Talking Real Money - Investing Talk

In this Q&Apisode: 0:04 Stock Market Insights 3:05 Questions from Listeners 3:31 International Investment Concerns 8:45 Portfolio Housekeeping 11:53 Charitable Distributions Explained 14:35 401(k) Allocation Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we discuss: 5:34 The Case Against the Penny 7:12 Daylight Savings Time Debate 8:27 Worthless Financial Instruments 11:24 The Cryptocurrency Conundrum 13:14 Rollover Strategies Explained 23:00 The Weirdness of Today’s World Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 1:54 Election Investing and Other Gambling 6:40 Understanding Financial Futures 14:32 Navigating Roth IRA Withdrawals 20:16 The Importance of Financial Planning 26:53 Pay Yourself First 28:57 Target Date Funds Explained 38:25 Transitioning to Vanguard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 1:29 The High Price of High Dividends 18:35 The Importance of Staying Invested 21:04 Market Fluctuations and Trading 29:08 Understanding Asset Allocation 31:56 The Value of Asset Location 35:39 Rebalancing for a Better Portfolio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To start the week we tackle: 0:03 Election Biases and Money 2:17 Overcoming Recency Bias 3:34 Strategies Against Bias 6:42 Understanding Market Cycles 11:22 International Investment Options 13:30 Listener Questions and Insights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the shortest Friday Q&A show ever: 2:20 Retirement Lump Sum Concerns 4:28 Transitioning Investment Accounts 6:58 Disclaimers and Financial Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we discuss: 3:17 The Illusion of High Returns 6:23 The Importance of Second Opinions 20:42 Charitable Giving Strategies 24:04 Transitioning from Real Estate 27:20 Tackling Hodgepodge-itis 35:25 The Role of Financial Planning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, We explore the tip request explosion in America. We discuss the stock markets' recent performance. A caller shares his thoughts on retirement. How should twenty-somethings invest for retirement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's post-holiday episode: 2:42 Preparing for Retirement: Key Considerations 8:54 The Importance of Professional Financial Help 10:58 Embracing Flexibility in Retirement Planning 15:29 Debating Gold as an Investment 15:45 Target Date Funds: Pros and Cons 19:19 Engaging Listener Questions 21:28 A Funny Encounter with AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics of today's questions: 2:14 Long-Term Care Insurance Insights 14:51 Evaluating ETFs for Downside Protection 18:25 Managing Debt with HELOC Strategies 23:36 Portfolio Management for Retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This edition's discussion: 3:08 The Importance of Rebalancing 6:40 Understanding Risk and Volatility 12:13 Inherited Wealth Decisions 15:29 Comparing Exchange-Traded Funds 20:05 The Future of Investments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 1:36 Creative Fear-Mongering Editing 11:28 Fund Recommendations and Confusion 14:30 Clarifying Financial Advice 20:36 Investment Education for Young People 21:06 Personal Finance Adventures 26:04 The Luck of Investing 27:08 Understanding Hodgepodge-itis 36:04 Navigating Complex Investments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 0:04 Financial Exorcism 5:09 Index Fund Realities 15:03 Understanding Market Behavior 21:22 Navigating Retirement Challenges 23:30 Managing Unexpected Wealth 28:20 Lazy Portfolio Strategies 34:17 Healthcare Solutions for Early Retirees 40:52 Behavioral Investing Insights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special Q&A episode: 5:52 Listener Questions Begin 7:53 Paying Off Debt vs. Investing 8:43 Retirement Savings Strategies 10:21 Employee Stock Purchase Plans 14:37 Risk Management in Retirement 16:10 Finding Purpose in Retirement 16:33 Building a New Home 22:22 Financing vs. IRA Withdrawals 23:50 HSA vs. Roth Contributions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 2:35 The Bond Debate 5:07 Alternatives to Bonds 6:47 Evaluating Long-Term Investment Options 9:56 Listener Questions Begin 16:39 Financial Decisions and Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From last Saturday's radio show: 1:23 Understanding Investment Scams 4:58 Protecting Your Identity 7:25 The Downsides of Credit Freezing 9:04 Importance of Two-Factor Authentication 10:02 Roth Conversion Strategies 12:36 Navigating Social Media Confusion 15:11 The Model Military Aircraft Museum 17:21 Analyzing ETF Recommendations 22:15 Simplifying Investment Strategies 27:39 The Role of a Fiduciary Advisor 33:35 Tailoring Financial Advice for Pilots 35:07 Security for Social Security Numbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Tom and Don discuss: 5:27 Tech Wonders and Real Estate 13:47 The Changing Landscape of Real Estate 21:14 Navigating Financial Security 21:34 Listener Questions and Insights 26:55 Understanding TIPS and Bonds 28:01 The Importance of Financial Clarity 36:55 Economic Insights and Market Behavior 37:21 Apple’s Vision Pro Experience 40:14 Selling the Airstream: A New Adventure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Don was actually vacationing, here is last Friday's episode a few days late: 4:06 SIPC Insurance Explained 6:43 Fiduciary Duty and Insurance Companies 8:23 IRA vs. 401k Protection 10:23 Seeking Source Material 14:17 Finding the Podcast 16:36 Connecting with Advisors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Don was actually vacationing, here is last Thursday's episode a few days late: 1:03 The Money Talk Dilemma 1:45 Power Dynamics in Financial Discussions 2:01 Evolving Perspectives on Money Talks 3:08 Historical Context of Money Discussions 4:14 Maintaining Financial Independence 5:05 Joint or Separate Bank Accounts? 