Financial Decoder

Financial Decoder


Latest Episodes

How Do You Save for Vacations & Travel?
July 08, 2024

Mark Riepe and Cindy Scott discuss how financial planning can help you save for short-term goals like travel and vacations without adding risk to your long-term financial future.

What Should You Know About Annuities?
June 24, 2024

A basic overview of annuities and how they can fit into an investor's retirement planwith Rob Williams, a managing director and Retirement Income Certified Professional at Schwab.

(Bonus) From On Investing: Mid-Year Outlook
June 17, 2024

What can investors expect from the stock market, the global markets, and politics in the second half of 2024?

(Bonus) Does Your Portfolio Need Decluttering?
April 29, 2024

In the spirit of spring cleaning, Susan Hirshman returns for a bonus episode to share helpful methods for decluttering your portfolio.

Do Investing Pros Make Smart Buy and Sell Decisions?
March 18, 2024

Alex Imas, professor of behavioral science and economics at Chicago Booth, visits to discuss new research into the effects of heuristic thinking on institutional investors' performance.

How Can You Save for College?
March 04, 2024

What financial tools and strategies are available to those planning for college expenses?

What Should You Do with Your Employee Stock?
February 19, 2024

Whether it's stock options, restricted stock units, an employee stock purchase plan, or some other form of equity compensation, many companies offer this vital benefit to employees. But once you have

How Can You Prepare for the Perils of Aging? (Rebroadcast)
July 24, 2023

If you're worried about cognitive decline and avoiding scams, are you taking the right steps to prepare your finances for the future?

What Should You Do If You or Someone You Love Becomes Disabled?
July 10, 2023

If you or a family member has a disability, what dedicated tools and financial safeguards are available?

2023 Mid-Year Market Outlook
June 26, 2023

What can investors expect from the markets in the second half of 2023?