Gary Pattengale featured on "Sterling Insights" podcast

What happens when a single stock represents too much of your net worth? Or when a “smart” Roth conversion creates unintended tax consequences?

April 14, 2026

Gary Pattengale, CFP® appeared on the Sterling Insights podcast where he shared how high‑net‑worth individuals can manage concentrated stock risk, Roth conversions, and long‑term tax efficiency—without disrupting their broader financial plan.

Key takeaways include:

  • Why  concentration risk is about context, not a hard percentage
  • How rules‑based  strategies remove emotion from major financial decisions
  • Why Roth  conversions demand careful modeling—not one‑size‑fits‑all advice

Listen to the conversation and learn how integrated tax, investment, and estate planning can create better outcomes across generations.

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