Tag: Financial Advice
Helping Educators Gain Financial Independence with Socorro Houghtaling (Ep. 10)

Helping Educators Gain Financial Independence with Socorro Houghtaling (Ep. 10)

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What hurdles do educators face when planning for retirement? 

Marc Hernandez chats with retired educator Socorro Houghtaling to uncover the financial challenges teachers face. They dive into the secrets of achieving financial freedom and share tips for navigating the complex world of investments and retirement planning. 

This conversation is packed with insights and appealing stories that resonate with educators and anyone planning for the future. Whether you’re just starting your career or nearing retirement, this episode offers valuable advice for your financial journey. 

Episode highlights include:

  • Financial Challenges for Educators: Common obstacles teachers face when saving for the future. (Starts at [00:02:22])
  • How educators often sign up for financial products without adequate guidance (Starts at [00:05:33])
  • Why having a personal financial advisor can be a game-changer (Starts at [00:13:10])
  • Advice for Upcoming Retirees: Insightful tips for educators approaching retirement on optimizing their savings (Starts at [00:24:16])
  • And more!

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About Our Guest: 

Socorro Houghtaling brings 30 years of dedicated service to Brownsville ISD. Holding a degree in Mid-Management, she has served as an Elementary School Principal for 13 years and held various administrative roles for 10 years. Her journey began with 7 years of classroom teaching. Before education, she had 10 years of HR experience with JCPenney and 8 years in retail. Socorro also holds life and health insurance licenses. Active in the community, she is a Pro affiliate with BARSE and serves on the St. Joseph Church finance committee.

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How MAH Financial is Serving the Underserved (Ep. 2)

How MAH Financial is Serving the Underserved (Ep. 2)

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How to build a solid financial future even if we don’t have half a million to invest?

This week, Marc Hernandez and Carlos Lopez talk about their new initiative, ‘Serving the Underserved,’ focused on helping individuals who may not have substantial assets but are eager to learn how to achieve financial independence. 

Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to better understand your financial options, this episode is packed with insights designed to set you on a path to economic stability.

Talking points include: 

  • The importance of early financial planning and budgeting for young professionals
  • Carlos and Marc’s motivation for creating a financial program aimed at helping individuals who don’t have substantial assets to invest
  • How to utilize financial programs like 401(k)s, IRAs, and 403(b)s to build long-term wealth
  • Implementing proactive strategies to manage emotions related to market fluctuations
  • The value of staying in touch with financial advisors for ongoing support
  • And more!

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