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.
107: How Safe Are Your Accounts?
Dec 18, 2022
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The collapse of crypto exchange FTX raises a question for every saver and investor: what happens to your money if the company that holds your account goes under? On this episode we explain how safe your accounts are no matter where they are and, who has your back in the case something smells fishy. That goes for a bank, brokerage firm, retirement account provider, etc. So if you've been leery about putting your money away or investing because it doesn't feel "safe", this show is for you.
106: Til Death Do Us Part... or Nah
Dec 11, 2022
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Although it's an unfortunate topic, divorce is a common reality that a lot of couples are facing right now. There are a variety of reasons why but the divorce rate has nearly doubled since the 1990s and has grown even more for couples age 50 or older. On this episode, we walk you through the factors you need to consider and the financial steps you need to take to better navigate an already difficult situation.
105: Christmas Gift Giving
Dec 04, 2022
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"It’s the most wonderful time of the year..." again and so most of us are starting to gear up for gift-giving season. What is your plan of attack: Do you put a list together in advance, are you freestyling it, or do you wait to the last minute and let the spirit move you? Whatever your plan is we can make it a lot better by sharing top strategies for saving money during the holidays and financial gifts to consider as you share the gift of wealth building.
104: Resilience and Grit Are Key
Nov 27, 2022
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Have you ever been hit with an obstacle on your wealth journey and were unsure of the one thing you need to recover? We have the answer: Resilience! On this episode we talk about the intangible asset you need to accomplish all of your financial, professional, and personal goals.
103: Crypto Crash
Nov 20, 2022
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There has been a ton of news this week about FTX Crypto Currency Exchange, which filed for bankruptcy this week and a lot of people lost a lot of money. It lead us to the realization that we have never discussed cryptocurrencies and it's finally time to have "the big talk." On this show we will break down crypto, blockchain, the FTX scandal--as well as a few other major crypto scandals--and how you can invest, while protecting yourself in the crypto-future.
102: Elections, Politics the Discotheque
Nov 13, 2022
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Even though the votes are still being counted, midterm elections are done. We don’t know who will be in charge of the Senate or the House just yet. A few states are requiring a runoff election. And there's still a lot of overall uncertainty. But one thing we do know for certain is that this--and every election--has a very profound impact on your wallet today and in the future. On this episode we break down elections, political parties, the various branches of government, and how they all strategize in favor of, or against, your wallet.
101: We're in a Flood and a Draught
Nov 06, 2022
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It's standard financial teaching that stocks are high risk and bonds are relatively safe. Well this year both are erratic and acting very risky--but for completely different reasons. On this episode we will discuss what's going on, why, and exactly what you should do about it.
100: Our 100th Episode
Oct 30, 2022
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It's out 100th episode and we've decided to celebrate with all of our listeners. We are taking the day off from teaching and advising to have some fun answering completely unexpected questions about ourselves. Tune in to learn more about your Momentum Advisors as we enjoy Episode 100.
99: The FAFSA or the SHASTA?
Oct 24, 2022
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If you have a child heading to college soon it's likely that you'll be filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid, better known as the FAFSA. Most parents hate the thought of filling out such a long, confusing, pointless application; especially when you think your child won't qualify for financial aid or, you don't even know what school your kid is going to. Guess what? You're completely wrong and this episode is going to tell you why you absolutely want to fill out the FAFSA ASAP, and how it's easier and better than ever.
98: The Oxpecker, Rhinoceros, and New Entrepreneur
Oct 16, 2022
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Symbiosis is a close relationship between two species in which at least one entity benefits from the other. Often times we initially think about the instances where this relationship is negative but ,on this episode we highlight positive, wealth-building symbiotic relationships for potential or existing entrepreneurs. Specifically those where small business or independent contractors can partner with large enterprises to make more money on their own terms.