Something More with Chris Boyd
"Something More with Chris Boyd" is a financial talk show where we talk about not only those important dollar and cents issues, but also the quality-of-life issues that make the money matters matter. In addition to speaking about investment and planning concerns, we often invite guests to join us each week for new episodes & send in your questions/comments to: [email protected]
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Should we worry about the dollar? Mailbag Questions
04/15/2024
Should we worry about the dollar? Mailbag Questions
Mail Bag - Should we worry about the Dollar? – Chris Boyd welcomes Brian Regan to this episode to discuss a question from the AMR Team Mail Bag. This listener’s question asks about the threats to the strength of the US Dollar and whether China may have a political or market interest in a devalued US Dollar. Other threats to the strength of the US Dollar are discussed, including the rising level of US government debt. The episode concludes with a conversation of the seemingly growing number of newsletters and fear- related products being marketed to consumers. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
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Market Observations/First Quarter- How are you looking?
04/15/2024
Market Observations/First Quarter- How are you looking?
Market Observations/First Quarter review – Brian Regan joins the show to share his generally positive commentary on the first quarter results in the financial markets. Brian highlights that recent market performance emphasizes why diversification is key to a financial plan. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry add in their thoughts on the market, including bonds, geo-political events and a review of a recently released shareholder letter from Jamie Dimon. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the link below:
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Level 4 - Freedom
04/12/2024
Level 4 - Freedom
Level 4 - Freedom – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry continue their series about the 5 Levels of Wealth (see related article linked below). For this segment, they move onto level 4 – Freedom. Chris and Jeff discuss how Freedom means having the ability to cover your current and future financial needs, and when working is more of a personal choice than a financial need. Jeff emphasizes that reaching the freedom stage still requires long-term planning, budgeting and lifestyle discipline. Chris talks about why it is important to stress-test your financial plan, especially for the potential need of long-term care. https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/financial-planning/the-5-levels-of-wealth-and- how-to-get-there/ For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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In the News
04/12/2024
In the News
In the News – There is never a shortage of financially related news items to discuss. In this episode, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry begin the conversation with the recent Solar Eclipse and the economic impact of such an event. Chris and Jeff next review economic data reports from the week, including the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Producer Price Index (PPI) and what each report tells us about inflation trends. To wrap up this segment, Jeff brings up a story that Costco has been selling up to $200M a month in gold bars. Chris discusses why people buy gold related assets. The segment ends with common sense advice to investors in such assets. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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Mail Bag- Whole life insurance policy for college expenses
04/08/2024
Mail Bag- Whole life insurance policy for college expenses
Mail 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
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Changing Advisors
04/08/2024
Changing Advisors
Changing Advisors – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into a recent survey which indicates that approximately 75% of financial planning clients considered changing their financial advisor last year (see link below). Chris and Jeff provide responses to the various parts of the survey, including that 61% of clients said they prefer to hear from their advisors via email, while 41% say they would rather talk over the phone, and 38% say they would like a face-to-face meeting with their advisor. Chris and Jeff provide commentary on the importance of a financial advisor knowing the client’s goals, fears, tolerance to risk, and legacy desires. https://www.financialadvisoriq.com/c/4460534/577254/clients_left_considered_leaving_t heir_survey_finds For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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Tax Day is upon us
04/05/2024
Tax Day is upon us
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Level 3 - Security
04/05/2024
Level 3 - Security
Level 3 - Security – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry continue their previous discussion about the 5 Levels of Wealth by moving up the wealth pyramid to level 3 of Security (see related article linked below). At Level 3, Security is about seeing the fruits of your disciplined financial strategy and how financial decisions should become more second nature. Jeff and Chris go deep into the details of how much one should have for an emergency fund and the advantages of creating a comprehensive financial plan to focus on retirement planning and other significant financial planning goals. https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/financial-planning/the-5-levels-of-wealth-and- how-to-get-there/ For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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The Survey Says
04/01/2024
The Survey Says
