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Longevity risk is now measurable. The Longevity Preparedness Index, developed by the MIT AgeLab, scores how ready you are to live a long life. The average result is just 60 out of 100, signaling a major gap in retirement planning. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty explain what drives that score, where most people fall short, and how to improve it. From Social Security timing to guaranteed income, flexible withdrawals, growth exposure, and healthcare planning, building a durable retirement plan requires multiple strategies working together. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - 8-ball Answers & Longevity Challenges 4:23 - Cap'n Crunch & Colorectal Cancer 6:27 - Longevity Preparedness Index 8:32 - Revolutionary Medical Testing 11:42 - Who Will Be Your Care Provider? 14:42 - Transition from Individualism to Collectivism w Care 17:51 - The Importance of Community: Transportation, Neighborhood 21:03 - Daily Activities & Physical Well-being 23:34 - How Do You Spend Your Days? 25:21 - Intellectually Stimulating 28:37 - How Will You Matter in Retirement? 29:38 - Finances in Retirement 32:50 - Worry About Running Out of Money in Older Age 35:05 - Knowing Where Your Money is Invested - and Why 36:35 - The Ability to Manage Day-to-Day Finances 39:35 - The Wellness Market 41:15 - AI Robots as care givers 43:38 - Moderate Physical Activity 45:09 - Is Your Home Well-prepared for Aging in Place? 48:58 - Dealing with Life Transitions 52:02 - Take Time to Reminisce 54:01 - Adapting to New Life Circumstances ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/-2PqycDpJfw ------- REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, Saturday, April 18: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything-2/ -------- Watch our previous show, "What Will the Fed Do Next? " https://youtube.com/live/IflJyKIbe7s ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Rally 11%: What's Next?" is here: https://youtu.be/ep4NAmWINYg ------- Resources Mentioned in Today's Show: https://www.johnhancock.com/ideas-insights/longevity-preparedness-index/longevity-preparedness-score.html https://www.livingto100.com/calculator ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #LongevityRisk #RetirementPlanning #FinancialPlanning #MITAgeLab #WealthStrategy

With inflation trends shifting, economic data sending mixed signals, and markets hovering near key levels, the big question is: what will the Federal Reserve do next? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down the Fed's current dilemma—balancing inflation control with economic growth—and what it means for interest rates, equities, and bonds. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 1:04 - Markets Hit 5th All-time High for 2026 6:48 - Markets Up 11% from Bottom 11:35 - Pollen & Taylor Sheridan 16:25 - Allbirds & AI craze 20:12 - Market Turnover Velocity & SEC "oversight" 26:57 - Market Breadth & Growth to Value Rotation 31:22 - The Fed is Stuck 36:58 - The Tailwind for Fed Rate Cuts has Increased 39:02 - The Risk of Volatility Remains 41:19 - Markets Have Priced-in Iran ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/IflJyKIbe7s ------- REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, Saturday, April 18: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything-2/ -------- Watch our previous show, "Q&A Wednesday: Markets, Taxes, and Your Money" https://youtube.com/live/X2EdwIni6_8 ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Rally 11%: What's Next?" is here: https://youtu.be/ep4NAmWINYg ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Oil Shock: Will The Fed Intervene" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/oil-shock-will-the-fed-intervene-part-2/ ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500 #MarketTrends #FederalReserve #InterestRates #Inflation #FedPolicy

Markets have surged 11% from recent lows after a powerful ten-day rally, pushing above key moving averages and approaching more overbought conditions. Momentum is strong, and buy signals are in place, but as markets stretch further from their averages, upside may become more challenging in the near term. A major difference in this cycle is the absence of a "death cross." The 50-day moving average never broke below the 200-day, and markets quickly reclaimed key technical levels. Historically, that type of setup points to stronger underlying support and lowers the probability of a full retest of recent lows. That said, short-term pullbacks are still possible. A move back to support could provide a better opportunity to add exposure, particularly as volatility risks begin to rise later in the year. The debate now: is this just a short-covering rally, or the start of a more durable advance? We break down the technical signals, momentum trends, and what to watch next. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ep4NAmWINYg --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500 #MarketTrends

It's Q&A Wednesday, and with Tax Day here, we're tackling your biggest questions on markets, taxes, and financial strategy in real time. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff field questions, from navigating today's market volatility to making smart, last-minute tax decisions, this episode is driven by what matters most to you. We break down current events, investor concerns, and practical steps you can take right now to stay on track. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 1:03 - Markets Climb Higher 3:01 - Watch Sentiment, Fear-Greed Index 6:38 - Markets Rally Back to All-time Highs 10:42 - How Do Money Flows Work? 13:34 - What is the Next Resistance Level? 15:08 - Risk Bucket Strategies & Goal Scooping 19:13 - At Age 70, Holding or Managing? 21:27 - Long Bonds - Investing or Trading? 25:34 - How Our Kids Invest 26:13 - Revaluation of Gold? Don't Bank on it. 29:18 - Where Rosso Shops for Clothes 30:29 - Pre- or Post-Tax Portfolio? 38:13 - Insurance Company Annuities & Private Credit Exposure 41:33 - Space-X & Anthropics IPO's 43:32 - When is Ideal Time to Initiate Annuity Withdrawals? ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/X2EdwIni6_8 ------- REGISTER for our next Candid Coffee, Saturday, April 18: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything-2/ -------- Watch our previous show, "Are Financial Advisor Fees Really Worth It?" https://youtube.com/live/5IaUfLHtiyg ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Hit Highs: Buy Now or Wait?" is here: https://youtu.be/wiSeFGUo6IE ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "S&P 500 Outlook: The 8.2% Rally & What Comes Next." https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/sp-500-outlook-the-8-2-rally-what-comes-next/ "Oil Shock: Will The Fed Intervene" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/oil-shock-will-the-fed-intervene-part-2/ "The South Park Investment Curse" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/lets-knock-on-wood/ ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #MarketOutlook #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500 #TaxDay #StockMarket #Investing #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement

Markets have surged back to all-time highs, a sharp reversal from just weeks ago when geopolitical fears dominated headlines. With price now clearing all major resistance levels and reclaiming key moving averages, the technical backdrop has improved significantly. Market breadth is expanding, providing a healthier foundation for this rally. However, conditions are now short-term overbought, suggesting a pause or pullback could be next. The key level to watch is the cluster of support formed by recently reclaimed moving averages and high-volume trading zones. If markets can consolidate and hold these levels, it may offer a favorable entry point for investors looking to add exposure. Seasonality also begins to play a role, as post–Tax Day retail flows historically pick up into late April and May. While a summer correction remains a reasonable expectation, the near-term outlook points to consolidation followed by a potential continuation higher. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/wiSeFGUo6IE --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #MarketOutlook #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500

Are financial advisor fees really worth it—or are you paying more than you should? Lance Roberts & Jon Penn break down the true value behind advisory fees and what investors should expect in return. It's not just about investment performance. A good advisor delivers portfolio construction, risk management, tax efficiency, and long-term financial planning—all designed to help you build and protect wealth. Also in this episode, Lance and Jon offer tax tips for the day before Taxes are due... Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 1:13 - Iran Negotiations = More Market Volatility 6:17 - Markets Rally Towards Previous Highs 8:16 - Is the Correction Over? 11:19 - Lance is Back; Thanks to Jon 13:10 - Why Pay an Advisor? 18:24 - You Don't Have to Beat a Benchmark 19:24 - Driving in Houston & Managing Risk 22:34 - Why You Need an Advisor 28:43 - Use the Right Tool 31:55 - Why We Don't Sleep (so that YOU can) 34:07 - The Truth About Paying a Fee 39:07 - The Value in Starting Young(er) 43:42 - Last Minute Tips for Tax Day (tomorrow) ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/5IaUfLHtiyg ------- Watch our previous show, "The S&P 500 Rally: What Comes Next?," https://youtube.com/live/ylJqaK248pk ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Buy Signal Is Back - But Don't Chase" is here: https://youtu.be/lM6tkRDoRe8 ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "S&P 500 Outlook: The 8.2% Rally & What Comes Next." https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/sp-500-outlook-the-8-2-rally-what-comes-next/ "Oil Shock: Will The Fed Intervene" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/oil-shock-will-the-fed-intervene-part-2/ "The South Park Investment Curse" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/lets-knock-on-wood/ ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #SP500 #MarketOutlook #TechnicalAnalysis #FinancialAdvice #AdvisorFees #WealthManagement #InvestingStrategy #PersonalFinance

