Money Matters by Allworth Financial

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with Paul Irving , Director of the American Society on Aging and the author of "The Upside of Aging: How Long Life Is Changing the World of Health, Work, Innovation, Policy, and Purpose." Pat and Scott then discuss tax strategies that can benefit your portfolio. Later, they talk about the danger of following gurus who claim they ca...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with Professor Terrance Odean from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley about investor psychology and how to avoid making irrational financial decisions. The show starts off with them talking about the election results and how it may affect your finances. Later, they take a call from a listener looking for advice on saving fo...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with  Carol Fishman Cohen , CEO and Co-Founder of  iRelaunch , a service for professionals seeking to return to work after a hiatus and for employers recruiting from this talent pool. Next, they talk about the election, and what that might mean for your finances. They then take calls from listeners looking for financial advice. Fin...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with  Dr. Bill Thomas  about graceful aging, creativity, and the dignity of cultivating relationships with friends and loved ones. Next, they talk about how investing may be moving from active to more passive trends. They then take a call from a listener looking for advice about when to take social security. Finally, they interview...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with  Jeff Williams , chief coach for  Bizstarters.com , which helps Boomers turn a skill, idea or interest into an income-producing enterprise. Next, they talk about society’s changing view of retirement. They then take calls from listeners looking for financial advice before interviewing one of Hanson McClain's advisors,  Dave Co...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with  Art Koff , CEO/Founder of RetiredBrains.com, about the ten best international destinations for retirees. They then discuss the recent headlines regarding financial companies accused of unethical behavior. Lastly, they interview one of Hanson McClain's advisors,  Justin Wilson .      Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been host...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat speak with Dr. Rich Feller about leading a purposeful, happy existence in retirement. They then discuss longevity and how it is changing today’s view of what it means to be over 65. Next, they talk to a caller about the value of a note on a property. Lastly, they interview one of Hanson McClain’s longest-tenured advisors, Barbara Healy ,...

Scott and Pat speak with author and speaker Kerry Hannon about how to make work fulfilling again. They then discuss the proposed changes to Roth IRAs that could hurt investors. Lastly, they interview one of Hanson McClain’s longest-tenured advisors, Pat Henry, about unique 401k distribution strategies.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for o...

Scott and Pat speak with  Chris Farrell , economics editor for Marketplace Money and author of Unretirement: How Baby Boomers are Changing the Way We Think About Work, Community, and the Good Life. Scott and Pat also discuss rising interest rates and how that may affect your retirement. Next, they talk to a caller who’s worried about having enough money to retire. Lastly, they interview one of Han...

Scott and Pat talk to Catherine Collinson , President of Transamerica Institute® and Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies® about the radical new face of retirement. Scott and Pat also discuss behavioral finance and how it can affect your retirement transition. Next, they interview one of Hanson McClain’s advisors, Denver-based Adam Peters , about a unique and interesting client experience he...

Scott and Pat talk to  Nancy Collamer , a specialist in helping people discover their career passions in retirement or semi-retirement. Scott and Pat also discuss the impact of low interest rates on the stock market. Next, they talk to Hanson McClain Advisors’ Chief Investment Officer,  David Schauer , about some unique and interesting client experiences he’s had. Lastly, they talk to a caller abo...

Scott and Pat take a question from a widow looking to both retire and still contribute to her IRA. Next, we take a question from a teacher looking for last minute investment guidance ahead of retirement. Lastly, a question from a state worker asking about buying back service credit. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have...

Scott and Pat talk about what the recent changes to labor productivity mean for your retirement. They follow that up with an interview with retirement coach  Larry Jacobson , author of Top 5 Retirement Planning Secrets. Lastly, Pat and Scott speak with a caller who is looking for a way to make a struggling business become profitable. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s...

Scott and Pat talk about new investment scams that are wreaking havoc on savers. They follow that up with a discussion on tax planning with  Kristina Mapes, CPA , a partner at  Van Erp, Petersen, & Babcock , LLP . Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller who wants to know how to establish an emergency fund for retirement. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters...

Scott and Pat talk about dangerous products that brokers try to pitch investors. They follow that up with a discussion about emotionally preparing for retirement with Dr. Rick Steiner. Then, they talk about using money as a tool to accomplish goals in your life. Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a new grandmother about funding her grandchild’s college education. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been...

Scott and Pat talk about the drawbacks of a bull market. They follow that up with a discussion on estate planning with  John Palley , a professional estate planner from  Meissner, Joseph & Palley . Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller about planning for taxes when taking out RMDs. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have...

Scott and Pat talk about underfunded pension plans. They then discuss life after retirement with  Dr. Jacquelyn James  from the Center on Aging and Work at Boston College. Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller about effective ways to donate to charity. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thous...

Scott and Pat talk with a caller about where to invest funds from the sale of a business. They then field a question from someone who wants to know if they can withdraw from both their pension and Social Security, and still collect from each in full. Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller about when to withdraw from a 457 plan versus applying for Social Security.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat revisit the impact (or lack thereof) that Brexit has had on the economy. Next, they discuss negative interest rates. They then address underfunded state and municipality pensions, and possible repercussions. Then, Scott and Pat talk about low mortgage interest rates. Lastly, they talk about driving for Uber and staying busy with other “g...

Scott and Pat talk with a caller about whether or not he has enough assets to pay for his spouse’s healthcare. Then they field a question from someone who wants to know about the new laws regarding fiduciary advisors. Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller about the best way to pay off their credit card debt.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat discuss the market and interest rate volatility related to “Brexit.” Scott and Pat then talk to a caller about how a 529 for a child’s education impacts their eligibility for financial aid. They then field a question from a caller who wonders if he can afford to buy a home. Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller about what to do with fun...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott discusses the “Brexit” and resulting market volatility with Hanson McClain’s Chief Investment Officer, David Schauer. Then, Scott and Pat talk to a caller about pension and life insurance options. They then take a call about funding Roth IRAs for the kids. Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to a caller about the dangers of indexed annuities.  Scott Hans...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat talk about the importance of making sure your advisor is a fiduciary, followed by a discussion about interest rates. Next, they talk to a caller about when to take, and what to do with their required minimum distributions. They then talk about the dangers of non-traded real estate investment trusts (REITS). Lastly, Pat and Scott talk to...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat talk about new empty nesters during this graduation season. Next, they talk to a caller who is trying to figure out how to fund her parents’ stay in an assisted living facility. They talk to a caller who wants a second opinion about an indexed annuity. Lastly, Pat and Scott give advice about the basics of saving and getting your finances...

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller who is curious about negative interest rates. We then explain to a caller how to find a financial advisor who is a fiduciary. Lastly, we talk to someone who wonders if a Roth IRA is a good option for their portfolio.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and hav...