The Momentum Advisors centers on personal financial advice, information on entrepreneurship and insight into how you can build a successful financial legacy for yourself––and your community. Allan & Andrea spend their days advising listeners on how to build and manage their wealth. Find them at Momentum-Advisors.com.
147: Battle of the (Financial) Sexes
Oct 22, 2023
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When it comes to financial matters, men and women do things very differently. But how differently--and why? While we know that individuals vary widely in their financial behaviors and attitudes, studies have shown that there are some major differences between men and women and how they manage their finances. On this episode, we highlight what those differences are and how we can all learn from them.
146: Lending Your Money with Purpose
Oct 15, 2023
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When it comes to having a diversified portfolio one of the most common investment vehicles included is bonds. And while bonds are typically considered "safe investments" that doesn't mean they are safe for society, the environment, your gender, your children, or your community. On this episode, we highlight how to have a positive impact with your bond investments and how to ensure your "safe investments" aren't ruining the world around you.
145: Morgan State University: You Can't Stop Wakanda
Oct 08, 2023
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Homecoming for Allan and Tiffany looked very different this year as their alma mater experienced a violent shooting on campus and therefore all Homecoming festivities were cancelled for the first time in over 100 years. This episode talks about what was NOT cancelled! Including the opening of our new business on Morgan State University's campus and all the trials and hiccups that tried to prevent us from remaining #MorganStrong. This is a very special episode and we hope you take a listen.
144: The Collapse of the U.S. Dollar and the Beyoncé Effect
Oct 01, 2023
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So is the U.S. dollar going to zero or not? Are the BRICS conspiring against our currency? Is the fall of the U.S. financial markets finally upon us? And if so, can Beyoncé save us all? On this episode we answer all of these questions and more as we focus on the value of currency--both global and U.S.--and what you can do to save yourselves.
143: A.I.--and We're Not Talking About Allen Iverson
Sep 24, 2023
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Artificial Intelligence! Allan’s mom recently asked him if he is using that “A-L” she’s been reading about everywhere. Of course, she meant A.I. as in Artificial Intelligence. Well the answer is, "Yes!" We're all using it, whether we know it or not but it's a lot more complex and advantageous than you may think. On this episode we talk about where A.I. came from, where it's going, how it's impacting the financial markets, and how you can make money from A.I. starting today.
142: The Fire and Desire of Interest Rates
Sep 17, 2023
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The Federal Reserve ("Fed") has raised interest rates so many times over the last several months that it's almost impossible to remember when rates were below 4%, just two years ago. However, in the words of Tiffany, “We are here now!” So how do we take advantage of this unique moment in time--as savers--while also dealing with it's ramifications, as borrowers and asset owners? Well, the answers are on this podcast episode where we share the joy and pain of high interest rates and how to capitalize in your bank account today.
141: The Budget Buffet
Sep 10, 2023
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Do you have a budget? And if so, do you actually follow it? Or are you one of the 53% of Americans that doesn't follow a budget because you don't know how, don't want to, or you feel like you don't make enough money to budget with? If any of these apply to you, I guarantee we can change your thinking. This episode talks about what a budget actually is--and what it is not. We also highlight various budget styles that you may have never heard of that could work best for you.
140: Investment Mistakes
Sep 03, 2023
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What happens when your investment doesn't go as planned? Should you throw the whole plan away, was it a faulty investment, or were you the problem? Whatever the case, you're not the only one. Many investors make mistakes--including us! On this episode we talk about the common pitfalls of investing and how to avoid them. We also share which one of our investments that didn't work out that has us going to court this week.
139: How to Move Away
Aug 27, 2023
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Are you ready to move to a new city or state? Is it time for a change or maybe you're looking for a new career opportunity? You may be looking at a better cost of living or switching up for higher quality of life. Whatever the reason is, there's a right and wrong way to have a financially responsible move. On this episode, we take you through an entire checklist of all things you should consider before, during, and after you move to a new place. We also share tips on how to save money while you're at it.
138: The Martha's Vineyard Tumble
Aug 20, 2023
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We missed taping last week's episode because we were having such a good time during our annual trip to Martha's Vineyard. It's a place rich in Black history that's known for being "for us, by us." On this episode we share more on the history, entrepreneurship, and wealth that thrives and is generated on Martha's Vineyard.