6:04 Initiating Money Conversations 7:13 Frequency of Money Talks 8:00 Long-Term Financial Planning 10:07 Dealing with Fixed Incomes in Retirement 11:03 Setting Financial Approval Limits 11:35 Seeking Professional Financial Guidance 12:49 Psychological Impact of Financial Control 14:08 Pitfalls of Structured Notes 17:28 Maximizing Saving Opportunities 18:06 Legal Recourse for Mismanaged Investments 20:25 Seeking Financial Assistance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Tom and Don meet up at Lake Chelan, they discuss: 2:58 Index Fund Disadvantages 13:56 Market Decline in September 21:47 Avoiding the Herd Mentality 27:40 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis 36:26 Airstream Adventures 40:31 Meet with an Advisor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Tom and Don are in the same room discussing: 6:38 Securing Your Financial Future 10:27 Understanding Risk Tolerance 14:22 The Insurance Industry's Self-Interest 16:50 Bonds: From Bad to Good 20:51 The Big Moving Sale: Silver Bullet Airstream 21:38 The Legend of the Chelan Sea Monster 23:23 Retirement Portfolio Diversification 27:24 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis in Investments 28:26 Managing Fear of Market Volatility 32:32 Importance of a Holistic Financial Plan 38:55 Tailoring Investments to Financial Needs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Don takes questions about: 2:00 Investing for Grandson 4:14 Evaluating 401k Investments 6:50 Revising Investment Portfolio 8:10 WEP and GPO Discussion 19:34 Small Cap Value Index Funds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another traveling episode, we discuss: 1:01 Retirement Savings Importance 2:10 Court Ruling Impact 3:59 Common Retirement Mistakes 6:25 Failing to Maximize 401k Benefits 8:19 Borrowing from 401k Risks 10:12 The Importance of Asset Allocation 11:17 Traditional vs. Roth 401k Considerations 13:44 Financial Planning Importance 14:33 Variable Annuities Dilemma 17:33 Equities in Short-Term Portfolios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don joins Tom from a dairy farm in Elk, Washington to explore the history and structure of closed-end funds. They discuss a recent fund by Bill Ackman, highlighting high fees compared to ETFs. Listeners seek advice on simplifying their portfolios with recommended funds like AVUV, AVGE, and VT. Don and Tom suggest allocation strategies based on risk tolerance and financial goals, stressing the importance of comprehensive planning with varied income sources. The conversation shifts to retirement planning, emphasizing the need for long-term strategies considering life expectancy and financial dynamics for couples. Don addresses differences in retirement perceptions between genders. The episode wraps up with Tom’s corny cow-themed jokes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don and Tom from "Talking Real Money" talk about the end-of-the-week stock market decline and put equity investing in perspective. Then they discuss recent changes in retirement savings plans. They mention that catch-up contributions for those making over $145,000 a year will now have to go into Roth 401ks instead of traditional ones. They also touch on no more required minimum distributions (RMDs) from Roth 401k plans and new options for Roth contributions in SEP IRAs and simple IRAs. They note changes in penalties for missed RMDs and other updates for retirement planning in 2025. They emphasize the importance of diversification and sticking to a long-term investment strategy, despite fluctuations in the market and new regulations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don's taking your questions as he sits in Montana for a moment: 2:51 Simplifying Investment Management 10:49 Choosing the Right Bonds 13:14 Tax Implications of Selling Property 16:55 Establishing a Trust for Inheritance 17:52 Lump Sum vs. Monthly IRA Contributions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Don continues to traverse the country, he and Tom talk about: 0:04 Nearing Normalcy 2:21 Special Investments Not So Special 4:11 The Top 10 Investments 4:53 Investing in Crypto 7:39 Trouble with Special Investments 11:15 Fees and Higher Costs 12:47 Ignoring Risky Investments 16:42 Career Change Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Don is dealing from Deadwood, South Dakota: 2:05 Answering Money Questions on the Move 11:48 Investing Dilemma: What to Do with $50,000? 