https://proutfinancialdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Prout-050825_Release.mp3Podcast: DownloadJust when you thought it was safe to go outside (it is spring after all), the neighbor’s dog barks extra loudly and startles you … right? Similarly, most of the time, the stock market seems to make us climb a wall of worry. Even though the market appears to have mostly recovered from its […]

https://proutfinancialdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Prout-042425_Release.mp3Podcast: DownloadSignificant fluctuations in the stock market, along with increasing discussions about a potential recession, can certainly unnerve most investors. Some, however, view this as an opportunity, while others resort to panicked decisions that create even more unnecessary pain. Clearly, it is important for all of us retirement account savers to identify potential opportunities and avoid […]

https://proutfinancialdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Prout-041725_Release.mp3Podcast: DownloadToday’s show will feature special guest Bob Simpson, the star of the local Social Security scene who kept his shirt on and was still famous. The fact that we were able to lure him out of his recent retirement to come on and speak to us about Social Security is a gift in and […]

https://proutfinancialdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Prout-041025_Release.mp3Podcast: DownloadWow, what a week it’s been! The Dow Jones and S&P 500 are down about 10 percent, which is causing significant fear among investors. Some are even questioning the current administration’s policy on tariffs and their effect on the stock market. On today’s show, we’ll discuss what tariffs do, their purpose, and their advantages as […]

https://proutfinancialdesign.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Prout-040325_Release_48.mp3Podcast: DownloadAs the “celebration” of April 15th nears, the importance of tax planning remains critical. What celebration, you ask? The celebration that they’re done, of course. On today’s show, we’ll discuss the seven components of winning at taxes, especially after you’ve retired. The bottom line is that the savings you can take advantage of can be […]