On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down why stocks just had their best month in five years while gold is plunging—despite global conflict—and what that signals about investor sentiment, inflation expectations, and where markets may head next. They also uncover a report revealing over $160 million in missed or underpaid Social Security benefits impacting thousands of retirees, discuss the real risks of letting AI make financial decisions on your behalf, and answer listener questions on Roth conversions, charitable giving strategies, and whether real estate still deserves a place in a high-net-worth portfolio.

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down why stocks just had their best month in five years while gold is plunging&mdash;despite global conflict&mdash;and what that signals about investor sentiment, inflation expectations, and where markets may head next. They also uncover a report revealing over $160 million in missed or underpaid Social Security benefits impacting thousands of retirees, discuss the real risks of letting AI make financial decisions on your behalf, and answer listener questions on Roth conversions, charitable giving strategies, and whether real estate still deserves a place in a high-net-worth portfolio.

For more than 20 years, the Simply Money radio show has provided straightforward and entertaining explanations of how the economy and stock market affect your wealth. Join Allworth advisors Bob Sponseller and Brian James from our Cincinnati team as they offer unique financial perspectives—along with smart tax and estate planning strategies—to help you make the most of your money.

The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a comprehensive analysis of the topics discussed. It should not be interpreted as personalized investment advice or relied upon as such. The information is not intended to convey any implicit or explicit guarantee or sense of assurance that, if followed, any investment strategies referenced will produce a positive or desired outcome. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. There can be no assurance that any investment strategy or decision will achieve its intended objectives or result in a positive return. It is important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and seek professional advice before making any investment decisions.

For more than 20 years, the Simply Money radio show has provided straightforward and entertaining explanations of how the economy and stock market affect your wealth. Join Allworth advisors Bob Sponseller and Brian James from our Cincinnati team as they offer unique financial perspectives—along with smart tax and estate planning strategies—to help you make the most of your money. The information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a comprehensive analysis of the topics discussed. It should not be interpreted as personalized investment advice or relied upon as such. The information is not intended to convey any implicit or explicit guarantee or sense of assurance that, if followed, any investment strategies referenced will produce a positive or desired outcome. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal. There can be no assurance that any investment strategy or decision will achieve its intended objectives or result in a positive return. It is important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and seek professional advice before making any investment decisions.

For more than 20 years, the Simply Money radio show has provided straightforward and entertaining explanations of how the economy and stock market affect your wealth. Join Allworth advisors Bob Sponseller and Brian James from our Cincinnati team as...

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On this episode of On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian tackle a question that hits differently when you’ve built real wealth: if the market dropped 20% tomorrow, what would you actually do? They walk through the emotional and mathematical realities of managing a $2–10 million portfolio, why risk tolerance and plan design don’t always align, and how shifting from accumulation to preservation changes everything. You’ll also hear strategies around sequence of returns risk, separating income streams from piles of money, and why diversification today may mean more than just a 60/40 portfolio., Bob and Brian tackle a question that hits differently when you’ve built real wealth: if the market dropped 20% tomorrow, what would you actually do? They walk through the emotional and mathematical realities of managing a $2–10 million portfolio, why risk tolerance and plan design don’t always align, and how shifting from accumulation to preservation changes everything. You’ll also hear strategies around sequence of returns risk, separating income streams from piles of money, and why diversification today may mean more than just a 60/40 portfolio.

On this episode of On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian tackle a question that hits differently when you&rsquo;ve built real wealth: if the market dropped 20% tomorrow, what would you actually do? They walk through the emotional and mathematical realities of managing a $2&ndash;10 million portfolio, why risk tolerance and plan design don&rsquo;t always align, and how shifting from accumulation to preservation changes everything. You&rsquo;ll also hear strategies around sequence of returns risk, separating income streams from piles of money, and why diversification today may mean more than just a 60/40 portfolio., Bob and Brian tackle a question that hits differently when you&rsquo;ve built real wealth: if the market dropped 20% tomorrow, what would you actually do? They walk through the emotional and mathematical realities of managing a $2&ndash;10 million portfolio, why risk tolerance and plan design don&rsquo;t always align, and how shifting from accumulation to preservation changes everything. You&rsquo;ll also hear strategies around sequence of returns risk, separating income streams from piles of money, and why diversification today may mean more than just a 60/40 portfolio.

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On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the key life moments when calling your financial advisor can make—or cost—you thousands. They also tackle a surprising trend: why retirees with millions saved still feel financially insecure, and how shifting from pension-style income to managing a “pile of money” has changed everything. Plus, insights from CIO Andy Stout on how tax-efficient investing strategies like tax loss harvesting and direct indexing can add real after-tax returns, and practical advice on gifting strategies, insurance gaps, and why not having a power of attorney could create major problems for your family.

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down the key life moments when calling your financial advisor can make&mdash;or cost&mdash;you thousands. They also tackle a surprising trend: why retirees with millions saved still feel financially insecure, and how shifting from pension-style income to managing a &ldquo;pile of money&rdquo; has changed everything. Plus, insights from CIO Andy Stout on how tax-efficient investing strategies like tax loss harvesting and direct indexing can add real after-tax returns, and practical advice on gifting strategies, insurance gaps, and why not having a power of attorney could create major problems for your family.

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On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down why even famous market predictors like Michael Burry shouldn’t drive your investment decisions, how volatility and bad news can actually create opportunity in a diversified portfolio, whether a vacation home is worth it, and smart strategies for handling burnout, large RMDs, real estate complexity, and co-signing risks.

On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down why even famous market predictors like Michael Burry shouldn&rsquo;t drive your investment decisions, how volatility and bad news can actually create opportunity in a diversified portfolio, whether a vacation home is worth it, and smart strategies for handling burnout, large RMDs, real estate complexity, and co-signing risks.

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