The Wealth Training Academy

05/18/2026

There’s no shortage of financial advice on the radio, podcasts, YouTube, and social media… but not all of it is designed to truly help you.

In this clip from The Wealth Training Academy’s upcoming radio/podcast episode, Ed shares some of the biggest warning signs listeners should pay attention to when hearing financial advice on the airwaves. Fear-based messaging, “one-size-fits-all” strategies, promises that sound too good to be true, and sales tactics disguised as guidance can quietly cost families years of retirement security.

The truth is, your retirement deserves more than generic advice from someone who doesn’t know your goals, taxes, risk tolerance, or long-term plan.

Listen to the full episode to learn how to filter through the financial noise and make smarter decisions with confidence.

🎧 Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major streaming platforms
📻 Or catch us on 98.9 Saturdays at 1 PM & Sundays at 7 PM

If you’d rather talk directly with a team that puts education first, reach out to The Wealth Training Academy today at 864-297-6125.

05/15/2026

Next Friday, May 22nd, we’re hosting our Shield & Serve Pickleball Fundraiser benefiting Shriners Children’s Hospital, and we’d love to see you there.

Whether you want to play, hang out, grab food and drinks, or just enjoy the afternoon with us at The Pickle Yard, everyone is welcome. (6 indoor courts, courts divided by skill level, no partners necessary, a fun stress-free game play)

We hope you’ll join us for a great cause and a great afternoon!

Sign up to play: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shield-serve-pickleball-fundraiser-for-shriners-childrens-hospital-tickets-1985596761364?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/13/2026

SIGN UP TO PLAY: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shield-serve-pickleball-fundraiser-for-shriners-childrens-hospital-tickets-1985596761364

Next Friday join us to play King of the Court Pickleball and support the Shriners Children's Hospital!

ROUND 1 will play from 12-2pm and ROUND 2 will play from 2-4pm with games rotating every 10 minutes.

We will have all 6 courts at The Pickle Yard. ALL levels are welcome, COURTS will be divided up by SKILL LEVEL.

Players will rotate every 10 minutes, so individual players are welcome to sign up, no partner is necessary.

Courts are all INDOORS so this is a Rain or Shine event with additional indoor/outdoor seating and activities available.

The Pickle Yard offers a full restaurant and bar to fuel players & spectators alike as well as co****le, golf simulators, & more!

For more information visit www.wealthtrainingacademy.com or call 864-297-6125

05/08/2026

Too much of today’s financial “advice” is designed to generate clicks, commissions, or both.

In this clip from Market Mindset, we discuss the growing Attention Economy surrounding retirement planning, why fear-based financial media can be dangerous, and why trust matters just as much as strategy when choosing who guides your financial future.

Schedule a conversation with our team:
https://calendly.com/wtaintroteam/intro

At The Wealth Training Academy, we believe real financial planning starts with relationships, not sales pitches.

www.wealthtrainingacademy.com

05/04/2026

Market Risks Impacting Income? How to Plan for Risks the Right Way

Catch the full Market Mindset video: https://youtu.be/wNM3NO8wCzI?si=fUyJ0f18ECMuHgCr

Schedule a call with our team today: https://calendly.com/wtaintroteam/intro

04/28/2026

New research challenges old ideas of retirement.

04/27/2026

Looking for a fun way to play AND support a great cause? 👀

We’re hosting a laid-back pickleball fundraiser at The Pickle Yard (Mauldin) on May 22 for the Shriners Children's Hospital — King of the Court style, all skill levels, just good games and good people.

Player space is limited - sign up today!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shield-serve-pickleball-fundraiser-for-shriners-childrens-hospital-tickets-1985596761364

04/21/2026

What is the point of retirement?

04/20/2026

It’s not all doom and gloom.

Yes—there are risks in today’s market. And we believe in being honest about those.

But there are also real reasons to be optimistic… especially when you look at how rapidly technology is advancing and shaping the future.

The challenge? Not letting headlines and noise pull your focus away from what actually matters—your family, your faith, your life.

🎥 Watch the full Market Mindset here: https://youtu.be/Nb0IsVuBrW8?si=AV6TXSY0yB5DPgvw

04/15/2026

Estate planning isn’t just paperwork—it’s one of the most important ways you can care for the people you love.

We recently hosted a seminar breaking down what actually matters when it comes to protecting your legacy—without confusion or unnecessary complexity.

If you’ve ever wondered:
Do I have the right documents in place?
Will my assets go where I intend?
Is everything actually coordinated?

This is a great place to start.
Watch here:

Essential Estate Planning in Retirement