The Survey Says – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the recently published CNBC All- America Economic Survey, which is a bi-partisan poll across the United States covering key measures of economic confidence and other business/economic issues. In this latest poll are issues of President Biden’s proposal for a Corporate Income Tax increase, banning the social media app TikTok, and voters’ thoughts on a Trump versus Biden election rematch. Chris and Jeff have some fun sharing their views on each of the subjects. As a reminder, Chris mentions that the Something More with Chris Boyd podcast recently celebrated the 1,000 th podcast and listeners can reach out for a free thank you gift by contacting Chris Boyd at the link below. To read more about the All-American Survey check out this link: For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link:
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Paper Soldiers
04/01/2024
Paper Soldiers
Paper Soldiers – Chris Boyd welcomes Saleha Mohsin, the author of the new book “Paper Soldiers”. Saleha, a reporter from Bloomberg offers her thoughts on “the untold story of how one of America’s most invincible institutions (the Treasury) has used the U.S. dollar to define America’s role in the world, and our economic future”. Saleha explains how the Treasury Department has shaped U.S. policy at home and overseas by wielding the American dollar as a “weapon” and what that means in a new age of crisis. Chris adds his commentary on globalization and how the strength or weakness of the dollar impacts American business and the consumers. The conversation of the impacts of September 11 th and how the U.S. is able to use the dollar in diplomacy. The episode concludes with potential threats to the dollar and whether it is possible for another nation(s) to replace the dollar as the world’s dominant currency. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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Retirement Planning for Women
03/29/2024
Retirement Planning for Women
Retirement Planning for Women – With March being Women’s History Month, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Jocelyn Lee of Wealth Enhancement Group to the segment to discuss unique challenges that many women face in financial planning. Jocelyn starts out by sharing her personal story of meeting her first financial advisor and how she prefers a values-based planning approach. During a lively dialogue, the trio explore issues many women face of taking time off from work to care for family and how this relates to future social security benefits and the need for retirement planning in general. Wealth Enhancement Group is offering a complimentary “Retirement Guidebook for Women”. You may request a guidebook by contacting Chris or Jeff at the link below. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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Level 2 - Strategy
03/29/2024
Level 2 - Strategy
Level 2 - Strategy – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry continue their previous discussion about the 5 Levels of Wealth by moving up the wealth pyramid to the level of strategy (see related article linked below). At Level 2 you are no longer just surviving, you are beginning to make your money work for you. Chris and Jeff outline a successful method of goal setting and dig into some common financial goals of saving for a home purchase, saving for retirement, and planning for higher education costs of children. Chris provides his thoughts for reducing risk as you get closer to a financial goal. https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/financial-planning/the-5-levels-of-wealth-and- how-to-get-there/ For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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The 5 Levels of Wealth
03/25/2024
The 5 Levels of Wealth
The 5 Levels of Wealth – Part 1 “Stability” – Chris Boyd and Jeff introduce the topic of the different levels of wealth with the first level being stability (see link to related article below). Jeff starts off by explaining that this level is not solely about income, as many people with a big paycheck often struggle to achieve financial stability. The conversation turns to adopting a mindset of deferred gratification and having discipline in spending. Other issues discussed are the benefits of having your own personal financial statements and building an emergency fund. The episode closes with advice on large budget items such as health and auto insurances. https://www.gobankingrates.com/money/financial-planning/the-5-levels-of-wealth-and- how-to-get-there/ For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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In the News
03/25/2024
In the News
In the News – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the financial news of the week. The big news moving the markets this week is the comments of Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman Jerome Powell indicating the likelihood that the Fed’s are still expecting interest rates to decline later in the year. Jeff next mentions the topic of the National Association of Realtors reaching a settlement to end landmark antitrust lawsuits by paying $418 million in damages and eliminating certain types of commissions. Chris and Jeff discuss the likely changes to how real estate agents are compensated and the need for consumers to be aware of upcoming changes to selling and buying a home. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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The Big 3 Risks to your Retirement
03/22/2024
The Big 3 Risks to your Retirement
The Big 3 Risks to your Retirement – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review and comment about the potential risks to financial plans during retirement years. Included in this discussion is “LONGEVITY RISK” or how long your money needs to last. The next risk reviewed is “INFLATION RISK” and the need for your income to keep up with rising costs over the years. Finally, Chris and Jeff discuss “MARKET RISK” which means being able to tolerate how markets may fluctuate dramatically over time. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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1,000!
