Ric Edelman is the nation’s most acclaimed financial advisor, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of 10 books on personal finance with more than one million copies in print in seven languages, and founder of the nation’s largest financial planning firm, ranked #1 for quality by Consumer Reports

Every weekend, Ric gives you the information you need about the five personal finance topics that matter most today: longevity, retirement security, exponential technologies, digital assets, and health & wellness. Using his trademark humor and unique delivery, Ric makes complex topics easy to understand – as only he can! 

Ric was ranked three times as the nation’s #1 Independent Financial Advisor by Barron’s, and he’s in both Research Magazine’s and Barron’s Financial Advisor Halls of Fame. He’s also recipient of IARFC’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Investment Advisor, RIABiz and InvestmentNews all named him one of the most influential people in the investment management profession – and he’s been named six times by TALKERS as one of the HEAVY HUNDRED – the 100 most important radio talk show hosts in the country!

Tune in to Ric’s show every weekend for the knowledge you need to achieve financial success!                                                                                                                                                                                             

For more information on the five personal finance topics that matter most today, visit THE TRUTH ABOUT YOUR FUTURE website at thetayf.com.

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3/18/24: Tomorrow's Driving Technology Available Today

3/15/24: Tomorrow's Urban Revolution Is Here

Urban innovation on display – IMAX legend Greg MacGillivray's "Cities of the Future" demonstrates how engineering marvels will revolutionize city life. Plus, I reveal why a mortgage in retirement is financially astute. Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Links from today's show: Advisor Toolkit: https://dacfp.com/toolkit/ Investor Toolkit: https://dacfp.com/spot_bitcoin_etf_toolkit/ The Truth About Money (Ric's #1 best-selling book): https://a.co/d/g4TyyZA Cities of the Future (IMAX film): https://citiesofthefuturefilm.com/ Dream Big (IMAX film): https://dreambigfilm.com/ Find an IMAX theater near you: https://www.imax.com/ Edelman Planetarium: https://sites.rowan.edu/planetarium/ Edelman Fossil Park: https://www.rowan.edu/fossils/ ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/14/24: Endometriosis - New Treatments Emerge

200 million women worldwide battle endometriosis, a condition with no cure and limited treatment options for decades – until now. Discover the latest breakthroughs in treatment and womb transplant successes in today’s episode.  Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Bitwise: https://www.bitwise.com Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/13/24: AI is Taking Over the Music Industry

ABBA, Sinatra, Elvis and other stars – all performing live thanks to AI. What does this mean for real artists and the future of entertainment? Tune in now to find out!  Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Link from today's show: Advisor Toolkit: https://dacfp.com/toolkit/ Investor Toolkit: https://dacfp.com/spot_bitcoin_etf_toolkit/ ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Bitwise: https://www.bitwise.com Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/12/24: When Must You Check “Yes” to the IRS Crypto Question on Form 1040?

If you’re like 52 million other Americans, you own bitcoin – but you’re overlooking the tax implications. Today's podcast clarifies the tax responsibilities for digital asset owners. No 1099s for crypto? I'll reveal what you need to do – tune in now.  Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Links from today's show: Tax Record Keeping and Reporting Services - DACFP: https://dacfp.com/yp/tax-record-keeping-and-reporting-services-for-digital-assets/ IRS: Updates to question on digital assets; taxpayers should continue to report all digital asset income | Internal Revenue Service: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-updates-to-question-on-digital-assets-taxpayers-should-continue-to-report-all-digital-asset-income Digital Assets | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov): https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/digital-assets Spot Bitcoin ETFs Toolkit - DACFP: https://dacfp.com/toolkit/ DACFP Courses: https://dacfp.com/certification/online-courses/ ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/11/24: Would You Pay $145,000 for 400 Square Feet?

The housing affordability crisis worsens. Young buyers are forced to consider extreme measures, including tiny homes, to find affordable living spaces. Today's episode explores the dramatic shift in housing trends and its implications. Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/8/24: QQQ Turns 25

Celebrating 25 years: QQQ dominates the ETF market. Paul Schroeder from Invesco joins me to explore the influence of QQQ on tech investment strategies. Plus, a shocking 44% of Americans regret their college major – find out why on today’s podcast. Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Links from today's show: Wealth Management Convergence (discount code WMC2024): https://www.thetayf.com/pages/convergence Invesco: https://www.invesco.com/ Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Invesco QQQM: https://www.invesco.com/us/en/etf/nasdaq-100-qqqm.html Invesco QQQJ: https://www.invesco.com/us/en/etf/nasdaq-next-gen-100-qqqj.html Invesco QQQS: https://www.invesco.com/us/financial-products/etfs/product-detail?audienceType=Investor&productId=ETF-QQQS ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/7/24: Advisors' Moves, Clients' Choices

Financial advisors are switching firms at an unprecedented rate. What motivates their moves, and how does it affect you? Today’s podcast addresses this trend and the widespread regret among advisors post-switch.  Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Links from today's show: Wealth Management Convergence (discount code WMC2024): https://www.thetayf.com/pages/convergence ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/6/24: Technology Meets… Adult Entertainment

It’s the, uh, intimate tech topic no one wants to talk about – but which is undeniably the leader in adoption of technological innovation. It’s as old as the pyramids and as new as robots – and as controversial as ever. What is the future of this, uh, activity? Tune in to find out. And yes, you know what I’m talking about. Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Links from today's show: Wealth Management Convergence (discount code = WMC2024): https://www.thetayf.com/pages/convergence The Coolest Tech Coming in 2024 (1/8/24 Episode): https://www.thetayf.com/blogs/this-weeks-stories/the-coolest-tech-coming-in-2024 The Perfect Chair and Eyeglasses that Let You Hear (1/9/24 Episode): https://www.thetayf.com/blogs/this-weeks-stories/the-perfect-chair-and-eyeglasses-that-let-you-hear A Universal Translator, Revolutionary Baby Stroller, Transparent TV and More! (1/10/24 Episode): https://www.thetayf.com/blogs/this-weeks-stories/a-universal-translator-revolutionary-baby-stroller-transparent-tv-and-more AI Makeup, Genetic Analysis for Obesity, and Targeted Soundbeams (1/11/24 Episode): https://www.thetayf.com/blogs/this-weeks-stories/ai-makeup-genetic-analysis-for-obesity-and-targeted-soundbeams Billion-Color Laser TVs, Home Theater Aromas and a Car That Drives Sideways (1/12/24 Episode): https://www.thetayf.com/blogs/this-weeks-stories/billion-color-laser-tvs-home-theater-aromas-and-a-car-that-drives-sideways ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----

3/5/24: Investing in Innovation

25% of global CEOs are cutting their workforce due to AI. These layoffs will impact industries from media to banking – on today’s show, discover how this affects job security and the skills you’ll need for the future.  Subscribe to podcast updates: https://form.jotform.com/223614751580152 Ask Ric: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/ask-ric ----- Links from today's show: Wealth Management Convergence (discount code = WMC2024): https://www.thetayf.com/pages/convergence ----- Follow Ric on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RicEdelman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ric_edelman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ricedelman/ X: https://twitter.com/ricedelman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RicEdelman ----- Brought to you by: Invesco QQQ: https://www.invesco.com/qqq-etf/en/home.html Schwab: https://www.schwab.com/ Disclosure page: https://www.thetayf.com/pages/sponsorship-disclosure-fee -----