You can probably stumble through most of your financial life. The one money need for which you must plan is retirement. Today, we discuss some of the most important things you must do to retire comfortably. Plus, we answer your questions:

How should money from a maturing annuity be invested?

Why should we invest in Avantis ETFs when they don't have a long track record?


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The Mammoth in the Room

34-year financial talk radio veteran, Don McDonald and former host of Serious Money on PBS, Tom Cock, join forces to talk about real money issues. In each episode, they solve real money problems, dole out real investing (not speculating) advice, and really explain the financial issues that effect all of us. Plus, it's actually fun! Talking Real Money is a podcast designed to provide the real help we all need to enjoy a really great future. Call in with your questions anytime at 855-935-TALK (8255).

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Gold has gotten hot again, but just because you can get a bar at Costco is it a decent investment? We look hack at the history and returns of gold over decades and longer. Plus, we take some listener questions:

Where can information be found on a school districts's 403b plan?

In what account order should money be withdrawn for a college education?


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Gold is Not Investing

On this week's Friday Q&A:

Does more money in emerging markets make sense?

What should be done with an 401k now that Vanguard has sold their servicing?

Are these two funds diversified enough?

Is there any way to calculate future call option premiums?


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Queries and Responses

There aren't many ways to improve your odds while investing in stocks. So, why have investors like Warren Buffet been so successful and why do we belive in factor investing? Plus listeners want to know:

Why do we suggest more expensive products from firms like Avantis and Dimensional?

What are the differences between a 403b and a Roth IRA?


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Big Investing Factors

Don't be fooled by "money illusions." We are often confused about money math, particularly when it comes to the impacts of inflation. Our financial psycology can lead us to make bad decisions.  The callers have questions about:

Financial Planning for a Special Needs Family Member

Estate Planning Strategies for Passing Wealth to Grandchildren

Balancing Risk Tolerance with Retirement Savings

Directing Inheritance to Grandchildren

Understanding Indexed Annuities


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Strange Money Perspectives

After bonds suffered a really bad year in 2022, many investors still hate them. Do all bonds deserve the recent bad reputations? Time for a fixed income reality check. We also discuss the bad advice given by most radio advisors. We also hear from listeners:

Why do we dislike anuuities as investments?

What do we think of the new DOL rule requiring all retirement rollover advice be held to the fiduciary standard?




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