03/22/2024
1,000!
1,000! – This episode marks the #1,000 podcast of Something More with Chris Boyd! Jeff Perry joins Chris as Chris reflects on his motivations for starting the radio show and podcast almost 17 years ago. Chris also talks about his favorite segments and most interesting guests. Chris shares his personal thoughts and discusses the future of the podcast moving forward. At the end of the segment, Chris announces a complimentary “Money Tree” gift to listeners who write in. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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More Rules of Thumb
03/18/2024
More Rules of Thumb
More Rules of Thumb – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry go back to a recent conversation of common financial rules of thumb. They start off by defining the term “net worth”. Chris reflects on the book “The Millionaire Next Door” and Jeff mentions a financial calculation that compares one’s net worth against their income. Next the duo explains the Rule of 72 and how it is helpful when doing quick calculations of when an investment is expected to double. The often- discussed term of Financial Freedom is deliberated in the context of a formula of one’s annual expenses. Chris closes out the segment with an explanation of the 4% withdrawal rate for retirement assets with cautions of depending solely on rules of thumb. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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What if you don’t need your RMD?
03/18/2024
What if you don’t need your RMD?
What if you don’t need your RMD? – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the commonly asked question of what to do with Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) when you don’t need the money, and would like to avoid the resulting income taxes. Chris and Jeff converse about how frequent it is for clients to reach an age when the IRS requires you to start withdrawing money from retirement accounts that you don’t need to tap into just yet. Chris and Jeff discuss various options of how to invest, spend, or give to a charitable cause. (See reference article at the link below). https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rmds-dont-money-yet-140430152.html For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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In the News
03/15/2024
In the News
In the News – With no shortage of newsworthy topics to discuss, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review popular news stories of the week. On a lighter note, Chris and Jeff start off with expressions of appreciation for moving our clocks one hour ahead to Daylight Savings time. The duo shifts to the political topic of President Biden and former President Trump basically locking up their respective primaries. Chris and Jeff speculate what could happen to change this expected election rematch. The segment ends with a review of the week’s economic data, including the CPI, PPI, and unemployment numbers. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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Picking up the Pieces
03/15/2024
Picking up the Pieces
0Picking up the Pieces – Brian Regan joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for this episode to discuss Brian’s recently written article titled “Picking up the Pieces”. Brian starts off with his straightforward commentary of what he calls the “Cult of Private Investments”. The dialogue shifts to the debate of hiring a financial advisor compared to simply buying index funds. The trio next offers their thoughts on why high yield savings accounts are so popular and when it is prudent to use one. Brian next shares his thoughts on why Municipal Bonds are not that attractive in most circumstances. To conclude this segment Chris, Brian and Jeff dig into investment returns and how they are compared and should be compared against a benchmark. For more information or to reach Chris Boyd or Jeff Perry, click the below link: https://www.wealthenhancement.com/s/advisor-teams/amr
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In the News
03/11/2024
In the News
– Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry start of this segment with commentary about the current state of the news in America and the lack of unbiased sources of current events. The conversation shifts to the topic of the growing national debt. Jeff highlights a variety of data points from the US Debt Clock (see link below). Chris and Jeff reflect on recent statements by Jamie Dimon about the future negative economic impacts of the national debt. Chris and Jeff turn to Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s statement and testimony to Congress this week and its impact on the markets. Chris and Jeff discuss the assorted topics of interest rates, economic data and the influences of elections and politics. https://usdebtclock.org/
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Rules of Thumb
03/11/2024
Rules of Thumb
Rules of Thumb – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into a variety of financial generalized rules of thumb when it comes to personal finance ratios. Chris starts off by questioning Jeff on his views about how much is too much regarding common family purchases such as home costs and automobile buying. Chris and Jeff debate the best way to approach student debt and student loans (they don’t exactly agree). Jeff asks questions to Chris about common rules when it comes to how much one should be saving for retirement. Jeff next asks Chris for his view of how risk exposure to stocks changes as an investor grows older.
