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- The Daily Wrap: 07.18.1901:28 - The House passes the Raise the Wage Act, which would raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour in 6 years. If it's so great, why don't they make it go into effect immediately?
03:01 - The SECURE Act is making its way through Congress, and could have two big changes to IRAs. It could push back the age for Required Minimum Distributions from 70.5 to 72, and it could end the stretch options for inherited IRAs.
06:43 - There appears to be a deal on the way to avoid a government shutdown over the debt ceiling.
12:46 - It was a good time at the last few Gregory Ricks Live events. Gregory took the Wine, Wisdom, and Food show on the road, starting at Ruth's Chris in the Hard Rock Casino in Biloxi, Ruth's Chris in Metairie, and Keith Young's Steakhouse in Madisonville. Gregory raised $2,500 for the Palmer Home for Children. Wes Blanchard has an Estate Planning Lunch and Learn coming up.
23:36 - Gregory Ricks made a suggestion to Keith Young on one of his dishes at his steakhouse in Madisonville. The dish was a hit, and Gregory may have a dish named after him on the menu soon.
27:26 - The Numbers are mostly positive.
31:26 - Netflix is facing the loss of some of its top programs, and the arrival of new competition, while juggling over $10 billion in debt. Is the party over for this great company?
33:34 - What should you do if the only retirement savings you have is your 401k?
http://www.WinningAtLife.com46 min - Day 69: Learn dates in Mandarin (also new Mandarin book is published!)Check out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoomGet our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovemandoView podcast transcription at https://inspirlang.com/mandopodYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/inspirlangFacebook: https://facebook.com/inspirlangInstagram: @inspirlangTwitter: @inspirlang3 min
- The Weekly Wrap: 07.13.19Hurricane Barry moves towards Louisiana, and we welcome Bob Breck to do a couple of weather updates, along with the regular financial talk. Estate Planning Attorney Wes Blanchard is our guest, and we take some great calls, too.
http://www.WinningAtLife.com2 hr 11 min - The Daily Wrap: 07.08.1904:09 - North Dakota's only billionaire started as a ranch hand in high school, became a gym teacher, got into the insurance business, and then finally rocketed to success owning motels.
12:31 - Gary in New Orleans has a great health plan with his employer. Does his wife need to sign up for Medicare if she's covered by his private health plan?
28:21 - How to turn on Medicare. When do you need to start the process? What happens if you sign up late? How does all this work?
30:43 - The Numbers were down slightly.
35:12 - Trump audio on trade deals and the Fed is pretty harsh, and give you a good idea where the economy is headed.
http://www.WinningAtLife.com45 min - The Weekly Wrap: 07.06.19The GRL road show: Gregory Ricks Live has upcoming events in Biloxi, Metairie, and the Northshore.
How to have a retirement if you do not have enough money saved
No really, America is #1. Hear the statistics and facts that overwhelmingly prove America truly is the best country in the world, despite the rash of attempts to make you think otherwise.
What you need to know about saving for your kids' college
Mel in Folsom asks about getting started for his younger children.
Heather in St Rose asks about 529 plans for college: the good, the bad, and the details.
Wayne in Nola asks Gregory for idea on what to do with money left at the old company plan.
Trump audio on trade deals and the Fed is pretty harsh, and give you a good idea where the economy is headed.
Solid jobs report answers some big questions about our economy
Learn the downsides to annuities. It's not just about surrender fees. There are other negative aspects of fixed annuities.
http://www.WinningAtLife.com2 hr 12 min - The Daily Wrap: 06.28.19The Half Episode: Gregory and James bring you on a statistical journey through the world of halves.42 min
- The Weekly Wrap: 06.22.1903:23 - Gregory has been hosting a number of public events around the area, and is happy to announce his first event in Biloxi. Gregory Ricks Live: Wine, Wisdom, and Food, will be at the Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in the Hard Rock Casino.
18:38 - Tom in Marrero asks Gregory's thoughts on where he can put some extra money to generate income.
38:50 - What should you do if your IRA loses money? Matt in Hammond asks Gregory if he should be concerned that his IRA lost money the last two years.
46:16 - Dwayne Stein of Mortgage Gumbo talks about the housing market in Dallas, the home market of our newest affiliate: 1160 KBDT Big D Talk.
50:45 - Jerome Powell, President of the Federal Reserve Bank, announces this week the federal funds rate will remain unchanged. Mortgage rates are back below 4%, and Dwayne Stein explains how some people are taking advantage.
56:46 - Adam in New Orleans locked in a mortgage rate a month ago, and rates have fallen since then. Does Dwayne know of a way he can get a lower rate now?
59:06 - Should you refinance your mortgage? William in Marrero asks Dwayne Stein if it would be worth the effort to refinance his mortgage to get a lower rate.
1:08:26 - Glenn in Kenner asks Dwayne what kind of money he could save on his monthly payment by refinancing his mortgage at a lower rate.
1:28:29 - Wanna hear a scam call? Steve, a regular listener, sends us a scam call he recorded after hearing our segment on scam calls over the weekend. The audio shows us some red flags to look for to identify a scam.
