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MoneyTalks 50+S7 M5 The Hidden Impact of Cognitive Biases on SpendingToday’s minisode discusses a different kind of hidden chapter – cognitive biases and marketing techniques. Join Jess as she helps you spot different psychological techniques and traps that may lead you to spend and buy more than you need, or lead you to purchase things you didn’t need in the first place! ElderWatch does not provide financial or legal advice. Our music was created by OfShane. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2025-07-2119 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 E4 Long Term Care - Considerations and FinancesLong Term Care is a hidden chapter that many people don't want to discuss, whether for themselves or for a loved one, but a bit of planning can make all the difference when it comes to this hidden chapter. Join Jess as she discusses some of the considerations that will help you evaluate a location, and provides some ideas on how to finance long term care. In this episode, you'll hear Jess say "ADLs." ADL stands for "Activities of Daily Living," and encompasses things like walking, feeding, dressing, etc. In other contexts, you may also hear "IADLs" w...2025-07-1838 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 M4 So You Want to be an Expat? Financial and Logistical Considerations for Retiring AbroadRetiring outside of the United States is a dream for many, and may be a great way to reduce your cost of living; however, without proper planning and consideration of logistics and finances, this hidden chapter may be more difficult that you realize. Join Jess as she discusses some of the common reasons that retiring abroad may be unsuccessful, provides some tips on choosing a location to move to, and reveals some of the hidden financial considerations that are imperative to a successful retirement outside of the United States. Resources mentioned in this episode: Soc...2025-07-1411 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 E3 Aging in Place - Part 275% of older adults want to stay in their homes, and 73% want to stay in their communities; however, 44% feel that a move is inevitable. When it comes to aging in place, there are many hurdles that must be overcome to make this Hidden Chapter successful.Join Jess for part 2 of her discussion on aging in place, where she will speak with experts on the subject to help your money make more sense when it comes to financing this hidden chapter. In part 2, Jess, Joanne Binet, and Shannon Guzman will discuss some practical ideas and adaptations to make aging...2025-07-1136 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 M3 Financial Signs of Cognitive DeclineFinances can be one of the first arenas where we begin to see the presence of cognitive decline, but do you know what some of the signs are? In today’s mini episode, Jess will provide a high level overview of some of the financial indicators that might tip you off about the potential presence of cognitive decline. Resources Mentioned in this Episode:Free Financial Tools (YouTube series)National Do Not Call RegistryMoneyTalks 50+ is brought to you by ElderWatch: a 20+ year collaboration between AARP and the Colorado Attorney General's Office. Our goal is t...2025-07-0809 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 E2 Aging in Place - Part 175% of older adults want to stay in their homes, and 73% want to stay in their communities; however, 44% feel that a move is inevitable. When it comes to aging in place, there are many hurdles that must be overcome to make this Hidden Chapter successful.Join Jess for part 1 of a 2-part discussion on aging in place, where she will speak with experts on the subject to help your money make more sense when it comes to financing this hidden chapter. In part 1, Jess, Joanne Binet, and Shannon Guzman will discuss some of the reasons that aging in...2025-07-0421 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 M2 Leaving it to Chance? Estate Planning and Healthcare Proxy ConsiderationsTopics that make us consider our mortality – such as estate planning and healthcare proxies – are things that many people don’t want to talk or think about. Unfortunately, leaving these things to chance – especially if you’re a solo ager – may result in situations that do not reflect our desires. Join Jess as she explores what happens when someone passes away without a will in Colorado, and what happens if you are not able to advocate for yourself in a medical setting, but don’t have a health care proxy. At the end of this episode, Jess will also provi...2025-06-3017 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 E1 Solo AgingSolo Agers are individuals who live alone, and who do not have children – or, whose children are unwilling or unable to provide additional support. According to the US Census Bureau, there are approximately 22 million adults age 55+ who live alone, and an estimated 28% of them are childless. When we factor in adults 55+ who have children, but whose children are unwilling or unable to provide support, solo agers encompass about 34% of older adults in the United States. Given the growth of the solo aging community, as well as the current caregiver crisis in the United States, Jess invited AARP Res...2025-06-2737 minMoneyTalks 50+S7 M1 Buy Now Pay Later Apps - What's the Catch?Buy Now Pay Later programs, also known as Point of Sale Loans, are increasing in their availability. In some ways, they are similar to traditional layaway with one huge twist, and