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Is $1 million the right amount to retire? What about $2 million?
Maybe we’re asking the wrong question... In today’s episode of Dollars & Sense, Marc and Marion discuss the most important question when it comes to your lifestyle in retirement.
And no, it’s not “what is your number.” Listen along as the duo dispel some retirement myths and talk about some of their conversations with clients on this topic.
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DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 699209
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Thursday Feb 13, 2025
Thursday Feb 13, 2025
In this special Valentine’s edition of Dollars & Sense, Marc is on location from…. home? He’s joined by his wife Laura as they discuss several topics on this “couples and money” themed episode.
As the parent’s of five children, Marc and Laura dive into some of the key financial lessons they tried to instill in their kids as they grew up, plus some of the differences in the way they think about money and how their children do.
Listen along for some personal anecdotes from the Freedman family and to get an answer to the question… why does Marc have so many gnomes in his house!?
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DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 694733
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Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Late the other night, Marc received a message from a client with the subject line “I’m Worried”. With everything that happened in January – from wildfires in California, to a presidential inauguration, executive orders, confirmation hearings and more – there sure has been a lot to dominate the news cycle.
On this week’s episode, Marc & Marion are here to calm the waters a bit with some rational perspectives. Listen along as Marc documents how he keeps track of the news in order to act in client’s best interest, a reflection on the doom and fear that was felt in 2020 from COVID, and much more.
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 691209
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Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Based on JP Morgan’s Guide to the Markets for 2025, the Russell 1000 Growth Index saw 50% of its growth last year come from just FIVE individual stocks. You can probably guess the stocks that made up the quintet, but should this information affect your investment strategy?
Marc and Marion dive into that, plus other interesting numbers from 2024 – including the international markets, bond markets and more – in this week’s episode to help you get a better understanding of the financial landscape as we get deeper into the new year.
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 687834
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Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Marc is back for this week's episode of Dollars & Sense, and he's guiding the ship solo as Marion is out on vacation. Marc kicks things off with some reflection on his time off for a family vacation and then dives into the topic of today's episode - the importance of knowing your insurance details in case of disaster.
With the recent devastation in California from the wildfires, insurance needs are at the top of everyone's minds. Listen to this week's episode for some tips on what to look for within your policies.
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 685280
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Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
With Marc on vacation this week, Marion is joined by Christian to discuss a very interesting topic - client's best and worst investments! Listen along as Christian and Marion give insight into the two most common "best investments" that clients tell them about, plus the one that is most commonly thought of as a "worst" investment. Do you agree with their choices?
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 681836
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Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
You’ve all heard of the phrase “keeping up with the joneses” and may have even been subject to its influence. But as you start thinking about retirement, it becomes very personal to YOU.
In this week’s episode of Dollars & Sense, Marc & Marion discuss the constant issue of moving the goalposts when it comes to financial and retirement planning. They also discuss the problem of retirees not knowing how to spend their money once they reach retirement.
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC. Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 676989
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Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Will the stock market at the end of next year be up or down compared to where it was at the end of 2024? Will U.S. investments outperform international investments?
In this week’s episode of Dollars & Sense, Marc & Marion ring in the new year with a predictions special! Watch and listen along as they go through several different questions the market faces in 2025 and what they think may happen. Want to play along at home? Grab a pen and sheet of paper!
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC.
Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 676228
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Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
It’s that time of year again. As the ball drops in a few nights, we’re bound to see gyms flooded with newcomers and little space to move in the organic food aisle at the supermarket. That’s right – it's New Years Resolutions season.
In this week’s edition of Dollars & Sense, Marc & Marion discuss the topic of resolutions and how big changes in your life can start with financial decisions. Listen along and you’ll even hear Marc tell us his one resolution for 2025!
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC.
Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 673695
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
With the holidays hitting next week, it's time for some last-minute shopping! Marc & Marion have an important message in this week's episode - it's OK to spend some money! Listen along as they discuss one of the biggest traps people fall into when financial planning - not spending ANY of their money. There's a time to save and a time to spend, and in this episode they break down why December is normally a good time to open up your wallet.
A full complement of Dollars & Sense broadcasts found here.
DISCLOSURES:
During Dollars & Sense with Freedman Financial, your host, Marc Freedman, may discuss specific financial planning and investment ideas. These discussions are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations.
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial, a Member of FINRA and SIPC.
Always consult a Certified Financial Planner professional, qualified attorney, or tax advisor prior to investing to determine what is appropriate for you.
Tracking #: 671010
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