In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: BitCoin Battles Culture Corner TRAPist question(s) from Anonymous Lewis Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conversation! We want YOU to suggest topics and questions you’d like the Trap Pack to answer. The best way to…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE: http://www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: The Couples Conundrum Culture Corner TRAPist question(s) from www.twitter.com/james_bulpit Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conve…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE: http://www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: Tariff Tantrums Culture Corner TRAPist question(s) from M Connor Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conversation! We want YOU to su…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE: http://www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: Industry Events: The Good, Bad and The Ugly Culture Corner TRAPist question(s) from Chris Adams https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisadamsapfs?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: Annual Declines, How To Prepare Clients and Get Them Through Culture Corner TRAPist question(s) from Beck Fiddy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beck-fiddy-71bb23292 Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conversation! We wa…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE: http://www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: The Metrics That Matter Culture Corner TRAPist question(s) from Tom Brookes Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conversation! We wan…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE: http://www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including LifeStrategy figures, NEST talking tripe, Vanguard says “No” to BitCoin, scrapping Cash ISAs, Abrdn selling advice branch, Dan Haylett podcast, Ben Carlson on how much is enough, Hargreave…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE: http://www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including Deepseek, GIA CGT ruses, charging for initial meetings, millionaires fleeing UK, Carl’s 3rd Act, digital wills, DB pension surpluses, Tax Freedom Day, Tax List 2005, Voyant User Group 21st…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE. In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including the passing of TRAPist Stuart Knight, massive outflows from active in 2024, Terry Smith annual letter, BitCoin Newport landfill horrors, private equity risk, Verve cohorts, Irish pension “loopholes”, Saba Capital coming after…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE. It's Christmas. There's no way we're getting anything done, so here's a lazy rehash of some juicy bits from 2024. Have a good one, TRAPists - the TRAP Pack look forward to catching up with you in 2025. Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conversation! We …

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. REGISTER INTEREST HERE. In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including details about TRAP LIVE25, tax-free cash back in the toothpaste tube snafus, the need in Ireland & UK for consistent long-term pension legislation, Microstrategy joining the NASDAQ100, Goldman Sachs 10 year market prediction,…

TRAP LIVE25 - 14TH MAY. PUT THE DATE IN YOUR DIARY! Click here to register your interest. In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including TRAP Live25 date - 14th May, Tom Redmayne’s property piece, SJP Property, Blackbee débâcle, Warren Buffer Share Pledge letter, Lifestyling woes, Irish commission ban pending, cash man…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including HUM recap, Canada Life adviser resources, risk tolerances don’t change over time, crypto update (stay awake), Budget ripples and financial planning, new Irish health insurer, Labour to back FOS over charging vexatious claims, Canada Life 100+ resources, Sam Altman intervie…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including Budget analysis both onshore and offshore peeps, 5% AUM acquisition models, more (potential) Irish fraud, SJP new charging model going down like a bucket of cold vomit, a UK Ponzi scheme, the struggles of a young adviser, Métis Norway hiring yet again, a Bulletproof MBA co…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including Irish pension funding changes, FT article on how risk has been so misunderstood, art scams, adviser fee levels, FCA reviews of ongoing services and consolidators Meat and Potatoes: Full Fit Financial Planning Culture Corner Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits including conflicts of interest, Mind The Gap, why the bucket approach works, CTFs, Kathleen Gallagher on wealth managers fiddling with the graphs, UK and Irish budget forecasts/reactions, Keith Butten (Boosst) masterclass, new HL active savings site, four things clients value most …

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical Titbits Meat and Potatoes: Breaking Bad News Questions posted by our beloved TRAPist Darren F: http://linkedin.com/in/darren-ford-dipfa-65452a96 Culture Corner Show links: http://tiny.cc/traplinks ============================ Take part in the conversation! We want YOU to suggest topics and …

