Podcasts about dividends

As reporting season reshapes the market landscape this week, Sophia Mavridis sits down with Bell Financial Group's Chief Investment Officer Will Riggall to unpack the biggest results, emerging trends, and preview of what's to come.  In this week's video, Sophia and Will cover:the impact of AI on global markets, especially in the tech sectorCommonwealth Bank's (ASX:CBA) results and the financial sector rallya look ahead to next week, including a preview of Treasury Wines (ASX:TWE), and JB Hi-Fi (ASX:JBH).Note: This interview was filmed on 13 February 2026.

Kelley discusses the essential components of a happy retirement, emphasizing the importance of planning, budgeting, and maintaining strong relationships. She highlights the need for a structured income strategy, the significance of health and wealth, and the necessity of effective communication between partners regarding finances. The conversation also covers practical strategies for managing investments, preparing for emergencies, and navigating tax implications when selling assets. Listeners are encouraged to take proactive steps in their retirement planning to ensure a fulfilling and secure future. Reach Kelley at 800-810-8060. California Wealth Advisors www.californiawealthadvisors.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ann Berry is joined by Dynex Capital Co-CEO Smriti Popenoe, who explains how mortgage REITs operate and how Dynex invests in agency mortgage-backed securities. Popenoe walks through the mechanics of leverage, interest-rate sensitivity and how those factors affect returns and dividends. They also discuss the Fed's role in shaping financing costs, the function of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in the housing finance system and proposed limits on institutional ownership of residential real estate. 00:00 Dynex Capital Co-CEO Smriti Popenoe Joins 01:03 What Dynex Capital Does and How a Mortgage REIT Works 02:26 How Mortgages Are Sourced Through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac 03:44 Government Guarantees, Credit Risk and Mortgage Securities 04:25 Could Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Go Public? Potential Impacts 06:21 Due Diligence and Mortgage Selection at Dynex 06:41 Specified Pools and Managing Prepayment Risk 08:38 Mortgage Yields, Dividends, and Interest Rate Sensitivity 10:49 Leverage Strategy and Risk Management at Dynex 13:55 Competition in the Agency Mortgage REIT Market 15:53 Dynex's Growth Strategy and Focus on Housing Finance 19:29 Institutional Ownership of Housing and Proposed Regulations 22:01 Portfolio Duration and Weighted Average Life of Mortgages 23:19 Why Dynex Uses a Co-CEO Structure 26:45 Decision-Making, Accountability, and Leadership Structure After Earnings is brought to you by Stakeholder Labs and Morning Brew. For more go to https://www.afterearnings.com Follow Us X: https://twitter.com/AfterEarnings TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@AfterEarnings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afterearnings_/ Reach Out Email: afterearnings@morningbrew.com $DX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As markets continue to shift, long-term retirement planning often demands clarity rather than reaction. In this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes Moss and Jeff Lloyd provide economic and market context to help listeners interpret today's financial headlines with perspective. • Analyze how recent S&P 500 performance, Federal Reserve decisions, and earnings results seem to be shaping market sentiment. • Interpret an airline's move away from unassigned seating as a reflection of broader consumer behavior and industry competition. • Track U.S. dollar movements and their historical relationship to gold, silver, and international markets. • Review the current health of the U.S. economy, including consumer spending, housing trends, inflation, unemployment, and stimulus considerations heading toward 2026. • Define what qualifies companies as dividend aristocrats and why payout consistency and discipline matter. • Compare which everyday expenses have risen with inflation and which categories have stabilized or declined. • Examine historical data showing how dividends have often outpaced inflation and demonstrated resilience during past market downturns. • Explore how income-focused investing, diversified portfolios, and retirement withdrawal frameworks like the 4% rule of thumb are commonly discussed together. • Revisit personal retirement checklists to assess whether professional planning guidance aligns with individual circumstances. Listen to this episode for a context-driven discussion focused on markets, income, and retirement planning. Subscribe to the Money Matters Podcast to stay connected to thoughtful conversations that span market cycles and economic environments.

Gold and silver are surging, but does that mean the easy money is already made? From the floor of the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference, Lobo Tiggre breaks down whether we're entering a blow-off top or heading into a consolidation phase — and why that distinction matters for miners. We discuss blue-chip mining stocks, earnings expectations, margin expansion, why some investors should wait for volatility, and how to avoid FOMO in a historic metals market. ---------------------Thank you to our sponsor: First Majestic SilverMake sure to pay them a visit: https://www.firstmajestic.com/---------------------

Gold and silver are surging, but does that mean the easy money is already made? From the floor of the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference, Lobo Tiggre breaks down whether we're entering a blow-off top or heading into a consolidation phase — and why that distinction matters for miners. We discuss blue-chip mining stocks, earnings expectations, margin expansion, why some investors should wait for volatility, and how to avoid FOMO in a historic metals market. ---------------------Thank you to our sponsor: First Majestic SilverMake sure to pay them a visit: https://www.firstmajestic.com/---------------------