15:13 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis 20:13 Annuitizing Annuities: A Dubious Deal 26:21 The Risks of Annuities and Index Funds 35:09 Dangers of Misguided Advisor Recommendations 37:17 Red Flags in Investment Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don keeps traveling west as we discuss: 2:11 Change in Location, Change in Discussion 3:19 Fallacies of the Past 4:22 Social Security Beliefs 6:31 Misconceptions about Equity Returns 9:10 Misconceptions about Indexing 12:06 The Persistence of Myths 18:45 Complexity vs. Simplicity 29:23 Home Team Bias 35:25 Cicadas and Misunderstandings 37:46 Gracious Midwest Visitors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Q&A episode: 0:04 The Shiny Object Syndrome 1:10 The Top Stock Funds 3:46 Lessons from Janus Funds 5:40 Roth IRA Contributions Dilemma 8:30 Considerations for Traditional IRA 9:06 Inherited 401ks and IRAs 13:34 401k Match vs. Traditional IRA 16:31 Don't Miss Out on Free Money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wes Crill from Dimensional Funds joins us to discuss: 1:47 Election Anxiety 3:51 Presidential Concerns 6:03 Market Concentration 7:37 Diversification Dilemma 10:15 Small Cap Superiority 10:56 Global Market Balance 14:18 Rebalancing Challenge 16:10 New Market Highs 17:18 Equity Portfolio Strategy 23:43 Crypto Curiosity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom meets Don and listeners in Madison, Wisconsin: 0:35 Welcome to Talking Real Money live from Goodland Park 8:19 The insurance industry's challenge with transparency 12:34 The importance of recognizing ethical financial advisors 24:19 The importance of financial literacy for investing 31:26 Making informed decisions about high-interest savings accounts 36:13 Wrapping up the show in Madison, Wisconsin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom meets Don on the road trip in a park in Madison, Wisconsin: 0:04 The Corn Chronicles 1:33 Ethanol Insights 5:31 Financial Decisions 7:32 Risky Yields 10:44 Insurance Insights 13:06 Too Good to Be True 17:00 Retirement Dilemma 25:05 Portfolio Simplification Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Q&A session: 0:07 Die with Zero concept and spending for experiences 1:37 Audience member's humorous desire for a bounced check 9:22 Bill Perkins' extravagant birthday celebration and giving away wealth 11:19 Importance of enjoying life and family experiences 13:53 Valuable life lessons and considerations on money management 17:22 Avoiding risky investments when saving for short-term goals 18:36 Precautions and considerations for Roth conversions 20:25 Impact of Roth conversions on Social Security and taxation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom is back for a new episode featuring: 0:04 Welcome Back Banter 5:01 Shifting Investment Trends 7:13 Generational Investing Shifts 12:27 The Pitfalls of Trading 15:29 VTWAX vs. VT 17:59 Asset Allocation Adjustment 19:36 Advisor Interview Form Review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode: 3:31 The Dow and Small Company Stocks 6:37 The Value in Small Cap Investing 13:01 Beware of Gimmickry in Investing 15:06 Understanding Risky Investment Strategies 21:09 Get a Second Opinion for Your Financial Future 27:42 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis in Your Portfolio 36:44 Recommendations for Small Cap Value Funds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In what was supposed to be the Tuesday podcast: 1:46 The Truth About Annuities 5:37 A Bright Financial Future 6:25 Financial Decisions Made Easy 6:43 Slamming the Insurance Industry 7:03 Properly Placed Annuities 7:16 Beware of Variable Annuities 16:52 Basket Portfolios and ETFs 27:33 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis 30:43 Prioritizing Financial Goals 35:14 Universal Life Insurance Dilemma 36:41 Summer Adventures and Updates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Q&Apisode: 0:04 On the Road Again 5:24 Planning for Retirement 8:58 Handling Inherited Accounts 13:08 Maximizing Retirement Savings 14:24 Balancing Investment Focus 18:48 Role of Real Estate in Portfolio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins joins Don again to discuss: 3:09 Financial Planning Teaching Methods 8:23 Taxation and Financial Planning History 12:25 Efficacy of Fee-Only Planners 16:58 Transition to Lower Commission Annuities 21:10 Portfolio Analysis and Index Fund Consideration 26:54 Stoicism and Investing Philosophy 29:06 Road Trip Update Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another episode on the road: 0:03 Bad Year for Stock Pickers 3:24 Property Value and Lease Analysis 4:35 Triple Net Lease Concerns 5:19 Seeking a Second Opinion 5:31 Fiduciary Advisors at Apella 6:18 Creating a Bright Financial Future 13:17 Starting a Retirement Plan 15:02 Retirement Planning for Contractors 25:24 Reality Radio and Index Funds 27:03 Treating Hodgepodge-itis 28:44 Retirement Planning for Special Needs Children 37:27 Diversification with Vanguard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Don continues his travels, we discuss: 0:03 On the Road Again 5:41 Berry Talk 8:11 Financial Philosophy 12:39 