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The Money Docs: Financial Advisors offering unbiased advice weekly.
Episodes
June 22, 2025 • 50 mins
The Money Docs:
A special edition of the Money Doctors Show with guest John Owens, Senior Portfolio Manager with Morningstar Investment Services
Chuck and Tracy lead a broad discussion of investment/financial planning strategies and insights
No listener questions this week, but you can always ask yours at TheMoneyDocs.com
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June 15, 2025 • 49 mins
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To all fathers and father figures – HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
The big news from the past week was the Israeli attacks on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure
Could these attacks be one of those “black swans” that Chuck talks about – he’ll explain what he’s seeing and the possible market impacts
Geopolitical issues can cause short term market volatility – but every panic can bring opportunity
The Fed may also have...
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June 9, 2025 • 49 mins
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Jobs, Jitters and The Trump/Musk Mayhem
Jobs report issued on Friday (6/6) still looks good and hiring is still happening
We see a cooling but not stalling of the overall economy
4.2% unemployment rate
Markets liked the jobs report – which could calm wider recession fears
Looking like the US/China trade war isn’t getting worse
The dollar may be stronger than people think
On the other hand…Tesla took a big h...
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June 1, 2025 • 49 mins
The Money Docs:
The markets have been like spring weather in Rochester – unpredictable – especially given the court challenges to President Trump’s tariffs, interest rates and inflation
Although, inflation did show signs of cooling in the latest report
PCE – what is it and how is it tracked
Consumers are spending less – according to the April report – as personal income rose .8% in April
Markets have been volatile ...
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May 26, 2025 • 49 mins
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A mix of volatility and opportunity in the markets this week
So…where do we go from here?
Chuck has the PROS and CONS
PROS:
Purchasing Manager Index (PMI) expanded in May – Chuck interprets the data
Positive earnings reports – including some tech giants
Rallies in a number of sectors
CONS:
Drop in markets this past week – Chuck unpacks all that happened and why
Downgrade in U.S. credit rating
...
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May 18, 2025 • 49 mins
The Money Docs:
Chuck hates to say ‘he told you so’. But…..
If you had a plan and stayed the course – congratulations – you’re reaping some benefits
But, are we out of the woods as far as market volatility goes? Remember, the only thing we know for certain is that there is uncertainty
Inflation shows signs of cooling. April #s came in softer than expected
A more doveish approach from The Fed is what Chuck is seeing...
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May 11, 2025 • 48 mins
The Money Docs:
If you’ve been listening to The Money Doctors Show over the past several weeks, you’re seeing many of the things Chuck has talked about are starting to happen
The Fed is in “wait and see” mode – while the Trump Administration is being deliberately ambiguous about some economic issues (like tariffs)
The U.S. is the biggest customer of the world – and Chuck says the world needs the U.S. more – giving America ...
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May 4, 2025 • 49 mins
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Special guest: attorney Chad Hummel – The Tax Opposer
Chuck and Tracy talk with Chad about real estate assessments – what they are – how they’re determined – and the process of challenging should a property owner feel that an assessment is too high or incorrect
We look at a current situation happening in Brighton that could have broader implications for other municipalities
May 27, 2025 is this year’s g...
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April 27, 2025 • 49 mins
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Positive week for the markets with movement in the trade war between the US and China and deals being brokered with other trading partners
Remember what Chuck says – the US is the buyer and the customer/buyers is “always right”
On the plus side:
Markets reacted well to the current conditions and posted some solid gains
China has made tariff adjustments
Good earnings from Google
Bonds are firming up
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April 20, 2025 • 49 mins
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A shortened trading week for the Easter holiday – but another volatile one – as investors remain on edge
The 10 year fell from 4.5% to 4.3% - providing a little breathing room but not enough to quell uncertainty
The Fed is signaling pessimism and that had an impact on the markets
The Fed is under pressure from the Trump Administration to cut interest rates – Europe is already cutting – and the Administr...
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April 13, 2025 • 49 mins
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We’ve said it for the past few weeks –– it was another volatile week for the markets
But, the markets aren’t doing as bad as they were
The markets like certainty – the Trump Administration likes ambiguity
Chuck has perspectives on the current tariff situation - the US debt that will need to be refinanced – and what pressures are being put on The Fed
The trade was seems to be aimed directly at China ...
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April 6, 2025 • 49 mins
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Chuck has perspective on this past week’s tariff announcement and the market selloffs
This is not the time for panic selling
Markets have cycles and “this too shall pass”
Remember why you have the stocks you have and stick to your financial plan
In Tracy’s Tid Bits – inherited IRAs and the new distribution rules
Plus, listener questions from TheMoneyDocs.com
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March 30, 2025 • 49 mins
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The big news on Friday was that a preferred inflation gauge came in over expectations for the month of February – and that sent the markets into turmoil
Chuck has analysis and perspectives on the market moves from that report and what else may be behind the continued volatility
This could be an opportunity for growth investors…UNLESS….
Tariff impacts on the auto industry – Chuck explains why the sector ...
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March 24, 2025 • 49 mins
The Money Docs: Lots of ups and downs in the markets again this week – but Chuck’s been telling us to expect that for some time
What will The Fed do? Chuck says they’ll probably wait until the April numbers are released before making any moves
There are opportunities even with volatility
Chuck says the markets need to “digest and consolidate” – then the markets can move forward (and higher)
Good, solid investments c...
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March 16, 2025 • 49 mins
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Another crazy week for the markets
But there is some good news – Chuck thinks we’re closer to the bottom than we were
The S&P hit correction territory on Thursday
But remember what happened in the COVID correction – it proved to be a great buying opportunity
Tariffs are creating uncertainty – but they’re working as intended – and uncertainty can create opportunities
Consumer sentiment dropped to...
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March 9, 2025 • 49 mins
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Markets have been driving people crazy this past week
The jobs report, issued this past Friday, came in under expectations but better than January’s number
Volatility and market declines – what’s happening and why – Chuck has perspectives and analysis
Remember – this too shall pass – just like the COVID sell off in 2020
Find a way to use opportunities – no matter where they present themselves
In...
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March 2, 2025 • 49 mins
The Money Docs:
Volatility…DELIVERED!!
This is a time when emotion could derail your financial plans – don’t let it
Inflation report, issued on Friday, was in line with expectations – but still shows a rate higher than The Fed would like
Tariffs are scaring some investors and the markets – but watch for deals being made with international partners
Despite all the volatility, Chuck says you can still see good things...
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February 23, 2025 • 49 mins
The Money Docs: Volatility – ya know it – ya love it
Investors are nervous and it shows
What do The Money Docs think about the new administration and which sectors might perform well – Chuck shares his perspectives
But always remember – no matter the sector – it will come with volatility – but you can use it to find opportunities
The Fed needs to stick with a “wait and see” approach to interest rates
In Tracy’s ...
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February 17, 2025 • 49 mins
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Inflation report released this past week shows we still have a problem – Chuck says ‘let the bond market lead the way’
Chuck says The Fed should stay neutral and let things play out – especially with the new Trump administration and the moves being made RE: tariffs
Chuck says we’ll have a lot of volatility in the near term – but – reciprocal tariffs may help in the long run
Keep your eye on the 10 year ...
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February 9, 2025 • 49 mins
The Money Docs:
DOGE (Dept of Government Efficiency) is getting some resistance as it continues to look for cuts to government spending. But why?
One way or another, the federal government will be shrinking – how could this impact unemployment numbers
The Jobs Report issued on Friday came in under expectations for total number created – and also showed a lower than expected rate of unemployment
The dollar strengthened ...
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