Category: Stock Market

5 Shortcuts to a Successful Financial Future

Available for Interviews: Don Garman

Don Garman is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Mirador Capital Partners and Co-Founder of Tri-Valley Ventures. A seasoned investor in both public and private companies for over 30 years, Don leads Mirador’s Investment Committee and oversees each of the firm’s proprietary investment strategies.

What Don Garman can say in an interview:

1. Maximize your retirement plan contributions. Investors looking to set themselves up for a rewarding retirement are wise to maximize the use of tax-advantaged savings vehicles. For 2021 the IRS will let you contribute $19,500 to a 401(k) plan, $6,000 to an IRA, and an additional $1,000 to an IRA if you are over the age of 50. If you can’t contribute the max, find out what your employer’s match is and contribute at least that amount, to take advantage of the “free money.”

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Money: Should You Dial Back Your Financial Risk?

Available for Interviews: Lauren Oschman

Lauren Oschman, CFP® is a certified financial planner specializing in financial strategies, tax planning, and is an expert in helping physicians manage their finances.

What Lauren Oschman can say in an interview on
Managing Your Financial Risk: 

  • 2020 was a wild ride in the markets. I’m talking with investors of two minds right now: One, that the volatility is just too much and they would rather sit out of the market until things calm down; and two, that the market is on such a rise post-election that they have missed the possibility for further gains and shouldn’t invest more cash right now.

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“Outsider Trading”: GameStop Stock and the Social Media Effect

Available for Interviews: Harry Abrahamsen

Harry J. Abrahamsen is Founder & CEO Abrahamsen Financial Group. His company offers customized wealth management solutions—creating plans and portfolios that protect, preserve, and grow client’s wealth. He was selected as one of the ten most dependable Wealth Managers in the Mid-Atlantic as published in Forbes magazine.

What Harry Abramhamsen can say in an interview on
“Outsider Trading” / Trolling Wall Street:
GamesStop and the Social Media Effect:

How did GameStop stock get driven up,
and is this a sign of things to come?
  • People have heard of insider trading, now we are experiencing a new trend by social media platforms. The new coined phrase is “Outsider Trading.” This type of influence is now in full force using social media platforms which are creating investor hype and trolling Wall Street. There are companies on their way out; GameStop, AMC, Nokia and Bed Bath and Beyond. Changes in our times have caused many businesses to go out of business because of lost revenue.

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4 Common Questions Financial Advisors Field in Shaky Times

Available for Interviews: Don Garman

Don Garman is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Mirador Capital Partners and Co-Founder of Tri-Valley Ventures. A seasoned investor in both public and private companies for over 30 years, Don leads Mirador’s Investment Committee and oversees each of the firm’s proprietary investment strategies.

What Don Garman can say in an interview:

When markets get rocky, investors invariably begin to doubt the stability of their portfolios. Investment advisors who have lived through multiple economic expansions and contractions can tell you first hand that these are the most common calls they receive from clients when stocks are perceived to be risky.

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Experts Available Through the Thanksgiving Weekend

Experts Available in These Categories

HEALTH & MEDICINE

Available for TOPICS on COVID Prevention, CDC Protocols, Obesity, Pain Management:
Dr. Tammy Penhollow, DO, specializing in anesthesiology and pain management, and has a passion for regenerative medicine and holistic healing.

Available for TOPICS on Work-Life Integration, Stress Management, Sleep/Rest, Self-Care:
Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD, board-certified internal medicine physician and work-life Integration Strategist, international speaker, and bestselling author of Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity.

Available for TOPICS on Public Health/Policy, Healthcare Reform, Skin Cancer:
Dr. Reagan Anderson, DO, specializing in general Dermatology and served in the United States Navy. Author of Universal Death Care: A Solution for Healthcare in the Age of Entitlement, he is passionate about changing healthcare in the U.S.

Available for TOPICS on Weight Loss, Nutrition, Exercise, Women’s Health, Self-Care:
Dr. Mimi Secor, DNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, nurse practitioner and fitness & health advocate. Author of Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age.

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Should You Move Your Investments Into an All Cash Position Right Now?

Available for Interviews: Don Garman

Don Garman is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Mirador Capital Partners and Co-Founder of Tri-Valley Ventures. A seasoned investor in both public and private companies for over 30 years, Don leads Mirador’s Investment Committee and oversees each of the firm’s proprietary investment strategies.

 

What Don Garman can say in an interview:

As we enter the final weeks leading up to the U.S. Presidential Election, more people than ever are wondering whether now is the perfect time to move their investment portfolios to an all-cash position. 

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Lessons From the 2008 Financial Crisis That Can Help Us Now 

Available for Interviews: Harry Abrahamsen

Harry J. Abrahamsen is Founder & CEO Abrahamsen Financial Group. His company offers customized wealth management solutions—creating plans and portfolios that protect, preserve, and grow client’s wealth. He was selected as one of the ten most dependable Wealth Managers in the Mid-Atlantic as published in Forbes magazine.

 

What Harry Abramhamsen can say in an interview about
Lessons Learned From the 2008 Financial Crisis:

Isn’t it amazing what’s happening in the markets in 2020? How is our country going to deal with all of this? How many times will Americans be okay with losing 30, 50 or even 70 percent of what they’ve made to Wall Street before they finally say enough is enough? Doesn’t it usually happen about every six to eight years? 

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5 Common Mistakes Investors Make Prior to an Election

Available for Interviews: Lauren Moone

Lauren Moone is an Executive Vice President at Mirador Capital Partners and has been providing investment advice for individuals, families, and institutions for over 13 years.

 

What Lauren Moone can say in an interview
on Investments and Elections: 

History shows that investors are most active during election years. Yes, you want to make adjustments based on the current political environment, of course, but within reason. There’s no evidence suggesting dramatic changes in your portfolio prior to an election will guarantee a favorable outcome.

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Everyday Ways To Be A Financial Role Model For Your Child

Interview Kathleen E. Owings.

Financial Advisor, Kathleen Owings can discuss the topic of how to go about finding and hiring the right financial planner for your individual or family needs.

 

Some Key Talking Points From Kathleen Owings
on How Parents Can Be a Financial Role Model:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizfrazierpeck/2019/08/05/everyday-ways-you-can-be-a-positive-financial-role-model-for-your-child/

Are We Headed Toward Another Stock Market Crash?

Available for Interviews: Harry Abrahamsen.

Harry J. Abrahamsen is Founder & CEO Abrahamsen Financial Group. His company offers customized wealth management solutions—creating plans and portfolios that protect, preserve, and grow client’s wealth. He was selected as one of the ten most dependable Wealth Managers in the Mid-Atlantic as published in Forbes magazine. 

 

Talking Points from Harry Abramhamsen on
If We Are Heading Toward a Stock Market Crash:

As we navigate uncharted waters in our modern day pandemic, there is a tremendous financial impact felt in both global markets and by people around the world.

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