1:36:25 - Louis in Chalmette has noticed most of his portfolio is slowly shifting to cash and safety, but the markets are near all-time highs. Gregory talks about how most stocks do not beat bonds in the long term, and it looks like there's a lot of other people making a flight to safety.
1:46:07 - Are Robo Advisors a good place to start? Greg in New Orleans asks Gregory's thoughts on getting investment guidance from a Robo-Advisor service.
2:00:11 - Gregory has some help for those who got a late start saving for retirement and are playing catch up.
http://www.WinningAtLife.com2 hr 10 min - The Daily Wrap: 06.21.1903:28 - Zion Williamson signs with the New Orleans Pelicans, and the financial numbers behind the story are massive. He's going to lose about half of it to taxes, but it could've been worse had he been drafted to a high-tax state.
06:10 - The Numbers.
12:18 - Louis in Chalmette has noticed most of his portfolio is slowly shifting to cash and safety, but the markets are near all-time highs. Gregory talks about how most stocks do not beat bonds in the long term, and it looks like there's a lot of other people making a flight to safety.
27:14 - Hear some scam calls recorded for the show, and learn how to identify scams.
32:52 - Time travel discussion: James and Gregory ponder how far they would be willing to travel back in time, and it's really hard to go back to before 2009.
http://www.WinningAtLife.com44 min - Day 68: Seeing a Chinese DoctorCheck out our available Zoom classes: http://inspirlang.com/zoomGet our digital/paperback book at https://inspirlang.com/lovemandoView podcast transcription at https://inspirlang.com/mandopodYoutube: https://youtube.com/c/inspirlangFacebook: https://facebook.com/inspirlangInstagram: @inspirlangTwitter: @inspirlang2 min
- The Daily Wrap: 06.19.1900:55 - The Fed leaves rates unchanged, and even though many were under the impression a rate cut was coming, the markets responded positively to the news.
04:33 - The Numbers show a solid market rally for the day, with gold taking off and Treasuries going even lower. The two seem to indicate economic troubles abroad. Gregory and James discuss the mystery of the disappearing Venezuelan gold.
12:43 - An unexplained "avian incident" knocks out the majority of a 1,200 acre solar power plant in California. It was built with over a billion dollar subsidy from the taxpayers. Are we sure these green projects are really the best way to go about generating electricity?
18:27 - Harley Davidson announces a partnership with a Chinese firm to produce a line of smaller lower-priced motorcycles to appeal to poorer markets around the world. Gregory is skeptical something like that could work here in the United States.
25:20 - Wanna hear a scam call? Steve, a regular listener, sends us a scam call he recorded after hearing our segment on scam calls over the weekend. The audio shows us some red flags to look for to identify a scam.
32:20 - Is now a good time to buy gold? Gregory reacts to a blog post from ZeroHedge.com making the bullish case for gold.
http://www.WinningAtLife.com44 min
About Winning at Life with Gregory Ricks
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Join Gregory, CEO & Wealth Advisor of Gregory Ricks Total Wealth, as he discusses a wide range of financial topics, providing education, insights, and helpful information for your financial…
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Whether you’re interested in retirement strategies, market trends, or general financial wellness, this show is designed to keep you in the know!
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Insurance products are offered through the insurance business Gregory Ricks Total Wealth. Gregory Ricks Total Wealth is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by Gregory Ricks Total Wealth are not subject to Investment Adviser requirements.
Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Any references to protection, safety, or lifetime income, generally refer to fixed insurance products, never securities or investments. Insurance guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims paying abilities of the issuing carrier.
This video is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation.
Gregory Ricks Total Wealth is not permitted to offer and no statement made during this show shall constitute tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult with a qualified professional for guidance before making any purchasing decisions. Our firm is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Government or any governmental agency. The information and opinions contained herein provided by third parties have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed by Gregory Ricks Total Wealth.
This podcast show is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation.
Whether you’re interested in retirement strategies, market trends, or general financial wellness, this show is designed to keep you in the know!
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
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Insurance products are offered through the insurance business Gregory Ricks Total Wealth. Gregory Ricks Total Wealth is also an Investment Advisory practice that offers products and services through AE Wealth Management, LLC (AEWM), a Registered Investment Adviser. AEWM does not offer insurance products. The insurance products offered by Gregory Ricks Total Wealth are not subject to Investment Adviser requirements.
Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Any references to protection, safety, or lifetime income, generally refer to fixed insurance products, never securities or investments. Insurance guarantees are backed by the financial strength and claims paying abilities of the issuing carrier.
This video is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation.
Gregory Ricks Total Wealth is not permitted to offer and no statement made during this show shall constitute tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult with a qualified professional for guidance before making any purchasing decisions. Our firm is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Government or any governmental agency. The information and opinions contained herein provided by third parties have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed by Gregory Ricks Total Wealth.
This podcast show is intended for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be used as the sole basis for financial decisions, nor should it be construed as advice designed to meet the particular needs of an individual’s situation.