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Mr. Stillman's Opus

Mr. Stillman's Opus

By: John Stillman
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Financial and retirement guidance from John Stillman, founder of Rosewood Wealth Management. Serving Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle. Make sure your finances are designed to deliver you a harmonious retirement.Copyright John Stillman Economics Personal Finance Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Should You Roll Over Your 401(k)?
    Mar 20 2026

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    When you leave a job, one of the biggest financial questions you face is what to do with your old 401(k). Should you roll it into an IRA? Leave it where it is? Or move it somewhere else entirely? The answer isn’t always obvious, and like most financial decisions, the right move depends on your unique situation. Today, John walks through the real-world considerations behind a 401(k) rollover and helps simplify a decision that often gets overcomplicated.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    🔄 Rollover Benefits and Flexibility

    📋 Conditions for Rolling Over 401(k) to an IRA

    💵 Comparing Costs and Administrative Fees

    🧭 Planning and Investment Strategies

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    6 mins
  • Is a Swimming Pool a Bad Investment?
    Mar 6 2026

    Ready to grow your wealth with confidence? Let’s talk! 👉 https://www.rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/schedule-an-appointment

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    You’ve probably had this conversation. The family wants a pool, but you’re wondering if it makes financial sense.

    But here’s the bigger question: does every dollar you spend have to be an “investment?” In this episode, John unpacks the difference between financial ROI and life ROI. Because sometimes the value of something isn’t measured in resale price, it’s measured in memories, convenience, and the kind of home environment you want to create.

    Connect with us:

    Web: https://rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/

    Phone: 919-391-3446

    Schedule a Meeting: http://meetwithjohn.com

    Check us out on YouTube: https://bit.ly/46RaLvL

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    7 mins
  • Inherited a House — Are the Taxes Really That Bad?
    Feb 20 2026

    Ready to grow your wealth with confidence? Let’s talk! 👉 https://www.rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/schedule-an-appointment

    ☎️ 919-391-3446

    When a parent dies, it’s not just the photo albums and memories that get unpacked. The house usually comes with it. And that’s where feelings and finances start bumping into each other. John tackles a listener question about whether selling an inherited home really triggers some monster tax bill, or if that worry’s been blown a little out of proportion.

    But more importantly, he highlights why communication matters just as much as calculation. When everyone understands the rules — and talks openly about goals and concerns — decisions stop being driven by fear and start being guided by clarity.

    Here’s what we discuss in this episode:

    🏠 Inherited Home Concerns: Tax fears and stalled decisions

    🗣 Family Communication: Conversations before emotions rise

    📊 Property Value Growth: Step-up basis and appraisal timing

    👨‍👩‍👧 Multiple Heirs: Buyouts, tension, and coordination

    Connect with us:

    Web: https://rosewoodwealthmanagement.com/

    Phone: 919-391-3446

    Schedule a Meeting: http://meetwithjohn.com

    Check us out on YouTube: https://bit.ly/46RaLvL

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    10 mins
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