many more possible financial consequences. Join Jess to learn more about how Buy Now Pay Later programs work, as well as some of the contractual consequences and psychological pitfalls that can make this appealing payment method cost more than you might expect. MoneyTalks 50+ is brought to you by ElderWatch: a 20+ year collaboration between AARP and the Colorado Attorney General's Office. Our go...2025-06-2308 minMoneyTalks 50+Season 7 Trailer- "Hidden Chapters"Welcome to another season of MoneyTalks 50+! This season is called "Hidden Chapters." Living the life you want in retirement takes planning, but there are some chapters that we hear about more than others when it comes to building the life we want. In Season 7 of MoneyTalks 50+, we'll be covering some of the chapters that people tend to know little about planning for, don't want to think about, or that people are often surprised by. Topics will include Solo Aging, Financing Long Term Care, Tips for Retiring Abroad, Aging in Place, and more! Mo...2025-06-1902 min
All Home Care MattersThe Colorado Older Adults Financial Justice CoalitionAll Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome the team behind the Colorado Older Adults Financial Justice Coalition. About Dr. Eric Chess: Dr. Chess has a background as a practicing physician and lawyer. Currently, he is a clinical professor at the University of Denver with a focus on prevention, well-being and financial decision-making. He founded and continues to direct the Paul Freeman Financial Security Program at the Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging and leads the Colorado Older Adult Financial Justice Coalition. Additionally, Dr. Chess serves as...2025-05-1456 min
No Copay Radio PodcastNo Copay 8-3-24We talked with Andrea Burch the new President of the new Lutheran Hospital that just opened in Wheatridge and all the details of such a nove from old to new anf the bebfits of the new hospital. The we talk with Markl Fetteroff who runs Elderwatch with the AARP that deals with scams and how they can help.2024-08-0631 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 M5 An Ode to Everyday Savings: Cost Cutting Ideas! (pt 2)It’s the season 6 finale of Money Talks 50+! In today’s mini episode, Jess will be finishing out the season by giving you some tangible, practical ideas for stretching your retirement income. She’ll be talking a little bit about insurance brokers and senior living placement agencies, targeted advertisements and cookies, ideas to limit impulse buys in person and online, and some ideas for saving money while having a night in. Give us a listen, and hopefully we’ll help your money make a little bit more sense! For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://w...2024-07-1718 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 E5 Investing 101: Part 3For our last long form episode of the season, we are rounding out our Investment 101 exploration with friend of the podcast, Brian McKinney! Brian is a Founding Partner and Senior Wealth Advisor at Collective Wealth Partners. He is a CFP, RICP, holds an MBA, and has worked in the field for over 15 years. Following our investment chats with Gerri Walsh, Jess and Brian will help you better understand the difference between stocks and funds, the differences between various funds, bonds, habit building around your investment portfolio, and market patterns, among – as always – a plethora of other things! Give...2024-07-121h 04MoneyTalks 50+S6 M4 An Ode to Everyday Savings: Cost Cutting Ideas!It's Wednesday, which means it's time for another mini episode! Today Jess is digging into simple, practical strategies to stretch a dollar, including tips for discounted summer activities!For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2024-07-1110 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 E4 Investing 101: Part 2Gerri Walsh, Senior Vice President of Investor Education at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), is back to continue her investing basics discussion with Jess! In today's episode, among other things, we'll be talking about investing strategies, apps, food for thought in your personal investments, and more! For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2024-07-051h 00MoneyTalks 50+S6 M3 What Happened to Pensions?It’s mini episode time! Today, Jess is covering the transition from pensions to 401(k)s. Why did this transition happen? What are the pros and cons of a pension, and those of a 401(k)? Who assumes the risk of these portfolios?Take a quick listen to learn more, and help your money make more cents. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2024-07-0318 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 E3 Investing 101: Part 1Interested in investing, but not sure where to start? Do you want to start investing, but you’re worried about the risk involved and the losses you might incur as you’re inching closer to retirement? In today’s episode, Jess is chatting with Gerri Walsh to help ease some of the mystery and uncertainty around investing. Among many (many) other things, Gerri Walsh is Senior Vice President of Investor Education at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).In this rich discussion, we’ll be talking about what FINRA does, the rule of 72, how investments fit into the 3-le...2024-06-281h 08MoneyTalks 50+S6 M2 Where did Social Security Come From?In our second mini episode, Jess is giving us a quick crash course on the history of social security! Where did this program come from? Listen to find out! Our theme song is by Ofshane. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2024-06-2609 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 E2 Wait - I can have a Financial Coach, Financial Counselor, and a Financial Planner??In today’s episode, we’re delving into what some of the different professions are within the world of personal finance. Do you need a financial coach, a financial counselor, a financial planner, or maybe all three? Join me as I have a conversation with Kimberly Zimmerman Rand of Dragonfly Financial Solutions to learn about some of the different people that can help you make your personal finance dreams a reality! Our theme song is by Ofshane.For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2024-06-2137 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 M1 What's a Money Script?Today we're releasing a new format - mini episodes! In addition to our weekly long form episodes, we'll be posting shorter episodes on singular topics periodically. For our first mini episode, we're talking about money scripts! Money scripts, a term coined by Dr. Brad Klontz in 2011, are all about the beliefs we have tied to money. But what does that have to do with financial literacy? Give this mini episode a listen to find out! For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2024-06-2012 minMoneyTalks 50+S6 E1 Feeling Financially Underwater?Money Talks 50+ is back with a new host, Jess! This season, we’ll be talking about the finances of retirement for everyone - those years away from retirement, those about to retire, those who have already retired, and those who think they’ll never retire.In our first episode of the season, we are meeting with Brian McKinney of Collective Wealth Partners. In this conversation, we’ll be talking about how to get yourself on track if you feel like you’re financially underwater, strategies for reducing debt and increasing income, budgeting strategies, and an exploration of consider...2024-06-1459 minNo Copay Radio PodcastNO CO-PAY 5-19-24We talked with Mark Fetterhoff the Program Manager with AARP Elderwatch. He deals with fraud, scam, and financial exploitation. He talks about the current scams in Colorado. How to handle questionable emails and more. The we talk with Dr. John Douglas as he address the current changes in handling menopause with hormone therapy2024-05-1931 minNo Copay Radio PodcastNO COPAY 11-19-23We talk with Dr. John Douglas about what is happening with Covid in Colorado and the new vaccine called Novavax. Then we talk with Mark Fetterhoff who is the program manager with AARP Elderwatch which deals with scams, fraud and financial exploitation in Colorado2023-11-1931 minMoneyTalks 50+S5 E3 Preparing for RetirementRebecca discusses the best practices for preparing your finances for retirement. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2023-05-2517 minMoneyTalks 50+S5 E2 Budgeting BasicsRebecca discusses the basics and importance of having a budget including the impact inflation is having on our pocketbooks, wealth principles, and including your loved ones in your financial planning. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2023-05-1822 minMoneyTalks 50+S5 E1 Creating and Sticking to a BudgetRebecca discusses inflation and how it impacts creating a budget. She also gives tips on how to create and stick to a budget once you have one. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2023-05-1610 min
No Copay Radio PodcastNO COPAY 4 -16-23We talked with Mark Fetterhoff from AARP Elderwatch which deals with the latest scams. We also talked with Rob Anderson from Community Works with helps people of all walks of life find jobs and prepare them for the job.See our website for privacy information.2023-04-1631 minMoneyTalks 50+Top Scams 2023Rebecca discusses the top 7 scams to watch out for in 2023 and ways to keep yourself safe!For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2023-01-1112 minMoneyTalks 50+Infórmese de las estafas más comunes del 2022 y como evitarlas en el 2023Mas información en NoMasFraudeColorado.govFor more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2023-01-1121 minMoneyTalks 50+NoCoPay RadioRebecca is interviewed by Murphy Huston about her work at AARP ElderWatch.To learn more about NoCoPay Radio, visit their website here or tune into KOSI 101.1 at 7:30 am on Sundays. ElderWatch thanks NoCoPay Radio for having us on to kick off the year!For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2023-01-0514 min
No Copay Radio PodcastNO COPAY 1 1Dr. John Dougla talks about the end of Tri-county health and how health conditions are in Colorado. Then Rebecca Perl from AARP the Elderwatch talks about handling finances as you get olderSee our website for privacy information.2023-01-0131 minMoneyTalks 50+Como Evitar las Estafas NavideñasLa Procuraduría General de Colorado les desea felices fiestas y queremos que las disfrute estando al tanto de cómo evitar estafas comunes durante las fiestas de diciembre. Mas información en NoMasFraudeColorado.gov The Colorado Department of Law wishes you happy holidays and wants to make sure you enjoy your holidays by avoiding common scams during this festive season. For more information visit NoMasFraudeColorado.govFor more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-12-2219 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 4: Holiday ScamsRebecca discusses the most common holiday scams during the 2022 season. To report a scam, call AARP ElderWatch at 800-222-4444 option 2For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-12-2217 min