When thinking about retirement or already in retirement, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing the right investment strategy to generate reliable income. The recent appointment of Kevin Walsh as Federal Reserve chairman has investors questioning whether traditional assets like gold and silver remain viable options, or if dividend-paying stocks offer a superior path to retirement security. Tom Dupree Jr. and Mike Johnson recently explored these topics on The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show, providing valuable insights for investors aged 50 and above who are seeking personalized investment management alternatives to mass-market approaches. Understanding the Federal Reserve’s New Direction The financial markets responded positively to the appointment of Kevin Walsh, a 55-year-old former Fed insider currently working at Stanford University, as the new Federal Reserve chairman. Unlike concerns that the position might go to someone viewed as overly political, Walsh brings both independence and credibility to the role. “He works with Stanley Druckenmiller from a family office, and the market views him as an independent thinker who’s gonna do what he thinks is the right thing to do,” Mike Johnson explained during the episode. This appointment signals potential shifts in monetary policy that could affect everything from interest rates to commodity prices, making it essential for retirement investors to understand how these changes impact their portfolios. The Truth About Gold and Silver as Retirement Investments Recent market movements saw gold prices drop approximately 6% and silver decline around 15%, prompting important questions about precious metals as retirement vehicles. While gold is often marketed as an inflation hedge, the reality is more nuanced. Gold’s Performance: Context Matters Mike Johnson conducted an extensive analysis of gold’s historical price movements, revealing surprising insights: “Since the year 2000, gold has been about a double of what the S&P 500 did. But you look at the context—in the year 2000, you had the S&P at all-time high and gold was about 50% below its 1970s level.” The starting point dramatically affects performance comparisons. From 2012 to 2025, the S&P 500 increased over six and a half times while gold only doubled. However, during the 1970s, gold soared 1,365% while stocks gained just 76%. Why Gold Isn’t Ideal for Retirement Portfolios Several factors make gold problematic for retirement investors: No income generation: Gold doesn’t pay dividends, requiring liquidation to access value Extreme volatility: Decades of stagnant performance punctuated by brief rallies Speculation-based: Impossible to determine intrinsic value without earnings Inflation hedge myth: Historical data shows gold had a negative 1.4% real return during periods when inflation exceeded 4% As Tom Dupree noted, “You want to own productive assets. That’s where your inflation hedge long term comes from.” Dividend Investing: The Superior Strategy for Retirement Income For investors seeking reliable retirement income, dividend-paying stocks offer distinct advantages over commodities like gold. Dupree Financial Group’s investment philosophy centers on this principle. Understanding Total Return: Income Plus Growth Many investors confuse stock price appreciation with dividend income, but they’re separate components that together create total return. Mike Johnson illustrated this with a real example: “One of the companies in the portfolio, their stock’s up today $2.70, which is about 6.8%. Their dividend over the course of the next year is gonna be about $2.76 cents. So all else being equal, the stock at the end of the year, your return would be $5.40 per share, which is around 12%.” This distinction is crucial. The dividend provides predictable cash flow regardless of market volatility, while price appreciation offers additional growth potential. Why Dividend Stocks Excel for Retirees The Dupree Financial Group approach emphasizes several key advantages: Predictable cash flow: Dividends replenish accounts consistently, reducing forced selling during downturns Inflation protection: Companies that raise dividends historically outpace inflation Lower volatility: Income cushions against price fluctuations Compounding potential: Reinvested dividends accelerate wealth growth “We want income because that’s predictable and that’s what clients are looking for,” Johnson explained. “When we do a proposal, we’re talking about the income because that’s predictable.” Building a Retirement Portfolio: The Dupree Approach Rather than using mutual funds or mass-market solutions, Dupree Financial Group creates separately managed accounts tailored to retirement income needs. The Income-First Investment Process Tom Dupree described the firm’s evolution: “I looked at this problem a long time ago. There were relatively few choices for what retirement clients could or should do. We came about to invest in dividend-paying, mainly blue chip type stocks that have had good dividend payouts over the years and have had a tendency of raising the dividends.” This approach addresses several critical retirement challenges: Avoiding forced liquidation: Consistent dividend income means retirees don’t sell assets during market downturns Matching cash needs: Portfolio income aligns with distribution requirements Maintaining purchasing power: Dividend growth combats inflation Strategic diversification: Approximately 40-45 carefully selected positions provide balance Beyond Simple Diversification Many investors mistakenly believe owning thousands of stocks through index funds equals proper diversification. Mike Johnson clarified the distinction: “When people think of diversification, they think, ‘I’m just gonna buy this index and that index, and I’ve got 4,000 stocks.’ That’s not diversification. You’re spreading the money out, but how do the various pieces interact with each other?” True diversification considers how different holdings respond to market conditions, creating balance rather than mere quantity. Portfolio Management: Active and Dynamic Unlike set-it-and-forget-it approaches common with large national firms, Dupree Financial Group maintains active relationships with clients and portfolios. Continuous Evaluation and Adjustment “It’s a dynamic portfolio, but then the relationship with the client is dynamic too,” Johnson emphasized. “When we sit with our clients, here’s how the portfolio’s doing. Let’s look at your situation. Has anything changed?” This ongoing attention allows for strategic decisions, such as advising clients to handle one-time expenses during strong market years rather than weaker periods. Research-Driven Stock Selection The firm conducts proprietary research rather than relying on outside recommendations. James Dupree’s work on technology infrastructure companies exemplifies this approach, identifying opportunities others might miss. “You can’t shortcut the process,” Johnson noted. “What you’re doing with the portfolio is diversifying in a very intentional way.” Frequently Asked Questions About Dividend Investing How are dividends different from stock price increases? Dividends are cash payments companies make to shareholders, separate from stock price movements. A stock can rise $2 while also paying $2 in annual dividends, giving you $4 total return per share. The dividend provides income you can spend without selling the stock. Are dividend payments guaranteed? No, dividends aren’t guaranteed, but many blue-chip companies have paid and raised dividends for decades. This track record makes dividend income much more predictable than stock price movements or commodity values. Can dividend stocks protect against inflation? Yes, companies that consistently raise dividends typically outpace inflation over time. Unlike fixed-income investments, dividend growth adjusts for rising costs, maintaining purchasing power throughout retirement. Should retirees own any gold or silver? While precious metals can serve specific purposes in certain portfolios, they don’t generate income and exhibit extreme volatility. For retirement investors needing consistent cash flow, productive assets like dividend stocks generally serve better. How many stocks should a retirement portfolio hold? Quality matters more than quantity. Dupree Financial Group typically maintains 40-45 carefully researched positions, providing genuine diversification without the dilution that comes from owning thousands of stocks through index funds. Take Control of Your Retirement Income Strategy The difference between struggling through retirement and thriving comes down to portfolio construction and ongoing management. While mass-market firms assign you to investment counselors working from generic models, a local financial advisor who provides direct access to portfolio managers can make all the difference. If you don’t know what you own in your portfolio and why you own it, or if you’re uncertain whether your investments will generate the retirement income you need, it’s time for a conversation with professionals who put your needs first. Dupree Financial Group offers complimentary portfolio reviews for investors thinking about retirement or already in retirement. Our team conducts proprietary research, builds income-focused portfolios, and maintains ongoing relationships with clients rather than treating them as account numbers. Contact Dupree Financial Group today at (859) 233-0400 or visit dupreefinancial.com to schedule your personalized portfolio analysis. Discover how dividend investing strategies can provide the predictable income you need while positioning your portfolio for long-term growth. Listen to more episodes and access our complete archive of market insights at our Market Commentary page. The post Gold vs. Dividend Stocks: Building Retirement Income That Can Last appeared first on Dupree Financial.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Dan Wiederer discussed how the Bears coaching staff is staying mostly intact for the 2026 season and explained how that could pay big dividends for the team. After that, the guys examined the most embarrassing reasons that NFL coaches have been fired.

Spiegs & Dan Wiederer discussed the fact that the Bears coaching staff will remain mostly in tact in 2026

What if two people saved the exact same amount of money... but one retired with nearly $900,000 more than the other? The difference wasn't discipline — it was where the money lived. In this episode of Without the Bank, we break down one of the most powerful chapters from Becoming Your Own Banker: The Twin Sister Example. Using Nelson Nash's comparison between CDs and Infinite Banking, we examine how capitalization, dividends, and ownership significantly impact long-term outcomes. We also tackle one of the most misunderstood — and ignored — components of Infinite Banking: the death benefit. Many people focus only on early cash value, but real banking strategies account for protection, longevity, and uninterrupted compounding. If you've ever wondered why Infinite Banking outperforms traditional savings, CDs, and even "paying cash," this episode connects the dots. Key Takeaways: Why capitalization is unavoidable — no matter how you finance purchases How leasing, bank loans, cash, CDs, and Infinite Banking really compare The hidden cost of "paying cash" and sinking funds Why the death benefit is not a downside — it's a bonus How ownership and dividends change retirement income forever Why Infinite Banking allows income without running out of money Chapters: (00:00) – Why the death benefit matters more than people think (01:09) – Why starting small beats radical lifestyle changes (02:25) – Comparing car financing: lease, bank, cash, CD, IBC (08:38) – CDs vs Infinite Banking: the Twin Sister example (12:55) – Why dividends change everything long-term (16:13) – Retirement income: why one sister runs out and the other doesn't (27:32) – The two rules of Infinite Banking you must follow Get Started: Ready to build your own banking system? Email: maryjo@withoutthebank.com Email: tarisa@withoutthebank.com Grab your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker: https://www.withoutthebank.com/shop... Schedule an appointment and start beating Parkinson's Law today!

Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax-free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call hereAre dividends really more tax-efficient for business owners—or is that advice costing you hundreds of thousands over time?If you're an incorporated Canadian business owner, you've likely heard the age-old advice: “Just take dividends—it's simpler and saves tax.” But what if that oversimplified strategy is quietly undermining your long-term wealth? In this episode, Jon and Kyle unpack the real math behind salary vs. dividends, revealing how your compensation choices ripple through CPP contributions, RRSP room, investment opportunities, and future flexibility. Whether your business is just starting out or generating strong retained earnings, understanding these trade-offs is crucial to building sustainable wealth.By the end of this episode, you'll discover:Why dividends don't always save tax—and when they can actually hurt your long-term growthHow to use salary strategically to open up RRSP room and diversify beyond your businessA clear, math-based breakdown of which approach works best at different income and retained earnings levelsPress play now to finally take the guesswork out of how you pay yourself—and make smarter, wealth-building decisions as an incorporated business owner.Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you'll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Consider reaching out to Kyle…taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…inveReady to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response!If you listen to podcasts like The Rational Reminder with Ben Felix & Cameron Passmore, The Canadian Investor, The Canadian Real Estate Investor, Build Wealth Canada with Kornel Szrejber, ChooseFI with Jonathan Mendonsa & Brad Barrett, Afford Anything with Paula Pant, The Ramsey Show with Dave Ramsey, BiggerPockets Money, The Money Guy Show with Brian Preston & Bo Hanson, Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy, Masters in Business with Barry Ritholtz, The Wealthy Barber Podcast with David Chilton, Financial Audit with Caleb Hammer, In the Money with Amber Kanwar, The Loonie Hour with Steve Saretsky, or More Money Podcast with Jessica Moorhouse — we're confident you'll enjoy Canadian Wealth Secrets too.Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

Two of Seeking Alpha's top analysts, Steven Bavaria and Samuel Smith, share their top income picks for the year: (FOF) and (OWL), respectively. This is an excerpt from our live event, Income Investing Strategy For 2026.Show Notes:'Stayin' Alive' In 2026 With The Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity FundMy Ultimate Contrarian Bet For 2026: Blue Owl CapitalInvesting Experts' transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

