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Welcome to Money Talks News: The Podcast, a podcast devoted to everything money: how to get it, how to grow it and how to keep it. From the creators of MoneyTalksNews.com, a leading source of personal finance news and advice since 1991.
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7 Vital Money Questions You Need to Ask Yourself
Welcome to the Money Talks News Podcast.
In this episode, we're talking about how asking the right money questions can help you find your own version of financial freedom.
When it comes to money, most people want answers. But sometimes getting ahead isn't about getting answers, it's about asking the right questions. Like WHY we're doing what we're doing and where we want to end up when we do it.
As usual, host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. This week we welcome back Matt Schulz, the chief credit analyst at Lending Tree and author of the book Ask Questions, Save Money, Make More: How to Take Control of Your Financial Life.
Remember, even though we sometimes talk about money and specific investments on this show, don't take them as recommendations. Before investing in anything or making any money moves, do your own research and make your own decisions.
You can watch this episode below, or if you'd prefer to listen, you can do that with the player at the top of this article or download the episode wherever you get your podcasts:
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The money decisions you make have an impact
Understanding the impact of your money decisions is an important part of long-term financial success. Part of that is asking the right questions. In this episode, we cover the questions you can ask to improve your understanding of money—and make better financial decisions.
We also have some resources on the website that can help you navigate your money choices:
5 Bad Decisions That Harm Retirement Readiness the Most — and 5 Choices That Boost It
The Best Sources to Help You Make Great Financial Decisions
5 Tips to Make Better Financial Decisions
5 Decisions That Can Make or Break Your Retirement
15 Tips for Making the Best Social Security Decisions
Depression-Era Hacks and Frugal Living Ideas to Save Money Now
6 Clever Ideas to Make Money While You Sleep
11 Cheap Business Ideas You Can Start for Less Than $1,000
9+ Flexible Job Ideas for Retirees With Little or No Savings
Learn more about important financial areas of your life
Our guest, Matt, takes us through some of the best questions to ask about important financial areas of your life, including credit, housing, health and more. We also have a lot of great resources that can help you navigate various money issues.
How to Protect Your Kids' Credit
6 Ways to Keep a Stellar Credit Score in Retirement (and Why)
How I Got a Perfect Credit Score in 4 Steps
How to Raise Your Credit Score Without Getting Ripped Off
7 Ways to Get Your FICO Credit Score for Free
8 Telemedicine Options for Affordable Health Care Without Insurance
13 Habits of Happy and Healthy Aging
6 Medicare Mistakes To Avoid for a Healthy Retirement
98 Tips for a Healthy, Wealthy and Happy Retirement
7 Ways Anyone Can Save on Out-of-Pocket Health Care Costs
What To Do When You Can't Find Affordable Housing
How to Buy a Home Responsibly
7 Signs That You're Not Ready to Buy a Home
9 Grocery Shopping Mistakes That Will Cost You
How the 6-1 Method Makes Grocery Shopping a Breeze
A $50-a-Week Meal Plan for 1 When Shopping at Aldi
10 Ways to Save Money Shopping for Clothes
Shopping Secrets Revealed: 6 Tricks the Pros Use to Save Hundreds
7 Sneaky Travel Charges to Avoid
How to Travel Europe on a Budget
20 Traveling Jobs That Let You See the World
Frugal Travelers Love These Economy Hotel Chains
Meet this week's guest, Matt Schulz
Matt Schulz is a personal finance expert and author of Ask Questions, Save Money, Make More: How to Take Control of Your Financial Life (March 2024), a money manual that empowers you to pay less, earn more and keep more of your hard-earned money by asking the right questions in everyday, real-life situations.
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How to Harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Make Money in Stocks
Welcome to the Money Talks News Podcast.
In this episode, we're talking about investing in artificial intelligence, as well as using AI tools to become a more successful investor.
The hype around artificial intelligence has been insane, with some calling it the greatest game-changer since the invention of the internet or even electricity!
