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The W.I.P.

The W.I.P. cracks into the week’s must know investment news. Hosted by Walter, new episodes are available every Friday.

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00:12:48

Interview #9: Randy Hansen

The W.I.P. ·

2023/12/15

You can learn a lot about an organization and its leadership by how they give to and connenct with their community.

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00:16:25

Interview #8: Turnaround with Walter

The W.I.P. ·

2023/12/08

The mic gets turned around this week! Our special guest interviewer asks me questions on work, life, and the best question I’ve never been asked. Tune in for a very special conversation!

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00:09:56

Words of Wisdom

The W.I.P. ·

2023/12/01

Vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Charlie Munger died this week aged 99. We look at this titan of investing in his own words. A game of chicken is brewing between the Fed and investors regarding when rates will come down. Who is right? It's the time for making lists and checking them twice. Our year end planning discussion is here!

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00:08:28

IBM’s 401(k) Dump

The W.I.P. ·

2023/11/10

Fed Chair Jerome Powell moved markets this week with his comments. What did he say that spooked investors? IBM is making radical changes to its 401(k) Plan. Who will be hurt and is this a start of a worrying trend? A listener asked about the best way to save pre-tax, and we give away a tool to help answer that question.

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00:07:56

New For 2024

The W.I.P. ·

2023/11/03

Autoworkers scored a big win in recent contract negotiations with the Big Three automakers. How will this effect non-union automakers and what comes next for the UAW? The IRS released increased contribution limits for retirement plans in 2024. What is changing next year? Apple released earnings which provided insight into the economy. Where is Apple underperforming and where is the company exceeding expectations?

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00:09:27

Pumpkin Spice Economy

The W.I.P. ·

2023/10/27

Big Tech’s biggest names posted earnings this week. How did Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta do last quarter? The US Economy continues to defy economists’ predictions. Why? Pumpkin spice is big business in the US. What economic principles help explain the seasonal craze?

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00:07:26

Housing On Hold

The W.I.P. ·

2023/10/20

Tesla’s Q3 earnings disappointed. Why were profits lower than expected and were there any bright spots for the EV giant? Jerome Powell made comments suggesting interest rates are near their peak. Are rates truly close to peaking? Residential real estate is struggling amid an 8% 30-year mortgage. What factors are contributing to the tepid housing market and who is feeling the pain the most?

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00:07:26

Bank Spookacular

The W.I.P. ·

2023/10/13

Social Security benefits are getting a 3.2% increase in 2024. How is the COLA calculated and will it help retirees struggling with inflation? September’s CPI data showed inflation leveling off the previous month. Have we hit a plateau in prices? It’s Friday the 13th and some major US banks reported earnings. Will their results scare you or make you shriek in delight?

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00:07:06

Beer’s New King

The W.I.P. ·

2023/10/06

Mortgage rates are pushing toward 8% for a 30-year fixed. Why are rates spiking and what does that mean for the housing market? Alcohol producer Constellation Brands reported earnings and Modelo was a big contributor to the company’s bottom line. How did Modelo become America’s #1 beer? A listener asked if I would rather own physical gold or gold miner stocks. My answer is probably not what you would guess…

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00:09:32

Why September?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/29

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is exploring a share sale. Why is OpenAI looking to sell stock? Long-term bond yields are moving higher. What are the factors at play here? Historically, September is the most volatile month for stocks. How was this September for the market and what does it mean for your money?

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00:07:35

The Fed’s Forecast

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/22

The UAW strike is now seven days in, with little light at the end of the tunnel. Where is the impasse headed? Recent IPOs have sank since buoyant debuts. Why are ARM, CART, and KVYO now trading at or below their initial prices? The Fed released its quarterly Summary of Economic Projections. What are the Fed’s projections for inflation, the economy, and unemployment, and what does it mean for your money?

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00:07:44

Mouse Bounce?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/15

August’s CPI report showed inflation remains sticky. How will the Fed react when they meet next week? ARM stock skyrocketed after its debut on the Nasdaq. What does ARM’s initial success mean for other companies going public this year and should you buy in? Disney has had a rough 2023 and the stock is at a nine year low. When will the company turnaround?

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00:08:45

The Dragon Bites Apple

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/08

Apple’s stock dropped this week due to concerns in China. What are the issues facing Apple in China? Arm and Instacart are going public on the Nasdaq. Why are these companies generating excitement? August’s jobs report sent mixed messages on the economy. Where is the job market now and how will the Fed respond later this month?

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00:15:20

Interview #7: Josh Sapp

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/01

IBEW business manager Josh Sapp discusses the state of the Labor movement and challenges ahead, benefits of unionization, and much more. With Labor Day around the corner, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

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00:07:49

Big Tech’s Envy

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/25

Nvidia released blowout earnings which sent the stock to record highs. Nividia’s results are also impacting other big tech companies — who are the winners and losers? The annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium is back, and Fed watchers will be listening closely to Jerome Powell’s comments. We preview the event and what Powell is expected to say. A listener asked about the stock market and next year’s election. How do equities perform in an election year and what should you do about it?

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00:21:06

Interview #6: Jeff Wierenga

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/18

With the start of school upon us, we interview Certified College Financial Consultant Jeff Wierenga. Jeff discusses the ins and outs of how to save and invest for a child’s education plus much more. You don’t want to miss this informative conversation!

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00:07:56

Buffett’s Pile

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/11

Apple and Amazon rounded out big tech’s earnings with very different results. Who is on the up and who is not? July’s CPI was a return to pre-pandemic normalcy. We look at last month’s prices and the implications for Fed rate policy. Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway is sitting on a historic pile of cash. Why is Buffett hoarding cash and what is his plan?

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00:31:31

Interview #5: Mike Ochoa

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/04

Bond trader Mike Ochoa has traded bonds since the 1980's and has just about seen it all when it comes to interest rates, market cycles, and building bond strategies. With rates at a 22 year high, how is a professional managing bonds?

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00:07:10

Twin Peaks?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/07/28

Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta all reported earnings this week. What is the state of Big Tech right now? The US economy is on a roll. How well is economy doing? The Fed raised rates this week to a 22 year high. Are we at the peak of interest rates?

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00:09:08

Hard Earned

The W.I.P. ·

2023/07/21

China’s government released gloomy economic data for Q2. How reliable is the data, where are the economic bright spots, and why are the US and China talking again? AT&T and Verizon are having a rough moment. What is going on with legacy telecom? Many major companies released earnings this week. We look at who reported and how the auto, banking, and healthcare sectors are doing.

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