Financial Focus – November 27th, 2024
This week’s Financial Focus delves into timely tax topics, highlighting changes like the upcoming implementation of 1099-K forms for Venmo and PayPal users, and the importance of reporting sports gambling income accurately. The discussion emphasizes proactive tax management and preparation, especially as year-end filing deadlines approach.
Risky Debt Rising
There is no shortage of data on economic sentiment these days. James Nelson joins us to share one indicator his team is keeping an eye on and how the economic optimism has driven U.S. companies to issue a record number of junk debt this year.
Financial Focus – November 20th, 2024
Nate Kreinbrink and Mike Steigerwald kick off this week’s Financial Focus by diving into Medicare open enrollment. They discuss the elimination of the “donut hole,” the new $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket drug costs, and why it’s essential to review your plans now to ensure you’re set for the year ahead.
Affordability Gap
Buying a new home has gotten more difficult for many Americans in recent years. David Nelson is here to share the cause of increased home prices and record-low home affordability figures plus he tells us about the combining factors that should narrow this gap in the future.
Financial Focus – November 13th, 2024
Tune in to Financial Focus with Nate Kreinbrink as he dives into year-end financial planning, including smart tips on maximizing your retirement savings and tax strategies like Roth conversions. With winter approaching fast, don’t let your finances freeze—take charge before the year wraps up!
Out of Sync
Ever since the Fed cut rates in September, stocks have climbed while bonds have dipped. David Nelson joins us to explain the concept of correlation and shares his advice for bonds going forward.
Good WARNing Sign
The job market and economy were significant topics during the election. Nate Kreinbrink is here to share WARN data and tell us what it means for the average investor.
Financial Focus – October 30th, 2024
Tune into this week’s Financial Focus, where Nate Kreinbrink dives into year-end financial strategies—think tax planning, Roth conversions, and maxing contributions—to keep your investments on track for 2024. Don’t miss his insights on making the most of your savings before the holiday rush takes over!
Optimistic Spreads
The stock market has remained optimistic and does not seem too worried about an economic slowdown. David Nelson is here to explain how the bond market has historically been a good indicator for forecasting and if investors could see additional market gains this year.
Financial Focus – October 23rd, 2024
In this episode of Financial Focus, Nate Kreinbrink and Mike VanZuiden discuss Medicare’s open enrollment period, emphasizing how plan changes, like Part D prescription drug caps, could impact beneficiaries. They encourage listeners to review their Medicare and drug coverage options to ensure the best fit for their needs, noting that changes made during open enrollment will take effect on January 1, 2025.
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