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What are the skills you need for making the right financial decision? Gary Belsky, CEO of Elland Road Partners and author of Why Smart People Make Big Money Mistakes and How to Correct Them, shares techniques for making effective decisions. Who is the best person to brainstorm and deliberate with about your financial decisions? What should you do if there is no one to talk to? When investing your money, don't forget about the power of compound interest. Learn about compound interest, and how it could help create a more comfortable retirement. Follow Gary Belsky on Twitter @GaryBelsky.

Every U.S. citizen, even if resident abroad, has an obligation to file American taxes. This law applies even if you don't owe anything. Veteran U.S. accountant and tax advisor Philip Stein explains what your tax obligations are to the IRS as a U.S. citizen living abroad. Find out what you need to report, what happens with Israeli retirement accounts and your keren hishtalmut. How much information does the IRS require from Americans who are resident overseas? Does your retirement planning include investing in an ETF (Exchange Traded Fund)? Listen to a detailed description of the different kinds of ETFs that are available, how they work, and how to decide if they are an appropriate investment for you. Follow Philip Stein, his blog, and podcast on: http://www.pstein.com and on Twitter @philipcpa Neither Profile nor PRG gives tax or legal advice. Dual citizens are advised to consult with a tax attorney who is knowledgeable about dual citizens.

Market volatility is affected by current events. What's an investor's best response to unexpected headlines? Financial advisor Joe Saul-Sehy returns to The Goldstein on Gelt Show to talk about what to expect as financial markets react to the upcoming U.S. elections.

Roger Whitney, "The Retirement Answer Man," joins host Douglas Goldstein, director of Profile Investment Services, Ltd., to discuss the most common financial mistakes that people make. Learn the best way to work with your spouse to jointly manage your finances and other important money issues.

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Everyone wants financial security. Interestingly enough, one of the biggest indicators of financial success doesn't deal with numbers at all. How does self-confidence affect the way women deal with personal finance? Financial podcaster and money counselor Jen Hemphill explains why financial struggles are frequently caused by a lack of self-confidence. Why do stay-at-home mothers often feel guilty about not earning money, even though they are doing an important job? As the American presidential elections approach, Doug Goldstein CFP® and guest co-host, financial advisor Roger Whitney, from The Retirement Man podcast, explore how the resultant economic upheaval may affect the way you invest. What should you do when dramatic world events impact the economy? Can having liquid assets available protect your portfolio? Follow Jen Hemphill at: http://jenhemphill.com/, where you can also join her financial community, and also on Twitter @jenhemphill Follow Roger Whitney at http://rogerwhitney.com/ and on Twitter @Roger_whitney

If you're thinking of investing in the airline industry, what do you need to know? Seth Kaplan, managing partner of Airline Weekly and author of Glory Lost and Found: How Delta Climbed from Despair to Dominance in the Post-9/11 Era, explains how Delta Airlines reinvented itself and came back from its 2005 bankruptcy declaration. Find out the factors you should take into account if you are considering investing in an airline and what it takes for an airline to be profitable. What are the secrets of long-term investing? On today's show, Doug Goldstein, CFP® talks about long-term investing and whether it's worthwhile taking advantage of your 401(k) plan in spite of the annual administration fees. Follow Seth Kaplan on http://airlineweekly.com and on Twitter: @Airline_Weekly.

How much money do you need to save for retirement? Labor economist Teresa Ghilarducci, author of How to Retire With Enough Money: And How to Know What Enough Is, explains how to make this decision, based both on rules of thumb and your personal situation. Find out how to avoid the most common mistakes that people make when planning for retirement. Doug Goldstein, CFP®, talks about withdrawing from your retirement savings. Learn about the adverse results of not taking "required minimum distributions" on today's show. Follow Teresa Ghilarducci at http://teresaghilarducci.org/ and on Twitter @tghilarducci

An important, yet neglected, aspect of financial success is organizing your paperwork. Melanie Cullen, author of Get It Together: Organize Your Records So Your Family Won't Have To, explains why organized paperwork helps you manage your finances efficiently. Find out the best ways to organize your information and why storing it in the cloud is not always the best idea. After your paperwork is organized, and you can see your financial situation clearly, it's easier to think about retirement planning. This week's show discusses how to plan for retirement when you there are so many unknowns. Special guest: Zack the Puppet, CFPP. What's a CFPP? Listen to the show to find out. Learn more about Melanie Cullen at: http://getittogetherbook.com Contact Zack, CFPP by clicking here.

Efficient estate administration minimizes the amount of time it takes heirs to receive an inheritance. Estate expert Peggy Atkins Munro, author of Estate and Trust Administration for Dummies, explains the basics that everyone should know when dealing with an estate, whether it is preparing your own estate or an inheritance. Find out the difference between a will and an estate plan and why both are important. In addition to estate planning, it is also important to pay attention to your investments while you are still alive. On today's show, Doug Goldstein CFP® discusses how a brokerage firm works. Where does your money go when you invest it in a brokerage account, and how is it handled? Follow Peggy Atkins Munro at www.taxpanacea.com

What's the first thing you should do if you receive a sudden windfall, such as an inheritance, legal settlement, or bonus? Robert Pagliarini, president of Pacifica Wealth Advisors and author of The Sudden Wealth Solution: 12 Principles to Transform Sudden Wealth Into Lasting Wealth, gives advice on how to take control of the situation. How do you get proper financial help and guidance, and how should you deal with people who want a slice of your newfound wealth? Most of us accrue wealth not through a windfall but through savings and compound growth. One popular investment vehicle to grow wealth is ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds). Listen to learn more about ETFs and if they are suitable for your situation. Also on the show is surprise guest Zack the Puppet, CFPP, who talks about a new financial educational resource. Follow Robert Pagliarini on http://suddenwealthsolution.com and on Twitter @rPagliarini

Can an investment failure ultimately lead you to financial success? Yahoo Finance columnist Rick Newman, author of Rebounders: How Winners Pivot From Setback to Success, talks about how to rebound from a loss. Find out how to determine whether you should quit and minimize your losses or ride out a difficult situation till the end. Instead of being afraid of failure, use it as a learning tool. Doug Goldstein, CFP® talks about the upcoming U.S. presidential elections and how their influence on market volatility. Listen for information about a free webinar on how the election results may affect your retirement savings. (Reserve your spot here.) Also find out about a common investment strategy that leads many investors astray – and what you can do instead. Follow Rick Newman at: http://rickjnewman.com and on Twitter @rickjnewman