Hanson Mcclain's Money Matters

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about the differences between a regular IRA and a Roth IRA. Then we take a call about what to do when her company dropped their 401k plan. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk to a government worker who wants to know how to invest their 401k upon retirement.  Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about Social Security and Medicare. Then, we take a call about what to do with an old stock certificate. Lastly, Scott and Pat discuss the importance of working with an advisor that follows the fiduciary standard. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about Scott’s new book, Personal Decision Points. Next, we take a call about capital gains and charitable remainder trusts. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk to someone nearing the maturation date of a CD, who is wondering if they should buy another one, or invest elsewhere else. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about creating a positive attitude as you approach retirement. Next, we take a call about inherited assets, followed by a question about the most tax-effective way to save money for the future. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk about hedge funds, before concluding with a discussion about pending changes to the fiduciary standard. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about what to do with funds received from RMDs. Next, we take a question about making sure one is properly saving for retirement. Then, a question about mutual funds. Lastly, we talk to Hanson McClain’s Chief Investment Officer, David Schauer, about the first quarter in the markets. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about the cost of working with an advisor. Next, we take a question about whether to terminate or ride out a variable life insurance policy. Lastly, a question about automatic rebalancing on a 401k that’s still with a previous employer. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about how to determine which retirement accounts to withdraw from first. Next, we take an interesting question about working with an investment advisor. Lastly, an inquiry about investing liquid assets in retirement. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about preparing for retirement when self employed. Next, we take a question from teacher looking for 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 answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about what it means to be properly diversified. Next, we take a question from a widow looking to retire and still contribute to her IRA. Lastly, a question about “means testing” Social Security from a retired state worker that actually had to go back to work. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.  Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about how receiving a state pension affects Social Security income. Next, we take a question from a caller asking the best way to help his children start saving for retirement once they graduate from college. Lastly, a question about Live Abundant indexed annuities.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with Scott and Pat advising a man with a “structured cash flow” plan that promised unrealistic returns. Next, we take a question from a caller asking about a market index annuity sold by his bank. Lastly, a question about a flexible 401k plan.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about the dangers of Variable Universal Life insurance as an investment option. Next, we take a call about investment options for an elderly person that just came into a large amount of money. Lastly, a question from someone asking about buying an annuity for their 90-year old mother as a way to pay for long-term care.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a caller inquiring about the best places to invest funds from RMDs. Next, we take a call about single life versus survivor insurance options on a pension. Lastly, we answer a question about setting up a Roth IRA.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat welcome new listeners in the Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA) markets! The episode begins with a discussion about the recent volatility in the financial markets. We then field a call regarding fixed annuities from a relative of a person with Alzheimer’s. Next, we take a call about rolling over assets from a traditional 401K into a Roth near retirement in a bear market. Lastly, we take a call from someone seeking to know if they are financially ready to retire this year.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat welcome new listeners in Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA)! The episode begins with a discussion about recent market volatility. We then field a call about accelerating retirement investments by age 67. Next, we take a call about the best time to roll over an old ESOP plan. Lastly, we take a call about how much a person should save outside a public-sector employee pension.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: We welcome new listeners in Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA)! The episode begins with a couple asking Scott and Pat how to prepare for a retirement that seems to be approaching too fast. Then we receive a call about whether it’s better to let the state or a financial advisor manage one’s 457, which leads to a discussion about how to check the quality of your financial advisor. Lastly, a call about the benefits of paying off the mortgage before retirement.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a call about what kinds of returns should be expected from one’s investments. Then they take a call about RMDs, followed by a discussion on Net Unrealized Appreciation. Next, a call about whether to use extra money to pay off a rental property, or invest. Then, a call about setting up a 529 for a grandchild. Lastly, a call about investing in an immediate annuity.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a call about REITs and whether or not they are good investments. Then they take a call about setting up a mutual fund for a grandchild, followed by a question about longevity insurance. Lastly, a call asking about options to pay for a child’s college education.   Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about larger brokerage firms and how their advisors are compensated. Then Pat and Scott take a call about preparing for retirement in the next 5 years, and how it’s changed, followed by a question asking if a person should take a 401k loan to pay off their credit card debt. Lastly, a call asking if income from a rental property needs to be claimed on a tax return.    Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with Scott’s and Pat’s tales of car trouble, followed by a short discussion on the dangers of investing in gold. Then they take a call about the problem of underfunded life insurance, followed by a question about contributing to a Roth 401k vs a traditional 401k. Lastly, a call about an elderly mother who was sold an annuity when she wanted a bank CD.    Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.    Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.