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In this episode, we dive into the heated discussions around election-season tax proposals with a special focus on how they could impact your financial future. From eliminating taxes on Social Security and overtime to controversial ideas like taxing unrealized capital gains, we’ll explore who stands to benefit and if reality matches the shiny brochure of the presentation of these ideas. We’ll also examine the implications of lifting payroll tax caps, expanding the Child Tax Credit, and the fairness of the tax system.

Join us for the 100th episode of our podcast where Brian and his daughter, Hannah, explore the evolution of financial literacy from adolescence to college. In Hannah’s second appearance on the podcast (three years since her first show), this episode features discussions on the importance of early savings, adhering to a budget, and the basics of investing. They also tackle practical financial skills and the art of making informed financial decisions.

In this episode, we’re going to take a look at some academic market theories through a set of fresh eyes. Summer intern Kayla is back to share her insights into market efficiencies and help answer the ever-elusive question of whether or not you can beat the market. We delve into Eugene Fama's Efficient Market Hypothesis, contrasting real-world examples of market efficiencies and failures, from the Challenger Disaster to the Mortgage Crisis. Learn about the tug-of-war between active and passive investment strategies and gather key takeaways to optimize your portfolio.

In this episode of Make The Dough Rise, we explore the critical yet often overlooked aspects of retirement planning—sequence of returns, long-term super cycles, and withdrawal rates. Join us as our summer intern, Kayla, shares fresh insights from her research on market efficiencies and investing strategies. Plus, we'll analyze scenarios of retirees facing vastly different financial landscapes based on timing alone, revealing how choices made during major market events like the dot-com bubble and other financial crises can drastically alter one's financial future. Whether it's panic selling or attempting to time the market, learn why staying disciplined with a well-thought-out investment plan is crucial.

It’s time to revisit some of our favorite wacky indicators that we discussed for the first time back in 2022. Today we’ll find out if Starbucks and gold prices are solid indicators of the economy’s direction. We’ll also give you an update on Social Security in the wake of the annual report released by the trustees. Can you believe that the news isn’t all bad? Listen to this episode of Make the Dough Rise to find out all the details. Finally, we celebrate a cool recognition for the podcast and welcome a new voice, intern Kayla, to the show!

While you're tidying up the garage and carrying on your traditional spring cleaning tasks, tune into this episode of Make The Dough Rise where we focus on "spring cleaning" your finances, covering essential topics such as tax preparation, the importance of beneficiary reviews, and strategic updates to your investment portfolio. Could Small Cap Value be the most undervalued segment in the market right now? We'll also provide insights into effective planning tools and the implications of upcoming tax law changes.

Dive into the evolving global landscape in our latest episode of Make The Dough Rise, where we explore the seismic shifts challenging the post-WWII status quo. This "New World Order" could change how we think and approach personal and macro-finance conversations for decades to come. From the end of America's role as the global maritime protector to the pressing realities of de-globalization and the unprecedented energy shifts, we dissect how these changes are reshaping economies and geopolitics. Tune in as we seek to understand a new era defined by industrial upheaval, energy revolutions, and the critical need for innovation in facing the future's uncertain tides.

It’s time to turn our attention to 2024 and unravel the potential twists and turns ahead in the financial world. With the "Recession is coming" mantra entering its third year, we explore the diminishing shadows of inflation and emerging signs of industrial deflation. And as we step into an election year, we demystify the impact of political shifts on the market, and we don't shy away from addressing the elephant in the room: Federal actions. Will there be a shift from rate raising to cutting? Finally, we wrap up with a crucial segment on strategic goal setting. Join us for this episode as we equip you with the knowledge and strategies to make 2024 not just another year, but a milestone in your financial journey.

With 2024 almost here, this episode seeks to take a positive reflection on 2023. We'll highlight some personal and professional achievements from the year and give you some tips on how to make the most out of your remaining days this year. We'll also reflect on an issue that has gained more national attention, Social Security overpayments. Brian brought this to light on the last episode and shares additional insights with us today. We'll conclude with some money moves you can consider in the final few weeks of the year like tax optimization, charitable giving strategies, end-of-year contributions, and more...

Explore the tangled web of healthcare economics on this episode of Make The Dough Rise. We're tackling the sky high rise of health insurance costs, the historical roots of current policies, and the entangled systems that drive these soaring prices. Brian will also provide an update on his recent story about navigating the rigid structures of Social Security and what the migration of thousands of millionaires to new countries means for the global financial climate (BRICS).