Is it true? Is AI that big a deal? And if so, should we be investing in the companies developing it? And how do we go about harnessing AI to make better investment decisions?
We're going to answer both those questions, and more, in this podcast.
As usual, host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. This week's guest is Kevin Matthews, a former investment advisor and the founder of Building Bread, an investment education website.
Remember, even though we sometimes talk about money and specific investments on this show, don't take them as recommendations. Before investing in anything or making any money moves, do your own research and make your own decisions.
You can watch this episode below, or if you'd prefer to listen, you can do that with the player at the top of this article or download the episode wherever you get your podcasts:
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Don't forget to check out our podcast page for more episodes designed to help you make the most of your money.
Is AI going to change your life?
We talk about AI and how it's starting to permeate various aspects of life. It could change how you live and work—and even how you manage your money. Check out some of our resources on using AI in your finances and other parts of your life.
20 Jobs That Are Safest From Artificial Intelligence
Will Robots and Artificial Intelligence Take Your Job?
8 Ways AI Can Help Plan Retirement — and 12 Risks From Using It
Using AI to Build Your Resume: Tips and Prompt Examples
How to Use AI to Generate Your Cover Letter
Hear a Loved One's Voice Calling for Help? It Might Be a Scam
How to Invest in AI as ChatGPT Takes Tech by Storm
5 Ways AI Is Changing Your Life, and 5 Ways to Profit From It
Resources for better investing
You don't have to assume that AI is the only way to invest. We have plenty of resources for better investing—no matter how you go about it.
Why Index Fund Investing Is Good for Your Retirement
How to Start Investing — No Matter How Much Money You Have
The Top 4 Investing Blunders and How to Avoid Them
The Investing Combo Linked to a Better Retirement Lifestyle
Investing in Gold and Gold IRAs: 5 Things You Need to Know
How to Choose Between Active and Passive Investing
28 Investing Tips From Today's Financial Geniuses
What Does a Bull Market Mean for Retirement Investing?
7 Things You Should Know Before Investing in I Bonds
Meet this week's guest, Kevin L. Matthews II
Kevin L. Matthews II is a Plutus Award winner and number one bestselling author. He has helped hundreds of individuals plan for their retirement in addition to managing more than $140 million in assets during his advisory career. In 2017, he was named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Financial Advisors by Investopedia.
Kevin launched BuildingBread in 2010 to inspire millennials to set, simplify and achieve any financial goal. Kevin regularly speaks to young adults across the country and has been featured in several media publications and productions including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes, Black Enterprise, CNBC, and many others.
Kevin holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from Hampton University, a certificate in financial planning from Northwestern University and a certificate in disruptive strategy from Harvard Business School. In 2020, he graduated from the University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School of Business with a Master's in Technology Commercialization (MSTC).
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5 Things People Wish They'd Known Before They Retired
Today, we're talking about things people wish they'd known before retiring.
Planning for retirement is a tricky business! Lots of moving pieces and parts. Today we're going to share some things real retirees said they wish they'd known before they retired.
We're going to focus on five high-impact areas that can add tens of thousands of dollars to your retirement savings.
Host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Friend of the show, Pam Krueger from Wealthramp, returns to share real stories of retirement regrets.
Before you listen, remember: This isn't financial advice. So make sure to do your own research and consult your own experts before acting on anything you learn here.
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Watch out for these money mistakes
In this episode, we discuss specific retirement mistakes, but they're not the only money mistakes you could make. Check out these resources that cover some of the most common money mistakes—not just retirement—and how to avoid them.
5 Surprisingly Costly Mistakes We Make at Gas Stations
15 Common Thrift Store Shopping Mistakes to Avoid
12 Home-Selling Mistakes You'll Regret
16 First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes To Avoid
7 of the Worst Car-Buying Mistakes You Can Make
27 Big Financial Mistakes That Most People Make — and How to Fix Them
14 Mistakes That Are Running Up Your Water Bill
6 Mistakes That Can Cost You a Job Offer in No Time
9 Money Mistakes Setting Fire to Your Future
6 Medicare Mistakes To Avoid for a Healthy Retirement
Don't Make These 6 Expensive Financial Mistakes
15 Mistakes People Make With Roth IRAs
The 3 Mistakes Nearly Every Investor Makes
6 Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
Helpful tips for a better retirement
Ready to take the next steps for a better, more successful retirement? We've got you. Check out our retirement resources:
How Much Do You Need for Retirement If You Live to Age 100?
