Challenges Retirees Face
Russ Hackmann discusses the current state of the markets and the impact of political forces on tech market leaders. He also highlights the challenges faced by people retiring in the next five years and the importance of having a solid financial plan. The conversation touches on topics such as hangi…
The Market’s Reaction to Politics
Russ Hackman focuses on the impact of the presidential race and changes in tax laws on the markets and individuals. He mentions some features of each candidate’s platform and the reception to each by the markets. Russ also touches on the importance of managing risk and the potential for interest …
Elections and the Markets
Russ opens with his market update with information on the performance of tech stocks, the volatility of the market leading up to elections, interest rates on savings, and the potential impact of political unrest on financial health. The conversation also touches on the importance of financial healt…
Keep Your Retirement Money
Russ discusses various topics related to finance and retirement planning. He touches on market volatility, the importance of protecting gains, and the potential impact of inflation. He also shares quotes from Warren Buffett and discusses the fear of running out of money in retirement. Russ discus…
Prepare for all Financial Scenarios
Russ talks about the extreme outperformance of the NASDAQ and the potential risks associated with it. He emphasizes the importance of holding on to gains and being cautious of red flags in financial advisors. Russ also discusses the importance of tax planning and the need for a comprehensive retir…
How Long for the Market Party?
Russ discusses various topics related to finance and retirement. He touches on the benefits of having a financial advisor versus doing it yourself, the current state of the markets, and the integration of AI into iPhones. Russ also covers retirement rule changes, such as the increase in the age for…
Elections and the Economy
Russ Hackmann covers various topics related to finance, investing, market trends, and the behavior of successful investors. He also delves into the impact of technology stocks, the November election, and the inverted yield curve on the economy. The discussion provides insights into the habits of mi…
Inflation’s Impact on the Average Person
Russ Hackman covers topics such as inflation, market trends, financial planning, and investment strategies. The conversation delves into the impact of inflation on the average American, the wobbling market, the importance of low-cost mutual funds, and the benefits of rolling over TSP to an IRA. Lis…
Financial Cautious Optimism
Russ provides a market update with some cautious optimism with the advice to always be prepared for the financial Cat 5 storm. Russ advises against investing in municipal bonds due to the risks associated with lending to government entities. Russ also emphasizes the significance of planning for re…
Economy: The Long View
The Wall Street Sweeper podcast covers various financial topics, including social security, retirement strategies, and the impact of AI on the economy. The host, Russ Hackmann, discusses the bullish outlook for the stock market in the long term, but also emphasizes the need for risk management and …