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February 14, 2026

Paying off credit card debt, building college funds for family, and considerations when estimating retirement savings

Money Talk with Carl Stuart

By: Carl Stuart

Carl Stuart takes caller and text questions on the benefits of money market funds, the pros and cons of different down payment amounts when buying a house, and the rules around inheriting Roth IRAs. He also provides advice on the topic of paying off credit card debt, building college funds for nieces and nephews, and considerations when estimating retirement savings.

January 31, 2026

Pension Payouts, Index Funds, and Diversifying Bonds

Money Talk with Carl Stuart

By: Carl Stuart

Carl Stuart takes caller and text questions on the pros and cons of taking a lump sum pension payout versus a monthly pension payment for life, the importance of considering investing in index funds and diversifying their bond holdings, and the problem with relying solely on CDs or savings accounts.