Ep. 38 Launch Financial- Navigating The Current Insurance Environment as a Young Professional with Matthew Friedson
Release Date: 06/22/2021
Ep. 211 Launch Financial- Uncertainty Rises on Future Rate Cuts
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we unpack a sharp fall in the market following last week's inflation data coming in slightly higher on an annualized rate. The percentage of a future interest rate cut now lies at just 55%. Head to our blog and social channels for more information on year end financial checklists and family financial education. Show Notes:
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Ep. 211 Launch Financial- Stock Market Soars As Major Averages Hit Record Highs
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss the stock and bond markets following a huge week with the results of the Presidential Election, The Federal Reserve cutting interest rates 25-basis points, and a slew of corporate earnings. This week we await more corporate earnings in the retail sector, along with more core inflation reports. Show Notes:
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Ep. 210 Launch Financial- Presidential Election Day 2024
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we await the outcome of the 2024 Presidential Election, coupled with a big week ahead which awaits the Federal Reserve's conclusion of their two-day interest rate meeting. As we head into November, all eyes look towards the future of interest rate policy and year end finanical planning topics. Show Notes:
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Ep. 209 Launch Financial- Consumer Confidence Surges Amid Huge Earnings Week
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a slew of economic data points and a big week of earnings reports to come. The market continues to hit fresh records as we head towards a potentially positive month of October in the market. Show Notes:
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Ep. 208 Launch Financial- Markets Continue Rally for A Strong October
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we disucss a strong stock market rally, with the S&P500 setting new records, up 10 of the past 11 months, 9 of the past 10 weeks, and 5 months in a row! October is financial planning month, so we continue to share some important year end financial planning items to hit before December 31st. Show Notes:
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Ep. 207 Launch Financial- S&P500 Marks its 45th Record High This Year
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big rally in the stock market, with the Dow and S&P500 reaching records highs, and the Dow crossing 43,000 for the first time. All eyes continue to be on bond and stock market, especially as the Federal Reserve gears up for their next interest rate meeting. Show Notes:
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Ep. 206 Launch Financial- October is Financial Planning Month
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss financial planning month, as well as a big week in the bond market, with yields spiking up to the highest levels in a few months. As we prepare for year end, there are many financial planning items to check off your list, so tune in to hear our top hits! Show Notes:
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Ep. 205 Launch Financial- Markets Post a Strong September to Begin Q4
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we wrap up a strong September, Q3, and start to the year, as the S&P500 and all major averages marked recent record highs and a rally to end the month and quarter off on a positive note. As we head into Q4, we are discussing many year end financial planning tips and tools to ensure you end the year off on the right foot. Show Notes: Hurriance Helene Relief Resources: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/30/us/hurricane-helene-victims-aid.html October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Ep. 204- Launch Financial- Markets Rally Following Fed Jumbo Rate Cut
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week in the market, with the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates last week by 50-basis points, more than some expected, followed by more economic data and a big rally in the stock market, leading the major averages to fresh records. All eyes remain on consumer confidence and economic data, as well as tax planning between now and the end of the year. Show Notes:
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Ep. 203 Launch Financial- Federal Reserve To Cut Interest Rates For First Time in Over Two Years
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week ahead, with the Federal Reserve set to cut interest rates at their FOMC meeting tomorrow, for the first time since they started hiking rates back in March of 2022. We will continue to discuss how lower interest rates will impact the consumer and begin our fall tax planning to do list! Show Notes:
info_outlineTune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we are joined by Senior Insurance Consultant at Greenberg, Wexler, & Eig, Matthew Friedson. During this episode, Matthew shares great tips for young professionals to consider as they think about purchasing life insurance. He walks the audience through the pros and cons they might encounter and how to make smarter decisions for their situation.
A little more about Matthew, As a Life Settlements expert and a long time Insurance Consultant, Matthew Friedson offers his clients both perspective and confidence in managing their insurance portfolio and evaluating opportunities in retirement and life’s major events. Matt joined GWE as an Insurance Consultant in 2013. He holds his Series 6 securities license and is excited to help his clients find a retirement solution or an insurance fit for their business.
Matthew specializes in complex insurance applications of estate and business planning. His work consists of educating clients and helping them both develop and implement creative strategies to meet their objectives. Matthew has been voted by industry peers for the last five years (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021), Best Insurance Consultants in Washingtonian Magazine.
Matthew was born and raised in the Washington DC area. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland. He is a Board Member of The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and University of Maryland Hillel. Matthew enjoys spending time with family, golf, yoga, travel and giving back to the community. For inquiries about the episode, reach out to [email protected].