Most investors think they have “safety of principal” in their portfolios… do you? Did you tell your broker you want to focus on safety in your investments? If so, does your portfolio reflect your ideal risk/safety level? Doug stresses the importance of having clear communication with your broker. An investor must understand their own investments, and make sure they are appropriate. The best tool for a conservative investor may be CDs (certificates of deposits.) Doug lays out the benefits and different types of CDs. If “safety” is a major concern for you in your investments, then Doug has some helpful tips.

Keep your loved one’s estate out of probate

Ronald Farrington Sharp is an estate planner and the author of Living Trust for Everyone. Ronald explains how to avoid probate when a loved one passes on, and how to steer clear of unnecessary red tape. Doug and Ronald discuss the difference between a “will” and a “trust” and what the ideal situation is for each of these arrangements. To read more about the uses of trusts you can find Ronald’s book Living Trust for Everyone on Amazon. If you’re not already receiving updates on new episodes, sign up now, and as a special bonus, receive Doug’s free ebook The Retirement Planning Book.