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Pension Attention

Pension Attention is a show dedicated to helping firefighters and police officers take charge of their finances to build a life they love. Your host Brad Barrett is a Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management, a top ranked independent investment advisory firm managing $5B in assets for clients. He has advised families in the Los Angeles City Fire Department for over 12 years, is an active member in Kingdom Advisors, a biblically based advisory network and holds the certified

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18:45

Is A.I. Taking Over Your Investments?

Pension Attention ·

2023/07/25

A current buzzword in the media as it relates to money and investments is Artificial Intelligence. Right now, the Magnificent 7 (Meta, Google, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Tesla and Nvidia make up 28% of the S&P 500 value. This is unprecedented. Today, Brad breaks down what this could mean for your investments and the future going forward. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: The Gold Rush And A.I. Have This In Common. (4:27) What Is The Magnificent 7? (7:57) Companies Who Mention A.I. Get A Boost

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15:05

3 Financial Life Phases

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2023/07/12

Like the changing of seasons, financial planning has patterns. In fact, there are 3 phases in life all of us will go through when it comes to our financial journey. Knowing where you are in yours could help you plan much better. On today's show, Brad shares the 3 financial phases, hoping you will discover which you are in so you can move toward financial freedom. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Financial Planning Is Like The Changing Seasons. (2:10) The Build And Grow Phase. (8:25) The

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17:54

Why Treasury Bills & Treasury Bonds Matter

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2023/07/06

Is there any investment that is "Risk Free"?... Not exactly. However, there are options out there that are not the most "sexy" but have much lower risk, which could be appealing to some investors. On today's episode, Brad shares the differences between Treasury Bills and Treasury Bonds, plus how to purchase them and why they could be a great addition to your portfolio. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Bonds Run The Market. (2:23) A Spoiled 15 Years. (5:25) Where Are The Risk Free Rates? (6:39)

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16:53

Financial Freedom Is About Income.

Pension Attention ·

2023/06/28

If the things you thought were true were actually wrong... when would you want to know? With regards to finances, misconception can cause costly consequences. In today's episode, Brad explains how your financial freedom rests on understanding WHAT you are doing with your money and WHY you are doing it. Listen Now! Carrying Around Half Truths. (1:44) Money Is Like Water. (5:05) Financial Security vs Financial Freedom. (8:52) Building Passive Income With Value Investing. (11:43) Do Not Fail To

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16:27

Am I Going To Be Okay In Retirement?

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2023/06/21

Many of us stress about where we will be financially in retirement and often ask the question, "Will I have enough to last?"... What it takes to protect what you save for retirement can be quite simple. Today on the show, Brad shares 5 things that could help everyone achieve their retirement planning goals, reminding us that it is not WHAT you own but HOW you own it. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Just Answer With A YES! (2:57) Protecting What You Save. (4:08) Have An Income Plan. (5:59)

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11:43

The History of U.S. DEBT: A Timeline

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2023/06/08

With continued media buzz around the U.S. debt ceiling, it has many people concerned but also short-sighted about how long the U.S. has actually been in debt... and if we as a country are in trouble when it comes to the debt we are holding. In today's show, Brad takes us through a historic timeline of the U.S. federal debt going back to our independence in 1776. The details are fascinating. Listen Now! Show Highlights Include: The Timeline Of U.S. Debt. (2:24) What Brad Is Concerned About. (6:25)

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13:40

5 Alternative Places To Put Your Cash

Pension Attention ·

2023/05/31

For most of us, the only place we hold our cash is in a bank... because that's what most of us know. But what if there were some alternative places to put your cash? The answer is: There are 5. In today's show, Brad shares 5 places you can hold your cash that could provide very positive returns. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: What Does Your Bank Balance Really Mean? (1:57) FDIC Suite Programs. (3:57) Money Market Mutual Funds. (4:43) Are Treasuries Still A Thing? (6:25) Short Term Bonds

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17:21

When To Jump Into The Market

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2023/05/25

With the debt ceiling conversation leading the news AGAIN, and with volatility running amuck, it has many people asking the question... "When should I get into the market?" On today's show, Brad shares his take on when to get into the market and his answer may not be what you expect. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Surf's Up When Investing. (2:10) Volatility Can Be Your Friend. (5:23) No One Grows Wealth By Sitting On The Sidelines. (8:14) Paying Rent To The Risk Taker. (9:45) Bears Are

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24:19

A Money Conversation With My 93 Year Old Grandfather

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2023/05/17

Within the next couple of decades, the largest transfer of wealth will occur in generational history. What we can glean from those born between the 1920's and 1960's is immeasurable. In today's show, Brad shares his very vulnerable conversation he recently had with his 93 year old grandfather and what we can all learn about money from those who came before us. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: The Difference In Having Money At 18 Versus 93. (3:56) When Money Goes From A Stressor To A Comfort

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15:56

Recession Proof, Your Retirement

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2023/05/10

We have been on the cusp of a recession for quite some time. Some would say we have been in a recession for awhile... No matter if we are or we aren't, these talks make the headlines daily. But, does it change what most of us already know about the economy? In this episode, Brad shares 3 things to recession proof your retirement in whatever stage of life you are in, reminding us it is better to be proactive versus reactive. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Recessions Are Called In The 11th

