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- 3 days ago19 min
A Red Day in the Stock Market? Here’s What Actually Matters
“In the short run, the market is a voting machine. In the long run, it is a weighing machine.” – Benjamin GrahamMarkets had a strong week but closed Friday in the red. Was it headlines, politics, or the Middle East? Maybe partly. But the bigger story may be interest rates and Treasury yields staying elevated, making lower-risk investments like Treasuries more attractive than stocks in the short term.James breaks down the latest market news, China trade talks, oil prices, the Fed outlook, and why long-term investors may need to stay focused on the bigger picture. Volatility is normal, cash can create opportunity during dips, and AI could still be one of the biggest growth stories ahead.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.
- 1 weeks ago24 min
S&P 500 All Time High… Melt Up or Market Crash Next? (AI Boom Explained)
The market just hit a new all time high, with the S&P 500 pushing toward 7400 and the Nasdaq closing its 5th straight week of gains. So what happens next… are we heading for a melt up or a pullback? In this video, we break down: Why the market feels great right now… and why that can change fast. The latest jobs report and what it means for the economy. How AI is driving massive spending and earnings growth. Why the next 12 to 24 months could be one of the biggest investing opportunities we have seen. The “risk off to risk on” shift and why cash on the sidelines could flood back into the market. The truth is, nobody knows exactly what happens next. But staying even keeled and trusting the process matters more than trying to time every move.If you are investing right now, this is a conversation you need to hear.Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.
- 3 weeks ago17 min
All Time Highs and How the Companies That Spend on CAPEX Will Benefit From Progress
James discusses news for the week, current conditions for the market, and an anecdote about emotional investing consequences.
- Apr 8, 202656 min
The Money Chica on Budgeting, Scarcity Mindset, Debt, and Financial Clarity
In this conversation, Brandon sits down with Karen Calderon aka The Money Chica, a certified financial coach whose brand centers on helping people feel clear, confident, and in control with their money. They talk about budgeting, behavioral finance, scarcity mindset, cultural differences in financial literacy, credit card debt, and why financial clarity has to come before trying to fix everything else. Karen’s approach emphasizes getting clear on what is really causing money stress, building a system that fits real life, and aligning spending with what actually matters. They also discuss money in relationships, why couples often struggle to communicate about finances, and why sharing life often means sharing money too. The Money Chica site highlights that clarity, support, and realistic systems are the foundation for long-term financial peace. #financialliteracy #moneymindset #budgeting The Money ChicaKaren Caldarone, Certified Financial Coach, M.A.https://themoneychica.com Hosted by James Walters, CIMA®, CRPC®, and Brandon West, CPA, co-owners of West & Walters Tax and Wealth Management, a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) and tax firm based in Carlsbad, California. Our goal is to share market insights, investing tips, tax strategies, and straightforward financial education to help viewers make smarter financial decisions. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.
- Mar 13, 202617 min
Stock Market Outlook for the Rest of 2026
Is the 2026 stock market sitting on the edge of something bigger? In this video, we talk through why it feels like we are at the precipice, with major uncertainty surrounding the economy, inflation, mortgage rates, real estate, oil prices, and the war in Iran. We break down how all of these forces connect and why investors are watching every new headline so closely.We also explain PCE and Core PCE, two of the inflation measures that matter most to the Federal Reserve, and why they could play a big role in what happens next for interest rates and the stock market. If you want a big-picture discussion on where markets may be heading and what risks could shape the rest of 2026, this episode is for you.All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.
- Mar 12, 202633 min
The New Reality of the Stock Market (Volatility, Risk, and Investor Psychology)
Volatility is back in a big way.Large daily market swings are becoming more common, and investors are navigating an environment where sentiment can shift quickly.In this interview, Brandon and James break down why the stock market has become more volatile and how different generations approach risk differently.They discuss the rise of high-risk investing, including cryptocurrency-only portfolios and meme coins, and why understanding downside risk is critical when building wealth.The conversation also highlights the importance of discipline, long-term thinking, and the role a financial advisor can play in helping investors avoid emotional decisions during turbulent markets.James also shares two companies he is currently watching closely: HIPO and KLAC.Subscribe for weekly insights on markets, investing, and tax strategies.All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.