Markets opened weak Monday but staged a powerful reversal, pushing back toward recent highs and reclaiming key technical levels. Money flows have flipped from deeply negative to positive, and a short-covering squeeze has accelerated the move higher. The big shift: markets are now trading back above all major moving averages, including the 20-, 50-, 100-, and 200-DMA. That transition signals a return to "buy mode" from a technical perspective, with momentum clearly improving. Historically, reclaiming these levels after an oversold condition often marks a short-term bottom. However, investors should not get complacent. Markets are now short-term overbought, and a consolidation or pullback is likely in the coming days. That could provide a more favorable entry point for deploying capital or rebalancing portfolios. Looking ahead, risks remain. Rising oil prices and their potential impact on inflation and earnings could drive another correction this summer. If the recent drawdown felt uncomfortable, it may be a signal to reassess portfolio risk and positioning. This is a market shifting back to strength—but with caution warranted. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/lM6tkRDoRe8 --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #SP500 #MarketOutlook #TechnicalAnalysis

The S&P 500 just surged 8.2% off its March lows—reclaiming key technical levels and sitting within striking distance of all-time highs. But is this the start of a sustained move higher, or just a reflexive rally before another pullback? Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn break down what drove the rally—from extreme bearish sentiment and a volatility reset, to easing geopolitical tensions—and why those factors matter for investors right now. We also examine the critical technical signals, including the reclaiming of the 200-day moving average, and what history suggests about forward returns after similar setups. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 1:08 - Is the Correction Over? 4:50 - When Markets Are Correcting... 8:39 - Earnings Season Commences 10:12 - Now is the Time to Rebalance Risk 16:37 - Lance's U.K. Vacation 21:09 - Big Rally Last Week - What Happens Next - Factors to Watch 26:43 - Bull Case vs Bear Case 30:00 - Lance's Investor Guidelines 33:09 - Markets Feel Worse Than They Are 36:08 - The Southpark Market 40:09 - Why You Should Be Buying the Crash 42:07 - What Everyone Knows... 44:12 - Nothing Stays Static 47:03 - The Hard Part of Investing ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/ylJqaK248pk ------- Watch our previous show, "What To Do After You Inherit Money," https://youtube.com/live/PfgdqYStb70 ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Back Above 200-DMA?" is here: https://youtu.be/_JrTG3hB_co ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "S&P 500 Outlook: The 8.2% Rally & What Comes Next." https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/sp-500-outlook-the-8-2-rally-what-comes-next/ "Oil Shock: Will The Fed Intervene" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/oil-shock-will-the-fed-intervene-part-2/ "The South Park Investment Curse" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/lets-knock-on-wood/ ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #SP500 #StockMarket #Investing #TechnicalAnalysis #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #FinancialMarkets

Markets surged 8.2% last week, reclaiming the critical 200-day moving average within the key 4-week window—historically a positive signal for forward returns. Even more notable, the S&P 500 pushed back above the 50- and 20-DMAs, clearing major resistance levels in a powerful technical reversal. But this morning brings new uncertainty. Geopolitical tensions are rising as the U.S. Navy announces a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following a failed cease-fire, with futures pointing modestly lower. After an extended rally—especially in Technology—markets may be due for a near-term pullback. The key question now: can markets consolidate above the 200-DMA and hold recent gains? If so, the bullish case strengthens. If not, this could turn into another failed breakout. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/_JrTG3hB_co --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #SP500 #StockMarket #Investing #TechnicalAnalysis #MarketOutlook

Receiving an inheritance can be life-changing—but without a clear plan, it can also lead to costly mistakes. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty walk through the critical steps to take after inheriting money, from protecting the assets and understanding tax implications to building a long-term financial strategy. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Smarties Candies & Holographic Tombstones 3:21 - Baby Boomers, Inheritances, & Great Wealth Transfer 5:31 - Planning for an Inheritance 8:03 - The Stress of Care-giving 12:59 - What to Do with the Money 15:38 - Tax Implications for Inheritance Money 18:44 - Funding the Financial Security Cushion 20:07 - Paying off Debt & Using Credit Cards Wisely 22:23 - Implementation of Financial Plan 25:12 - Fallacies w Inherited Stock 26:26 - Testamentary Trusts 30:40 - Movie Stars' Poor Estate Plans 31:40 Candid Coffee Teaser 33:22 - The Emotional Impact of Inheritance Money 35:11 - Elvis' Estate Plan 37:06 - Leaving Behind as Little as Possible 38:40 - Dealing with all the Schtuff 41:26 - Generational Financial Insecurity 42:45 - How We Grew Up vs Now 45:01 - Lithographs & Gunsmoke 46:38 - Pintos & Car Colors ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/PfgdqYStb70 ------- Watch our previous show, "US–Iran Deal: What Investors Must Watch Next," https://youtube.com/live/1GbqGflIK4A ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "2Oil vs Markets: The Ceasefire Test" is here: https://youtu.be/ktGa-pbc3ps ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #InheritancePlanning #WealthManagement #FinancialPlanning #EstatePlanning #Investing

Markets are reacting fast to signs of a potential resolution between the U.S. and Iran—but what should investors actually focus on next? A ceasefire or diplomatic breakthrough can spark a powerful short-term rally, driven by falling oil prices, easing geopolitical risk, and improved sentiment. But history shows these moves are often just the beginning—not the end—of the real story. Jon Penn & Michael Lebowitz break down the key signals investors need to watch as the situation evolves. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 1:06 - How Durable Will Iran Cease-Fire Be? 8:50 - How We've Reduced Risk 13:34 - Leaving Enough Meat on the Bone 15:40 - What Happens After Resolution? 19:43 - Guidance Will Matter More Than Earnings 20:58 - Cease-fire & Sentiment 24:34 - Who Do You Trust? 28:48 - Buy When Stocks Are Cheap 34:37 - Is Apple the Next Google? 40:53 - Getting Caught Up in the AI Race ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/1GbqGflIK4A ------- Watch our previous show, "Starter Home vs Renting: The Real Money Decisions," https://youtube.com/live/Iro2CW91YdM ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "2Oil vs Markets: The Ceasefire Test" is here: https://youtu.be/ktGa-pbc3ps ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #OilPrices #SP500 #Investing #MarketOutlook #Geopolitics #OilPrices #Inflation #Investing

Markets are showing early signs of stabilization following a ceasefire announcement, but one key variable continues to dominate: oil prices. Before the news, oil and risk assets were moving in near-perfect opposition, signaling heightened geopolitical sensitivity. Now, markets are attempting to hold above the 200-day moving average—a critical technical level that could define the next trend. The big question: will the ceasefire hold, and will oil confirm the market's optimism? With earnings season approaching, potential buybacks ahead, and improving seasonality, the backdrop is turning more constructive—but fragile. If markets maintain support above the 200-DMA, upside participation increases. If not, risk management becomes key. For now, oil remains the signal to watch—and the durability of peace talks may determine everything that follows. Hosted by RIA Senior Financial Advisor, Jon Penn, CFP, and Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/ktGa-pbc3ps?si=RJiIjL8O0lokvLI2 --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #OilPrices #SP500 #Investing #MarketOutlook

Buying your first home, planning a wedding, managing insurance changes, and starting a career—these are the real financial decisions young adults are facing right now. Jon Penn & Danny Ratliff are "Two Dads on Money," walking through a real-life scenario: from choosing to buy instead of rent in a limited market. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 0:51 - Markets Respond to Iran Ceasefire 8:57 - Money Talks w Kids Young & Older 12:26 - Home Purchase Blues - Rent vs Buy? 17:37 - Mistakes w Houses in the Past 19:49 - Have the Money Conversation w Kids 23:27 - 1st Jobs & Pay Yourself First 26:09 - The Value of Dollars & Time - Save-Share-Spend 28:36 - Device Control & Watching Stocks 30:42 - Setting Spending Thresholds 33:19 - What the Most Successful Families Do - Kids & Cars 37:52 - How You Know When It's Time to Replace a Vehicle 42:34 - How to Stand out - Hand-written Notes 46:28 - Having a Realistic Financial Plan ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/Iro2CW91YdM ------- Watch our previous show, "AI Advertising Explained: How Brands Win Inside ChatGPT," https://youtube.com/live/AufKaBCT8uU?feature=share ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "2Ceasefire Rally: Breakout or Trap?" is here: https://youtu.be/HWJR7qbcEP8 ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #RentVsBuy #PersonalFinance #FinancialPlanning #MoneyInYour20s

