Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Talking Real Money - Investing Talk
Don McDonald
Ep. 1975: Put the Brakes on Buy Now
41 minutes Posted Sep 10, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
Heavy Metal Opener
Fun Before Money
Saving Comes First
Friction Beats Impulse
Automate Your Savings
Save Young, Enjoy Later
Listener Question Time
Pension Payout Risks
Factor Funds Debate
Wrap-Up and Resources
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The best portfolio cannot help much if every spare dollar disappears at checkout. Don and Tom debate practical ways to slow impulse purchases, automate saving, and build better money habits—without banning the things that make life enjoyable. A live listener call turns to TIAA and 403(b) costs, diversification, and where stocks and bonds belong across Roth and traditional accounts. Then they discuss why a pension promise depends on who stands behind it, and what investors trade when they move...