- Mar 4, 202637 min
What Is the Real Cost of Dying Without a Trust? Estate Planning, Probate, and Protecting Your Family
Brandon sits down with Brittany Cohen, Esq., Attorney at Law at Peaceful Warrior Law, APC in San Diego, California, for an important conversation about estate planning, trusts, probate, and protecting your family. Brittany’s boutique law practice focuses on estate planning, trust creation, elder law, Medi-Cal planning, asset protection, tax reduction planning, personal injury, and more. In this interview, Brandon and Brittany break down what a trust is, why it matters, and why it is not just for high net worth families. They discuss how having a trust can potentially save your family hundreds of thousands of dollars, help avoid probate, and reduce the risk of future family conflict and lawsuits. They also explain what assets typically go through probate, what assets may avoid probate, and why understanding the difference matters.This conversation also covers:- Why putting property into a trust is often better than gifting it- How inherited property should be handled- The role of beneficiaries in your estate plan- When the right time is to create a trust- How children factor into estate planning decisions- Why business owners need a contingency plan- Why so many families still do not have an estate plan in place- If you want to better understand what can happen when someone dies without a trust, and how to protect your assets, your loved ones, and your legacy, this interview is a must-watch. All Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.Brittany Cohen | Peaceful Warrior LawYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@brittanycohen_attorneyTik Tok: @attorney_brittanycohenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/peacefulwarriorlawyer_/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-cohen-49619a77/
- Feb 27, 202615 min
The Market Pulled Back This Week… But 2% Advisor Fees Are the Real Shock
This week, James breaks down stock market news and events this week. Nvidia sank after strong earnings, the Dow dropped over 500 points, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also moved lower. Inflation data (PPI and Core PPI) came in hotter than expected. One of the biggest takeaways has nothing to do with headlines. It has to do with fees. James shares that he has now seen four separate portfolios charging a 2% advisor fee this week alone, and that is before platform fees, 12b1 fees, planning fees, mutual fund fees, and transaction costs are even added in. If your money is sitting in basic ETFs or mutual funds, you need to know exactly what you are paying and whether your advisor is truly earning it.He also covers Nvidia’s post-earnings drop, why earnings and short-term share price do not always move together, the 10-year Treasury yield falling to 3.97%, OpenAI’s massive new valuation, Netflix moving higher, CoreWeave’s sharp decline, and the broader fear hanging over markets from inflation, geopolitics, and uncertainty.The bigger message is this: fear is always present. Inflation, rumors of war, political uncertainty, and market volatility will never fully go away. But history shows that downturns do not last forever, and disciplined investors who stay focused tend to be rewarded over time.In this video:• Why 2% advisor fees can quietly destroy long-term returns• The real all-in cost investors need to ask about• Why Nvidia falling after great earnings is not unusual• Key market moves from this past week• Why fear keeps many people from building wealth• Why long-term market history still mattersAll Information is educational in its intent and distribution! Please do not consider this personal financial advice. We believe all clients have unique situations and thus require unique advice.
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About 15 Minutes of Finance
Want business, investment, tax, and economic news from someone under the age of 75? Want someone who isn't doing it for the "money"? Someone who is honest to you about what's going on in the world? Then stay tuned - I run an investment firm but I am not the big banks, I run an investment firm but I am not the Bernie Madoffs, I run an investment firm but I am not the wolves of wall street... I am a passionate investor looking to do the right thing for my clients and encourage others to invest as well. I hope listening to this podcast gets you intrigued, curious, and excited about the investment world... There is a lot there for everyone to benefit from. Join me.Disclosure: My opinion on market insights, investment and economic research. This podcast is STRICTLY my own opinion. NOT advice. Should you want professional advice, please reach out via my website. The reason this shouldn't be construed as advice is because your situation is completely unique of another person's. Thi
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