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Tax Guide Offer
03/08/2024
Tax Guide Offer
Tax Guide Offer – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome listeners to an entertaining discussion announcing that the Something More Podcast is approaching its 1000 th episode. The pair share planning thoughts to celebrate the milestone. Chris and Jeff shift the discussion with an offer to listeners of a complimentary 2024 Income Tax Guidebook. Chris and Jeff summarize the topics in the guidebook, including tax brackets, exemptions, credits, records retention and more. The segment concludes with Chris telling a personal story of the excellent customer service he recently received from a local locksmith.
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Are Interest Rates high or does it just feel like it?
03/04/2024
Are Interest Rates high or does it just feel like it?
Are Interest Rates high or does it just feel like it? – Over the last few years, the rate on the average 30-year fixed-rate home mortgage jumped from less than 3% to more than 7%. Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry discuss the history of interest rates and debate whether rates are currently high (see related Bottomline article below). This dialogue shifts to what level of investment returns investors should plan for in the short and long term. Chris offers detailed commentary on the challenges of market declines in the years following retirement. https://www.bottomlineinc.com/money/economy/what-the-history-of-interest-rates-can- tell-us-about-todays-rates# #interestrates #smwcb #weg #mortgage #financialpodcast
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What Warren Buffet says
03/04/2024
What Warren Buffet says
What Warren Buffet says – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into Warren Buffett’s most recent letter to shareholders where he outlines some of the things that have made Berkshire so successful at picking the best companies to invest in over longer time periods, including having a clarity of purpose when choosing a stock, only focusing on quality investments, favoring companies run by good managers, holding onto investments for the longer term, and practicing fiscal conservatism (see related Morningstar article below). https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/warren-buffett-charlie-munger-realistic-investment- expectations-stocks-he-wont-sell #smwcb #warrenbuffet #morningstar #weg #financialadvisor #shareholders #investments
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Tax Talk 2024
03/01/2024
Tax Talk 2024
Tax Talk – In the midst of the income tax filing season, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review a number of 2023 deductions and credits. Jeff brings up that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) now allows taxpayers to establish an online account with the IRS. Chris and Jeff offer their thoughts on how long you are required to maintain tax records and supporting documentation. The conversation turns to tax planning for 2024. Chris offers a complimentary 2024 Tax Guide to listeners. #smwcb #weg #taxtalk #financialpodcast
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Family Finances in 2024
03/01/2024
Family Finances in 2024
Family Finances – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the difficult topic of managing family finances. Chris starts off the segment with an introduction of the 50/15/5 rule (see link below) which suggests separating expenses into various categories to ensure you are not spending too much in any one area. After Chris and Jeff comment on each allocation category, the conversation shifts to how a married couple can get on the same financial page with positive conversations. Chris and Jeff reference the article from Kiplinger’s noted below. https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/how-a-couple-can-get-on-the-same- financial-page #familyfinances #smwcb #weg #kiplingers #fidelity
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Debt & Deficits
02/26/2024
Debt & Deficits
Brian Regan joins the show to review recent updates on Inflation and what investors should make of these reports. Also discussed are Debt & Deficits. With $34 Trillion in US Debt and perhaps as much as $2 Billion per day cost of the debt service, Brian shares thoughts on the ongoing challenges need practical solutions.
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Do Financial Advisors Really Improve Retirement Readiness?
02/23/2024
Do Financial Advisors Really Improve Retirement Readiness?
With big earnings and stock movements from semiconductor makers, Brian Regan shared some insights into the industry, as well as how to invest smartly even if you weren’t in on the ground floor of some big market movers. Chris also references American College of Financial Services survey reported on by Barron’s which answers the question, “Do Financial Advisors Really Improve Retirement Readiness?”
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Government shut down
02/23/2024
Government shut down
Could a Government Shut Down be only days away? Chris shares insights about the risks of a 3/1/24 deadline and what it should mean for investors if we do have a shut down. Complicating negotiations are enormous deficits and growing debt. Chris weighs in on declining global trade, the challenges of target date funds, and other items in this week’s news.
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