• Office Hours with Gary Allen

  • By: Gary Allen
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Office Hours with Gary Allen

By: Gary Allen
  • Summary

  • Dive into the world of financial literacy with ”Office Hours with Gary Allen,” the essential podcast for California Teachers Association (CTA) members.
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Episodes
  • The Index Annuity Illusion - A Tale of Caution for CTA Members
    Apr 10 2024

    Join Gary Allen as he demystifies index annuities, revealing the stark differences between marketing promises and the reality of these complex insurance products sold to CTA members.

    Here is a link to the flyer on the index annuity

    https://merrillconnect.iscorp.com/nlg/viewDocument.action?itemNbr=101598

    Here is a picture of Nominal versus Real Returns mentioned in the podcast:

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    27 mins
  • Breaking Free: An Educator's Guide to Conquering Credit Card Debt
    Apr 10 2024

    Join Gary Allen as he delves into the world of credit card debt, offering CTA members a lifeline out of the debt treadmill that too many people are stuck on. Learn through some practical advice and proven strategies to get out of debt once and for all.

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    30 mins
  • Fiduciaries vs. Salespeople: Navigating the Financial Maze!
    Apr 10 2024

    In this episode of "Office Hours with Gary Allen," Gary delves into the complex world of financial and insurance advisors that CTA members encounter. He illuminates the critical differences between fiduciaries and non-fiduciaries, emphasizing the importance of understanding these distinctions to make informed financial decisions.

    Gary explains how fiduciaries, bound by law to act in your best interest, contrast with non-fiduciaries, who are only required to recommend "suitable" products, potentially leaving better options unexplored. He warns against the conflicts of interest inherent in non-fiduciary relationships, especially those that operate on commission-based models, urging educators to seek advisors who are fiduciaries 100% of the time.

    Gary also touches on the role of insurance agents in financial planning, advising caution and thorough vetting when considering their products for retirement savings. This episode is a must-listen for CTA members aiming to navigate their financial futures with confidence, offering insights into selecting advisors who truly align with their best interests.

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    28 mins

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