Financial Issues

In today's show, host Shana Burt discussed the concept of biblical stewardship and how it applies to financial management. She explained the strategy of building a CD ladder as part of a biblically responsible investment approach. Shana also emphasized the importance of understanding God's ownership of everything and the need to shift money from the "kingdom of darkness" to the "kingdom of light"...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski addressed listener questions about the FISM website's stock search capabilities, investments in hydrogen fuel suppliers, and biblically responsible investing options. They discussed the limitations of some financial advisors in offering biblically responsible investments and cautioned against Guidestone funds. Become a Financial Issues Partner tod...

In today's show, host Shana Burt discussed recent market volatility, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a long-term perspective on investments. She advised listeners to focus on their overall financial future rather than short-term fluctuations, and highlighted the benefits of being a long-term investor. Burt also explained the differences between traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs, including t...

In today's show, host Shana Burt discusses market volatility and the Federal Reserve's focus on employment and price stability. Emphasizing biblical stewardship and contentment, she advises against panicking over market fluctuations. Burt explains stocks, bonds, and preferred stocks, recommending a pause on new stock purchases but continuing regular investments for long-term goals. She also highli...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed various financial topics including IRAs, annuities, and biblically responsible investing. Shana advised against fixed annuities and emphasized the importance of diversification in investment portfolios. They addressed questions about specific stocks, asset allocation, and the placement of preferred stocks in different types of retirement...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed various financial topics, including CD investments, stock splits, and retirement account strategies. They advised listeners on how to use the portfolio tracker tool, explained the concept of stock splits, and discussed the pros and cons of different retirement accounts like 401(k)s and Roth IRAs. Become a Financial Issues Partner today!...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed various financial topics and provided advice to listeners. They addressed questions about America's GDP and national debt, capital gains tax on home sales for retirees, investing in private companies, and managing dividend reinvestment options. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock pic...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed the drawbacks of investing in gold, emphasizing its subpar long-term performance compared to stocks and potential risks. They advised listeners to put their trust in Jesus rather than earthly treasures like gold. The hosts also provided guidance on transferring vested stock options to personal brokerage accounts. Become a Financial Issue...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed the difference between the economy and the stock market, comparing them to a large ship and a speedboat respectively. They explored current market trends, including the broadening of investments beyond the "magnificent seven" stocks and potential interest rate cuts. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full a...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed recent economic news, including the aftermath of an attempted assassination of Donald Trump, his endorsement of crypto, potential changes in the upcoming election, and Federal Reserve updates. They analyzed the latest Fed beige book report, highlighting signs of economic slowdown and changing consumer behavior. Become a Financial Issues...

In today's show, host Seth Udinski discusses the importance of tithing and generosity for Christians. He presents clips from founder Dan Celia and current host Shana Burt, emphasizing the need for churches to teach about tithing and the blessings that come from faithful giving. The show explores where to give, how to tithe on inheritance, and addresses the question of whether tithing is still nece...

Welcome to today's show! Hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski dive into preparing for potential disasters and the upcoming election from a Christian perspective. They highlight the importance of trusting in God over political outcomes or financial strategies. Shana encourages balancing awareness of markets and global events with confidence in God's plan. The hosts also tackle questions on cryptocurre...

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In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed recent market trends, upcoming economic reports, and the surprising withdrawal of President Biden from the 2024 presidential race. They expressed concerns about the current administration's economic policies and Vice President Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, y...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed biblically responsible investing and encouraged listeners to sign petitions supporting companies that have reversed their "woke" agendas. They addressed questions about stock splits in ETFs and mutual funds, rental property management challenges, and the real performance of the stock market considering inflation. Become a Financial Issue...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed recent economic news, including the aftermath of an attempted assassination of Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention and speculation about Joe Biden's potential withdrawal from the presidential race. They covered Federal Reserve updates, including potential rate cuts and the release of the Fed's Beige Book, which shows signs...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discuss hard assets and their role in investment portfolios. They advise keeping real estate investments separate from liquid assets like stocks and bonds, both in tracking and allocation. The hosts also caution about the challenges of being a landlord and emphasize the long-term nature of real estate investments. Become a Financial Issues Partner...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed various aspects of business ownership, including different types of business structures and the importance of proper planning. Shana shared personal insights from her experience as a business owner, emphasizing the value of learning from both successes and failures. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full a...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed the potential dangers of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies, particularly in relation to a recent security incident involving former President Trump. They criticized DEI hiring practices in government agencies like the Secret Service and corporate America, arguing these policies prioritize quotas over qualifications. Become...

In today's show, Seth discussed Saturday's news about an attempted assassination on Trump, sharing a clip of Dan Celia interviewing Franklin Graham on the importance of prayer for Trump and the nation. Hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski talked about charitable giving options, including using IRAs for tax-efficient estate planning. They reviewed earnings reports from major banks and the University o...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discuss recent financial news, focusing on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony to Congress and the latest inflation data. They analyze the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) reports, as well as the beginning of earnings season for major companies. The hosts also touch on market performance, particularly in the...

In today's show, hosts Shana Burt and Seth Udinski discussed the recent NFIB small business optimism report, which showed low confidence in the current economy. They addressed listener questions about Roth IRA contribution limits, the performance of ETFs versus individual stocks, and the biblical responsibility of Timothy Plan ETFs. The hosts also provided advice on keeping funds liquid in retirem...

In today's show, Shana and Seth discussed the labor market, unemployment trends, interest rates, and the stock market. They advised being wary of the Biden administration's positive spin on the jobs data, noting that unemployment is ticking up and job growth is being fueled by government hiring rather than the private sector. The hosts predict the Fed will cut rates in September to boost markets d...

In today's show, Seth Udinski shared wisdom from the late Dan Celia on getting out of debt and avoiding day trading. Dan advised paying off all debts and not engaging in risky day trading as a way to building financial stability when investing. The clips focused on prudent money management and investing safely, emphasizing the importance of these practices for long-term financial health. Become a...

On today's show, Shana and Seth discuss the economy and markets leading up to the 2024 election. They advise focusing on controllable factors: investing biblically, budgeting wisely, voting with conscience, and continuing regular investments despite potential market corrections. They also address issues with the electric vehicle push and government overspending, and express hope about a recent cou...