Financial Revelations

Welcome back to  Financial Revelations , where we break down what's happening in the world of money, markets, and meaningful impact. I'm always eager to hear from you—your financial questions help shape the show. If you've got something on your mind, don't hesitate to email us directly at Kory@epsf.com . I'd love to feature your questions on the podcast. 🎉 Big News: The Sin of Retirement Website...

This Week on Financial Revelations: Big news this week on Financial Revelations ! David Szafranski shares an exciting announcement—his upcoming book, The Sin of Retirement , will be available at the end of July. It's a must-read for anyone thinking about retirement, financial independence, or how to approach the later years of life with purpose and strategy. Stay tuned for release updates! Inflati...

Exciting news! My new book,  Sin of Retirement , is set to be released at the end of July 2025 . This isn't just another book on retirement—it's a God-centered roadmap for how to finish strong, live with purpose, and honor God in the next chapter of your life. You can learn more at www.sinofretirement.com . This message has been burning on my heart for a while, and I can't wait to share it with yo...

  Big News: The Sin of Retirement is Almost Here! We're almost there—my first book, The Sin of Retirement , goes live next week! The website and introduction will be up by the end of the week, and I couldn't be more excited to share this with you. It's been a long journey, but the message is timely, the research is deep, and the feedback so far has been incredible. A Rare Admission (and a Correcti...

Let's call it what it is: the market is in recovery mode. You probably wouldn't guess that from the doomscrolling headlines or the hand-wringing on cable news, but underneath all that noise, momentum is quietly building. Why? A few key reasons: 1. Trade Deals Are Actually Happening We're past the saber-rattling and into real negotiations. Whether it's Asia, Europe, or domestic rebalancing, the gea...

We are planning another Amazon trip for March 2026. If you are interested please let us know. Let's talk about the market! We are still buying in the chaos. China is trying to push Trump to the brink, but they are at the disadvantage. China would go into a depression if they stopped supplying goods to the US. Looks like Trump is in the drivers seat.  What can we buy that is insulated from tariffs?...

We've been telling you to buy into the chaos and it looks like it is about to pay off! President Trump gave a 90 day reprieve on reciprocal tariffs and that is huge! It was a way to bring big countries to the table and negotiate. Expect some big things this quarter: tariffs coming off, negotiation coming on, more 0% tariff deals, the Fed will play ball, and a tax package that lowers corporate tax...

This week on Financial Revelations: David talks about the chaos and what it means in the market and answers a listener question. What David means by "The Chaos" Wild market swings Tariff talks Attacks on the Houthi terrorists DOGE fallout Immigration crackdown Fed not playing ball Davids predicts that tariff talks will be mainly over June and the Fed will cut rates. He feels there will be strong s...

Just back from a missions trip to the Brazilian Rainforest, David shares about one of the best Amazon experiences he has ever had. The Fed had a meeting recently and rates are holding steady. There were no talks about a rate cut regime but David feels like there will cuts in June, around the time he thinks tariff talks will be over. As always you can listen to David on WCRF Cleveland 103.3 every T...

Welcome to Financial Revelations with David Szafranski! The market is in a bit of disarray right now. A lot of it is due to emotions; with the tariff talks and AI trade coming off and taking a reset. That is ok, we buy into the chaos! The DOGE and executive orders have made a lot of changes in a short period of time, but don't worry; its all by design. We have an administration that knows how to g...

With the flood of executive orders and the DOGE moving fast, how do we invest in this uphevel? Today David covers topics like: Chair Powell, Burisma, USAID, Zalinksy bashing, defence cuts, and Trump naming himself the MET chairman. LIstener Question: What does the Trump administration have to do to get inflation down? Cut energy prices Lower taxes Cut government spending Cut regulations without gi...

This week on Financial Revelations: The CCI and PPI came out this week and both are inflationary right now. Don't forget, the next 6 reports will still be tied to decisions made from the Biden Administration. President Trump has already made 80 presidential orders. Seem fast? Well, it's due to the fact that campaigning for midterm elections start in 16 months. If the President can show energy pric...

Today on Financial Revelations, David talks about the importance of creating a budget, and along with an article from the Wall Street Journal, has come up with a list of his favorite budgeting apps. Ranging from free to $14.99 a month, the mobile apps can help you see where your money is going and allows you to link external accounts to easily create your budget. According to a January 2025 WSJ ar...

