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Mortgage Companies Annaly Expected to Perform Well as Fed Cuts Rates

2024-10-07

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Investing in mortgage companies like Annaly could be a smart move as interest rates decrease. Get a 13% yield while waiting for potential growth! 📈 #FinanceTips #Investing #Annaly Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/6704b3 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Employment Numbers Disappoint: A Reality Check on Post-2020 Job Rehiring

2024-10-06

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Reality check on #employment numbers! The recent revision shows 818,000 jobs lost post-2020 were rehires. Slow economic growth = slower wage increases. 📉 Watch the show here: https://cstu.io/5768c6 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Dad’s Wisdom: Sometimes Difficult to Follow, Always Worth It

2024-10-05

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Listen to Dad 99% of the time! 🔌😅 Learned the hard way not to remodel the house. Who else can relate? #LifeLessons #DadKnowsBest Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/378165 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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10-4-24 The Importance of Trusts in Financial Planning

2024-10-04

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Market preview & Fed possiblities as jobs numbers are releasaed today; anecdotal evidence that small businesses are making more credit inquiries to banks: A prelude to more growth? The Longshoreman's strike is suspended with a proposed 65% pay increase; raises the question of value in the cost of a college degree. The marriage of blue collar jobss to AI will present new opportunities with rewarding pay. Jon & Matt discuss aspects of...

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How to Utilize Work Benefits for Financial Security and Growth

2024-10-04

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Exploring the benefits at work - Roth vs. pre-tax for 401ks, disability insurance, and more! Building a secure future goes beyond expectations. 🌟 #FinancialTips #Insurance Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/6c03ff YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Election Outcome Presents Opportunity For Investors

2024-10-04

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2024-10-04

As the November 2024 election draws near, the election outcome will profoundly affect the financial markets. Whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris wins the presidency, each administration will bring distinct policies creating investment opportunities and potential risks for investors.

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10-3-24 When a Crystal Ball Clouds Investor Judgement

2024-10-03

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A preview of tomorrow''s employment report an the phenomenon of "labor hoarding;" a weaker jobs report will not necessarily be recessionary. Markest are retesting support, and if it cannot hold, will trigger a sell signal. Lance's FEMA rant & JOLTS preview w Michael Lebowitz; the labor market is behaving like the housing market: no one is doing anything. What will the Fed do in response to poor jobs numbers? Interestingly, QT is...

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Strategies to Curb Excess Spending and Set Financial Boundaries

2024-10-03

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Financial advisor insights on tough money conversations and budgeting for gifts. Life happens quick, but it's important to stay on top of your finances! 💸💬 #moneytalks #budgetingtips Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/5b9665 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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10-2-24 Shutdown, Strikes, & Volatility: Safeguarding Your Portfolio Now

2024-10-02

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A brief recap of the VP-debate; market futures are lower in search of a catalyst, and dislike the uncertainty preceeding an election. Markets have pulled backk thanks to investor exhaustion; Oil prices are on the rise amid escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, creating short-term risks until resolved. The Port Strike isn't 'the thing' that will trigger markets. Look for alternative shipping as opportunities to invest (Daggett makes Jimmy...

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Is Inflation Really High? The Role of Housing and Healthcare

2024-10-02

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Did you know that inflation is only 1.2% without healthcare and housing costs factored in? 📉 Interesting insights on insurance and rent stability! #economy #inflation Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/76c014 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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A Crystal Ball Isnt Enough: The Importance Of Context

2024-10-02

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2024-10-02

On September 18, 2024, the headlines read the Fed cut the Fed Funds rate by 50 basis points. At first blush, one would think that a trader with a crystal ball a couple of days before the Fed action would buy bonds and lick their chops over the money they would soon make. In this case, the crystal ball was a curse. Bond yields rose following the rate cut despite what many investment professionals perceive to be a bullish event. If you scour the...

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10-1-24 How Long Can the ‘Everything Market’ Last?

2024-10-01

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It's a big news week: The Dock Workers' strike has begun, Israel is launching a land assault into Lebanon, and celebrity deaths (Pete Rose, Kris Kristofferson) top the news. And Jimmy Carter turns 100. Meanwhile, Q3 Earnings Season commences after three very strong quarters of business in what has been one the of the best presidential years since the 1950's. A correction at this point would be healthy for markets. We think there will be a 3- to 5%...

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How to Effectively Time an ETF for a Volatility Spike

2024-10-01

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Timing is key when trading ETFs for volatility. Just like options, trade strategically to avoid erosion of returns. 📈💰 #TradingTips #ETFs Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/efe548 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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The “Everything Market” Could Last A While Longer

2024-10-01

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2024-10-01

We are currently in the “everything market.” It doesn’t matter what you have probably invested in; it is currently increasing in value. However, it isn’t likely for the reasons you think. A recent Marketwatch interview with the always bullish Jim Paulson got his reasoning for the rally. “It is this cocktail of ‘full support’ at the front end of a bull market which commonly has created an ‘Everything Market’ during the early part of a new bull....

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9-30-24 Navigating A Confidence Dichotomy

2024-09-30

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The last day of September brings the end of the month, end of the quarter, and a preview of the next round of corporate earnings. So far, no evidence of recession is appearing. Regardless of your investment thesis, money flow still matters most, and there's lots of money flowing into markets. China is most over-bought in years, thanks to Chinese government stimulus. Earnings outlooks will matter going forward. Oil prices are getting thrashed, with...

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Cut Spending Now: Focus on What You Can Control

2024-09-30

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Governments should focus on reducing spending and controlling costs by investing in projects better suited for private funding. 📉 #FinanceTips #SmartInvesting Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/755f0a YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Understanding S&P Yields: Avoiding High-Risk Investment Traps

2024-09-28

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Building wealth step by step 💰 Setting realistic goals and working towards them! #FinancialSuccess #MoneyGoals Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/8d6e2b YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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The Hidden Dangers of Comparing Investments to Indexes

2024-09-27

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Avoid tracking indexes over time! Brokerage firms benefit from your trades, not you. Money in motion creates fees. Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/e9bf37 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-27-24 Is Micro-Retirement Right for You?

2024-09-27

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Jonthan & Jonathan stand in for Danny & Rich with a preview of today's PCE report, and inklings of dissent within the Fed on the latest rate cut. The handwriting is on the wall for Savers; time to reassess strategies as interest rates fall. Ho will the election outcomes affect your financial planning? Worst-case scenario: a contested election (the markets hate uncertainty). With the ebb and flow of markets, we make adjustments on the fly,...

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Tax Cuts – An Examination Of The 2017 TCJA Impact

2024-09-27

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2024-09-27

An analysis of Presidential Candidate Trump’s policy proposals recently suggests that tax cuts will increase the deficit. While the raw analysis is correct, as it subtracts the potential for reduced tax collections from the tariff revenue, it ignores the impact on economic growth. There is much rhetoric about the impact of tax cuts, mostly centering around “only benefitting the rich.” While it may seem that “the rich” are the ones who...

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