A listener recently wrote in with a common and important retirement planning question: If I'm already maxing out my 401(k), can I also contribute to a traditional IRA in the same year? The short answer is yes—but whether it makes sense, and how much benefit you receive, depends on your income, tax situation, and long-term goals. In this episode, I break down how traditional IRA contributions work alongside employer-sponsored retirement plans, when those contributions are deductible, and what options are available if your income is too high for a deduction. We also explore alternative strategies, including Roth IRA contributions and backdoor Roth conversions, so you can decide how best to use your annual IRA "coupon." This episode is especially helpful if you're trying to balance tax savings today with tax flexibility in retirement and want to avoid common mistakes that can complicate your plan later. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... [00:00] Whether you can contribute to a 401(k) and IRA in the same tax year [01:55] The tax-deferral benefits of contributing to a traditional IRA [03:55] When a traditional IRA contribution is tax deductible [05:00] Income limits that affect IRA deductions [07:00] Using non-deductible IRA contributions correctly [10:00] Roth IRA contribution limits and income phaseouts [11:45] How a backdoor Roth IRA strategy works [13:30] Choosing the right IRA strategy for your situation Why a Traditional IRA Can Still Make Sense Even if you are already maxing out your 401(k), contributing to a traditional IRA can provide additional tax advantages. The primary benefit is tax deferral. Dividends, interest, and capital gains generated inside an IRA are not taxed in the year they occur. Instead, taxes are deferred until you withdraw the money, potentially years or even decades later. This can be especially powerful if you do not need the money right away. With required minimum distributions now starting at age 73—and increasing to age 75 for those born in 1960 or later—many investors have a long runway for tax-deferred growth. When IRA Contributions Are Tax Deductible Whether your traditional IRA contribution is deductible depends on two main factors: whether you or your spouse are covered by an employer-sponsored retirement plan, and your adjusted gross income (AGI). Coverage includes plans such as a 401(k), 403(b), 457, SIMPLE IRA, SEP IRA, or pension plan. For 2026, married couples filing jointly can fully deduct a traditional IRA contribution if their AGI is below $129,000, with deductions phasing out completely by $149,000. For single filers, the full deduction applies below $81,000 and phases out by $91,000. If neither spouse is covered by a workplace plan, the contribution is fully deductible regardless of income. Options If You Can't Deduct a Traditional IRA If your income is too high to deduct a traditional IRA contribution, you still have options. One approach is making a non-deductible IRA contribution. While this does not provide a tax deduction upfront, your investments can still grow tax deferred. However, this strategy requires careful recordkeeping to properly track taxable and non-taxable portions when withdrawals begin. Another option is contributing to a Roth IRA, if your income falls within Roth contribution limits. Roth IRAs offer tax-free growth and tax-free withdrawals, making them attractive for long-term planning. For those whose income exceeds Roth limits, a backdoor Roth IRA may be an option, provided there are no other pre-tax IRA balances that would trigger pro-rata taxation. Resources Mentioned Retirement Readiness Review Subscribe to the Retire with Ryan YouTube Channel Download my entire book for FREE  Connect With Morrissey Wealth Management  www.MorrisseyWealthManagement.com/contact   Subscribe to Retire With Ryan

It's been a little more than two weeks since the OHL's trade deadlines and teams who jumped into the pool are already reaping rewards. It sets up an interesting and competitive final 8 weeks in both conferences. Farwell and Dan are also wondering where all those NCAA returnees ended up (we were told they were coming back, weren't we?) and at least one of the guys is wishing Hamilton well as hockey returns to the Steel City ... again. And your usual look at every OHL market and your Prospect of the Week is here, too. The OHL Podcast is supported by Draft Kings Sportsbook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3436: Chris Reining challenges conventional retirement investing by illustrating why relying on dividends isn't always the smartest move. Through a compelling lemonade stand analogy, he shows how reinvesting profits and selectively selling shares can actually outperform traditional dividend strategies, offering both higher long-term value and flexibility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/dividends/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes earnings can't be effectively deployed. Hence, stock buybacks and dividends." "When you get a dividend you never feel bad about spending it, because you never touch your principal." "Selling shares to make your own dividend means making decisions." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3436: Chris Reining challenges conventional retirement investing by illustrating why relying on dividends isn't always the smartest move. Through a compelling lemonade stand analogy, he shows how reinvesting profits and selectively selling shares can actually outperform traditional dividend strategies, offering both higher long-term value and flexibility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/dividends/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes earnings can't be effectively deployed. Hence, stock buybacks and dividends." "When you get a dividend you never feel bad about spending it, because you never touch your principal." "Selling shares to make your own dividend means making decisions." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this fast-paced Friday edition, host Scott Hennen dons his warmest wool gear to tackle a high-stakes "Talk Radio Town Hall" with Senator Kevin Cramer. The conversation spans from the strategic necessity of a "Golden Dome" missile defense system involving Greenland and North Dakota to the economic "roller coaster" currently hitting the Bakken oil patch. Later, Minnesota House Speaker and gubernatorial candidate Lisa Demuth joins the show to discuss the escalating ICE standoff in the Twin Cities and the "distraction tactics" of the Walz administration. The episode wraps with a spirited debate over North Dakota's new black license plates and a moving reflection on the March for Life in Washington, D.C. Standout Moments [00:02:15] The Golden Dome & The Greenland Connection Senator Kevin Cramer explains the strategic necessity of the "Golden Dome"—a $175 billion missile defense initiative. He breaks down why looking at a globe instead of a map reveals Greenland and North Dakota as the ultimate front lines for Arctic security against Russia and China. [00:10:45] Rigs Down in the Bakken A sobering update on domestic energy: For the first time in 30 years, Continental Resources has shut down all drilling rigs in North Dakota. Cramer and Hennen debate the tension between President Trump's push for low gas prices and the economic survival of the North Dakota oil patch. [00:15:45] Is Amy Klobuchar Unbeatable? Lisa Demuth weighs in on the rumors of Senator Amy Klobuchar entering the Minnesota Governor's race. Demuth dismisses the "gold standard" narrative, labeling any Democrat run as a "Tim Walz third term" and citing GOP gains in deep-blue districts as proof that the winds are shifting. [00:21:30] Exploding Trees and Bomb Cyclones Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki debunks the viral "exploding trees" phenomenon. While the science of freezing sap is real, he warns that the actual danger is the -50°F wind chills and a major ice storm looming for the Southern Plains. [00:24:10] The Great Black License Plate Debate Scott tackles a local "pet peeve": the sudden proliferation of black-and-white license plates in North Dakota and Minnesota. Listeners flood the inbox with reasons ranging from "matching the car" to making it easier for traffic cameras to read. [00:30:45] Heated Exchange: "Dylan from Detroit Lakes" A confrontational caller challenges Scott on Trump's rhetoric and economic promises. The segment devolves into a viral-ready debate over inflation, Davos, and the fundamental differences between Democratic and Republican market policies. [00:39:15]…

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3436: Chris Reining challenges conventional retirement investing by illustrating why relying on dividends isn't always the smartest move. Through a compelling lemonade stand analogy, he shows how reinvesting profits and selectively selling shares can actually outperform traditional dividend strategies, offering both higher long-term value and flexibility. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://chrisreining.com/dividends/ Quotes to ponder: "Sometimes earnings can't be effectively deployed. Hence, stock buybacks and dividends." "When you get a dividend you never feel bad about spending it, because you never touch your principal." "Selling shares to make your own dividend means making decisions." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is Richard Bernstein, Chief Investment Officer of Richard Bernstein Advisors, which he founded in 2009. He was previously the Chief Investment Strategist at Merrill Lynch. In today's episode, Richard argues that the market is defined by rampant speculation and extreme narrowness. He explains why he's bullish on both dividend-paying and international stocks and believes crypto is the first global investment bubble. To close, he warns that corporate credit is priced for perfection, inflation risks aren't gone, and diversification is the best defense in a bubble-prone market. (0:00) Starts (1:20) Richard on market narrowness & speculation (6:21) The Earnings Expectations Life Cycle (12:33) Non-US stocks are undervalued (18:38) Small cap trends and long-term investment themes (24:14) American Industrialization Renaissance (27:10) Corporate credit risk (33:42) Is the Fed independent? (36:38) Is crypto the first global investment bubble? (41:11) The importance of financial history (46:07) Richard's most memorable investment ----- Follow Meb on X, LinkedIn and YouTube For detailed show notes, click here To learn more about our funds and follow us, subscribe to our mailing list or visit us at cambriainvestments.com ----- Sponsor: Join Alpha Architect's LIVE webinar Feb 3rd to learn if a 351 Exchange may fit your clients' needs.  Before the webinar, visit Alpha Architect's 351 Education Center for use cases, tools, FAQs, upcoming launches, and more. ----- Follow The Idea Farm: X | LinkedIn | Instagram | TikTok Interested in sponsoring the show? Email us at Feedback@TheMebFaberShow.com ----- Past guests include Ed Thorp, Richard Thaler, Jeremy Grantham, Joel Greenblatt, Campbell Harvey, Ivy Zelman, Kathryn Kaminski, Jason Calacanis, Whitney Baker, Aswath Damodaran, Howard Marks, Tom Barton, and many more.  ----- Meb's invested in some awesome startups that have passed along discounts to our listeners. Check them out here!  -----Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's Banking With Life Q&A, James answers questions such as, “Does a high policy loan interest rate break IBC®?”, “Does Infinite Banking actually solve fractional reserve banking?”, and “If all money eventually passes through banks, what does ‘controlling the banking function' really mean?” As always, we hope you enjoy and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client!➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-track-becoming-your-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5-part-6.5-hour-video-series-nelson-nash-recorded-live/(Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking...➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker-infinite-banking-concept-starter-kit-special-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here:➫ https://bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts:➫ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-with-life-podcast/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher:➫ https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud:➫ https://soundcloud.com/banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook:➳ https://www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.

Dividends are back in focus, but the playbook has evolved. In this webinar, Portfolio Managers Thomas Browne and Brian Leonard share a high-level 2026 market outlook, discuss why dividend quality + valuation may matter more than ever, and introduce the Keeley Dividend ETF (KDVD). KDVD is an actively managed ETF built to invest in dividend payers across four distinct dividend profiles. Moderated by Charles LaRosa, Head of ETFs at Gabelli. ▷ Learn more about KDVD: https://youtu.be/QFbIUbmZ6Wg ▷ Why Are Small and Mid Cap Dividend Paying Stocks Unusually Attractive Right Now? https://youtube.com/shorts/0NhiM9zIm-8▷ Dividend Trivia: https://youtube.com/shorts/IacIDSfUeC0?feature=share Agenda: • 2026 market backdrop: What we're watching and why it matters for equity income • Dividend investing today: What's changed? Why quality + valuation can be key differentiators • Introducing KDVD: Introducing the Keeley Dividend ETF • The “dividend spectrum” framework: Four types of dividend-paying stocks and how we allocate across them • Portfolio use cases: How individuals and advisors may position KDVD • Case study: 2 examples of how KDVD's process translates into real holdings • Q&A: Questions from the audience This webinar aired live on Zoom on Tuesday, January 13th at 11:00AM ET. 0:00 Gabelli & KDVD ETF 1:40 Tom & Brian's Background 2:27 Market Outlook for 2026 5:26 Rates & Inflation 6:34 Why Small- and Mid-cap? 8:50 Dividend Investing - What do investors get wrong about dividend strategies today? 17:09 The Dividend Spectrum 27:39 How to use KDVD within an existing portfolio 28:43 Client fit for KDVD 31:50 STOCKS! Examples from the KDVD portfolio 36:49 Comparing dividend strategies 39:36 Valuations for dividend payers 41:52 Beyond fees - How to evaluate dividend strategies 44:16 Contact Us 46:02 Disclosures To learn more about Gabelli Funds' fundamental, research-driven approach to investing, visit https://m.gabelli.com/gtv_cu or email invest@gabelli.com. Connect with Gabelli Funds: • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/investgabelli/ • X - https://x.com/InvestGabelli • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/investgabelli/ • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InvestGabelli http://www.Gabelli.com Invest with Us 1-800-GABELLI (800-422-3554)

In this first episode of 2026, we dive deep into a foundational concept that often gets lost in the noise of day-to-day market headlines: what stocks actually are. We begin by reframing the way we view stocks—not as just numbers or tickers on a screen, but as tangible ownership in real businesses. Ed kicks off by breaking down what owning a share really means. When we buy stock, we're not just speculating—we're becoming part-owners in companies that employ people, generate revenue, and make real-world decisions. From baristas at Starbucks to corporate CEOs, all of them are working to create value for us—the shareholders.We explore how the value of a stock isn't just about its current price but about future earnings, innovation, and profitability. Markets move fast because they reflect new expectations instantly. But over the long haul, real business performance determines value. This is why Ed emphasizes that the stock market isn't a casino—it's a tool for owning productivity, growth, and innovation. He uses the analogy of starting a pizza shop to illustrate how raising capital and sharing ownership is the core concept behind public companies.We also talk about dividends—those are simply profits being shared with us as owners. Whether a company reinvests or pays out those profits depends on its growth opportunities. Tech companies tend to reinvest, while utilities often return more to shareholders.Alex then zooms out and takes us through a historical lens on how stock ownership evolved. We trace it from the 1600s Dutch East India Company to today's frictionless investing via apps like Robinhood. Initially reserved for elites, ownership became more widespread with the founding of exchanges, government regulations after the Great Depression, and eventually the creation of 401(k)s in the 1970s. That move away from pensions put the responsibility—and opportunity—of investing into the hands of everyday people.We reflect on how tools like mutual funds, index funds, and fractional shares have opened access even further. Today, over 60% of American households own stocks, mostly through retirement plans. Alex reminds us that the clients who succeed financially aren't necessarily the best investors—they're the best savers. Understanding that owning stock means owning real companies helps people stay grounded during market volatility and make smarter decisions.This episode is all about clarity—clarity in what we own, why we own it, and how the system evolved to work for more than just the elite. We're not just watching prices move—we're participants in the system of capitalism itself. You can always email Alex and Ed at info@birchrunfinancial.com or give them a call at 484-395-2190.Or visit them on the web at https://www.birchrunfinancial.com/Alex and Ed's Book: Mastering The Money Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Money-Mind-Thinking-Personal/dp/1544530536 Any opinions are those of Ed Lambert Alex Cabot, financial advisors, RJFS, and Jon Gay, and not necessarily those of RJFS or Raymond James. The information contained in this report does not purport to be a complete description of the securities, markets, or developments referred to in this material. There is no assurance any of the trends mentioned will continue or forecasts will occur. The information has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but Raymond James does not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate or complete. Any information is not a complete summary or statement of all available data necessary for making an investment decision and does not constitute a recommendation. 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Mentioned in this video:  CrisisInvesting.com Expertsroundtable.substack.com swpcayman.com (gold storage)  In this episode, Doug Casey and the host discuss a variety of topics including Trump's recent recognition of the cost of living crisis in America and his proposed solutions, like a 10% cap on credit card interest and a $2,000 rebate on tariffs. They also dive into Trump's Board of Peace for the Gaza Peace Plan and the individuals involved. The conversation extends to commentary on healthcare, mortgage plans, and the broader economic outlook, alongside Doug's personal insights on various geopolitical issues such as El Salvador's crackdown on MS gangs, Alberta's potential independence, and prospects of underwater mining. Viewers' questions range from precious metals storage to the viability of gemstone investments, making it a comprehensive discussion on multiple pertinent topics. 00:00 Introduction and Viewer Questions 00:10 Trump's Cost of Living Proposals 03:05 Critique of Trump's Economic Plans 06:46 Healthcare and Insurance Issues 11:49 Housing Market and Mortgage Ideas 17:06 Trump's Gaza Peace Plan 27:58 Viewer Questions on Investments and Global Politics 33:24 Discussing El Salvador's Prison System 38:06 Stock Ownership and Physical Certificates 42:33 Real Estate Market During Economic Crisis 46:35 Dividends in Physical Gold 54:03 Alberta's Potential Independence 55:39 Deep Underwater Autonomous Mining 57:50 Speculation on Iraqi Dinar Reevaluation 01:02:52 Casey's Speculation and Development 01:05:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Jesse is joined by Jeremy Keil—Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Financial Analyst, author of Retire Today, and host of the Retirement Revealed podcast—for a wide-ranging conversation that reframes how people should think about retirement decisions long before and long after the final day of work. Together, they explore why most people retire earlier than planned, why longevity is so often misunderstood, and how flawed assumptions about life expectancy, Social Security, and taxes can quietly undermine otherwise solid plans. Jeremy introduces the concept of "retirement longevity" as both when retirement starts and how long it may last, emphasizing the importance of personalized life expectancy modeling, joint longevity for couples, and treating Social Security as insurance rather than an investment. The discussion also dives deep into Jeremy's five-step Retirement Master Plan—starting with spending, then income, tax planning, investing, and legacy—highlighting why tax strategy and Roth conversions are often the most powerful yet overlooked levers in retirement planning. Throughout the episode, Jesse and Jeremy blend technical insight with behavioral clarity, addressing the emotional hurdles retirees face, from fear of running out of money to the identity shift from saver to spender, ultimately offering a grounded, practical roadmap for building confidence and clarity in retirement. Key Takeaways: • Average life expectancy statistics are misleading for near-retirees. Personalized longevity estimates are far more useful than population averages. • Couples must plan around joint life expectancy, not individual longevity. • Current take-home pay is a practical proxy for estimating retirement lifestyle spending. • Roth conversions are situational tools, not universally good strategies. The timing and size of Roth conversions matter as much as the decision to do them. • Many retirees struggle emotionally with shifting from saving to spending. The healthiest mindset shift is from "saver" or "spender" to lifelong "planner." Key Timestamps: (01:41) – Understanding Fixed Indexed Annuities (07:30) – Roth Conversion and Annuities: A Critical Look (10:55) – Dividends and Income in Retirement Planning (17:34) – Retirement Longevity and Planning (28:06) – Understanding Life Expectancy in Retirement Planning (32:06) – Comprehensive Retirement Planning (33:02) – The Five Steps to Create Your Retirement Master Plan (38:52) – Tax Planning and Roth Conversions (47:12) – Emotional Hurdles in Retirement Key Topics Discussed: The Best Interest, Jesse Cramer, Wealth Management Rochester NY, Financial Planning for Families, Fiduciary Financial Advisor, Comprehensive Financial Planning, Retirement Planning Advice, Tax-Efficient Investing, Risk Management for Investors, Generational Wealth Transfer Planning, Financial Strategies for High Earners, Personal Finance for Entrepreneurs, Behavioral Finance Insights, Asset Allocation Strategies, Advanced Estate Planning Techniques Mentions:Website: jeremykeil.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrretirement/ Mentions: Retire Today: Create Your Retirement Master Plan in 5 Simple Steps by Jeremy Keil https://www.youtube.com/@MrRetirement https://www.longevityillustrator.org/ https://keilfp.com/blogpodcast/ https://bestinterest.blog/dividends-and-income-withdrawal-rate/ https://bestinterest.blog/about-that-free-steak-dinner/  More of The Best Interest:Check out the Best Interest Blog at https://bestinterest.blog/ Contact me at jesse@bestinterest.blog Consider working with me at https://bestinterest.blog/work/ The Best Interest Podcast is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice, and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.  

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Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The [CB] could not stop Trump’s economic system. The foundation is now set and the economy is about to take off. Lower interest rates, higher GDP, low inflation, housing market getting a push. In the end this will allow Trump to remove [CB] system. Trump is now shutting down the [DS] WW. The money flow is coming to an end and they can’t pay their terrorist organizations, he is doing this so these terrorists countries can not do us harm. DHS has now countered the left and they need to make an appointment to visit the ICE facility. Trump team sent out a message to the people. Hold the line, trust the plan and that the patriots are in control. Economy (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); https://twitter.com/RealEJAntoni/status/2010001125358088511?s=20  ABSOLUTE FORTUNE — and has $200 BILLION DOLLARS IN CASH. Because of this, I am instructing my Representatives to BUY $200 BILLION DOLLARS IN MORTGAGE BONDS. This will drive Mortgage Rates DOWN, monthly payments DOWN, and make the cost of owning a home more affordable. It is one of my many steps in restoring Affordability, something that the Biden Administration absolutely destroyed. We are bringing back the AMERICAN DREAM that was destroyed by the last Administration. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!     these Historic, Country saving achievements prior to the issuance of their most important (ever!) Decision. Thank you for your attention to this matter! PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/2010062619403809183?s=20 Tariff authority decision still awaited from Supreme Court A group of states and small businesses challenged Trump’s tariffs under the 1977 law, winning in two lower courts before the administration appealed to the Supreme Court. Tariff authority by second-term Republican President Donald Trump was not decided by the U.S. Supreme Court on Friday, meaning the federal government can continue to collect the revenue for now. Source: justthenews.com Political/Rights  https://twitter.com/libsoftiktok/status/2010374266106085458?s=20 https://twitter.com/ScottJenningsKY/status/2009615236031205397?s=20 https://twitter.com/EndWokeness/status/2010196295118655688?s=20 https://twitter.com/kyledcheney/status/2010164530375184643?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2010164530375184643%7Ctwgr%5E86d6cd806b4b479cdf3cf46922840ff768925d5d%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fredstate.com%2Fterichristoph%2F2026%2F01%2F11%2Fkristi-noem-just-quietly-put-a-boot-on-the-necks-of-democrats-who-want-to-cause-chaos-at-ice-facilities-n2198003 DOGE https://twitter.com/Cernovich/status/2010170780500537562?s=20 Geopolitical https://twitter.com/nettermike/status/2009843044028428714?s=20  suddenly all our radar systems shut down without any explanation. The next thing we saw were drones, a lot of drones, flying over our positions. We didn’t know how to react. Interviewer: So what happened next? How was the main attack? Security Guard: After those drones appeared, some helicopters arrived, but there were very few. I think barely eight helicopters. From those helicopters, soldiers came down, but a very small number. Maybe twenty men. But those men were technologically very advanced. They didn’t look like anything we’ve fought against before. Interviewer: And then the battle began? Security Guard: Yes, but it was a massacre. We were hundreds, but we had no chance. They were shooting with such precision and speed… it seemed like each soldier was firing 300 rounds per minute. We couldn’t do anything. Interviewer: And your own weapons? Didn’t they help? Security Guard: No help at all. Because it wasn’t just the weapons. At one point, they launched something—I don’t know how to describe it… it was like a very intense sound wave. Suddenly I felt like my head was exploding from the inside. We all started bleeding from the nose. Some were vomiting blood. We fell to the ground, unable to move. Interviewer: And your comrades? Did they manage to resist? Security Guard: No, not at all. Those twenty men, without a single casualty, killed hundreds of us. We had no way to compete with their technology, with their weapons. I swear, I’ve never seen anything like it. We couldn’t even stand up after that sonic weapon or whatever it was. Interviewer: So do you think the rest of the region should think twice before confronting the Americans? Security Guard: Without a doubt. I’m sending a warning to anyone who thinks they can fight the United States. They have no idea what they’re capable of. After what I saw, I never want to be on the other side of that again. They’re not to be messed with. Interviewer: And now that Trump has said Mexico is on the list, do you think the situation will change in Latin America? Security Guard: Definitely. Everyone is already talking about this. No one wants to go through what we went through. Now everyone thinks twice. What happened here is going to change a lot of things, not just in Venezuela but throughout the region. https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2010081288804499739?s=20  Trump To Meet Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado Next Week President Trump plans to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado next week during her planned visit to the United States. This development comes despite his earlier reluctance to back her for the country’s top leadership role. Trump told Fox News host Sean Hannity in a taped interview that aired Thursday night that he understands Machado is “coming in next week sometime” and looks forward to saying hello to her.  Source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/ElectionWiz/status/2010085234415714622?s=20 https://twitter.com/jk_rowling/status/2010189173937058174?s=20 https://twitter.com/AutistDivision/status/2009937092608983066?s=20  https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2010217195415236641?s=20 https://twitter.com/DataRepublican/status/2009953358581485759?s=20 while still buying Russian oil; sermonizing about democracy while condemning Maduro's ouster; ignoring protests in Iran while fretting over the return of a king… all contradictions that conveniently sustain NGO growth and EU rent-seeking. Like it or not, Trump is dismantling your grift and rewriting the world order. You don’t have any logical reason to oppose it, except you hate that your era of dependence on US taxpayers is finally ending. So all you can do is appeal to emotions and invent a war out of thin cloth. War/Peace Russia Strikes Back Using Hypersonic Missiles Against Kiev Following Drone Attack on Putin's Residence Someone launched the drones from Ukraine and targeted them at Putin's residence to send a message.  There is considerable debate online about it, but if President Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy are speaking truthfully, the most likely suspect who launched the drones was British intelligence inside Ukraine.  Then again, if the CIA was factually involved, everyone would have to deny it. In retaliation for the December 29th attack, yesterday Russia fired a hypersonic Oreshnik missile and counterattack drones directly into the heart of Kiev, Ukraine. The use of the Oreshnik missile comes just hours after Russian President Putin asserted publicly that Ukraine, Europe and NATO have no defenses against the hypersonics. President Zelenskyy said the Russian attack involved 242 drones, 13 ballistic missiles, one Oreshnik missile and 22 cruise missiles. However, as with all things Zelenskyy, this dramatic claim seems to be slightly exaggerated. Russia claims they targeted key electricity infrastructure as well as the production facilities for building drones in Kiev which are collocated in residential areas. Source: theconservativetreehouse.com https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/2010095248115110236?s=20 https://twitter.com/WarClandestine/status/2010049768551264499?s=20 My first thought was that they know some form of terrorist attack or riots in the Jewish community are coming, and they are trying to disassociate before the violence. Or maybe it's just polling related. Or maybe related to Iran. I have no idea. But they are up to something. https://twitter.com/PSPreparedness/status/2010100027234951486?s=20   and all the panic and angst has worn off by Monday morning, so the MSM can't fully capitalize on the emotions of the public. It's genius actually. If you have to do something that might be considered controversial, just do it right before the NFL slate, and the public barely even notice. https://twitter.com/JoeLang51440671/status/2010374728012255474?s=20   Thiel has been a huge Trump supporter from the beginning and is playing a key role in this WAR. His “trilogy” strategy is a purposeful plan, to remove the cabal control over our national security, by investing in new companies that are focused on advanced technologies for our military. The military industrial complex is being FORCED to compete with these new companies aligned with Trump. Which companies? 1) Palantir > expertise in data intelligence. 2) Anduril > autonomous weapons systems. 3) General Matter > next generation energy infrastructure. These three companies are the tip of the spear, when it comes to future warfare. Trump is funding their technological advancements and they are playing critical roles in our defense and the country's future. It's not a coincidence that Trump has recently criticized the big defense contractors. “Ah, the military industrial complex (MIC), that great behemoth blob that eats your tax dollars as a fat kid eats fried foods. Trump announced Wednesday that he plans to trim some of its fat and crack down on a notorious practice among defense companies: stock buybacks.” “Trump on the defense contractors focusing on Wall Street instead of production: “Defense contractors are currently issuing dividends and massive stock buybacks, at the expense of investing in plants and equipment. This will no longer be allowed or tolerated!” “All United State Defense Contractors, and the Defense Industry as a whole, BEWARE: While we make the best Military Equipment in the World (No other Country is even close!), Defense Contractors are currently issuing massive Dividends to their Shareholders and massive Stock Buybacks, at the expense and detriment of investing in Plants and Equipment,” Trump said. “From this moment forward, these Executives must build NEW and MODERN Production Plants, both for delivering and maintaining this important Equipment, and for building the latest Models of future Military Equipment,” the president went on. “Until they do so, no Executive should be allowed to make in excess of $5 Million Dollars which, as high as it sounds, is a mere fraction of what they are making now.” A stock buyback is when a company uses its own cash to buy its own shares on the public market to reduce the total number of shares and juice the shares' value.” https://dailycaller.com/2026/01/09/donald-trump-defense-contractors-military-stock-buybacks-dividends-tax-dollars-ceo-salaries/ This has been a huge scam on Wall Street for a long time. A company uses their cash or debt in order to buy back their own companies stock, which drives up the price. Their bonus and salary are based on that stock price, not their company's performance or whether or not they are fulfilling their contracts. That crooked scam is ending. They will build plants, hire more workers and complete their obligations on time and on budget or lose government contracts. Trump has the ability as Commander in Chief, to take over these defense contractors because of “national security.” And that leverage will be applied. The Commander in Chief has extraordinary power during WAR and national emergencies. The military industrial complex is now being dismantled. But have you heard what else, Thiel is deeply involved in? Thiel is also helping to transform our financial system too. This transformation is focused on “stablecoins.” It's another trilogy strategy. Thiel is building a comprehensive ecosystem, based on “compliance,” infrastructure, and financial control. Have you heard of these companies? 1) Bullish Exchange > front end trading platform for a “stablecoin” ecosystem. 2) Erebor Digital Bank > backend infrastructure for “stablecoin” transactions. 3) Ubyx > “stablecoin” clearing protocol. Trump is pushing “stablecoins” because of NATIONAL SECURITY. Medical/False Flags [DS] Agenda https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2010342980796690483?s=20 https://twitter.com/iAnonPatriot/status/2009681913359810771?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2009681913359810771%7Ctwgr%5Eccea6570c033b6b5bee351e0f564d3e416a9cf4b%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Fwatch-zohran-mamdanis-crazy-tenant-advocate-explain-how%2F   paying 30% of that.” Insanity. https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/2010259767172968606?s=20 https://twitter.com/C_3C_3/status/2010175725727596607?s=20 https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2010375277784817698?s=20  without dispersion or integration created incentives for closed networks to govern access to benefits, and state officials then ran cover when those networks were exploited criminally as they benefited from the fraud… BREAKING: Biden Judge Blocks President Trump's $10 Billion Welfare Funding Freeze in Five Blue States  A federal judge on Friday blocked President Trump's $10 billion welfare funding freeze in five blue states. US District Judge Arun Subramanian, a Biden appointee, issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) and blocked Trump's halt on funding for childcare and social services. On Tuesday, President Trump sent letters to California, Colorado, New York, Minnesota and Illinois to inform them of the federal cuts. Trump made the cuts to the welfare programs due to widespread fraud in the state's programs. Politico reported: Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/amuse/status/2010065814444228955?s=20 https://twitter.com/LauraPowellEsq/status/2009751394224660594?s=20  put their bodies” between agents and arrestees. They do warn that there are “legal risks,” but apparently they don't realize illegally interfering with law enforcement carries an inherent risk of being physically harmed. https://twitter.com/nypost/status/2009382634174996728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2009382634174996728%7Ctwgr%5E2f0d8426f34a59a7d74ee8d9f4b3e1f8b235f1af%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fredstate.com%2Fterichristoph%2F2026%2F01%2F08%2Fthe-truth-comes-out-about-renee-nicole-good-n2197928 https://twitter.com/AlphaNews/status/2009679932289626385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2009679932289626385%7Ctwgr%5E941ba16dee719e06e4a6e020baea59d5b6f5f8fc%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fredstate.com%2Fnick-arama%2F2026%2F01%2F09%2Fdems-breathtakingly-despicable-gaslighting-on-new-footage-in-ice-shooting-n2197970  Curt Broomfield This was written by someone, not me. I am a father not a mom. But sums it up pretty well, what was she thinking?I'm a mother, so I'm going to comment right now. I will say this exactly the way a mother thinks it, raw, direct, and without pretending this is complicated.A 37-year-old woman. Three kids. Middle of a work week. The father of those children is dead. She is the parent left. The one job she has above every cause, every protest, every headline, is getting home to her kids.And what is she doing instead?She's out of state (other reports claim she lives there), in the street, in her car, blocking federal agents who are doing their job. Not alone! Her partner is right there filming her like this is some brave little documentary moment. Around them: sirens blaring, people yelling, pure chaos, manufactured chaos, so agents can't do their lawful duty.Her window is down. She hears the orders. She understands the orders. She ignores the orders.Then she puts the car in reverse.Still doesn't comply.Then she puts it in drive, NOT park! She moves forward into the agent.That's not “confusion.”That's not “panic.”That's decision after decision after decision.Now put yourself in the agent's shoes for half a second. A driver is already in an unlawful act! refusing commands in a hostile, chaotic scene, and now that driver uses a vehicle to move toward you. You get a split second. You don't get the luxury of “Maybe she's just stressed.” You have to assume the worst, you have to think of protecting other people like the partner at the window, because if you assume the best and you're wrong, you don't go home or someone else.So the agent fires after she makes an intentional and aggressive move toward him, because he has no idea what her intentions are, and she just demonstrated she's willing to escalate.Now… imagine her three kids. At school. Sitting there like any other day. Not knowing their mother is out playing street-hero games for criminals in the middle of a work week, with the two adults responsible for them!She didn't think about them.She didn't think, “If I get arrested, who picks my babies up?”She didn't think, “If I get hurt, who raises them?”She didn't think, “If I die, they have nobody.”She thought about protecting criminals.She thought about interfering with federal agents.She thought about the camera.She thought about the crowd.She thought about the moment.There is no amount of evidence, money, tears on TV, or news spin that can make this make sense.As a mother: NOTHING about this makes sense.At minimum, she knew her actions could get her arrested. At minimum. And she still chose it. She chose strangers. She chose chaos. She chose lawlessness.Make it make sense, because the only thing I see is three kids who just got abandoned by the only parent they had left, not by accident… but by a series of deliberate choices.  https://twitter.com/mattvanswol/status/2010336379721425112?s=20  me. One month. Again, the only reason they don't want you dead yet is because they don't know your name. https://twitter.com/AwakenedOutlaw/status/2010106701459128396?s=20  . All their nutbaggery will be dealt with in short order. https://twitter.com/AndrewKolvet/status/2009740735449358474?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2009740735449358474%7Ctwgr%5E13f340292b82005d5b6478d71551e8979c328155%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thegatewaypundit.com%2F2026%2F01%2Finfamous-former-j6-capitol-police-officer-sparks-fury%2F   lawless agency that's killing Americans.” Fanone is trying to incite the murder of federal law enforcement for doing their jobs. Arrest this man. https://twitter.com/CynicalPublius/status/2010045509776576779?s=20   nice effort in their eyes, but not good enough because we all saw the video. They need SOMETHING where the dead protestors are blameless. They are DESPERATELY seeking an image like the one below. Keep this in mind in the days and weeks ahead. Chicago Police Superintendent Reminds the Public ICE Is Law Enforcement and Has Authority Over Citizens Instagram and other social media posts have spread false claims that ICE agents are not law enforcement, have no authority over citizens, and that citizens or even illegal aliens should resist them. These posts also falsely claim that people are not required to comply with ICE orders, that ICE lacks arrest power without a warrant, or that ICE cannot arrest a citizen. All of this is untrue. These misconceptions are fueling resistance to ICE, including escalating violence and chaos. Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling said during a press conference the day after an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in self-defense that ICE personnel are sworn law enforcement officers and must be treated as such. Snelling said that when federal agents are boxed in by vehicles, it is reasonable for them to believe they are being ambushed and that the situation could quickly become deadly. “If you box them in with vehicles, it is reasonable for them to believe that they are being ambushed,” he said, adding that officers are justified in using force in self-defense under those conditions. He warned the public not to interfere with law enforcement operations, stressing that boxing in any officer is illegal and dangerous. “You are breaking the law when you do that, and you are putting yourself in danger,” Snelling said. He added that officers are justified in viewing individuals who persistently follow them as potential threats. Source: thegatewaypundit.com President Trump's Plan https://twitter.com/GuntherEagleman/status/2009964353471295520?s=20  https://twitter.com/Notwokenow/status/2010148771066245157?s=20 https://twitter.com/BasedMikeLee/status/2010176946127417389?s=20 https://twitter.com/USDOL/status/2010094428208472352?s=20 https://twitter.com/USDOL/status/2009391453181759637?s=20 https://twitter.com/USDOL/status/2007933111729021305?s=20 (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");

More on today's featured OneLegUpAlex Guest, NC State Tax Professor Nathan Goldman. Read his features in Forbes (https://www.forbes.com/sites/nathangoldman/)Original article I read that cited Proessor Goldman: Here's how Trump's Big Beautiful Bill could impact your tax refunds in April (https://nypost.com/2025/12/22/business/heres-how-trumps-big-beautiful-bill-could-impact-your-tax-refunds-in-april/)

Learn how dividend income and annuities can create sustainable retirement cash flow. The experts break down the real benefits, hidden risks, and practical strategies for building an income-first retirement plan that lasts. Learn more at https://www.meliagroup.com/financial-planning Melia Advisory Group City: Tulsa Address: 5424 S Memorial Dr Website: https://www.meliagroup.com/

J Mintzmyer of Value Investor's Edge discusses shipping performance in 2025, strategies for navigating market downturns, and the importance of focusing on quality investments (0:45). Dry bulk potential, Cmb.Tech a top pick for 2026, impact of geopolitical factors on shipping (4:30). Stock selection metrics (12:20). The role of dividends in shipping (15:10). Broad macro risks (16:45). Learning lessons, setting goals (22:20).Show Notes:In Shipping, Global Macro Matters More Than EverBuy Cmb.Tech: Shipping Poised To Outperform Into 2026Why Dry Bulk Is A Top Pick In 2026Read our transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

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In this episode of the Dividend Talk Podcast, we review our 2025 dividend portfolio performance, break down dividend income growth, and reflect on what worked (and what didn't) for long-term dividend growth investors in Europe.We cover:2025 portfolio returns & dividend income growthCurrency impact (USD vs EUR) on dividends Biggest wins, mistakes & lessons learnedDividend reinvestment & compounding in actionTax questions, spin-offs & dividend growth trackingListener Q&A on stocks like Starbucks, Alphabet, HPQ & moreWhat we'll do differently as dividend investors in 2026Join our premium dividend newsletter for in-depth European stock deep dives, dividend safety analysis, and long-term portfolio thinking. -> Pricing - Dividend TalkConnect with other dividend investors on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠ to share ideas, ask questions, and stay motivated.Subscribe & followNew episodes every week on dividend investing, portfolio strategy, and building long-term wealth with dividends.See you on the Inside!

Key Takeaways: Tax-Efficient Income Options: Certain types of bonds may become more attractive again because they can offer income with lower taxes, especially as new financial tools continue to develop. Qualified Dividends: These dividends are taxed at lower rates than regular dividends, which can help investors keep more of what they earn. Invest Wisely: It's important to follow the rule, “Don't invest in what you don't understand,” so you always know exactly where your money is going. Option Premium Strategies: These strategies can offer strong returns, and the taxes usually aren't due until you sell the investment, making them useful for long-term planning. Work With Experts: A trusted financial advisory team can help you make informed decisions and stay aligned with your long-term financial goals. Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:00 Understanding Tax Efficient Yield Producing Assets 2:17 The Future of Municipal Bonds and Bitcoin-Backed Credit 6:50 Understanding Qualified Dividends and Their Tax Implications 8:37 Exploring Option Premium Strategies and Tax Implications 12:47 Reflecting on a Year of Wealth Building and Nerdy Fun   Powered by ReiffMartin CPA and Stone Hill Wealth Management   Social Media Handles    Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip)   Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/   Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen!   WBMS Premium Subscription   Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

A 7% yield can look like a shortcut—until it isn't. In this episode, Vero welcomes Russ Knopf (Dapper Dividends) to unpack how "accidentally high" yields happen, why they so often precede cuts, and the simple safety checks that keep your income on track. You'll hear real examples, the role of free cash flow vs. EPS, and how to balance yield today with total return tomorrow. Get the Dividend Income for Life Guide. Make sure to check out the complete show notes. YouTube: http://bit.ly/2Zs6r1r FB: http://bit.ly/2Z7Q5gF Blossom: @thedividendguy X: @TheDividendGuy DividendStocksRock.com Retirement Loop

Is your money working as hard as it could? In this episode, Cameron Christiansen and Anthony Faso discuss the critical topic of dividends and their role in infinite banking (IBC). Dividends aren't just industry news—they directly impact the cash value of IBC policies, loan repayment flexibility, and the potential to redeploy capital into passive income opportunities. While most investors view dividends as a general industry trend, IBC users understand their deeper importance. Cameron and Anthony explain the difference between a dividend and the dividend interest rate (DIR), why understanding these metrics matters for IBC, and how companies such as Penn Mutual, Lafayette Life, and MassMutual have shown steady dividend growth year after year. You will learn why you shouldn't focus solely on the dividend rate, but also pay attention to your insurance company's overall financial health.  Tune in for insights on how smart IBC users leverage dividends to build more flexibility, control, and growth. In This Episode: - Definition of dividends and the dividend interest rates - Why dividends matter for IBC users - Penn Mutual, Lafayette Life, and MassMutual's dividend performance - Why some companies don't declare their dividend interest rates - Why you shouldn't focus solely on the dividend rate - What do dividends mean for people practicing infinite banking? - How dividends impact cash value and loan repayment flexibility - Why looking at the dividends and dividend rates matters   Resources: 

SummaryIn this episode, Clayton Cuteri delves into various pressing issues, including the FBI's recent arrests of alleged pro-Palestinian extremists, U.S. military actions in Venezuela, and the Pentagon's refusal to release critical video footage. He discusses the implications of Trump's foreign policy decisions, particularly regarding Venezuela, and the recent Protecting Children's Innocence Act.The conversation also touches on economic policies, including Trump's warrior dividends for military members, and the broader societal responsibilities in addressing these complex issues.Clayton's Social Media LinkTree | TikTok | Instagram | Twitter (X) | YouTube | RumbleTimecodes 00:00 - Intro02:26 - FBI Arrests and Terrorism Concerns05:17 - U.S. Military Actions and Venezuela09:39 - Pentagon's Secrecy and Accountability Issues13:19 - Trump's Foreign Policy and Venezuela17:08 - Protecting Children's Innocence Act23:00 - Warrior Dividends and Economic ImplicationsIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don Kin IG: https://www.instagram.com/donkinmusic/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/44QKqKsd81oJEBKffwdFfPSuper grateful for this guy ^NEWSLETTER - SIGN UP HEREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/traveling-to-consciousness-with-clayton-cuteri--6765271/support.Official Traveling to Consciousness Website HEREALL Indigo Education Podcasts HEREMy Book: The Secret Teachings of Jesus HERE

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It is a "Windy Edition" of the show as a winter blizzard sweeps through the region, but the news cycle is moving even faster than the gusts. Scott Hanlon and the team break down President Trump's high-impact primetime address, where the big headline wasn't a war announcement, but a "warrior dividend" heading into the pockets of nearly 1.5 million service members. The guys also dive into the bizarre investigative failures at Brown University following a campus shooting and sit down with Fargo Police Chief Dave Zabolsky to get the truth behind recent crime stats. Plus, we look at the future of health with Dr. Mike Jorgensen and check the "scene of the crime" in the grain markets with Lighthouse Commodities. Episode Highlights [00:01:10] The Warrior Dividend Scott reacts to President Trump's surprise announcement of a $1,776 "Warrior Dividend" for every member of the military—a morale booster funded by record tariff revenue. [00:01:37] The Brown University "Dumpster Fire" A deep dive into the "incompetence or cover-up" at Brown University. Why were security cameras turned off, and how did a suspect vanish from a room full of witnesses without a single cell phone video surfacing? [00:04:10] Fargo Police: Manhunts and Misperceptions Fargo Police Chief Dave Zabolsky joins the show to discuss the recent high-profile manhunt, the 10% reduction in city-wide crime, and why "Beat 5" is the current hotspot for shoplifting syndicates. [00:10:30] Blizzard Status Update Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki delivers a sobering travel report: 90 mph gusts in Southwest North Dakota and zero visibility in Grand Forks. Find out when the "deterioration" hits the FM area. [00:13:10] Signal vs. Noise: The Trump Address A breakdown of the President's "Landslide Mandate" speech. Scott asks the audience: Are you feeling the "Coldness" critics claim, or are you seeing the "Wham, Bam" results of the last 11 months? [00:27:50] MAHA: The 65-Point Wellness Reset Dr. Mike Jorgensen explains why the game is "rigged" against American health and how a wellness lab panel can help you "look under the hood" to fix chronic inflammation and gut damage. [00:32:00] Markets: Scene of the Crime David Spickler of Lighthouse Commodities analyzes the recent correction in soybeans and why he believes a "buy signal" is looming just in time for the new year.

