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Talking Real Money - Investing Talk

Financial talk radio veteran, Don McDonald and former host of Serious Money on PBS, Tom Cock, join forces to talk about real money issues. In each episode, they solve real money problems, dole out real investing (not speculating) advice, and really explain the financial issues that effect all of us. Plus, it"s actually fun! Talking Real Money is a podcast designed to provide the real help we all need to enjoy a really great future. Call in with your questions anytime at 855-935-TALK (8255).

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13:12

A (Very) Few Qs

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/09/06

In the shortest Friday Q&A show ever:2:20 Retirement Lump Sum Concerns 4:28 Transitioning Investment Accounts 6:58 Disclaimers and Financial Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:08

High Return Dangers

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/09/05

In this episode we discuss:3:17 The Illusion of High Returns 6:23 The Importance of Second Opinions 20:42 Charitable Giving Strategies 24:04 Transitioning from Real Estate 27:20 Tackling Hodgepodge-itis 35:25 The Role of Financial Planning Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:08

Reached the TIPping Point

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/09/05

In this episode, We explore the tip request explosion in America. We discuss the stock markets' recent performance. A caller shares his thoughts on retirement. How should twenty-somethings invest for retirement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:07

Your "Magic" Number?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/09/03

In today's post-holiday episode:2:42 Preparing for Retirement: Key Considerations 8:54 The Importance of Professional Financial Help 10:58 Embracing Flexibility in Retirement Planning 15:29 Debating Gold as an Investment 15:45 Target Date Funds: Pros and Cons 19:19 Engaging Listener Questions 21:28 A Funny Encounter with AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:57

A Few Questions for Don

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/31

Topics of today's questions:2:14 Long-Term Care Insurance Insights 14:51 Evaluating ETFs for Downside Protection 18:25 Managing Debt with HELOC Strategies 23:36 Portfolio Management for Retirement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:07

Buy and Sell Automatically

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/30

This edition's discussion:3:08 The Importance of Rebalancing 6:40 Understanding Risk and Volatility 12:13 Inherited Wealth Decisions 15:29 Comparing Exchange-Traded Funds 20:05 The Future of Investments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:28

Misleading Headlines

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/28

In this episode:1:36 Creative Fear-Mongering Editing 11:28 Fund Recommendations and Confusion 14:30 Clarifying Financial Advice 20:36 Investment Education for Young People 21:06 Personal Finance Adventures 26:04 The Luck of Investing 27:08 Understanding Hodgepodge-itis 36:04 Navigating Complex Investments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:40

Your Own Worst Enemy

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/28

In this episode: 0:04 Financial Exorcism 5:09 Index Fund Realities 15:03 Understanding Market Behavior 21:22 Navigating Retirement Challenges 23:30 Managing Unexpected Wealth 28:20 Lazy Portfolio Strategies 34:17 Healthcare Solutions for Early Retirees 40:52 Behavioral Investing Insights Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:08

Questions for Tom & Roxy

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/23

In this special Q&A episode:5:52 Listener Questions Begin 7:53 Paying Off Debt vs. Investing 8:43 Retirement Savings Strategies 10:21 Employee Stock Purchase Plans 14:37 Risk Management in Retirement 16:10 Finding Purpose in Retirement 16:33 Building a New Home 22:22 Financing vs. IRA Withdrawals 23:50 HSA vs. Roth Contributions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:12

Bonds No Longer Bad?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/22

In this episode: 2:35 The Bond Debate 5:07 Alternatives to Bonds 6:47 Evaluating Long-Term Investment Options 9:56 Listener Questions Begin 16:39 Financial Decisions and Strategies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:47

Financial Fortification

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/21

From last Saturday's radio show: 1:23 Understanding Investment Scams 4:58 Protecting Your Identity 7:25 The Downsides of Credit Freezing 9:04 Importance of Two-Factor Authentication 10:02 Roth Conversion Strategies 12:36 Navigating Social Media Confusion 15:11 The Model Military Aircraft Museum 17:21 Analyzing ETF Recommendations 22:15 Simplifying Investment Strategies 27:39 The Role of a Fiduciary Advisor 33:35 Tailoring Financial Advice for Pilots 35:07 Security for Social