Because of scheduling issues, we had to record this episode over a week before its release. An hour after recording, the scrapping of the idiotic "British ISA" was announced. That's why we don't mention it. We may do next episode. Don't bank on it #AbsoluteShambles In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including DFA mov…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including more Irish fraud, US rookie adviser failure rate, UK IFA profitability trends, Central Bank of Ireland on crypto, BestInvest’s Spot The Dog, Vanguard getting “expensive”, SJP and Polaris, boring CVs, US pension horror stories, another AI startup Meat and Potatoes: KPIs - K…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including FPSB Ireland making great strides, Truflation, the primacy of equities, CISI Chartered Status, Verve Incubator, Hargreaves Lansdown delisting, HUM London nearly sold out Meat and Potatoes: Much Ado About Nothing Questions posted by our beloved TRAPist https://twitter.com/J…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including cyber security, Monzo pensions, DFA Matrix Book, Métis Ireland work award, Consumer Duty one year on, stupid market predictions from Morgan Stanley Meat and Potatoes: What’s Risk Got To Do With It? Questions posted by NO beloved TRAPist because of time Culture Corner Links…

Della Voce was bobbing along lost somewhere in the Atlantic; Storyteller was in an internet-lousy Turkey. So we had a guest host in Samantha Russell, a “Chief Evangelist” or something. Check out her profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthacrussell/recent-activity/all/ In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, incl…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Della Voce’s 50th party, 12% commission for bust DFM, painful banking for IFAs, Vanguard’s 365 program, L&G workplace pension going into private equity, potential TRAP Tough Mudder team, Taylor Swift takes over Ireland, Debbie Condon’s LOA guide goes online, wasteful publi…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Storyteller’s Munich Massacre, useful online calculators, ATR questionnaires for three year olds (!), MPs and double standards (!), nomination of beneficiary woes, Vanguard TRAP seminar feedback, Ade Edmondson investment gaff Meat and Potatoes: Of Tournaments and Trophies:…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including BTC ETFs coming here, insurance payouts from Royal London, SPIVA Persistence, Bank of Ireland saving rate rises, pension dashboard (really dull), Canada Pension Plan active follies, Abrdn price cuts Meat and Potatoes: Politics - do you or don’t you? Questions posted by our…

TRAP Live! This is a TRAP episode recorded on 9th May 2024 in front of 140 adoring TRAPists at Lola's, the louche, loose, slightly dangerous bar in the underground caverns of the world-famous London Hippodrome casino. Our sources confirm that this is the first (last?) UK financial services-related live podcast held in the UK and, secondly, there ha…

So today is TRAP Live, and we can't put out a show. Fear not, TRAPists, the live show is being recorded and will come out in two weeks, on 23rd May, Episode 45. For the moment, here's a compilation of bits from previous episodes. Enjoy! ============================ Take part in the conversation! We want YOU to suggest topics and questions you’d lik…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including the imminent TRAP Live event, superb service, FCA fee review update, Ultra’s new book (yes, really), Voice’s “planning” week, more Irish investment fraud Meat and Potatoes: Bricks and Torture Questions posted by our beloved TRAPist Patrick Duggan Culture Corner Links refer…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. BUY TICKETS HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Paddy Andrews Métis Norway appt, US$90 trillion to move between generations, surge meeting review, SPIVA S&P Global, the passing of Danny Kahneman, another unregulated investment scheme…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. BUY TICKETS HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Finish fables, JISA joys, Leffler love, cheap online tax-returns, total returns mean dividends, FCA thematic review #1,242, True Potential CEO says the quiet part out loud Meat and Pota…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. BUY TICKETS HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss - Topical issues, including Artic Rambles, Bitcoin yawns, Irish Banks, double-dipping, British ISAs, good PR firms, Best Buy lists - Meat and Potatoes: SJP: Big Brands, Big Challenges - Questions posted by our b…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. BUY TICKETS HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Meta declaring its first dividend, update on TRAP Live, another FIRE story, Lombard Loans, Nikkei back to 1989, the “death” of the value premium Meat and Potatoes: You’re Fired - Sackin…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. BUY TICKETS HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss - Topical issues, including TRAP Live announcement, scams, the Irish FPSB, accountants and pensions and misconceptions, Irish consolidation, retirement living standards, the destruction AND creation of wealth, H…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Transact price reductions, disastrous Lifestyling consequences, Métis Annual Planning Day, US$6TN in cash, Financial Planning Week, Irish IX set for launch, Hargreaves Lansdo…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Irish salary sacrifice, Ray Trapani interview with Storyteller and BitCoin ETFs, NextGen and Verve adviser resources, cash flow as an “optional extra”, Timeline Classic 50 MP…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including a clash over FIRE, Morgan Stanley’s woeful 2023 prediction, the follies of mis-asset allocation, BitCoin Meat and Potatoes: Three Wins, Two Learns, One Goal Questions posted …

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including a Royal London/Lang Cat report on value, the strong market close to 2024, some boring Bitcoin updates, the wickedness of pension complications, and client Xmas pressies - yes…

TRAP LIVE IS HAPPENING ON 9th MAY 2024. REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: www.therealadviserpodcast.com In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including the passing of Bill Vasilieff and Charlie Munger, Sunday Times on Value Assessments, Paul Lewis and sitting in cash, JP Morgan Retirement Report, lunch with a legend Meat and…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including a recap of HUM, hitting 500 YT subscribers, final call for the Irish Ideas Exchange, Consumer Duty updates, planning for 2024 Meat and Potatoes: Revolutionise Your Referrals - Marketing Series 1/3 Questions posted by our beloved TRAPists Master J Culture Corner Links refer…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including the rise and fall of Open Money, Vanguard leaving China, Irish Ideas Exchange, are we talking about events in the Middle East with affected clients, new Brett Davidson White Paper, Andy rants about the FCA and crypto, SJP adviser saddled with a business loan, Wealthfront d…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss - Topical issues, including SJP swallowing Consumer Duty, NextWealth IFA report, M&G closing its property fund, Irish budget investor woes, adviser mastermind top tips - Meat and Potatoes: Taking THAT Fork In The Road - Questions posted by our beloved TRAPists Stuart Mullen - Culture Corner Links r…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including TRAP Live on 9th May 2024, the TRAP Pack officially open the World Cup in Paris, the annual CISI shindig, Storyteller’s Limerick trip Meat and Potatoes: the chaps discuss the FIRE movement Questions posted by our beloved TRAPists Jono Randell-Nash www.linkedin.com/in/jono-…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including Rugby World Cup updates, Messrs Smith & Hart recap HUM Cape Town, AIM investing woes, Progressive Planners Conference, Future You (again), Nucleus buying Curtis Bank Meat and Potatoes: What Norway Can Teach HNWs (and their advisers) Questions posted by our beloved TRAPists…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including being present and putting our your work, DB transfer factory fines, the complete lack of understanding some peeps have about what it is we do (REAL financial advice) Meat and Potatoes: We Need To Talk About Fees Questions posted by our beloved TRAPists Jez Heal and Philip …

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including FCA fees coming down (yay), Scottish Widows loses 180 funds (eek), DB scheme admins asking for money back (double eek), Zoom asking employees to return to the office (!), TRAP hitting 65k downloads, employing pros and leaving them to it, Buffett’s birthday Meat and Potatoe…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including two Morningstar reports, the Buy-to-Let meltdown, gilt pension “protector” funds, sideways markets, and portfolio lending Meat and Potatoes: Oh, The Mistakes We’ve Made! Questions posted by our beloved TRAPists @wheato1976 and Ian G Culture Corner Links referred to in the …

F-BOMB ALERT AT 26m22s!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Topical issues, including this month’s Chancellor and his bellend plans for pension funds and unlisted equities, Consumer Duty is born, Limerick Hurlers, update on TRAP Live 2024, active fund management bullshit-speak, the complete demise of the formerly ubi…

DISCLAIMER: "STORYTELLER" SMITH WAS IN A TURKISH HOTEL ROOM WITH A FAULTY FIRE ALARM. THIS BEEPS THROUGHOUT. ALAN APOLOGISES PROFUSELY. HE KNOWS HE'S LET THE TRAP PACK DOWN, THE DEAR TRAPPISTS DOWN, HIS FAMILY DOWN, AND - WORSE OF ALL - HE'S LET HIMSELF DOWN. In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss A possible TRAP live event in 2024. Ple…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Three glowing reviews of the podcast, read by Andy in his inimitable style Topical issues, including the “Future You 2023” event, the DFA Matrix book, a completely wrong personality test, Schroders Adviser Pulse 2023 report, the awful RegData trauma Meat and Potatoes: From Sin Bin to Sending Off: H…

In this latest pile of TRAP, the Trap Pack discuss Three glowing reviews of the podcast, read by Andy in his inimitable style Topical issues, including Bucket Lists, NextGen Conference wrap, the “M&S Incident”, platform cash skimming, 85 year study into happiness and retirement, AI event discounts for TRAPists, Meat and Potatoes: Dispensing The Vit…