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Buying a Home | When to Buy

Episode 503: From clearing debts to choosing the right mortgage, Ryan and Abbie prepare first-time homebuyers for the largest purchase of their lives. They also discuss key questions you should answer as you consider buying a home in today’s housing market.

Beyond Retirement | Special Trusts

Episode 502: Zach and Matthew help you think through your purpose, values, and goals for life beyond retirement. They also give you pointers on how to provide lifetime support for a disabled heir without jeopardizing their government benefits.

Dying Will-less | Retirement Fallacies

Episode 501: This week Steve and Ryan look into what happens when a loved one dies without a will, and if there is anything you can do about the consequences.  The Money Doctors also uncover six misconceptions that may sabotage your retirement finances.

Master Manipulators | Tricky Taxes

Episode 500: On our 500^th episode of MoneyMD, the Money Doctors inoculate you against an assortment of highly effective financial scams.  They also unpack some of the more puzzling tax questions surrounding your retirement.

Investing Together | Insurance Insights

Episode 499: John and Matthew discuss six strategies couples can use to safeguard their investments and retirement objectives.  They also do a deep dive into permanent life insurance. 

The 4% Rule | Deflation 101

Episode 498: Steve and Zach weigh in on a hot topic of debate: Can retirees still trust the 4% withdrawal guideline? They also tackle the topic of deflation this week, examining its triggers, effects, and the current U.S. climate.

Inflation 101 | Payday Panic

Episode 497: Zach and Matthew delve into the causes and effects of inflation and how to cushion against its impacts. You’ll also learn how to harness the power of a well-structured budget and take control of your financial future.

Wealth Protection | Fraud Immunization

Episode 496: Steve and Ryan discuss a number of planning tools that can be used to safeguard your wealth from potential lawsuits and creditors.  They also immunize you against all manner of financial scams, from tax and credit card fraud to online dating scams.

Working Remotely | Retirement Regrets

Episode 495: Matthew and Ryan discuss the unique loneliness faced by remote workers and explore a few innovative ways to combat it.  They also share some lessons that three retirees wished they had learned before stepping away from their careers.

Retirement Regrets | Forgiveness Overturned

Episode 494: Steve and Zach warn you of nine hazards to steer clear of on the road to retirement.  They also discuss the Supreme Court’s recent rejection of student-loan forgiveness and how you can best prepare for resuming those payments.