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Small changes, made over time, can produce significant results. Much like a high performance engine, or an entire orchestra, when even a small part is not doing what it is supposed to do, everything suffers. And the same is true of your finances. This show is dedicated to the small things that make a significant difference.

Bill Altman Jr.


    • May 25, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from The Big O Money Show

    The Double Bill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025


    In this episode Bill welcomes back to the show his Dad, Bill Sr. They talk about his transition to retirement, and the importance of a plan, purpose, and social interaction in retirement.

    Market Update with Keith Gangl

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025


    Bill welcomes Gradient Investments senior portfolio manager Keith Gangl. Keith breaks down the latest inflation data and what it means for your investment strategy. He offers his expert analysis on the recent market volatility, highlighting potential opportunities and pitfalls for long-term investors. Finally, Keith shares key insights on sector rotation and how to position your portfolio for the remainder of the year.

    Mother's Day and More

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025


    In this episode we talk about the moms and how important they are for all of us. We also discuss financial planning.

    The Markets, The Pope and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025


    In this episode Bill talks about ways to deal with market volatility, the future and the Pope.

    Questions Investors Need to Ask and You Get What You Pay For

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025


    In this episode we go over the questions that investors need to be asking right now, and about how the promise of free legal work isn't all it's cracked up to be.

    Taxes, Markets and Being Kind

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025


    In this episode Bill talks about taxes, the markets and the importance of treating others with kindness.

    Tariffs and Markets Oh My

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025


    We discuss the latest on the tariffs, the markets, and the importance of a plan.

    Tariffs and Markets Oh My

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025


    We discuss the latest on the tariffs, the markets, and the importance of a plan.

    The True Meaning of Wealth

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025


    In this episode, we look beyond the balance sheet to explore the true meaning of wealth. We unpack the often-overlooked components of a rich life, challenging conventional notions.

    The True Meaning of Wealth

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025


    In this episode, we look beyond the balance sheet to explore the true meaning of wealth. We unpack the often-overlooked components of a rich life, challenging conventional notions.

    Market Update with Mike Binger

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025


    Bill welcomes special guests Mike Binger and Jon VanOrden from Gradient Investments to talk about what is happening with the market and where we might be headed.

    Market Update with Mike Binger

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025


    Bill welcomes special guests Mike Binger and Jon VanOrden from Gradient Investments to talk about what is happening with the market and where we might be headed.

    Markets and Medicare

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025


    This week, we welcome Medicare specialist Brenda Dinan to talk about Medicare changes, planning, strategies and more. Bill also addresses the current market volatility.

    Markets and Medicare

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025


    This week, we welcome Medicare specialist Brenda Dinan to talk about Medicare changes, planning, strategies and more. Bill also addresses the current market volatility.

    Markets and Taxes - Don't Panic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025


    In this episode, we dissect the recent market volatility as well as your taxes. We offer strategies to navigate the uncertainty. Tune in to learn practical steps for staying calm and making informed financial choices amidst market fluctuations.

    Markets and Taxes - Don't Panic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025


    In this episode, we dissect the recent market volatility as well as your taxes. We offer strategies to navigate the uncertainty. Tune in to learn practical steps for staying calm and making informed financial choices amidst market fluctuations.

    Financial Awareness on the SOFA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025


    In this episode, guest host Andrew Galvin talks about the Society of Financial Awareness and what it means to be financially aware.

    Financial Awareness on the SOFA

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025


    In this episode, guest host Andrew Galvin talks about the Society of Financial Awareness and what it means to be financially aware.

    Real World Financial Knowledge

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025


    This week Bill welcomes Jake Blach to discuss real-world financial knowledge you won't learn in a classroom.

    Real World Financial Knowledge

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025


    This week Bill welcomes Jake Blach to discuss real-world financial knowledge you won't learn in a classroom.

    Where is Your Money Going?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025


    Ever wonder where your paycheck disappears to? This week, we're diving deep into budgeting strategies and expense tracking to help you pinpoint exactly where your money is going. Learn how to identify spending leaks and create a plan to take control of your finances.

    Where is Your Money Going?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025


    Ever wonder where your paycheck disappears to? This week, we're diving deep into budgeting strategies and expense tracking to help you pinpoint exactly where your money is going. Learn how to identify spending leaks and create a plan to take control of your finances.

    Nebraska Greats with Monte Kratzenstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025


    In this episode Bill welcomes former Husker football player, Monte Kratzenstein, to talk about the Nebraska Greats organization and how they are helping college athletes in Nebraska.

    Nebraska Greats with Monte Kratzenstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025


    In this episode Bill welcomes former Husker football player, Monte Kratzenstein, to talk about the Nebraska Greats organization and how they are helping college athletes in Nebraska.

    Social Security Fairness Act & Medicare Enrollment

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025


    Navigating retirement income can be tricky, especially when it involves government programs. This week, we break down the Social Security Fairness Act and how it might affect your benefits, particularly if you've worked in the public sector. We'll also cover the essentials of Medicare open enrollment, ensuring you understand the process and avoid any costly mistakes.

    Social Security Fairness Act & Medicare Enrollment

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025


    Navigating retirement income can be tricky, especially when it involves government programs. This week, we break down the Social Security Fairness Act and how it might affect your benefits, particularly if you've worked in the public sector. We'll also cover the essentials of Medicare open enrollment, ensuring you understand the process and avoid any costly mistakes.

    AI, Human Interaction, and Good Data

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025


    In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence, human interaction, and the crucial role of high-quality data in shaping the future of finance. We'll explore how AI is transforming financial services, discuss the importance of maintaining human connection in a data-driven world, and examine the critical need for accurate and unbiased data to ensure responsible and ethical AI implementation.

