The Future of Airline Miles: Devaluation or Opportunity?

New Focus on Wealth with Chad Burton

In this episode of "New Focus on Wealth," certified financial planner Chad Burton provides a comprehensive market update, discussing the recent rally in stocks, the bond market, and the potential impact of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. He highlights the performance of different indexes, such as the NASDAQ, S&P 500, and Russell 2000, and emphasizes the importance of diversification in a balanced portfolio. Chad also delves into the value of credit card points and airline miles, addressing concerns about potential devaluation and the impact of the Credit Card Competition Act. Additionally, he shares insights on the significance of water consumption for overall health and retirement readiness, emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The episode concludes with a reminder to sign up for a webinar on retirement readiness and the benefits of using a corporate bond ladder in retirement planning.

Timestamps:

[00:01:10] Market update and rally.

[00:03:42] Commercial refinance issue coming up.

[00:08:46] Small cap market performance.

[00:13:13] Value versus growth performance.

[00:16:41] Market oversold in 2022.

[00:19:30] Endless travel pass.

[00:23:31] Retirement portfolio strategies.

[00:26:05] Air miles devaluation concerns.

[00:29:23] Value of airline miles.

[00:33:56] Water consumption and health.

[00:37:24] Retirement and community living.

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