The Ask About Wealth Interview, with Paul Overy

About this episode

Michael Houghton interviews Paul Overy about financial planning, transparency, and the importance of estate planning.

In this episode, Michael sits down with Paul Overy from Ask About Wealth - a highly experienced financial planner with decades in the industry and a growing following across social media and YouTube.Paul shares his journey into financial planning, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how his approach differs from traditional financial advice in Ireland. With a strong focus on transparency and client-first thinking, Paul explains how a fee-based model can align incentives and lead to better long-term outcomes.The conversation also explores what people are really chasing when it comes to money. While early retirement often grabs the headlines, Paul makes the case that financial freedom - having control over your time and choices - is the goal that truly resonates with most people.Finally, Michael and Paul dive into the often-overlooked topic of estate planning - how to ensure your wealth is passed on efficiently and in line with your wishes, and why this is a critical part of any long-term financial plan.What We Cover:- Paul’s journey into financial planning and building his platform- The difference between financial planners and traditional financial advisors- How fee-based…

People in this episode

Host: Michael Houghton

Guest: Paul Overy

Topics covered

• financial planning
• fee-based model
• financial freedom
• estate planning
• transparency in finance

Keywords

• financial advice
• wealth management
• early retirement
• client-first thinking
• long-term outcomes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ask About Wealth, YouTube

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