On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain where you can go to find out whether a financial advisor is legit. A caller with three adopted grandchildren asks whether his wife’s Social Security benefit can replace death benefits the grandchildren are currently receiving. A retiree from Texas wants to know whether his portfolio has too much cash in it. Finally, Scott and Pat explain the advantages of wash sales, and help a caller decide whether to invest in bond funds.
 
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Financial advisors under the microscope, plus questions about Social Security, a portfolio allocation, wash sales, and bond funds.

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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat help a woman decide whether it’s a good idea to sell her rental property. A father of two with a third on the way nearly leaves Scott and Pat speechless when he breaks down his financial situation. A caller with millions invested in her aerospace company’s stock wonders whether she holds too much of it. Finally, Scott and Pat discuss the connection between volatile leaders and company stock prices.
 
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A condo investment question, a younger father dreaming of an early retirement, and when you might own too much company stock.

On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat help a 19-year old decide where to park $400,000 a distant relative passed down to him. It leads to a discussion about the importance of holding family meetings. A Wisconsin caller who received a new heart four years ago asks for help maximizing his family’s savings. Allworth advisor Andy Shafer joins the show to explain how he  helps clients when panic sets in. Finally, a Colorado man asks Scott and Pat whether they are worried about current price-to-earnings ratios.  
 
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A teen with a large inheritance, a heart transplant recipient who wants financial success, and how a qualified advisor keeps you calm when the waters are rough.

On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat start the show by discussing the current state of the economy with Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout, and then explain why some should pay little attention to the data. A caller with an 80/20 stock to bond allocation wonders whether he should tweak the bond portion of his portfolio. A Colorado man asks for guidance on how to handle a six-figure inheritance. Finally, Scott and Pat reveal how you can spot a financial advisor who doesn’t act as a fiduciary 100% of the time.
 
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Why some investors should ignore economic data, a $700,000 inheritance question, and a warning about advisors who act as fiduciaries only some of the time.

On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss the latest technique fraudsters are using to trick investors. A retired teacher finds out why she should add some risk to her portfolio. A California caller wants to know whether he is in good shape to retire next year. A mother of two asks for guidance on how to ensure her wishes will be carried out once she passes. Finally, Scott and Pat advise a couple who has yet to dip into multiple income sources.
 
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The new pump and dump scheme, where to invest in 2024, and questions about a portfolio allocation, an estate plan, and income streams.

On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain the financial impact of embracing not just the journey, but the destination. A Virginia caller who is five years from retirement asks for help understanding how his contributions impact his taxes. A California man wants to know whether he should take out a loan so he can build a home. Finally, a Pennsylvania caller wonders whether she should tithe from her Social Security income.
 
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The balance between living for the present and saving for the future, the tax implications of retirement contributions, why home loans can make sense for good savers, and a talk about tithing.

Financial advisors under the microscope, plus questions about Social Security, a portfolio allocation, wash sales, and bond funds.

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