In Ep. 287 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Brendan and Tom discuss 2020 market forecasts, why they aren’t helpful, and why it’s important not to hang your hat on other people’s predictions.  Nobody can predict the future, but for some reason people expect “market experts” to try. Show Notes ‘The Ultimate Market 2020 Playbook’ – […]

In Ep. 286 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, the team discusses a handful of important topics surrounding retirement.  From planning for retirement, knowing how much risk you need to take with your portfolio, what to do if a bear market hits right before you retire, and more! Show Notes ‘How Much Risk is TOO Much […]

In Ep. 285 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Brendan and Tom discuss just how long bull markets can go for.  It’s usually a lot longer than most people expect.  They also talk about a new proposed way to pay off student loan debt. Show Notes ‘Rand Paul’s New Bill Would Let Americans Pay Off Student […]

In Ep. 284, Brendan and Tom discuss the often-used phrase “cash on the sidelines”  and how market pundits like to use it as a signal for the market.  They also discuss home prices and the slow generational transfer of property. Show Notes ‘Investment Signals Would Be Great, If They Worked’ – John Rekenthaler – Morningstar […]

In Ep. 283 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Brendan and Tom discuss their biggest issue with car loans today.  The length of the loans make monthly payments seem affordable, but really keep the individuals in a never-ending payment schedule costing more than they thought. Show Notes ‘A $45,000 Loan for a $27,000 Ride: More Borrowers […]

In Ep. 282 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Brendan and Tom look at claims made by famous market callers who claimed “armageddon” was coming for the market.  What would have happened to your investments if you had listened to them at the time? Show Notes The Consequences of Listening to the Armageddonists, 2010-2019 Investing Armageddon […]

In Ep. 281 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Brendan and Tom discuss the upcoming Presidential election in 2020 and what it should mean for your portfolio.  Should you make changes based on who wins or loses?  They also discuss estate planning for college students, and a hierarchy of stock market losses. Show Notes ‘Morgan Stanley […]

In Ep. 280 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, we answer a handful of questions surrounding student loans.  There has been A LOT of news surrounding the amount of debt people have, whether or not to go to college, how to take out/pay off loans, so we recap everything for you in this episode. Show Notes […]

In Ep. 279 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Brendan and Tom discuss whether or not the traditional 60/40 portfolio is still a viable option for investors.  They outline what the portfolio is, why “defaults” for investor portfolios aren’t ideal, and more! Show Notes ‘Bank of America Declares ‘The End of the 60-40′ Standard Portfolio’ – […]

In Ep. 278 of the Mullooly Asset Podcast, Tom and Tim discuss 403(b) plans and some of the unappealing sales practices that get tied along with them.  It’s important for teachers and other 403(b) participants to know the truth.  They also discuss rules of thumb when it comes to saving for retirement. Show Notes Tony […]