Money Talks focuses on personal finance as it applies to Mississippians. In any given week, we’ll talk about anything from preparing your taxes to saving for college or investing in the stock market. Our experts, Dr. Nancy Lottridge-Anderson, President of New Perspectives and Ryder Taff, portfolio manager at New Perspectives, are both Chartered Financial Analysts and Ryder also holds the Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement from the CFA Institute. They join Kevin Farrell in the studio to answer your personal finance questions about family budgeting, retirement savings, Social Security, investments, debt management and more.
Money Talks airs Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. CST on MPB Think Radio and online at mpbonline.org. Email the show: money@mpbonline.org.
Need a budget? Here's one: https://consumer.gov/sites/default/files/pdf-1020-make-budget-worksheet_form.pdf
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Millennials are earning $10,000 less than their parents' generation did at the same age. The average student debt for a millennial is double that of the previous generation. Ryder Taff gives advice and takes questions about millennials and their money plus other personal finance questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get Covered Mississippi! representatives, Michael and Lottie Minor, were guests on Money Talks. The Navigators for http://healthcare.gov explained how to sign up beginning November 1st, 2018. http://www.getcoveredms.org/ Marketplace Application Checklist 2018 https://marketplace.cms.gov/outreach-and-education/marketplace-application-checklist.pdf MS Affordable Care Act Enrollment Assisters by County http://www.getcoveredms.org/yahoo_site_admin/assets/docs/Walk_In_Locations_by_County_2018-19.3012...
We love our pets but they cost a lot! Here's some idea of the costs associated with our furry friends. Aquition fees: adoption or breeder costs First time costs spay / neutering initial exams collar and leashes litter box scrating post crate dog training fenced in backyard Annual costs vaccines flea control heartworm provention dental care litter toys and treats health insurance grooming pet sitting / kennel services For those who have lottery fever: our August 29th, 2017 gave some advice on how...
Travel Consultant, Kathy Young from McGehee Cruise and Vacation, gives us tips about getting our money's worth from a cruise. http://mcgeheecruise.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stephanie Bullock Project Coordinator for Complete 2 Compete,explains about the state wide initiative designed to help Mississippi adults, who have earned college credit but do not have a degree, better their lives by completing a degree program. Complete 2 Compete website: http://www.msc2c.org/ phone number: (833) C2C - 4EDU or (833) 222 - 4338 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Lenders often use credit scores to help decide if they will extend credit to consumers. We talk about what does and doesn't affect your credit score. 10 Credit Score Myths and Truths Behind Them was our guide for this show. https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/credit/10-credit-score-myths-and-the-truths-behind-them/ss-BBMDIAM The 3 credit reporting agencies each have websites with consumer information about credit scores: https://www.equifax.com/personal/education/credit/score/ https://www.experian.c...
District Manager, Shawn Mercer answers questions about Social Security. https://www.ssa.gov/ living overseas life expectancy worked overseas civil service and disability survivor benefits among half siblings earned income while drawing changing your mind about drawing and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Here are some suggestions to consider when you inherit or leave financial assets. Inheritance: Think before you spend Pay off debts, don't incur them Make investing a priority Splurge thoughtfully Leave something for your heirs - or charity Don't rush to switch financial advisors Passing along assets Non-probate assets Inter vivos gifts Trust Will Intestate succession Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Tips on how you could cut your cell phone costs. Switch to a no-contract plan. Look to prepaid carriers. Keep your phone longer. Use Wi-Fi Cut the Insurance Negotiate Look at your current data usage Limit background data. Cut Out the Stuff You Don’t Use Sign up for automated payments and paperless billing. Be careful when making international calls. Add lines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
What services does YOUR broker provide? What IS a broker? (What is ticker tape?) Kiplinger has a list of The Most-Overlooked Broker Perks https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/investing/T038-S002-most-overlooked-broker-perks/index.html Income Estimators FreeFunds Rock-Bottom Commissions Cutting-Edge Platforms Sign-Up Bonuses Credit Card Rewards Free ATMs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Our guest, Matt Ribe from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, talks about Student Loans. This show will benefit those with debt, those who have family with debt, those who might marry someone with debt, and anyone with kids who may incur debt in the future. National Foundation for Credit Couseling https://www.nfcc.org/ Special NFCC website for Student Loans https://www.studentloanhelp.org/ Chartered Financial Analysts: https://www.cfainstitute.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Our guests are from the US Department of Agriculture, Rural Development division - committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. State Director, John Rounsaville and Housing Programs Director Johnny Jones provided information about the loans and grants availalbe to Mississippiand and the services and projects they impliment to serve Mississippi. https://www.rd.usda.gov/ms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
With our guest Robert Dozier, Executive Director of the Mississippi Independent Pharmacist Association, we’ll be suggesting different methods to save money on prescription medications. Some of our tips may just be a change in the way you pay for your prescriptions other methods require you to speak with your doctor and pharmacist to determine what is right for you. Tips gathered from Consumer Reports May 2018 Issue concerns prescription drug prices. https://www.consumerreports.org/drug-prices/sh...
