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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 high-net-worth investors with 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?
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Episodes

Feb 20, 2016
Feb 20, 2016
48 min
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.

Feb 13, 2016
Feb 13, 2016
48 min
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.

Feb 6, 2016
Feb 6, 2016
48 min
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.

Jan 30, 2016
Jan 30, 2016
48 min
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.

Jan 23, 2016
Jan 23, 2016
48 min
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.

Jan 16, 2016
Jan 16, 2016
48 min
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.

Jan 9, 2016
Jan 9, 2016
48 min
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.

Jan 4, 2016
Jan 4, 2016
48 min
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.

Dec 30, 2015
Dec 30, 2015
48 min
On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a call about REITs and whether or not they are good investments. Then they take a call about setting up a mutual fund for a grandchild, followed by a question about longevity insurance. Lastly, a call asking about options to pay for a child’s college education.
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.

Dec 19, 2015
Dec 19, 2015
48 min
On this week’s Money Matters: The episode begins with a discussion about larger brokerage firms and how their advisors are compensated. Then Pat and Scott take a call about preparing for retirement in the next 5 years, and how it’s changed, followed by a question asking if a person should take a 401k loan to pay off their credit card debt. Lastly, a call asking if income from a rental property needs to be claimed on a tax return.
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.