12 Simple Ways To Save Money in Retirement
Over-Saving for Retirement: Advice From People Who Saved Too Much
Your Year-End Retirement Checklist: Prepare for a Great 2024 and Beyond
6 Ways to Keep a Stellar Credit Score in Retirement (and Why)
15 Tips to Successfully Downsize in Retirement
The Right Advisor Can Double Your Retirement Savings: 4 Tips to Find One
The Top 8 Sources of Retirement Income, According to Retirees
The Top 10% of Retirement Savers Share These 4 Traits
98 Tips for a Healthy, Wealthy and Happy Retirement
8 Ways AI Can Help Plan Retirement — and 12 Risks From Using It
11 Retirement Milestones Everyone Should Know
12 Hard Truths About Retirement
Meet this week's guest, Pam Krueger
Pam Krueger is a recognized investor advocate and award-winning personal finance journalist and author. She is the founder and CEO of Wealthramp, an advisor-matching platform that connects consumers with rigorously vetted and qualified fee-only financial advisors. It is the only advisor referral service that gives people full control over when and how they talk to their referred advisors.
Her perspectives on personal finance regularly appear in Marketwatch, Forbes, PBS Next Avenue, and she is a frequent speaker on fiduciary financial advice. In addition, Pam is an active volunteer member of the Retirement Income Committee at the Defined Contribution Institutional Investment Association (DCIIA), a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the retirement security of America's workers. She has also served on the California Jump$tart Coalition, an organization dedicated to increasing financial literacy among children and teens, where she created one of their most successful curricula available for K-12 teachers called, Investing Pays Off For Kids.
Each year, she spends part of her time in San Francisco, California and lives in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
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How to Start Investing — No Matter How Much Money You Have
In this episode we're talking about how just about anyone can start investing.
When Stacy was an investment broker 40 years ago, investing was a colossal pain in the butt. You needed thousands of dollars to pick up the phone and talk to someone like me; you couldn't just do it yourself.
Today, though, things have changed. Did you know you can start investing with as little as $5? And you don't even need anyone's help. Just do it online.
And investing is important. Stocks and other risk assets are one of the best ways to build wealth over time. So today we're going help you get started, whether you've got $5 or $5 million.
Host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Today's special guest is Marko Zlatic, founder of Whiteboard Finance.
Before you listen, remember: This isn't financial advice. So make sure to do your own research and consult your own experts before acting on anything you learn here.
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Investing is one of the best ways to build wealth
If you want to build wealth, you need to invest. We have lots of resources on investing in different types of assets, and ideas to help you get started.
Investing in Gold and Gold IRAs: 5 Things You Need to Know
5 Simple Tips to Make Money With Stocks
Why Index Fund Investing Is Good for Your Retirement
7 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Help Fund Your Retirement
The Investing Combo Linked to a Better Retirement Lifestyle
Investing In Commercial Real Estate with CrowdStreet
How to Choose Between Active and Passive Investing
7 Things You Should Know Before Investing in I Bonds
9 Tips for Sane and Successful Stock Investing
7 of the Best Ways to Invest That Don't Involve Stocks
Financial Wisdom: What Is the Best Investment?
Find the money to start investing
Sure, you can start investing with pocket change. And you should start as soon as you can. But if you're trying to figure out where to find the money to invest more, we can help you with savings articles. Use the knowledge you gain to put more into your nest egg.
