Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is income vs growth.  It's a deep dive into income vs. growth investing. Which of these investment strategies is right for you?  You need to make an important decision.   Either approach can be effective for generating good investment returns. But, picking the right strategy depends on your objectives.  Scott says seniors are making this biggest mistake.  What is it?  It's important not to turn off the faucet of growth investing and turning on to income investing in retirement.

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is end of year prep.  The end of 2024 is getting closer.  But, there's always more work to do before you ring in the new year.  What are the things you can do to be better off financially.  It all starts with taking a trip and reviewing your finances.  Plus, how do you downsize in retirement?  Decluttering is key.  You can declutter your finances too.

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is what's inside your income toolbox. It's all about building a stronger portoflio one tool at a time.  It takes a lot of financial tools to keep your finances on track.  A big discussion today is corporate bonds.   Plus, bricks are changing the way countries play the money game.  What are bricks and how are they affecting the American dollar and the financial future?

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is what is bric currency.  They actually can change the money game.  Learn why these countries are using this currency and how it can make trading easier.  It's simply adding another controller into the currency game.  Plus, now that we know who is the next president.  How will the new administration affect taxes, the economy, inflation and most of all, financial portfoilios?

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is your portolio safe.  We all might think our portfolios are safe.  But are they really or are we just riding a risk roller coaster?  Most people are unaware and seniors are making a mistake.  What is it?  Plus, Scott will look at the new presidential adminstration and take a deep dive into how it will affect investments, taxes, the economy and your retirement.

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is new era of financial confidence.  Now that we know who the next president will be, how will the new administration affect your portfolio, taxes, estate plans and how you make the most of these changes.  Plus, Scott helps you keep your money safe from the traps and pitfalls of financial planning with his book 'Three Blind Mice'.  He says your finances should not get out of control

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is retirement missteps and veteran's benefits.  When planning for retirement, are you confidient that you are not making any misstakes?  Would you like to know more now so you don't have a painful lesson in the future?  There are five common mistakes retirees make before entering retirement.  It all starts with a fully mapped out strategy.  Most people don't have one.  But, Scott has a unique process to help your retirement.  Plus, a look at the veteran's benefits that could assist those in retirement and it can be a significant financial difference.

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is mistakes to avoid in retirement.  There are seven of them and could derail your future.  Plus, it's in an depth look at your finances with an evaluation of where most Americans are currently and what's coming financially in the future.  With the end of year approaching, it's important to review your finances from the past year and make necessary adjustments to strengthen your portfolio.

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.   Today's show is protecting yourself from fraud.  You need to know how to spot and avoid common scams and fraud, such as identity theft, imposter scams and other scams targeting victims, especially seniors.  Plus, medical bills can knock you off your feet both physically and financially. But, you need to plan for medical expenses, it's a reality.  Why is it important to plan for the worst, especially when it comes to your finances?  The answers are here on Financial Insanity.

This is Financial Insanity w-Scott McLean.  Today's show is election reaction.  Now that the election is over, it's going to affect your financial future.  One key area affected is money and taxes.  Your financial advisor should be looking at this.  Another key area is inflation.  Will it get better?  Plus, a discussion of retirement's complex legal and tax issues.