Brian reviews the economy and market performance for the first half of the year. It has been a tale of two markets - the NASDAQ has done well, while the S&P 500 has had challenges. He also discusses the outlook for the remainder of 2020, noting that the markets can remain elevated even if economy doesn't snap back as quickly.

Chris and Brian talk about the pros & cons of investment property real estate. Annie Hart Cool of Sotheby's International tells how active the real estate market on Cape Cod is and what's behind it.

Steve Buller, CFA®, manages Fidelity's Real Estate Investment Portfolio and a couple of their real estate funds. Steve talks about how they manage real estate funds and investing in REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts).

Bob Tranchell of The Federal Savings Bank talks about the ways HECMs can help compensate for income during retirement. If you'd like the "HECM Empowerment" booklet contact 833-411-HECM (4326). The Woods Hole Film Festival will be held July 25 – August 1 and will be entirely virtual. Go to woodsholefilmfestival.org to see the line-up and purchase passes. Brian and Chris talk about the markets.

Christian Weller, PhD, from UMass Boston McCormack Graduate School of Policy and Global Studies discusses wealth and housing gaps of African-Americans in the U.S., and the resulting outcomes.

Bill Blaisdell and Gina Giambusso from the Cape & Islands Veteran's Outreach Center introduce Joe Taylor as the new Executive Director. They talk about how they help vets in need and the Dennis House. Chris talks about investing for preservation as you get closer to and in retirement.

Lisa Oliver, President & CEO of The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod, shares the bank's experiences over last several weeks and how it will impact community banking going forward. Lisa also discusses the Payroll Protection Program and how the bank has been helping community businesses.

Have you had the most important conversation with the most important people in your life? Chris welcomes Dr. Amy D'Aprix, Susan Turnbull, and Bob Mauterstock, eldercare experts who talk about the importance of legacy planning and discussing your intentions with family.

The AMR team answers: Why is the market going higher in the midst of coronavirus and civil unrest? What is causing personal savings rates to be at 33%? What's in the proposed PPP Flexibility Act? Attorney Susan Huettner talks about divorce and family law during "social distancing".

Stephanie Kelly, Executive Director, talks about the programs Samaritans on Cape Cod and the Islands offer. Chris and Cathi read advice for recent grads from our listeners. Scott and Chris answer mailbag questions: What are the biggest things that get retirement savings off track? Which of my assets do I draw from first to provide cash flow for living expenses?