Government policy changes, retirement plan access, and federal fraud investigations are explored alongside concerns about taxpayer funding, investment options, and accountability. Mark Minnella and co hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight a proposed government backed retirement plan, discuss trillions potentially lost to fraud, and consider efforts to increase oversight and transparency. The conversation also introduces a petition seeking biblically responsible investment options and examines rising health care costs and alternative sharing models. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Mark Minnella with co hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore the Supreme Court decision affecting tariff authority and consider its constitutional and economic implications. They highlight concerns about national debt, government spending, and the responsibility of Congress in financial stewardship. The program examines the surge in sports betting following the Big Game, presenting cultural influences, addiction risks, and stewardship principles from a Christian perspective. The conversation introduces accountability, wise money management, and aligning financial decisions with faith values. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today.

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In this "Best Of Financial Issues," sector rotation, portfolio diversification, and faith centered stewardship shape the conversation as current market shifts and practical investing questions are explored. Mark Minnella, Seth Udinski, and Sam Case highlight the movement of capital into industrials, materials, and energy while discussing how diversification and asset allocation can help navigate changing conditions. They also consider portfolio balance, position sizing, and accessible tools for evaluating companies. The program closes by highlighting biblically responsible investing and ministry efforts that support life and community impact. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today.

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Biblical stewardship and faith aligned investing are explored, highlighting growing awareness among believers seeking to honor God through financial decisions. Mark Minnella with Seth Udinski and Sam Case highlight a petition urging investment options that allow participation without compromising Christian convictions and share reactions from those newly introduced to biblically responsible investing. The program also considers college savings choices, retirement planning, and the distinction between ownership and consumption in financial decisions. Pro life outreach efforts are highlighted, inviting listeners to support life affirming ministry work. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Broadcasting from the NRB convention, Mark Minnella with Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore Christian media collaboration, ministry outreach, and cultural engagement. Conversations highlight biblical stewardship, faith driven investing, and efforts to align financial decisions with Christian values. A listener call introduces considerations for CDs, IRAs, and required minimum distributions when planning long term savings. Updates also mention market activity, partner support, and a campaign supporting mothers and unborn children. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Ministry outreach and media engagement opportunities are highlighted alongside calls for prayer and participation. Cultural and corporate developments are explored, including federal scrutiny of medical practices involving minors and changes to DEI board standards. The growth of sports wagering is mentioned with concern over language that blurs the line between gambling and investing. Listener questions introduce stewardship themes such as preparing a spouse to manage investments, handling large stock gains, and maintaining balanced portfolios. The program also highlights the Preborn campaign and ongoing life affirming outreach efforts. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today.

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Broadcasting live from the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, the program explores portfolio diversification, tax refund trends, and current market concerns while highlighting ministry outreach and pro life initiatives. Mark Minnella, with co hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case, discuss how excessive diversification can dilute growth potential and how proper asset allocation helps manage risk. They also consider how larger tax refunds may reflect overwithholding and introduce ways to adjust withholding for better stewardship. The conversation highlights long term investing perspectives, noting that market volatility can present opportunities rather than cause alarm. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today. Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical needs through prayer, encouragement, and financial support. Learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org.

Presidents Day reflections highlight faith, leadership, and the role of God's providence in the nation's history while encouraging gratitude and prayer for those in authority. Mark Minnella with Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore encouraging deficit trends, concerns about retirement savings, and stewardship perspectives on debt and long term planning. The program also shares updates on upcoming ministry opportunities and invites prayer for outreach at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention. The Preborn campaign is highlighted, emphasizing the life changing impact of providing ultrasounds to expectant mothers. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Mark Minnella alongside Seth Udinski and Sam Case explore recent market volatility, softer inflation data, and how media narratives can shape investor perception. They discuss practical stewardship principles such as when to consider taking profits, how asset allocation and risk tolerance influence portfolio decisions, and why maintaining a healthy "sleep factor" matters. The conversation highlights portfolio diversification, pruning winning positions responsibly, and managing exposure within reasonable percentage ranges. They also present strategies related to tax considerations, charitable giving, and faithful investing while encouraging support for the PreBorn Heartbeat campaign. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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