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Heading into the Presidential election next week, we expect to see some short term volatility in the markets. That's OKAY. In this episode, Tom explains why short term market moves are NOT a reason to rip up the script with your investments. This is not a time to...

It's been 33 years since the stock market crash (aka Black Monday) in October of 1987.  33 years could be how long your retirement lasts.  In this week's video, Tom takes a few lessons away from 1987 and applies it to what we're going through here in 2020. ? Show...

If you're in a hole, stop digging! In this week's video, Tom talks about debt. In 2017, 33% of college students graduated with $10,000 in credit card debt. Digging yourself a hole of debt that early in life makes it even tougher to build a strong financial base. ?...

We post A LOT of content here at Mullooly Asset Management on a weekly basis.  From the Mullooly Asset Show, to the podcast, to our own individual blog posts and social media accounts - it can be a lot to keep track of.  In this week's video, Tom condenses it all into...

Piggybacking off of Ep. 212, Tom talks about the need for a margin of safety - both physically and mentally in your investment strategy.  With enough room for error, you can render any forecast or headline irrelevant.  You won't have to react to every jolting headline...

We all woke up to some news this morning.  In this week's episode, Tom talks about not letting the jolting day-to-day headlines during election season impact your LONG-TERM investment decisions.  Volatility in the market is a feature, not a bug, and should be...

In Ep. 211 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom has a strong message to any friends or family members you may have that are struggling financially.  Filing bankruptcy is NOT a life sentence.  In fact, it can help turn your financial life around and become a long-term...

In Ep. 210 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom talks about the different options available besides taking a taxable distribution from your retirement plan at work.  Home equity is STILL a viable option for a lot of people, despite what some may think following the SALT...

In Ep. 209 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tim explains why diversification can help investors get 'good enough' and avoid catastrophe.  Loading your entire account into individual stocks and sectors that are hot at the moment is a dangerous game.  Even the best...

In Ep. 208 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tim outlines a few of the reasons why day trading stocks is so difficult.  Hardly anyone ever day trades their way to a happy, successful retirement nest egg.  Find out why in this week's video! ? Show Notes 'Why You Should Not...

In Ep. 207 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom talks about the new price for safety.  With interest rates are practically zero, it's becoming increasingly difficult to find any traditionally "safe" investments that yield much of anything. ? Show Notes 'Money Funds Waive...

If the market volatility in March/April freaked you out, now might be a good time to revisit how much risk you're taking in your portfolio.  If you're waiting for things to "get back to normal", we have bad news for you.  Find out what it is in this week's episode! ?...

When it comes to getting your financial estate in order, there are 3 documents everyone over the age of 18 MUST own.  In Ep. 204 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom breaks down what those documents are, and why they are so important. ? Show Notes 'What Happens if You Pass...

Is 2020 the year for a Roth conversion?  If you're income is lower than expected, it could seem like an ideal year to do one.  However, in Ep. 203 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom walks through a few other factors you may not have considered.  They need to be taken...

In this week's video, Tom talks about staying cool while markets are volatile.  He recalls a few conversations back in March where folks wanted to completely jump out of the market, and how those decisions could have cost them over $100,000.  Working with a trusted...

Under the CARES Act, folks can take early withdrawals in 2020 from their 401(k) plan at work with incurring the usual 10% early withdrawal penalty.  But just because you CAN, doesn't necessarily mean you SHOULD.  In this episode, Tom walks through PROS and...

In Ep. 200 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom has an important message for all future retirees out there.  If you plan on retiring at some point in the future: LISTEN UP!  Retirement isn't something you plan overnight.  You need to start planning today, but make sure...

In Ep. 199 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom explains why stock dividends might be a good idea for bank stocks during an economic downturn.  He explains how they work and the benefits they offer both the company and the shareholders. ? Should Banks Use Stock Dividends?...

Investors often flock to sectors of the market that pay dividends because they're seen as "safer" parts of the equity market.  Are they really?  In Ep. 198, Tom breaks down a few popular dividend-focused sectors and the risks involved. ? Are Dividend-Focused Sectors...

Living Off of Stock Dividends - Summary In Ep. 197 of the Mullooly Asset Show, Tom sheds light on the risks involved with living off of stock dividends - solely - for retirement income.  Tom walks viewers through a pretty telling example of what can happen when a...