Synopsis
For more than 20 years, Money Matters, Scott Hanson and Pat McClains weekly call-in talk radio program, has fielded thousands of questions from callers just like you.
Episodes
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Scott’s trip to Cuba, investing funds from a property sale, and paying for home care for a parent
28/05/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about how to invest funds from the sale of a property. Scott shares fascinating economic observations from his recent trip to Cuba. Then we talk to a caller that is nearing retirement, has a paid off his mortgage, but has little other savings. Lastly, we talk to someone about how to best fund a parent’s home care. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Recovering losses from an old annuity, and maximizing returns during retirement
21/05/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about recovering losses from an old annuity. We then take a call from a retiree looking for investment strategies that will maximize his returns. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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What should be done with old annuities?
14/05/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about what to do with an old annuity. Then, we take a call from a retired teacher looking for the best options for investing an old annuity and other savings. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Investing a large sum of cash, student loans, and IRAs vs Roth IRAs
07/05/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about where to invest money from the sale of a business. We then take a call about applying for student loans later in life, and how to pay them off. Next, a call about the ideal way to pay for a child’s college education. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk about the tax advantages of converting a IRA to a Roth IRA. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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IRAs vs. Roth IRAs and 401k Plans
30/04/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about the differences between a regular IRA and a Roth IRA. Then we take a call about what to do when her company dropped their 401k plan. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk to a government worker who wants to know how to invest their 401k upon retirement. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Social Security and Medicare, old stock certificates, and the fiduciary standard
23/04/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: We talk to a caller about Social Security and Medicare. Then, we take a call about what to do with an old stock certificate. Lastly, Scott and Pat discuss the importance of working with an advisor that follows the fiduciary standard. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Scott’s new book, capital gains, and CDs
16/04/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about Scott’s new book, Personal Decision Points. Next, we take a call about capital gains and charitable remainder trusts. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk to someone nearing the maturation date of a CD, who is wondering if they should buy another one, or invest elsewhere else. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Inherited assets, Roth vs a traditional 401(k), hedge funds, and changes to the fiduciary standard
09/04/2016 Duration: 49minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about creating a positive attitude as you approach retirement. Next, we take a call about inherited assets, followed by a question about the most tax-effective way to save money for the future. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk about hedge funds, before concluding with a discussion about pending changes to the fiduciary standard. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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RMDs, saving for retirement, mutual funds, and a special guest
02/04/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about what to do with funds received from RMDs. Next, we take a question about making sure one is properly saving for retirement. Then, a question about mutual funds. Lastly, we talk to Hanson McClain’s Chief Investment Officer, David Schauer, about the first quarter in the markets. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Advisor fees, annuities, and automatic rebalancing
26/03/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about the cost of working with an advisor. Next, we take a question about whether to terminate or ride out a variable life insurance policy. Lastly, a question about automatic rebalancing on a 401k that’s still with a previous employer. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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RMDs, working with an investment advisor, and investing liquid assets
19/03/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about how to determine which retirement accounts to withdraw from first. Next, we take an interesting question about working with an investment advisor. Lastly, an inquiry about investing liquid assets in retirement. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Preparing investments for retirement, and state employee service credit
12/03/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about preparing for retirement when self employed. Next, we take a question from teacher looking for investment guidance ahead of retirement. Lastly, a question from a state worker asking about buying back service credit Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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Being properly diversified, contributing to an IRA in retirement, and Social Security means testing.
05/03/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about what it means to be properly diversified. Next, we take a question from a widow looking to retire and still contribute to her IRA. Lastly, a question about “means testing” Social Security from a retired state worker that actually had to go back to work. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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State pensions, Social Security, helping children save for retirement, and indexed annuities
20/02/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about how receiving a state pension affects Social Security income. Next, we take a question from a caller asking the best way to help his children start saving for retirement once they graduate from college. Lastly, a question about Live Abundant indexed annuities. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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2/13/2016 – Structured Cashflow Plans, Market Index Annuities, and flexible 401K plans
13/02/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with Scott and Pat advising a man with a “structured cash flow” plan that promised unrealistic returns. Next, we take a question from a caller asking about a market index annuity sold by his bank. Lastly, a question about a flexible 401k plan. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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2/6/2016 – Dangers of Variable Universal Life Insurance, investing at an advanced age, and paying for long-term care
06/02/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about the dangers of Variable Universal Life insurance as an investment option. Next, we take a call about investment options for an elderly person that just came into a large amount of money. Lastly, a question from someone asking about buying an annuity for their 90-year old mother as a way to pay for long-term care. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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1/30/2016 – Investing RMDs, Pension Options, and Roth IRAs
30/01/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a caller inquiring about the best places to invest funds from RMDs. Next, we take a call about single life versus survivor insurance options on a pension. Lastly, we answer a question about setting up a Roth IRA. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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1/23/16 - Market Volatility, Annuities, Roth IRA, Retirement Readiness
23/01/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat welcome new listeners in the Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA) markets! The episode begins with a discussion about the recent volatility in the financial markets. We then field a call regarding fixed annuities from a relative of a person with Alzheimer’s. Next, we take a call about rolling over assets from a traditional 401K into a Roth near retirement in a bear market. Lastly, we take a call from someone seeking to know if they are financially ready to retire this year. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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January 16, 2015
16/01/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat welcome new listeners in Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA)! The episode begins with a discussion about recent market volatility. We then field a call about accelerating retirement investments by age 67. Next, we take a call about the best time to roll over an old ESOP plan. Lastly, we take a call about how much a person should save outside a public-sector employee pension. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.
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January 9, 2016
09/01/2016 Duration: 48minOn this week’s Money Matters: We welcome new listeners in Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA)! The episode begins with a couple asking Scott and Pat how to prepare for a retirement that seems to be approaching too fast. Then we receive a call about whether it’s better to let the state or a financial advisor manage one’s 457, which leads to a discussion about how to check the quality of your financial advisor. Lastly, a call about the benefits of paying off the mortgage before retirement. Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics. Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.