Dollars & Common Sense
Since 1995, we’ve been offering objective, unbiased financial advice to listeners throughout Hampton Roads during our financial radio show, Dollars & Common Sense. Our goal is to provide you with the industry information and expertise you need, and nothing you don’t.
We cover a variety of topics including, but not limited to: 401K Mistakes, College Funding, Weathering a Bear Market, and much more!
LIVE every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 6PM on WNIS AM790 in Norfolk, Virginia.
LIVE on WNIS AM790
When Can You Stop Worrying About Money?
Financial security is about more than reaching a specific net worth. Learn how retirement planning, income sources, liquidity, risk management, and money psychology can help you determine when you truly have enough.
The Five Big Retirement Questions All Families Face
Retirement is more than reaching a savings goal. Discover the five critical questions families should address around retirement income, Social Security, spending, survivor planning, and long-term care.
The Financial Habits That Separate Confident Retirees from Anxious Retirees
Financial confidence in retirement is built through habits, not luck or portfolio size. Learn how thoughtful retirement planning, disciplined investing, and sustainable spending can help you enjoy retirement with greater peace of mind.
Coordination of Comprehensive Financial Planning
True comprehensive financial planning is more than managing investments. It coordinates every aspect of your financial life, from cash flow and tax planning to retirement and estate strategies, helping you build and preserve long-term wealth with confidence.
The Hidden Cost of Waiting: Financial Decisions That Get More Expensive Over Time
Waiting to make important financial decisions can quietly erode your wealth over time. Discover how taking action today on investing, retirement planning, tax planning, and estate planning can strengthen your long-term financial security and financial independence.
The Financial Decisions That Matter More Than Investment Returns
Many investors focus on investment returns, but the most impactful financial decisions are often the ones they can directly control. Learn how cash flow, tax planning, retirement strategies, and disciplined behavior can create lasting wealth and financial confidence.
What Happens to Your Money If You Don’t Have an Estate Plan?
Learn about the benefits of estate planning and how having a proper estate plan protects your family, preserves your legacy, and serves as a critical component of sound financial planning.
Giving With Purpose: How Charitable Giving Fits Into a Smart Financial Plan
Discover how intentional charitable giving strategies like donor-advised funds, qualified charitable distributions, and legacy planning can improve tax efficiency while aligning your wealth with your family’s values and long-term financial goals.
The Hidden Risk of Underspending in Retirement
Underspending in retirement is a common yet overlooked risk that can diminish quality of life despite strong financial security. With proper financial planning, tax strategies, and income clarity, retirees can confidently spend and fully enjoy their wealth.