WealthWise with SageSpring

Ep 5: Understanding Private Investments


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In this episode of Wealthwise with SageSpring, Jordan McFarland, CFP® and Mac McDonald CFA break down today’s shifting economic landscape.

They examine how the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cuts, rising credit card delinquencies, and other economic indicators may shape investor decision-making.

The conversation highlights the growing accessibility of private investments—spanning private equity, private credit, and real estate—and why these alternatives are becoming central to diversified strategies.

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  • 00:00 – Introduction and Overview
  • 02:00 – Federal Reserve Interest Rate Cuts
  • 07:28 – Credit Card Delinquencies and Economic Indicators
  • 12:28 – Democratization of Private Investments
  • 14:50 – Understanding Private vs Public Investments
  • 21:02 – Exploring Private Equity
  • 23:14 – The Rise of Private Credit
  • 25:32 – Real Estate as an Alternative Investment
  • 28:24 – Conclusion and Real-World Applications

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WealthWise with SageSpringBy Jordan McFarland, CFP®