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19:23

The DEBT Ceiling Conversation Is BACK

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2023/05/03

The debt ceiling conversation always seems to be on the news rotation. Although there will be rhetoric and brinksmanship attached to these headlines, there is always more to the story. In today's episode, Brad gives a short history lesson on debt and shares an in depth look of what is really going on. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: When Debt Did Not Exist. (2:16) Paying Off The Mortgage May Not Be The Best idea. (5:08) We are Not Interested In A Company Without Debt. (9:12) The Trillion

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18:40

Time, Money and Freedom

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2023/04/26

Many of us battle our emotions as it relates to the decisions we make regarding our money. Unfortunately, this can lead to wealth destroying outcomes. In today's episode, Brad discusses the concept of Time and Money and how together they could equal Freedom. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Investing Is 10% Intellect And 90% Emotions. (1:34) Concepts Learned From High Net Worth Individuals. (5:20) Any Solid Plan Has This 3rd Grade Math Equation. (11:09) Get Paid For Decisions, Or Pay For

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11:53

Market Cycles Change Like The Seasons

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2023/04/19

With Spring in the air, it is a good reminder that just like seasons change, so do market cycles. So, it is important not to get caught up in media rhetoric or social media hype when it comes to our investments and the market. In today's episode, Brad gives us a great analogy on seasons and investing and how we should be careful not to get lost in the current season of the market but be prepared for the next one. Listen Now! Show Highlights Include: Bear Markets vs Bull Markets. (1:54) Market

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10:50

The State Of The U.S. Dollar

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2023/04/13

If you have been listening to the current headlines, the state of the U.S. dollar has been a large topic of discussion and the question commonly asked is... "Will the world ditch the U.S. dollar?" In this week's episode, Brad gives a short history lesson on the world's currency, plus the "What if..." scenario in regards to the U.S. dollar. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: The Bretton Woods Agreement. (1:49) What is BRICS? And is it flawed? (3:58) The "What if?" Scenario. (6:55) Whatever The

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20:56

4 Reasons Your Retirement Will Change

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2023/03/30

If we all stopped to think about who we were ten, five, even one year ago, we could all probably agree that we have grown and perhaps changed in certain ways. This also goes with our retirement planning. In today's episode, Brad discusses life's changes, how we adapt and more importantly, how our mindsets may change about our retirement. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Life Never Stops. (1:20) Your Retirement Reality. (5:28) What Is Your Financial Identity? (9:20) Life Finds Away To Get

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17:11

The Value Of An Advisor During Market Turmoil

Pension Attention ·

2023/03/22

It is interesting how many of us improve our lives with different types of coaching, counseling or advising. However, many do not consider these when it comes to our money. In today’s episode, Brad shares 3 pillars of advice when it comes to finances and why having a financial advisor is so important during times of market turmoil. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: A Vanguard Study. (3:35) Pillar 1 - Portfolio Construction. (5:10) Pillar 2 - Wealth Management. (7:12) Pillar 3 - Behavioral

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18:13

What the SILICON VALLEY BANK Means to Your Investments

Pension Attention ·

2023/03/14

Last Friday, The Silicon Valley Bank collapsed and became the second largest bank failure in U.S. history. With the news media in a frenzy, this event has many individual investors wondering how it will affect their money. In today's episode, Brad discusses Charles Schwab's company statements and what this bank collapse means for many of us. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Charles Schwab The Custodian. (2:28) Breaking Down The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse. (7:19) Where Will the Cash Go

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18:38

"Real Talk" About INVESTING

Pension Attention ·

2023/03/07

Investing has its ups and downs and for many, it is difficult to navigate the landscape. Understanding the investment "playbook" can be a challenge but it can be done with discipline. In today's episode, Brad "gets real" about investing by sharing some of his personal journey, plus things to understand about your past that could create a better future for yourself. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: When Investing Clicked For Brad. (2:04) Remember The Past, But Don't Forget Your Future. (5:02)

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24:08

1st Quarter Financial Playbook 2023

Pension Attention ·

2023/02/22

There is much to learn from 2022 as it relates to the 1st quarter of 2023. In doing so, our brain trust here at One Capital Management has completed the first quarter financial playbook. In this episode, Brad reveals interesting data points in the first part of this year which could come as a surprise... some good and some bad. However, we must remember that staying the course is key in order to having a strong portfolio. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Global Capital Markets Behave! (4:18)

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19:30

TAX Season Is In Full Swing

Pension Attention ·

2023/02/15

It's everyone's favorite time of the year... TAX SEASON! And for some, tax season presents many challenges... some old and some new. But there could be light at the end of the tunnel. In this episode, Brad shares 3 very important frames of reference you should be discussing with your tax preparer. Plus, a little reminder of why we pay income tax in the first place. Listen now. Show Highlights Include: Did The 16th Amendment Make Sense? (2:21) Know These 3 Frames Of Reference. (5:58) The

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