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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 Apr 16, 2016
Scott’s new book, capital gains, and CDs
Saturday Apr 16, 2016
Saturday Apr 16, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about Scott’s new book, Personal Decision Points. Next, we take a call about capital gains and charitable remainder trusts. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk to someone nearing the maturation date of a CD, who is wondering if they should buy another one, or invest elsewhere else.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Apr 09, 2016
Saturday Apr 09, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about creating a positive attitude as you approach retirement. Next, we take a call about inherited assets, followed by a question about the most tax-effective way to save money for the future. Lastly, Scott and Pat talk about hedge funds, before concluding with a discussion about pending changes to the fiduciary standard.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Apr 02, 2016
RMDs, saving for retirement, mutual funds, and a special guest
Saturday Apr 02, 2016
Saturday Apr 02, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about what to do with funds received from RMDs. Next, we take a question about making sure one is properly saving for retirement. Then, a question about mutual funds. Lastly, we talk to Hanson McClain’s Chief Investment Officer, David Schauer, about the first quarter in the markets.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Mar 26, 2016
Advisor fees, annuities, and automatic rebalancing
Saturday Mar 26, 2016
Saturday Mar 26, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about the cost of working with an advisor. Next, we take a question about whether to terminate or ride out a variable life insurance policy. Lastly, a question about automatic rebalancing on a 401k that’s still with a previous employer.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Mar 19, 2016
RMDs, working with an investment advisor, and investing liquid assets
Saturday Mar 19, 2016
Saturday Mar 19, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about how to determine which retirement accounts to withdraw from first. Next, we take an interesting question about working with an investment advisor. Lastly, an inquiry about investing liquid assets in retirement.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Mar 12, 2016
Preparing investments for retirement, and state employee service credit
Saturday Mar 12, 2016
Saturday Mar 12, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about preparing for retirement when self employed. Next, we take a question from teacher looking for investment guidance ahead of retirement. Lastly, a question from a state worker asking about buying back service credit
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Mar 05, 2016
Saturday Mar 05, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about what it means to be properly diversified. Next, we take a question from a widow looking to retire and still contribute to her IRA. Lastly, a question about “means testing” Social Security from a retired state worker that actually had to go back to work.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Feb 20, 2016
Saturday Feb 20, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about how receiving a state pension affects Social Security income. Next, we take a question from a caller asking the best way to help his children start saving for retirement once they graduate from college. Lastly, a question about Live Abundant indexed annuities.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Feb 13, 2016
Saturday Feb 13, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with Scott and Pat advising a man with a “structured cash flow” plan that promised unrealistic returns. Next, we take a question from a caller asking about a market index annuity sold by his bank. Lastly, a question about a flexible 401k plan.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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 Feb 06, 2016
Saturday Feb 06, 2016
On this week’s Hanson McClain’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a question about the dangers of Variable Universal Life insurance as an investment option. Next, we take a call about investment options for an elderly person that just came into a large amount of money. Lastly, a question from someone asking about buying an annuity for their 90-year old mother as a way to pay for long-term care.
Scott Hanson and Pat McClain have been hosting Hanson McClain’s Money Matters radio show for over 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.