Simply Money

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the surprisingly strong jobs report and what it could mean for interest rates, reveal a little-known way some high earners can put significantly more into their 401(k), and explain when Roth conversions and charitable remainder trusts make sense. Plus, the end-of-summer home repairs that could save you thousa...

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On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian tackle the “one more year” retirement trap—why even wealthy investors can struggle to walk away from work, how to determine when you truly have enough, and why the emotional side of retirement can matter just as much as the math. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian follow a Cincinnati couple with a $4 million net worth through the transition into retirement—breaking down how to replace a paycheck, navigate Social Security and taxes, help adult children, and decide what they can truly afford. Plus, they fast-forward 10 years to reveal which retirement decisions mattered most....

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain how to stress-test your portfolio before the next market downturn, why retirement planning can look surprisingly different for people without children, and what homeowners can learn from the latest trends at Cincinnati’s Homearama. Plus, they tackle how to coordinate your financial team, where commercial r...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why the first five years of retirement can make or break your financial plan, how a rising market can quietly increase the risk in your portfolio, and why having enough money to buy something doesn’t necessarily mean you should. Plus, they tackle tax-loss harvesting pitfalls, managing concentrated company...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down what a more hawkish Federal Reserve could mean for your portfolio, why Bitcoin’s latest surge shouldn’t trigger FOMO, and how retirees can turn years of disciplined saving into a retirement they actually enjoy. Plus, smart strategies for Roth conversions and charitable giving, managing a highly ap...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explore how fear of future regret can quietly drive your financial decisions—from holding too much company stock and delaying retirement to hesitating to help your kids or spend on meaningful experiences. They explain why a strong financial plan can give you the confidence to use your wealth with purpose instead o...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down Nvidia’s latest earnings and what the market reaction says about sky-high expectations surrounding artificial intelligence. Plus, they examine Bill Gates’ warning about the economic disruption AI could create, including the potential impact on jobs, taxes, and the future of the American workforce....

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian examine whether the massive AI infrastructure boom could create new risks for investors, why simply being enrolled in your 401(k) doesn’t mean you’re saving enough, and the critical steps you should take to protect your email—and your money—from cybercriminals. Plus, they tackle inherited IRA tax...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian explain why having more money doesn’t always mean feeling more financially secure, reveal the overlooked portfolio number that could trigger a major tax bill, and discuss why some retirees may be waiting too long to enjoy the wealth they’ve built. Plus, how to navigate wealth differences with friends, plan f...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down what America’s $40 trillion debt and rising Treasury yields mean for investors, examine the surge in indexed universal life insurance, and look at how family gifts are helping younger buyers afford homes. Plus, they tackle Roth conversion strategies and the growing number of Americans turning to AI for...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian examine whether the dominance of the Magnificent Seven is starting to fade, why owning the S&P 500 may leave you more concentrated than you realize, and how soaring valuations can create hidden risks for investors. Plus, they explain why diversification beyond mega-cap tech matters and how to rebalance highly apprec...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian put a $3 million retirement plan through a series of financial crash tests—from market downturns and overspending to helping adult children and losing a spouse. Plus, they lay out a five-year retirement countdown, explain how to help your kids without creating financial dependence, uncover tax opportunities that c...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian expose five retirement “rules of thumb” that can quickly become rules of dumb, from automatically claiming Social Security at 62 to blindly following the 4% rule or rushing to pay off a low-rate mortgage. Plus, they break down the go-go, slow-go, and no-go years of retirement, discuss when staying loyal to a...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian count down the 10 decisions that can make or break your retirement plan. Plus, they reveal why some “set it and forget it” investment strategies may deserve a second look, tackle your questions about tax-smart investing and helping the next generation, and explain why slowing down could save you from a costl...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the latest inflation numbers with Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout, what a weakening dollar and strong corporate earnings could mean for investors. Plus, they tackle new gas, grocery and supplement scams, smart Roth conversion and charitable giving strategies, and whether a cheaper first-class air...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian unpack the seven most common financial lies we tell ourselves – from “I’ll be happy when I have more money” to “I’ll figure it out on my own.” These aren’t just small white lies; they’re deeply emotional narratives that can quietly sabotage your financial future. Whe...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down why so many people who have done everything right—saved, invested, and built significant wealth—still don’t feel confident about their financial future. They explore the difference between passive decision-making and intentional planning, the two factors that truly move the needle, and why &...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian tackle a question that hits differently when you’ve built real wealth: if the market dropped 20% tomorrow, what would you actually do? They walk through the emotional and mathematical realities of managing a $2–10 million portfolio, why risk tolerance and plan design don’t always align, and how shiftin...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian tackle a critical question for investors: what happens if the next decade of market returns doesn’t cooperate—and does your financial plan rely on strong returns just to survive? They break down how to properly stress test your retirement plan using real-world scenarios, Monte Carlo analysis, and the importa...

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout break down what a weakening jobs report could mean for interest rates, why strong corporate earnings continue to support stocks, and what’s keeping pressure on the bond market. Then Brian joins Bob as they dig into Cincinnati’s “slow and steady” housing mark...

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On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down what SpaceX's first earnings report as a publicly traded company says about the future of growth investing, discuss how to protect your finances while caring for aging loved ones, and answer listener questions on balancing fairness and family dynamics in estate planning—especially when one child takes o...