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Ep. 1546: Tariffs and Investments Dec 16, 2024

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In today's episode:
2:18 The Impact of Tariffs
3:56 Unpacking Smoot-Hawley
5:07 Market Timing Dilemmas
8:13 Evidence from Professor Horstmeyer
12:19 The Cost of Timing the Market
13:23 The Importance of Diversification
16:38 Annuities and Retirement Plans
18:11 Tax Implications of 403B Plans
19:29 Overthinking Finances
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Ep. 1545: T&D Q&A Dec 13, 2024

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In today's Friday Q&A:
0:27 Welcome to Q&A Day
3:30 I-Bonds and Inflation Protection
6:54 403B Resources and Options
10:41 TSP Withdrawal Strategies
13:39 Vanguard Fee Changes
17:15 Mortgage Recasting Dilemma
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Ep. 1544: The Money Talk Dec 12, 2024

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'Tis the Talkin' Season:
0:27 Holiday Season Reflections
1:42 Discussing Money in Families
3:24 Navigating Conversations with Kids
4:47 The Complexity of Financial Discussions
9:43 Strategies for Talking About Money
11:42 Creating a Safe Space for Discussions
14:51 Timing is Everything
15:39 Unique Experiences and Conversations
20:55 Understanding Investment Tools
24:34 Audience Questions and Engagement
26:43 The Cost of Technology
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Ep. 1543: Care vs. Cash Dec 11, 2024

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In this episode of "Talking Real Money," Don and Tom delve into a topic that intertwines personal finance with broader societal issues, sparked by a tragic event—the assassination of a CEO from the health insurance sector. The show starts with a call from a listener seeking advice on legacy stock holdings. Later, they discuss active versus passive ETFs.
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Ep. 1542: Time to Sell? Dec 10, 2024

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In this episode from Saturday's show:
2:59 Market Valuations: Time to Worry?
5:07 Selling Winners: A Different Approach
7:22 The Lost Decade: Lessons from History
13:45 Global Risks: Beyond the U.S. Market
22:05 Target Date Funds: Pros and Cons
32:54 Advisor Shopping: Finding the Right Fit
36:52 Retirement Planning: G Fund Concerns
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Ep. 1541: Holiday Hustlers Dec 09, 2024

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In today's episode:
0:10 Scams During the Holiday Season
2:39 Smart vs. Stupid Scammers
6:32 Phone Scams: Who to Trust?
7:54 Recent Scams and Ponzi Schemes
10:07 Believing in Scams
10:59 Trust No One
15:16 Protecting Yourself Online
19:56 Investment Questions from Listeners
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Ep. 1540: Fri-Day-o'-Qs Dec 06, 2024

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In today's Q&A:
2:15 Separately Managed Accounts Discussion
4:04 Exploring Real Estate Investments
7:03 Dividend Income vs. Selling ETF Shares
12:41 Total Return Strategy Explained
17:33 Asset Allocation Insights
19:42 Personal Investment Strategies Revealed
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Ep. 1539: Investing Backward Dec 06, 2024

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In today's show:
0:25 Start at the End
2:18 Understanding Your Spending
7:24 Importance of Knowing Your Spend
14:27 Begin Your Retirement Journey
16:14 Questions from Listeners
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Ep. 1538: Investor Gratitude Dec 04, 2024

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In this episode:
2:21 Ten Reasons to Be a Thankful Investor
8:01 The State of the U.S. Economy
9:12 Reflections on the Recent Election
10:05 Financial System Stability
13:35 The Art of Excess
14:58 The Impact of AI
16:21 Value in Asset Classes
28:48 Speculation and Risk
32:23 Managing IRA Investments
36:01 Strategies for Successful Investing
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Ep. 1537: US High, Them Low? Dec 03, 2024

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In this first part of Saturday's radio show:
4:52 International vs. U.S. Investments
12:43 Planning for Retirement Taxes
14:13 The Importance of Financial Advisors
16:48 Wills and Family Dynamics
19:24 Money Matters in Legacy Planning
21:18 Historical Perspectives on Wealth
23:30 Lessons from U.S. Presidents
29:42 Insights from "All the President's Money"
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