Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan help a listener understand some fundamentals of investing. Ted Minor offers suggestions on "getting ready for retirement." Rob Clement gives the audience points to consider if you are planning on "aging in place." 

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Drew Johnson are joined by Rusty Leonard of Stewardship Partners to get an update on the economy, including what's going on with the Middle East. 

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan help a listener decide what to do with their tax refund. Jason Herrington and Jacob Norman helps the audience navigate long-term care and understand the principles of being "financially fit."  

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan answer questions regarding putting annuities into your 401K. Drew Johnson offers results from the first quarter of the financial year. Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau returns for "Scam School." And a question is brought before the committee: Is AI coming for our jobs? 

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, Abby Wilson, Jonathan Jewell, and Katie Abart are here to discuss all things insurance, from home and auto insurance to the differences between permanent insurance and term insurance. 

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, Jason Herrington, and Cullen West help you in your quest to find the right financial advisor and offer financial strategies for special needs children or adults.  

Jim Shoemaker, Ted Minor, and Scott Jordan help listeners discern between "strategic allocations" and "tactical allocations." Jered Haddad raises awareness about Multiple Myeloma during this Myeloma Action Month. Dr. Jim Whitmire and Luke Whitmire discuss their upcoming "Passion Play." 

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan help answer a question related to life insurance under a former spouse's plan. Shannon Dyson and Claire Greene address common mistakes related to Medicare. Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau takes listeners to "Scam School," this time addressing tax fraud and robo calls. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by his good friend Bob Doll from Crossmark Global Investments to get his "predictions" on the economy. Scott Jordan helps answer a couple's question about their upcoming retirement. Rob Clement identifies signs of senior abuse. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined once more by Kurt Czarnowski of Czarnowski Consulting to discuss all things Social Security. Scott Jordan answers a question related to starting a savings plan for your children, while Drew Johnson looks back and ahead at 2023 and 2024. 

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Michael Powell teach listeners how to effectively utilize their tax refunds and answer a question related to credit scores. Class is IN session, and Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau is BACK to take everyone to "Scam School."

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan help answer an all-important question about BANKRUPTCY. Ted Minor clears the air regarding myths about claiming Social Security. Abby Wilson offers listeners "favorable financial habits."  

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Drew Johnson attempt to explain the complicated dance that is...the economy, why it moves the way it does. David Bodine from Robinwood Retirement Community helps listeners in their own retirement selection processes. 

Rusty Leonard from Stewardship Partners joins Jim Shoemaker to offer an economic update, giving an insight into 2024. Scott Jordan and Jason Herrington give listeners the tools to dig out of their investment pitfalls. 

Jim Shoemaker, Drew Johnson, and Scott Jordan have brought their crystal ball as they attempt to predict economic conditions for 2024. Also, Dr. Ben Taylor of Bellevue Baptist Church is here to let listeners know about a free opportunity to receive dental care called Mission of Mercy. 

It's the New Year, and Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau has tactics to best scammers in 2024. Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan answers questions regarding inflation, with Dane Williams and Jonathan Jewell offering insight into the world of property insurance. 

Jim Shoemaker, Drew Johnson, and Scott Jordan take a look at 2023 "in the rearview mirror" and gaze into the crystal ball with predictions for 2024. Rob Clement offers caregivers potential warning signs of elder abuse against their aging loved ones. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by a cavalcade of guests from Shoemaker Financial to discuss their fondest Christmas memories, from ornaments to Cabbage Patch Kids. 

Tis the season, and Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, Jason Herrington, and Jacob Norman are here to help you get financially FIT for 2024, and maybe even throw in some gift-giving advice as well. 

Jonathan ("John") Glenn from Shoemaker Financial helps you protect against threats to your retirement plan. Daniel Irwin from the BBB takes listeners to holiday shopping "Scam School." Scott Jordan offers guidance for one listener trying to survive unemployment. 

Jim Shoemaker enlists the help of Scott Jordan and Michael Powell to alleviate the tension caused by finances for a soon-to-be-married couple, on behalf of the bride-to-be's father. Listen to previous shows at NewsTalk989.com.

Greg Valliere is back to offer updates from Washington, D.C. Jim Shoemaker, then, enlists Scott Jordan and Steve Anderson to help listeners determine how much life insurance coverage they may need and know what to expect from the 2024 market. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by Kurt Czarnowski from Czarnowski Consulting, who offers updates on Social Security. Scott Jordan gives year-end investment pointers. Shannon Dyson and Claire Greene walk through Medicare and open enrollment.  

November is National Caregiver's Month. And so, Jim brings in Scott Jordan to give listeners 10 tips for family caregivers. Jacob Norman offers insight into constructing a well-rounded financial plan. Drew Johnson looks into why November is such a good month in the market. 

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan answer a listener's question regarding predictions for the 2024 market year. Paul Malley from Aging With Dignity discusses "Five Wishes" for end of life care. Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau is back for more "Scam School."

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Jason Herrington answer your questions relating to disposing of old financial documents and what to ask a financial advisor. Abby Wilson and Cullen West offer insight into what it's like to first start off in the financial advisory career field. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by a plethora of experts this week! Scott Jordan helps answer a question related to property ownership. Rusty Leonard from Stewardship Partners gives an economic update, including what's going on in the Middle East. Drew Johnson helps listeners learn how to "manage the managers." 