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46:54

Home Sales Changes

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/20

In this episode, Tom and Don discuss:5:27 Tech Wonders and Real Estate 13:47 The Changing Landscape of Real Estate 21:14 Navigating Financial Security 21:34 Listener Questions and Insights 26:55 Understanding TIPS and Bonds 28:01 The Importance of Financial Clarity 36:55 Economic Insights and Market Behavior 37:21 Apple’s Vision Pro Experience 40:14 Selling the Airstream: A New Adventure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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19:11

Q&A Delay

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/19

As Don was actually vacationing, here is last Friday's episode a few days late: 4:06 SIPC Insurance Explained 6:43 Fiduciary Duty and Insurance Companies 8:23 IRA vs. 401k Protection 10:23 Seeking Source Material 14:17 Finding the Podcast 16:36 Connecting with Advisors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:37

Tough Topic

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/19

As Don was actually vacationing, here is last Thursday's episode a few days late: 1:03 The Money Talk Dilemma 1:45 Power Dynamics in Financial Discussions 2:01 Evolving Perspectives on Money Talks 3:08 Historical Context of Money Discussions 4:14 Maintaining Financial Independence 5:05 Joint or Separate Bank Accounts? 6:04 Initiating Money Conversations 7:13 Frequency of Money Talks 8:00 Long-Term Financial Planning 10:07 Dealing with Fixed Incomes in Retirement 11:03 Setting

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46:03

Index Issues

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/14

As Tom and Don meet up at Lake Chelan, they discuss:2:58 Index Fund Disadvantages 13:56 Market Decline in September 21:47 Avoiding the Herd Mentality 27:40 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis 36:26 Airstream Adventures 40:31 Meet with an Advisor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:31

Ultimate Volatility?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/13

In this episode, Tom and Don are in the same room discussing:6:38 Securing Your Financial Future 10:27 Understanding Risk Tolerance 14:22 The Insurance Industry's Self-Interest 16:50 Bonds: From Bad to Good 20:51 The Big Moving Sale: Silver Bullet Airstream 21:38 The Legend of the Chelan Sea Monster 23:23 Retirement Portfolio Diversification 27:24 Overcoming Hodgepodge-itis in Investments 28:26 Managing Fear of Market Volatility 32:32 Importance of a Holistic Financial

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27:02

Answers from Chelan

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/09

This week Don takes questions about:2:00 Investing for Grandson 4:14 Evaluating 401k Investments 6:50 Revising Investment Portfolio 8:10 WEP and GPO Discussion 19:34 Small Cap Value Index Funds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:08

Fiduciary Rule Falls?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/08

In another traveling episode, we discuss: 1:01 Retirement Savings Importance 2:10 Court Ruling Impact 3:59 Common Retirement Mistakes 6:25 Failing to Maximize 401k Benefits 8:19 Borrowing from 401k Risks 10:12 The Importance of Asset Allocation 11:17 Traditional vs. Roth 401k Considerations 13:44 Financial Planning Importance 14:33 Variable Annuities Dilemma 17:33 Equities in Short-Term Portfolios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:00

Old Fund Idea Fails

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/07

Don joins Tom from a dairy farm in Elk, Washington to explore the history and structure of closed-end funds. They discuss a recent fund by Bill Ackman, highlighting high fees compared to ETFs. Listeners seek advice on simplifying their portfolios with recommended funds like AVUV, AVGE, and VT. Don and Tom suggest allocation strategies based on risk tolerance and financial goals, stressing the importance of comprehensive planning with varied income sources. The conversation shifts to retirement

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46:15

Stocks Stumble

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/08/06

Don and Tom from "Talking Real Money" talk about the end-of-the-week stock market decline and put equity investing in perspective. Then they discuss recent changes in retirement savings plans. They mention that catch-up contributions for those making over $145,000 a year will now have to go into Roth 401ks instead of traditional ones. They also touch on no more required minimum distributions (RMDs) from Roth 401k plans and new options for Roth contributions in SEP IRAs and simple IRAs. They note

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