Student loan debt can be daunting, as it stays with you for years post-graduation and there are several philosophies on how to work payments into your financial plan. The guys are joined by a special guest to discuss PAYE versus SAVE payment plans, average rates and considerations of refinancing your loans. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
The holiday season is here, bringing a time of joy and giving, but for some, it’s a budgeting nightmare. With seemingly endless gifts to buy, setting boundaries around how much you’re spending can be a difficult task. The guys offer tips on setting a holiday budget and sticking to it. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
The IRS released the new tax-advantaged contribution limits for next year, and the guys walk through the numbers for 401(k), IRAs, capital gain rates and more. Though the revised contribution limits aren’t as significant as hoped, they will still provide the opportunity to save more. LINKS Notice 2024-80 cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Many market sectors continued to be up since the election, but oil was down 5%. With the new administration, what is the future of energy, including oil and renewables? The guys revisit their post-election analysis, diving into the potential future of energy production, crypto trends and merger and acquisition regulations. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Election night brought a generational day in the market, with the S&P 500, mid- and small-caps and the Russell 2000 Index all up. Why were these surges so drastic and will these surges last with the new presidency? The guys dive into what the election results mean big picture for the economy in four significant policy categories: tariffs, taxes, immigration and infrastructure. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
It’s Election Day, and the guys share why it’s crucial to avoid attempting to time the market during this transitional period. They also discuss which states face the heaviest taxpayer burden, how the tenure treasury bond yield impacts mortgage rates and how to be cautious of letting emotions dictate your investments. LINKS Truth in Accounting Financial State of the States cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
There’s a significant difference in the way men and women make financial decisions and feel towards their investments. A special guest joins the guys to share research on gender differences in financial planning and why it’s so important to intentionally spread financial literacy. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
In many states, a large portion of energy consumption is dedicated to data processing centers, fueling the way for technological development. In addition to talking about national energy distribution, the guys discuss near-shoring possibilities, the influence of fiscal policy against fixed rate payments, and possible solutions to Social Security funding. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
If Social Security continues its path of smaller COLA increases and higher wage bases each year, where does that leave the future of the program? This week, the guys are smattering on a few different topics, from social security increases and active participation in pension plans to state-mandated qualified retirement plans. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
The U.S. national debt continues to grow by the trillions, but can we articulate what that means? And while our portfolios still seem intact, does the U.S. debt really even matter? Managing Director of Tectonic Advisors Brad Sanders joins the guys to review the U.S. debt report card and discuss how we got to this point, the causes and effects of unipolarity, and even offers a fresh perspective on the current situation. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
To celebrate their 200th episode, the guys explore some of the most outlandish tax deduction cases. And since those likely won't pass muster, they share their own approved end-of-year tax tips. From retirement contributions to business expenses and pass-through entity taxes, make sure your tax planning strategy is ready for the year-end. Plus, the Fed cut rates and the guys cover what this may mean in the coming months. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Have associate doctors' salaries grown over the last few years? Are dentists nationwide getting the medical benefits and PTO they desire? The guys are diving into Dental Post’s 2024 Dental Industry Salary Report and seeing where the salaries of nationwide dental offices have changed and where they’re going. LINKS Dental Post 2024 Dental Industry Salary Report cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
It’s never too late (or too early) to strengthen your financial knowledge and apply it to your life. Whether you’re headed off to college, paying for your children’s college, or still recovering from college debt, the 3to1 Foundation helps audiences of all ages learn more about saving, goal setting, budgeting, investing and debt management. A special guest joins this episode to share their work through 3to1 and how you can share the gift of education to your community and loved ones. LINKS 3to1 ...
