In this first-ever roundtable, the Balance Wealth team jumps straight into the headlines moving markets. Ryan Mannen leads Bob, Nick, and Tyler in a lively discussion on Trump’s proposed tariffs, the ripple effects on inflation, and how investors can position themselves now. Along the way, they share practical strategies for different life stages, unpack a real-world retirement scenario, and even venture into the cosmos with a surprising take on life beyond Earth.

*This episode was previously recorded when the Trump administration first announced the new administration's tariffs*

In this episode:

• Why tariffs are back in the spotlight and what they could mean for your portfolio.

• Bob’s perspective on staying the course in uncertain markets.
• Tyler and Nick’s insights on time horizons and smarter decision-making.
• A 58-year-old with $2 million—what’s the move?
• How a conversation about markets ended up light-years away.

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