No Copay Radio PodcastNO COPAY 12 -4-22Dr. John Douglas updates the concern over Covid..flu and RSV in Colorado. Mark Fetterhoff the AARP Elderwatch manager updates scams during the holidays.See our website for privacy information.2022-12-0230 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Season 4 Episode 3: Wills, Power of Attorney and Advance DirectivesRebecca sits down with Melissa Demorest Leduc to discuss preparing for end of life including advance directives, Power of Attorney and wills.DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE. Please consult with a lawyer in your state before making any final decisions. Advance Medical Directives Information for the Public, Colorado Bar AssociationMore about Melissa here.Contact AARP ElderWatch at 800-222-4444 #2For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-11-1717 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Season 4 Episode 2: Preparing for RetirementRebecca sits down with Martin Booker, Program Manager at AARP to discuss all things preparing for retirement. Resources:AARP Money Map Ace your Retirement Interview an Advisor 99 Ways to Save For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-11-0927 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Season 4 Episode 1: Medicare, Medicare, MedicareRebecca discusses Medicare Open Enrollment, happening now until December 7, 2022.To make changes to your Medicare plan, visit Medicare.govCompare plans here.Need assistance with Medicare? Contact Colorado's State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) here.Report Medicare scams to Senior Medicare Patrol here.For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-11-0326 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 7: Guadalupe BriseñoFull sources available upon request. Contact AARP ElderWatch at 800-222-4444 #2For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-05-0513 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 6: The 1960s and 70sFull source notes are available upon request. AARP ElderWatch can be reached at 800-222-4444 option 2For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-04-2815 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 5: World War IIFull sources available upon request. AARP ElderWatch: 800-222-4444 option #2For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-03-3019 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 4: World War I and The Great DepressionFull source notes available upon request. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-03-2319 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 2: The Sherman Silver Purchase Act, Panic of 1893 and Suffrage in ColoradoFull sources available upon request. For peer-to-peer financial counseling or fraud victim support, call us at 800-222-4444 option 2.For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-03-1614 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 2: Women Before the Gold RushTune in for the second of our six part series on The Numbers Too Big To Ignore: History of Women's Financial Empowerment in Colorado. This episode covers the Indigenous women that inhabited this land before it was called Colorado; Julia Archibald-Holmes, one of the first women recorded to cross the Eastern Plains for gold; and Clara Brown, the first recorded Black woman to make her way to Colorado. Full source notes available upon request. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-03-0917 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ IS BACK for Season 3!Season 3 preview. Join us for the next six weeks for Season 3 - Numbers too Big to Ignore: The History of Women's Financial Empowerment in Colorado. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2022-03-0203 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Season 2, Episode 8: The Big Bad "B-Word"Thanks for joining Rebecca for the final episode of the season. We'll be back in the New Year!Resources: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau https://www.consumerfinance.gov/Federal Trade Commission https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/ AARP Money https://www.aarp.org/money/AARP ElderWatch https://www.aarpelderwatch.org/ 1-800-222-4444 option 2For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2021-12-0214 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ En Español #2La Procuraduría General de Colorado protege a todos los consumidores- en especial a los más vulnerables, los adultos mayores. Nuestros programas StopFraudColorado.gov y NoMasFraudeColorado.gov ofrecen recursos educativos y una forma fácil de presentar una denuncia. Miembros del equipo de Participación Comunitario de la Procuraduría General de Colorado, Ana Mostaccero y Efrain Bueno, empiezan el primer podcast mensual en Español sobre NoMasFraudeColorado.gov y los recursos disponible, como parte de Money Talks (El Dinero Hable) edición de mayores de 50.The Colorado Department of Law protects all consumers – especially some of our mo...2021-11-1216 minMoneyTalks 50+MoneyTalks 50+ Episode 6: A Solution to the Housing CrisisRebecca sits down with Alison Joucovsky, MA, LPC to discuss a unique solution to the housing crisis that Denver (and the rest of Colorado) faces. To learn more about Sunshine Homeshare Colorado (Denver Metro and Colorado Springs), visit here. To learn more about Neighbor 2 Neighbor (Fort Collins), visit here. For more information about ElderWatch, check us out online: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/elderwatch/2021-11-0417 min