The Real Investment Show Podcast
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5-8-26 Annuities: Smart Move or Costly Mistake?
5-7-26 Semiconductors: Bubble or Bust?
5-7-26 How Markets Ignore the Fear | Before the Bell
5-6-26 Q&A Wednesday - What's Your Biggest Concern?
5-6-26 AI Rally Nears Exhaustion | Before the Bell
5-5-26 Investing vs Trading - Finding the Balance
5-5-26 Cooling-Off Correction Ahead? | Before the Bell
5-4-26 Summer Sell-Off Risk Rising
5-4-26 Markets Near Peak - Pullback Risk Rising | Before the Bell
5-1-26 Gray Divorce: Social Security Secrets
4-30-26 Fed Holds Rates as Powell Stays On
4-30-26 Market Stalls as Risks Build | Before the Bell
4-29-26 Q&A Wednesday: Markets & Your Money
4-29-26 Overextended Markets - Pullback Risk Rising | Before the Bell
4-28-26 The Hidden Costs of Divorce
4-28-26 Narrow Rally Warning | Before the Bell
4-27-26 Why is the Market Ignoring the Strait?
4-27-26 Don't Chase These All-Time Highs | Before the Bell
4-24-26 Smart Wealth Transfer Strategies
4-23-26 Can Warsh Reshape the Fed?
4-23-26 Wait for the Setup | Before the Bell
4-22-26 Q&A Wednesday - Ask Us Anything
4-22-26 Buy the Dip or Wait? | Before the Bell
4-21-26 Financial Illiteracy: Too Big to Ignore
4-21-26 Overbought Market: Wait for the Pullback | Before the Bell
4-20-26 Chase or Fade the Rally?
4-20-26 Don't Chase This Rally | Before the Bell
4-17-26 Your Longevity Score: Are You Ready?
4-16-26 What Will the Fed Do Next?
4-16-26 Markets Rally 11%: What's Next? | Before the Bell
4-15-26 Q&A Wednesday: Markets, Taxes, and Your Money
4-15-26 Markets Hit Highs: Buy Now or Wait? | Before the Bell
4-14-26 Are Financial Advisor Fees Really Worth It?
4-14-26 Buy Signal Is Back - But Don't Chase | Before the Bell
4-13-26 The S&P 500 Rally: What Comes Next?
4-13-26 Back Above 200-DMA? | Before the Bell
4-10-26 What To Do After You Inherit Money
4-9-26 US–Iran Deal: What Investors Must Watch Next
4-9-26 Oil vs Markets: The Ceasefire Test | Before the Bell
4-8-26 Starter Home vs Renting: The Real Money Decisions
4-8-26 Ceasefire Rally: Breakout or Trap? | Before the Bell
4-7-26 AI Advertising Explained: How Brands Win Inside ChatGPT
4-6-26 AI: How To Invest in the Next Industrial Revolution - Brian Dunlap Interview
4-3-26 Taxes Never Go Away
Most retirement plans focus on savings and returns—but that's not what truly puts retirement at risk. Richard Rosso, Sarah Buenger, & Jonathan McCarty commiserate on the annual chore of paying taxes...but, provide helpful guidance in planning so that your tax bite might be lessened. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Investment Advisor, Sarah Buenger, CFP, and Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan McCarty, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - If Rich & Sarah Were on Gilligan's Island 1:05 - The Fine Line Between Tax Prep & Tax Advice 4:32 - More Extensions Does Not Mean Paying Later 6:48 - The Rothification of America 9:02 - Tax Planning & Year-round Engagement 10:46 - Importance of Being Tax-flexible 13:15 - Beware the Dreaded Tax Torpedo 16:10 - The Taxes Chainsaw Massacre 23:09 - Easter Candy Inflation ------ Register for our next Candid Coffee, 4/18/26: https://streamyard.com/watch/qBfU28XDus8N ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/Bbl15fp3VtY?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #RetirementPlanning #RetirementRisks #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #Investing
4-2-26 Fed Trap? Markets Face Inflation, Oil & Treasury Sell-Off
Markets are hitting a critical inflection point—and the stakes are rising fast. A major policy speech from Donald Trump sparked volatility, just as markets tested a key cluster of technical resistance. Now investors are facing a bigger question: is the market environment shifting from a short-term rally to something more structural? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down: Why elevated oil prices could reignite inflation and complicate the Fed's next move Whether the Federal Reserve is walking into a policy trap between inflation and slowing growth What matters more right now: GDP or inflation—and why the answer could surprise you Early warning signs from Nike earnings and forward estimates Why foreign investors may be selling U.S. Treasuries—and what that means for yields and markets The growing debate around fiat currency, private credit stress, and systemic risk How to interpret market narratives and avoid being "sold" the wrong story We also discuss portfolio positioning in a volatile environment, why avoiding emotional reactions is critical, and how to think through multiple market outcomes from both optimistic and pessimistic perspectives. This is a must-watch breakdown for investors navigating rising uncertainty across inflation, interest rates, and global capital flows. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:14 - Trump Address Roils Markets 7:16 - Markets Test Cluster of Resistance 13:00 - Two Moms' Recap 14:16 - Higher Oil Prices' Impact on Economy 16:15 - Markets Looking for Impact on Forward Earnings 18:18 - Avoid Volatility 19:37 - Between AI & Wife, Lance can Quit 20:09 - Elevated Oil Prices, Inflationary Impact - What's the Fed's Move? 22:05 - What Matters More: GDP or Inflation? 26:08 - Chat Etiquette 27:03 - Is the Fed Set Up for a Potential Trap? 28:49 - Nike Earnings & Forward Estimates 30:09 - Is Market Tone Shifting - Why Foreigners are Selling Treasuries Now 35:30 - The Death of Fiat Currency 38:26 - Consider All Perspectives (What are they trying to sell you?) 40:22 - Private Credit Gating - Pessimists vs Optimists ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," TODAY, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/p-Abp5gxKSc ------- Watch our previous show, "Wives Take Over: Money, Marriage, and Real Talk," https://youtube.com/live/wTSSjezC_jI ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "200-DMA Rejection: Bounce or Breakdown?" is here: https://youtu.be/SbKpg_TCsdY ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketUpdate #TechnicalAnalysis #InvestingStrategy #SP500 #FederalReserve #Inflation #StockMarket #InterestRates #Investing
4-2-26 200-DMA Rejection: Bounce or Breakdown? | Before the Bell
Markets delivered the expected oversold bounce earlier this week, but momentum stalled right at a key technical level—the 20-DMA just beneath the 200-DMA. Now, with futures pointing lower following comments over night from President Donald Trump, the market faces its first real test after the recent rally attempt. Was that rally just a reflex bounce, or the start of something more sustainable? In this pre-market update, we break down the two critical paths forward: a deeper correction with a break of recent lows, or a more constructive setup where markets establish a higher low and rebuild toward a move above the 200-DMA. Failures at major resistance levels are common—but what happens next is what matters most. We'll also discuss what to watch over the next few sessions, including momentum signals, relative strength, and the importance of staying unbiased in volatile conditions. If you took profits into the recent rally, you're positioned well. Now it's time to let the market reveal its next move—and react accordingly. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/SbKpg_TCsdY --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketUpdate #TechnicalAnalysis #InvestingStrategy #SP500
4-1-26 Wives Take Over: Money, Marriage, and Real Talk
What happens when the wives take over the show? For this special April Fool's Day edition of #TheRealInvestmentShow, the tables are turned as Michelle Ratliff & Christina Roberts step in to answer the questions investors never hear. From what Lance and Danny would really be doing outside of wealth management, to what happens if they suddenly win the lottery, we blend humor with surprisingly real financial insight. We also dig into the realities of managing money at home: Where couples disagree about finances Where financial values actually align How to teach kids a healthy relationship with money Plus, a hilarious (and relatable) breakdown of "Girl Math" and even "Boy Math" that might sound ridiculous… until you realize you've done it too. Hosted by Hosted by Michelle Ratliff & Christina Roberts Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:58 - Michelle Ratliff & Christina Roberts 2:52 - Three Things About Danny Ratliff 4:16 - Three Things About Lance Roberts 7:44 - What If...? 10:33 - If they won the Lottery... 14:21 - Money Alignments & Mis-alignments 17:26 - Things We Didn't Discuss w Our Kids (but should have) 19:32 - Kids & Bills, & Amazon Culture 29:37 - Travails of Buying a Car 31:25 - The Blow-up Dinosaurs 34:07 - Lance's Diet & Sourdough Bread 36:47 - Online Grocery Shopping 39:31 - Girl Math & Boy Math 44:02 - Pet Stories - Gunner & Sniper, Capone & Ruby ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/wTSSjezC_jI ------- Watch our previous show, "Subprime Crisis 2.0? Private Credit Risks Explained," https://youtube.com/live/3vdXmMNXyV0 ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Oversold Bounce or Bigger Breakdown?" is here: https://youtu.be/GDORUHxf4dM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #PersonalFinance #MoneyAndMarriage #FinancialPlanning #AprilFools #InvestingBasics
3-31-26 Are Markets Becoming Gambling?
