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  • Annuities: The Cost of Guaranteed Income
    Jan 23 2026
    The annuity was designed to provide a stream of lifetime income in exchange for a lump sum payment, and they have since evolved to provide varying levels of safety and growth, but these features come at a steep cost, and it’s important to understand their limitations if you wish to reap their benefits. Donna and Nathan discuss mechanics, tax treatment, and complex rules governing annuities that can lead to confusion and costly mistakes. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History, Nathan covers the critical role of tariffs and taxes throughout US history. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 1/21/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    42 min
  • The Zero Tax Population
    Jan 22 2026

    After the tax breaks built into the One Big Beautiful Bill, it is estimated that 42% of Americans will pay zero income tax, and if you were wondering how that could be possible, you’re not alone! Donna and Nathan walk us through five different scenarios of households that would end up paying no income taxes under the current tax system. Also, on MoneyTalk, 529s and other college tools, and Stock Trivia: Battle of the Sowas. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 1/20/2026; Original Air Dates: 12/28/2023 & 10/2/2025. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    40 min
  • New Roth Rules & IRA Limits
    Jan 20 2026

    High earners over age 50, a group traditionally excluded from Roth participation, are now being required to make their catch-up contributions on a Roth basis, an ironic pivot intended to bolster near term government revenue. Donna and Nathan discuss the various changes to retirement account rules and limits to keep you on the right side of the regulators. Also, on MoneyTalk, investing in international markets, and Stock Trivia: Battle of the Sowas. Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 1/15/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    42 min
  • Selling Your Business In-House
    Jan 20 2026
    An employer stock option plan can be a valuable company benefit as a compliment to your employees’ retirement savings, but it can also be a powerful tool to facilitate a business owner’s exit strategy. Nathan discusses the ins and outs of ESOPs, who they may be appropriate for, and why an employer may choose sell their company to their employees rather than on the open market. Also, on our MoneyTalk Moment in Financial History, Nathan and Daniel take us through the complicated legacy of one of the Industrial Revolution’s greatest contributors, Henry Ford. Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Special Guest: Daniel Sowa; Air Date: 1/14/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    42 min
  • Playing Catchup Just Got Harder
    Jan 15 2026

    Starting in 2026, higher income workers over 50 are required to make 401k catchup contributions on a Roth basis, one of the more controversial provisions of the SECURE Act 2.0. Donna discusses how this change reduces the potential for tax deferred growth for those affected while increasing government revenue, and some of the likely implementation hurdles. Also, on MoneyTalk, considerations for the year leading up to retirement. Host: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF®; Air Date: 1/12/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    41 min
  • Inherited IRA Withdrawal Rules
    Jan 12 2026

    Inheriting money from a spouse is a pretty straightforward process, but when money is passed down from parents or other family members, the rules get a bit more complicated. Donna and Nathan discuss the process of distributing assets from a non-spousal inheritance. Also, on MoneyTalk, Stock Trivia: Battle of the Sowas. —Indexed annuities are insurance contracts that, depending on the contract, may offer a guaranteed annual interest rate and some participation growth, if any, of a stock market index. Such contracts have substantial variation in terms, costs of guarantees and features, and may cap participation or returns in significant ways. Any guarantees offered are backed by the financial strength of the insurance company, not an outside entity. Investors are cautioned to carefully review an index annuity for its features, costs, risks, and how the variables are calculated. — Hosts: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF® & Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 1/6/2026; Original Air Date: 7/1/2025. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    41 min
  • Longevity Planning
    Jan 7 2026

    Retirement planning is mainly focused on the math, but there is much more to aging than surviving financially, and today’s advisors are taking a more holistic approach to serving their senior clients. Donna discusses how longevity planning is providing a more comprehensive solution to the needs of the retirement community. Also, on MoneyTalk, hurdles you may face during your first year of retirement. Host: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF®; Air Date: 1/5/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    41 min
  • Developing Your Business Exit Strategy
    Jan 6 2026

    After investing decades of time and energy into building a business, when the day finally comes to cash in on that hard work, many are shocked to find that they've vastly overestimated their business' market value and are unprepared for the financial and psychological shift ahead. Nathan discusses strategies for preparing your business for sale, including boosting your valuation, succession planning, and transitioning to life after the hustle. Host: Nathan Beauvais, CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA®; Air Date: 1/2/2026. Have a question for the hosts? Leave a message on the MoneyTalk Hotline at (401) 587-SOWA and have your voice heard live on the air!

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    42 min