Category Archive: 9a.) Real Investment Advice

Business Owners: Why Your Personal Financial Plan Needs More Than Just a CPA

Running a successful business takes grit, vision, and no shortage of time. Between managing operations, leading teams, and scaling growth, personal financial planning often gets pushed to the back burner. When business owners do seek help, they typically turn to their CPA for advice. And while CPAs are invaluable for accounting and tax compliance, they’re …

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6-11-25 The Private Equity Story

This is an abridged selection from a previous show; we think the information bears repeating, even as the SEC is considering lifting restrictions from some investments that require a certain level of liquidity and financial savvy. The SEC is discussing the elimination of "accredited investor" status in order to allow individual (retail) investors to enter the private equity arena. Lance and Jonathan thoroughly discuss the pro's and con's...

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6-11-25 Zero % Interest Is Not Normal

What the market expects, and what happens in real life, are two different things: Interest Rates are a function of economic growth and inflation. With GDP at 2.3 and Inflation at 2.3-ish, Yields should be at about 4.6-ish, and that's about where they are now. Zero-percent rates is not normal; buying a house at 2.5percent is not normal. Where we are now IS about normal. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO...

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6-28-25 Candid Coffee TEASER

Register for our next live webinar, "Financial Independence Candid Coffee," June 28, 2025: https://streamyard.com/watch/BUr4UuRVt6Uj

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6-1 1-25 CPI Day: Will Inflation Hold Steady?

Today is CPI Day, and all eyes are on the Consumer Price Index report for May. What will today’s CPI data mean for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate path and future market volatility? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff examine the implications for stocks, bonds, and consumer sentiment. Tune in for an investor-focused look at inflation trends, historical context, and what may come next. #MayCPI #InflationWatch #CPI2025

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6-10-25 Is Making Private Equity Public a Good Idea?

The SEC is considering dropping "accredited investor" designation so as to enable retail investors to participate in private equity opportunities; but is removing the scarcity aspect of private investing a sound proposition? Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- ➢ Watch Live Mon-Fri, 6a-7a Central on our Youtube Channel:...

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The Google AI Buildout In Plain English

On May 20th, Google CEO Sundar Pichai updated the public on the company's progress on its AI development as follows: We are now processing 480 trillion monthly tokens, a nearly 50X increase in just one. Over 7 million developers are now building with the Gemini API, a 5x growth since last I.O., and our enterprise … Continue reading...

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Deficits And The Tradeoffs Required To Fix Them

By falling significantly short of its intended savings goals, the DOGE program underscores the substantial challenges that hinder efforts to reduce federal spending and cut the deficit. Furthermore, its failure suggests that a more expedient way to reduce the deficit might be to increase federal revenue. Thus, we pose the simple hypothetical question: What if …

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6-10-25 Private Equity is Coming for Your Money

Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn uncover how private equity investments are no longer just for the ultra-wealthy...but is that the best plan? With Wall Street's latest push, retail investors are now being targeted as the next frontier for capital. From alternative investments in 2025 to the growing trend of private equity entering 401(k) plans, we break down what you need to know about the risks of private equity, the lack of transparency compared...

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The Economy Is The Real Deficit Problem

The deficit fearmongers are out in full force, warning that massive debt payments will further exacerbate the deficit and ultimately bankrupt the country. While we agree that steadily increasing deficits are a significant problem, we believe it's not for the reasons most people give. To that end, a recent Tweet by George Gammon succinctly makes …

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Top 5 Mistakes High Net Worth Individuals Make Without a Financial Plan

When you’ve worked hard to build wealth, protecting it becomes just as important as growing it. However, even high net worth individuals (HNWIs) often fall into avoidable traps, especially when navigating wealth without a formal financial plan. Without a clear strategy, even sophisticated investors may overlook important details, leading to costly consequences over time. In …

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6-9-25 Buying the Dip is Not an Easy Thing

The time when you are most fearful of buying into the market is exactly when you should; it's counter-intuitive: We look at all the bearish sentiment, and add our own bias, and talk ourselves out of it. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- ➢ Watch Live Mon-Fri, 6a-7a Central on our Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow ➢ Listen daily on...

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6-9-25 How to Buy the Dip–Technically Speaking

Are you waiting for the perfect moment to "buy the dip" but unsure how to spot it? Lance Roberts reveals how to identify smart entry points using technical analysis. From recognizing key support levels and reversal patterns, to understanding what oversold indicators are really telling you, we’ll walk you through the tools, charts, and signals that professional investors rely on. Whether you're a seasoned trader or a long-term investor...

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Bond Yield Chasing: Tomorrow’s Narrative?

Numerous bond narratives are driving long-term bond yields higher. “Crippling deficits” and a tariff-induced inflation sit at the top the list. We have repeatedly poked holes in these narratives. Instead of dwelling further on them, let's consider what tomorrow's narratives might be. When the bond market changes direction and yields fall, the two narratives we …

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“Buying The Dip” – Here’s A Technical Way To Do It

Recently, I did an interview about "buying the dip" in the market, which generated many comments. Most were, "You're stupid; the market is going to crash," but one comment deserved a more thorough discussion. "When buying the dip, how do you know when to do it, or not?" That is the right question. Of course, you will never know … Continue...

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Stock Market Performance As Summer Arrives

Inside This Week's Bull Bear Report Breakout! Next Stop, Previous Highs Last week, we discussed the successful test of the 200-DMA. "Most notably, this past week was the successful test of the 200-DMA. The pullback to that previous broken resistance level and subsequent bounce highly suggests that the April correction is complete and that market …

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6-6-25 What is the Next Catalyst to Move Markets?

There are always big, scary headlines for markets to digest...and they always absorb the data; the news has been priced-in. What we don't have presently is a catalyst. Hosted by Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- ➢ Watch Live Mon-Fri, 6a-7a Central on our Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow ➢ Listen daily on Apple Podcasts:...

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6-6-25 Is 70 the New 65? Rethinking Retirement in America

Should the new retirement age be 70? Richard Rosso explores the financial, social, and personal implications of delaying retirement. What does working longer mean for your retirement planning in 2025 and beyond? Is it a necessity—or a trap? Whether you're nearing retirement or decades away, understanding how changes to the retirement age could affect your benefits and financial independence is critical. Listen or watch to hear what raising the...

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The Deficit Crisis Is Really A Recession Problem

The graph below provides a clearer understanding of the US fiscal deficit. First, focus on the red line below, graphing the ratio of federal debt to GDP. Note that it is at the same level today as it was in 2021. Similarly, before the pandemic, it had been relatively flat for seven years. This highlights … Continue reading...

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Does Consumer Spending Drive Earnings Growth?

It would seem evident that most investors would understand that consumer spending drives economic growth, ultimately creating corporate earnings growth. Yet, despite this somewhat tautological statement, Wall Street appears to ignore this simple reality when forecasting forward earnings. As discussed recently, S&P Global's current estimates show earnings are growing far above the long-term exponential growth …

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