What might a rate hike mean for U.S. debt? How will the election and a rate cut affect market stability? The guys discuss the upcoming sunset of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, if it’s wise to try to avoid peril in the market by pulling your investments and how the irrational behavior of some markets doesn't always reflect what’s going on in the broader economy. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
With the U.S. debt at an all-time high and tax rate increases seemingly being the only solution, how can you proactively design your portfolio? Hunter and Judson discuss making financial plans with tax rate changes in mind, distribution planning and where to put your savings. Plus, they give their college football predictions for their alma maters and which teams will end up in the playoffs this season. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Rates are being closely monitored as markets await a cut from the Fed, the FTC non-compete rule is on hold and banking rates seem to be changing. With all that’s going on in the economic news right now, where does it leave the economy for the rest of the year? Hunter and Judson catch up on the latest market news. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
In an environment where interest rates are higher than they’ve been, the private debt asset class has grown as an investment prepared to capitalize on growing yield. A guest from Apollo Global Management joins the guys to explain private debt funds, the loans that back them, and the flexibility and opportunity they can bring to investors. LINKS Apollo Global Management cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
It’s widely advised to start saving at the beginning of your career, but where exactly do you invest and budget your money? The guys are back in this two-part series to answer some of the CWA interns’ questions, from credit to mortgage payment planning to AI’s role in market strategy. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
When it comes to the game of life, we all got started somewhere, but it came with many questions around money, debt, and success. The CWA interns are asking some hard-hitting questions for Hunter and Judson in this game show-inspired episode. Tune in and you might just be refreshed with some tips! LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Market chaos has been the theme over the last few weeks, driven by a dip in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), and a likely rate cut coming in September. Also notable is the new focus on small-cap investments. But with the high levels of debt associated with these stocks, is the diversification and increased profitability of small-cap companies worth rearranging your portfolio? Hunter and Judson discuss the latest CPI numbers, a possible broader rotation in the market and the outlook on interest ra...
Running a successful business involves more than offering services or producing results. Customer service plays a crucial role in fostering a welcoming, positive experience for your clients or patients. Hunter and Judson are joined by a seasoned customer experience connoisseur to discuss the importance of a people-centered workplace culture. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
The housing market is stuck, the Fed hasn’t released a rate cut and stocks may not continue their current rally. On the upside, construction employment growth is up, and the Fed seems to be on the right track against inflation. Hunter and Judson dive into recent economic data, what it means for the rest of the year, and question if being in the middle of it really is as bad as it seems. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
What makes a good mentor or mentee? Is it more important to show the mentee the ropes or sit back and let them take the reins? Two guests join this episode to share their mentor-mentee relationship, what they learned through the process and the importance of having someone walk by your side as you step into a new role for the first time. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Happy Fourth of July! A special guest steps in to host this episode, while Hunter and Judson face off in some America-themed Jeopardy. Who will come out on top, what patriotic hats are they donning and who will win in a hot dog eating contest? LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
If you have an investment advisor or are considering getting one, you might wonder what the fees that go along with it are actually for. Do you pay via a percentage of your investments or write a check? A guest joins Hunter and Judson to dissect both fund level and advisory fees and the factors that could add significant value to your returns. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
It's halfway through 2024, and a lot has happened since Hunter and Judson made their yearly predictions back in January. This episode, the guys check in on how well their predictions are holding up, from the performance of the Magnificent 7 to Bitcoin and interest rates, plus how they think the rest of the year might line up with their initial forecasts. LINKS cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Rising interest rates have lowered bond prices, leaving dividend stocks as an investment strategy some investors are turning to as a source of income. Two guests join the guys to discuss yield strategies and making your investments last. LINKS Tectonic Advisors cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
Knowing how your practice’s averages compare against similar ones can offer invaluable insight into the areas of your practice that could use improvement. The guys are joined by a guest to dive into the new How Does Your Practice Compare? Report, from how the data is gathered, what it all means and how you can use it to propel your numbers this year. LINKS How Does Your Practice Compare? Report cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
When the time is right, selling your business is one of the best ways to contribute to building your wealth. But with so many different avenues for selling your practice, how do you know what way will work best for you? Hunter and Judson dive into the three main ways to sell your practice: walkaway sales, traditional partnerships and DSOs. LINKS NDP Transition Talk Podcast CWA Practice Transition Seminar CWA DSO Transition Seminar cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
In the last year, more than 500 new ETFs were launched. But not all of them were well-strategized, fee-reducing funds. A guest joins this episode to talk through some of the worst and best ETFs of last year, the updated HSA contribution limits for this year, and the latest news on CPI rates. LINKS Morning Star Article: The Best and Worst New ETFs of 2023 Apollo Article: Fed Hikes Having a Smaller Negative Effect on the Economy cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube...
