You might be thinking that a Roth conversion could be a smart way to avoid paying some of the taxes on your RMD, but unfortunately for you, the government thought of that first. Nathan discusses required minimum distribution rules, common misconceptions about loopholes, and some proactive planning strategies for reducing the RMD tax bite. Also on MoneyTalk, understanding stock options, and the rise of JP Morgan. Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 9/9/2026; Original Air Dates: 1/28/2026 & 5/17/2023. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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Debt is one of our least favorite four letter words, but the truth is that not all debt is created equal, and in some cases it can be used as part of a broader strategy for investing in your future. Donna and Nathan discuss good vs bad debt, and how it can be used as a tool if you have the discipline. Also on MoneyTalk, financial fasting, and Stock Trivia: Battle of the Sowas. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 9/3/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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We live in an increasingly frictionless world, with automatic bill payments and 401(k) contributions, but too few people apply this strategy to their emergency savings, and the result has been an increased rate of early retirement distributions for unforeseen expenses. Donna discusses the prevailing problem of 401(k) leakage, and how automating your savings can help you avoid it. Also on MoneyTalk, the benefits of a trust, and how to know if you need long-term care insurance. Host: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF®; Air Date: 8/31/2026; Original Air Dates: 8/18/2025, 4/22/2024 & 4/3/2023. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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Mark Twain once said, “History seldom repeats itself, but it often rhymes”, and this can be a powerful lesson when applied to the markets. Nathan discusses the dangers of putting too much stock in historical performance, and to remember that every moment is unique. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History we tell the story of how Charlie Merrill contributed to the democratization of the stock market and the rise of the American middle class. Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 9/2/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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Funds that are actively managed often carry higher internal expenses, which can be justified when they deliver alpha, but that is not always the case. Donna and Nathan discuss the types of funds that can make sense to pay a premium for, and those that don’t. Also on MoneyTalk, choosing the executor of your estate, and Stock Trivia: Battle of the Sowas. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 9/1/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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On this edition of our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History, Nathan and Daniel explain how FDR used the aftermath of the Great Depression to pass the most progressive and influential package of political and social reforms in our nation’s history: the New Deal. Also on MoneyTalk, how advisors use the Monte Carlo simulation in the retirement planning process. Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Guest Host: Daniel Sowa; Air Date: 8/26/2026; Original Air Dates: 4/5/2023 & 7/12/2024. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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After 3+ decades of MoneyTalk, if we haven’t sold you on the importance for saving for retirement, then you haven’t been listening! But just in case you need more convincing, Donna and Nathan offer 10 reasons to save for retirement, including: Social Security likely won’t be enough to live on, people are living longer, new 401K features make saving easier than ever, and more. Also on MoneyTalk, Stock Trivia: Battle of the Sowas. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®; Air Date: 8/25/2026; Original Air Date: 8/11/2023. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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Sometimes a new client will come in thinking that their investments may need some slight adjusting, only to discover that what they really need is portfolio triage. Donna takes us through some client portfolio nightmares, how they develop, and how to dig yourself out. Also on MoneyTalk, benefits of a trust in estate planning. Host: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF®; Air Date: 8/24/2025; Original Air Dates: 10/30/2023 & 4/22/2024. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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We typically only hear about bonds when we experience spikes in interest rates or inflation, but understanding how bonds work helps us to better understand how the economy functions. Nathan takes us through 10 things you should know about bonds. Also on MoneyTalk, how different types of business entities function, and exit planning strategies. Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 8/14/2026; Original Air Date: 5/1/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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Follow Nathan as he journeys through the long history of Social Security. Also on this episode of MoneyTalk, Nathan discusses the importance of contributing to retirement for all ages.

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