investing in their savings.  In the first episode of the investment basics series, Jim Bishopp addresses common questions about the risks in your investments by sharing client experiences as well as useful information and facts you may not have come across.  In this episode you will learn:  Three common factors that may influence how much risk an individual can take Where a public service worker might be comfortable taking on more risk, and on what accounts What happens when you don’t want to lose money when taking risks Is risk an “all or nothing” proposition How to figure out your risk tolerance And more!   Listen in to find about risk/reward and how it may impact your financial future. Resources: SJI Financial Services | Email Jim Bishopp: (520) 326-6133 | Jim Bishopp |  Investment Basics  Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment  advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC)  SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance [e.g. monetary  instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.                                                                                                           Investments are not guaranteed and are subject to investment risk including the possible loss of principal. The investment return and principal value of the security will fluctuate so that when redeemed, may be worth more or less than the original investment. Generally, the greater an investment’s possible reward over time, the greater its level of price volatility, or risk. CN – 1616178_0523

Thinking about doing finances yourself? — You may want to reconsider!  In this episode, Jim Bishopp is joined again by his brother and financial advisor, Steve Bishopp of SJI Financial Services. Together, they share the importance of hiring a financial advisor, how they guide their clients, and explore the consequences of taking care of your finances!  In this episode, you will learn:  What a day looks for Jim and Steve Bishopp as advisors  How they source through information to deliver data and guidance that is most beneficial for you  How much time they spend on portfolio construction Why is it important for advisors to focus on specific areas And more!  Tune in to find out why you may need a financial advisor today!  Resources: SJI Financial Services | Email Jim Bishopp: (520) 326-6133 | Jim Bishopp  Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC) SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance  [e.g. monetary instruments, investment indexes, or international markets] are not intended to be forward-looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.  CN1550623_0323

You’re never too young to start estate planning especially in the public safety sector!  In this episode, Jim Bishopp speaks with guests Nolan Reidhead, founder and estate planning attorney of Reidhead Law Group, and Nate Webber, fire captain at the Tucson Fire Department. Together they discuss the importance of estate planning within the public safety sector and share real-life experiences as to why an estate plan is genuinely important for you!  In this episode, you will learn:  Estate planning benefits for union and public safety workers The importance of estate planning for young adults in public safety How guardianship works in estate planning And more!  Tune in to learn about the importance of estate planning in the public safety sector today!  Resources: SJI Financial Services | Email Jim Bishopp: (520) 326-6133 | Jim Bishopp | Nolan Reidhead  | Tuscan Fire Department CN1563458_0323 Investment Advisor representative and registered representative of, and securities and investment advisory services offered through Voya Financial Advisors, Inc (member SIPC) SJI Financial Services is not a subsidiary of nor controlled by Voya Financial Advisors. The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speaker and may not necessarily reflect those held by Voya Financial Advisors. Comments concerning the past performance  [e.g. monetary instruments, investment indexes or international markets] are not intended to be forward looking and should not be viewed as an indication of future results.  Nolan Reidhead and Reidhead Law Group are not affiliated with Voya Financial Advisors. Nate Webber and the Tuscon Fire Department are not affiliated with Voya Financial Advisors. Neither Voya Financial Advisors nor its representatives offer tax or legal advise. Please consult with your tax and legal advisors regarding your individual situation.

What is estate planning and why is it so important? In this episode, Jim Bishopp speaks with estate planning attorney and founder of Reidhead Law Group, Nolan Reidhead. Together they explore the fundamentals of estate planning, how they work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for your estate, and share valuable information that you … Continue reading Episode 4 – The Fundamentals of Estate Planning — With Guest Nolan Reidhead →

Many public sector workers feel undervalued, unpaid and misunderstood — but many times they don’t realize the benefits or resources they have available to them!  On this episode of the Money Study podcast Jim Bishopp is joined by his brother and financial advisor, Steve Bishopp from SJI Financial Services. They discuss the main benefits of … Continue reading Episode 3 – The Benefits of Working for a Public Employer — With Guest Steve Bishopp →

There hasn’t been a better time to reach out to a financial advisor than NOW In this episode, Jim Bishopp guides you through his client onboarding process. He shares how communication between new clients and advisors take place, who his ideal clients are, and the steps he takes to help you achieve success with your … Continue reading Episode 2 – Becoming a Client With SJI Financial →

SJI Financial Services presents to you The Money Study Podcast with Jim Bishopp In this inaugural episode, Jim Bishopp introduces himself, his business, and what he can do to help you reach your financial goals. He shares his passion and drive for the financial services and dives deep into who he is as a person.  … Continue reading Episode 1 – Meet Jim Bishopp, The President of SJI Financial Services →