Protect Your Assets

In this market segment, The Sandman answers a listener’s question: Why are yields rising? Hear the three main reasons treasury yields are currently going up.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: https://libertygroupllc.com/     Attend an event: www.pyaevents.com    Sch...

Do you need life insurance in retirement? In this episode of Protect Your Assets , The Sandman talks about life insurance from a legacy, tax, and estate planning perspective, discusses the different life insurance policies you may consider, and gives advice on how to create tax-free income for the rest of your life.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered...

In this market segment, The Sandman takes a look at the current market volatility and the impact the potential government shutdown could have on the economy. In addition, the VIX and the commodities market are discussed.   You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: https://li...

Have you recently been laid off from your job or are you expecting to be in the near future? This episode of Protect Your Assets with David Hollander highlights steps you should take and options you should consider when it comes to your retirement account, health care, and more, in the event of forced retirement.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on...

After a three-year federal pause on student loan payments, borrowers will have to start paying on their loans again in October 2023. But how will that affect our economy? Find out what The Sandman thinks in this Protect Your Assets market segment.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty...

Nobody wants to pay more in taxes, especially when it comes to the required minimum distribution. In this episode of Protect Your Assets , The Sandman discusses different approaches that can help you pay less in taxes for your RMD.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website:...

It looks like Goldilocks is back on Wall Street this week. In this week’s Protect Your Assets market segment, The Sandman discusses what this means for the market, as well as looks at data from the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey, the ADP private payroll data report, Core PCE Price Index, and the VIX.   You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air...

In this market segment, The Sandman discusses three major takeaway points from Chairman Powell’s speech at the 2023 Jackson Hole Symposium, as well as strategies for how to better position your portfolio for the current market.   You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: htt...

What documents do you need when someone you love becomes sick or dies? What steps should you take in the days, weeks, and months after your spouse or loved one passes away? Find out in this episode of Protect Your Assets with David Hollander.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Grou...

While many car enthusiasts consider their valuable vehicle or car collection as among their most prized possessions, there are many things to consider when it comes to estate planning. In this episode of Protect Your Assets , learn tips about how to title the car and put it into a trust to protect it from probate, select the right executor or advisor for your beneficiaries to care for or sell the...

This Protect Your Assets market segment features The Sandman analyzing the stock market cooldown. In addition, he answers a listener question about inflation and the S&P 500.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: https://libertygroupllc.com/     Attend an event: www...

Fitch recently downgraded the U.S. government’s long-term ratings from AAA to AA+, but is that the reason why stocks fell? The Sandman talks about the market’s response to Fitch’s decision in this Protect Your Assets market segment.   You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website...

The term 100 Days of Darkness is often used when describing the first 100 days you go through when you bring a newborn baby home from the hospital when you're adjusting to a new normal while your life feels turned upside down with newfound fears, loneliness and boredom, new feelings, and a new sense of purpose. But this concept can also closely relate to your first 100 days of retirement. How? Lea...

Is your 401(k) riddled with traps, restrictions, and caveats that put you in a proverbial jail when you want to access it if you get laid off from work? What's the right thing to do when it comes time to cash out or roll over your retirement account? And how do you avoid huge taxes and penalties? Learn more in this episode of Protect Your Assets with David Hollander.  You can send your questions t...

Two big questions concerning the market right now are: Will the Fed hike rates again soon? And are we going to continue to see inflation grow or moderate and decline? Find out what The Sandman thinks in this Protect Your Assets market segment.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Gro...

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 is set to expire at the end of 2025, and higher taxes are on the horizon. Learn how you can take advantage of current tax rates and help protect yourself from future rate hikes in this episode of Protect Your Assets with David Hollander.    You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http:/...

In this week’s market segment, The Sandman discusses the split that’s currently developing in the market, key financial terms that investors should know, and why you should be paying attention to earnings reports in the upcoming weeks.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group websi...

As The Sandman looks at this week’s market numbers, it’s clear that inflation is falling and growth is continuing. What does that mean? Learn more in this week’s Protect Your Assets market segment.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: https://libertygroupllc.com/     A...

If you’re 60 years or older, you’re entering what The Sandman calls the “retirement danger zone.” What is the danger zone, and what steps can you take to avoid common mistakes people make when they’re ready to retire? Learn more in this episode of Protect Your Assets.   You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pya...

One of the traditional rules we come across in retirement planning is withdrawing 4% each year from your investments to avoid running out of money in your lifetime. But is the 4% rule still a good strategy to follow? Learn more in this week’s episode of Protect Your Assets with David Hollander!  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on...

While it was a relatively quiet week on Wall Street, the overall markets remained strong due to the resiliency of the labor market and the healthy demand in the services sector. Learn more in this week’s Protect Your Assets market segment.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group w...

Do you want the freedom to choose when you retire? It’s not beyond reach! Get financial tips from The Sandman and celebrate your freedom to retire the way you want in this episode of Protect Your Assets with David Hollander.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: https:/...

In this Protect Your Assets Market Segment, The Sandman looks at the market numbers from the first half of 2023. In addition, he discusses inflation rates and other changes that the market has seen since February of this year.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a chance to be answered on air.   Catch up on past episodes: http://pyaradio.com      Liberty Group website: https...

Pet owners often ask how they can protect one of their most valuable treasures—their best furry friend. Many people wonder if pet insurance is actually a good investment but don’t know where to begin finding answers. In this episode of Protect Your Assets, The Sandman discusses what pet insurance is, how it works, and some of the top options for your dog, cat, or exotic pet.     You can send your...

In this week’s Protect Your Assets market segment, The Sandman analyzes reports from the central banks and discusses how their decisions impact inflation rates. In addition, our host looks at the job ads, the ISM Manufacturing Index, the service index, unemployment, and more to see if the market is heading toward a soft or hard landing.  You can send your questions to questions@pyaradio.com for a...