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Father's Day and Finances | 6/14/25

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 45:10


• Tim pays a special tribute to his own father on this Father's Day weekend. • In the spirit of Father's Day and the importance of family, Tim shares how he and his wife have recently been touched by an incredible family who has become an integral part of their lives. He also offers some takeaways for all of us. • Cash drag: What is it? Tim discusses why understanding this concept is crucial and how it can impact your investment success over time. He'll continue this topic on next week's show. • William from York shares that their church needs to invest a significant amount and seeks Tim's thoughts and advice regarding the use of socially responsible investments. • Another caller, Stan from Dillsburg, seeks guidance on how long he should retain paper records of his investments. Have a question or comment for Tim? You can call the live show on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. ET by dialing 717-540-0580. You can also email him anytime at financialfreedom@greenspringadvisors.com. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Is it worth considering? | 6/7/25

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 46:30


• Tim references a Reuters figure of +23%. Why is this number important? • What is the VIX, often referred to as the "fear gauge," and how can it potentially help investors? • Bill from Halifax asks why trusts are receiving more attention and whether they are worth considering. Have a question or comment for Tim? You can call the live show on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. ET by dialing 717-540-0580. You can also email him anytime at financialfreedom@greenspringadvisors.com. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Financial Freedom 5/31/25

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 45:57


Tim announces that a very special, well-known guest will join him for the show on June 21. How do you define risk? And what about volatility? What do Nvidia, Apple, Netflix, and other companies have in common? Get ready for some surprising facts. Denny seeks advice on the ideal time of year to consider taking his required minimum distributions (RMDs) from his IRA. Have a question or comment for Tim? You can call the live show on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. ET by dialing 717-540-0580. You can also email him anytime at financialfreedom@greenspringadvisors.com.

Memorial Day Reflections | 5/24/25

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 45:21


• Tim opens the show by sharing his heartfelt personal thoughts about Memorial Day. • Reflecting on historical data since 1980, do you know what the average intra-year decline of the U.S. stock market has been and how frequently these temporary declines occur? Knowing this can help you behave better as an investor. • Tim hears from longtime listener Joan, who asks him to explain where capital goes when someone sells stocks at a loss. • Recent data from Morningstar further illustrates why trying to beat market returns remains a fool's errand. Have a question or comment for Tim? You can call the live show on Saturday mornings from 10:00-11:00 a.m. ET by dialing 717-540-0580. You can also email him anytime at financialfreedom@greenspringadvisors.com. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Let's Talk Investments | 5/17/25

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 45:49


• What is the one investment that has historically produced mediocre returns yet remains one of the best investments for many individuals, and why? • Is the 10.25% annual yield promoted by an "investment opportunity" named Yrefy realistic? • How often should you check the market value of your investments? You may be surprised. • Mark seeks Tim's advice regarding an annuity recommendation made by his current advisor. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Mother's Day and Finance | 5/10/25

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 45:50


Topics covered in this week's show include: With Warren Buffett announcing he will step down at the end of this year, Tim shares some of his thoughts and one of his favorite Buffett quotes. In honor of Mother's Day weekend, Tim shares a deeply personal story about his mother and his upbringing. Tim welcomes Larry and Jim, two outstanding veterans, to the Greenspring Advisors family as new clients. Financial freedom: Is it a goal or an outcome? Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Financial Freedom 5/3/25

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 45:51


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforwar

What have you been doing amid the uncertainty? | 4/26/25

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 45:05


• Tim asks, "As an investor, what have you been doing in recent weeks amid so much uncertainty and negativity?" • Bob from Iron Springs calls in to ask for some perspective on gold as an investment. Tim provides valuable insights by sharing the price history of gold and explaining that, historically, after adjusting for inflation, gold has experienced long periods in which it has underperformed significantly. • Longtime listener Joan from Camp Hill calls in to share her thoughts and perspective. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Risk vs. Reward | 4/19/25