Markets are surging on news of a two-week ceasefire in Iran—but is this the start of a sustained rally or just another short-term bounce? With markets previously oversold and put activity at extreme levels, conditions were already in place for a reflexive move higher. Now, the ceasefire may be the catalyst pushing the S&P 500 back above the critical 200-day moving average. But here's the catch: markets don't usually bottom on good news. Hosted by RIA Senior Financial Advisors, Danny Ratliff, CFP, and Jon Penn, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/HWJR7qbcEP8 --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #SP500 #MarketRally #Investing #OilPrices

AI is changing how consumers discover businesses, make decisions, and trust information. Lance Roberts visit with Joseph Levi, Co-founder & CEO of Noise Media, about how advertising inside AI platforms like ChatGPT could reshape marketing, SEO, and brand building. Lance and Joseph explore whether businesses can influence AI-generated answers, the difference between the best answer and a paid answer, and why trust and accuracy are becoming the most valuable currencies in the AI era. From niche positioning to content strategy, we explain what actually works and what doesn't when trying to show up in AI-driven results. We also discuss the shift from traditional search engines to AI assistants, how small businesses can adapt, and the biggest marketing mistakes to avoid. Plus, we dive into the rise of AI agents, monetization strategies, and the competitive landscape between leading AI platforms. Key topics include: 0:00 - INTRO 1:21 - What is Noise Media, GEO (Generative Optimization) 2:28 - Advertising within ChatGPT - Importance of appearing in answers 3:51 - The best answer vs the paid answer 5:53 - Having Faith in the Quality of the Information (You cannot "trick the system;") 6:21 - Two scenarios - specific query, generic query 9:10 - Building a Brand with AI - content is king 10:48 - The Shift in Consumer Discovery 11:27 - The Next Big Player? 13:13 - Where is the starting point? 14:40 - What's the best length of content 16:45 - Will AI Neutralize the challenge of SEO strategies & changing algorithms 19:00 - The Fear of AI Job Replacement 21:10 - Elements of Optimal positioning for new businesses - test and learn 24:05 - Getting ready for business - scaling up 25:14 - Utilization of AI and leverage - having a team of AI agents 27:06 - Marketing Mistakes Small Businesses Make & The Importance of Marketing 32:35 - Seeing Opportunity when New Platforms Emerge 33:49 - Vudo.AI 35:05 - A matter of trust & The Velocity of AI 36:21 - How to Monetize AI 36:51 - Who's the Best AI now - Claude vs ChatGPT Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/AufKaBCT8uU?feature=share ------- Watch our previous show, "4-6-26 AI: How To Invest in the Next Industrial Revolution - Brian Dunlap Interview" https://youtube.com/live/ckKzFqCAHHs?feature=share ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #AIAdvertising #ChatGPTMarketing #FutureOfSearch #DigitalMarketingStrategy #AIForBusiness

AI is not hype — it is the most consequential economic shift since the Industrial Revolution, and it is rewriting the investment playbook. Lance Roberts and special guest, Blackrock's Brian Dunlap, break down the full AI and tech stock story: how we got here, where the money is flowing, and what investors need to know right now. From the infrastructure build-out and enterprise adoption to physical AI, robotics, and autonomous vehicles, we walk through the entire investment cycle — including the IDGT and BAI ETFs, the hyperscalers driving capex, and why data centers are the revenue-generating factories of the AI era. (More information may be seen at iShares.com). We also tackle the hard questions: Is this a boom or a bubble? Are debt concerns valid? What is circular financing, and how does it affect long-term sustainability? And what does the road ahead look like as we approach the critical inflection point from training to inference? If you want the full picture on AI investing — the macro forces, the key players, and a framework for positioning your portfolio — this is the episode. 00:00 INTRO 2:09 - The AI/Tech Stock Story 3:58 - How We Got Here & The Impact of AI 7:42 - AI will become a piece of National Security 9:32 - AI is the next Industrial Revolution 10:47 - A Fundamental Shift in the Employment Landscape 12:11 - The Net Result of AI Expenditures 14:02 - What Does the Future of AI Look Like? 14:44 - The Adoption Cycle 16:14 - We're in the infrastructure Build phase; Enterprise Adoption - tokenization 18:05 - Revenue Opportunities Physical AI - Robots & autonomous vehicles 20:00 - Investing in the Cycles (IDGT etf) (BAI etf) 21:48 - Timing of the Buildouts - what's the useful life? 23:15 - Moving towards an inflection point in AI - building to training/inference Datacenters in space? 26:09 - The AI Investment Thesis - datacenters are factories producing revenue 27:56 - Who are the hyperscalers 29:46 - Are Debt Concerns Valid? 32:09 - Who are funding sources - Boom vs Bubble? 35:07 - Demand for AI has done nothing but accelerate 36:00 - The issue of circular financing... 39:05 - The Trajectory of Revenue Growth in AI 42:33 - How Long Before AI Puts us Out of a Job? Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Brian Dunlap, Director, Blackrock Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/ckKzFqCAHHs --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #AIStocks #TechInvesting #ArtificialIntelligence #StockMarket #AIInfrastructure #Blackrock #IDGT #BAI #ETF

Most retirement plans focus on savings and returns—but that's not what truly puts retirement at risk. Richard Rosso, Sarah Buenger, & Jonathan McCarty commiserate on the annual chore of paying taxes...but, provide helpful guidance in planning so that your tax bite might be lessened. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Sarah Buenger, CFP, and Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan McCarty, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - If Rich & Sarah Were on Gilligan's Island 1:05 - The Fine Line Between Tax Prep & Tax Advice 4:32 - More Extensions Does Not Mean Paying Later 6:48 - The Rothification of America 9:02 - Tax Planning & Year-round Engagement 10:46 - Importance of Being Tax-flexible 13:15 - Beware the Dreaded Tax Torpedo 16:10 - The Taxes Chainsaw Massacre 23:09 - Easter Candy Inflation ------ Register for our next Candid Coffee, 4/18/26: https://streamyard.com/watch/qBfU28XDus8N ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/Bbl15fp3VtY?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #RetirementPlanning #RetirementRisks #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #Investing

Markets are hitting a critical inflection point—and the stakes are rising fast. A major policy speech from Donald Trump sparked volatility, just as markets tested a key cluster of technical resistance. Now investors are facing a bigger question: is the market environment shifting from a short-term rally to something more structural? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down: Why elevated oil prices could reignite inflation and complicate the Fed's next move Whether the Federal Reserve is walking into a policy trap between inflation and slowing growth What matters more right now: GDP or inflation—and why the answer could surprise you Early warning signs from Nike earnings and forward estimates Why foreign investors may be selling U.S. Treasuries—and what that means for yields and markets The growing debate around fiat currency, private credit stress, and systemic risk How to interpret market narratives and avoid being "sold" the wrong story We also discuss portfolio positioning in a volatile environment, why avoiding emotional reactions is critical, and how to think through multiple market outcomes from both optimistic and pessimistic perspectives. This is a must-watch breakdown for investors navigating rising uncertainty across inflation, interest rates, and global capital flows. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:14 - Trump Address Roils Markets 7:16 - Markets Test Cluster of Resistance 13:00 - Two Moms' Recap 14:16 - Higher Oil Prices' Impact on Economy 16:15 - Markets Looking for Impact on Forward Earnings 18:18 - Avoid Volatility 19:37 - Between AI & Wife, Lance can Quit 20:09 - Elevated Oil Prices, Inflationary Impact - What's the Fed's Move? 22:05 - What Matters More: GDP or Inflation? 26:08 - Chat Etiquette 27:03 - Is the Fed Set Up for a Potential Trap? 28:49 - Nike Earnings & Forward Estimates 30:09 - Is Market Tone Shifting - Why Foreigners are Selling Treasuries Now 35:30 - The Death of Fiat Currency 38:26 - Consider All Perspectives (What are they trying to sell you?) 40:22 - Private Credit Gating - Pessimists vs Optimists ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," TODAY, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/p-Abp5gxKSc ------- Watch our previous show, "Wives Take Over: Money, Marriage, and Real Talk," https://youtube.com/live/wTSSjezC_jI ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "200-DMA Rejection: Bounce or Breakdown?" is here: https://youtu.be/SbKpg_TCsdY ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketUpdate #TechnicalAnalysis #InvestingStrategy #SP500 #FederalReserve #Inflation #StockMarket #InterestRates #Investing

Markets delivered the expected oversold bounce earlier this week, but momentum stalled right at a key technical level—the 20-DMA just beneath the 200-DMA. Now, with futures pointing lower following comments over night from President Donald Trump, the market faces its first real test after the recent rally attempt. Was that rally just a reflex bounce, or the start of something more sustainable? In this pre-market update, we break down the two critical paths forward: a deeper correction with a break of recent lows, or a more constructive setup where markets establish a higher low and rebuild toward a move above the 200-DMA. Failures at major resistance levels are common—but what happens next is what matters most. We'll also discuss what to watch over the next few sessions, including momentum signals, relative strength, and the importance of staying unbiased in volatile conditions. If you took profits into the recent rally, you're positioned well. Now it's time to let the market reveal its next move—and react accordingly. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/SbKpg_TCsdY --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketUpdate #TechnicalAnalysis #InvestingStrategy #SP500

