Simply Money

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain how seemingly smart financial decisions can actually work against each other when they're not part of a coordinated plan. From paying off your mortgage and managing retirement taxes to helping adult children and making charitable gifts, they reveal why timing matters. Plus, what new research says about Gen Z inv...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why the stock market continues to climb despite stubborn inflation, rising gas prices, and economic uncertainty—and what that disconnect means for your investments. Plus, the latest Social Security changes, the hidden risks of adjustable-rate mortgages, career expert Julie Bauke on preparing emotionally fo...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the latest inflation numbers and what rising interest rates could mean for your portfolio, while also discussing Kroger’s major job cuts and the financial steps to take after a layoff. Plus, how to maximize your benefits during open enrollment, new scams targeting your money, the tax advantages of direc...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian reveal what decades of bull and bear markets can teach investors about building long-term wealth, explain why some new ETFs look more like gambling than investing, and discuss the executive dilemma of whether a bigger paycheck and title are worth the trade-offs. Plus, smart strategies for reducing capital gains taxes, d...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian follow a Cincinnati couple with a $4 million net worth through the transition into retirement—breaking down how to replace a paycheck, navigate Social Security and taxes, help adult children, and decide what they can truly afford. Plus, they fast-forward 10 years to reveal which retirement decisions mattered most....

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why even great companies can become terrible investments, what earnings season could reveal about today's AI boom, and why some high earners are rethinking the advice to max out their 401(k)s. Plus, a financial makeover for empty nesters, smart ways to help adult children financially, what you should expect from...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian tackle the biggest fears that can follow you into retirement—and how a solid financial plan can help put them in perspective. Plus, they reveal estate planning mistakes that can divide families, break down Cincinnati’s changing housing market, and answer your questions about selling a business, tax-loss harv...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why October is a critical time for year-end tax planning, including tax-loss harvesting, Roth conversions, and charitable giving strategies. Plus, they discuss whether a booming portfolio should change your retirement timeline, how to protect a sudden financial windfall, and smart ways to handle inheritances and...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian play a financial game of “Would You Rather?” to tackle some of retirement’s biggest tradeoffs. Plus, they reveal the estate planning detail even wealthy families can overlook, explain why waiting too long to enjoy your money can be a retirement mistake, and answer listener questions about Roth conversi...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the latest inflation numbers and what they could mean for the Fed, reveal why reading the fine print before buying a hot IPO matters, and debate whether your home should really be considered an investment. Plus, they tackle your questions about retirement savings, highly appreciated investments and gifting to...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian reveal the costly financial mistakes even successful investors can make, from concentrated investments and poor tax planning to holding too much cash and lifestyle creep. Plus, they explore the life decisions that can shape your wealth, explain when it’s time to review old insurance policies, and answer retirement...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian look at whether higher Treasury yields should change your investment strategy, the growing concentration of the S&P 500, and why business owners need to start planning years before a sale. Plus, they tackle helping adult children buy a home, retiring years before your spouse, gifting appreciated stock, and when to c...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why election-year anxiety shouldn’t drive your investment decisions. They dig into decades of market history showing how stocks have performed under both Republican and Democratic leadership, why presidents often get too much credit—or blame—for market returns, and why your long-term financial...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian reveal how inflation quietly erodes your purchasing power—and why playing it too safe in retirement can create risks of its own. Plus, they look at what Home Depot’s remarkable long-term run can teach investors about chasing today’s hottest stocks, explain why too much loyalty to your employer could hu...

On this episode of Simply Money, Bob and Brian crash-test a $3 million retirement plan against market drops, overspending, family gifts, and an early death. Plus, they lay out a five-year retirement countdown, explain how to help your kids without creating financial problems, and discuss smart tax moves that could open up once the paycheck stops. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the hype and risks surrounding a potential blockbuster Anthropic IPO, why some retirees may actually be too reluctant to spend their savings, and why your portfolio’s purpose should matter more than chasing returns. Plus, they tackle your questions on early retirement, leaving money to your kids, and wh...

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On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain how your financial past can quietly shape the decisions you make today. From childhood money lessons to the scars left by 2008, they reveal why the habits that helped you build wealth may not always be the ones that help you enjoy and protect it—and how to keep old fears from hijacking a good financial pla...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian talk with former Cleveland Fed President Dr. Loretta Mester about the Fed’s latest rate hike, stubborn inflation, and why Americans still feel uneasy about the economy. Plus, how to build tax flexibility into your retirement plan, prepare for long-term care costs and market downturns, and the simple habits everyda...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the Federal Reserve’s latest rate hike and what it could mean for your cash, bonds, and portfolio. Plus, how to diversify a concentrated stock position without creating a massive tax bill, why equal isn’t always fair when dividing an inheritance, and smart answers to your questions about dividend...

On this episode of Simply Money, Bob and Brian count down the 10 decisions that can make or break your retirement plan. Plus, they reveal why some “set it and forget it” investment strategies may deserve a second look, tackle your questions about tax-smart investing and helping the next generation, and explain why slowing down could save you from a costly financial mistake. See omnystu...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian examine why stubborn inflation and rising oil prices could push the Fed toward another rate hike, and what that could mean for your portfolio. Plus, how much cash is too much, the cybersecurity mistakes putting your wealth at risk, smarter ways to help your kids financially, and tax strategies involving charitable givin...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the extraordinary resilience Americans showed in the aftermath, and the lessons investors can still take from that uncertain period. They look back at how markets responded, why trying to time your way around a crisis can backfire, and how a strong financial plan prepares for the...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the key financial moves that matter most in every decade of your life—from building wealth in your 20s and 30s to protecting it in your 40s and preparing for retirement in your 50s and beyond. They also explain how hidden tax traps can develop inside brokerage accounts, answer listener questions on esta...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why your net worth may not tell the full story of your financial health, how to identify your most valuable asset at every stage of life, and why forgotten 401(k)s deserve a closer look. Plus, they tackle retirement spending, helping your kids financially, concentrated stock positions, and when it’s time t...