Hanson Mcclain's Money Matters

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a one-of-a-kind call about indexed annuities. We then field a question about a new approach to taking social security. Next, an inquiry from someone who is nervous about market volatility and is worried about her IRA.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about market fluctuations. We then take a call about the new social security changes. Next, a call from a teacher about their 403B and other investments. Lastly, we have a caller wondering if actively managed accounts are worth the cost. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about the sudden changes to Social Security, and the launch of the president’s “myRA” savings program. We then take a call about the various options for life insurance. Lastly, we have a caller wondering how to recover from getting a late start with preparing for retirement. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and company valuations. We then take a call about life insurance misperceptions, and then follow that up with a question about receiving retirement money from a former marriage. Lastly, we talk about the dangers of non-traded REITs.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: Happy Halloween! We start this episode with a call about planning for a retirement that’s still 30 years into the future! Then, we take a call about “market corrections.” and follow that up with a question about investment diversification. Lastly, we debate which assets you should hold inside, and which assets you should keep outside your retirement plan.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: how to invest extra money from a savings account during retirement, followed by a question about the advantages of using one versus multiple advisors. Next, a question about asset allocation, along with a great call about traded versus non-traded REITs.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: discussions on the dangers of annuities and also how to be check the quality of your broker. Then, a call about the best life insurance and trust options with a special needs child. Lastly, a call about using an annuity in retirement.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a question about investing the lump sum of money from a home sale to use as a nest egg. Then, a question from a caller wanting to know if they have enough money to ever retire, and lastly, a question about Social Security.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: profit sharing programs and 401Ks, then, a question about ETFs versus separately managed accounts. Lastly a caller asks how to best manage $120,000 that he won at a casino.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a caller from San Francisco wanting to know if they should continue to rent, or buy a home. Next, Scott and Pat talk to a recently retired person from the state asking where they should withdraw from first in retirement. Lastly, a caller wanting to know the best allocation for their recently widowed mother’s assets.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: can one roll an annuity to an IRA when on disability? Then, a call from a 27 year old wanting to know the best strategies for saving for retirement, and lastly, Scott and Pat take a call regarding home debt.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: ways to save money for a grandchild, then, a call about helping a parent transitioning into retirement. Next, we take a call about the market volatility, and lastly a question about 401Ks. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a call about a taking pension in lump sum vs. payments, then, a call about financing a home vs. renting and saving up cash to buy later at retirement. Lastly, a call about social security eligibility from a previous marriage.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a call about what to do with an inherited 401k. Then, two calls about investing in gold and precious metals, followed by a question about refinancing a rental house. Finally, a call about RMDs from 457s and IRAs, and a discussion about net unrealized appreciation.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a discussion about the market volatility, followed by a call about living trusts, then a call and discussion about the best time to retire, and how much to withdraw from a 401k. Lastly, Scott and Pat take a call about what to do with an actively managed mutual fund in today’s market conditions.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a call about the best to manage taxes on IRAs when converting to a Roth IRA, a call about setting up for success in life and investing from a college student, as well as a question about using an immediate annuity vs. other investing options for someone in their 80s.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: a discussion about the dangers of using life insurance as an investment, a call about non traded REITs vs traded REITs, followed by a question about risk tolerances and risky trades. Also, a discussion about emerging market funds as investments, and Puerto Rico’s default troubles. Lastly, Scott and Pat answer a question about converting an IRA to a Roth IRA. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: A call about qualified longevity annuity contracts, followed by a question on universal life insurance. Also, a call about rolling a 401K over to an annuity and, lastly, Scott and Pat answer a question about filing and suspending Social Security. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: A call and discussion about taxes on inherited assets, followed by a call asking the question: Should you pay off your mortgage before you retirement? Later, an informative segment on how to take a loan from an IRA, and, lastly, Scott and Pat answer a question about the dangers of leveraged municipal bond funds. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

This week’s topics: how to discuss finances and debt with a potential partner, a call about Social Security, and how spousal benefits are affected by age, followed by a call about investing in a long-term care life insurance policy. Later, we discuss why 401(K) loans are dangerous. Finally, we talk about how you can research the background of a broker or financial advisor.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting the Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.