In this episode, Tim breaks down why the proposed 50-year mortgage is a dangerous illusion of affordability. He explains how longer loan terms actually raise interest rates, increase total borrowing costs, and trap homeowners in decades of extra debt. Plus, we cover the newly released 2026 contribution limits for 401(k)s, IRAs, SIMPLE plans, and HSAs. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to The Stewardology Podcast Purchase Tim's Book, The Good Steward Visit TheLifeGroup.org The topics discussed in t...
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In this episode, Tim breaks down why the proposed 50-year mortgage is a dangerous illusion of affordability. He explains how longer loan terms actually raise interest rates, increase total borrowing costs, and trap homeowners in decades of extra debt. Plus, we cover the newly released 2026 contribution limits for 401(k)s, IRAs, SIMPLE plans, and HSAs. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to The Stewardology Podcast Purchase Tim's Book, The Good Steward Visit TheLifeGroup.org The topics discussed in t...
October 20, 2025 - Are Cracks Forming Beneath a ‘Resilient’ Economy?
Life in the Markets
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1 month ago
October 20, 2025 - Are Cracks Forming Beneath a ‘Resilient’ Economy?
This week’s markets were choppy as investors weighed renewed trade tensions with China, employment concerns, and questions around AI’s near-term payoff. Major banks kicked off Q3 earnings season with cautious optimism, highlighting continued consumer strength despite a government shutdown limiting key economic data. Jamie Dimon added a dose of realism, reminding investors that even in resilient markets, it’s wise to stay alert for “cockroaches” beneath the surface. Watch on YouTube Subscrib...
Life in the Markets
In this episode, Tim breaks down why the proposed 50-year mortgage is a dangerous illusion of affordability. He explains how longer loan terms actually raise interest rates, increase total borrowing costs, and trap homeowners in decades of extra debt. Plus, we cover the newly released 2026 contribution limits for 401(k)s, IRAs, SIMPLE plans, and HSAs. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to The Stewardology Podcast Purchase Tim's Book, The Good Steward Visit TheLifeGroup.org The topics discussed in t...
