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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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27:32

Better Than 403b Plans

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/12

Most feel the only way to save for retirement is through qualiried, tax-advangatwed retirement plans like 401ks, 403bs and IRAs. But are they always the best choices for long-term investing? Plus, listeners ask: What do we think of Fidelity Zero funds now? Can someone with a retirement plan at work still contribute to an IRA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:38

T.G.I.Q.A.F.

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/09

In this episode Don answers more of your questions from talkingrealmoney.com: What portfolio adjustments should be made to avoid IRMAA? How should the bond portion of a portfolio be invested? Is investing in high dividend stocks a good way to create retirement income? Can backdoor Roth conversions be done in the same year for two different tax years? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:59

Retirement Myths Busted

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/08

There is a lot of misinformations about retirement. Much is spread by people pitching products. Tom and Don go after many of the myths about retirement income, Social Security, Medicare, and more. They also hear from listeners: Wondering if a financial planner is needed goinf into retirement? Taking us to task over a mathematical misundertanding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:34

Best Ignored

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/07

Happy to see Jason Zweig back from his sabbatical, Don shares his WSJ article on the wisdom of ignoring the stock market's fluctuations. Tom calls in from Vegas to explian his five-second $100 loss. Listeners ask: What should a house rich person do to create a decent retirement income? Is moving 401k money into an indexed annuity a wise move? This call sets Don on a rant against the horrible "advisors" who will say almost anything to sell these high-commission, complex insurance-based

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46:13

Fees Lead

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/06

Now that there are potential fees to be collected from selling Bitcoin ETFs, many Wall Street firms have grwond enamored with this ephemeral speculation. A few firms are still standing firmly opposed. Bitcoin is the best of a bad bunch. The other 8000+ tokens have even less going for them. Don also shares the story of another crypto fraud. Listeners ask: Can a 529 be used as a "carrot" to reward good behavior in college? After the sale of a house, do they have enough to retire comfortably? Learn

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28:36

No Way To Know

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/05

Burton Malkiel and other academics continue to tell us that consistently "beating the market" is essentially impossible. Investors need to understand the impossible natire of accurate prognostication and focus on those things that are in our control. Tom and Don explain the simple path you can take to reasonable investing success. Don talks about the Talking Real Money summer road trip. Listeners ask: Does a Fidelity 250-stock direct indexing plan make sense? Is it better to max out a Roth IRA or

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15:00

Friday QCCA

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/02

This Friday: A listener corrects one of Don's statement about Bitcoin ETFs. Can buying a building for a business replace a REIT in a portfolio? What's the best way to invest a court settlement for a minor? A suggestion that an umbrella insurance policy could lower other P&C rates. A discussion of the difference between dividend reinvestment in mutual funds and ETFs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:04

We’re Retiring Better

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/02/01

Sure, building the wealth we want to retire well is hard work. However, let's look at the bright side. One hundred years ago, we'd probably be dead. Tom and Don talk about the current state of retirement in the U.S. and share some ideas for making it better. Listeners ask: What's the correct asset allocation for a portfolio including an HSA? How should I invest in retirement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:51

So Long Silly ETFs

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/31

In very short order, the market sprouted thousands of exchange-traded funds (ETFs). While most were solid concepts with decades of research supporting them, a few were just silly. Thankfully, we are now seeing the demise of these crazy products. We also look at some of the worst ETFs from last year. With so many living with parents, what's the best way to help adult children become financially independent? Don goes back to some comments he has made about the need for homeowners insurance in a few

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47:25

Certificate of Excitement?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/30

High-yield CDs are nothing new. It's just been a long-time. While a 5% rate feels pretty good after years of low rates, how long will they last? What should you do when rates fall again? Are there better ways to invest, particularly for younger investors? Did God really tell a Colorado preacher to create and sell a worthless cryptocurrency to his flock? We hear from a listener who believes that the Federal Reserve FedNow program is designed to control behavior. Another wonders if Fidelity can send