What happens when the wives take over the show? For this special April Fool's Day edition of #TheRealInvestmentShow, the tables are turned as Michelle Ratliff & Christina Roberts step in to answer the questions investors never hear. From what Lance and Danny would really be doing outside of wealth management, to what happens if they suddenly win the lottery, we blend humor with surprisingly real financial insight. We also dig into the realities of managing money at home: Where couples disagree about finances Where financial values actually align How to teach kids a healthy relationship with money Plus, a hilarious (and relatable) breakdown of "Girl Math" and even "Boy Math" that might sound ridiculous… until you realize you've done it too. Hosted by Hosted by Michelle Ratliff & Christina Roberts Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:58 - Michelle Ratliff & Christina Roberts 2:52 - Three Things About Danny Ratliff 4:16 - Three Things About Lance Roberts 7:44 - What If...? 10:33 - If they won the Lottery... 14:21 - Money Alignments & Mis-alignments 17:26 - Things We Didn't Discuss w Our Kids (but should have) 19:32 - Kids & Bills, & Amazon Culture 29:37 - Travails of Buying a Car 31:25 - The Blow-up Dinosaurs 34:07 - Lance's Diet & Sourdough Bread 36:47 - Online Grocery Shopping 39:31 - Girl Math & Boy Math 44:02 - Pet Stories - Gunner & Sniper, Capone & Ruby ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/wTSSjezC_jI ------- Watch our previous show, "Subprime Crisis 2.0? Private Credit Risks Explained," https://youtube.com/live/3vdXmMNXyV0 ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Oversold Bounce or Bigger Breakdown?" is here: https://youtu.be/GDORUHxf4dM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PersonalFinance #MoneyAndMarriage #FinancialPlanning #AprilFools #InvestingBasics

A major shift is happening in how younger investors approach the markets—and it may be the most important risk investors are ignoring. From AI-driven investing decisions to social media influencers shaping financial behavior, markets are increasingly influenced by speculation, speed, and hype. At the same time, the rise of options trading, crypto, and leveraged products is blurring the line between investing and gambling. Lance Roberts & Jon Penn break down: Why Gen Z is turning to AI and social media for investment advice The growing influence of financial influencers and crypto platforms The risks behind options trading, 0DTE strategies, and leverage Whether markets are becoming "gamified" and what that means for long-term investors How to separate real investing from speculation Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:04 - End of Quarter & Straits of Hormuz 3:00 - Good News - Bad News About April 7:20 - Markets Set up for Reflexive Rally 12:21 - Two Dads on Money & Eating Late 15:10 - Gen-Z Investing w Social Media Influencers - Who Should You Trust? 17:52 - The Social Media Influence Game 20:38 - A Matter of Trust 22:22 - The Allure of Social Media Influencers 25:15 - Shortened Attention Spans & Hold Times 29:34 - Investing out of Every Paycheck 31:32 - The Restaurant Study 36:16 - Tips on Tipping & Mandatory Table Waiting 40:31 - Will AI Decimate Job Market? ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/kPSqeDcm08k ------- Watch our previous show, "Subprime Crisis 2.0? Private Credit Risks Explained," https://youtube.com/live/3vdXmMNXyV0 ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Oversold Bounce or Bigger Breakdown?" is here: https://youtu.be/GDORUHxf4dM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #SP500 #MarketVolatility #InvestingVsGambling #StockMarket #GenZInvesting #OptionsTrading #CryptoRisk

Markets opened higher Monday but faded into another selloff as end-of-quarter rebalancing continues to drive volatility. With roughly $65 billion in portfolio adjustments underway, much of the recent price action is technical—not fundamental. Oversold conditions are building across the board. Momentum, relative strength, and sentiment all suggest the market is primed for a reflexive rally, with bonds already seeing buying interest and yields easing slightly. But beneath the surface, a bigger issue is emerging. While prices have declined, forward earnings estimates have not adjusted lower. If economic growth slows—especially with elevated energy prices—earnings expectations may need to reset. That could put additional pressure on valuations, even after the recent 8% pullback. The clock is ticking. Markets are testing the 200-day moving average from below, and historically, failure to reclaim that level within a short window increases the risk of a deeper correction. A short-term bounce is likely—but investors should consider using strength near the 6,500–6,600 range to rebalance portfolios and reduce risk. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/GDORUHxf4dM --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #SP500 #MarketVolatility

Lance Roberts breaks down the growing stress in private credit markets, rising default risks, and the recent wave of gated withdrawals across major funds. With comparisons to the 2008 financial crisis gaining traction, investors are asking a critical question: are we facing Subprime Crisis 2.0? We examine what made the 2008 collapse so catastrophic—leverage, derivatives, and systemic contagion—and compare it to today's private credit landscape. While defaults are rising and liquidity concerns are real, the structure of private credit is fundamentally different. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:50 - High Oil Prices are the Cure for High Oil Prices 5:54 - Markets' Extended Losing Streak Setting up for Bounce 12:21 - Private Credit vs Subprime - Gating Defined 21:03 - Estimated Impact of Private Credit on GDP 23:22 - Fiat Currencies in a Death Spiral? 27:17 - Why Foreign Central Banks Hold Dollar Reserves 30:39 - Why Would China Back the Renminbi w Gold? 34:21 - Why Treasury Auctions fo "Soft" 39:27 - With What Would Reserve Currencies be Replaced? 43:07 - The Context of Money & How Economies Work 46:23 - Commentary: Current Market Conditions ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/3vdXmMNXyV0 ------- Watch our previous show, "How to Beat the 4 Biggest Retirement Risks," https://youtube.com/live/1V4lwzyKDjg ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Sell the Bounce Before the Next Drop," is here: https://youtu.be/68dbmAqKiGM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketCorrection #InvestingStrategy #EnergyStocks #RiskManagement #PrivateCredit #FinancialCrisis #MarketRisk #Investing #CreditMarkets

Markets are down roughly 7% from their peak and under sustained pressure, with five consecutive weeks of negative returns—an unusually extended stretch that historically signals a near-term inflection point. Oversold conditions, weak momentum, and deeply negative money flows suggest a reflexive bounce is likely in the coming days. But investors should be cautious. This is not the end of the correction cycle. Lance Roberts breaks down why any near-term rally should be used to rebalance risk—not chase upside. With geopolitical catalysts like Iran tensions and oil price volatility acting as potential triggers, a sharp bounce could emerge quickly. However, that strength should be sold into as part of a disciplined portfolio strategy. We also examine the extreme deviation in energy stocks, where valuations—such as Exxon relative to Nvidia—have become stretched. Historically, these moves mean-revert, often sharply. If you're overweight energy, this may be the window to take profits and reduce exposure. Additionally, we discuss seasonal risks tied to midterm election cycles, where Q2 has historically been the weakest period for markets, suggesting further downside risk into the April–June timeframe. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/68dbmAqKiGM --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketCorrection #InvestingStrategy #EnergyStocks #RiskManagement

Most retirement plans focus on savings and returns—but that's not what truly puts retirement at risk. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty break down the four biggest threats retirees face: longevity, inflation, market volatility, and emotional decision-making, and more importantly, how to navigate them. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:18 - Rich's Dreams 2:03 - Dynamic Learning Series 3:02 - Easter Candy Inflation & Post-Covid Behaviors 7:31 - Panoramic Sugar Eggs & Peeps 11:08 - The Emotional Effects of Retirement 15:04 - Sequence of Return Risks 16:08 - Social Security & Longevity 19:16 - Market Volatility is Not Your Friend in Retirement 24:12 - Benefits of Working PT in Retirement 30:14 - Maintaining Standard of Living in Retirement 35:07 - Maintaining a Cash Well: HECM & Policy Loans 36:39 - Emotional Decision-making in Retirement 40:38 - The Retirement Risk Zone 42:29 - Handle Larger Expenditures & Debt Before Retirement 46:10 - Life in the "Fat Years" 47:13 - Chuck Norris & Quality of Life in Retirement ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/1V4lwzyKDjg ------- Watch our previous show, "Will AI Trigger the Next Great Depression?" https://youtube.com/live/l6FM6v7SWTI ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "MMarkets Breakdown or Bounce?" is here: https://youtu.be/PM1R1i-J384 ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #RetirementPlanning #RetirementRisks #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #Investing