25 Tips for How to Save Money If Your Paycheck Is Stretched Thin
51 Fast Ways to Score $1,000 or More
7 Secret Ways to Put More Money in Your Pocket
Frugal Living Guide: How to Have Less Stuff and Save Money
21 Products That Will Help You Save Money
11 Ways To Save Money on Food Without Using Coupons
10 Depression Era Hacks and Frugal Living Ideas To Save Money Now
11 Ways to Save Money Using Social Media
12 Ways to Save Money on Health Care
How to Use Gift Cards to Save Money
10 Ways to Change Bad Spending Habits and Save Money
How to Position Your Investment Portfolio for Tax Advantages
9 Side Hustles Where You Could Earn More Than Full-Time Work
10 Shockingly Simple Ways to Make More and Spend Less
Meet this week's guest, Marko Zlatic
Marko has been investing since 2006.
In 2010, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Akron. Marko has worked for multiple publicly traded companies in capital markets, risk analysis, and commercial real estate development.
In 2017, he started his YouTube Channel, WhiteBoard Finance, which now has over 60 Million views and 975,000+ subscribers.
His life's mission is to teach financial literacy and enable people of all backgrounds to become financially independent.
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The Top 4 Investing Blunders and How to Avoid Them
In this episode, we're talking about the top four mistakes investors make.
When it comes to stocks, we all know we're supposed to buy low and sell high, but for many of us, that's a lot easier said than done. Many investors tend to buy when the market's topping, then panic and sell at the bottom.
That's one common mistake investors make, but it's far from the only one. Today, we're talking to a behavioral investing expert about how simple mistakes can lead to big losses, especially during times of economic uncertainty. He's going to help us avoid falling into behavioral traps and make us all better investors.
Host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. Our guest is Jason L Smith, CEO and founder of C2P Enterprises and author of The Bucket Plan.
Before you listen, remember: This isn't financial advice. So make sure to do your own research and consult your own experts before acting on anything you learn here.
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We all make money mistakes
It's impossible to get through life without making a mistake or two. Whether it's listening to the wrong financial guru or even if you make a big mistake (like Miranda) that ruined your credit, we've all been there. We talk specifically about investing mistakes, but we have plenty of resources to help you identify and avoid other money mistakes.
12 Home-Selling Mistakes You'll Regret
7 of the Worst Car-Buying Mistakes You Can Make
6 Mistakes To Avoid When You Turn 65
27 Big Financial Mistakes That Most People Make — and How to Fix Them
14 Mistakes That Are Running Up Your Water Bill
16 First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes To Avoid
10 Embarrassing Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes
5 Retirement Planning Mistakes You'll Regret Forever
9 Money Mistakes Setting Fire to Your Future
Investing for the future
Don't let the fear of making mistakes keep you from investing. In fact, one of the biggest mistakes is not getting started. Here are some articles that can help you become a better investor.
3 Myths That Successful Investors Wish You'd Stop Believing
Saving Is Not Enough: Why You Need to Invest
5 Simple Tips to Make Money With Stocks
Investing in Gold and Gold IRAs: 5 Things You Need to Know
How to Choose Between Active and Passive Investing
7 Things You Should Know Before Investing in I Bonds
9 Tips for Sane and Successful Stock Investing
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investing: Hope or Hype?
How to Invest When Both Stocks and Bonds Are Falling
7 of the Best Ways to Invest That Don't Involve Stocks
How to Find the Best Dividend Stocks, Step by Step
How to Position Your Investment Portfolio for Tax Advantages
Meet this week's guest, Jason L. Smith
Jason L Smith, CEP®, BPC is a nationally acclaimed speaker, financial planner, best-selling author, coach, and entrepreneur. He is the Founder and CEO of C2P, as well as JL Smith, his own holistically run financial services practice.
Jason is the author of the best-selling book, The Bucket Plan: Protecting and Growing Your Assets for a Worry-Free Retirement, which was recently named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Top 10 Retirement Planning Books; the only one based on a financial planning process. He also wrote Clarity 2 Prosperity: An Advisor's Guide to Charging Planning Fees for Holistic Planning, and co-authored The Hiring Advantage. Jason's Bucket Plan philosophy inspired a children's book designed to teach kids responsible spending, saving, and earning principles, Days Can Be Sunny for Bunnies and Money.