Protecting Your Investments 20:56 Family Inheritance Dilemma 24:48 Setting Expectations 27:36 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis 33:53 Portfolio Allocation Concerns 36:58 Banking Fees Deception Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Q&A episode: 1:49 The Dangers of Following Market Trends 4:27 Making Decisions Based on Future Feelings 4:58 Investing for Yourself, Not the World 5:19 Welcoming Roxy Butner to the Studio 5:31 Question from Jane about Robo-Advisors 10:24 Estate Planning and Trusts 13:35 Exploring Annuities in Retirement Accounts 18:25 Retirement Planning with Thomas from New Jersey 25:39 Importance of Financial Planning in Retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another exciting episode from the mountains of North Carolina: 0:03 Introduction to the Journey 2:40 Looking for exciting investments? 7:45 Importance of Seeking Second Opinions 9:23 Retirement Planning and Investment Allocation 11:05 Sustainable Withdrawal Rate in Retirement 21:43 Investing Should Be Boring 24:32 Discussion on Avoiding Capital Gains Taxes 28:09 Seeking Treatment for Hodgepodge-itis 34:22 Push for Consumer-Centric Financial Industry 38:25 Challenging Live Show Amidst Rainstorm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's the first true "On the Road" edition: 0:04 On the Road Woes 4:09 Temptation of the S&P 500 13:25 Technical Challenges Resolved 14:24 The Dumb Duo of Investing 14:56 Investment Horrors Unveiled 15:33 Real Estate Syndicates Warnings 25:22 Portfolio Purpose Planning 29:46 Avoiding High Fee Traps 34:18 Great American Road Trip Ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Don and Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins as they discuss: 0:04 The Secret Coup 1:27 Stacking Benjamins 3:07 The FIRE Movement 9:18 Work and More 12:22 Retirement Realities 14:56 Retirement Reimagined 17:39 The Power of Need 19:05 Unveiling the Box 21:53 Understanding Complexity 25:03 Analyzing ETF BOXX 26:25 The Greatest Money Show on Earth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don is on the road, so Friday's Q&A is a bit late: 1:28 Maximizing Financial Aid Strategy 4:06 Investing in Individual Stocks 7:49 Converting 401k to IRA 11:37 Creating a Glide Path Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 0:03 Slow Roll into Retirement 2:38 Working Beyond Retirement Age 4:38 Managing Retirement Portfolio Successfully 7:48 Housing Dilemma 9:18 Mutual Funds vs. ETFs 14:34 Owning Multiple Houses 16:46 Long-Term Housing Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this edition: 13:09 Exploring Retirement Costs Across the Country 20:44 Importance of Second Opinions in Investing 29:31 Exploring Anti-ESG Funds 35:02 Disputing Charges on Credit Cards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 1:34 Don's Dumb Duo 5:23 Get a Second Opinion 8:40 The Value of Gold 11:43 Financial Planning Challenges 14:55 Roth Conversions Advice 16:57 Schwab and Fidelity Comparison 19:50 Clarification on Bond Holdings 22:06 After-Tax Contributions in 401k 29:46 Disagreement on Alternative Investments 33:56 Caution on Private Credit Investments 37:08 Risks of Alternative Investments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's show: 0:04 Slipping into the Matrix 5:01 The Fascination with Market Capitalization 9:45 The Importance of Diversification 13:14 Understanding Pension Plan Options 16:59 Annuities vs. IRAs: Which is Better? 19:16 Opportunities for Financial Guidance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Question and Answer Episode: 0:04 The Gold Rush: Physical vs. Financial 1:18 The Speculation of Gold 3:05 Investing Insights: Stocks vs. Gold 4:36 Q&A with Roxy Butner 5:06 Roth IRA Dilemma: Lump Sum or Dollar Cost Average? 8:06 Portfolio Makeover: Fund Reallocation 11:17 Retirement Planning: Managing 403b and 401k Funds 14:45 Understanding Fund Gains: Net vs. Gross 16:41 Financial Evolution: Trends in Investor Questions 18:23 Special Announcement: Retirement Reprise Event Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we discuss: 0:04 Investment "Cheesecake" 1:46 Market Predictions: To Worry or Not to Worry 1:53 Stock Market History: Looking Back and Moving Forward 6:41 The Unpredictable Future: Market Speculations 9:56 Market Timing Dilemma: Selling and Buying Strategies 16:15 Retirement Investment Queries: Bond Funds and Risk Tolerance 18:49 Evaluating Investment Providers: Avoiding Gimmicks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this show we discuss: 1:12 Parents' Influence on Money Behavior 2:22 Impact of Childhood Money Habits 9:45 Retirement Dilemma Discussion 13:45 Tax Planning Considerations 17:00 Managing Real Estate Assets 20:49 Annuity Evaluation Guidance 24:46 Selecting Investment Funds in 401k 29:08 Annuity Liquidation Tax Implications 32:01 Annuity Sales Pitch Awareness 35:30 Indexed Annuities Podcasts Overview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 3:40 A Potential Problem with Some ETFs. 10:12 Understanding Standard Deviation in Investing 14:34 Holding a Diversified Portfolio 19:41 Comparing Avantis and Vanguard Funds 21:29 The Impact of Index Funds on the