RADIO

Know your purpose

2010-04-01T16:53:19Z

Did the 2008 financial earthquake flatten your portfolio? Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown discuss the first step in building a portfolio that can withstand the next financial earthquake. Broadcast on KWAV 97FM on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. Time: 77 seconds.

Lessons from Haiti

2010-03-24T17:26:34Z

The devastation in Haiti is a stark reminder that we ignore building codes at our own peril. Likewise, portfolios need to be built on proper foundations following proven principles. Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown launch a series of broadcasts that will teach listeners how to properly structure their portfolios. Broadcast on KWAV 97FM on Wednesday, March 24, 2010. Time: 82 seconds.

Never too early for tax planning

2010-03-18T17:18:00Z

With April 15th fast approaching, most people are rushing to finish their 2009 taxes. But the smart people know that now is a great time to start tax planning for next year. Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown welcome you to the 2010 tax season. Broadcast on KWAV 97FM on Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Time: 79 seconds.

A great time to start a business

2010-03-11T18:32:00Z

Hard times can spell opportunity for those who know where to look. Just ask the founders of Disney, Hewlett Packard and Microsoft. These companies, and many other corporate juggernauts, were actually started during very difficult times. Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown discuss why this might be a great time to start a business. Broadcast on KWAV 97FM on Wednesday, March 10, 2010. Time: 82 seconds.

Should I buy or lease that new car?

2010-03-09T06:10:12Z

Have you ever wondered about those attractive looking car leases? Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown answer a listener's question: should I buy or lease? Broadcast on KWAV 97FM on Wednesday, March 3, 2010. Time: 81 seconds.

Watch out for debt relief scams

2010-02-26T03:51:04Z

Commercials for debt relief companies are all over the place. Some are legit, but some are scams. Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown discuss how to tell the difference. Broadcast on KWAV 97 FM on Wednesday February 24, 2010. Time: 79 seconds.

Why you should dump your broker.

2010-02-25T00:53:06Z

Choosing the right financial advisor is one of the most important financial decisions most people make. Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown discuss why you should look to a fee-only advisor if you want unbiased financial advice. Broadcast on KWAV 97 FM on Wednesday February 17, 2010. Time: 83 seconds.

Save it for a rainy day

2010-02-11T18:03:22Z

Rainy weather on the west coast and blizzards on the east coast remind us that rainy days do come and we need to be prepared for them. A cash reserve gives us resilience to deal with life's unexpected twists and turns. But how much should we have on reserve? Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown talk about the importance of a rainy day fund. Broadcast on KWAV 97 FM on Wednesday, February 10, 2010. Time: 77 seconds.

Make your heirs wealthy

2010-02-03T17:07:13Z

Passing wealth from one generation to the next can be tricky. Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown talk about how a clear understanding of wealth can help you protect your heirs from becoming financial zombies. Broadcast on KWAV 97 FM on Wednesday, February 3 2010. Time: 77 seconds.

What is wealth?

2010-01-27T17:20:43Z

Most people understand that wealth is more than money. Listen as Steve Merrell and KWAV's Barry Brown discuss the three elements that comprise real wealth. Broadcast on KWAV 97 FM on Wednesday, January 27, 2010. Time: 78 seconds.