Explore the world of bonds with Mitch and Evan in this episode of Gimme Some Truth. Learn the key differences between bonds and stocks, how yield curves influence the market, and what recent market trends mean for investors. Discover how interest rates impact bond prices, the risks and rewards of long-term Treasuries, and practical strategies to navigate today’s fixed-income market.📌 Topics Covered:Bonds vs. stocks: Key distinctionsYield curves explained: Normal vs. invertedHow inflation shaped the 2022 bond marketMarket trends for 2023-2024 and beyondPractical fixed-income strategiesJ.P. Morgan Guide to the Markets: https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets/00:00 - Introduction: Welcome and team introductions.02:12 - Overview: Bonds vs. stocks explained.05:19 - Bonds and interest rates: The inverse relationship.07:56 - Yield curves: Normal vs. inverted.11:00 - 2022 bond market challenges: Inflation and interest rate hikes.12:03 - 2023 inverted yield curve: Short-term vs. long-term bonds.13:38 - 2024 bond market overview: A shift toward normal yield curves.16:15 - Fixed income dynamics: Impact of interest rate changes.17:46 - 30-year Treasury Bonds: Risks and rewards.19:21 - Speculative investing in bonds: Understanding strategies.SUBSCRIBE:   @walknercondon  For more on this topic and others check out the blog on our website: https://walknercondon.com/blog/ Visit our website for more financial planning resources and educational information: https://www.walknercondon.com

In this episode of Gimme Some Truth, hosts Nate Condon and Clint Walkner sit down with special guest Ryan Smith from Guild Mortgage to discuss the challenges of buying a home in 2025. With rising interest rates, low housing inventory, and a competitive market, homebuyers need to be strategic to secure the best deals.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How rising mortgage rates impact home affordability

✅ The housing supply shortage and its effect on buyers

✅ Smart mortgage strategies to win in a competitive market

✅ Creative financing options to improve your loan approval chances

✅ The importance of pre-approval and how to strengthen your offer

💰 Looking to buy a home in 2025? Learn tips and strategies to navigate the real estate market and avoid costly mistakes!

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0:00 - Introduction: Home Buying in 2025

0:40 - Guest Introduction: Ryan Smith from Guild Mortgage

1:11 - How the Mortgage Industry Has Changed

2:16 - Housing Market Challenges: Supply & Demand Issues

3:49 - Mortgage Strategies to Make a Stronger Offer

4:52 - Why Sellers Prefer Offers With Fewer Contingencies

6:27 - Why Pre-Approval is More Important Than Ever

8:34 - FHA vs. Conventional Loans: What’s Best?

9:36 - Why Gifted Money for Homebuyers is More Common

12:16 - The Long-Term Value of Real Estate

13:51 - Should You Consider a Temporary Rate Buydown?

15:58 - The Benefits of a 30-Year Fixed Mortgage

18:35 - Final Advice for Homebuyers in 2025

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📌 In this episode of "Gimme Some Truth," we continue our Money with Purpose series, focusing on historic women who transformed the financial world. From breaking barriers in banking to reshaping economic policies, these trailblazing women paved the way for financial equality.

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Topics Covered & Timestamps:

0:00 - Welcome & Introduction to Money with Purpose

0:40 - Why financial history matters for women

1:32 - Maggie Lena Walker: First woman to charter a U.S. bank

3:12 - Overcoming racial and gender barriers in banking6:45 - Muriel Siebert: First woman on the NYSE

7:30 - How Muriel Siebert had to fight for her place

9:10 - The challenges women faced in Wall Street history

11:07 - Ernesta Procope: Pioneering Black-owned insurance company

12:07 - How she revolutionized insurance access

14:14 - Janet Yellen: First female U.S. Treasury Secretary

16:32 - Janet Yellen’s impact on economic policy

18:21 - How these women continue to inspire change

19:54 - Key takeaways & final thoughts

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n this episode of Gimme Some Truth, financial advisor, Alicia Vande Ven, CFP® and estate planning attorney, Notesong Srisopark-Thompson, break down the key differences between wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations. Learn why probate is best avoided, when to transition from a will to a trust, and the importance of funding your trust properly. We also explore how financial planners and estate attorneys collaborate to protect your legacy.