Market 26:19 Importance of Diversification in Investing 31:13 The Value of Target Date Funds 33:28 The Impact of Small and Value Companies 36:55 Housing Market Trends and Real Estate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's skeptical episode: 0:04 Introduction: The Importance of Trust in Finance 3:09 The Market's Trustworthiness: A Closer Look 5:29 Misconceptions About the Market: Zero-Sum Game 9:53 Addressing Market Manipulation and Trust Issues 13:42 Managing Emotional Responses to Market Fluctuations 17:04 Understanding the Long-Term Value of Market Investing 21:27 Analyzing High Beta and Exponential Tech Investments 23:46 Evaluating the Role of Financial Advisors 25:48 Dissecting Trust Company Practices and Fees Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don takes on more of your queries: 1:45 Listener Experience with Vanguard and Robinhood 5:23 Taking Advantage of Robinhood's Promotion 6:45 Vanguard's New Fees and the $100 Exit Fee 10:08 Annoyance Fees and Pricing Structures 11:47 Exploring Fidelity's Brokerage Link Option 15:01 Historical Perspective on Stock Market Participation 21:18 Invitation to Seek Free Financial Advice and Join the Road Trip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast: 0:04 Retirement Reflections 21:06 Stock Inclusion Dilemma 22:27 Managing Stock Movements 25:06 Value of Free Financial Help Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 0:04 The Problem with Dave Ramsey's mutual fund advice 5:14 Importance of Second Opinions in Investing 11:21 Retirement Income Strategy and Dividend Reinvestment 16:07 Creating Income in Retirement 21:00 Financial Advice and Misinformation 27:15 Overcoming "Hodgepodge-itis" in Investment Portfolios 31:26 Comparison of Actively Managed and Index Funds 36:57 Caller Plays Back Seat Quarterback Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to money, we make a lot of investing mistakes. Today, we talk about: 3:30 The Seven Deadly Sins of Wealth Management 14:59 Seeking a Second Opinion 21:05 Not Making Cash the King & Letting Dollars Be Lazy 22:50 The Purpose of Risk in Investing 32:42 Investing as a Means, Not an End 37:24 Importance of Guidance in the Decumulation Phase 38:43 Stop Dreaming, Start Doing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we discuss the high price of home and auto insurance: 0:04 Midwest Storms and Insurance Costs 1:48 Home and Auto Insurance Rate Increases 4:03 Reinsurance Companies and Rate Hikes 5:23 Factors Impacting Insurance Rates 7:34 Dealing with Scammers and Identity Theft 11:35 Saving Money on Insurance Policies 13:33 Importance of Financial Planning in Retirement 19:19 A Little Chat About Scammers 22:46 Rebalancing and Risk Tolerance in Roth Accounts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's topics: 1:19 Company Stock Purchase Program Dilemma 4:43 Investing Strategies for a 24-Year-Old 7:06 Listener Input on IPOs and Conservative Fund Options 10:05 Retirement Planning with a Large Investment Portfolio 13:36 Investment Decision for a Late 30s Individual 16:06 Retirement Investment Planning for a 64-Year-Old 19:17 Strategy for Investing Proceeds from Property Sale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In This Episode: 1:15 Inaccessible Home Equity 2:24 Tempting Yet Tricky Home Equity Options 3:31 Exploring New Financing Frontiers 4:01 The Evolution of Reverse Mortgages 5:07 Weighing the Home Equity Loan Dilemma 6:11 An Unconventional Option: Home Profit Sharing 7:11 Unpacking Home Profit Sharing Terms 8:45 Evaluating Alternative Financing Routes 9:21 Leveraging Home Equity Strategically 10:26 The Dangers of Early Mortgage Payoff 10:43 Knowledge is Key: Understanding Home Equity Options 15:07 Q&A: Understanding Investment Returns 16:09 Insight into Index vs. Personal Returns 17:43 Clarifying Investment Fund Recommendations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Topics in the episode: 2:02 The Dow Jones Industrial Average 5:23 Financial Second Opinions 10:35 Roth Conversions and Financial Planning 13:45 Trusting Financial Data 16:43 Financial Phone-In Questions 19:11 Vanguard Advisory Service Review 21:01 Managing Inherited IRAs 26:28 Diagnosis: Hodgepodge-itis 27:35 Importance of Financial Planning 33:09 Handling Unexpected Fees 37:59 Talking Real Money Road Trip Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we discuss: 1:00 Money and Happiness 5:31 Second Opinions 12:50 Microphone Woes 27:04 Hodgepodgeitis 37:04 Retirement Account Diversification Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what in this episode: 1:02 Understanding the Psychology of Money 2:32 Rethinking Financial Advisor Terminology 3:27 Rise of Financial Therapy Certification 4:17 Impact of Money on Mental Health 7:17 Overcoming Financial Anxiety 10:58 Addressing Financial Concerns & Ideas 14:09 Tips for Managing Investment Emotions 19:27 The Purpose of Life Insurance 20:59 Adjusting Investment Allocation in 401k Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Friday Q&A: 1:52 ETF Purchasing Best Practices 2:53 Avoid Overthinking and Minutiae 5:37 Making Financial Decisions and Pension Options 7:51 Investing Strategy and Career Reset 11:24 Comfort in Financial Decisions 14:45 Long-Term Saving for Family 17:16 Importance of Financial Planning 18:53 Pension Drawing Decision Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we discuss a trading staregy combined with a multi-level marketing scheme MLMs in general. 