The Independent Advisors

Mark McEvily
  • 4.8 (35)
  • Investing
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A free financial markets podcast hosted weekly by Independent Registered Investment Advisors Mark McEvily & Matt Jessup. Mark & Matt discuss their perspective on stocks, trade-able securities, the economy and financial planning. All commentary on this podcast is objective and independent. Mark & Matt strive to make sense of the challenging world of finance by providing understandable commentary to the general public. Mark and Matt are Managing Partners at Jessup Wealth Management. Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH. 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105

  1. 13h ago

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 362: A Lesson in Leverage

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) Episode #362 Topics ·       Market performance & macro updates — 01:40 ·       Financial planning & client engagement — 02:10 ·       Leverage risks & hedge fund blowup — 03:16 ·       Market outlook & risk perspective — 09:34 ·       IPO market volatility & SpaceX update — 11:03 ·       Credit spreads as sentiment gauge — 15:39 Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/disclosures-page

  2. Jul 30

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 361: Scary How Accurate They Are...

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) #361 topics: Market performance & rates (01:49)Fed pause & rate outlook (03:37)Yields & housing pressure (18:44)Retail panic selling (22:53)High beta tech losses (24:26)Microsoft earnings jump (12:35)Down payment savings crisis (28:55)Minimum wage down payment gap (30:25)Ohio housing cost trends (32:03)Insider trading bill (16:28)Politician trade transparency (18:24) Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/disclosures-page

  3. Jul 23

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 360: The Bubble Talk Nobody Fact-Checked

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) Topics:  Sector Rotation & Tech "Bubble" Narrative — Energy vs. Technology leadership data (12:09)  Earnings Season Strength — beat rates, guidance trends (02:51)  Volatility Seasonality & Q3 Risk — VIX trends, historical patterns (07:17)  Seasonal & Historical Market Patterns — August/September weakness, strong Q4 outlook (05:34)  Global Revenue & Currency Impact — S&P 500 foreign revenue share (14:55)  Retirement & Financial Planning Insights — advisor engagement, retirement income shifts, common regrets (16:50) Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/disclosures-page

  4. Jul 16

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 359: Diamond Hand

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) #359 Topics:  Market Performance & Macro Trends — indices, CPI report, Fed rate expectations (01:09)  Equity Market Dynamics & Earnings Outlook — 2026 earnings growth, tech insider buying, semiconductor cash flow (15:18)  Diversification & Asset Allocation Insights — Magnificent Seven underperformance, rotation opportunities (05:40)  Long-Term Investment Themes & Market Narratives — dot-com comparison, tech volatility, AI infrastructure (08:46)  Financial Planning: Trump Accounts Update — new kids' savings vehicle, eligibility, setup (27:29) Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/disclosures-page

  5. Jul 8

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 358: "Can't afford to take risk off..."

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) Show Notes: Post on X from Ryan Detrick on 7.1.26 - https://x.com/RyanDetrick/status/2072147268589813875 Chart from JPMorgan Asset Management’s “Guide to Retirement” 2026 slide deck - https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/retirement-insights/guide-to-retirement/ Chart From JPMorgan Asset Management’s “Guide to Retirement” 2026 slide deck - https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/retirement-insights/guide-to-retirement/ Article written by Jim Dahle on The White Coat Investor on June 9th titled “Great Reasons to have a Tax-Deferred Account” - https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/tax-deferred-accounts/ Market Performance & Economic Insights — July market trends, midterm-year patterns (01:00) New "530A" Child Retirement Accounts — $1,000 government seed money for kids' IRAs (03:30) Retirement Spending Variability & Portfolio Management — spending fluctuations, stock allocation strategy (09:30) Tax-Deferred Accounts & Strategic Tax Planning — pre-tax vs. Roth, QCDs, medical deductions (18:00) Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth

  6. Jul 2

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 357: "Betting on Corporate America Usually Wins"

