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2021-10-04 13:30
After a rough week for the stock market, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced new monetary policy changes following a scheduled Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on We… Read More
2021-09-20 13:34
The Founder of Crash Proof Retirement® Phil Cannella, CEO Joann Small, and the entire Crash Proof Retirement® Team were thrilled to debut the one and only Crash Proof Retirement®… Read More
2021-08-31 14:07
If you are anything like the average American, you are on a budget, and you may have noticed that the cost of consumer goods has skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the Ne… Read More
2021-08-31 14:04
Many Americans choose to downsize their lives as they approach retirement by selling their house, switching to a more economical car, or selling unused antiques that were taking up closet sp… Read More
2021-08-05 13:11
Claiming Social Security prior to reaching the full retirement age of 67 years old reduces the monthly payment that beneficiaries receive, yet most individuals taking Social Security activat… Read More
2021-08-05 13:06
At Crash Proof Retirement ®, we are dedicated to helping people in or near retirement protect their nest eggs from the risk and fees of Wall Street. While this is an important part of ou… Read More
2021-08-05 13:01
If you are shopping for a new home, or if you are trying to sell your home, you have probably noticed a dramatic price increase over the past year. According to real estate website Redfin, o… Read More
2021-07-05 13:44
There are many different types of professionals who have a fiduciary duty to their clients. Trustees, doctors, lawyers, and legal guardians are just a few examples. Having a fiduciary respon… Read More
2021-07-05 13:40
Cryptocurrency markets were severely shaken recently as the price of Bitcoin and other digital currencies plummeted over fears of a crackdown on cryptocurrency mining by the Chinese governme… Read More
2021-06-01 19:18
If you are looking to quickly build up a healthy nest egg during your working years, an employer-sponsored 401(k) with matching contributions is one of the best ways to achieve that goal. Yo… Read More
2021-06-01 19:05
When the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in business closures and job losses all around the country, Congress authorized monetary stimulus measures to help struggling Americans make ends meet. Th… Read More
2021-05-04 17:16
When it comes to retirement, we would all like the chance to sit back and enjoy our golden years while taking advantage of the opportunities presented to us by doing all the things that we d… Read More
2021-05-04 16:59
Cryptocurrency investors experienced a rude awakening in April 2021 when the value of their investments plunged over a matter of hours before rebounding. Last month, Crash Proof Retirement … Read More
2021-04-20 14:36
It is a widely accepted belief that money cannot buy happiness, however recent research has suggested that higher incomes correlate to stronger levels of well-being, especially for retirees… Read More
2021-04-05 16:07
When the price of a single Bitcoin rose from under $1,000 to more than $19,000 in December of 2017, cryptocurrency quickly became a household name. What was once an obscure investment held b… Read More
2021-04-05 16:02
The SECURE Act was signed into law on December 20th, 2019, and it contained several provisions aimed at improving the way Americans save for retirement. These provisions facilitated small bu… Read More
2021-03-11 16:23
Joe Garvey, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Investors have grappled with volatile stock market conditions for the better part of two decades and millions of consumers watched as their retire… Read More
2021-03-02 16:32
The Federal Reserve’s target inflation rate of 2% has proved to be elusive over the last decade and 2020 was no exception. The inflation rate for 2020 finished below the 2% target, but… Read More
2021-02-15 19:23
– Joseph & Susan Verna, Ridley Park, Pennsylvania
In the last twenty years, investors have experienced three stock market crashes. The dotcom technology bubble burst in the early 2… Read More
2021-02-11 14:16
As a rule, the closer you get to retirement age, the less risk you can afford to take on in your investment portfolio. With interest rates struggling to beat inflation, many investors are lo… Read More
2021-02-01 18:35
When the COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses to close in 2020, the CARES Act provided much-needed economic stimulus in the form of low-interest loans for businesses and direct payments to el… Read More
2020-12-28 16:18
As the United States makes the transition from the Trump presidency into President-elect Biden’s administration, it is important that investors in or near retirement take a close look… Read More
2020-12-05 16:13
After the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record high of 29,950 on February 12th, 2020, the index experienced its fastest crash in history, dropping nearly 11,000 points from Februa… Read More
2020-12-03 16:09
When the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic back in March, government officials across the globe scrambled to find ways to prevent the spread of this deadly virus… Read More
2020-12-03 16:04
When saving for retirement, your age should dictate the aggressiveness of your investment strategy, but regardless of how high (or low) your number is, you will fall into one of two distinct… Read More
2020-11-13 15:23
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pennsylvania — Consumers praised Founder Phil Cannella, CEO Joann Small, and their team at Crash Proof Retirement ® for their many years of consumer advocacy and t… Read More
2020-10-29 14:02
The United States is facing a retirement crisis that has been brewing for decades. While there are several factors that contribute to this growing problem, the underlying issue is a general… Read More
2020-10-29 13:53
Since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic back in March, people around the world have been waiting with bated breath for news that a vaccine is forthcoming. In… Read More
2020-10-29 13:44
Election Day is right around the corner and depending on the outcome, big changes could be made to how Americans plan for retirement. Both candidates running for president have proposed chan… Read More
2020-10-20 14:25
Annuity products boomed in 2018 and continued to perform well in 2019, but surveys and analysis from the first half of 2020 showed the sales of annuity products on a decline, and the lack of… Read More
2020-10-08 13:10
Long-Term Care protections gained in popularity at the beginning of 2020 as the Federal Government passed the SECURE Act into law which had drastic implications for IRA and 401(k) accounts… Read More
2020-10-05 14:22
If you’ve been following Crash Proof Retirement ® over the past several years, you may remember our discussion of the “September Slump” back in 2019. That’s the n… Read More
2020-10-05 13:27
For Phil Cannella and the team at Crash Proof Retirement ®, consumer advocacy goes beyond retirement planning. While it is important for every senior to be thinking about safe retirement… Read More
2020-09-02 13:36
In the last week of February 2020, things were looking good for the Dow Jones Industrial Average. With the stock market on its longest bull run in history, this long-respected index lo… Read More
2020-08-28 13:20
Whether you’re in your twenties or getting close to retirement age, it never hurts to start planning for the future. Ask yourself, what expenses will you have? How much mon… Read More
2020-07-31 20:46
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses all over the country were forced to close, leaving millions out of work indefinitely. As Americans struggled, Congress passed the… Read More
2020-07-31 20:38
Wouldn’t it be great if retirement planning was simple? That way, everyone would have all the money they needed to live the retirement of their dreams. Unfortunately, retir… Read More
2020-06-30 22:18
With an estimated 10,000 baby boomers retiring every day in the U.S., individuals and families are forced to grapple with the realization that retiring, especially for those in need of long… Read More
2020-06-30 22:11
After the longest bull market run in history, stocks came crashing back down to Earth in March when news of the COVID-19 pandemic shook investor confidence. Major stock indices went tu… Read More
2020-06-02 19:51
Generally speaking, the longer you wait after reaching your full retirement age to collect Social Security benefits, the larger your monthly payments will be. For most people, that mea… Read More
2020-06-02 19:50
As COVID-19 spread around the globe, the consequences have been far-reaching. The true costs of this pandemic have been measured not just in human lives, but in financial devastation a… Read More
2020-04-24 13:41
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses have been forced to shut their doors, lay off employees, and learn to cope with a lack of revenue. As individual states have ex… Read More
2020-04-24 13:39
With millions of businesses forced to close all across the country, America’s workers and retirees are depending on a little help to pay their bills. In a bipartisan effort, Cong… Read More
2020-03-04 13:22
As reports swirled of an exponential increase of coronavirus cases in the United States Tuesday morning, the Federal Reserve made a surprising announcement that they were cutting interest ra… Read More
2020-02-28 14:49
As the second month of the COVID-19 Coronavirus comes to an end, the global markets are feeling the effects. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has lost more than 2,000 points in value and is… Read More
2020-02-12 14:26
If you are currently collecting Social Security benefits, or you plan to start collecting in the near future, you should know that benefits and requirements usually change every year. … Read More
2020-02-12 14:20
When you think about retirement, do you have a specific age in mind? While some of us would like to retire early, most of us are probably going to try to put it off as long as possible… Read More
2020-02-11 19:27
Retirement is meant to be enjoyed, but debt and expenses can make living comfortably difficult on a fixed income. One of the most beneficial financial decisions a senior can make is to manag… Read More
2020-01-31 16:46
A positive turn for the market slightly reversed losses after the Dow Jones dropped nearly 500 points. Although the market remained relatively calm as the trial for President Trump’s i… Read More
2019-12-31 14:21
While the stock market continues to reach record highs, Wall Street firms and banks around the world have been quietly shedding jobs. Over the summer, several well-known banks announce… Read More
2019-11-04 18:14
The Exclusive Crash Proof Retirement ® System is comprised of little-known Crash Proof Retirement ® Vehicles that are interest bearing accounts. The great thing about this class of i… Read More
2019-10-03 16:06
Phil Cannella, Joann Small, and Crash Proof Retirement ® COO Michael Stringer were on hand at the Philadelphia Downtown Marriott for the National Liberty Museum’s 20th Anniversary… Read More
2019-09-26 20:35
Investors all around the world are waiting with bated breath to see the outcome of the ongoing trade war between the United Stated and China, and whether or not you support tariffs on China… Read More
2019-09-12 13:29
[Photo: Crash Proof Retirement ®’s donation is used at Universal Vare Charter School in Philadelphia as part of National Liberty Museum’s Young Heroes Outreach Program.]