5:27 Second Opinions and Financial Decisions  8:49 Learning and Correcting Mistakes 12:37 Multi-Level Marketing and Trading Strategies  21:04 Warren Buffett's Timeless Advice 25:13 Investigating Ron Blue Investments 32:49 Researching the National Electrical Annuity Plan  36:38 The Graceland Financial Mystery 39:57 Preparing for College and Paying for It Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, recorded on Saturday May 22: 0:04 Pre-Memorial Day Weekend Banter 4:00 Focus on Investing Mistakes with Christine Benz 4:54 Portfolio Building and Managing Mistakes 18:30 Being Patient vs. Hands-Off Investing 34:40 Discussing American Funds and Expense Ratios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode: 0:04 The Trust Issue 2:43 Custodians and Fiduciaries 3:12 Finding True Fiduciary Help 3:53 Fee-Only vs Fee-Based 5:43 Various Compensation Models 8:02 Understanding Terminology 10:52 Brokercheck.org Exploration 12:08 Where to Find Trusted Advisors 13:56 Vetting Financial Advisors 15:38 Insurance Companies and Investments 19:30 Dealing with Large Stock Gains 23:13 Dealing with Tax Implications 25:10 Upcoming RetireMeet East Event Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episodes, Don answers listeners questions about: 3:15 Seeking a Fee-Only Fiduciary Advisor for Aging Parents 6:24 Uncovering Red Flags in Financial Advisor Disclosures 11:44 Evaluating the Dodge & Cox Income X Bond Fund 12:46 Importance of Reading Form ADVs for Investment Advisory Firms 18:17 The Aftermath of Removing Social Security 19:11 Understanding Mutual Fund Return Reports 21:24 Replacing Vanguard Bond Fund BND with Risky Alternatives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 1:16 Affinity Fraud in the Military 3:54 Unveiling Investment Fraud in the Military 11:57 Building Trust in Financial Relationships 14:00 Maintaining Boundaries in Financial Relationships 19:33 Trusting Third-Party Sources for Investment Information 23:43 Retirement and Investment Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can a fiduciary fee-only advisor make you more money, even after expenses. Vanguard says, "yes!" We talk about some of their findings and more: 3:53 Cost-Effective Implementation and Rebalancing  6:20 Financial Future and Advisor Second Opinions  7:16 Asset Location and Withdrawal Strategies 9:00 Hodgepodge-itis and Portfolio Simplification 11:57 The Vanguard Experience 14:30 The Importance of Seeking Advice Early 20:14 Backdoor Roth IRA Strategies 26:15 Hodgepodge-itis Treatment and Financial Future  28:57 Morningstar Ratings Debunked 31:51 Roth Conversions and Considerations 35:10 Evaluating Investment Fees at Wells Fargo  36:31 Simplifying Portfolios with TSP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode: 0.54 America's Obsession with New Media and Gurus 1:55 The GameStop Saga Begins 2:43 Reddit's Influence on GameStop Stock 3:33 Lessons from the GameStop Rollercoaster 5:20 Seeking a Second Opinion in Investing 6:19 The Stupidity in Following Stock Recommendations 7:03 GameStop Stock: A Question of Valuation 8:30 The Evolution of the Gaming Industry 8:54 What to Learn from the GameStop Frenzy 9:49 Investing vs. Speculation 12:05 Vanguard's Fiduciary Advisors and Financial Decisions 12:31 Importance of Getting a Second Opinion 15:03 Adjusting Investment Strategy for Retirement 15:31 Vanguard's Changes in Customer Service 16:45 Questioning Vanguard's Decision-Making 21:25 The Significance of Money in Your Life 26:34 Addressing Hodgepodgeitis in Your Investment Portfolio 27:34 Vanguard's Controversial Fee Changes 34:02 Strategies for Protecting Equities After Hours 36:46 The Remarkable Story of Dimensional Funds 38:26 Platforms for Investing: Schwab vs. TD Ameritrade 39:58 Resources and Information at TalkingRealMoney.com 40:49 Important Disclaimer and Legal Information Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We don't often have guests, but we do, from time to time, invite some of the best minds in money management to join us. Author and financial educator, Dan Solin spends time with us this week to share some wisdom from his latest book, Wealthier: The Investing Field Guide for Millennials. We discuss buying a home versus renting, saving and investing for retirement, and the future of Social Security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the week's question and answer session, Tom and Roxy take written questions from listeners about: Social Security spousal benefits. Moving Emergency Cash Short-Term Cash Options Portfolio Diversification AVGE vs. BND Allocation Real Estate Sales and Tax Planning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Was retirement really better in thge past? Have 401k plans been a retirement income benefit or detriment? Might there be a better way to insure a secure retirement income? We also explore the difference in long-term returns