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) First Half Market Returns — 01:38 Positive Second Half Historical Data — 03:18 July Seasonality/Earnings Season — 08:08 Earnings Volatility (banks) — 21:26 Contrarian Rate Cut View — 06:45 Fed Inflation vs. Market Pricing — 09:36 Record Profit Margins — 11:09 Long-Term-Care Insurance Interest — 15:35 Show Notes: Post on X from Ryan Detrick on June 30th - https://x.com/ryandetrick/status/2072145073123287148?s=12&t=Godkt5FzuqWcmpmvo2G5Jg Post on X from Ryan Detrick on June 30th with regards to the end of Q2 - https://x.com/ryandetrick/status/2072152404204691612?s=12&t=Godkt5FzuqWcmpmvo2G5Jg Post on X from Jeffrey Hirsch on June 26th - https://x.com/AlmanacTrader/status/2070552258027122870?s=20 Post on X from Rob Anderson back on January 26th this year - https://x.com/_rob_anderson/status/2014766234311553220?s=20 Article written by Christine Benz on Morningstar on August 11th 2025 titled “Does Long-Term-Care Insurance Add Up? - https://www.morningstar.com/retirement/does-long-term-care-insurance-add-up

  7. Jun 25

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 356: Stay In Your Lane.

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $)  Show Notes: Post on X from Randy Dunham on June 22nd - https://x.com/itmrandy/status/2069069113360633898 Post on X from Brian Feroldi on June 24th - https://x.com/BrianFeroldi/status/2069815175272681686

  8. Jun 18

    The Independent Advisors Podcast Episode 355: The Market Is Justified

    If you’ve been enjoying The Independent Advisors podcast for a while now and want to take the next step in your financial journey, I’d encourage you to head to our website, jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) . Matt offers a 15-minute initial call where you can discuss your financial goals and see if JWM is a good fit for your needs. Scheduling is easy—once you land at jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) just click “Schedule Initial Call” and select a time that works best for you! There’s a quick survey to fill out that will help guide the conversation and ensure your time is used efficiently. If you’re ready to learn more, visit jessupwealthmanagement.com (https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/) and book your call today! Take advantage of our partnership with LifeLock and get discounts using our link: https://lifelock.norton.com/offers?expid=LLONEYEAR&promocode= JSPW24&VENDORID= _JESSUPWM&om_ext_cid=ext_partner_ JSPW24_Productpage $) • Market Update & Fed Outlook (1:40–6:20) – Market performance, inflation data, and interest rate expectations. • Social Security Solvency (9:10–10:40) – Trust fund projections and potential benefit changes. • AI Spending & Tech Growth (13:30–15:00) – Rising AI infrastructure investment and its impact on tech stocks. • Consumer Wealth Trends (17:50–21:30) – Growth of the upper middle class and its influence on spending. • Bond Market Risks (23:30–26:50) – How interest rate changes affect bond prices and volatility. • College Savings Strategies (28:45–32:50) – Comparing 529 plans and brokerage accounts for education savings. Show Notes: Article from Lorie Konish on June 9th on CNBC titled “Social Security retirement trust fund may be depleted in 2032, new trustees report finds” with commentary from Kitces.com - https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/09/social-security-trustees-report-depletion-dates.html Post on X from Ryan Detrick on June 15th - https://x.com/RyanDetrick/status/2066551008654762075 - Article by Dalvin Brown in the Wall Street Journal titled “The Financial Planning Expert Who’s Boycotting 529s for His Kids” - https://www.wsj.com/personal-finance/the-financial-planning-expert-whos-boycotting-529s-for-his-kids-6c3e32fc?st=KgKuSt&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink - Article by Anna Garcia titled “Why Advisors don’t Recommend 529s” outlines a different approach - https://thecollegefinanciallady.com/2026/01/27/why-advisors-dont-recommend-529s/ Hosts: Mark McEvily - Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner Matthew Jessup – Chief Executive Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, and Managing Partner Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105 https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/ Social Media: Facebook: @JessupWealthManagement LinkedIn: @JessupWealthManagement Twitter: @jessupwealth Instagram: @jessupwealth https://www.jessupwealthmanagement.com/disclosures-page

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A free financial markets podcast hosted weekly by Independent Registered Investment Advisors Mark McEvily & Matt Jessup. Mark & Matt discuss their perspective on stocks, trade-able securities, the economy and financial planning. All commentary on this podcast is objective and independent. Mark & Matt strive to make sense of the challenging world of finance by providing understandable commentary to the general public. Mark and Matt are Managing Partners at Jessup Wealth Management. Address: 35 Park Ave. Dayton, OH. 45419 Phone: 937-938-9105

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  • Creator
    Mark McEvily
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    299
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 The Independent Advisors
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    The Independent Advisors

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