The global pandemic has cause a lot of economic disruption and financial pain. To offset such financial difficulties, many people buy insurance. In today's show we explore if insurance policies are actually helping during this crisis. In particular, we will discuss whether or not health insurance, disability insurance, and business income insurance policies are covering this global pandemic.

Free is a good thing right? Well, as the old saying goes, nothing in life is free. Or is it? In this show we talk about many of the things we are offered for free, but that really do come with a cost. Inspired by the man who drove to 11 Wendy's fast food restaurants to get free chicken nuggets, this show may make you think twice about taking that next thing for "free".

Should retirees have received a stimulus check? Is is going to hurt them in the long run? In this show we talk about the good and the bad of the recent government stimulus. We touch on deflation and inflation and, most importantly, the debt our country has undertaken to save our economy.

Target Date Funds are quite popular within 401(k)'s. The purpose and strategy of these funds makes a lot of sense. However, for people that are close to retirement, these Target Date Funds may be missing the mark. In this show we discuss how these funds may not be designed for those within 10 years, 5 years, or even closer to retirement.

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Security Act (CARES) has some parts that impact our retirement system. In this show we discuss the main implications including changes to RMDs, early withdrawal penalties from IRAs and 401ks, and how taxes are deferred from retirement withdrawals. The big question we answer - is there a way to benefit financially from the CARES Act rule changes?

The global pandemic is not a good situation by any measure, particularly when it relates to finances. However, in today's show we discuss the positive aspects of our situation. In fact, Dan shares how this global crisis might actually provide the opportunity of a lifetime for many people.

Retiring can be a wonderfully exciting time in your life. It can also be difficult and stressful, especially if you retire during an economic crash or a global pandemic.

In this show, we will talk about retiring during turmoil. We'll discuss the challenges and strategies of pulling the retirement trigger when the stock market is in bear territory. Don't worry, the answer isn't to delay retirement...at least not for everyone.

A big part of estate planning is taking care of others when you pass away. In this show we talk specifically about different scenarios and issues that may arise when it comes to beneficiaries. Perhaps you are leaving assets to minor children. Maybe you have some restrictions you'd like to establish for adult beneficiaries, particularly those that may not be great at handling money. Join Dan as he discusses these important issues with estate planner Debbie Faulkner.

Men's Health recently released a series of videos with a Men's Wealth theme. They interviewed various celebrities and had them share financial mistakes and lessons. In this show we will discuss the highlights from these interviews and relate them to the average person.

Is saving for retirement a waste of resources? Does it make more financial sense to spend your money on living while you are young and healthy? This might sound strange, but if you run the numbers, for some people this no-savings retirement strategy might be smart.