Will artificial intelligence spark the next economic boom—or trigger a crisis rivaling the Great Depression? A growing debate on Wall Street is emerging after research scenarios like the "Global Intelligence Crisis" raised concerns about a potential AI-driven economic shock. The core question is simple but critical: Will AI create unprecedented productivity and prosperity, or will it displace jobs faster than the economy can adapt? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down both sides. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:58 - Why Risk Management is More Important Now than Ever 5:45 - Economic Data Showing Improvement 7:25 - Markets Continue to Challenge 200-DMA 11:13 - Portfolio Risk Sizing 14:35 - What is Beta? 18:49 - Why Investors Underperform Markets 20:21 - All We Really Have is a Rear View Mirror 22:03 - The Information Over-load Trap 23:48 - How to Take Risk Off the Table 26:41 - When the War in Iran Ends 28:39 - Will AI Trigger the Next Depression? 32:16 - The Global Intelligence Crisis 34:53 - The Rate at Which the Economic can Adapt to Change 37:15 - The Walmart Expansion Story 39:49 - How Fast & How Destructive 41:31 - What New Industry Did Not Exist pre-2005? 43:47 - Be Careful with Narratives ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/l6FM6v7SWTI ------- Watch our previous show, "Q&A Wednesday: Markets, Money & Your Questions Answered " https://youtube.com/live/ZNcU4j7XBPE ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "MMarkets Breakdown or Bounce?" is here: https://youtu.be/PM1R1i-J384 ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500 #MarketOutlook #TradingStrategy #ArtificialIntelligence #StockMarket #EconomicOutlook #AIImpact #RecessionRisk

Markets are testing the 200-DMA from below, a key resistance level. Failure to break above could increase downside pressure, but end-of-quarter rebalancing (~$62B in buying) may provide near-term support. Momentum is oversold, with relative strength starting to improve. A confirmed buy signal and positive divergence could drive a move toward 6,700, with resistance at the 20-DMA. Stay patient—markets can remain oversold, but improving technicals suggest potential for a recovery into early summer. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/PM1R1i-J384 --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #TechnicalAnalysis #SP500 #MarketOutlook #TradingStrategy

Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff answer your biggest questions about the markets, investing, and personal finance in today's rapidly changing economic environment. From stock market volatility and interest rates to long-term investing strategies and risk management, nothing is off limits. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced investor, this session is built around what you want to know right now. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:13 - Market Performance w War in Iran 3:49 - Private Credit Firms Gating Investors 6:47 - Over Sold Markets Setting Up for Reflexive Rally 9:18 - Energy Stocks Due for Correction 13:00 - What Should Investors Do Now? (Wait.) 15:39 - How to Invest $500k 19:53 - What's the Max % to Place in a Position? 25:39 - Non-U.S. Stocks in Portfolios? (No) 27:06 - Selling Long-duration Treasuries 30:22 - All About Target Date Funds 35:18 - Long Term Care, Insurance, & Annuities 38:03 - Why Technicals are Important: Buying Dell 41:56 - Insider Trading? 42:54 - How to Adjust Risk Management 44:16 - Don't Let Taxes Drive Investment Strategy ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/ZNcU4j7XBPE ------- Watch our previous show, "Asset Allocation, Benchmarks, and High-Yield Debt Traps" https://youtube.com/live/rkNXUn87QUc?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "The 200-DMA Just Broke: What Every Investor Should Know" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-200-dma-just-broke-what-every-investor-should-know/ "The Dollar's Plumbing: Conspiracy Vs. Data" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-dollars-plumbing-conspiracy-vs-data/ "CDX: Credit Spreads Are Flashing A Warning" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/cdx-credit-spreads-are-flashing-a-warning/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Poised for Oversold Bounce," is here: https://youtu.be/WzVA3AY7a9w?si=ss_7ulgoGhZ7e1ZR ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Premarket #Trading #OilPrices #Investing #Investing #StockMarket #MoneyTalk #FinancialFreedom #MarketNews

Markets enter the pre-market deeply oversold, with sentiment turning increasingly negative—conditions that often lead to a short-term reflex rally. Investors are looking for a catalyst, and even minor geopolitical headlines could spark buying pressure. Key technical levels are in focus today, including the 200-day moving average and a major resistance zone between 6,700 and 6,800, where the 20-, 50-, and 100-day moving averages converge. This area is packed with trapped longs and heavy volume, suggesting any rally into this range could face selling pressure. Volume has been declining, pointing to a short-term washout that supports a bounce scenario—but not necessarily a sustained breakout. Strength into resistance should be used to rebalance risk rather than chase upside. In commodities, WTI crude is set to open sharply lower after its recent spike. Any easing in Iran-related tensions could push oil prices back toward the mid-$70s, creating downside pressure for energy stocks that are currently stretched relative to earnings. Stay focused on key levels and disciplined with risk—this setup offers opportunity, but also the potential for a failed rally. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/WzVA3AY7a9w?si=ss_7ulgoGhZ7e1ZR --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Premarket #Trading #OilPrices #Investing

Lance Roberts and Jon Penn tackle the most pressing portfolio questions investors and retirees are asking right now: Challenge the assumption that older investors should automatically shift to ultra-conservative allocations Whether every account in a multi-account household needs the same investment strategy why Roth IRAs may warrant a more aggressive growth posture How much weight each equity position should carry, and how many stocks is too many Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:13 - Market Follow-up: What We Did 4:24 - Geopolitical Concerns Taint Earnings Estimates 6:54 - Market Performance Summary 10:54 - Concerns Over Iran, Oil, & Market Performance 13:14 - Confusion About Portfolio Positioning Now 15:13 - Three Legs of a Stable Portfolio 18:25 - In Times of Heightened Uncertainty... 22:01 - Do Not Speculate in Your Roth IRA 25:53 - How Many Stocks in a Portfolio? 30:08 - SMA's vs Tracking the S&P 31:50 - Missing 10-Best Days vs 10-Worst Days 34:47 - Why You Cannot Beat the Benchmark Index 36:34 - Looking at Portfolio Performance 40:05 - Separating Emotion from Reality 42:26 - Beware "Variable Preferred" 47:38 - Risk is How Much Money You Lose... ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/rkNXUn87QUc?feature=share ------- Watch our previous show, "200-DMA Broken – Bear Market or Buy Signal?" https://youtube.com/live/VlxdVnhyKR4?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "The 200-DMA Just Broke: What Every Investor Should Know" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-200-dma-just-broke-what-every-investor-should-know/ "The Dollar's Plumbing: Conspiracy Vs. Data" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-dollars-plumbing-conspiracy-vs-data/ "CDX: Credit Spreads Are Flashing A Warning" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/cdx-credit-spreads-are-flashing-a-warning/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Stall - Why We're Raising Cash is here: https://youtu.be/EPniBHKjggQ ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #200DMA #MarketAnalysis #TechnicalAnalysis

Markets opened Monday above the 200-day moving average but failed to hold — and that failure matters. We break down why we're reducing market exposure by raising cash, what the cluster of trapped longs means for any rally attempt, and why the 20-, 50-, and 100-DMA are all stacking up as overhead resistance. This is not a crash call. It is a disciplined risk management move while the market works through a technically compromised structure. Until price reclaims the 200-DMA on a sustained basis, we are advising caution. Watch to understand the full picture before the opening bell. Key topics covered: 200-DMA breakdown and what it signals, resistance from trapped long positions, the 20-DMA sitting well below the 50- and 100-DMA, the 50-DMA beginning to roll over, and why rallies face selling pressure in the current environment. Stay informed, stay disciplined, and manage risk first. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/EPniBHKjggQ --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #200DMA #MarketAnalysis #TechnicalAnalysis

The S&P 500 just broke its 200-day moving average. Is this a bear market signal or a historic buying opportunity? The answer depends on a clear set of warning indicators – and right now, only two of six are flashing red. Lance Roberts comments in real-time as news of a delay in miliary strikes on Iran power stations affects pre-market action. Lance also breaks down every 200-DMA break since 2000, separating the seven sustained crashes from the five whipsaw recoveries. The data gap is stark: average 12-month return after a sustained break is -4.0%, versus +19.8% after a brief one. We walk through the six-factor scorecard and tell you exactly where today's break stands. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:14 - Market Volatility & End of Quarter 4:20 - Claude.AI & Tokens 6:42 - Houston Meteor 7:25 - Markets Break 200-DMA 13:54 - How Markets Work with Catalysts 18:50 - When markets Break the 200-DMA 25:13 - Paying Attention to Sentiment 27:26 - How to Differentiate between Brief vs Sustained Breaks 31:08 - What to do Next 34:18 - Why CDX Spreads Matter 39:44 - Dollar Plumbing, Gold, & Central Banks ------- Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/VlxdVnhyKR4?feature=share ------- Watch our previous show, "Tax Strategies That Actually Save You Money," https://youtube.com/live/IvotNMC_fgk ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "The 200-DMA Just Broke: What Every Investor Should Know" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-200-dma-just-broke-what-every-investor-should-know/ "The Dollar's Plumbing: Conspiracy Vs. Data" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/the-dollars-plumbing-conspiracy-vs-data/ "CDX: Credit Spreads Are Flashing A Warning" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/cdx-credit-spreads-are-flashing-a-warning/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Trump-Iran News Reverses Futures" is here: https://youtu.be/9qem93AR4jI ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #200DMA #MarketAnalysis #TradingAlerts #SP500 #StockMarket #InvestingStrategy #BearMarket #TechnicalAnalysis

Markets confirmed a break below the 200-Day Moving Average on Friday — amplified by Options Expiration Day selling. Then a single headline changed everything. During this live pre-market update, news broke that President Trump was postponing military strikes on Iranian power plants — instantly reversing market futures and setting up a significant bounce at the open. This is exactly why knee-jerk reactions can destroy your trading account. One headline. One move. Markets potentially back above the 200-DMA. Stay disciplined. Stay informed. Watch before the open. Subscribe for daily pre-market analysis, technical breakdowns, and real-time market updates designed for serious investors and active traders. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9qem93AR4jI --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #200DMA #MarketAnalysis #TradingAlerts

Most people think about taxes once a year. Smart investors think about them every year. Richard Rosso & Sarah Buenger break down the critical difference between tax preparation and true tax planning, and why that distinction could be worth thousands of dollars to your portfolio over time. We'll walk through real-world anonymous case studies from our client work, including how we helped one client sell nearly half of a concentrated stock position while staying entirely within the 0% capital gains bracket. We also cover Roth conversion timing, IRMAA bracket management, tax-efficient withdrawal sequencing, portfolio migration strategies, and proactive planning for stock options and restricted stock. Whether you are accumulating wealth or drawing it down, understanding how these levers work together is what separates a good financial plan from a great one. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Sarah Buenger, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Gilligan's Island & Taxes 2:27 - Market Commentary & Sentiment Survey 3:11 - The Fine Line Between Tax Prep vs Tax Planning 8:35 - Impact of OBBB & Rothification 10:17 - Avoid Tax Myopia 12:07 - Dealing with the Tax Torpedo 12:31 - Being Tax Flexible 14:11 - Your Tax Return is a Diagnostic Tool 17:16 - Widowed Survivors Paying Higher Taxes - Taxes are Barnacles 20:13 - The Tax System is Broken 23:07 - Stock Concentrations & Long Term Gains 25:13 - Trust Distributions & Capital Gains 26:40 Tax Brackets for Trusts 28:01 - Myriad Capital Gains Tax Rates 34:06 - Becoming IRMAA-centric 36:46 - Asset Location Strategies for Taxes 38:38 - The Mistake of "Silo-ing" Tax Advisors and Financial Advisors 41:15 - Why Avoid Gains to Avoid Taxes?? 42:58 - Why Not Take Losses Each Year? ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/IvotNMC_fgk ------- Watch our previous show, "Will The Fed Backstop Exuberance Again?," https://youtube.com/live/IbKkqWayKu8 ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Private Credit Stress: Will The Fed Backstop Exuberance Again?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/private-credit-stress-will-the-fed-backstop-excuberance-again/ "USD Stable Coins And The Rebasement Of The US Dollar" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/usd-stable-coins-and-the-rebasement-of-the-us-dollar/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Flail as Rate Cut Hopes Fail" is here: https://youtu.be/IOumOUnLKpM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #TaxPlanning #WealthManagement #RetirementStrategy #CapitalGains #RothConversion

Hot inflation data sent markets lower Wednesday, killing expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2024 and leaving the Fed firmly on hold. Now markets are testing the critical 200-day moving average (200-DMA) — a level that has provided support for 214 consecutive days. Before you make any moves, here is what you need to know: Markets have worked off a significant portion of their overbought condition, but are not yet in oversold territory. A break of the 200-DMA alone is NOT a sell signal. Watch for a failed rally back to the 200-DMA — that is your true warning. We are in a correction, not a collapse. Corrections happen every year. Markets recover. Begin identifying capital to deploy when the real opportunity presents itself — we are not there yet. Oil prices remain near $100 but price momentum is starting to weaken. Volatility is rising and deserves close attention given the Fed's posture and ongoing inflation pressure. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/IOumOUnLKpM --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarketToday #PortfolioRebalancing #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy

Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down the most pressing financial topics shaping markets and personal finance decisions right now. We open with an analysis of current selling pressure and what it signals for equity markets, then dive deep into why credit spreads deserve your attention as a leading indicator of risk. We make the case for why waiting for S&P 6,900 could cost you opportunity, and offer a teaser on the growing private credit space. From there, we tackle real estate investment trusts and AG&C — examining whether current valuations finally make them worth buying. We discuss disciplined profit-taking strategies, the relationship between oil prices and airline ticket costs, and identify which companies are most likely to mishandle AI implementation and what that means for investors. On the retirement and income planning side, we cover home equity conversion mortgages and reverse mortgages, annuities with long-term care riders, and whether private equity offerings inside 401(k) plans make sense for individual investors. We also examine target date funds and how they fit into a broader retirement strategy. We round out the episode with a discussion of GDP calculation methodology, asset tokenization and stablecoins, hedging techniques for isolating individual stock exposure, and key lessons from William Bernstein's philosophy on knowing when to stop taking risk. We close with a framework for balancing active versus passive investing, risk management principles, and a look at the three high-quality stocks Charlie Munger consistently championed. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:59 - Selling Pressure Remains 2:57 - Pay Attention to Credit Spreads 5:21 - Don't Wait for 6,900 11:46 - Private Credit Teaser 13:07 - Thoughts on REIT's & AG&C: Is it Time to Buy? 15:12 - What is Your Method for Taking Profits? 19:15 - The Price of Oil & Airline Tickets 22:49 - Which Companies Will Screw Up AI Implementation? 26:42 - Home Equity Conversions - Reverse Mortgages 29:59 - Annuities w LTC Riders 31:29 - How is GDP Calculated? 32:40 - Asset Tokenization & StableCoin 34:36 - Isolating Stocks by Hedging 35:35 - William Bernstein - Quit Playing 38:52 - Active vs Passive Investing & Risk Management 42:42 - Charlie Munger's 3 High-quality Stocks 46:28 - Are Target Date Funds a Good Option? 47:17 - Private Equity Offerings in 401k? ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: ------- Watch our previous show, "Fixing Your Broken Emergency Fund," https://youtube.com/live/3x6MbhEYpcU?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Private Credit Stress: Will The Fed Backstop Exuberance Again?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/private-credit-stress-will-the-fed-backstop-excuberance-again/ "USD Stable Coins And The Rebasement Of The US Dollar" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/usd-stable-coins-and-the-rebasement-of-the-us-dollar/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Rebalance Now Before the Rally Fades" is here: https://youtu.be/yAmYkDUWWW4 ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarketToday #PortfolioRebalancing #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #InvestingStrategy #RetirementPlanning #MarketOutlook #PersonalFinance #WealthManagement

Markets are pointing toward 6,800 this morning as momentum and relative strength improve. The reflexive rally we called last week is taking shape — and that creates a rebalancing opportunity, not a reason to chase. Don't wait for 6,900. Pick the neighborhood, not the house. Use the resistance zone around 6,800–6,900 as your selling area. Peak-to-trough has been roughly 5%; if your portfolio dropped more than that, you're carrying too much risk. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/yAmYkDUWWW4 --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarketToday #PortfolioRebalancing #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy

Is your financial plan built to survive a market crash — or a $5,000 emergency? Lance Roberts & Jon Penn break down what retirees and younger workers both need to know about protecting their money when the economy sends mixed signals. Whether you're protecting a nest egg or just starting to build one, this episode gives you a practical framework for financial resilience — no matter what the market does next. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:58 - Q4 GDP Weaker Than Expected: Implications 5:38 - Markets Bounce off 200-DMA 11:04 - Achieving Financial Independence - How You Know You've Made It 14:46 - Retirement Accounts' Intended Use vs New Rules 17:37 - 401k Plan Access vs Participation 20:39 - The High Cost of Eating Out 22:41 - Comparative High Costs of Hamburgers 24:26 - Market Moves - Price of Admission 26:15 - Creating Financial Cushions & Structuring Savings 30:21 - T-Bills & Bonds in the Savings Mix 34:10 - Volatility is Not Your Friend in Emergency Accounts 36:04 - Rice & Beans to Get Rid of Debt 37:58 - Channeling Dave Ramsey 42:00 - The Process of Getting Out of Debt 45:05 - Getting Fee'd to Death 48:27 - E-Book Tease - Ten Laws of Wealth & Money ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/3x6MbhEYpcU?feature=share ------- Watch our previous show, "Oil Shock - Markets Reprice Risk," https://youtube.com/live/pU0TuFA1CWE ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Treasury Bond Yields Don't Lie: But Wars Don't Drive Them" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/treasury-yields-dont-lie-but-wars-dont-drive-them/ "Financial Nihilism & The Trap Young Investors Are Walking Into" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/financial-nihilism-the-trap-young-investors-are-walking-into/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Market Bounces Off 200-DMA — Rally or Trap?" is here: https://youtu.be/9wZsz-bOiUY ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarketAnalysis #200DMA #MarketOutlook #TradingStrategy #PersonalFinance #RetirementPlanning #401k #EmergencyFund #FinancialResilience #DaveRamsey #FinancialNihilism

Markets Bounce Off 200-DMA — Is a Rally Building or Is This a Bull Trap? Markets tested the critical 200-Day Moving Average and bounced — but is this a real recovery or a relief rally? In today's pre-market breakdown, we cover what the charts and sentiment data are telling us right now before the opening bell. In This Video: Why record ETF short levels signal maximum market pessimism What buying volume at key price levels reveals about institutional behavior Why we're still saying: use any rally to reduce risk Oversold momentum and RSI conditions building a rally setup Why oil prices and Middle East conflict cap the upside Looming downside risks heading into Summer and the mid-term elections Bottom Line: Oversold conditions create rally potential — but this is not a moon-shot setup. Smart money is watching resistance closely. Stay ahead of the market every morning — subscribe for daily pre-market analysis and hit the notification bell so you never miss an update. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9wZsz-bOiUY --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarketAnalysis #200DMA #MarketOutlook #TradingStrategy

Oil volatility is shaking global markets after disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz triggered the largest modern oil supply shock. Crude briefly surged above $100 as geopolitical tensions escalated, sending volatility across equities, credit, and currencies. Lance Roberts discusses oil volatility, market technicals, private credit stress, and the key risks investors should be watching next. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:59 - Weekend Article Recap; Q4 GDP Revision 5:11 - Market Performance in First Half of March 8:43 - Oil Price Behaviors 12:18 - Lance's Getaway Report & Adulting is Hard 14:55 - Grooming Jon Penn & Lance's Big Surprise 16:36 - Oil Volatility & Market Impact 20:25 - Oil Volatility & Equity Volatility 23:36 -What is Sustainability of High Oil Prices? 27:24 - Three Market Scenarios 29:06 - What Happens to Valuations? 30:55 - Rick to Markets Ends w Buying Opportunity 35:12 - What War Does to Treasury Yields 40:10 - A History of Bond Yields, 1965 - 2026 43:45 - How to Think About Bonds ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/pU0TuFA1CWE ------- Watch our previous show, "The Psychology of Spending in Retirement," https://youtube.com/live/0J1dQZvIQrQ ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Oil Volatility And The Market Impact" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/crude-oil-volatility-and-the-market-impact/ "Treasury Bond Yields Don't Lie: But Wars Don't Drive Them" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/treasury-yields-dont-lie-but-wars-dont-drive-them/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Oil Spike, Oversold Markets, & The 200-DMA Test," is here: https://youtu.be/5fEaWyoafks ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #OilPrices #StockMarket #MarketVolatility #FederalReserve #Investing #SP500 #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #BondYield #IranWar

Markets are testing the 200-day moving average during a historically weak period in March. After failing at resistance, stocks are now technically oversold, which often leads to short-term reflex rallies. Rising geopolitical tensions with Iran pushed oil sharply higher, but futures markets suggest the spike may be temporary. If markets bounce, trapped investors near recent highs could sell into strength, keeping a lid on rallies. If a reflex rally develops, it may be an opportunity to rebalance portfolio risk, particularly in energy positions that have benefited from the recent oil surge. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/5fEaWyoafks --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #OilPrices #SP500 #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy

Retirement income planning isn't just about withdrawal rates, portfolio construction, or tax strategies. For many retirees, the hardest part of retirement is psychological, not mathematical. Richard Rosso & Jonathan McCarty explore the psychology behind retirement spending decisions, including why retirees frequently leave large amounts of wealth unused and how behavioral finance shapes income planning. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan McCarty, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Turmoil in Markets & The Math of Retirement 6:28 - Retirees Chronically Under-spend 9:42 - Longevity Risk & LTC 11:21 - Looking at Guardrails & Switching Lanes in Retirement 14:20 - Not much is working - doing mental accounting 17:24 - Legacy vs Consumption conflict 20:20 - Healthcare Uncertainty & Insurance 24:17 - Candid Coffee Preview 29:15 - Tax Strategies for Retirement 32:29 - Accumulation vs De-cumulation planning 34:21 - What Will You Do IN Retirement 38:45 - What % of Working-Age Income is Used in Retirement 43:05 - Johnny Cash in Nickajack Cave ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/0J1dQZvIQrQ ------- Watch our previous show, "The "Value Rotation" Illusion," https://youtube.com/live/jW9UWP7WdZY?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Technical Deterioration: Risk Management Is Key" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technical-deterioration-an-analysis-of-the-markets-next-move/ "True Value: Looking Through The Value Rotation Illusion" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/true-value-looking-through-the-value-rotation-illusion/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #RetirementPlanning #RetirementIncome #BehavioralFinance #FinancialPlanning #InvestorPsychology

The market narrative says investors are rotating out of expensive growth stocks and into cheaper value stocks. But is that actually happening? Jon Penn and Michael Lebowitz explain how today's passive investing landscape can distort traditional definitions of value and growth. ETF flows and index-driven allocations often send capital into the largest and most popular companies, regardless of valuation. Using our three-tier valuation framework—past earnings, forward earnings, and growth-adjusted valuations—we show how investors can better separate stocks that simply look cheap from those that may represent genuine value. We also discuss why traditional screens like low P/E ratios can lead investors into value traps, and how market narratives, psychology, and passive flows can create large valuation gaps across sectors and companies. Understanding the difference between perceived value and true value is critical in today's market environment. Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP, w Portfolio Manger, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - Before the Bell - Markets Making Lower Highs and Lower Lows 2:56 - Dealing with Trapped Longs 5:32 - Negative Divergences Send Warnings 7:35 - Our Strategies Now 11:26 - The Price of Oil & U.S. Dollar 13:52 - Impact of Dollar on Gold, Silver, Precious Metals 17:41 - The Momentum Chase 18:25 - $200 Crude & Futures Markets 22:15 - Crude Oil & Gasoline Futures curves 25:24 - CPI vs Core CPI & The Fed 30:32 - Jerome Powell, Kevin Warsh, & Fed Stance 33:22 - The Value Rotation Illusion 35:51 - What is Value? 38:55 - How Airlines Really Make Money 41:40 - Market Commentary & Blog posting ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/jW9UWP7WdZY ------- Watch our previous show, "Q&A Day: Technical Breakdown in the S&P 500: What Comes Next?" here: https://youtube.com/live/B2diF0UUrjs ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Technical Deterioration: Risk Management Is Key" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technical-deterioration-an-analysis-of-the-markets-next-move/ "True Value: Looking Through The Value Rotation Illusion" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/true-value-looking-through-the-value-rotation-illusion/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #ValueInvesting #StockMarket #PassiveInvesting #MarketAnalysis #InvestorEducation

