Our 2 Cents

Welcome back to Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel Lewit! On today's show, the hosts explore key insights from 1099 forms and share powerful habits to boost your happiness. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Gabriel's 'Quick Hit':
   • Discover the key takeaways from the Fed's rate hold, recession predictions, and GDP analysis.
       
2. What You Can Learn from 1099 Forms:
   • Uncover how 1099s, though often seen as routine, can reveal crucial insights into your portfolio and tax efficiency.
           
3. Happy Habits:
   • Uncover the 10 habits of those who lead a truly happy and fulfilled life.

We're excited to bring you another episode of Our 2 Cents! Today, the Lewits break down the latest stock market updates and uncover the surprising connections between March Madness and the world of finance. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Stock Market Updates:
   • Explore the current market conditions and the impact of new tariffs, understanding that fluctuations are inevitable and to avoid impulsive investment decisions.
       
2. Gabriel's 'Quick Hit':
   • Learn about the newly created woolly mice and explore whether de-extinction is a breakthrough or a cause for concern.
           
3. March Madness Money Lessons:
   • Uncover the parallels between NCAA tournament and stock picking, along with the valuable investment lessons they offer.

We are back with a great episode of Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel Lewit! On today's show, Steve and Gabriel answer a thought-provoking listener question and dive into everything you need to know about asset gifting to grandchildren. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Quotes of the Month:
   • "Money frees you from doing things you dislike. And since I dislike doing nearly everything, money is handy." – Groucho Marx
   • "Wealth consists not in having great possessions, but in having few wants." – Epictetus
       
2. Gabriel's 'Quick Hits':
   • Discover the current landscape of tariffs, shaped by ongoing trade tensions and evolving policies, and what it could mean for you.
   • Gain insights about the new tax bill recently passed by the House.
       
3. Listener Question:
   • "We've always dreamed of having a vacation home to visit several times a year once we're retired, and while I think we can afford it, I'm unsure whether to take out a mortgage on the vacation home, tap the line of credit on our primary home, or sell some investments to buy it with cash—how would you advise me?" – Terry
         
4. Gifting Assets for Your Grandchildren:
   • Explore various gifting options that can help build a nest egg for your grandkids.

Welcome back to Our 2 Cents with Steve and Gabriel Lewit! On today's episode, the Lewits explore the dynamic world of financial content creators, followed by a quick recap of our Stock Market and Economic Update Webinar. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Gabriel's 'Quick Hit':
   • With discussions around overhauling the IRS, this tax season brings uncertainty and raises questions about the filing schedule.
       
2. The Finfluencer Phenomenon:
   • Uncover the worst saving advice from social media finfluencers (financial influencers) and why following their tips could cost you more than you think.
       
3. Market and Economic Outlook Webinar Recap:
   • Explore key themes for the 2025 financial year and where the market may be headed.
         
4. Getting to Know Steve and Gabriel:
   • If you had to pick a new career, completely unrelated to your current one…what would it be?
   • Do you believe in life on other planets?

After a brief break, we’re excited to bring you a brand-new episode of Our 2 Cents! Today, Steve and Gabriel dive into smart tax strategies, share financial lessons from the Super Bowl, and tackle an interesting listener question. Listen in now using a link below!

1. It's Tax Season!:
   • Discover top tax strategies to streamline your preparation and ensure a stress-free, organized tax season.
       
2. Gabriel's 'Quick Hit':
   • Uncover a new scam involving unpaid tolls and learn about the dangers of smishing.
       
3. Financial Insights from the Super Bowl:
   • Explore insightful quotes from Coach Andy Reid, transformed into valuable lessons for achieving success in your retirement.
         
4. Listener Question:
   • “Given that I'm holding $350,000 in cash in my IRA, how long should I wait before reinvesting it if I'm anticipating a market crash?” – Marty

Welcome to an informative episode of Our 2 Cents! On today's episode, Steve and Gabriel conclude our '5 Mistakes' series with a deep dive into tariffs and answering a pressing listener question. Listen in now using a link below!

1. 5 Mistake Special (Part 2):
   • Uncover 5 common vacation planning mistakes and discover smarter ways to make the most of your trip.
       
2. All About Tariffs:
   • Explore the economic ramifications of tariffs and their impact on trade, industry, and the global economy.
       
3. Listener Question:
   • "Given our plan to mutually care for each other in old age, except in cases of severe health decline, how much long-term care coverage do we really need?" – Holly
         
4. Quotes of the Month:
   • “It’s easy to meet expenses. Everywhere you go, there they are.” – Anonymous
   • “There’s a very easy way to return from a casino with a small fortune—go there with a large one.” – Jack Yelton

We are back with another fantastic episode of Our 2 Cents! Today, Steve and Gabriel discuss the latest in cancer testing and take a look at what's happening with home and car sales. We're also kicking off a two-part series exploring common money mistakes. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Quotes of the Month:
   • “Money doesn’t change you. It reveals who you are when you no longer have to be nice.” – Tim Ferriss
   • “Success seems to be connected to action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” – Conrad Hilton
       
2. Gabriel's 'Quick Hits':
   • Explore the potential of a new cancer-screening blood test, examining its pros, cons, and price to determine its value.
   • Learn how soaring interest rates are contributing to a slowdown in home and car sales.
         
3. 5 Mistake Special (Part 1):
   • Discover 5 key mistakes to avoid in your investment portfolio and tips for improvement.

Join us for this momentous 200th episode of Our 2 Cents! Steve and Gabriel commemorate this significant achievement, reflecting on their podcasting journey, and expressing their sincere appreciation to our loyal listeners. We then dive into the intriguing concept of 'snowbirds' as the winter weather takes hold. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Then vs Now:
   • Delve into the early days of Our 2 Cents and rediscover the initial themes and conversations that sparked our podcasting journey.
   • Explore our analytics to reveal intriguing data points about our podcast's trajectory.
       
2. Getting to Know Steve and Gabriel:
   • What have you learned over these past 200 episodes?
   • What's been the most surprising outcome of creating this podcast?
         
3. Snowbirds:
   • Uncover the allure of the snowbird lifestyle, explore top destinations, and key factors to consider before embarking on this seasonal escape.

In today’s episode of Our 2 Cents, Gabriel kicks things off with a couple market updates and a message from the Surgeon General. Later, the Lewits dive into shifting negative financial thoughts into a more positive and empowering mindset. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Gabriel's 'Quick Hits':
   • Discover how the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) implemented a groundbreaking rule to eliminate medical debt from credit reports.
   • Gain insights into the Fed's latest advice for the stock market.
       
2. The Surgeon General's Heartfelt Message:
   • Hear what Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has to say to Americans citizens about safeguarding your well-being.
         
3. Money Transformations:
   • Learn how common negative thought patterns can be transformed into actionable financial strategies that lay the foundation for lasting success.

We are back after a brief break with another great episode of Our 2 Cents! On today's episode, Steve and Gabriel discuss the latest Fed rate cut and the newly passed Social Security benefits bill. Then, they dive into how to shift your money attitude for a prosperous New Year. Listen in now using a link below!

1. Another Fed Cut:
   • Learn how the Federal Reserve's third consecutive 25-basis-point rate cut has fueled speculation about future economic prospects and the potential impact on money market accounts.
       
2. Social Security Fairness Act:
   • Identify which Americans will receive a substantial increase in Social Security benefits due to the recently enacted bipartisan legislation.
   • Determine which provisions within the Social Security system are being removed through this new law.
         
3. New Year's Financial Resolutions:
   • Examine your past money mindset and discover how applying new financial resolutions can transform your 2025.