This week on Financial Revelations David wants to go over some resolutions to get you on your way to financial success. Start an emergency fund, idealy 3-6 months of your "have to" expenses. Get to know your budget, set up goal to put money into savings. Stop abusing consumer debt, ie credit cards. Don't spend what you don't have. Learn to live on 85% of your take home pay. Live on less than what...

Welcome to Financial Revelations! With the change in power coming up, David wanted to take a non partisan look on what to expect with: Tariffs Oil/Gas/Nuclear Green New Deal Tax cuts Growth/Economics Interest Rates         As always you can listen to David on WCRF Cleveland 103.3 every Thursday from 8AM - 9AM or on the Moody Radio App.  Email any financial questions to Kory@epsf.com Twitter(X) @sk...

We made it! What an eventful 2024.  A great year in the market, Palantir Tech a great stock to have owned.  Crypto started at 18k and topped out last week at 106k! But is it a risk asset? Interest rates started high and now close to pre 2020 levels. Two assassination attempts on a presidential candidate. The 2024 election and a sitting president not running for re-election. A change in the economi...

Before we get into this weeks program, we wanted to bless a family in need with a $250 gift card. Please keep Uriah, Lizzie and their son Aaron in your thoughts and prayers as they are going through hospital stays and treatments. If anyone feels called to help, please contact us. Welcome to Financial Revelations! This week David talks about the Fed meetings ending today and the projected 25 basis...

In the spirit of giving and coming together, David is giving away a gift card worth $250 to the person/family who he feels needs it the most. To nominate a person/family: Please email  Kory@epsf.com   Subject line: Need Then briefly tell who you nominated and why.   The Trump Transition is already having an effect. Israel and Hamas/Hezbollah truce Ukraine now ready for peace Germany, Canada, Mexic...

With the holiday season upon us, David asks that we all be gracious in victory and to use the holiday to come together and mend.  In the spirit of giving and coming together, David is giving away a gift card worth $250 to the person/family who he feels needs it the most. To enter for your chance to win: Please email  Kory@epsf.com   Subject line: Need Then briefly tell us they need it the most.  ...

Up past 3am to watch the Election coverage and with hotel rooms already purchased for the Presidential Inauguration; David is excited to see that Donald Trump has won the presidency in a minor landslide. He is ready to see the change that the new office will bring in. Listen as he talks about what changes to expect and what it means for the markets.  As always you can listen to David on WCRF Cleve...

To Emmanuel: We are working to get Portuguese subtitles! Today on Financial Revelations David talks about who he really is in the face of Biden calling Trump supporters "Garbage". There are only 6 days til the Presidential Election. Make your vote heard!  No matter what happens: We obey the law! Avoid violence Stay calm Pray for everyone in the nation Be wise and kind; we are all fallible. As alwa...

There are 12 days until the Presidential Election and if you are not already, please register to vote! Today on Financial Revelations, David talks about Presidential Nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris' Town Hall and how she said Trump wants to be Hitler.  Interest rates are up, the 10 year is at 4.20%;  up from the 3.50 when CHAIR POWELL cut rates. The Fed meeting on November 6th is more imp...

Only 26 more days until the Presidential Election!  Today David talks about free speech and defending the speech he hates the most. He also covers this mornings September CPI report and how he thinks the Feds version of a "soft landing" only pertains to those with assets.  Listener question: What is the Federal Reserve and why do we have it?  As always you can listen to David on WCRF Cleveland 103...

We are about a month away from the Presidential election and today David talks about candidates: Trump and Harris. It's about immigration, the economy, the national debt and why the U.S. needs debt. As always you can listen to David on WCRF Cleveland 103.3 every Thursday from 8AM - 9AM or on the Moody Radio App. Email any financial questions to Kory@epsf.com Twitter @skibucks1 For more information...

Today on Financial Revelations With a Trump win on the horizon, David wants to get you ready for success. Ways to accomplish this:  If you bought a home with a larger interest rate, it may be time to refinance, probably get that change in May/June. If you waited to invest, it may be time to start feather some funds into the market. Pay off high interest debt. Rest your budget. A budget is an infor...