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A deep dive into banking industry turmoil, a caller worried about market volatility, and why some should take Social Security ASAP.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat have an in-depth discussion of turmoil in the banking industry with the president and CEO of a regional bank. Then they help a caller who wonders whether he should take his money and run from market volatility. Finally, they explain to an Ohio man why it will be dangerous for him to wait until 70 to take …
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SPECIAL EPISODE: Banks bite the dust, a question about renting versus buying a home, and why smart people are making poor financial decisions right now.
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On this special episode of Money Matters, Scott and Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout put banking industry turmoil into context. Then Scott and Pat help a 60-year-old single woman who wonders whether she’s making a mistake by not owning a home. A caller wants to know whether he should open a tax-deferred account to house some of his 2023…
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A big change in consumer behavior, when $5 million is enough, the crypto collapse, and properly timing Social Security
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat begin the show by discussing the impact of a huge change in consumer behavior. A caller with $5 million in savings is worried she hasn’t saved enough. A 68-year-old Coloradan wants to know if he should take Social Security. And, finally, a call from a veteran who has saved well and wants to change careers…
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When so much stock is too much stock, the danger of chasing dividends, and when to start withdrawing from a retirement account.
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Your company offered you how much stock? On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why that could be risky business for some. Then an Oregon man asks whether he should start withdrawing money from his thrift savings plan. A caller from Illinois wants to retire alongside his wife but wants to run the numbers by Scott and Pat. Finally, a re…
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The cost of fear and greed, a question about Roth conversions, and an estate plan dilemma.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain the importance of making the right financial moves when markets are down, but also when they are up. A husband and wife ask when they should do Roth conversions, but Scott and Pat never answer their question. Huh? You’ll hear why. Finally, a caller from Montana wants to know whether it’s best to h…
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The government’s response to the crypto crisis, where to invest $75,000, and advice on buying a home.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat examine the government’s response to the crisis in the crypto industry. A caller from Chicago asks whether he should invest $75,000 in a CD or in a Treasury bill instead. A California man needs help with his wife’s permanent disability benefits. Finally, Scott and Pat make a “house call” to a great saver …
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The future of Social Security, Roth conversions, and managing money during a job change.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss the uncertainty over the future of Social Security. A Pennsylvania man with half of his net worth tied up in Berkshire Hathaway stock wants to know whether he should do a Roth conversion. A caller from Michigan asks whether he should start contributing to his company’s Roth 401(k). Finally, Allwor…
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The war against inflation, a question about investment property, and whether now is the time to pay extra toward a mortgage.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat examine whether the Fed is now winning its fight against inflation. A South Carolina man asks whether he should sell an investment property and put the proceeds into a 529 plan for his kids. Finally, a caller from Illinois wonders whether he should make an extra payment toward his mortgage. Join Money Mat…
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An IRA dilemma, a question about taxes, and why not all recessions are the same.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat tackle a unique situation where an investor has nearly all of his retirement money in a Roth IRA. They advise a California caller who wants to know whether there’s a tax advantage to designating herself as a contractor versus an employee. Allworth Advisor Jeff DeBoer joins the show to explain why all rece…
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How the fundamentals of investing will serve you well in 2023.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain how the basics of investing hold true regardless of what the markets do. A Colorado woman wants to know whether it makes sense to buy a place in New Zealand. Should a caller from California move some money into a Roth? Finally, Scott and Pat tackle the nuances of a financial plan with Allworth adv…
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The problem with predictions, mortgage, stock, and pension questions, and financial planning goals for 2023.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss how wrong the “experts” are when predicting stock market performance. A Tennessee woman wants to know whether she should pay off her mortgage. A California caller with too much Apple stock needs help mitigating his risk. Plus, financial planning goals to make for 2023, and guidance for a Michigan …
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Optimism for worried investors, the amount of umbrella insurance you need, and where to invest the proceeds from a home sale.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat provide optimism, and explain why 2023 is NOT the time to throw out your long-term financial plan. Then they help a Louisiana woman decide how much umbrella insurance she needs. You’ll hear whether they approve of an annuity a California man is invested in. Finally, help for a Colorado caller who wants to…
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Looking back at 2022 and preparing you for 2023 and beyond.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat review the wild year that investors endured and help prepare you for what’s to come. Join Money Matters: Get your most pressing financial questions answered by Allworth's CEOs Scott Hanson and Pat McClain live on-air! Call 833-99-WORTH. Or ask a question by clicking here. You can also be on the air by ema…
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The most entertaining and informative calls of 2022.