between large-cap and small-cap value stocks. Plus, we hear from listeners: Why does the actual income from I-Bonds not match the stated rate? Can income from a court settlement from a stock in an IRA be transferred into the IRA? Is it better to take retirement income from investments annually, monthly, or as needed? Looking for a quick portfolio review? Is it okay to start spending extra money in retirement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beware of complex investments or those promising to provide higher returns using some financial sleight-of-hand. Higher returns always require some sort of tradeoff. There are no special systems to game the markets, long-term. Then, we hear from listeners: He stayed in bonds and lost money, should he stick with them now? How can current assets be grown to enough to support retirement needs? Does it make sense to buy a second home on the beach? How should a very conservative retiree invest retirement funds? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Millions of people rely on Social Security for a large portion of their income, yet the system is running low on money and won't be able to meet future obligations without major changes. So, which is better, reducing benefits or raising taxes? Plus, we take listeners questions: What's the best way to reduce taxes on retirement plan distributions? What can be done to reduce hodgepodgery in a portfolio? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the episode, instead of discussing all of the bad financial decisions we make, let's take time to acknowledge all of the good things we do with money. Plus, we take questions on: The possible negative impact that passive investing might have on the stock markets. The potential tax ramifications of a portfolio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The questions have started pouring in again. Thanks! Today... Using High-yielding CLOs Instead of Bonds. Adjusting Portfolio for Growth Maryland 529 Plan vs. Other Options Maximizing Growth for Grandchildren Understanding Rebalancing in a 401k Implementing a Three-Bucket Account Strategy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. Labor Department is going to try again to hold some of those who provide advice on retirement assets to actually act in their clients' best interests. Will this new rule actually go into effect this time and who might it protect. Then we take your questions: What to we think of Keith Fitz-Gibbons investing advice? What's the best way to cover three years of expenses before collection Social Security? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After years of diligently saving and investing a your retirement plans, what should you be doing when your accounts have grown to sizable amounts? Plus, we share the reasons for a small cap and value portfolio tilt. Plus, we hear from several listeners who ask: Why don't we talk more about 529 ABLE plans? What do we think of a portfolio with 20-year Treasury bonds? After maxxing out retirement accounts, where should other money be invested? Why can't more people save and invest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it a mutual fund? Is it an annuity? Can one investment met everyone's retirement needs? That's seems to be the claim of the complex BlackRock LifePath Paycheck funds. Plus, we talk about Warren Buffett's take on corporate taxes and how individuals could all end up paying no income taxes. We also discuss the workings of the "backdoor" Roth IRA. Then, listeners want to know: Nearing retirement is a fiduciary adviser needed and what should one cost? The name of the book Tom mentioned about Crazy Eddie? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gold has gotten hot again, but just because you can get a bar at Costco is it a decent investment? We look hack at the history and returns of gold over decades and longer. Plus, we take some listener questions: Where can information be found on a school districts's 403b plan? In what account order should money be withdrawn for a college education? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Friday Q&A: Does more money in emerging markets make sense? What should be done with an 401k now that Vanguard has sold their servicing? Are these two funds diversified enough? Is there any way to calculate future call option premiums? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There aren't many ways to improve your odds while investing in stocks. So, why have investors like Warren Buffet been so successful and why do we belive in factor investing? Plus listeners want to know: Why do we suggest more expensive products from firms like Avantis and Dimensional? What are the differences between a 403b and a Roth IRA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't be fooled by "money illusions." We are often confused about money math, particularly when it comes to the impacts of inflation. Our financial psycology can lead us to make bad decisions. The callers have questions about: Financial Planning for a Special Needs Family Member Estate Planning Strategies for Passing Wealth to Grandchildren Balancing Risk Tolerance with Retirement Savings Directing Inheritance to Grandchildren Understanding Indexed Annuities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After bonds suffered a really bad year in 2022, many investors still hate them. Do all bonds deserve the recent bad reputations? Time for a fixed income reality check. We also discuss the bad advice given by most radio advisors. We also hear from listeners: Why do we dislike anuuities as investments? What do we think of the new DOL rule requiring all retirement rollover advice be held to the fiduciary standard? