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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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00:05:49

Privatizing Housing

The W.I.P. ·

2025/08/15

The cost of doing business is going up. Why should investors pay attention? Artificial Intelligence is moving at an accelerated rate. Where is AI headed? Finally, privatizing Fannie and Freddie is gaining steam. What does this mean for the housing market?

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00:05:29

Alternative Alarm

The W.I.P. ·

2025/08/08

The Labor market is starting to show weakness. Why are Jobs causing Jitters? Tariffs on dozens of counties took effect this week. What comes next for ever shifting trade policy? Finally, this month’s question is about alternative assets in 401(k) Plans. Should alternatives be a part of your retirement?

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00:05:05

Tech Support

The W.I.P. ·

2025/08/01

Expectations for interest rate changed this week. Why do investors think decreases are less likely? Retirees should expect sticker shock on healthcare costs in retirement. How can you prepare for the looming expense? Finally, big tech is blowing away earnings expectations. Who is having a breakout quarter?

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00:05:18

Earnings Surprise

The W.I.P. ·

2025/07/18

This week was dubbed “Crypto Week” in Washington. Who are the winners from the week’s legislation? June’s inflation data showed that prices increased by more than expected. After months of decreases, what is pushing prices higher? Finally, companies have started to report their second quarter earnings. Why might you be surprised by the results?

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00:04:56

A Plan is Plan A

The W.I.P. ·

2025/07/11

The deadline for tariffs has been pushed back again. Who are the winners and losers from the extension? WK Kellogg is being bought. Why is the cereal maker being acquired? Finally, financial planning is growing in demand. When should you start a financial plan?

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00:05:04

Half-time Report

The W.I.P. ·

2025/07/04

Municipal Bonds are boldly going where they haven’t gone before. What is new with Munis? June’s jobs report put an end to a rate cut this month. Why is the Fed backing off cutting rates? Finally, the first six months of 2025 were volatile. How should investors view the market’s half-time performance?

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00:25:16

Q2 Market Outlook

The W.I.P. ·

2025/06/27

This week we drop a quarterly market outlook. Our guest, Mario Bernardi, is currently an investment advisor who works with individuals, institutions, businesses, and not for profits. We discuss Q2 talking points such as volatility, the 10 Year Treasury, and domestic vs. international investing. Later on, we talk through how portfolio construction can mitigate risk.

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00:04:44

Insider Insights

The W.I.P. ·

2025/06/20

Oil prices are on the rise. How high will they go? The Fed released its summary of economic projections. Why is everyone trying to connect the dots? Finally, corporate executives are selling shares in the companies they work for. What does this tell us about the market right now?

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00:05:41

Tranquility Calculator

The W.I.P. ·

2025/06/13

May’s inflation report was positive and changed expectations on interest rates. How will the Fed react? Many American adults are financially illiterate. Why is this a growing concern? Finally, this month’s question debates stocks vs. bonds right now. Which is better?

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00:04:51

The Grind

The W.I.P. ·

2025/06/06

A tariff on steel and aluminum went into effect this week. How will consumers be impacted? Trade talks between the US and China are in danger of stalling. What can help break the impasse? Finally, May’s jobs report was surprising. Why is last month’s labor market making headlines?

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00:05:23

Baby Bucks

The W.I.P. ·

2025/05/23

America’s credit rating has been downgraded. How does this downgrade effect your money? Bond vigilantes around the world are hard at work. Why do these market participants play a crucial role in global finance? Finally, this month’s question is about investing for children. What is the best option for kids?

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00:05:17

Ready & Abel

The W.I.P. ·

2025/05/16

United Health Group stock is in freewill. What is going on at the insurance giant? Walmart has weighed in on tariffs. How is the world’s biggest retailer responding to trade policy? Finally, Warren Buffett is stepping aside in the new year and his replacement is getting more attention. Who is Greg Abel?

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00:04:52

Buffett’s Surprise

The W.I.P. ·

2025/05/09

AI is coming for your favorite search engine. Why is searching as we’ve known it a thing of the past? The Fed is keeping interest rates steady. With rates in a holding pattern, what comments from the Fed are worth noting? Finally, Warren Buffett made a shock announcement at the Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting. How did Buffet surprise investors?

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00:05:29

Data Distilled

The W.I.P. ·

2025/05/02

The debate about where the economy is headed rages on. How does an economic downturn get labeled? McDonald’s announced earnings this week. What do The Golden Arches’s results say about the current economic landscape? Finally, a mountain of economic data was dropped this week. Why can all the data points be distilled?

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00:04:41

Certain Uncertainty

The W.I.P. ·

2025/04/25

The Securities and Exchange Commission is understaffed. Why is Wall street’s Watchdog losing its bite? Apple is making a pivot toward India. How is Apple changing its manufacturing plans? Finally, companies are shutting down their earnings guidance. What is causing uncertainty for corporate America?

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00:05:23

Turning Corners

The W.I.P. ·

2025/04/18

Jerome Powell spoke in Chicago this week. Why did markets react to the Fed Chair’s comments? The first bit of hard tariff data just arrived, but maybe not in the way that you were expecting. What can we learn from the recent data drop? Finally, this week’s question asks when we will see a break in market volatility.

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00:05:02

Akward Situation

The W.I.P. ·

2025/04/11

Financial markets road a rollercoaster this week. What makes this week’s volatility unique? The U.S. bond market reacted to this week’s volatility in a way not seen before. Why is this worth noting? Finally, banks have started to announce their quarterly earnings and outlook. How are America’s biggest banks feeling about the economy?

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00:04:30

Jobs March On

The W.I.P. ·

2025/04/04

Market turmoil due to Trade Policy was in full effect this week. How are Tariffs impacting the stock market? Small cap stocks are in a bear market. When will the shares of smaller companies see a turnaround? Finally, March’s jobs report was released today. What did we learn from the latest employment numbers?

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00:05:49

But TikTok Said

The W.I.P. ·

2025/03/28

Tariffs on foreign automakers were confirmed this week. What are the consequences of tariffs on both automakers and consumers? Genetic testing company 23andMe has entered bankruptcy, putting the data of its customers at risk. How can you protect yourself? Finally, this months’ question is about who can give investment advice and why that matters for you.

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00:24:09

Domenico Musumeci Interview

The W.I.P. ·

2025/03/14

This week we drop an interview. Our guest, Domenico Musumeci, is a farmer and winemaker. We discuss farming in western Michigan, storytelling, and much much more.

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