Money Tree Investing

The world is ending tomorrow! Or maybe it was the next day... We talk the risks of AI hype and the fear surrounding it, with many thinking it may be used by technology companies and politicians to justify government regulation, limit competition, and protect valuations. We also discuss it's potential benefits and limitations, the importance of measuring real productivity gains, the risks of over-r...

John  Demartini discusses how understanding your personal values can help you build confidence, find purpose, and achieve financial success. He shares his journey overcoming dyslexia and learning challenges, explaining how obstacles can become opportunities when you focus on your strengths and intrinsic motivations. John explores why people often prioritize immediate gratification over long-term f...

Zero jobs will be lost to AI and we will tell you the reason why as we discuss the future of AI  and the growing risks of investing in the AI boom. We talk  how AI could improve existing software, why specialized robots may be more practical than humanoid designs, and how overhyped expectations could lead to an AI market bubble. We also examine the concerns about AI companies lobbying for regulati...

David Miller discusses the unexpected strategy that can win when stocks are at their lowest. David shares about trend following, managed futures, and the importance of combining investment strategies that perform differently across market environments. He explains how Catalyst Mutual Funds uses trend following alongside equities to help reduce drawdowns, the challenges of whipsaw markets, and why...

AI companies are worth zero and we are going to tell you why. Today we discuss the rapid evolution of AI, what AI and AGI actually mean, and the importance of clean, reliable data. We also talk the risks of AI hallucinations and misinformation, privacy concerns, and the possibility that open-source models will eventually become good enough to challenge expensive frontier models. We also ask if AI...

Colin Steinberg discusses tax planning for high-earning W-2 employees. He focuses on executive compensation and non-qualified plans. He explains how deferred compensation plans can help executives save additional income on a pre-tax basis beyond traditional 401(k) limits, the eligibility requirements, investment options, and the risks associated with having deferred assets tied to the financial he...

Today we bring the AI fake news as we talk the growing impact of AI on investing, education, privacy, creativity, and everyday life. AI can improve research and productivity but it's also flattening individual creativity, encourage overreliance, and create risks when users feed sensitive information into public AI models. We explore the importance of protecting private data, keeping valuable infor...

Matthew Tuttle discusses his approach to ETF investing strategies. He includes his innovative H.E.A.T. formula of hedges, edges, asymmetry, and themes. He explains why he launched inverse ETFs targeting high-profile investors, how he looks for investment opportunities by identifying emerging themes and bottlenecks in areas like AI, photonics, memory, robotics, and space. We also discuss managing r...

We've been seeing the stock market stuck in neutral so right now we're focusing on rising inflation, interest rates, government debt, and growing risks across the economy and financial markets. Today we talk the Fed's unanimous 25-basis-point rate hike alongside our concerns about the persistent inflation we've been seeing. We also discuss why bonds are becoming more attractive for income, and the...

Jonathan Nurick joins the show to discuss a long-term investing strategy centered on the boring stocks. He talks dividend growth, free cash flow, and the importance of staying invested through market volatility. We explore investor psychology and the challenge of ignoring exciting trends like AI and speculative IPOs in favor of boring but resilient businesses such as Cintas and Home Depot. Jonatha...

There is a 90% chance for a rate hike... Today we cover growing economic and market risks, as we hone in on AI, inflation, interest rates, housing, and government spending. There is increasingly negative messaging from major AI companies, arguing that calls for regulation may reflect slowing AI growth and a desire to limit competition rather than purely concern for public safety, while warning tha...

Kalee Boisvert joins the show to discuss the childhood money lessons that are shaping our money beliefs and emotional relationship with finances. She explains why finding a balance between preparing for the future and enjoying life today is so important, how fear and scarcity can prevent people from spending even when they have more than enough, and why money should be viewed as a tool for creatin...

