In this Protect Your Assets market segment, host David Hollander offers a comprehensive analysis of the financial markets as we approach 2024. Highlighting the remarkable performance of the Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq, and international indices, David delves into what made November 2023 a month to remember, with some indices reaching their best returns in decades. The episode also explores the impressive rise in bonds, a noteworthy trend in the financial landscape. David presents the bull and bear cases for the 2024 market, examining potential economic scenarios, inflation trends, and Federal Reserve policies. He also discusses the possibility of a continued bullish market versus a potential downturn, offering realistic targets and expectations.

In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander shares crucial tax insights as 2024 approaches. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to minimize their tax burden before the year concludes. David, with over 30 years’ experience in tax planning, estate law, and wealth management, provides actionable advice on a range of topics, including adjusting tax withholdings, maximizing 401(k) contributions, leveraging Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and understanding capital gains tax exemptions. The podcast also delves into specific tax-saving strategies such as net unrealized appreciation (NUA) and qualified charitable distributions (QCDs), helping listeners navigate complex financial terrain with greater ease. Whether you’re concerned about retirement planning, stock options, or reducing your tax liability, this episode offers valuable tips and strategies to make your money work smarter, not harder.

This past week, we saw positive trends in major stock indices; but is inflation cooling down? Learn more Learn more in this Protect Your Assets market segment.

In this insightful episode of Protect Your Assets, The Sandman discusses a topic that many find challenging yet essential: talking about finances and long-term care plans with independent parents. This episode will help equip you with the tools and strategies to initiate this dialogue with sensitivity and respect, ensuring you don’t come across as greedy or intrusive, yet are not caught off-guard by future responsibilities. Listen as The Sandman explores the nuances of this delicate subject, offering guidance and support to make these discussions as smooth and constructive as possible.

Do decreased consumer savings rates indicate that consumer spending may be slowing for this holiday season? Learn more about this, and why you should be paying attention to market volatility, in this Protect Your Assets market segment.

Understanding Social Security can be complex, with its intricate rules, benefit calculations, and eligibility criteria. However, it is essential to grasp this system when making financial decisions, especially as it plays a crucial role in retirement planning. Learn about recent updates from the Social Security Administration as well as key things you need to know before making your Social Security decisions in this episode of Protect Your Assets.