    AI, Human Interaction, and Good Data

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025


    In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence, human interaction, and the crucial role of high-quality data in shaping the future of finance. We'll explore how AI is transforming financial services, discuss the importance of maintaining human connection in a data-driven world, and examine the critical need for accurate and unbiased data to ensure responsible and ethical AI implementation.

    From Politics to Taxes, Taking a Look at 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025


    In this very special crossover episode, Bill welcomes special guest and financial advisor, Rob Kirvan. They dive deep into the political landscape and its potential impact on your finances in 2025. We'll discuss key tax policies that may change, analyze potential economic shifts, and explore investment strategies to navigate the evolving financial environment. Join us as we look at what to expect in 2025.

    From Politics to Taxes, Taking a Look at 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025


    In this very special crossover episode, Bill welcomes special guest and financial advisor, Rob Kirvan. They dive deep into the political landscape and its potential impact on your finances in 2025. We'll discuss key tax policies that may change, analyze potential economic shifts, and explore investment strategies to navigate the evolving financial environment. Join us as we look at what to expect in 2025.

    Finances in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025


    In this episode Bill talks about the importance of your financial plan, taxes and more.

    Finances in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025


    In this episode Bill talks about the importance of your financial plan, taxes and more.

    Planning for the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025


    In this episode we welcome in the new year with goals for your financial and retirement planning.

    Planning for the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025


    In this episode we welcome in the new year with goals for your financial and retirement planning.

    The Importance of Creating a Tax Advantaged Retirement Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024


    A tax-advantaged retirement plan can make a significant difference in preserving wealth and maximizing income. This episode dives into the benefits of tax-efficient strategies, exploring tools like Roth IRAs, HSAs, and life insurance to optimize retirement outcomes. Learn how to craft plans that minimize tax burdens and support long-term financial security.

    The Importance of Creating a Tax Advantaged Retirement Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024


    A tax-advantaged retirement plan can make a significant difference in preserving wealth and maximizing income. This episode dives into the benefits of tax-efficient strategies, exploring tools like Roth IRAs, HSAs, and life insurance to optimize retirement outcomes. Learn how to craft plans that minimize tax burdens and support long-term financial security.

    Property Tax and Real Estate Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024


    In this episode Bill welcomes his better half, Danielle to discuss the current real estate market, interest rates and property taxes.

    Property Tax and Real Estate Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024


    In this episode Bill welcomes his better half, Danielle to discuss the current real estate market, interest rates and property taxes.

    Making the Right Choices

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024


    In this episode Bill and Andrew talk about how important it is to make the right choices and how they can help you make the right financial choices.

    Making the Right Choices

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024


    In this episode Bill and Andrew talk about how important it is to make the right choices and how they can help you make the right financial choices.

    Healthcare Planning for Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024


    Retirement planning often overlooks the significant healthcare costs that can arise in later years. In this episode, we'll discuss strategies to estimate future healthcare expenses, Medicare, supplemental and advantage plans, as well as provide tips on how to protect your assets from potential long-term care costs. Join us as we delve into the crucial steps to secure your financial future and ensure peace of mind for your golden years.

    Healthcare Planning for Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024


    Retirement planning often overlooks the significant healthcare costs that can arise in later years. In this episode, we'll discuss strategies to estimate future healthcare expenses, Medicare, supplemental and advantage plans, as well as provide tips on how to protect your assets from potential long-term care costs. Join us as we delve into the crucial steps to secure your financial future and ensure peace of mind for your golden years.

    Financial Future with Michaela, Grace, Brayden

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024


    In this very special episode Bill welcomes his kids to the show. Michaela, Grace and Brayden talk about their plans for the future and Bill explains the importance for planning a financial future for you and your children.

    Financial Future with Michaela, Grace, Brayden

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024


    In this very special episode Bill welcomes his kids to the show. Michaela, Grace and Brayden talk about their plans for the future and Bill explains the importance for planning a financial future for you and your children.

    Financial Risk and Reward

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024


    In this episode, we delve into the fundamental concept of risk and reward in investing. We'll explore how to assess risk tolerance, discuss strategies for managing risk, and examine the importance of diversification.

    Financial Risk and Reward

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024


    In this episode, we delve into the fundamental concept of risk and reward in investing. We'll explore how to assess risk tolerance, discuss strategies for managing risk, and examine the importance of diversification.

    Medicare Changes and Costs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024


    In this episode, we'll break down the latest Medicare changes that could impact your retirement plans. From new premium costs to expanded coverage options, we'll help you understand how these changes might affect your finances. We'll also discuss strategies to maximize your Medicare benefits and minimize out-of-pocket expenses.

    Medicare Changes and Costs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024


    In this episode, we'll break down the latest Medicare changes that could impact your retirement plans. From new premium costs to expanded coverage options, we'll help you understand how these changes might affect your finances. We'll also discuss strategies to maximize your Medicare benefits and minimize out-of-pocket expenses.

    Trump Win and The Markets with Michael Binger

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024


    Bill welcomes very special guest Michael Binger, president of Gradient Investments. We discuss the Trump win and what is up with the markets... The markets!

    Trump Win and The Markets with Michael Binger

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024


    Bill welcomes very special guest Michael Binger, president of Gradient Investments. We discuss the Trump win and what is up with the markets... The markets!

    Should You Take On More Risk?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024


    In this episode, Bill talks about risk tolerance. We'll discuss how to assess your personal risk profile and explore the potential rewards and drawbacks of increasing your investment risk. Join us as we break down the factors to consider before making bold financial moves.

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