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A podcast to help you get an insider’s view of the financial world and escape common investment traps. Each week, we look at the financial news of the day and help you make sense of it so you can relax about money.
A podcast to help you get an insider’s view of the financial world and escape common investment traps. Each week, we look at the financial news of the day and help you make sense of it so you can relax about money.
Episodes

Mar 8, 2021
What’s Missing with Electric Cars?
Mar 8, 2021
Mar 8, 2021
12 min
With car companies saying they’re going all electric, it begs the question: Would you actually want to own an electric car? Today, Paul digs into the industry and what still needs to be done before the world can get behind electric cars. Listen along to hear how this industry may be changing and what technology we may see coming as a result. For more information about what we do or how we can help you, schedule a 15-minute call with us here: paulwinkler.com/call.

Mar 5, 2021
Retirement Isn’t All About Money
Mar 5, 2021
Mar 5, 2021
11 min
Money seems to be the focus of retirement, but there are so many things that you need to prepare for as you age that have nothing to do with money. Today, Paul talks about an article that says, “There are worse things than running out of money in retirement,” and what you can do to have your financial plan be a part of a larger plan. Listen along to gain some perspective about this important phase of life and what you can do to help the people you know in retirement. For more information about what we do or how we can help you, schedule a 15-minute call with us here: paulwinkler.com/call.

Mar 4, 2021
Warren Buffett’s Annual Letter
Mar 4, 2021
Mar 4, 2021
15 min
Every year Warren Buffett writes a letter on the American economy, and many investors and investment professionals read it to hear the thoughts of Mr. Buffett about the future. Today, Paul talks about this year’s letter and what can be learned about the market from an experienced investor. For more information about what we do or how we can help you, schedule a 15-minute call with us here: paulwinkler.com/call.

Mar 3, 2021
Is the S&P 500 Enough?
Mar 3, 2021
Mar 3, 2021
20 min
For decades investors have seen the S&P 500 as a one-stop-shop for investing. With average 10% yearly growth for the last 4 decades, many financial institutions view this index as the standard for measuring other investments to. Today, Paul talks in-depth about what the S&P is—its costs, its blindsides, its benefits, and how it fits into a good investment portfolio.
For more information about what we do or how we can help you, schedule a 15-minute call with us here: paulwinkler.com/call.

Mar 2, 2021
Publicly Traded Companies: More on the Way?
Mar 2, 2021
Mar 2, 2021
16 min
In the last 20 years, the number of publicly traded companies was cut in half. But now it seems like companies are going public more often. Why? Today, Paul talks about why companies are starting to go public again and what benefit this has to companies and investors. If you’re interested in learning more about Social Security, we are hosting a free workshop on March 3rd, at 12pm CST, with valuable information on the topic. You can find out more or sign up here: paulwinkler.com/ss.

Mar 1, 2021
Tax Efficiency vs. Returns
Mar 1, 2021
Mar 1, 2021
14 min
Taxes can really hurt your investments when you don't have the right plan in place. So, should you create an investment strategy just for the tax efficiencies? Today, Paul and Evan discuss an article suggesting ETFs in an IRA for the tax benefits. Listen along to hear whether or not this strategy makes sense and how tax savings and returns can exist together in your investments.
If you’re interested in learning more about Social Security, we are hosting a free workshop on March 3rd, at 12pm CST, with valuable information on the topic. You can find out more or sign up here: paulwinkler.com/ss.

Feb 26, 2021
A New Portfolio Strategy
Feb 26, 2021
Feb 26, 2021
17 min
The 60/40 portfolio mix has long been the standard of investor portfolios—especially when you're taking an income from it. Today, Paul and Evan talk about an article in a magazine made for Financial Planners encouraging them to get their investors in a new strategy. What is the new strategy and is it any better than the 60/40 mix? Listen along to hear what Paul and Evan think about portfolio mixes and the investment types that should be in them.
If you’re interested in learning more about Social Security, we are hosting a free workshop on March 3rd, at 12pm CST, with valuable information on the topic. You can find out more or sign up here: paulwinkler.com/ss.

Feb 25, 2021
Does Inflation Hurt Stock Prices?
Feb 25, 2021
Feb 25, 2021
15 min
Inflation is a force that weakens the spending power of your cash, but does it hurt your investments too? Today, Paul and his team talk about investor fears around inflation and how inflation affects the value of stocks. Listen along to hear what kind of investments are the best hedge against inflation and what your other options are.
If you’re interested in learning more about Social Security, we are hosting a free workshop on March 3rd, at 12pm CST, with valuable information on the topic. You can find out more or sign up here: paulwinkler.com/ss.

Feb 24, 2021
Mortgage Rates Go Up
Feb 24, 2021
Feb 24, 2021
11 min
Mortgage rates are the highest they have been in months. How does this affect your ability to get a house? Today, Paul and Chad discuss what first-time home buyers need to know to have success, even if mortgage rates go up. Listen along to get some value financial planning advice about home ownership. If you’re interested in learning more about Social Security, we are hosting a free workshop on March 3rd, at 12pm CST, with valuable information on the topic. You can find out more or sign up here: paulwinkler.com/ss.

Feb 23, 2021
Are Robo Advisors Worth It?
Feb 23, 2021
Feb 23, 2021
26 min
Goldman Sachs joins the Robo-investing world and is now one of the hundreds of Robo-investors promising lower fees and low account minimums. Today, Paul and Chad talk about how these accounts get managed, the disadvantages of Robo-investing, and how they compare with working with a financial planner. If you’re interested in learning more about Social Security, we are hosting a free workshop on March 3rd, at 12pm CST, with valuable information on the topic. You can find out more or sign up here: paulwinkler.com/ss.