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26:00

Culling the Real Estate Herd?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/29

The real estate sales business is about to face the same issues as other professions that have been squeezed by both technology and regulation. After a costly court ruling, and with increasingly powerful technology, the decline in real estate commissions is expected to accelerate (as have brokerage commissions over the years). Then, we hear from listeners like you: Is it too late to invest in a 529 for older kids? Is there a better option that the age-based plan in the Utah 529 plan? Learn more

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28:11

Global Questions

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/26

In today's episode callers ask Don Which is worse: and annuity of a leaf blower? What can be done for a friend who is on the brink of bankruptcy? Which CD is best and what is a callable CD? After a financial windfall is it too late to hire an advisor? Can a retired pastor take tax-free housing withdrawals after moving from 403b to IRA? Should a portfolio be diversified among accounts based on tax treatment? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:57

Seeking Diversification

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/25

How many securities should you own in a well-diversified portfolio? Is it ten or ten thousand? We explore some advice on proper portfolio diversification versus market-timing and stock picking. Then, listeners ask: How should a Health Savings Account (HSA) be invested? Does it make sense to add Boston Partners Large Cap Value Equity Fund to a portfolio? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:48

Stealthy Budget Killers

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/24

It's no wonder that businesses love the subscription model. It makes paying for products and services automatic and provides steady predictable cash flow. On the flip side, it also creates an almost impercetible drain of your budget. Learn how to reduce the subscription cash suck. We agree with Dave Ramsey's dislike of cash-value life insurance. A listener shares a tool for cutting subscription costs and wonders why it would ever be okay to go without homeowners insurance? Others ask: When is it

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45:42

New Highs Mean Little

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/23

After a big week for stocks, we address the reality of the equity markets and why a "new high" is nothing to get excited about. While 5% rates feel better than zero, we are concerened that too much money languishes in banks. Plus, more money is finally invested in passive funds than actively managed products and why it's about darned time. Listeners ask: Is Retiremeet worthwhile for those already retired? How should money be invested in a deferred compensation plan? Learn more about your ad

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30:57

The Great Home Debate

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/22

In today's podcast, we present more evidence showing it may be subssrantially cheaper to rent a home than to buy one. However, the equation changes when you factor in emotions. Plus, how much money do you need to be wealthy? Do shares an example of why buying a new cars is a financial mistake? A listener asks: What should be done with an old whole life policy purchased by parents for an adult child? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:19

Questions and Songs

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/19

First, a listener wants to take Don to task for his Bitcoin negativity. What is the value of tax-loss harvesting? Can a Coverdell ESA be moved to a 529 plan? Can RMDs be postponed by going back to work? Finally, we conclude with some listener created musical interludes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:36

Legal Loan Sharks

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/18

We're all over the fiscal place today. After an ad during our radio show we look at the horrible and yet perfectly legal predatory predatory short-term loan business. Then, we try to understand why experts are still advising investors to try to find the right time to buy stocks and consider the psychological effect of bad markets. Plus, we compare whether it makes more sense to buy gold bars or freeze-dried emergency food at Costco. A listener looks for advice on taking a lump-sum distribution or a

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46:12

Better in an ETF?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/17

The SEC finally have given in to the pressure and approved "real" Bitcoin ETFs. Does this change make cryptocurrencies and less ephemeral or improve their possibilities as an "investment?" What are the 5 biggest annuity sales lies? Plus, are "regular investor" hedge funds any better than their "big" investor counterparts? Then listeners asks:: Which funds should be used for young people's Roth IRAs? Can an advisor pitching indexed annuity be a fiduciary as he claims? Learn more about your ad

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26:00

Invest and Reduce Taxes

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2024/01/16

In the new year, you can save even more for retirement on a tax-advantaged basis. Take full advantage of your opportunities to save now and in the future. Plus, listeners want to know: How should excess money in an HSA be invested? What should be done with a $500,000 inheritance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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