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Golden Protection For Your Portfolio

Money Tree Investing

Release Date: 08/16/2024

Is Your Social Security Safe From DOGE? show art Is Your Social Security Safe From DOGE?

Money Tree Investing

Is your social security safe from DOGE? Today we talk about the big changes coming to the Social Security Administration and how (or if) they impact you!  We talk about social securities origins as a safety net, its current insolvency trajectory by the early-to-mid 2030s, and the political challenges of reform. We critique the past government inaction and explores potential solutions. Don't worry, your social security won’t disappear overnight so make rational decisions rather than reacting to media-driven fear. We discuss...  Market volatility and the significance of quarter-end...

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Investment Management in a Volatile Market with Shelby McFaddin show art Investment Management in a Volatile Market with Shelby McFaddin

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Shelby McFaddin is here to discuss investment management for your portfolio in 2025's volatile stock market. Shelby discusses her time at Motley Fool Asset Management and shares her journey from studying economics and international affairs to working in private and public equity before transitioning to her current role. She shared insights on her investment strategy, highlights the challenges of stock picking in today's market, and emphasizes the importance of quality over chasing trends. She also talks the impact of macroeconomic factors, inflation, and interest rates on investing, and the...

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Extreme Overvaluation In These Stocks May Shock You show art Extreme Overvaluation In These Stocks May Shock You

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There are some overvaluation in these stocks that may shock you! Today we discuss concerns over the stock market's high valuations, with a historical P/E ratio of around 17 now sitting at roughly 35, indicating extreme overvaluation comparable to the tech bubble. There is a risk of a potential 50% market correction and those who have only experienced rising markets, may be unprepared for downturns. We talk about the importance of hedging, reassessing portfolios, and understanding that economic conditions, stock markets, and politics do not always align. We discuss...  Current market...

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Trading Mindset Revealed show art Trading Mindset Revealed

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Lia Holmgren, a former psychotherapist turned full-time stocks trader and trading coach, joins the podcast to discuss the trading mindset. As a stock trading coach she shares how her background helps traders manage discipline, risk, and emotional control. Lia details her approach to options trading, preferring long-term leaps on high-quality stocks and selling covered calls for additional income, while stressing the importance of position sizing and risk management. Learn how you can trade more successfully and without emotion as today we discuss...  Lia Holmgren shares her background,...

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Shocking Revelation…Housing Bubble 2.0 show art Shocking Revelation…Housing Bubble 2.0

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We are back in the middle of housing bubble 2.0. Today we cover recent market corrections, investor psychology, and the importance of perspective when managing investments. We talk recent market downturns and real estate. Including the concerns over rising FHA mortgage defaults, government intervention artificially propping up housing prices, and the potential for a significant correction if foreclosure backlogs are released into the market.  We discuss... The U.S. stock market recently declined about 10%, marking an official correction and triggering investor anxiety. Many investors...

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Venture Capital AI Trends show art Venture Capital AI Trends

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Kate McAndrew shares her experience with venture capital AI and how it is disrupting the industy. She also talks about unconventional journey into venture capital, from studying art history at McGill to running an accelerator in the Southeast before moving to San Francisco and co-founding Baukunst, a $100M fund focused on pre-seed investments. Kate discusses the venture capital cycle, the advantages of investing at the earliest stages, and the high-risk, high-reward nature of her approach. We discuss...  Kate McAndrew shares her unconventional journey into venture capital, starting with...

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Warren Buffett’s Predictions show art Warren Buffett’s Predictions

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Will Warren Buffett's Predictions come true? We'll find out as today, the discussion centers around frustrations with the U.S. healthcare system, how longevity and health tie into financial planning and financial planning complexities with all the current economic unpredictability. The U.S. government has also officially designated confiscated Bitcoin as a strategic reserves and we're also still in the midst of a national debt crisis. We also talk government inefficiencies, policy changes, and interest rates.  We discuss...  Health insurance is frustrating due to high premiums and...

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The Future of Copper and Clean Energy with Gord Neal show art The Future of Copper and Clean Energy with Gord Neal

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Gord Neal, CEO of World Copper, joins us to talk about the future of copper! Gord shares his extensive experience and background in mining commodities. He emphasized copper's crucial role in the transition to clean energy, particularly for electric vehicles, power grids, and renewable energy infrastructure. Gord also talks about the potential impact of the new U.S. administration on mining policies, and how regulatory streamlining could accelerate domestic production and strengthen U.S. energy security.  We discuss... Gord Neal, CEO of World Copper, has 25 years of experience in mining,...

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Buffett’s Final Letter To Investors… show art Buffett’s Final Letter To Investors…

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Today we discuss Buffett's final letter as his recent shareholder letter has just released. We talk about Buffett Indicator’s warning of market overvaluation, and Berkshire Hathaway’s rising cash reserves as a sign of potential caution in the markets. We also share on the increasing prevalence of subscription-based business models, frustrations over companies charging both upfront and recurring fees for services and the decline in customer service quality.  We discuss...  Big tech companies like Google have transitioned from offering free services to charging for storage and...

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Disrupting Taxes with Thomas J. Cryan show art Disrupting Taxes with Thomas J. Cryan

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Thomas J. Cryan joins us to discuss his new book Disrupting Taxes. He highlights how tariffs historically served as the primary source of U.S. federal revenue until the Civil War, after which income taxes took over. He criticizes the current tax system for its heavy reliance on individual salaries and argued for a more efficient, technology-driven approach. We also touch on the national debt, the need for a balanced budget, and concerns about government spending. Thomas advocates for a system that automatically adjusts tax rates to match expenditures.  We discuss... Thomas J. Cryan...

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Do you have proper protection for your portfolio? If not, gold might be the solution for you. Rich Checkan is here today to discuss the "stealth gold market." He delves into the cultural differences in gold ownership between Eastern and Western investors. He also touches on the distinct dynamics of the silver market and the industrial uses and market behavior of platinum and palladium. We also discuss the manipulation of gold prices and the broader implications of the massive money printing and national debt on the gold market. 

Today we discuss... 

  • Asset Strategies International deals in gold, silver, platinum, palladium, bars, coins, certificates, and rare coins.
  • The current gold market is described as a "stealth gold market" due to its consolidation and recent breakout.
  • Western investors are hesitant to buy gold at high prices, while Eastern buyers and central banks support the market.
  • There has been a significant transfer of gold from the West to the East.
  • The premiums for gold are higher on the Shanghai Gold Exchange compared to the London Exchange.
  • Central banks are buying gold to reduce their dollar reserves and increase holdings in gold.
  • The silver market is also seeing interest, with silver prices at about 50-60% of their all-time highs.
  • Platinum and palladium are primarily industrial metals, used in jewelry and catalytic converters.
  • The demand for silver is expected to increase due to its use in green technologies like solar panels.
  • The gold market is influenced by various factors, including geopolitical issues and economic concerns.
  • Central bank buying of gold has been high due to concerns about the US dollar and debt.
  • The relationship between debt, currency, and gold is often misunderstood, leading to underestimation of gold's value.

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