The market is changing and today we are talking about the growing risks and shifting dynamics as Wall Street returns from the summer and investors face higher interest rates, persistent inflation, and expensive valuations. We examine why strong economic data can actually be bad news for stocks if it reduces the need for Fed rate cuts and we also discuss the changing role of bonds in diversified po...

Bill Harris discusses the rapidly evolving role of AI personal finance, sharing his experience building companies including Intuit, PayPal, Personal Capital, and his own Evergreen Wealth. We explore how AI is currently being used primarily for internal efficiencies, research, and basic advisor tasks, while the bigger opportunity lies in delivering highly personalized financial guidance directly to...

Today we talk gold's false start and the housing market fall as we focus on growing risks and uncertainty in the markets. The Fed takes a more hawkish stance on inflation, signaling that interest rates could stay higher for longer while offering little guidance on future policy. We cover the impact of the recent U.S.-Canada tariffs, rising Treasury yields, the $40 trillion national debt, housing-m...

Michael Williams joins the show to talk the tax strategy that most investors aren't using yet! He explains his three-phase approach to tax efficiency, focusing on using depreciation as an interest-free loan from the government to redirect money that would otherwise go toward taxes into income-producing assets. We cover his platform's current focus on data center infrastructure, including GPUs and...

Gold, Bitcoin, and bonds are sending very important signals right now if you're paying attention. Today we talk about the growing concerns in the bond market, including surging Treasury yields, government intervention, persistent inflation, massive deficits, and the potential impact on mortgage rates and the housing market. We also cover recent moves in stocks, gold, silver, Bitcoin, commodities,...

George Kailas joins the show to discuss Fintech, options, and investing strategies that are shaping the landscape of finance. He shares how AI and alternative data are changing investing and leveling the playing field between retail investors and hedge funds. He explains how his company, Prospero, uses AI-powered signals that simplify complex market information, including options sentiment, social...

There are all sort of shenanigans going on, so we're here to discuss the accounting frauds, grifts, and tricks currently plaguing the market. We talk the financial structures being used to fund the booming AI industry, including debt, stock issuance, vendor financing, and special purpose vehicles, while highlighting the importance of recognizing financial "shenanigans" and understanding why compan...

Dana Samuelson joins us to share about a secret golden opportunity to protect your wealth! We also talk central bank buying, inflation, interest rates, and the growing role of precious metals as an alternative store of value. He explains why central banks have shifted from decades of selling gold to becoming major buyers, how Basel III could support gold demand, and why recent price gains may be e...

Have you ever wondered the secrets of how to determine the market's next move? Today we have the answers. We cover  the latest market breakout, with the S&P 500 moving above a long trading range while the Nasdaq remained more neutral and the Russell 2000 showed signs of a potential bull trap. Investors can use support and resistance, trading volume, and confirmation to interpret breakouts while re...

Matt Morizio shares his journey to becoming a financial advisor and founder of Reconstructing Wealth after his professional baseball with the Kansas City Royals.  We explore the parallels between sports, parenting, and personal finance, including raising a family of eight, the importance of taking action before feeling "ready," and why investing in health is just as important as investing money. K...

There are some earnings surprises as we focus on a pivotal week for the markets, highlighted by major earnings reports, the Federal Reserve's latest meeting, and growing signs of market divergence beneath the surface. Microsoft and Amazon delivered strong results driven by cloud and AI-related growth, while Apple and Meta faced significant selloffs. We also examine how the Nasdaq has broken below...

We are joined by Colin Plume, CEO of Noble Gold Investments, to discuss the golden investment strategy to add to your portfolio. There is a growing role of physical precious metals in today's investment landscape. We explore why gold and silver have surged in recent years, the impact of central bank buying, Basel III regulations, rising government debt, and the increasing demand for silver driven...

Today we have a chart for you that will completely change your view of today's stock market. In today's market, investors should remain patient during the slow summer market season as stocks continue to trade in a sideways range despite ongoing geopolitical headlines and the start of earnings season. We explore how to interpret market charts, why investor expectations often differ from reality, an...