The “2019 Trends in Investing Survey” was published earlier this month in the Journal of Financial Planning. Our Money Man, Certified Financial Planner Paul Fain, joins us now to review the survey’s findings. ACCORDING TO THE SURVEY, WHAT ARE FINANCIAL ADVISERS...
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Should Bond Investments Be a Part of Your Portfolio?
Wondering if bond investments should be an integral part of your portfolio? Below are some common questions regarding investing in bonds. What are bonds? Bonds are simply IOUs. By buying a bond, you are in effect, making a loan. In return, the borrower (or issuer)...
How Much Should You Save for College?
This morning we have a “viewer” question about 529 College Savings Plans…are they the best way to save for college? Let’s ask our Money Man, Certified Financial Planner Paul Fain. PAUL, WE KNOW THAT COLLEGE IS EXPENSIVE, REALLY EXPENSIVE, WHAT IS THE CURRENT PRICE...
Trade War with China: Deal or No Deal?
Deal or No Deal? Let’s talk what everyone’s talking about, the trade war with China and tariffs. What is the bottom line –the impact on your money? Paul Fain, president of Asset Planning Corporation, joins us again this morning with your Sunday Money. PAUL, LET’S...
Can You Make A Social Impact With Your Investments?
You may have heard the term “Impact Investing” – which is a term for investing based on things like social or environmental values. While putting money into investments that do good is growing in popularity, is it smart for your money? Certified Financial Planner Paul...
What Is An IPO?
Facebook, Blue Apron, Pinterest, Lyft and Uber – what do they have in common? All of these companies made their stock available to investors in Initial Public Offerings, or IPOs. What is an IPO and should we invest in one? Certified Financial Planner Paul Fain...
How Can Parents Teach Saving And Investing Lessons?
This week, we’ve got another viewer question for our Moneyman, Paul Fain - president of Asset Planning Corporation. Wayne asks: “How can parents give their children a solid foundation in lifelong saving and investing?” PAUL, WAYNE RAISES A GOOD POINT, PARENTS ARE...
How Did Investments Perform In Quarter 1, 2019?
The first quarter of 2019 is in the books. How did your investments perform? Our Moneyman, Certified Financial Planner Paul Fain, reviews the Q1 tale of the tape. PAUL, LAST YEAR WAS FORGETTABLE FOR INVESTORS, HOW ARE WE FARING SO FAR IN 2019? Best Quarter in a...
What are the 6 behaviors that predict future wealth?
What are the 6 behaviors that predict future wealth? Our moneyman, Certified Financial Planner Paul Fain, joins us now to share the traits of people who know how to build financial security. PAUL, LET’S DIVE IN, WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BEHAVIORS OF GOOD WEALTH CREATORS?...
Tips To Help Avoid “Bad” Investments
Over the past few months, several investor lawsuits have made headlines in the Knoxville area. How can you avoid making bad investments? What are the right questions to ask before writing a check to a financial advisor? Our moneyman Paul Fain, president of Asset...