We've got personal finance habits everyone should follow to work toward good financial health This broadcast goes through a list from Time, online, that has 50 Personal Finance Habits Everyone Should Follow http://time.com/money/collection-post/4023439/personal-finance-habits/ Our hosts discuss some of them and their importance. Previous broadcasts discussing persoanl finance habits: http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money-talks/2018/05/29/money-talks-50-habits/ http://www.mpbonline.org/blogs/money...
Communications Manager for the ride hailing company Lyft was our guest on Money Talks. Lyft provides employment to independent contractors and convienient rides within a designated area. https://www.lyft.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our guest, Adam Todd, Governor's Job Fair Director gives tips and dates for Job Fairs in Mississippi. Governor's Job Fair Network of Mississippi: http://www.jobfairs.ms.gov/Pages/home.aspx Vicksburg Area Job Fair 2018 August 7th, 2018 9am - 1pm Vicksburg Convention Center, Vicksburg Mid-South Area Job Fair 218 August 16th, 2018 9am - 1pm Brown Baptist Church Family Life Center 980 Stateline Rd. E, Southaven Greenwood Leflore Area Job Fair 2018 August 28th, 2018 9am - 1pm Leflore County Center 20...
Our financial experts give their input concerning managing a loved one's money. Additional information: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/info-2017/managing-someone-elses-money.html?intcmp=AE-CAR-LEG-R2-C1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our host, Kevin Farrell, and our financial expert, Ryder Taff, take personal finance calls and discuss : Fourteen Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever from Kiplinger dot com https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/retirement/14-retirement-mistakes-you-will-regret-forever/ss-AAySerT?li=BBnbfcN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Our guest Bruce McClary, with National Foundation for Credit Counseling answers questions about credit scores and debt Their website has information about buying a home, make a budgets, and an online financial self-assessment tool: https://www.nfcc.org/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest Jason Hargraves from InsuranceQuotes.com talks about auto and home insurance. What determines your rates? What discounts are available? What can you do to lower your rates? How much coverage should you obtain? https://www.insurancequotes.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest Adam Black, mortgage banker with Renassant Bank explained home loans. https://ablack-renasantbank.mortgagewebcenter.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest Danny Lee, President of Gulf Coast Association of Realtors discusses shopping for your largest purchase - a home.Buy A Home: Step by Step https://www.houselogic.com/buy/how-to-buy-step-by-step/first-time-home-buying-tips/The Ultimate "I Wanna Buy A House!" Checklist https://static.houselogic.com/content/webfiles/c5b8efec-f322-4402-9ffe-73ffebc36423/HouseLogicThe_Ultimate_I_Wanna_Buy_lmXO9NE.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Ryder Taff, CFA, CIPM and Portfolio Manager at New Perspectives, Inc talks about bond duration, online trading, margin accounts, and risk. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority information: https://www.finra.org/investors/advanced-investing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Time, online, has a list of 50 Personal Finance Habits Everyone Should Follow http://time.com/money/collection-post/4023439/personal-finance-habits/ Our hosts discuss some of them and their importance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest attorney Richard Courtney discusses elder and disability money issues. http://www.elderlawms.com/richard-a-courtney/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Don’t assuming coupons are always money Check for coupons and sale items on an app Don’t stay loyal to brands Don’t ignore expiration dates Don’t shop when you're hungry Buying pre-made foods may be more expensive Trends are a way to sell new items Stock up on Sale Items Check Unit Prices Beware of entrances, the seasonal isle, and the homewares Check out the freezer isle for out of season produces Bring a list and stick to it At Kroger , use your SNAP card and receive a Fresh Savings coupon at ...
Get your finances prepared for disasters and emergencies! 2018 Emergency Financial First Aid Kit https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1524144185649-5dd9736e7ff89b5997182396f4e13fee/Emergency_Financial_First_Aid_Kit_(EFFAK)_signed_04.09.18_508.pdf 2017 MEMA's Hurricane preparedness guide http://www.msema.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/2017-Hurricane-Guide.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
The WIN Job Center and their employment experts are resources that provide job placement assistance, job and skill training, priority services for veterans, career counseling and referral to many other valuable services. Guests: Daphne James and Robert Freeman http://mdes.ms.gov/win-job-centers/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Selena Swartzfager, President of the Mississippi Council on Economic education http://mscee.org/ The Treasurer's Education about Money (TEAM) initiative seeks to change Mississippi's financial culture. http://www.treasurerlynnfitch.ms.gov/TEAM/Pages/default.aspx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Any topic was up for discussion! Retirement and rollovers were popular on this show. 50 Personal Finance Habits Everyone Should Follow http://time.com/money/collection-post/4023439/personal-finance-habits/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
