What does it really mean to be financially ready, and where does insurance fit into that picture?

In this episode, Dr. Sev talks with Tony Steuer, financial fluency advocate and insurance expert, about how to approach insurance decisions with clarity and confidence.

They discuss:

Financial fluency vs. financial literacy
The role of insurance in financial readiness
Term vs. whole life insurance
Red flags in popular insurance marketing strategies
Why liquidity and long-term costs matter
The often-overlooked importance of disability insurance

If you’ve ever felt unsure about insurance or overwhelmed by your options, this episode will help you slow down, ask better questions, and make more intentional decisions.

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Tony's links

Website: www.tonysteuer.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tonysteuer

The Get Ready Money Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-get-ready-money-podcast/id1480046083

YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/tonysteuer

Books:

Get Ready! (Financial document organizer)

Questions and Answers on Life Insurance

Insurance Made Easy

Tony's Bio:

Tony Steuer, CLU, LA, CPFFE is an internationally recognized financial fluency advocate, award-winning author, and host of The Get Ready Money Podcast. As the founder of The Get Ready Movement, Tony is leading a shift in how we think about money—not just as numbers, but as a tool for living a more intentional and empowered life. Through his books, podcast, curated recommendations, and expert insights, Tony helps financial professionals, educators, and individuals ask better questions, foster meaningful money conversations, and take purposeful action. He serves as an advisor to Insurance Nerds and Dingo Technologies.

Tony’s thought leadership has earned recognition as a Finalist in ThinkAdvisor’s LUMINARIES Class of 2022 for Thought Leadership & Education. He has served as a Judge for the Plutus Awards, the MAIA Awards and the 2023 Finder Innovation Awards, and as a longtime member of the California Department of Insurance Curriculum Board. A trusted voice in the media, Tony contributes as an expert content reviewer for Nerdwallet, Bankrate, and Forbes Advisor, and has been featured by ABC’s Seven on Your Side, CNBC, Cheddar TV, The New York Times, Washington Post, Fast Company, Chicago Tribune, and Fox Business News.