A major shift is happening in how younger investors approach the markets—and it may be the most important risk investors are ignoring. From AI-driven investing decisions to social media influencers shaping financial behavior, markets are increasingly influenced by speculation, speed, and hype. At the same time, the rise of options trading, crypto, and leveraged products is blurring the line between investing and gambling. Lance Roberts & Jon Penn break down: Why Gen Z is turning to AI and social media for investment advice The growing influence of financial influencers and crypto platforms The risks behind options trading, 0DTE strategies, and leverage Whether markets are becoming "gamified" and what that means for long-term investors How to separate real investing from speculation Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 1:04 - End of Quarter & Straits of Hormuz 3:00 - Good News - Bad News About April 7:20 - Markets Set up for Reflexive Rally 12:21 - Two Dads on Money & Eating Late 15:10 - Gen-Z Investing w Social Media Influencers - Who Should You Trust? 17:52 - The Social Media Influence Game 20:38 - A Matter of Trust 22:22 - The Allure of Social Media Influencers 25:15 - Shortened Attention Spans & Hold Times 29:34 - Investing out of Every Paycheck 31:32 - The Restaurant Study 36:16 - Tips on Tipping & Mandatory Table Waiting 40:31 - Will AI Decimate Job Market? ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/kPSqeDcm08k ------- Watch our previous show, "Subprime Crisis 2.0? Private Credit Risks Explained," https://youtube.com/live/3vdXmMNXyV0 ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Oversold Bounce or Bigger Breakdown?" is here: https://youtu.be/GDORUHxf4dM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #SP500 #MarketVolatility #InvestingVsGambling #StockMarket #GenZInvesting #OptionsTrading #CryptoRisk
3-31-26 Oversold Bounce or Bigger Breakdown? | Before the Bell
Markets opened higher Monday but faded into another selloff as end-of-quarter rebalancing continues to drive volatility. With roughly $65 billion in portfolio adjustments underway, much of the recent price action is technical—not fundamental. Oversold conditions are building across the board. Momentum, relative strength, and sentiment all suggest the market is primed for a reflexive rally, with bonds already seeing buying interest and yields easing slightly. But beneath the surface, a bigger issue is emerging. While prices have declined, forward earnings estimates have not adjusted lower. If economic growth slows—especially with elevated energy prices—earnings expectations may need to reset. That could put additional pressure on valuations, even after the recent 8% pullback. The clock is ticking. Markets are testing the 200-day moving average from below, and historically, failure to reclaim that level within a short window increases the risk of a deeper correction. A short-term bounce is likely—but investors should consider using strength near the 6,500–6,600 range to rebalance portfolios and reduce risk. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/GDORUHxf4dM --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #InvestingStrategy #SP500 #MarketVolatility
3-30-26 Subprime Crisis 2.0? Private Credit Risks Explained
Lance Roberts breaks down the growing stress in private credit markets, rising default risks, and the recent wave of gated withdrawals across major funds. With comparisons to the 2008 financial crisis gaining traction, investors are asking a critical question: are we facing Subprime Crisis 2.0? We examine what made the 2008 collapse so catastrophic—leverage, derivatives, and systemic contagion—and compare it to today's private credit landscape. While defaults are rising and liquidity concerns are real, the structure of private credit is fundamentally different. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:50 - High Oil Prices are the Cure for High Oil Prices 5:54 - Markets' Extended Losing Streak Setting up for Bounce 12:21 - Private Credit vs Subprime - Gating Defined 21:03 - Estimated Impact of Private Credit on GDP 23:22 - Fiat Currencies in a Death Spiral? 27:17 - Why Foreign Central Banks Hold Dollar Reserves 30:39 - Why Would China Back the Renminbi w Gold? 34:21 - Why Treasury Auctions fo "Soft" 39:27 - With What Would Reserve Currencies be Replaced? 43:07 - The Context of Money & How Economies Work 46:23 - Commentary: Current Market Conditions ------ Register for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Beyond Filing: Turning Your Tax Return into a Strategic Financial Plan," Thursday, April 2, at 12-noon: https://streamyard.com/watch/j9BYjeW2teTJ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/3vdXmMNXyV0 ------- Watch our previous show, "How to Beat the 4 Biggest Retirement Risks," https://youtube.com/live/1V4lwzyKDjg ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Will AI Trigger The Next Great Depression?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/will-ai-trigger-the-next-great-depression/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Sell the Bounce Before the Next Drop," is here: https://youtu.be/68dbmAqKiGM ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #MarketCorrection #InvestingStrategy #EnergyStocks #RiskManagement #PrivateCredit #FinancialCrisis #MarketRisk #Investing #CreditMarkets