Mail Bag- Whole life insurance policy for college expenses
Something More with Chris Boyd
Release Date: 04/08/2024
Investment Fallacies
Something More with Chris Boyd
Investment Fallacies – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review a recent Morningstar article (see link below) about investment fallacies. The pair have an in-depth conversation about a variety of financial planning beliefs (which may or may not be true), including the pending demise of Social Security, lower expected equity/stock returns, the limits of index investing, and the belief that one can be too old to benefit from a financial plan. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
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How likely are you to need Long-Term Care?
Something More with Chris Boyd
How likely are you to need Long-Term Care? Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the data on the average incidence and duration of long-term care needs and who is most likely to have a severe, sustained, long-term care incident. During this episode, Chris and Jeff review a recent article from Morningstar (see link below) which outlines the likelihood of a sixty-five-year-old needing some type of long-term care. The conversation reviews several data points including wealth level, marital status, gender, and self-reported health status. Chris concludes the discussion by explaining how the issue of...
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Which of these things doesn't belong
Something More with Chris Boyd
Which of these things doesn't belong? – Do you know what types of investments are legally prohibited from being in an individual retirement account (IRA)? Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry outline in detail the various categories of investments that are not allowed to be inside an IRA. The conversation turns to a detailed dialogue of investments that may be lawfully allowed but may not be a wise choice for an IRA. Topics covered in this in-depth episode include life insurance, collectibles, sub-chapter S Corporations, margin accounts, REITs, and municipal bonds. For a related conversation on this...
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Including family in your financial planning
Something More with Chris Boyd
Including family in your financial planning – While many people wish to keep their financial planning completely private, as one ages, it can be prudent to inform family members of your financial planning, estate planning, and help that may be needed from the family. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into this subject as Chris shares a personal story about his oldest client who recently passed away. The conversation includes situations when bringing your family together to be a part of financial planning can be a good way to foster open communication about finances, personal choices, and...
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Inflation falling, markets rising
Something More with Chris Boyd
Inflation falling, markets rising – Fresh off the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry discuss recent economic data and how it is impacting markets and the Federal Reserve’s posture on interest rates. Jeff summarizes recent stock market returns and reviews the AAII Investor Sentiment Survey (see links below) and Chris comments on whether now is a good time to take profits. The dialogue continues into long-term financial planning considerations, including risk tolerance, asset allocation, and managing cash flow needs. For more information or to...
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Lessons from the Morningstar Investor Conference
Something More with Chris Boyd
Lessons from the Morningstar Investor Conference – After attending the Morningstar Investors Conference, Chris Boyd summaries lessons learned. Chris starts out by sharing a chance meeting with legendary investor Mario Gabelli. Chris goes on to share what he took away from Morningstar’s CEO Kumal Lapoor’s comments at the Conference which in part predict lower stock market returns over the next ten years. Chris and Jeff go on to debate the value of long-term market forecasts and why staying true to a financial plan is critical. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry,...
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First half review of the markets for 2024
Something More with Chris Boyd
First half review of the markets – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Brian Regan to the episode for a review of market returns for the first half of 2024. The conversation turns to a detailed analysis of Nvidia returns, including a history of the company and an outlook for other companies in the semiconductor industry. Chris asks Brian about his outlook of the fixed income sector. The dialogue turns to thoughts about copper, gold, and how commodities may or may not fit into an investment portfolio. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
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Misconceptions about your Money
Something More with Chris Boyd
Misconceptions about your Money – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore common misconceptions about money that can put your retirement plan in jeopardy. The conversation starts out with diversification dangers of single stock investing. Chris offers specific examples of mistakes people make and offers some guidelines to consider. Jeff warns listeners that one cannot always rely on the name of a mutual fund or ETF as being accurate to what the underlying investment holdings are. The conversation next includes issues of asset allocation and market risk. Chris gives his thoughts that being a...
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Retirement: Income & Taxes
Something More with Chris Boyd
Retirement: Income and Taxes – Almost 20% of people over sixty-five are still working. In this episode, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry discuss the various financial and emotional reasons that retirees continue to work beyond the typical retirement age. The conversation continues with a detailed dialogue about how working before and after Social Security’s full retirement age is treated for income tax purposes. Related issues of Roth conversions, IRA required minimum distributions (RMDs), and legacy planning come into play and how all these subjects are key components of the financial planning...
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Gary Quinzel on Markets, Economy, and Election
Something More with Chris Boyd
Gary Quinzel on Markets, Economy, and Election – Chris Boyd welcomes Gary Quinzel who is the Vice President of Portfolio Consulting with Wealth Enhancement Group. Gary offers his commentary on the recent strength of the stock market and economy, including digging into recent inflation data and the direction of interest rates. Jeff Perry joins and asks how an investor should think about “Black Swan” events and geo-political concerns. Chris and Gary explore issues of proper asset allocation and diversification. Gary offers his thoughts on the upcoming 2024 election and what it might mean...
info_outlineMail Bag – In this episode, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry answer a question from a listener
on the subject of what is the correct type of life insurance? Chris summarizes the
scenario where a woman from Wisconsin asks about whether a whole life insurance
policy is an effective use for life insurance and for saving for future college expenses and
retirement. Chris and Jeff outline how to evaluate the need and amount of insurance and
when different types of policies may be appropriate. The segment concludes with advice
to listeners to work with a financial advisor who is a fiduciary and to be fully informed of
all the costs and benefits when being sold a financial product.
For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr