Wall Streets wild ride, portfolio spending stress, Social Security advice, non-traded REITs, and a financial plan as a wedding gift?

Published: Aug. 17, 2024, 1 p.m.

On this week\u2019s Money Matters, Scott and Pat explain why they aren\u2019t surprised by Wall Street\u2019s recent roller coaster ride. A caller nearing retirement expresses anxiety about shifting from saving to spending. A Virginia father wonders if he should buy a financial plan as a wedding gift for his son. A Texas caller asks whether his wife can claim half of his Social Security benefit. Finally, Scott and Pat discuss the downside of non-traded real estate investment trusts, or REITs.\n\xa0\nJoin Money Matters:\xa0 Get your most pressing financial questions answered by Allworth's CEOs Scott Hanson and Pat McClain live on-air! Call 833-99-WORTH. Or ask a question by clicking\xa0here.\xa0 You can also be on the air by emailing Scott and Pat at\xa0questions@moneymatters.com.\nDownload and rate our podcast\xa0here.