Saturday, January 13, 2018 Barbara Cotton-Regional Development Officer, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod & Jim and Rick Penn of Puritan Cape Cod
Something More with Chris Boyd
Release Date: 01/16/2018
Feelings vs. Facts
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Feelings vs. Facts – As a follow up to a recent discussion about how the majority of Americans feel as if the economy is in a recession and the financial markets are struggling, Brian Regan joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry to talk about how the emotions/feelings of many clients do not match the data. Chris proposes a theory that much of this disconnect is related to how inflation has put pressure on household budgets. Jeff weights in that the presidential election, increasing national debt, and wars in the Middle East and Ukraine add to investor concerns. Brian brings in a variety of data...
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The work-from-home stocks
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The work-from-home stocks – Brian Regan joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for a conversation about the work-from-home pandemic era stocks, including Zoom, Twilio, and Peloton. The trio discusses how each company exemplifies the highs and lows of pandemic-fueled growth and the challenges of sustaining momentum in a post- pandemic world. Brian offers his commentary whether any of these companies are investable now “that they’ve fallen back to earth?” Not just for the specific stocks discussed, but as the dust of the pandemic settles, the dialogue continues how these types of companies are...
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Memorial Day Weekend and In the News
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Memorial Day Weekend and In the News – With Memorial Day approaching, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day. They highlight the Cape Cod Cares for the Troops event happening on Sunday, May 26 th (see link below) as they outline the excellent work done by Michelle and Dylan DeSilva. Chris and Jeff next discuss that despite recent economic data, most Americans feel like they are living in a recession (see related story below). Continuing with items in the news, Chris mentions data from the last week that shows the United States level of national debt is now...
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Duffy Health Center Update
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Duffy Health Center Update – Heidi Nelson, CEO of Duffy Health Center joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry with an update on Duffy’s efforts to prevent and serve the homeless individuals and families on Cape Cod. Heidi shares a personal announcement of her upcoming 2025 retirement and offers her thoughts on recent data concerning the scope of homelessness across the Cape. Heidi answers questions about the challenges and opportunities of providing medical, mental health, and addiction treatment to the homeless population. Heidi invites people to learn more about Duffy and ways to support their...
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Best Night - Cape Cod
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Best Night - Cape Cod – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Bert Talerman, President of Cape Cod 5 Bank. The episode starts off with congratulations to Bert for being recognized with the Visionary Award from the Cape and Islands United Way. Chris outlines the various efforts the United Way provides funding and services. Bert next answers Chris’s questions about the current banking environment and economic conditions on Cape Cod. Jeff expresses appreciation to Bert and Cape Cod 5 for their efforts to enhance financial literacy. Jeff shares a story of a program offered at the Barnstable County...
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What is it worth? The Value of an advisor
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What is it worth? – How does one put a value on collaborating with a good financial advisor? Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore this question and more. Chris and Jeff begin the conversation by outlining the various roles of a financial advisor. Chris explains the importance of working with a Fiduciary. Jeff suggests a 3-question test before selecting the right financial advisor. A wide range of topics are discussed including making the decision when to retire, claiming social security, asset allocation, risk tolerance, estate planning, tax planning, Roth conversions, retirement cash-flow...
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Cape Cod Housing Challenges
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Cape Cod Housing Challenges – Alisa Magnotta from the Housing Assistance Corp (HAC) of Cape Cod joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry to discuss the numerous housing related challenges in the region. Alisa reviews the wide range of services and programs of HAC in attempts to bridge issues between homelessness and homeownership. The discussion highlights the growing issues of homelessness, including an increasing number of senior citizens, and the ever-present need for additional workforce housing. Chris asks Alisa how people can assist HAC with their efforts. For more information or to reach Chris...
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8 Ways to become poor in your Retirement
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8 Ways to become poor in your Retirement – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review an article which outlines common financial mistakes baby boomers are making in their retirement years (see link below). Having too much consumer debt, starting social security too soon, having too much house, not having a realistic budget, and selling your investments at the wrong time are some of the issues covered. https://www.gobankingrates.com/retirement/planning/ways-baby-boomers-become-poor- in-retirement/ For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
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Should you worry about a declining birth rate?
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Should you worry about a declining birth rate? –The world is at a startling demographic milestone. Sometime soon, the global fertility rate will drop below the point needed to keep population constant. It may have already happened. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review a recent Wall Street Journal article discussing what declining birth rates mean to the economy, investing and the quality of life (see link below). For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
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What is the economic data telling us?
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What is the economic data telling us? – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore the financial data reports from the past week, including the Producer Price Index, Consumer Price Index, Retail Sales, and Consumer Debt. Chris reviews comments from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell regarding the Federal Reserve’s efforts to tame inflation. Jeff discusses the impacts that higher interest rates are having on consumer spending and willingness to take on debt. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
info_outlineWhat a packed show! Hosts Lisa Laine and Ryan Hill from AMR fill in for Chris. In the first hour, Barbara Cotton, Regional Development Officer for Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Cape Cod join them in the studio. January is National Mentoring Month! Barbara brings awareness to the need of positive role models for children across Cape Cod. She also explains the process and benefits of becoming a mentor. Interested in becoming a mentor or donating? Go to www.CapeBigs.org. In the second hour, Rick & Jim Penn from Purtian Cape Cod share the history of the store, planning of their 100th anniversary in 2019 and more! They share with the listeners their retail philosophy, values, strategy and what keeps their business strong. Check out their store locations at www.purtiancapecod.com. Great show!