Financial Sense Newshour

FS Insider interviews Kurt Kallaus at ExecSpec.net on the small business boom in America and how it is reminiscent of mid-cycle periods like 1994-1995 or 2004. Kurt discusses a wide range of economic indicators, what they mean for future growth, the move he's making investment-wise related to tariffs, and a whole lot more. Don't miss what he has to say in today's FS Insider podcast! For full access to the interview, please log in and click the MP3 button or click here to subscribe. Questions? Check out our FAQ page. Related:China Syndrome: Tech Leads, Industrials LagBacklog Logjam Signals Middle InningsPeak Optimism, Not Peak Stocks or EconomyPending Market Boom Held Hostage by Trade War Risk

Matthew Kerkhoff, Chief Investment Strategist at Model Investing, tells FS Insider that they are completely out of the bond market with increasing inflationary pressures and the negative drag bonds are having on investor portfolios. Matthew and FS Insider host Cris Sheridan discuss the tariff situation, the macro outlook, leading economic indicators for the US and abroad, investment implications, and much more. For full access to the interview, please log in and click the MP3 button or click here to subscribe. Questions? Check out our FAQ page.

Mark Kantrowitz at Savingforcollege.com joins us today to discuss 529 plans--how they fit into saving for college and education, their main benefits, how they affect financial aid, gift and estate tax benefits, which 529 plan to select and much, much more. For more information, see What is a 529 Plan? Click here to see our full archive of prior Lifetime Income broadcasts on college planning, taxes, real estate, health, and more.

In this week's Lifetime Income podcast, we discuss the problems facing Social Security, Medicare, and the Disability trust fund, including their expected dates of depletion according to the trustee's report, and whether it makes sense to take your benefits early, depending on your current age. Topics of discussion: how much you receive at what age, any penalties or work limitations, and how a person's health needs fit into the picture as well. See how Timothy Newman approaches social security in this week's case study (see PDF presentation).

In this weeks Lifetime Income podcast, we discuss the problems facing Social Security, Medicare, and the Disability trust fund, including their expected dates of depletion according to the trustees report, and whether it makes sense to take your benefits early, depending on your current age. Topics of discussion: how much you receive at what age, any penalties or work limitations, and how a persons health needs fit into the picture as well.

In today's Big Picture podcast, Jim Puplava and John Loeffler dig into a number of comments made this week by new Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on the outlook for inflation, an inversion of the yield curve, and how many more rates hikes are expected this year and next. As we've been saying on the show for many years now, the Fed continues to raise rates until something breaks. Well, the first signs of that are being seen and the Fed (as well as other central banks) seem intent on continuing their course. What does that mean for your investments and what areas of the market will be impacted most? Listen and find out as we look at the big picture! Mentioned during this interview:Fed summary of economic projections

After this week's market wrap-up with Ryan Puplava, Ari Wald, Head of Technical Analysis at Oppenheimer, provides an update on US and international markets, looking at the U.S. dollar, commodities, gold, the yield curve, his overall stock market outlook, the energy sector and more. Next, Financial Sense Newshour speaks with CoreLogic's Molly Boesel to cover the U.S. real estate market. Molly discusses the continuing increase in home prices, supply-demand issues, demographic trends and the impact from Millennials, mortgage rates, and which parts of the market are seeing the greatest appreciation.

In todays Big Picture podcast, Jim Puplava and John Loeffler dig into a number of comments made this week by new Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell on the outlook for inflation, an inversion of the yield curve, and how many more rates hikes are expected this year and next. As weve been saying on the show for many years now, the Fed continues to raise rates until something breaks. Well, the first signs of that are being seen and the Fed (as well as other central banks) seem intent on continuing their course. What does that mean for your investments and what areas of the market will be impacted most? Listen and find out as we look at the big picture!

After this weeks market wrap-up with Ryan Puplava, Ari Wald, Head of Technical Analysis at Oppenheimer, provides an update on U.S. and international markets, looking at the U.S. dollar, commodities, gold, the yield curve, his overall stock market outlook, the energy sector and more. Next, Financial Sense Newshour speaks with CoreLogics Molly Boesel to cover the U.S. real estate market. Molly discusses the continuing increase in home prices, supply-demand issues, demographic trends and the impact from Millennials, mortgage rates, and which parts of the market are seeing the greatest appreciation.

