Thursday, March 27, 2025

Topics for Saturday's March 29th Your Safe Money Show

 Coming up on this Saturday's March 29th) Your Safe Money Show. Get ready to take a “test” about the basics of Social Security. If you’re a regular to this show you’ll pass with flying colors. Todd will also have financial “red flags” in relationships and the best ways to spend your tax refund. Listen at 8 a.m. at Nice 95.5FM KBEK. They stream live at kbek.com. Hear recent shows at yoursafemoneyshow.com. Also find us on Facebook and YouTube.

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Don't be a victim of scams

 In conjunction with the information Todd has each week with the show, he also has written many guides on a variety of topics to supplement some of the more common concerns folks have. I thought I’d share a little about those guides. So, this week let’s look at “Don’t be a victim of Scams”. Topics covered include Signs of a Scam, Security Questions, Scam Targets, Computer scamming, common phone or email scams and tips, Identity Protection and Credit Score and What to do if you have been scammed. Unfortunately, this is one of the most asked for since there’s so many scams around today. You can get your copy by calling 855-22 money, that’s 855-226-6639 or go to yoursafemoneyshow.com.

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Your Safe Money Show topics for march 22nd show

 For the March 22nd Your Safe Money Show, Todd will will have 401(k) mistakes that can tank your retirement. Knowing how to declutter your place before moving in retirement takes some insight, Todd has that insight. And starting May 7, 2025, travelers will need the upgraded Real ID driver’s licenses for security screening, he will explain. Listen at 8 a.m. at Nice 95.5FM KBEK. They stream live at kbek.com. Hear recent shows at yoursafemoneyshow.com and on Facebook and YouTube.

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Guides

 Over the years Todd put together many guides to help build your financial knowledge. And for the next several weeks I’ll highlight some of these, so you know what to ask for. Let’s start with “Road to Retirement”. Chapters include: not ready to retire, working mode, retire in 10 years, retire in 5 years, retire next year, retire and more. All his guides are complementary so please ask for any by going to the website yoursafemoneyshow.com, calling 855-22 money, that’s 855-226-6639, or stop at 139 Union Street in Mora.

Thursday, March 13, 2025

Highlights for March 15th Your Safe Money Show

 Here's what we're working on for this Saturday's (March 15th) Your Safe Money Show. Todd will share things that no one tells you about retirement, although if you’ve listened to this show for a while I am thinking Todd has probably told you these before, but they are worth repeating. We’ve all heard about having a Bucket List. Well today Todd will have the Anti Bucket list; experiences you don’t want. And if they get rid of the Penny, how will that impact your wallet? Listen at 8 a.m. at Nice 95.5FM KBEK. They stream live at kbek.com. Hear recent shows at yoursafemoneyshow.com and on YouTube and Facebook.

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Filing your taxes

 It is tax time and I’ve been seeing many recommendations from tax experts that you don’t want to wait to file your taxes for 2024. Here’s why: tax identity theft remains a huge problem and the sooner you file the better chance you can block thieves from using your Social Security number to file a fraudulent return. Whether you’re filing early because you’re eager for a refund or want to protect yourself from identity theft, you’ll still need a complete and accurate return to avoid delays. You should always double-check key details like your name, Social Security number, banking information and other filing data. With thousands of IRS layoffs this week, some experts worry the cuts could impact taxpayer service. But your refund shouldn’t be affected if you file an accurate return electronically and select direct deposit for payment. Typically, you can expect the IRS to process your e-filed return within 21 days.

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Your Safe Money Show topics for March 8th

 Your Safe Money Show topics for March 8th edition: Todd will show how snowbirds can protect their nest eggs. What you need to know for 2025 when it comes to Roth 401(k) changes. And he’ll explain how to freeze your credit. Listen at 8 a.m. at Nice 95.5FM KBEK. They stream live at kbek.com. Hear recent shows at the podcast page at yoursafemoneyshow.com. You can also find us on Facebook and YouTube.

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Avoiding finances

 I read that we do some crazy stuff just to avoid finances. One in five Americans would rather spend one hour in jail than work out a five-year budget. 32% would rather go to the DMV than work on a detailed financial plan. 26% would rather talk politics with somebody they disagree with than write a financial plan with a family member. 34% would rather post their most embarrassing photo of themselves on social media than post a screenshot of their account balance. And 27% would rather get stung by a bee than move their money to a new bank. I know that dealing with finances for some folks is the “last” thing they want to do, that’s why procrastination happens as often as it does. If you’ve been listening to the show for a while, you know I can take some of your anxiety away, with a no cost, no obligation appointment. Call 855 22 money, that's 855-226-6639 or go to yoursafemoneyshow.com.