The Money Guy Show | Investing, Tax, Estate, Retirement, Insurance, Spending, Saving, And Wealth Building Advice

Many investors are looking for a hot, flavor-of-the-week investment tactic to bring them success. With a long-term outlook, though, it is important to develop a sensible investing strategy that will withstand the test of time. In today's show, we cover some timeless retirement planning and business tips to help you reach your goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The number of identity theft cases continues to The June 2012 Consumer Reports Magazine focused on tips and products to help you protect your privacy.  They reported that 16 million households have been victims of identity theft over the past year (up almost 50%).  Census bureau data for the same year shows that there were […] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trending topic in the investment world is the fact that Facebook is going public. With the IPO date quickly approaching, we focus today's show on the ins and outs of initial public offerings and what happens when companies don't live up to the hype. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As many of you know, Bo is getting married in less than two months, so his upcoming wedding has been a hot and heavy topic around our office. We feel that Bo is a little naive about marriage and financial expectations, so picking on him has provided a lot of entertainment for the rest of us lately. In today's show, we thought we would let you guys in on the fun and talk about the biggest financial mistakes couples make as well as some of the financial benefits that come along with marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The average shopper may blindly pay retail price for their goods. The average investor may make rookie investment choices that cost them dearly. But Money-Guy listeners are anything but average when it comes to financial matters. In today's show, we talk about the rewards involved with being an above-average shopper and investor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It seems that lottery fever is sweeping the nation, so today we give our thoughts on how you can still be a winner of life's lottery without hitting the jackpot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In running a wealth management practice, we have the privilege to work with individuals who have experienced a large amount of success in life. Based on our own success, as well as that of our clients, we have some personal insight into what it takes to set and accomplish your goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Warren Buffett Time! For a lot of us self-proclaimed nerds out there, the release of Warren Buffett’s annual letter to the shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway marks an exciting time. In today's show, we share some of the highlights that we took away from this year’s message. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year again! Tax season is upon us, and in today's show we focus on some tips to make your 2012 tax preparation as seamless as possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As is so often the case, this show was inspired by actual life events taking place. Unfortunately, this week's episode is not light and jovial as many of our shows are. In today's episode, Bo shares the unfortunate and tragic loss that he and his family have recently endured. Our hope is that, through Bo's willingness to open up his personal life, today's show may serve as the needed push to begin the process of making sure you and your family are prepared and protected from unknown and unexpected life events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In past shows, we have often covered the topic of proper asset allocation when investing, but today's podcast focuses on the importance of asset location. This means focusing not only on diversification across asset classes in your portfolio, but also tax diversification within all account types. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year from the Money-Guy team! It is great to be back after our holiday break, and we are very excited to share our thoughts on the economic outlook for 2012 in today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Christmas spirit has taken over and we have been excited all week here at the Money-Guy Show. In 2011, it has been tempting to get caught up in negativity between the pessimism in Washington and devastating stories on the nightly news. However, in today's show, we offer some tips for blocking out the noise and steering your life in a positive direction for the New Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With market fluctuations and continuous financial volatility, many are tempted to give up on investing altogether. The anxiety and fear that come along with an uncertain economy may seem overwhelming, but today’s show gives you the tips you need to persevere with your long-term investing plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's that time of year again...Black Friday is just around the corner, and the Money-Guy is here to make sure you have everything you need to get the best deals this holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hiring a professional financial planner could possibly be the key that unlocks the door to your financial success. At the same time, choosing the right advisor to work with is an important decision that can often seem overwhelming. In today's show, we discuss the services that planners will and will not provide as well as key things to look for when hiring a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone’s gearing up for Election 2012 and recently, there has been a lot of talk and debate about Herman Cain’s 9-9-9 plan. In today’s show, we evaluate Cain’s plan and tell you what we like about it, what hesitations we have, and share some numbers we ran to test it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There have been a lot of things going on here lately at the Money-Guy Show, so today's podcast covers a variety of topics including Netflix, becoming a millionaire, and Operation Twist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mutual fund investing is one of the easiest ways to get into the market. But whether you are a seasoned investor or just starting out, there are some important things you should know when it comes to choosing the right mutual funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Often times in life, we associate the successes of others with luck. If someone lands the perfect job, finds their soul mate, or wins the jackpot, we automatically think that luck is on their side. In the investment world, however, luck is not the only factor involved... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices