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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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48:04

Retirement Relocation

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/28

Retirement can mean gaining the freedom to live anywhere you want. Tom and Don consider the best and worst states for retirees, based on multiple criteria, from two different sources. One of the worst may surprise you. Plus, we answer your questions: How will some short-term, extra income effect Medicare costs? If a major recession occurs, would it make sense to use emergency money to "buy the dip?" Is it better to have multiple brokerage accounts? Is there any way to speed up the distribution

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48:16

A Christmas Dog Story

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/27

This episode was recorded on December 23, 2023. Just before going on the air, Don's wife told him about a lost dog found 3,000 miles from his Washington state home. The outpouring of offers to help was soul-stirring. Later, we talked about the foolishness of following the hottest parts of the markets and why annuities are one of the best selling "investments." Plus, we took listeners questions: What are the best funds for a simple portfolio? Is Morningstar a good source of investing

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27:56

Investing Realities

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/26

We return from our holiday hiatus with quiz: Which is an investing fact and which is a money myth? Plus, a listener want to know: What can be done with a brokerage firm that refuses to let go of funds? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:25

The Great Fund Debate

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/21

We revisit the "active vs. passive" debate. We thought this debate had been settled, yet many still invest with active money managers. Then, we hear from listeners: Objectively, why do we hate Bitcoin? How should an elderly mother invest for heirs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:58

Fastest Home Fill-Ups

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/20

Where in the country has home equity risen most and least? What can you do to tap that hidden wealth? Does a HELOC or reverse mortgage make sense? Does owning a house even make sense in this economy? Then, we hear from listeners: Should a fiduciary advisor also act as a financial "psychologist?" Does it make sense to borrow home equity and lend it to a friend in construction? Should he stick with his aggressive "advisor?" How can renting be less expensive than buying a home? What's the difference

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46:00

Wait… Stocks Have Risen?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/19

Don finally peeked at his brokerage statement and was pleasantly surprised. His portfolio finally made money. Did yours? We talk about the investment markets' ups (and downs) and finding the right balance between safety and potential return. We also share the states with the best and worst home equity appreciation. How can you tap that hidden wealth? Then, we hear from callers asking: What should be done with an old variable annuity in a 403b? How should an end-of-year backdoor Roth be done? Can

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25:58

Start Investing Sooner

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/18

In this episode, we talk about some of the steps you should take well before retirement to get your financial house in order. We discuss money-saving tips and investing ideas to help those in their younger years improve their odds of retiring comfortably. Plus, we answer your questions: How can I force myself to rebalance my portfolio when my emotions get in the way? Which is better: a bond fund or a CD ladder? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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23:01

Pre-Christmas Question Day

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/15

The questions may not be festive, but they're important, and Don answers them: How should assets be allocated across different types of accounts? What happens to the money in a 529 plan if the custodian needs to withdraw some? How should a young adult invest money from an inherited IRA? Can brokers' cash management accounts replace traditional bank accounts? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:40

When Managers Go Away

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/14

Another problem with actively managed mutual funds is the mortality of managers. What happens if you rely on the incredibly rare, super-smart, practically prescient money manager, and they go away? Plus, we hear from listeners: What do we think of Vanguard's variable insurance funds? Does a 100% equity portfolio make sense for someone comfortable with risk? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:59

Real Investing is Hard

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/13

A new academic study concludes that you might be better off avoiding bonds. Tom and Don discuss whether a strategy that potentially risky makes sense for you. We discuss the sorry state of most investing advice, including that from financial psychics. Then, we hear from listeners: Is gold a good investment? What do we think of the "investment" advice provided at a free Italian dinner? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:19

Stop Hurting Yourself

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/12

We keep making damaging financial mistakes. Are you ready to manage your money better and actually invest? We hear from listeners: Can iBonds be transferred to others? What's the best way to set up a 529 ABLE plan Is tax loss selling a bit like market timing? What's the best way to sell appreciated stocks to reduce taxes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:53

Bitcoin and Gold Heat Up

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/11

The price of both Bitcoin and gold have soared recently. Has anything changed that might make them attractive investments? Plus, there is more evidence that those who chase returns using mutual funds fail to beat those who buy and hold. We also help listeners: Better understand a Nuveen muni bond fund they own. Create a tax minimization plan for retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:20

Cool Days Q&A

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/08

After Don grumbles about the length of the holiday season, he goes on to answer listeners questions: Does it make sense to use a 529 Plan to make future Roth IRAs for grandkids? Is the 4.7% interest from Vanguard new Cash Plus account better than a high yield savings account? Does an allocation entirely too small cap stocks make sense? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:13

Avoiding Bad Advice

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/07

Investing "professionals" run the gamut from highly skilled and honest to truly dangerous. How can you avoid the mediocre to crooked financial advice providers out there? Tom and Don have some simple ways to protect your wealth from the unscrupulous. Plus, listeners ask: What is the name of the bank paying over 4%? How should money be allocated between taxable and tax-advantaged "baskets?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:13

Unexpected Taxable Events

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/06

The end of the year often brings mutual fund investors an unpleasant surprise that can raise taxes; the realized capital gains distribution. How can you avoid this tax surprise? Are traditional mutual funds headed for extinction? Dimensional Funds rolls out a total market ETF to compete with Avantis. Then, listeners ask: How can the Washington state estate tax be avoided? Do they have enough to live a confortable and enjoyable retirement? How do you find a financial advisor you can trust? Learn

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46:48

Lifelong Income Strategies

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/05

What's the best way to create a retirement income stream from your investment portfolio. Today, Tom and Don share four popular income strategies. Then, we hear from you (actually, a few of you): Does it make sense to sell Apple stock to pay off a HELOC (home equity line of credit) early? What is the best way to invest an inheritance? How does money have to be withdrawn from a non-spousal inherited IRA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:13

Pensions Staging Comeback?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/04

Once thought to be nearly extinct (except for government workers), some major employers are bringing back the old fashioned pension plan. Does the apparent certainty of a pension make it a better retirement option than defined contribution plans, like 401k and 403b Plans? Plus, listeners ask: Should the proceeds from the sale of an investment property be moved into a DST (Delaware Statutory Trust)? Should a regular mutual fund be sold and an ETF purchased instead? Learn more about your ad

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32:16

A Lot of Questions

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/12/01

In todays's Q&A session: Which funds should be used in a 403b? Thanks for the podcast. How much of fixed income should be in inflation hedges? How could a mom squeeze a bit more income out of her portfolio? Did it makes sense to sell bond funds and move into T-Bills? Is an umbrella liability insurance policy needed? How should a million dollar portfolio be invested? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:02

And the Winners Are...

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/11/30

A recent list of "the best mutual funds" is best ignored. The funds prised in this piece are not great funds, just a few that got lucky by being in the right investments at the right time. Plus, most of the funds are eclectic, expensive, and extremely risky. Then, Tom defends his Bob Brinker criticism and a listener asks: Should a multi-fund portfolio be converted to ETFs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:20

Seen the Light?

Talking Real Money - Investing Talk ·

2023/11/29

Most know him as the "Wolf of Wall Street." After ripping on investors for millions of dollars, Jordan Belfort claims to have "seen the light" and now believes that low-cost, index-style investing is the path investors should take. Then, listeners look for help... ...with a Health Savings Account's (HSA) divestment allocation. ...understanding why the value of a dividend fund has barely moved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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