Are you "Super-Sizing" your 401(k) contributions now like so many Americans are doing right now? While the standard contribution limit is $24,500, at certain ages you can contribute $32,500. And, those age 60-63--are tucking away over $35,000+ a year right now--legally. Get the facts and guidelines in today's episode and then learn why so many people refer to the 1950s as the Golden American Era, yet the average person today has much more material wealth. It may shock you...THINK RETIREMENT NOW is on the air!!!

So, which is better for the stock market--a strong dollar or a weak dollar? Well, it's complicated. Especially in a world that is no longer horse and buggy. International trade is 24/7/365 with hundreds of currency fluctuations by the minute. While most people assume a strong dollar is best for the market, many are shocked to learn it can be exactly the opposite! Steve will explain in detail in Segment 1, then follow up with rock solid retirement income strategies working right now. THINK Retirement NOW ™ is on the air!!!....

Today's stock market is built around two indispensable things: The AI build-out phase and the continuing massive contributions to 401ks by the American work force. Does your financial plan protect you if something slows down with the build out, leading to layoffs, leading to fewer contributions? Today we explore a key problem with the building of data centers: no one wants one in their back yard. We'll review a Wall Street Journal report. Are you protected against a domino effect? Let's dig in...THINK Retirement NOW is on the air!!!

...So, which is better for the stock market--a strong dollar or a weak dollar? Well, it's complicated. Especially in a world that is no longer horse and buggy. International trade is 24/7/365 with hundreds of currency fluctuations by the minute. While most people assume a strong dollar is best for the market, many are shocked to learn it can be exactly the opposite! Steve will explain in detail in Segment 1, then follow up with rock solid retirement income strategies working right now. THINK Retirement NOW ™ is on the air!!!....

The Iran conflict--aimed at eliminating nuclear weapons in a hot headed, trigger happy country-- had the right target but hit many Americans in the wallet who could not afford it. As Newton said there is an equal and opposite reaction to every action. A Wall Street Journal report says that due to expiring car leases, used EVs now represent the most economical ride in the country. We'll examine why AND why the U.S. Air Force wants to put rotary engines in military drones. Then a close look at retirement homes offering the best food in the country...THINK Retirement Now is on the air!!!

Do you find yourself in the "Work One More Year" trap? Increasingly, many retiring professionals are deciding to stay on at work "one more year." Why? Here's a clue: It's not just the money. We'll dig in deep and then instruct you on how to allocate your money so that you can retire and STAY retired--financially speaking-- THINK Retirement NOW ™ is on the air!!

The predictable pullback for the biggest names in the AI trade--like Nvidia, Broadcom, and Micron--normal and natural. That said, the SPACE X IPO is likely the biggest culprit. All the signs point to profit taking in the big names to create cash to buy SPACE X, Is this the end of the AI trade? Is it time to jump off a cliff? No, not even close--the goal of a prudent investor is to buy quality stocks making real money in the real world. This "dip" in the market could create bargain opportunities. We'll analyze and then explore the job explosion for electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians and carpenters. THINK Retirement NOW™ is on the air!!!

Investors continue to wonder if they are investing in a bubble--like the Internet stock bubble of 2000. But today we go over the numbers to reveal a surprising reality--today's market has virtually no similarities to 2000. Why? Because the underlying build out of the AI Infrastructure points to substantial profits to come for the companies we like to invest in. In this episode, we'll examine the numbers by Pew Research on why the build out of AI data centers continues at a massive pace. Then some asset allocation guidance for your retirement strategy. THINK Retirement NOW ™ is on the air!!!