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Once again, the United States Depratment of Labor is trying to protect retirement investors against the lies told, and the high fees charged, by many providers of advoce for retirement pland rollovers and transfers. Will they succeed against Wall Street and Big Insurance? Plus, we take your questions: What's the best way to pay for a new roof? Why are my ETFs paying out taxable dividends? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Friday's Qs: How should an aggressive investor invest money that is not needed in retirement? Does a QLAC make sense as a toold to control long-term care expenses? Are there any tax ramications from moving from an expensive funds to ETFs in a qualified retirement account? Does his portfolio idea make sense for a lazy retirement investor? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the best investment strategy in a time of higher "safe" interest rates? For many, the tendency is to play it safer, but how might that work out in the long run? Plus, we answer questions: How much is Edward Jones charging for their investment services? How can an investor harvest tax losses? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Far too many businesses offer their employees expensive retirement plans. You must know how much you're paying. Plus, many states are now allowing employees to set up automatic payroll deductions into their own IRAs. We hear from callers: What will interest rates do in the near future? What can be done with IRA distributions to reduce taxation? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This seemingly simple retirement quiz stumped most who took it. How will you fare? Take the quiz with us. Plus, what can you do if you have a low interest rate bank savings account? Listeners want to know: How long will mom's retirement assets last? Is there any way to get money back from a federal long-term care policy? How can money in a retirement plan be accessed before 59-1/2 without penalties? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our friend, Mark Hebner from Index Fund Advisors, joins Tom and Don to talk about the most important number to investors, total return. The rise and fall of prices shouldn't be of much concern to investors, it's how much you make on your investments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Friday Q&A edition: How safe are investment in brokerage accounts? Why shouldn't someone tranfer an IRA to Robin Hood to collect a 3% bonus? What do we think of Fisher Investments "bucket" strategy? How should money be invested for the beneficiary of a special needs trust? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the problems with index funds is the fact that they slavishly follow the index. This means that for long periods they can own stocks that are way outside the indexes parameters. This is one argument for rules-basd funds. Then, listeners ask: Are we concerned about the decline in the number of publically-traded stocks? Is it okay to be 100% in stocks close to retirement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most American's have saved enough for even a $400 emergency? Start there, and then it's time to work on retirement savings. Along the way have those tough financial conversations with your partner. Plus, Don goes on a rant about the financial services industry and it's lack of client care. We hear from callers: With a little help for a previous caller. What do we think of a particular brokerage firm? How can money be moved from a regular IRA in an annuity to a Roth? Is Empower providing good investment advice? How should money be invested in a after-tax IRA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We recorded this episode as the Iranian attack on Israel was beginning. We discussed the impact of global events on your portfolio and how to invest during market turbulence. Then, we give you the chance to build your perfect economy with a quiz. We hear from some of you, too: Is a Fidelity advisor a fiduciary or not? Where should money for intermediate-term spending be invested? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listeners love our question and and snswer episode, so here a special Monday Q&A featuring Tom and Roxyu Butner answer your written questions: Is a Total World Stock Market Index Fund Enough? Should You Pay Off a Low-Interest Mortgage Early? What do we think of the Geiten Clinger Withdrawal Strategy? Is Vanguard Advisor Services Worthwhile? What has happened to ESG Investing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices