Money Matters: 2023 Financial Outlook & Stock Market Predictions

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott discusses why investors should not rely on so-called “expert” financial forecasts from anyone. He explains some financial strategies for long-term financial planning to help individuals achieve their financial goals without depending on what might happen in the market.

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Money Matters: Holiday Financial Planning & Gift Giving

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott discusses keeping your finances top of mind during the holidays, so people don’t overextend themselves. He gives several examples of gift-giving ideas that won’t break the bank and will leave long-lasting memories. Scott also covers the parameters surrounding gifts of money, property, and other financial gifts.

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Money Matters: Tales from the Cryptocurrency Crypt

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott discusses tales from the cryptocurrency crypt. He looks at the short history of cryptocurrency, the extreme financial volatility in recent weeks, including its near-collapse, and cautions everyone to be wary of investments that come with a celebrity endorsement or the phrase, “This time it’s different.”

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Money Matters: Financial Decision-Making and the Anchoring Effect

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott talks about anchoring, the concept of making decisions based on a previous thought or feeling that may not be relevant at the present time. Scott discusses how anchoring can have a negative effect on your finances and why investors should be aware of why they are choosing to make a certain decision.

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Money Matters: Monte Carlo Analysis & Financial Independence

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott talks about how planning for financial independence has evolved throughout the years and the advantages of using Monte Carlo analysis to more accurately project your financial independence.

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Money Matters: The Russian Invasion and Financial Uncertainty

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott Oeth talks about the Russian invasion of Ukraine and how geopolitical events can affect the U.S. stock market. Scott also discusses what investors should do in times of uncertainty, such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine, to try to keep their financial investments and portfolio on track to meet their financial goals.

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Money Matters: The Endowment Effect

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott Oeth talks about the endowment effect and why investors who become emotionally attached to their investments can suffer negative financial consequences that may have been avoidable without that emotional attachment in place.

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Money Matters: How to Buy Peace of Mind and Beat Inflation With Everyday Goods

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott Oeth talks about how to plan for emergencies—both in your pocketbook and your pantry. Learn more about how you can prepare early and help set your mind at ease if times get tough.

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Money Matters: Portfolio Tax Location Optimization

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott talks about how to save money by choosing the best types of investments, as well as understanding taxable, tax-deferred, and tax-free investment accounts based on your investment goals and timelines.

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Money Matters: Managing Investment Risk

In this month’s edition of “Money Matters,” Scott talks about some of the best ways to manage investment risk to help your financial portfolio withstand the ups and downs of the market.

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