Episodes

July 26, 2024

Investment Fallacies

Investment Fallacies – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review a recent Morningstar article (see link below) about investment fallacies. The pair have an in-depth conversation about a variety of financial planning beliefs (which may or may not be true),...
July 22, 2024

How likely are you to need Long-Term Care?

How likely are you to need Long-Term Care? Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry dig into the data on the average incidence and duration of long-term care needs and who is most likely to have a severe, sustained, long-term care incident. During this episode,...
July 19, 2024

Which of these things doesn't belong

Which of these things doesn't belong? – Do you know what types of investments are legally prohibited from being in an individual retirement account (IRA)? Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry outline in detail the various categories of investments that are not...
July 15, 2024

Including family in your financial planning

Including family in your financial planning – While many people wish to keep their financial planning completely private, as one ages, it can be prudent to inform family members of your financial planning, estate planning, and help that may be...
July 12, 2024

Inflation falling, markets rising

Inflation falling, markets rising – Fresh off the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry discuss recent economic data and how it is impacting markets and the Federal Reserve’s posture on interest rates.  Jeff...
July 8, 2024

Lessons from the Morningstar Investor Conference

Lessons from the Morningstar Investor Conference – After attending the Morningstar Investors Conference, Chris Boyd summaries lessons learned. Chris starts out by sharing a chance meeting with legendary investor Mario Gabelli. Chris goes on to share...
July 5, 2024

First half review of the markets for 2024

First half review of the markets – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Brian Regan to the episode for a review of market returns for the first half of 2024. The conversation turns to a detailed analysis of Nvidia returns, including a history of the...
July 1, 2024

Misconceptions about your Money

Misconceptions about your Money – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore common misconceptions about money that can put your retirement plan in jeopardy. The conversation starts out with diversification dangers of single stock investing. Chris offers...
June 28, 2024

Retirement: Income & Taxes

Retirement: Income and Taxes – Almost 20% of people over sixty-five are still working. In this episode, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry discuss the various financial and emotional reasons that retirees continue to work beyond the typical retirement age....
June 24, 2024

Gary Quinzel on Markets, Economy, and Election

Gary Quinzel on Markets, Economy, and Election – Chris Boyd welcomes Gary Quinzel who is the Vice President of Portfolio Consulting with Wealth Enhancement Group. Gary offers his commentary on the recent strength of the stock market and economy,...
June 21, 2024

Behavioral Wealth and Personal Finance

Behavioral Wealth and Personal Finance – Behavioral Wealth Specialists Cohen Taylor and Wendell Clarke join Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for a lively discussion on how financial planners can best serve their clients. Cohen and Wendell explain how the...
June 17, 2024

Pensions

Pensions – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore the various issues surrounding pension decision options. The in-depth dialogue starts off with a discussion a recent client was facing and how a range of factors influence what is best for each...
June 14, 2024

Is Inflation Easing?

Is Inflation Easing? – Brian Regan joins the episode with Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry to review the inflation data from the past week, including the Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index, both of which show signs of a recent lower rate of...
June 10, 2024

Scams and Schemes with Bob Powell

In this episode, Chris Boyd CFP®, CASL, CEPS catches up with Bob Powell  to discuss the pressing issue of financial exploitation, focusing on scams and schemes. Bob Powell highlights the prevalence of financial scams, particularly...
June 7, 2024

“R” or “D” who is better for your portfolio?

“R” or “D” who is better for your portfolio? – Do investors do better under a Republican or a Democrat President and Congress? How about when the federal government power is divided between the political parties? Chris Boyd reviews “Y-...
May 31, 2024

The work-from-home stocks

The work-from-home stocks – Brian Regan joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry for a conversation about the work-from-home pandemic era stocks, including Zoom, Twilio, and Peloton. The trio discusses how each company exemplifies the highs and lows of...
May 31, 2024

Feelings vs. Facts

Feelings vs. Facts – As a follow up to a recent discussion about how the majority of Americans feel as if the economy is in a recession and the financial markets are struggling, Brian Regan joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry to talk about how the...
May 27, 2024

Duffy Health Center Update

Duffy Health Center Update – Heidi Nelson, CEO of Duffy Health Center joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry with an update on Duffy’s efforts to prevent and serve the homeless individuals and families on Cape Cod. Heidi shares a personal announcement of...
May 27, 2024

Memorial Day Weekend and In the News

Memorial Day Weekend and In the News – With Memorial Day approaching, Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day. They highlight the Cape Cod Cares for the Troops event happening on Sunday, May 26 th (see link below) as...
May 24, 2024

What is it worth? The Value of an advisor

What is it worth? – How does one put a value on collaborating with a good financial advisor? Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore this question and more. Chris and Jeff begin the conversation by outlining the various roles of a financial advisor. Chris...
May 24, 2024

Best Night - Cape Cod

Best Night - Cape Cod – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry welcome Bert Talerman, President of Cape Cod 5 Bank. The episode starts off with congratulations to Bert for being recognized with the Visionary Award from the Cape and Islands United Way. Chris...
May 20, 2024

8 Ways to become poor in your Retirement

8 Ways to become poor in your Retirement – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry review an article which outlines common financial mistakes baby boomers are making in their retirement years (see link below). Having too much consumer debt, starting social...
May 20, 2024

Cape Cod Housing Challenges

Cape Cod Housing Challenges – Alisa Magnotta from the Housing Assistance Corp (HAC) of Cape Cod joins Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry to discuss the numerous housing related challenges in the region. Alisa reviews the wide range of services and programs...
May 17, 2024

What is the economic data telling us?

What is the economic data telling us? – Chris Boyd and Jeff Perry explore the financial data reports from the past week, including the Producer Price Index, Consumer Price Index, Retail Sales, and Consumer Debt. Chris reviews comments from Federal...