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October Mailbag of Investing Goodies

Instead of candy, we’re going to fill your pillowcase with your investing-related answers to your questions, such as how much should you allocate across market caps, how much is too much Apple or Netflix, what is Berkshire without Buffett, and much more. Get the FREE guide, “Crushing the Five Barriers to Growth”, at NetSuite.com/FOOL.

10-30
45:36

Confronting the Specter of Long-Term Care

October isn’t only the month of ghosts and goblins – it’s also officially long-term care planning month. Dr. Jean Accius of AARP joins us to discuss the latest trends in long-term care, government assistance, and senior housing.

10-23
41:33

Serious Fun with Taxes

With the help of Megan Brinsfield, a financial planner with Motley Fool Wealth Management, we’ll explore the new tax laws and discuss ways to reduce your tax bill come April. We’ll also explore the October Effect and whether this month really is a cursed time for investors. Get the FREE guide, “Crushing the Five Barriers to Growth”, at NetSuite.com/FOOL.

10-16
41:47

How to Become Financially Independent by Your 30s

With the help of Jonathan Mendonsa and Brad Barrett, the guys behind the popular ChooseFI website and podcast, we’re going to learn more about the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement and how you can gain financial independence to create the life you want. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting Motley Fool. Go to www.linkedin.com/fool and get a $50 off your first job post.

10-09
47:58

Disaster-Proof Your Finances

Bro offers advice on how to prevent financial disasters in your life and what you can do to minimize the damage when the unexpected happens. Slack: Where work happens. Go to slack.com to learn more. Thanks Netsuite. Get the FREE guide, “Crushing the Five Barriers to Growth”, at NetSuite Dot Com slash FOOL.

10-02
31:38

September Mailbag: Inheriting Stocks, Dividends, Inverse ETFs, and More

We're joined this month by Sean Gates from Motley Fool Wealth Management who will help us answer your questions about tax issues related to inheriting stocks and dividends, shorting the market with inverse ETFs, and much more. Sponsor link: Harrys.com/fool

09-25
42:25

Call it a Comeback

With the help of Motley Fool analyst, Seth Jayson, we’re going to look at the recent comeback stories of some beaten down stocks (like Lululemon, Chipotle) and discuss successful investing tips when analyzing stocks that have taken a hit. Sponsored link: www.molekule.com code fool.

09-18
37:23

When the Stuff You Own Starts to Own You

This week we’re all about stuff: Why so many of us have too much of it, how harmful it can be, and what you can do to get rid of it (or help a love one). Sponsored link: www.casper.com/fool code fool.

09-11
32:01

How to Cope As a Caregiver

Caring for an aging loved one is no easy feat. We’re joined by AARP’s Amy Goyer, who will share her remarkable first-hand experience as well as her advice for managing the challenges you’ll face as a caregiver. www.linkedin.com/fool

09-04
47:37

August Mailbag – Life Insurance, Inheritances, Solo 401(k)s and More

We’re joined by Ross Anderson to help us tackle your questions about investing in collectibles and silver, whether a VUL is a good substitute for a 529, and when to tell if higher fund fees are worth it. Sponsored link: http://www.molekule.com code fool

08-28
44:01

Share the Love of Investing

We learn from two Motley Fool members on how they are sharing the love of investing with their kids—and how you can do it, too. Thanks to Away for supporting The Motley Fool. Go to awaytravel.com/fool and use the promo code fool to get $20 off a suitcase!

08-21
50:40

Know When to Fold 'em: Foolish Selling Principles for Long-term Investors

Motley Fool’s Chief Investing Officer, Andy Cross, and the advisor on Motley Fool’s Total Income service, Ron Gross, share their Foolish take on when to sell a stock. Filmed in front of a live FoolFest audience. Slack: Where work happens. Go to slack.com to learn more.

08-14
40:30

How to Get a Great Mortgage

The Ascent’s Austin Smith is back to share advice on how to get the best mortgage for you. We’ll also cover the growing menace of robocalls and Bro introduces us to another Philanthropist Next Door. Thanks Handy for your support. To get your first 3-hour cleaning for $39 when you sign up for a plan, visit Handy.com/fool and use promo code fool

08-07
30:00

July Mailbag: Advice for College Students, Basics of Buybacks, Dividend Stocks

We’re tackling your investing questions with the help of Motley Fool Analysts Jason Moser and Abi Malin including whether you should sell your winners, how to learn more about financial statements, voting versus non-voting shares, and more. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting Motley Fool Answers. Go to www.linkedin.com/fool and get a $50 off your first job post.

07-31
43:14

FoolFest: 25 Years of Foolishness with Tom and David

It’s time to take our annual trip out to FoolFest where you can listen in to the best parts of the conference without leaving the comforts of home. To celebrate our 25th anniversary of The Motley Fool, it’s an all-founder episode with Tom and David Gardner. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool.  Go to https://www.linkedin.com/fool and get a $50 credit toward your first job post.

07-24
35:00

You Should Ask for a Raise – Yes, You

With the economy humming along and the employment rate so low, we’re joined in the studio by Lee Burbage and Kara Chambers of The Motley Fool’s People Team with their advice on how and why you should ask for a raise.

07-17
42:09

Credit Card Trends to Watch

The head of The Motley Fool's new personal finance site, The Ascent, joins us to talk about three credit card trends. Alison is going to debunk the myth of the wunderkind tech entrepreneur and Bro will introduce us to an inspiring philanthropist next door.

07-10
30:24

Money Lessons from George Washington

To celebrate the 4th of July here in the US, Bro cannot tell a lie as he shares money lessons from the life of George Washington. He'll also share a tale of financial independence of a couple who retired 27 years ago at age 38. The Motley Fool's interns share their summer recommendations.

07-03
29:31

Junetacular Mailbag

With the help of Motley Fool Wealth Management financial planner Sean Gates, we'll answer your questions about health insurance for early retirees, avoiding transaction fees, finding a fair fee-only advisor, and whether you should prioritize paying off your mortgage. The information in this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice Thanks to Blooom for supporting Motley Fool Answers. Get a month free with blooom401k.com/fool and code fool.

06-26
43:58

The Awfulizer Analyzes the Stock Market with Optimistic Results

This week, we're exploring why there's room for optimism in the stock market, even if you're an awfulizer like Bro. We're also going to light the campfire of science in order to roast the famous marshmallow test.

06-19
27:00

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