Whether you’re just starting or revisiting your estate plan, this episode offers valuable tips to secure your family's future. Don't miss it!

Featured Guest:Notesong Srisopark-Thompson Senior Associate at Laffey, Sebranek, Auby & Ristau, S.C. https://www.lsar.law/notesong-thompson Topics Covered:Wills vs. Trusts: What’s the difference?Why beneficiary designations override your will.Probate court explained and how to avoid it.When to upgrade your estate plan with a trust.Cost considerations for estate planning.Introduction: Alicia and Notesong introduce the continuation of their estate planning discussion. (00:00:05)

Key Differences: Will, Trust, and Beneficiary Designation: Explanation of how these estate planning tools differ and their specific purposes. (00:00:35)

Understanding Probate and Why to Avoid It: Discussion on what probate is and its implications for estate planning. (00:01:37)

The Role of a Will in Estate Planning: Explanation of the importance of wills and their limitations. (00:03:11)

Trusts as a Tool to Avoid Probate: Introduction to revocable living trusts and their benefits. (00:03:41)

When to Transition from a Will to a Trust: Identifying life stages or financial circumstances when creating a trust is advisable. (00:07:53)

The Importance of Funding a Trust: Explanation of why updating account beneficiaries and funding a trust is crucial. (00:12:06)

Beneficiary Designations vs. Wills: How beneficiary designations on accounts override wills. (00:04:12)

Cost Implications of Estate Planning: Discussion on the financial impact of working with an estate planning attorney versus the potential costs of not planning. (00:08:55)

The Collaborative Role of Financial Planners and Estate Attorneys: How financial planners and attorneys work together to ensure seamless estate and financial planning. (00:14:11)

Learn the fundamentals of estate planning in this informative episode of Gimme Some Truth, featuring guest estate planning attorney, Notesong Srisopark-Thompson.

Discover the latest 2025 financial market trends, AI breakthroughs, and tax policy changes that could shape your investments. This episode of Gimme Some Truth covers Deep Seek AI’s impact on tech stocks, market overvaluation risks, S&P 500 concentration issues, and upcoming tax reforms. Learn how to navigate potential market corrections, portfolio diversification strategies, and political uncertainties that may influence global trade and economic stability. Stay ahead of market trends and make informed financial decisions in 2025!

Join us in this episode of Gimme Some Truth as we welcome Ian Beardsley to the Walkner Condon Financial Advisors team! Ian shares his inspiring journey from public accounting to financial advising, highlighting his passion for helping individuals and families. Discover how his global experiences, corporate expertise, and collaborative approach are making a difference in the world of financial planning. Don't miss this engaging introduction to one of our newest team members!

Join Syl and Clint in this in-depth market recap, exploring the 2025 economic outlook, investment strategies, and key trends such as AI's transformative impact and bond market dynamics. Learn how the Federal Reserve's policies influence interest rates, the implications of inflation, and the future of equities. Gain valuable insights into navigating a momentum-driven market and preparing for potential corrections. Perfect for investors, financial advisors, and anyone keen on understanding market shifts in the coming years.

This episode of Gimme Some Truth is an introduction into a series exploring how people can reframe conversations about money to focus on goals, purpose, and empowerment. Financial advisors Polly Price and Alicia Vande Ven, CFP® address societal taboos, financial education gaps, and the importance of shifting discussions from numbers to achieving life goals like retirement, education, and travel. Gain insights on asking better financial questions and building confidence in managing money.

In this episode, Nate and Clint explore the challenges and benefits of embracing change, discussing why people often resist it and how to overcome it. Covering essential topics like adapting to retirement, managing life transitions, and building resilience, they share practical strategies for turning change into an opportunity for growth. Discover how to handle change in both personal and professional life, improve your mindset, and tackle daily challenges with confidence. Ideal for those preparing for retirement, facing life changes, or seeking ways to improve adaptability, this episode provides actionable insights for managing life’s big shifts.