Jim Shoemaker brings in Scott Jordan to offer investing fundamentals. Drew Johnson emphasizes the importance of active management for fixed-income investing. Shannon Dyson helps listeners implement a stellar health plan.  

Jim Shoemaker is joined by Steve Anderson and Scott Jordan to answer such questions as whether or not the market is affected by the government shutdown or upcoming elections. Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau is back and ready to take listeners to "Scam School." 

Jim Shoemaker enlists the assistance of Scott Jordan to offer fundamental financial principles, including the "Bucket System." Steve Anderson checks in to see what is going on with the Federal Reserve. Jacob Norman offers an update on student loans. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined once more by Scott Jordan and Shannon Dyson to follow-up on their discussions last week related to estate planning and why your healthcare plan is designed to benefit everyone but you. Rob Clement gives the warning signs of elder abuse and scams. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined once more by Greg Valliere of AGF Investments to get an update on Washington, D.C. Scott Jordan helps listeners navigate estate planning. Shannon Dyson answers the question of your health plan is designed to benefit everyone but you. 

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Michael Powell help answer questions about buying gold and life planning for retirement. Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau returns for more "Scam School" to arm listeners with the tools they need to combat the scams that plague the MidSouth.    

Jim Shoemaker, Jason Herrington, and Michael Powell arm you with the right questions to ask your prospective financial advisor and offer insights on how you might run out of money during retirement. 

Jim Shoemaker enlists the help of Scott Jordan to answer questions related to manipulated economic numbers, and Steve Anderson debunks Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Shannon Dyson gives keys to managing self-funded health plans.    

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan are joined by Kurt Czarnowski from Czarnowski Consulting to discuss Social Security and Karen Vogelsang from ARISE2Read to highlight the impact her organization has had on improving the literacy rate for 2nd graders all throughout the Mid South. 

Jim Shoemaker enlists the assistance of Steve Anderson and Scott Jordan to answer quality questions such as "Are gambling and investing the same?" Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau returns for another round of "Scam School," this time highlighting such scams as child identity fraud. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by Rusty Leonard from Stewardship Partners to get a midyear economic update. Scott Jordan answers important interconnected questions about buying a house, a 401K plan, and a savings account. Shannon Dyson offers updates on healthcare costs. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by Jason Herrington, who address nine investment pitfalls, and Scott Jordan, who seeks to alleviate concerns related to the recent UPS strike. Maximilian is back to discuss the strangest forms of currency in history. 

Dr. Kevin Westbrook from Strategic Aim Consulting joins Jim Shoemaker as he discusses the dangers of "Generative AI." Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau talks about the latest scams to plague the MidSouth area. Scott Jordan ties these topics together as he goes back to investing fundamentals. 

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan offer the ever important financial advice of "know yourself." Dane Williams of Shoemaker Insurance Solutions talks about the difficulty of filing insurance claims in the Mid-South following recent storms. Rob Clement helps you look out for financial exploitation of senior citizens. 

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Steve Anderson help you put together a stock portfolio and answer an "out of this world" question. Greg Valliere of AGF Investments gives folks an update from Washington DC. 

Jim Shoemaker enlists the help of Scott Jordan and Drew Johnson to answer questions regarding whether one should invest in gold as part of a well-constructed portfolio. Shannon Dyson offers strategies for controlling employer healthcare costs. 

Jim Shoemaker and Scott Jordan offer fundamentals for seasoned and fresh investors. Dane Williams discusses state insurance issues. Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau takes listeners to "Scam School" as he offers insights into rental car scams, just in time for the summer traveling season. 

Jim Shoemaker is joined by Kurt Czarnowski from Czarnowski Consulting to discuss all things Social Security. Jason Herrington and Scott Jordan answer the all-important question of how to properly select a financial professional.  

Jim Shoemaker has a loaded house of guests this week: Steve Anderson offers thoughts on whether the US Dollar will no longer be the central currency of the world market. Scott Jordan offers fundamentals of investing related to this subject. Jason Herrington reveals some principles of long-term investing. And Ted Minor answers the question of whether Social Security can be fixed.  

Jim Shoemaker receives predictions for 2023 from Bob Doll of Crossmark Global Investments. Kevin Westbrook from Strategic Aim Consulting discusses fears related to AI. Frank Lequerica offers advice to young couples on budgeting for their child's future college funds.       

Jim Shoemaker, Scott Jordan, and Shannon Dyson discuss strategies for controlling your company's healthcare costs. Also, in a special edition of "Scam School," Daniel Irwin from the Better Business Bureau is joined by "co-professor" Rob Clement to discuss imposter scams. 

Jim Shoemaker enlists Scott Jordan to answer a listener's question regarding the First Republic Bank incident in San Francisco. Steve Anderson gives an update on the economy. Drew Johnson answers a second listener's question regarding ESG funds.  

Jim Shoemaker is joined once again by Rusty Leonard from Stewardship Partners to get an economic update after the first quarter. Scott Jordan lends a hand with questions from the listeners. Jason Herrington offers advice about remaining "financially fit." Lastly, Jacob Norman discusses the importance of planning for long-term care.