Today's Q&A Wednesday is driven entirely by live YouTube chat questions, covering the market topics investors are most focused on right now. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff address real-time concerns around market volatility, Federal Reserve policy, interest rates, inflation, portfolio risk, asset allocation, and year-end positioning—without hype or speculation. This interactive session is designed to help investors better understand what matters, what doesn't, and how markets typically behave during periods of uncertainty. Rather than making predictions, we focus on context, probabilities, and risk management—answering your questions as they come in live. If you have a market question, join the conversation in the chat. If you're watching the replay, timestamps and chapter markers are included for easy navigation. 0:00 - INTRO 0:19 - Economic Data Disappoints 5:50 - Markets Re-Test 50-DMA 11:26 - Reindeer & Dwarfs 13:54 - Volatility Commentary 21:23 - Effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill on Charitable Donations 24:37 - Buybacks vs Dividends 26:42 - Expectations for Gold and Silver in 2026 33:25 - Economic Summit Tease 34:41 - TLT Shorts & Speculative Bets 37:37 - Best Portfolio Allocations for 2026 39:35 - What Investments Should NOT Be Held in a Roth IRA? 41:54 - RSI vs Value, MACD, & Volume Trading? 45:38 - Retiring at 63? 48:07 - Dealing with Future Risk 51:50 - Sectors and Stocks for 2026 56:07 - 403b's vs 457's 57:58 - Energy Plays for 2026 Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJV-vnHx4Eg&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1 ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Consolidate After 50-DMA Test," is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4PjkAGK804&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1 ------- REGISTER for our 2026 Economic Summit, "The Future of Digital Assets, Artificial Intelligence, and Investing:" https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-ria-economic-summit-tickets-1765951641899?aff=oddtdtcreator ------- Watch our previous show, "Year-End Checklist for Young Investors," here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Wyudzh3naw&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1 -------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestm entadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- 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/ #MarketOutlook #StockMarketToday #TechnicalAnalysis #YearEndMarkets #RiskManagement #MarketQandA #InvestorQuestions #MarketVolatility #FedPolicy #RiskManagement

Dividends of grace. If you're in the resident congregation, turn off your electronic devices and put them away. Let this be a place where you aren't distracted by the world. Welcome To BARAH MINISTRIES Rory Clark Pastor-Teacher Good Morning! for full notes: http://www.barahministries.com/index.php?proc=lsn&sf=v&tid=1980

In this fifth installment, James shares a collection of clips that explain how dividends work inside whole life insurance. He highlights the role of mutual companies, the importance of long term thinking, and how dividends support cash value growth and policy performance. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.

Key Takeaways: Rock Dividends: These provide a special way to earn income with fewer taxes, similar to how cash value life insurance pays dividends. Check Stability First: Before investing, it's important to make sure the company is financially strong and dependable. Know the Tax Rules: It's important to understand how these dividends affect your taxes, including how they change your cost basis and how they might lead to capital gains in the future. Smart Reallocation: Moving money from real estate into high-yield, tax-efficient stocks can be a smart choice when market conditions change. Plan with Experts: The discussion highlights how important it is to work with financial advisors and CPAs so you can make informed decisions and avoid expensive mistakes.   Chapters: Timestamp Summary 0:01 Exploring Tax Efficient Income Through Rock Dividends 1:46 Exploring Tax-Free Dividends Through Life Insurance and Preferred Stock 3:59 Exploring Wealth Building Through Bitcoin Treasury Companies 7:09 Understanding Tax Implications and Due Diligence in Investments 10:03 Real Estate Repricing and Investment Strategies for Wealth Growth   Powered by ReiffMartin CPA and Stone Hill Wealth Management   Social Media Handles    Follow Phillip Washington, Jr. on Instagram (@askphillip)   Subscribe to Wealth Building Made Simple newsletter https://www.wealthbuildingmadesimple.us/   Ready to turn your investing dreams into reality? Our "Wealth Building Made Simple" premium newsletter is your secret weapon. We break down investing in a way that's easy to understand, even if you're just starting out. Learn the tricks the wealthy use, discover exciting opportunities, and start building the future YOU want. Sign up now, and let's make those dreams happen!   WBMS Premium Subscription   Phillip Washington, Jr. is a registered investment adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

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On this episode of the Trade Guys, Bill and Scott  unpack a proposal from the Trump administration to give a $2,000 tariff dividend to all low- and middle-income Americans. They also examine a new deal between the U.S. and UK on pharmaceuticals. Finally, we finish with a debate on whether bullying or persuasion is more effective in trade negotiations.

In this special episode of Excess Returns, we share the most important investing lessons from more than 50 of our top guests. After asking more than 200 investors, strategists, academics, and market thinkers the same closing question about the one lesson they would teach the average investor, we compiled the most powerful, timeless, and repeatable insights into a single episode. This collection highlights common themes around patience, discipline, humility, diversification, risk management, and long-term thinking, while revealing how great investors navigate markets, behavior, and uncertainty.Main topics covered:Why investing is about preserving and growing wealth, not getting richWhy neither get in nor get out is an investing strategyThe role of base rates in decision-makingThe dangers of performance chasingWhy you should look at your portfolio less oftenThe importance of independent thinking and avoiding envyTreating stocks as businesses, not trading sardinesDiversification across assets, strategies, and economic regimesThe behavioral traps that destroy wealthLiquidity, supply and demand, and how markets really functionThe value of patience, long-term thinking, and sticking to your planHow to build a resilient portfolio that survives different market environmentsWhy simplicity often beats complexityThe role of humility, self-awareness, and keeping emotions out of investingTimestamps:00:00 Investing is about preserving and growing wealth00:45 Why neither get in nor get out is a strategy01:16 How we arrived at the one-lesson question02:00 Finding a portfolio you can live with03:00 Avoiding envy and chasing 10-baggers04:00 Why watching markets too closely hurts results05:00 The Matt Levine rule of unbelievable returns06:00 The power of base rates08:00 Look at your portfolio as little as possible10:00 Treat your holdings like real businesses12:00 Be invested early and think independently14:00 Be kind to yourself and keep taking action15:58 Do not chase performance17:00 Treat every position like you put it on today18:31 Your portfolio is secondary to your life19:44 Buy when others are fearful20:00 Be Rip Van Winkle, not Nostradamus22:00 Navigate the noise and avoid the siren song23:38 The value of simplicity and studying history24:59 Patience and tuning out the noise26:00 True diversification and preparing for unknown regimes27:50 Stick to a strategy that fits your personality29:00 Diversify and be humble about what you know30:00 Most results come from the market, not manager skill32:38 Keep investing simple34:00 Focus on what is knowable35:00 Believe in long-term economic and market resilience37:00 Get out of your own way38:22 Build a philosophy you can stick to39:00 Misjudging probabilities and confidence40:46 Book your gains and contain your losses41:00 Diversification is protection against bad luck42:00 Supply, demand, and liquidity always matter45:00 Markets as a political utility46:00 Find something real if you want true alpha47:00 Write down your decisions48:32 Why 100 percent indexing is unrealistic for most50:00 Alpha through portfolio structure, not just stock picking52:00 Dividends and long-run investing53:56 Valuation, time horizons, and patience55:00 Embracing uncertainty and avoiding pigeonholing56:33 Rules-based processes57:35 Buy good businesses, not just cheap ones59:00 Think long term and save early01:01:00 Focus on the basics first01:02:00 Avoid catastrophic losses01:03:22 Evidence-based investing and avoiding resulting01:04:09 Know what you own and keep fees low01:05:00 Simple strategies often work best01:06:00 Compounding and emotional control01:07:00 Treat savings as savings, not lottery tickets01:07:50 Balance enjoying today with protecting tomorrow01:08:00 Stay invested and think long term01:08:41 Be humble, patient, and systematic01:09:00 Do your own work and build conviction

Let's talk about Trump promising $2000 in tariff dividends....

Donald Trump is taking on "affordability" in the wake of Democratic wins last week in New Jersey and Virginia. The president is proposing $2,000 payments from tariff revenues and a new 50-year mortgage for homebuyers, while his Department of Justice opens an investigation into meatpacking companies in light of high beef prices. But are any of these proposals good for the economy? And will any calm voters' anxieties over the high cost of living?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Sonia Balfour-Fears.