Money Tree Investing

Join us today as Blake Christian reveals the secrets of Opportunity Zone funds. He's here to explain the flexibility and tax benefits of these funds. He highlights the program's role in encouraging investments in underserved communities. He also shares the challenges in navigating the rules and compares OZ funds with other tax deferral strategies like 1031 exchanges. Prepare to learn everything you've ever needed to know about OZ funds! We discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-secrets-of-opportunity-zone-funds-blake-christian-628 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthBarbara Friedberg Personal FinanceApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

We reveal the next hot trend and cover all the hot topics. We discuss free speech, political violence, and how bad ideas are necessary to recognize good ones. Additionally, we talk discuss energy consumption, the increasing demand driven by AI and the need for clean energy solutions like nuclear power. We also discuss the growth in data centers and the importance of investing in energy and technology sectors to address these trends. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/next-hot-trend-627 Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Nelson Chu joins us today to discuss the rise of private credit! He's here to share how private credit emerged as a significant player post-2008 financial crisis when banks scaled back their lending. Despite his initial lack of experience in credit, Nelson was drawn to private credit for its potential to offer shorter durations, lower minimum investments, and attractive yields compared to traditional bank loans. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-rise-of-private-credit-nelson-chu-626 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Are you losing out on good investments due to confirmation bias? We often want clear, definitive answers to how to invest, but in financial markets and social media, this can be tricky. We tend to look for information that supports what we already believe, known as confirmation bias, and social media makes this worse by feeding us content that aligns with our views, creating echo chambers. The takeaway is that while data can guide us, it doesn't provide absolute certainty, and we need to stay aware of our biases and the limitations of the information we consume. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/confirmation-bias-625 Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Join us for a fascinating episode as we welcome Barry Martin, a seasoned expert in covered call option strategy. Barry shares his insights into the growing popularity of covered call writings, discussing how they have surged from $7 billion to $75 billion in just a few years. Whether you're an experienced trader or new to options, this episode offers valuable perspectives on managing risk and generating income through covered calls. Today we discuss... Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthBarbara Friedberg Personal FinanceApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-growing-popularity-of-covered-call-option-strategy

We are here to celebrate your independence from bad investing. Today we discuss investing, political commentary, and of course the U.S. debate. Listen in for investment insights and how politics often have little impact on stock market performance. The focus is on understanding market trends, with a detailed analysis of current market performance across various sectors, highlighting that a few high-performing stocks are driving overall market gains and more. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/independence-from-bad-investing-623 Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Patricia Roberts joins us today to discuss how to give the gift of college with a 529 plan. She has spent over two decades guiding parents on how to prepare for the high costs of higher education and avoid the burden of student loan debt. Patricia played a pivotal role in launching a nonprofit program in New York City, providing seed money for college to 200,000 public school kindergartners. Now, Patricia works with Gift of College, bringing 529 education and student loan repayment benefits to workplaces. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/give-the-gift-of-college-patricia-roberts-622 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthBarbara Friedberg Personal FinancePro College Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Did you know your food choices effect your investing? Take the time to think about investing and the importance of knowing what you're getting into. Just like you should understand the food you eat, you should understand your investments. Our brains look for shortcuts, but skipping the details can lead to poor decisions. Whether it's food or stocks, doing the homework is crucial. This week we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/your-food-choices-effect-your-investing-621 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/your-food-choices-effect-your-investing-621

Today we welcome Jason Crawshaw from Polaris to talk about investing in international markets. Originally from South Africa, he is now a portfolio manager here. His journey's been a rollercoaster, from business school in the US to cutting my teeth in Johannesburg's equity market. Now, for over a decade, he's called Polaris home, focusing on global value. Lately, he is locked on international plays, whether it's established or emerging markets. Learn more about the future of investing in international markets! T his week we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/investing-in-international-markets-jason-crawshaw-629 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthThe Wealth IntersectionApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Did you know that Willie Mayes can teach us a lot about the stock market? Baseball and investing may have more in common than you think! We talk market statistics, market inefficiencies and arbitrage -- once a profitable strategy is widely known, it loses effectiveness due to widespread adoption (think the short squeeze on GameStop). We also discuss the potential decline of the US dollar's dominance as the world's reserve currency and the direction energy sources may go in the future. It's important to be financially prepared! Today we discuss... Market statistics and sports statistics can be loosely tied together, with both requiring consideration of multiple metrics for evaluation. There is no single metric that defines the best stock or the greatest player in sports. Efficient market theory suggests that market inefficiencies are arbitraged out over time as more people exploit them. How hedge funds often exploit small arbitrage opportunities, but these opportunities may disappear once they are widely known. Momentum trading strategies can lose effectiveness as more market participants adopt them. How some investors track congressional actions and use them as indicators for investment decisions, but this strategy may lose effectiveness over time. Roaring Kitty's success with GameStop illustrates how retail investors can challenge institutional investors by exploiting publicly available information. The Senate passed a nuclear bill aimed at reducing costs and expediting the permitting process for nuclear energy projects. The expiration of a 50-year trade agreement with Saudi Arabia signals a shift in global power dynamics and highlights the need for the US to transition to alternative energy sources. For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/willie-mayes-can-teach-us-619 Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Today we discuss the financial industry and the cycles of business. We have Liz Young from SoFi here to discuss her role in producing investment-related content across various platforms. The strategist shares insights into her career journey, emphasizing the importance of being open to unexpected opportunities. Liz advises young professionals to explore different roles to discover their interests. We also talk market dynamics, Fed policies, and inflation! Join us as we discuss... Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthBarbara Friedberg Personal FinanceApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Today’s markets have been quite uneventful, but consumer sentiment leads the way! Consumer confidence is down, potentially influenced by upcoming election concerns and negative economic rhetoric. The breadth of stocks above their 50-day moving averages is low, indicating a bearish tone, despite strong performance in the tech sector, particularly semiconductors, driven largely by Nvidia. This uneven performance highlights the importance of staying agile and adaptable in investment strategies, as the economic environment is constantly shifting. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/consumer-sentiment-leads-the-way-617 Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Do you think there are conspiracies in common financial practices? I do. Michael Edesess thinks so too. He thinks there may be some conspiracies with pensions as well. He explains why strategies like rebalancing, diversification, mean variance optimization, and tax loss harvesting might not be as beneficial as they seem. Michael sheds light on how institutions like Ivy League endowments and public pension funds waste billions on active management that underperforms simple market indices, driven by the industry's profit motives rather than investors' best interests. Today we discuss... Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthBarbara Friedberg Personal FinanceApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/conspiracies-in-common-financial-practices-michael-edesess-616

Mr. Roaring Kitty and stonks are back! Today we have a discussion about GameStop's recent stock movements and the role of individual investors in market volatility. We also talk about asset allocation, the current disparity between large-cap and small-cap stocks, and the potential implications of rising interest rates. Today we discuss... Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/stonks-are-back-615

Do you think that Bitcoin can reshape the economy for a better future? Today Jeff Booth is here to discuss the future here sees for the economy and Bitcoin's role in it. Jeff believes that inflation, caused by governments manipulating money supply, is unsustainable. He sees Bitcoin as a decentralized solution. Despite challenges, he's optimistic about Bitcoin's potential to reshape the global economy. Today we discuss... The idea that the natural state of a free market is deflation, where prices fall as technology advances. He argues that inflation, caused by governments manipulating money supply, is unsustainable and leads to a control system rather than a free market. How Bitcoin is seen as a decentralized solution to this problem, providing a pathway to a more abundant future. Jeff highlights the importance of understanding deflation and its impact on the economy, especially in comparison to inflation. While Bitcoin adoption is growing, there are still hurdles to overcome in making it easier for people to use. How other cryptocurrencies as scams - Bitcoin stands out as the only decentralized and secure protocol. For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/can-bitcoin-reshape-the-economy-jeff-booth-614 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthBarbara Friedberg Personal Finance Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Nuclear energy is coming sooner than you think! Today we discuss the sudden shift in media coverage around energy, where negative talk about nuclear power has vanished, and the hype around wind, solar, and other green technologies has faded. Recently, the White House announced support for large-scale nuclear reactors, emphasizing their necessity for climate goals, marking a significant policy shift. This change in media and government stance indicates a growing recognition of nuclear energy's practicality as a crucial component of our clean energy future. Today we discuss... For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/nuclear-energy-is-coming-613 Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Oliver gives us the scoop on Truflation, the solution to finding alternative data on all the economic data. Forget CPI and PCE—Truflation offers a fresh perspective, scooping up real-time data from various sources. Oliver dives into why traditional metrics miss the mark, explaining how Truflation tackles these issues using multiple data sources. Oliver urges us to think beyond the usual metrics and consider real-world factors shaping our economic outlook. Today we discuss... Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthPro College Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MTIPodcast

Crypto Week was a double header. ETH ETFs are approved but not yet live. CBDC's area dead... or just sleeping... Don't count them out, but we can party today. Also in the news... US tax trends can get tricky! No matter where you fall on the political spectrum, I think we can all agree, no one wants to pay higher taxes. Today we also discuss the nature of markets. Managing risk is crucial, especially during downturns. Success in investing requires understanding your emotions and personal risk tolerance. Today we discuss... Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast

Stan "The Annuity Man" Haithcock shares annuity truths and how to make informed decisions. Stan's all about cutting through the fog of annuities, giving it to you straight. We've had him on before, and it's always a good time. With a background in major finance firms, he ditched Wall Street to focus on annuity truths. His motto? Annuities are about what they'll actually do, not what they might. Stan's here to clear up the misconceptions and help you make informed decisions for your financial future. Today we discuss... Today's Panelists: Innovative WealthThe Wealth IntersectionApprise Wealth Management Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/annuity-truths-stan-the-annuity-man-610

Let's talk about the meme stock craze and how it impacted Jim Simons! Today we also highlight rising credit card and auto loan delinquencies, the depletion of post-pandemic savings, and financial strains from higher costs of essentials amid high interest rates. And did you know there was also brief resurgence of meme stocks like GameStop and AMC? Join us as we discuss... Jim Simons' investment success using mathematical models. "The Man Who Solved the Market" book by Greg Zuckerman. The Renaissance Technologies and its significant returns. The impact of wealth and charitable giving. Examination of tax strategies and the concept of presidential libraries. Debate on credit card debt and utilization rates. Discussion on the rising cost of living and inflation. Mention of the recent surge and drop in meme stocks like GameStop. Commentary on the Federal Reserve's role in managing financial crises. For more information, visit the show notes at https://moneytreepodcast.com/the-meme-stock-craze-609 Today's Panelists: Kirk Chisholm | Innovative Wealth Douglas Heagren | ProCollege Planners Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moneytreepodcast Follow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/money-tree-investing-podcast Follow on Twitter/X: https://x.com/MTIPodcast