FS Insider interviews Stratfor's Reva Goujon to discuss their third-quarter forecast, looking at how they believe things will progress between the US and North Korea after the historic meeting between Trump and Kim Jong Un, US-China trade wars and the battle over key technologies, and much more. To receive Stratfor's free weekly intelligence reports, visit their site at Stratfor.com. For full access to the interview, please log in and click the MP3 button or click here to subscribe. Questions? Check out our FAQ page. Related source material: Stratfor's 2018 Third-Quarter Forecast Related podcasts:The 5G SuperorganismDr. Woody Brock on Trade Wars in a Globalized EconomyBook Interview: China's Great Wall of DebtStratfor's Reva Goujon on Tariffs, North Korean Pivot

FS Insider interviews Stratfors Reva Goujon to discuss their third quarter forecast, looking at how they believe things will progress between the US and North Korea after the historic meeting between Trump and Kim Jong Un, US-China trade wars and the battle over key technologies, and much more. To receive Stratfors free weekly intelligence reports, visit their site at Stratfor.com.

FS Insider interviews Alex Barrow, co-founder of Macro Ops, to discuss his latest macro intelligence report, A Persistent Bid, on the mathematically backed-in reason for the stock market to trend higher over the long-term and what factors also explain periods of stagnation. Alex ties his analysis into where we are today and how they at Macro Ops are currently investing. For full access to the interview, please log in and click the MP3 button or click here to subscribe. Questions? Check out our FAQ page. Mentioned during this interview:Macro Intelligence Report - A Persistent BidEmerging Market Outflows Likely to Continue

FS Insider interviews Alex Barrow, co-founder of Macro Ops, to discuss his latest macro intelligence report, A Persistent Bid, on the mathematically backed-in reason for the stock market to trend higher over the long-term and what factors also explain periods of stagnation. Alex ties his analysis into where we are today and how they at Macro Ops are currently investing.

FS Insider interviews James Garriss of the Browning World Climate Bulletin to discuss the impacts of the two volcanoes that erupted this year and what they also have on their radar for the remainder of 2018 when it comes to destructive seasonal weather patterns and their associated impacts on various economic regions across the globe. For full access to the interview, please log in and click the MP3 button or click here to subscribe. Questions? Check out our FAQ page

FS Insider interviews James Garriss of the Browning World Climate Bulletin to discuss the impacts of the two volcanoes that erupted this year and what they also have on their radar for the remainder of 2018 when it comes to destructive seasonal weather patterns and their associated impacts on various economic regions across the globe.

Paul Horn, financial planner at Financial Sense Wealth Management, explains the importance of having periodic discussions about money, wealth, and finances with family members. Studies show that most believe this should be done but, unfortunately, only a small minority actually do. The reasons for this are simple and a large part of it is not knowing what and how to communicate. Listen in as Paul Horn CFP explains common challenges, pitfalls, and the basic guidelines of how to prepare heirs for a transfer of wealth and developing common values. Click here to see our full archive of prior Lifetime Income broadcasts on taxes, real estate, health, estate planning and more. Related:Rich Kids Are Counting on Inheritance to Pay for RetirementAmy Castoro on Bridging Generations: Transitioning Family Wealth and Values for a Sustainable LegacyAlicia Munnell on America's Coming Retirement Crisis

Paul Horn, financial planner at Financial Sense Wealth Management, explains the importance of having periodic discussions about money, wealth, and finances with family members. Studies show that most believe this should be done but, unfortunately, only a small minority actually do. The reasons for this are simple and a large part of it is not knowing what and how to communicate. Listen in as Paul Horn CFP explains common challenges, pitfalls, and the basic guidelines of how to prepare heirs for a transfer of wealth and developing common values.

This week we're going to cover the importance of leaving a legacy to your loved ones and the generation that you leave behind. This show is not just about money, but also the values you impart to your children and grandchildren along with that money. The reason this topic is so important is because most large fortunes--over 70%!--fail beyond the third generation. Why is that? That's what today's show is all about, including how to prevent this with your own family. See how Shaun and Tina Blanco approach their legacy in this week's case study, "Legacy Planning: Passing Along Values That Matter" (see PDF presentation).

This week were going to cover the importance of leaving a legacy to your loves ones and the generation that you leave behind. This show is not just about money, but also the values you impart to your children and grandchildren along with that money. The reason this topic is so important is because most large fortunesover 70%!fail beyond the third generation. Why is that? Thats what todays show is all about, including how to prevent this with your own family.

In today's Big Picture, Jim Puplava and John Loeffler discuss each of the factors that affect oil prices--supply and demand, geopolitics, financial forces--and then explain where they think oil prices are headed for the remainder of 2018. Next, in the second part of today's Big Picture, Financial Sense Newshour looks at why dividends still matter for most investors. Stay ahead of the trends! Click here for a FREE TRIAL to our FS Insider podcast