Common Sense Investing with Victor McClure

For more information about Victor McClure, Steve Ringo and the McClure Capital team, visit https://mcclurecapital.com/

For more information about Victor McClure, Steve Ringo and the McClure Capital team, visit https://mcclurecapital.com/

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, guest hosts Steve Ringo and Raymond McClure discussed a USA Today report highlighting that 59% of respondents retired earlier than planned, often due to factors like health setbacks and job loss. They emphasized the importance of proactive retirement planning, noting that unexpected early retirement can significantly impact savings, Social Security ben...

For more information about Victor McClure, Steve Ringo and the McClure Capital team, visit https://mcclurecapital.com/

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure was joined by Diana McClure, Victor’s wife and an important member of the McClure Capital team. With Steve Ringo out, Diana shared her evolving role—from office management to directing the firm’s rapidly growing video and social media efforts, including outreach to the Hispanic community. The show highlighted the value of connecting thro...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo tackled the latest headlines about the so-called "magic number" for retirement. Referencing a new Northwestern Mutual study, they discussed Americans’ perception that $1.46 million is now needed to retire comfortably—up considerably from the old standard of $1 million. Victor and Steve emphasized that the ideal retirement...

What happens when your long-held retirement dreams meet real-world curveballs—like international moves, unexpected expenses, or changing family dynamics? This episode peels back the often-overlooked realities facing today’s retirees, from navigating health care abroad to learning why cash flow, not just savings, determines true peace of mind. Upbeat banter and candid stories set the tone as the ho...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Radio Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo discussed the importance of simplicity and safety in retirement planning. Victor emphasized the need for reliable cash flow throughout retirement, underscoring that a written retirement plan and proper asset distribution—beyond just equities—help maintain financial stability regardless of market or economic conditio...

On this week’s Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo addressed the growing concern among Americans over retirement confidence, highlighted by recent surveys showing 39% of workers lack confidence in their retirement outlook. The discussion centered around the reasons behind this trend—including market volatility, inflation, uncertain government policies on Social Security and...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo discussed the ongoing economic uncertainty stemming from global conflicts and the Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book report. The team provided insights into how current market volatility, rising costs, and inflation are impacting both the economy and personal retirement planning. They highlighted the importance of not de...

For more information about Victor McClure, Steve Ringo and the McClure Capital team, visit https://mcclurecapital.com/

This week on the Common Sense Investing (CSI) Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo took a deep dive into how the ongoing AI boom and big tech market dynamics are impacting retirement portfolios. The team discussed the influence of major tech stocks in key indexes, noting the increased volatility and risks associated with their high concentration in mutual funds and ETFs. Drawing from past market c...

This week, the Common Sense Investing Show tackled timely financial topics, beginning with the impact of global events like the conflict in Iran on everyday portfolios. Victor McClure and his team discussed how rising petroleum prices ripple through the economy, affecting everything from gas and food costs to overall consumer sentiment and inflation. The importance of stress-testing retirement pla...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and co-host Steve Ringo tackled pressing topics affecting today’s retirees and pre-retirees, especially with ongoing global conflicts and economic uncertainty shaping market conditions. Listeners were guided through the current landscape of rising inflation, volatile interest rates, and the ripple effects on everything from gas to grocer...

In this episode of the Common Sense Investing Show, host Victor McClure dedicates the hour to answering listener questions from the retirement mailbag. Victor draws on his 30+ years of experience to tackle topics ranging from the complexities of retirement income taxation to the practical realities of financial planning for couples who aren't on the same page. The show demystifies so-called "tax-f...

With unsettling headlines about war, inflation spikes, and looming recession, retirees and pre-retirees face a landscape far different from just a generation ago. On this episode of the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure unpacks why it’s riskier than ever to rely on old assumptions or a single investment approach. Today’s retirees can’t count on pensions and need to understand not just in...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo addressed the ongoing market turbulence driven by international conflict, rising oil prices, and heightened recession concerns. They discussed how these economic headwinds and headlines can generate anxiety for retirees or those planning for retirement. With inflationary pressures, tighter interest rates, and projections...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Steve Ringo tackled timely topics affecting retirees and those preparing for retirement. The conversation centered around the projected 1.2% cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security in 2027, a figure notably lower than in previous years. Steve explained how this small increase may feel inadequate, especially since retirees typically spend m...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Steve Ringo dove into the topic of managing retirement portfolios amid today’s shifting global events, including ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The conversation emphasized the understandable anxiety market volatility can create, especially during times of geopolitical unrest, but highlighted how having a comprehensive, stress-tested retirement p...

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo explored key topics in retirement planning, including how to ensure your savings last and how to prepare for the unexpected. The hosts emphasized the necessity of comprehensive strategies that address everything from income planning to estate management. They discussed the pitfalls of relying on lower-rated companies for...

“How can you be a millionaire without knowing it?” This episode dives deep into the overlooked aspects of retirement planning, where modest savers can cross the seven-figure threshold without fanfare—or even awareness. Victor McClure, Amy Sharp, and Steve Ringo break down 401(k) growth, shifting financial benchmarks, and the crucial difference between ‘the number’ and real-life retirement needs. P...

On this week’s Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure, Steve Ringo, and special guest Daniel Snover focused on the importance of risk management and diversification in building resilient investment portfolios—especially during volatile markets. For more information about Victor McClure, Steve Ringo and the McClure Capital team, visit https://mcclurecapital.com/

This week on the Common Sense Investing Show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo tackled current headlines impacting retirement planning, including Fed interest rate decisions, continuing inflation, and the challenges of today’s economic environment. They highlighted the importance of understanding both the risks and opportunities in traditional investments like stocks and bonds. Victor emphasized the...

This week on the Common Sense Investing (CSI) show, Victor McClure and Steve Ringo tackled the top challenges facing those planning for retirement, from emotional pitfalls to lack of distribution strategies. Victor stressed the importance of making decisions based on math and facts rather than emotions or biases, highlighting how overreliance on online advice and strong opinions about asset classe...

For more information about Victor McClure, Steve Ringo and the McClure Capital team, visit https://mcclurecapital.com/