In this episode of The Big O Money Show, Bill Altman and Andrew Galvin break down retirement income planning, market volatility, and the risks behind assuming “average returns” translate into predictable withdrawals. They explore how sequence of returns, insurance products, annuities, and estate planning tools can impact long-term financial security in both accumulation and retirement phases. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of discipline, consistent investing, and having a coordinated plan for income, legacy, and risk management.

In this episode, we break down the mechanics of market volatility to explain why price swings happen and how they impact your personal net worth. We move beyond the numbers to explore how market instability ripples into your daily life, influencing everything from career security to your psychological well-being. Finally, you’ll learn actionable strategies to maintain a steady hand and protect your long-term goals when the financial landscape feels uncertain.

In this episode, we break down the recent surge in emerging market volatility and what it signals for international trade stability heading into the next quarter. The trio explores how shifting interest rate policies in the Eurozone are creating unexpected ripple effects for domestic investors and the strength of the dollar.

Bill welcomes special guest Dr. James Abel. James talks about his business and his personal taxes. We discuss dealing with rising property taxes and protecting retirement income from tax losses.

In this episode, we break down the complex jargon that often makes a routine meeting with your wealth manager feel like a trip to a foreign country. We translate "Wall Street speak" into plain English, focusing on common terms.

In this episode Bill talks about positivity of progress, including major moves by Space X and they future impact on the stock market.

In this episode, we break down the fundamental habits that separate long-term wealth builders from those living paycheck to paycheck. We explore how to automate your savings and pivot your mindset toward "paying yourself first" to ensure your future goals remain a priority.

In this episode, we break down the dramatic surge in energy prices following the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the subsequent 400-million-barrel emergency oil release by the IEA. We explore how recent military escalations in the Middle East are rattling global equity markets, sending the S&P 500 into a weekly skid while driving a defensive rotation into utilities and materials. Finally, our financial update tackles the latest U.S. inflation data and a disappointing February jobs report, analyzing what these conflicting signals mean for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate path through the rest of 2026.

In today's show, Bill talks about the news, global conflict, inflation, and why you shouldn't make emotional financial decisions.

In this episode, we break down the sensationalist headlines cluttering your feed to help you distinguish between temporary market volatility and actual economic shifts. We explore why a "set it and forget it" mentality often outperforms reactive trading, especially during seasons of high-decibel media speculation.