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 44:13


• Do you own individual stocks like Apple, Tesla, or Nvidia? Should you reconsider the risks versus rewards of doing so? • When a CD is maturing, should you reinvest it or consider investing elsewhere? Jean from Denver calls in for Tim's guidance on her CD. • Michael from Annville asks Tim how reinvesting dividends from mutual funds or stocks affects future taxes on capital gains. • Have you ever heard the term "bond vigilantes"? Kevin from New Cumberland asks Tim to explain who they are and how they may currently be impacting bond yields and prices. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

How does it work? | 4/12/25

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 45:09


• Jim from Newport asks Tim to clarify how stock dividends work. Tim explains and discusses why this concept is often misunderstood by many people. • Have you ever heard of “shorting” stocks or the market? Joe from Harrisburg asks how this works and whether it is worth considering. • Joan, a loyal listener, calls in to share some valuable and interesting comments. • What is the ideal process for taking RMDs from an IRA? Kathy from Newville wants Tim's advice. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Financial Freedom 4/5/25

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 44:54


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

The Importance of Diversification

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 42:39


• Why do so many people, including advisors, seek advice from so-called expert analysts regarding market forecasts and stock picking? • Tim reflects on last week's market declines to highlight the importance of not investing only in the S&P 500 index or total stock market funds. • Ed calls in to ask about some derivatives he recently invested in, which did not turn out as he expected. • Tim shares an email from Carolyn, who is seeking his advice regarding her husband's new 401(k) plan and Roth IRA. Greenspring Advisors is a registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

Lessons Learned and Other Surprises

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 43:09


Topics this week- • Tim continues discussing the important lessons learned from past market declines and how you should consider applying them today. • Do you know when some of the sharpest market surges in the past have occurred? You might be surprised. • What is one of the single biggest risks for investors? • Lisa from Dillsburg wants Tim's advice on finding a fee-only advisor to assist her and her husband. • Tim offers insights to both Mike and Gary regarding their respective emails.

Financial Freedom 3/15/25

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 44:29


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 3/8/25

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 45:25


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 3/1/25

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 45:17


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Finacial Freedom 2/22/25

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 43:57


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 2/15/25

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 43:03


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 2/8/25

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 45:47


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

FINANCIAL FREEDOM WITH TIM DECKER 2.1.25

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 43:22


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 1/25/25

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 46:11


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

FINANCIAL FREEDOM WITH TIM DECKER 1.18.25

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 46:09


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 1/11/25

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 45:37


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 1/4/25

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 45:37


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 12/28/24

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 46:08


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 12/21/24

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 44:43


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 12/14/24

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 44:13


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 12/7/24

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 45:23


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 11/23/24

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 45:06


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 11/16/24

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 43:40


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 11/9/24

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2024 42:46


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 11/2/24

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2024 42:19


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 10/26/24

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 44:12


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 10/19/24

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 44:15


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 10/12/24

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 46:53


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Today's show features Zack Hubbard of Greenspring Advisors discussing upcoming pitfalls.

Financial Freedom 10/5/24

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2024 44:52


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 9/29/24

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 44:48


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 9/21/24

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2024 44:26


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 9/14/24

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 44:45


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 9/7/24

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2024 48:26


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

FINANCIAL FREEDOM WITH TIM DECKER 8.31.24

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 44:06


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

FINANCIAL FREEDOM WITH TIM DECKER 8.24.24

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 44:57


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 8/17/24

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 45:05


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

FINANCIAL FREEDOM WITH TIM DECKER 8.10.2024

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 45:03


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 8/3/24

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 45:00


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 7/13/24

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2024 42:46


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforwar

FINANCIAL FREEDOM 7/6/24

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 44:12


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 6/29/24

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2024 43:18


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

Financial Freedom 6/22/24

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2024 38:27


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforwar

Financial Freedom

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2024 42:42


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforwar

Financial Freedom 6/8/24

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2024 42:41


As a Fee-Only Financial Advisor, Tim brings his extensive knowledge and over 35 years of experience to the discussion of current financial and wealth management topics. Every show also provides opportunities for you to call in and get Tim's straightforward advice.

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