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| Market narratives don’t move prices—buyers and sellers do. In this Short video, Lance Roberts explains why following headlines instead of data creates emotional bias and consistently pushes investors into bad trades. 📺Full episode: Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow |
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Bear Market Losses – A Dangerous Illusion
2025-10-06
When bear market losses occur, headlines talk in percentages: “The market dropped 20 %.” Investors nod. A 20 % decline sounds manageable, historical, and expected. As Ben Carlson recently penned: “Bear markets have some symmetry to them, at least in the short-term. In the long term, bull markets versus bear markets are asymmetric. Things are not balanced. Look at …
10-3-25 Protecting Your Family’s Future: Financial Basics You Cannot Ignore
2025-10-03
Protecting your family starts with the right financial basics. Jon Penn & Jonathan McCarty break down the must-have estate planning tools, insurance coverage, and financial safeguards every household needs.
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Eli Lilly And Its Competitors Pop On The Pfizer News
2025-10-03
Eli Lilly and other US-based drug makers have led the market over the last few days. The reason appears to be Pfizer’s agreement with President Trump to sell its drugs through Medicaid at cheaper prices. It’s not just Pfizer; Eli Lilly is reportedly in active discussions with the administration to participate in a similar deal. …
10-1-25 Government Shutdown Begins: What It Means for Markets & Investors {REVISED*]
2025-10-01
The U.S. government shutdown has officially started. What does this mean for the economy, markets, and your investments? Lance Roberts covers the immediate fallout from the shutdown on federal spending, workers, and services ; how markets have historically reacted during shutdowns—and what to expect this time; the risk to GDP, delayed economic data releases, and consumer confidence.
This shutdown is more than politics—it’s a real test for the economy and financial markets. Stay informed and prepared.
[*NOTE: YouTube sustained severe streaming issues during this morning’s live feed. This is a separate recording of the show.]
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0:19 – Government Shutdown Risks to Market
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9-30-25 Why Do We Invest? 10 Powerful Reasons Explained
2025-09-30
Why do we invest? The answer goes far beyond just making money. Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn, Two Dads on Money, break down the most important reasons people put their money to work in the markets.
Lance and Jon also show why investing is not just for Wall Street professionals—it’s for everyone.
Whether you’re just starting out or refining your long-term strategy, this episode will give you a clear framework for why investing is essential for financial freedom and peace of mind.
0:19 – Quarter-end Rebalancing & Potential Gove’t Shutdown
6:14 – Pay Attention to the US Dollar
12:49 – Why & How We Invest: Real Estate & FOMO
18:41 – Trade Like a Pro – Not a Gambler
23:27 – Dealing w Emotions as Investors
25:28 – When Life Happens – Car Batteries & Tires
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8/8/25 What Would a 20% Social Security Reduction Mean for Your Retirement?
2025-08-08
Could your Social Security check be slashed by 20%?
With trust fund depletion looming, many retirees could face harsh income cuts sooner than expected. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty break down what a 20% Social Security reduction would mean for your retirement lifestyle, how to prepare now, and smart income strategies to fill the gap. Whether you’re already retired or nearing retirement, this is a must-watch.
0:18 – Social Security should be considered a stipend
5:30 – Social Security Shores-up Your Financial Plan
11:30 – The Myth of Breaking-even
13:18 – Family Dynamics & Spousal Benefits
16:50 – Calculating Benefit Loss from Taking early Retirement
18:30 – If Social Security Goes Away…
21:48 – Paying More Taxes to Shore Up Trust Fund
24:31 – Giving Up More by Taking SS Early
8-5-25 Retirement is Boring
2025-08-05
Humans need to DO something. The notion of retirement as sleeping-in, playing video games, doing what ever you want when…it’s not healthy, and the guy that created the Financial Independence, Retire Early movement…went back to work.
Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO
Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer
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8-1-25 Herd Mentality Could Be Costing You Big
2025-08-01
Why do investors so often buy high and sell low? Jonathan Penn & Matt Doyle expose the dangers of herd mentality in the stock market, how FOMO (fear of missing out) drives bad decisions, and what behavioral finance teaches us about avoiding costly investing mistakes. Learn how to recognize crowd behavior—and how to protect your portfolio from emotional traps. Jon & Matt also cover market response to new tariffs, and whether markets will catch a breather. Transitioning from an accumulator to a distributor in terms of cash flow in retirement. An interesting comparison between Ricky Arnaz & Lucille Ball and Lance & Christina Roberts. How RIA crafts a retirement fund distribution plan; more commentary on our last Radio episode, and a preview of our next Candid Coffee [see registration link
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