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We’re Retiring Better
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 retire…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
So Long Silly ETFs
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 …
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Certificate of Excitement?
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 be…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Culling the Real Estate Herd?
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 powe…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Global Questions
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 f…Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Seeking Diversification
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,…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Stealthy Budget Killers
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 …
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
New Highs Mean Little
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 m…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
The Great Home Debate
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 d…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago
Questions and Songs
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 w…
Published on 1 year, 11 months ago