On this week’s Best of Simply Money podcast, Bob and Brian unpack the booming world of alternative investments—from gold and crypto to private equity and real estate. Is now the time to diversify beyond stocks and bonds? Plus, what big bank earnings tell us about the economy, what a Cincinnati real estate expert sees in 2026, and how to financially support aging parents without derailing your own retirement. And if you waited until now to think about your 2025 taxes—don’t worry, there’s still time.