Kin… Read More
2019-08-30 19:18
The month of September is typically the worst month of the year for the stock market. Sure, the market is down already as we’ve seen during its recent 800-point drop. However, Se… Read More
2019-08-28 16:58
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small talk about sub-account fees, a Financial MRI, the logic of the Crash Proof Retirement ® System, and interview special guests… Read More
2019-08-27 14:20
Saturday, August 10, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small talk about the Red Zone Retirement formula, part two of the interview with Dallas Salisbury from the Employee Benefit Research I… Read More
2019-08-27 14:16
Saturday, August 3, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small talk about Wall Street’s bubble, interview David Walker about government debt and give Crash Proof Retirement ®® cl… Read More
2019-08-27 14:14
Saturday, August 17, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small talk about transparency with investments and the solid and steady insurance industry and host special guest interviews. Their #1… Read More
2019-08-23 17:45
While we are currently still in the middle of the longest bull market run in history, many top economists and investors alike believe it could be coming to an end within the next year or two… Read More
2019-08-23 13:54
Since 2016 the federal reserve’s plan has been to consistently increase their benchmark interest rate to a point where policy makers would have leeway to battle any future downturn in… Read More
2019-08-08 13:08
How prepared are you for retirement? Many people believe they’re making all the right moves but when retirement rolls around, they lack the necessary savings to make it through their g… Read More
2019-08-06 19:45
Saturday, August 3, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small talk about Wall Street’s bubble, interview David Walker about government debt and give Crash Proof Retirement ®® cl… Read More
2019-08-06 19:37
Saturday, July 27, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small interview two influential financial professionals, Japan’s faltering economy and Wall Street broker double speak. Their #1 g… Read More
2019-08-06 19:33
Saturday, July 20, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small interview talk about putting consumer interests first, controlling your financial future and household finances between spouses. T… Read More
2019-08-01 13:10
I’m calling today’s report – The Government Gold Rush.
America is facing a looming financial crisis. We’re a country saddled in debt – government debt, student… Read More
2019-07-25 15:22
We all have bad habits. Some procrastinate. Others are extremely disorganized. But what are some of the bad financial habits that are holding back Americans from achieving their saving… Read More
2019-07-17 20:58
The House of Representatives just passed the SECURE Act, which stands for “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement”. it could mean big changes to the way you plan a… Read More
2019-07-10 14:26
In football, the Red Zone is the final 20 yards before reaching the end zone, where the game can be won or lost. In investing, the Retirement Red Zone is the final 20% of your working years… Read More
2019-07-10 14:25
Saturday, July 6 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small interview a top retirement expert and discuss financial freedom from Wall Street’s “stacked” system. Their #1 goal… Read More
2019-07-02 17:00
Saturday, June 29, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small discuss smart investing, global market conditions and retiring on time. Their #1 goal is to increase your financial literacy and t… Read More
2019-07-02 16:45
Saturday, June 22, 2019
Hosts Phil Cannella and Joann Small discuss current financial topics, including the high costs of variable annuities, a continued discussion about women and finance… Read More
2019-07-02 15:28
Good News, Baby Boomers are living longer than ever before and are placing a priority on being happy and healthy. Unfortunately, many lack the vital part of health care planning, Long term c… Read More
2019-07-01 12:48
King of Prussia, PA – Long-term care insurance is a smart investment to help retirees pay for custodial care at home or stays at nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Government… Read More
2019-06-27 17:06
The House of Representatives passed the “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement” (SECURE) Act with strong bi-partisan support. The Senate needs to pass their… Read More
2019-06-03 19:20
Retirement Media, Inc. Presents
The Crash Proof Retirement Show ® with Retirement Phase Experts Phil Cannella and Joann Small.