Jason and his wife, Holly, have a daughter, Jordan, and two sets of twins: Berkeley and Wyatt, and Lincoln and Lennon. Jason enjoys reading, grilling, yoga, strength training, and anything that gets him outdoors.
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Forecast 2024: Where Stocks, Rates and Housing are Headed
In this episode, we predict what will happen to your money in 2024.
Israel…Ukraine…a presidential election…inflation…possible recession. A lot is going on that could affect the global economy, as well as your personal economy.
It's always dangerous to make predictions, but we're going to do it anyway, as we have for decades here at Money Talks News.
Today, we will focus on three main areas: The stock market, the housing market, and interest rates.
More than likely, you've got a dog in at least one of these fights, right? So, in addition to predicting what's ahead, we're going to make suggestions on what you should be doing now to prepare.
Host Stacy Johnson is joined by financial journalist Miranda Marquit. Listening in and sometimes contributing is producer Aaron Freeman. This week our special guest is Marc Lieberman, the founder of Shorepine Wealth Management. Friend of the show, Pam Krueger from Wealthramp, is also joining us to talk about what's next.
Before you listen, remember: This isn't financial advice. So make sure to do your own research and consult your own experts before acting on anything you learn here.
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2024 money forecast
Are you ready for 2024? What do you think is coming? Our panelists share what they think will happen in various parts of the market—and why.
First of all, take a look at what some of the experts are saying from around the web:
Business Insider's story on stock market predictions for 2024
U.S. News shares insight into what might happen with stocks due to the presidential election
Reuter's reports on potential interest rate cuts in 2024
Bankrate has a housing market prediction for the coming year
The Economist shares ten predictions for 2024
And what about our own predictions from past years at Money Talks News? Compare our past performance and check out some other information on the 2024 money forecast:
Where Stocks Are Going in 2023 and Where You Should Invest Now
Top Money Predictions for 2022
7 Reasons 2024 Could Be the Year Homebuyers Catch a Break
4 Key Financial Goals Everyone Should Have for 2024
7 Ways the Social Security System Will Change in 2024
6 Ways Shopping Could Change in 2024
7 Ways Retirement Laws Will Change in 2024
Off the Beaten Path: 10 Trending Travel Destinations for 2024
Position your finances for a better 2024
As you prepare for the coming year, you can take steps now and early in the new year to set yourself up for better financial success.
6 End-of-Year Money Moves You Should Make Right Now
8 Holiday Gifts To Help Friends and Family Manage Their Money
Mind Over Money: How Thoughts Create Wealth
7 Proven Ways to Get Free Money
25 Tips for How to Save Money If Your Paycheck Is Stretched Thin
How to Find the Top Entry-Level, High-Paying Jobs
20 High-Paying Part-Time Jobs With Flexibility
9 Energy-Efficient Home Improvements That Save You Money
8 Ways to Get Some Fast Financial Wins
10 Reasons Why Talking About Money Can Give You a Better Future
4 Reasons People Kept Their Money Resolutions in 2023 — and 1 Reason They Failed
10 Bad Money Habits That Are Robbing You Blind
Meet this week's guest, Marc Lieberman
Marc Lieberman is the founder of Shorepine Wealth Management, a fee-only financial advisor based in Tiburon, CA serving clients across the country. Marc has spent more than 20 years in the investment industry. He embodies a unique combination of skills that includes managing portfolios ranging in size from less than $1 Million to over $600 Million As a fee-only, fiduciary, and independent financial advisor, Marc Lieberman is never paid a commission of any kind, and has a legal obligation to provide unbiased and trustworthy financial advice.
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Meet this week's guest, Pam Krueger
Pam Krueger is a recognized investor advocate and award-winning personal finance journal
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This is my favorite money related podcast. The advice is always good and practical and the personalities offer varied points of view. And there is humor which makes it an especially fun listen!
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