For What It's Worth
All Episodes
As we head into the (statistically) most charitable time of the year, aggregate U.S. giving is poised for a rebound from last year’s softened figures. Nicole Hisler, director of charitable solutions at Raymond James Trust, discusses philanthropic trends and important reminders for year-round generosity. [Recorded Aug. 17, 2023]
Nov 2023
17 min 2 sec
How do fraudsters compromise email accounts, and what steps can you take to protect yours? Review timeless tips for sidestepping both high- and low-tech scams, courtesy of Christa Far, Raymond James director of anti-money laundering and financial crimes management. [Recorded Aug. 15, 2023]
Oct 2023
22 min 26 sec
Essential estate planning documents help ensure your intentions will be honored, especially if you’re not in a position to express them yourself. Liz Ochoa, Raymond James private wealth strategist, discusses the differences between some of these powerful documents and shares which ones should be established as early as age 18. [Recorded Aug. 3, 2023]
Sep 2023
17 min 28 sec
When it comes to planning for the future of your wealth – and the impact it will have beyond your lifetime – what matters most? Joe Weaver, president of Raymond James Trust, discusses the critical role that proactive communication plays in a successful wealth transfer. [Recorded July 27, 2023]
Aug 2023
18 min 34 sec
All three major U.S. equity indices showed remarkable strength through the first half of 2023. Can they sustain this level of performance, or is a long-predicted recession lurking in the quarters ahead? Raymond James Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam shares his midyear investing outlook. [Recorded July 11, 2023]
Jul 2023
15 min
Did you know that American forests offset 12% of total U.S. emissions? With wildfires back in the headlines, Energy Analyst Pavel Molchanov discusses the crucial role of reforestation efforts. [Recorded June 14, 2023]
Jun 2023
27 min 23 sec
Powered by generative artificial intelligence, OpenAI's ChatGPT has demolished prior records while becoming the fastest consumer application in history to reach 100 million users. What's behind its meteoric rise? Kemal Kvakic, Raymond James IT head of innovation, discusses what sets this innovation apart – and what risks it poses. [Recorded April 6, 2023]
Apr 2023
33 min 7 sec
Determining how you want your wealth distributed at the time of your passing can be challenging and emotional. For many families, this complexity is heightened by the presence of addiction or substance abuse among heirs. Will Lucius, chief trust officer at Raymond James Trust, discusses planning approaches available to affected families and why they may choose to include or exclude specific substance abuse provisions in their estate documents. [Recorded Feb. 21, 2023]
Mar 2023
19 min 24 sec
Raymond James Chief Investment Officer Larry Adam expects the U.S. economy to experience a recession this year – but he also forecasts a base case S&P 500 return of nearly 15%. What’s powering this dual-faceted outlook? Hear his perspective in the latest episode of For What It's Worth. [Recorded Jan. 31, 2023]
Feb 2023
20 min 13 sec
Outsized stock positions arise in various ways, including business ownership, inheritance and investment performance over time. Ben Crayton, director of structured investments product management at Raymond James, outlines strategies that can mitigate related risks, including approaches that allow for continued ownership of the shares in question. [Recorded Oct. 5, 2022]
Dec 2022
22 min 12 sec
Billionaires’ public pledges make headlines, but strategic and impactful philanthropy isn’t exclusive to celebrities. Nicole Hisler, director of charitable giving at Raymond James Trust, discusses how families craft thoughtful, proactive giving plans tailored to the causes they value most. [Recorded Nov. 1, 2022]
Nov 2022
15 min 2 sec
What Medicare decisions have to be made if you retire early? Continue working beyond age 65? Care for young children? Contribute to an HSA? Tim Brady, Raymond James private wealth consultant, walks through important considerations. [Recorded 10/11/22]
Nov 2022
13 min 56 sec