The Momentum Advisors Show

On this episode, we break down the mysteries behind credit and seek to help you build and maintain a good credit score. 

Often times people are obsessed with buying stuff just because the price is low. But what about the actual value? Most "cheap" things are cheap for a reason; when you're not really paying attention that thing may turn out to be very expensive in the long run. On this episode we share some insight on good--and bad stuff--we've purchased (i.e. stocks, businesses, real estate, etc.) that was cheap an...

After years of working with millionaires, successful entrepreneurs, and wealthy families, we have received a lot of unexpected advice on what it truly takes to accomplish your goals. And what we've found is that it has less to do with the numbers and the dollar signs; and more to do with your mentality and who you are as a person. On this episode, we highlight some of the best advice you've probab...

If you're fortunate to live long enough you will want--or need--to retire, at some point in your life. But people often speak about retirement as if it's a mythological character that only a fortunate few have been able to meet. Well that is not the case. On this episode, we give you the very specific steps to be able to retire exactly how you want to. Whether that's traveling, playing golf, worki...

Russia invaded Ukraine and every one is panicking. Although some of your neighbors may be stocking up on water and canned goods, do you actually know what's happening and how it may impact you? This episode is a balanced conversation on how the Russia invasion is impacting your wallet today and, potentially, in the near future.

For this week’s black history moment we want to tell you the story of how we created one of the largest black-owned wealth management firms in the country, as well as, give you advice on how you can build and grow your business. February 2022 marks our Ten Year Anniversary as a firm and we want to celebrate with our listeners! Edited 2 Se

Do you feel like "the man's" foot is on your neck? Are you always wondering how are you supposed to get ahead in a capitalist society? Well we know all about that and on this episode we're giving you the answers. It's time for you to get a seat at the table and not only be on the menu. Let's stop missing out on everyday opportunities to grow wealth and influence. 

By now you should have your 1099s and W2 forms which means it's officially tax time! This episode is to help you prepare for filing your 2021 taxes. It is super important to know about all the tax changes that happened last year that could impact your refund this tax season--and your tax planning next tax season.

For those who are paying attention, the stock market is seeing red in a major way right now. Is this the first time the stock market has been down this much? Of course not. But what does it all mean? What's actually happening and should you be panicking? This week's podcast answers these questions and more. We also explain why this may be a great time for you and your wealth building portfolio.

Investing and trading are becoming extremely popular. This is partly because markets have had strong returns--and also because of social media. People love talking about their winnings but not so much about their losing. On this episode we breakdown the differences between being an investor and trading. We also help you understand which of the two is right for you.

The terms "ESG", "socially responsible" and "impact investing" are ongoing buzzwords in the financial services industry. But what does it all actually mean? Regardless of the confusing industry jargon, the essence of it all is aligning your portfolio with your values—without sacrificing returns. More than that, it presents greater opportunity for you to see stronger returns. On this episode, we te...

Scrolling through TikTok, you come across a huge range of videos, from new dances to someone encouraging you to invest in Tesla. Financial TikTok, also known as "FinTok", is where individuals share advice on topics from investing to cryptocurrency to saving for retirement. Yet, just like a big chunk of the news you find on social media, there are lots of FinToks containing misinformation. On this...

Do you remember "Mr. Rogers Neighborhood", where he would walk through the neighborhood and introduce you to all the important people in his life? Have you ever thought about who is in your neighborhood? What about your financial neighborhood? Having a well-rounded team of professionals in your "neighborhood", working in harmony on your behalf, is a game changer for your wealth. On this episode we...

If you’ve spent the past few months dreaming of a new car in your driveway, you’re probably looking at models, comparing deals and evaluating what add-ons you can afford. Buying a car is a big investment; you’ll need to think about the cost, financing options and negotiating tactics before heading to the dealership. On this episode we walk you through all the necessary steps to buying a car; and w...

New Year’s resolutions don’t have to be reserved for diets and exercise. Sometimes the area of your life that really needs attention is your finances. As 2021 ends and 2022 begins, it's a great time to commit to your money goals, budget better, pay down debt, ditch bad habits and improve your financial picture to reach your goals. This episodes highlights specific--achievable--goals to set for you...

In our work as financial advisors, we are helping people grow their wealth and we are literally seeing people’s dreams come true right before our very eyes. In our own lives as entrepreneurs, we are achieving dreams that might seem unattainable; but it’s happening. On this episode our goal today is to help you realize that you too can achieve your dreams and build wealth at the same time--and it s...

We are in the midst of the “Great Resignation” where more people are quitting their jobs than ever before to launch new businesses, go back to school or explore new career paths. This episode highlights the things to keep in mind before you take the plunge. 

The end of the year always seems to sneak up on us. After Thanksgiving, the buzz of the holiday season keeps us busy through the New Year and all of our financial, health and tax planning become distant thoughts until 2022. Not this year! On this episode, we make your year-end adult-ing planning a priority; because when the year ends there’s no going back.

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, this episode focuses on the many ways to give to your favorite causes, charities and organizations. When most people think of giving they only focus on how to give money but, there are several ways to give non-monetary gifts that are extremely impactful. If giving money is your preference we discuss traditional and non-traditional ways to give financial assets while...

When is the last time you reviewed your homeowners and auto insurance? For most people, the answer is when you initially purchased your home or car and even then you bought just enough to get the deal done. This week we've brought back special guest and Founding Partner of Momentum Risk Management, Sylvia K. Alston, to explain why quality property and casualty insurance is the real MVP--and how to...

Open Enrollment season is underway but, what does that actually mean for you? A LOT! Whether you get health insurance through your employer or from Healthcare.gov , Open Enrollment is a very small window of time to make very big decisions about your health and what it is worth. On this episode, we bring in special guest Sylvia K. Alston to break down how to select the best health insurance for you...

Due to more time spent at home during COVID, there has been a major spike in new pregnancies and childbirth. With that in mind, this show focuses on the financial planning that needs to take place as an existing or emerging parent. We highlight all the options you should consider when saving, investing and strategizing for your child's financial future.

Once every three months we like to give a snapshot of what’s happening in the financial markets and the economy. Is COVID still impacting our economy? What is this "labor shortage" everyone keeps talking about and where are all the workers going? And what about all these supply chain delays and how will they effect the holidays?

A recent financial study finds that 75% of all Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck and have little or nothing in the way of emergency savings. How did we get here? Well, we guarantee you there were probably a variety of warning signs before things got so strapped. On this episode we are identifying these warning signs so that you can address these financial problems before they get any worse...

On this episode, we call out what we consider to be financial predators. The bad guys and villains that are stealing money from right under our eyes. Don't take it personal, because almost all of us have used at one of these financial predators at least once in life.