Financial Issues

On today's show, Seth Udinski interviews Twila Brase, who addresses questions about Real ID. Seth also speaks with Craig Haugaard, as they discuss egg prices and the impact of bird flu on the market. Seth introduces this week's mini-series with a clip featuring Shana and financial advisor Jason MacDowell. They explore the importance of estate planning and the options available to estate owners and...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski explore various financial topics submitted by listeners. They discuss portfolio allocation strategies, particularly regarding fixed income and preferred stocks. The hosts present thoughts on government agency bonds, cryptocurrency, and oil prices. Shana introduces ideas for managing cash positions and overweight allocations in portfolios. In the s...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examined recent Federal Reserve actions, including the pause in rate hikes and potential easing of quantitative tightening. Shana explained how short-term and long-term interest rates are influenced by different factors, including Fed policy and market supply and demand. The hosts looked at upcoming economic data releases and changes to next week's show...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski addressed questions about investing in specific materials and metals-related funds. They talked about portfolio management strategies, including rotating out of weaker positions into newer, higher-conviction holdings. The hosts covered options for young investors starting non-retirement accounts, highlighting diversified ETFs as potential starting point...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski talk about Walmart's decision to scale back their DEI policies and the importance of shareholders voicing their opinions to companies. They explain the concept of charitable contributions from IRAs for those over 70.5 years old. The hosts also cover preferred stocks, describing their advantages and how they function as fixed income instruments for compa...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examine average 401(k) balances across different age groups and emphasize the importance of early and consistent saving for retirement. They explore a listener's question about choosing between a lump sum pension payout or annuity options, weighing factors like inflation and life expectancy. The hosts touch on biblically responsible investing as a way t...

In today's show, Shana Burt and guest Jason MacDowell examine potential changes to federal income tax policies. They explore the idea of eliminating or significantly reducing income taxes for many Americans through increased standard deductions. The hosts look at how such changes could impact household finances and the broader economy. They also touch on related topics like government spending eff...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski recap recent economic developments, including inflation trends, market performance, and upcoming financial data releases. They touch on potential factors affecting inflation, such as immigration policies, government spending, and international conflicts. The hosts examine the current bull market and earnings reports, while emphasizing the importance of...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski addressed listener questions about specific investments like REITs and ETFs. They explored strategies for diversifying retirement accounts and managing cash positions. The hosts examined the potential impacts of government policies on certain investments. They also shared a biblical perspective on the sanctity of human life and encouraged support for Pr...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examine recent economic indicators, including the NFIB Optimism Survey and inflation data. They analyze the potential impact of government job cuts on the workforce and small businesses. The hosts explore the Federal Reserve's challenges in balancing inflation control and unemployment concerns. They also touch on comments from President Trump and Treasu...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski talk about the PreBorn campaign and its impact on saving lives. They touch on recent changes in corporate attitudes towards DEI initiatives. The hosts cover Trump's potential plans for government downsizing and his goal of a balanced budget. They also examine reports of significant fraud and mismanagement in Social Security spending. Become a Financial...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Jason McDowell examine the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) team's efforts to reduce federal spending. They look at the team's composition, their focus on cutting expired contracts and programs, and their scrutiny of DEI initiatives across government agencies. The hosts explore recent findings about misappropriated funds and questionable spending practices...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski cover recent developments in the federal workforce, including President Trump's severance package offer and potential government layoffs. They touch on the new Treasury Secretary's push for permanent tax cuts and provide an update on market performance for the week. The hosts also highlight the Preborn Ministries' Heartbeat campaign and its efforts to e...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examined the parable of the minas from Luke 19, emphasizing faithfulness in stewardship. They reported on Google's decision to drop DEI policies and the broader trend of companies moving away from such programs. The hosts talked about the PreBorn ministry's heartbeat campaign and its impact on saving lives. They also explained the differences between ex...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examined recent inflation trends and government spending patterns. They analyzed charts showing inflation expectations and the trajectory of government expenditures. The hosts touched on topics like egg prices, tariffs, and the potential impact of the Doge team's efforts to review government financial data. They also addressed a caller's concern about S...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski addressed listener questions about purchasing Treasury notes and CDs. They explored the concept of biblically responsible investing and funding charitable organizations like Preborn Ministries. The hosts covered topics such as interest payment frequency for CDs, stock categorization, and dollar cost averaging. Shana also touched on using limit orders wh...

In today's show, Shana Burt and guest Jason McDowell examine market drivers, focusing on fear and greed in the short term and company fundamentals in the long term. They analyze recent headlines about inflation risks and market reactions to Federal Reserve policies. The conversation touches on tariffs, government spending, and potential impacts of AI on the economy. Burt and McDowell emphasize the...

In today's show, Shana Burt breaks down the latest economic data, including the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady and its implications for inflation and the labor market. She discusses the recent volatility in AI stocks following the rise of China's Deep Seek and its competitive challenge to OpenAI. The episode also covers GDP growth revisions, the role of government spendin...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examine the Federal Reserve's recent meeting and its impact on markets. They analyze President Trump's response to the Fed's decisions and touch on the roles of government spending and monetary policy in inflation. The hosts review recent earnings reports from major tech companies and their effects on stock prices. They also delve into developments in a...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski welcomed Stefan Padfield from the Free Enterprise Project to talk about their efforts challenging DEI initiatives at major corporations like Costco and Apple. They explored the potential impact of these challenges and the broader movement against DEI policies in both government and private sectors. The hosts also touched on Samaritan Ministries' health...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski touched on Nvidia's recent market performance and the company's response to challenges. They explored the differences between mutual funds and ETFs, explaining how investor behavior can impact fund performance. The hosts emphasized the importance of disciplined investing and not being driven by fear or greed. They also delved into biblical wisdom on giv...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski explored recent trends in hiring practices and potential implications for companies. They examined funding methods for individual retirement accounts (IRAs) compared to employer-sponsored plans. The hosts addressed questions about dividend-yielding stocks and potential risks. They also touched on infrastructure investments related to electrical grid upg...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski covered recent financial news, including Trump's address to the World Economic Forum and his economic policies. They touched on earnings season updates, market performance, and upcoming economic events like the Fed interest rate decision. The hosts explored Roth IRA contribution limits for those over 50 and asset allocation strategies. They also delved...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski cover the Stargate AI project, a $500 billion joint venture between SoftBank, Oracle, and OpenAI. They examine the economic implications of this investment and contrast it with the Biden administration's approach. The hosts share a Bible verse from Leviticus 19:13, emphasizing fair treatment of workers and neighbors. They take a call from Joseph, an 82-...

In today's show, Shana Burt and Seth Udinski examine promising sectors for 2025, including technology, energy, utilities, and financials. They emphasize the importance of asset allocation and diversification over concentrating on specific sectors or stocks. The hosts review historical market trends, such as the dot-com bubble and recent AI developments, to illustrate the unpredictability of sector...