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Creating Richer Lives

Creating Richer Lives

Written by: Karl Eggerss
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Welcome to "Creating Richer Lives", where living a richer life goes beyond the balance in your bank account. In fact, being richer is about what you do with your dollars and how the choices you make with your money not only define your lifestyle now, but impact your legacy for years to come. Whether you're working towards retirement or seeking ways to make philanthropy your goal, there is a road to get you there. It's time to redefine what it means to have a richer life.Copyright CAPTRUST Economics Personal Finance Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Trump Accounts Explained: A New Way to Build Wealth for the Next Generation
    Feb 14 2026
    In this episode of Creating Richer Lives, host Karl Eggerss welcomes Shawn Morris, CFP® back to the studio to break down the newly launched "Trump Accounts." They explain how these accounts work, including the government's $1,000 seed contribution, annual funding limits, tax treatment, and how parents, grandparents, and even employers can use them strategically. The conversation also explores how early investing can build long-term financial confidence for the next generation. Show Topics
    • Trump Accounts Overview
    • Government Seed Funding
    • Tax Planning Strategies
    • Generational Wealth Tools
    • Early Investing Benefits
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    18 mins
  • Inside the Market Rotation Behind Dow 50,000
    Feb 7 2026
    In this episode of Creating Richer Lives, Karl Eggerss breaks down a whirlwind week in the markets—one marked by sharp sector rotations, a major milestone for the Dow, and surprising divergences beneath the surface. He explains why areas like consumer staples surged while software and momentum names struggled. Karl also explores whether AI fears are justified in the software space and what these shifts mean for diversified investors. He closes with practical guidance on positioning, profit‑taking, and why staying balanced matters in a rapidly changing market environment. Show Topics
    • Dow hits 50,000
    • Value beats growth
    • Tech, software slump
    • Staples and banks surge
    • AI fears hit software
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    23 mins
  • Was This a Warsh Case Scenario?
    Jan 31 2026
    In this podcast episode, Karl Eggerss discusses President Trump's surprise nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chair, which triggered a sharp market reaction—most notably a spike in the dollar and a steep selloff in precious metals. Karl explains Warsh's background, his reputation as a policy hawk, and why the pick caught markets off guard. Despite some higher one‑day volatility in certain areas, overall market indexes were mostly flat for the week, reinforcing the value of diversification. Show Topics
    • Fed chair nomination
    • Market reaction overview
    • Precious metals selloff
    • Commodity/inflation divergence
    • Diversification importance
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    22 mins
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