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On this special edition of Money Matters, Scott and Pat revisit some of the most entertaining calls of 2022, starting with a Seattle woman who called on her birthday and wanted to know how to fold rental property into her retirement plan. Plus, they help two callers who wanted to know whether they should pay off their mortgages. Finally, a father a…
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The FTX fiasco, the risk of a recession, and are you a candidate for a Roth conversion?
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss the fallout from the collapse of FTX. Then they are joined by Allworth’s Chief Investment Officer, to gauge the risk of a recession. A 34-year-old caller asks whether he should sell some stock at a loss for tax purposes. A Texas teacher needs help with his 403(b). Finally, words of wisdom for call…
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The challenges of investing, the pros and cons of REIT’s, and is universal life insurance worth it?
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss the difficulties that come with investing. A Florida man asks whether he has enough cash flow to purchase a $1 million home. You’ll hear advice for a Michigan caller who may want to lease some of his land. Plus, the pros and cons of REIT’s, and whether universal life insurance is worth it. Join Mo…
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Is the classic 60-40 portfolio model dead?
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss whether the classic 60-40 portfolio model is actually dead. They then answer a call from a Washington investor who wants advice on the tax implications of converting a traditional IRA into a Roth IRA, before advising a son who has questions about selling his mother’s EE savings bonds.…
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Why some should spend down their savings, advice on dividend stocks, and overcoming the fear of financial planning.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why they sometimes advise callers to spend down their savings. You’ll hear them help a New York man who wants to know what he should do with $250,000 of profit from a home sale. A California man asks whether he should cash out dividends or reinvest them. Finally, a fellow Allworth advisor joins Sc…
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The crypto crisis, the impact of interest rates on pensions, and where to allocate an inherited IRA.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why the current crypto crisis was bound to happen. A Texas man with a pension wants to know whether he should retire at the end of the year. You’ll hear advice for a caller who says his company “medically retired” him. Plus, help for a Missouri man who just wound up with an inherited IRA worth $11…
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Rebalancing your portfolio, questions about Social Security, and where to allocate income.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why rebalancing a portfolio is such an important matter right now. They advise an 84-year-old Arizona woman who wants to know whether she should worry about her investments anymore. You’ll hear why an Ohioan with real estate holdings needs more cash. Finally, guidance for two California callers wi…
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The best way to steer yourself through market volatility, plus lessons on inheritances, dividends, divorce, annuities, and estate planning.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain the best way to steer yourself through market volatility, while still leaving room for growth. They help a Washington woman whose inheritance is largely tied up in several annuities. A man who can’t find work wants to know whether he should throw in the towel and retire. You’ll hear Scott and Pat …
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Why some should retire right now, advice on investing aggressively, and what to check on before hiring a financial advisor.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why a specific group of people should consider retiring before the end of the year. A caller from Georgia wants to know whether he should invest more aggressively right now. You’ll hear guidance for an Ohio woman who wants to put a $100,000 inheritance to work. Plus, what to check on before hiring…
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The downfall of timing the stock market, when to use the power of the Roth IRA, and pay off that mortgage!
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why you must resist the urge to jump out of the stock market right now. Plus, they help a 21-year old decide where to allocate nearly $50,000 he has already socked away. Finally, Scott and Pat check back in on a woman who called the show asking for help with her severance. Did she take their advic…
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Coping with financial pain, a question about investing in growth stocks, and when some should take Social Security.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss how the long-term investor should handle the financial pain so many are feeling. A caller with more than $2 million in net worth wants to know when he should take his Social Security disability income during retirement. Plus, is now the time to invest in growth stocks? Scott and Pat guide a caller…
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The Fed’s so-called “soft landing”, the truth about gold, sucking equity from a home, and the power of a diversified portfolio.
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On this week’s Money Matters, Scott and Pat discuss when the housing market might finally cool off. A caller from Mississippi wants to know whether she should stay in her current home or live in a rental while she builds a new house. They help a Florida man decide whether he needs a financial advisor. A caller from Texas gets a lesson on the import…