Jon Penn & Devoda Owens cover key financial planning and market topics affecting investors and retirees, beginning with market commentary on the Iran campaign and geopolitical risk, and what it could mean for energy prices, inflation expectations, and market volatility. Jon & Devoda also discuss Social Security depletion projections, how investors should think about benchmarking portfolios, and the key considerations around when to claim Social Security benefits. Additional planning topics include estate planning when remarrying, insurance and long-term care strategies, preparing for healthcare inflation, and the role of life insurance and umbrella coverage in protecting assets. We examine the recent value rotation narrative in markets and preview the upcoming CPI report and its potential implications for inflation and interest rates. Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Devoda Owens, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - Introducing Devoda Owens, CFP 4:55 - Market Commentary - Iran Campaign 8:42 - Social Security Depletion & Comparing Benchmarks 14:08 - When to Take SS? 19:53 - Estate Planning and Re-marriage 27:56 - Value Rotation Illusion 31:13 - Insurance Planning & Long Term Care 37:48 - Planning for Healthcare Inflation 41:57 - Life Insurance & Umbrella Coverage 46:17 - CPI Preview ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/B2diF0UUrjs ------- Watch our previous show, "The Benefits Talk Every Business Owner Needs," here: https://youtube.com/live/p6Fp1bhtsDE ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Technical Deterioration: Risk Management Is Key" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technical-deterioration-an-analysis-of-the-markets-next-move/ "True Value: Looking Through The Value Rotation Illusion" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/true-value-looking-through-the-value-rotation-illusion/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #FinancialPlanning #SocialSecurity #RetirementPlanning #MarketOutlook #InvestmentStrategy

Consider this the money talk your Dad would have given you if he knew everything about running a business. Jon Penn and Tom Allen provide straight-talking advice, walking you through exactly how to build a benefits and retirement strategy that works for you AND your employees. No jargon. No sales pitch. Just the kind of honest, experienced advice two dads would give their own kids sitting across the kitchen table. Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP, w Retirement Plan Consultant, Tom Allen Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:21 - Two Dads & Tom's Kids 2:27 - Market Commentary - Technical Deterioration 12:14 - What to Do in Times Like These 17:00 - Benefits Planning for Business Owners 21:24 - What is the long-term vs near-term vision? 25:27 - Retirement Plan Structure 28:17 - Starting Things Off... 31:06 - How to Fix/Correct Mistakes 34:13 - Educating About Retirement Plans 38:00 - Common Employee Questions & Portability 39:03 - Compensation for Key Employees 41:16 - Dealing with 12% Healthcare Inflation 42:43 - Defining BUCA ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/p6Fp1bhtsDE ------- Watch our previous show, "Diversification Is Not Risk Management," here: https://youtube.com/live/9m5uCWh7hWw ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Technical Deterioration: Risk Management Is Key" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technical-deterioration-an-analysis-of-the-markets-next-move/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #TwoDadsOnMoney #BusinessOwnerFinance #RetirementPlanning #EmployeeBenefits #SmallBusinessWealth

Is your IRA a ticking tax time bomb? Most retirement savers don't realize that every dollar sitting in a traditional IRA will eventually be taxed — and you may have little say over when, how much, or at what rate. Danny Ratliff & Sarah Buenger break down the three critical dimensions of IRA tax planning: a proactive multi-year conversion strategy, the risks of doing nothing, and legacy planning considerations that could determine how much your heirs actually keep. Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Sarah Buenger, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:22 - Oil, Gasoline, & Market Commentary 3:51 - What Will the Fed Do Next? 6:06 - Tax Strategies & Management 7:52 - The Ticking Tax Time Bomb 10:10 - Doing Roth Conversions in a Down Market 13:02 - The IRS Uniform Lifetime Table 15:47 - No More Stretch IRA's 17:32 - Retirement Income Trough & RMD's 21:15 - Building Money Buckets 25:34 - Money for Medical Expenses 27:02 - Implications of relocating to no-income tax state 29:19 - Qualified Charitable Donations 31:51 - Dealing with RMD's & IRMAA's 34:00 - Multi-year strategies 37:54 - Estate Planning w Roth Assets ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/p6Fp1bhtsDE ------- Watch our previous show, "Diversification Is Not Risk Management," here: https://youtube.com/live/9m5uCWh7hWw -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #IRAPlanning #RothConversion #RetirementTaxStrategy #RMDPlanning #WealthTransfer

Most investors believe diversification protects them from risk. It does not. Richard Rosso breaks down what diversification actually does, what it does not do, and why confusing it with risk management can quietly damage your portfolio over time. We also tackle one of the most overlooked questions in retirement planning: do you actually need long-term care insurance? Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:38 - Market Gyrations & Diversifications 3:22 - Diversification of Assets AND Accounts 7:28 - The Past as a Pacifier 9:35 - What's Free on Wall Street? 13:01 - Diversification is NOT Risk Management 16:34 - Why is "Diversification" Sold as it is? 18:10 - Redefining Diversification 24:31 - The Lunchroom Effect in Mutual Funds 33:16 - Long Term Care - Some People Don't Need It 36:39 - Richard's Search in Cemeteries 37:41 - Long Term Care Planning Around Alzheimer's 40:08 - Who Needs LTC Insurance? 44:35 - Who Doesn't Need LTC Insurance? 48:00 - But If You Really Want LTC Insurance ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/9m5uCWh7hWw ------- Watch our previous show, "Passive Aggressive Market: Bogle's Warning Came True," here: https://youtube.com/live/jbpipFjnakQ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PersonalFinance #RetirementPlanning #InvestingStrategy #LongTermCareInsurance #PortfolioManagement

Are passive investors really passive? Not anymore. Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down how index funds and ETFs — the tools designed for patient, long-term investing — have quietly become weapons of short-term speculation. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manger, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:03 - Good Economic News Under the Surface 4:26 - Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Fire... 6:15 - Wait for Market to Declare Direction 10:49 - Economic Improvement Puts the Fed in a Box 14:14 - What's Going to Happen to Yields? 15:38 - Risk Management Matters 16:59 - Narratives Work Both Ways 20:28 - Cheerios & Lucky Charms' 21:59 - Passive-Aggressive Markets 25:17 - The Rotation of Assets 29:34 - Taking Stock of Volatility 33:01 - Retail Investors are Trading the Market 34:07 - Options Trading - Much more speculative 39:49 - Fixed Income, Bonds, & Yields ------- Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/jbpipFjnakQ ------- Watch our previous show, "Q & A Wednesday: Ask Us Anything," here: https://youtube.com/live/uFdhcR6QBKI -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #MovingAverage #MarketAnalysis #TradingSignals #PassiveInvesting #ETFStrategy #IndexFunds #SectorRotation #JohnBogle

Markets clawed back above the 100-Day Moving Average — but don't celebrate just yet. In today's pre-market update, we break down what this recovery means, why we're still on a sell signal, and what it will take for bulls to truly regain control. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #MovingAverage #MarketAnalysis #TradingSignals

Are you watching the market and wondering what's really going on? Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff dive straight into YOUR questions — pulled live from the chat — covering the stock market outlook, what sectors to watch, and how investors should be positioning right now. No fluff, no filler — just real talk about where the market's heading and what it means for YOUR portfolio. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:04 - Iran Air Force & War Impact on Oil 5:21 - This is a Good Time to Wait and See 10:51 - Two Moms on Money? 11:44 - Where will DXY go amid current conflict? 13:03 - Managing Risk in Chinese Tech Stocks 17:58 - Relative Risks of AAA-rated CLO's 20:54 - "Dumbing-down" the Private Credit Crisis 30:56 - Lasting Impacts on Commercial Real Estate 33:24 - Why the Downturn in Asian Markets? 34:27 - Financial Health of Open AI & Circular Financing 36:35 - Equity Income/Tax-advantaged ETF's 40:59 - Systematic Trading, Trend Following, & Tax Efficiencies 43:09 - Plunge Protection Team = Retail Traders 44:35 - Coming Attractions ------- Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/uFdhcR6QBKI ------- Watch our previous show, "Ten Immutable Laws of Money," here: https://youtube.com/live/Il8UfCCn0tE?feature=share -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "D100-DMA: Hold or Fold? What Happens Today Changes Everything," is here: https://youtu.be/c7jD-q6_mY8 ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #MovingAverage #TechnicalAnalysis #MarketOutlook #StockMarket #InvestingTips #MarketOutlook #StockMarketToday #InvestSmart

The 100-day moving average has been the market's most critical support level since April 2025 — and this week, it's being tested again. After Monday's selloff on Middle East military escalation news, markets broke below the 100-DMA before quickly recovering above the 50- and 20-DMA. Tuesday opened ~2% below that key level, but buyers stepped in and pushed markets right back up to close AT the 100-DMA. Here's what most investors get wrong: when markets break a moving average, algorithmic trading programs and HFT systems are ALL watching the same level — and many are programmed to SELL at the 100-DMA. That's exactly what played out Tuesday. Don't panic-sell into that action. What to watch TODAY: ✅ If markets RECLAIM the 100-DMA → potential to re-enter the prior range ❌ If markets FAIL at the 100-DMA and turn lower → confirmed sell signal; time to reduce exposure and rebalance risk The bottom line: Don't make a move before today's close. Let the market tell you what it wants to do. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/c7jD-q6_mY8 --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PreMarket #StockMarket #MovingAverage #TechnicalAnalysis #MarketOutlook