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For 30 years, Money Matters hosts Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have answered thousands of questions from callers just like you. This is the perfect podcast for you if you have questions like: -Should I do Roth conversions? -Are there tax strategies I should be using? -Do I have the proper estate plan? -Is my portfolio allocation diverse enough? -Will I retire on time? Take Money Matters with you each week. Download the show wherever you get your podcasts.
Episodes

Saturday Jan 30, 2016
1/30/2016 – Investing RMDs, Pension Options, and Roth IRAs
Saturday Jan 30, 2016
Saturday Jan 30, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a caller inquiring about the best places to invest funds from RMDs. Next, we take a call about single life versus survivor insurance options on a pension. Lastly, we answer a question about setting up a Roth IRA.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.
Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

Saturday Jan 23, 2016
1/23/16 - Market Volatility, Annuities, Roth IRA, Retirement Readiness
Saturday Jan 23, 2016
Saturday Jan 23, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat welcome new listeners in the Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA) markets! The episode begins with a discussion about the recent volatility in the financial markets. We then field a call regarding fixed annuities from a relative of a person with Alzheimer’s. Next, we take a call about rolling over assets from a traditional 401K into a Roth near retirement in a bear market. Lastly, we take a call from someone seeking to know if they are financially ready to retire this year.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.
Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

Saturday Jan 16, 2016
January 16, 2015
Saturday Jan 16, 2016
Saturday Jan 16, 2016
On this week’s Money Matters: Scott and Pat welcome new listeners in Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA)! The episode begins with a discussion about recent market volatility. We then field a call about accelerating retirement investments by age 67. Next, we take a call about the best time to roll over an old ESOP plan. Lastly, we take a call about how much a person should save outside a public-sector employee pension.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.
Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

Saturday Jan 09, 2016
January 9, 2016
Saturday Jan 09, 2016
Saturday Jan 09, 2016
On this week’s Money Matters: We welcome new listeners in Los Angeles (KEIB), San Diego (KOGO) and Denver (KOA)! The episode begins with a couple asking Scott and Pat how to prepare for a retirement that seems to be approaching too fast. Then we receive a call about whether it’s better to let the state or a financial advisor manage one’s 457, which leads to a discussion about how to check the quality of your financial advisor. Lastly, a call about the benefits of paying off the mortgage before retirement.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.
Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.

Monday Jan 04, 2016
January 2, 2016
Monday Jan 04, 2016
Monday Jan 04, 2016
On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a call about what kinds of returns should be expected from one’s investments. Then they take a call about RMDs, followed by a discussion on Net Unrealized Appreciation. Next, a call about whether to use extra money to pay off a rental property, or invest. Then, a call about setting up a 529 for a grandchild. Lastly, a call about investing in an immediate annuity.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for 20 years, and have answered questions from thousands of callers on a variety of financial topics.
Ask a question at moneymatters.com, or email Scott and Pat at questions@moneymatters.com.