The Cash Proof Retirement Show is the only radio show that… Read More
2019-06-03 13:39
King of Prussia, PA – Crash Proof Retirement ® is pleased to announce a $700 donation to the Semper Fi Fund at their fourth annual PFC Johnny Kihm Memorial Golf Outing to benefit t… Read More
2019-05-31 16:06
Saturday, May 11, 2019
On this show, host Phil Cannella and co-host Joann Small talk about the difference between annuities and how to Crash Proof Your Retirement™ with the proprietary… Read More
2019-05-31 15:42
Saturday, May 4, 2019
On this show, host Phil Cannella and co-host Joann Small discuss how the financial industry is stacked against you and how to Crash Proof Your Retirement™ with th… Read More
2019-05-31 15:32
For more than a decade since the financial crisis of 2008 wiped out the retirement accounts of millions of retirees across the country, the stock market seems to have gone on a (mostly) neve… Read More
2019-05-13 13:48
We’re calling today’s report Financial IQ.
The American Institute of CPA’s Financial Literacy Commission’s recent study found that 63% percent of the US population fa… Read More
2019-04-16 18:48
The U.S. yield curve measures the relationship between the interest rates of long and short-term fixed-income securities, including bond and treasury yields. It’s an important be… Read More
2019-03-30 03:52
With the federal tax filing deadline rapidly approaching, many are wondering how the recent, drastic changes to the tax code will affect their 2018 returns. While the standard deductio… Read More
2018-07-30 19:43
At Phil Cannella’s Crash Proof Retirement Presentation, consumers react. Feb. ’12 “I found mr. Cannella to be very entertaining and extremely knowledgeable in his fi… Read More
2018-07-30 18:47
Is there such a thing as a Crash Proof Retirement? Retirement Media’s Phil Cannella travel to Valley Forge Military Academy and asked the everyday American that very question. … Read More
2018-07-30 18:07
Phil Cannella wants to look out for your future. Like these consumers, you can achieve substantial returns without ever having to worry about your principle! Find out how at https://w… Read More
2018-07-30 17:25
The Crash Proof Retirement Show presents another panel discussion with Phil Cannella, Joann Small, and famed economic forecaster & bestselling author Harry Dent. The expert panel… Read More
2018-07-30 16:58
At Phil Cannella’s Crash Proof Retirement Presentation, consumers react. Jan. ’12 “I thought Mr. Cannella is an energetic consumer advocate. I don’t know of an… Read More
2018-07-30 16:35
Phil Cannella, founder and then CEO of First Senior Senior Financial Group, gives pointers on coping with the ongoing recession in a FOX interview, dated August 15, 2010. Today Mr. Ca… Read More
2018-07-30 16:24
Phil Cannella makes an appearance on the NBC 10! Show to discuss the intricacies of a Roth 401k conversion “All you have to do is watch the stock market, and you know it is not easy to… Read More
2018-07-30 16:10
Phil Cannella sat down with H. David Kotz, former inspector general of the Securities and Exchange Commission, and asked the questions that every investor should be asking. The though… Read More
2018-07-30 15:52
After listening to Phil Cannella at a Crash Proof Retirement educational event, retirees discuss how Mr. Cannella exposed truths they were otherwise unaware of. Feb. ’12 “What I… Read More
2018-07-30 15:36
Phil Cannella and Joann Small educated attendees at another Crash Proof Retirement Educational Event in Palm Beach County, Florida about the safe alternatives Wall Street doesn’… Read More
2017-06-16 15:32
Intelligent Research for Consumers in Florida, Pennsylvania, New Jersey & Delaware. Verify your advisor at www.BrokerCheck.com Florida Department of Insurance David Altmaier… Read More
2017-05-19 12:15
Phil Cannella, the founder and Creator of the exclusive Crash Proof Retirement System has spent most of his career being a consumer advocate by educating everyday Americans about retirement… Read More
2017-05-02 19:23
Wells Fargo has been hit with another major setback and it’s all due to the scandal that the banking giant has been embroiled in regarding millions of phony accounts. Philadelphia City… Read More
2017-05-02 16:06
Watch Crash Proof Retirement’s Phil Cannella and Joann Small conduct another exclusive, groundbreaking interview with world famous economic forecaster Harry Dent. Afterwards, regi… Read More
2017-05-01 22:00
When you come to a Crash Proof Educational event, or listen to the Crash Proof Retirement Show with Phil Cannella and Joann Small, you’ll often hear Phil Cannella talk about “Wie… Read More
2017-04-27 19:20
Calling it the “biggest tax cut in U.S. history” President Donald Trump wanted to make a huge splash when his administration announced his much anticipated tax plan yesterd… Read More
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