The S&P 500 just hit a new all-time high above 7,000 — completing an 11-session V-shaped recovery from a nearly 10% drawdown. The week started with a naval blockade of Iranian ports. It ended at a record. Matt and Garrett dig into what that tells you about how markets actually work — and why the explanation isn't as contradictory as it sounds.

In the Planning Room: should you invest when the market is at an all-time high, or wait for a better entry point? Matt and Garrett work through the data, the real cost of sitting on the sidelines, and what to do if you logically know the answer but emotionally can't pull the trigger.

Good Returns is for educational purposes only and is not individual financial, tax, or legal advice. Momentum Wealth is a registered investment advisor.

After weeks of bad news, this one's different. A confirmed ceasefire sent stocks surging and oil plunging — but Matt and Garrett aren't ready to call it resolved. The agreement was being tested before the week was even over, and this weekend's talks will determine whether it sticks.

They don't fully agree on how much to trust the rally. That conversation is worth a listen.

In the Planning Room: in-service withdrawals. Most people have never heard of them — but for the right investor, they could be one of the most powerful tools for getting a retirement plan in place before you actually stop working.

Good Returns is for educational purposes only and is not individual financial, tax, or legal advice. Momentum Wealth is a registered investment advisor.

At the start of the year, markets were at all-time highs and investors were expecting multiple rate cuts. Three months later the picture looks completely different. In this special quarterly episode, Matt and Garrett do a full review of Q1 2026 — what drove the volatility, why the headline number doesn't tell the whole story, and what they're watching heading into Q2.

This one's a longer conversation than usual. It earns the time.

Good Returns is for educational purposes only and is not individual financial, tax, or legal advice. Momentum Wealth is a registered investment advisor.

The market had hope on Monday. By Friday it was gone. Matt and Garrett dig into what actually happened — and why understanding the difference between noise and news has never mattered more for your portfolio.

This week they don't agree on oil. Matt thinks the volatility is largely a nothing burger for long-term investors. Garrett isn't so sure. That conversation is worth a listen.

In the Planning Room: the pension-or-lump-sum decision. It's permanent, it's consequential, and most people don't feel prepared for it. Matt and Garrett break down the math, the tradeoffs, and the questions you should be asking before you make the call.

Good Returns is for educational purposes only and is not individual financial, tax, or legal advice. Momentum Wealth is a registered investment advisor.

In this episode, Garrett and Matt dig into the pulse of today’s markets. From recent shifts on Wall Street to the growing impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace, they unpack what investors need to know right now. The conversation explores how AI is beginning to reshape entire industries, raising important questions about the future of employment and long-term investment strategies. They also touch on the global tensions influencing market sentiment and why staying informed and adaptable is more critical than ever in a fast-moving economy. As always, the goal isn’t to predict every twist and turn — it’s to help you stay grounded, strategic, and ready for whatever comes next.

Garrett and Matt are back after a summer break to tackle what's been moving the markets — and what might be coming next.

They break down last week’s market pullback, what’s driving gold and crypto higher, and why small caps are still lagging. Plus, they dive into the evolving role of Bitcoin in modern portfolios, the challenges of traditional bond allocations, and how the Federal Reserve’s dual mandate continues to complicate decision-making.

It’s a wide-ranging, grounded conversation on investing through uncertainty, adapting your strategy, and staying focused on what really matters long-term.

On this week's Momentum Mondays, Matt and Garrett dive into Moody’s latest credit rating downgrade of U.S. debt, aligning it with other major rating agencies. Is this a sign that market volatility is easing, or are we just experiencing a temporary break? They also discuss recent bond market moves, explore what’s driving Fed speculation, and highlight key economic indicators investors need to monitor in the weeks ahead.

Stay informed, stay ahead—listen now!

Markets had a strong week, but the headlines didn’t tell the full story. Garrett and Matt dig into last week’s performance, the surprising negative GDP print, and what it all means for investors. From rising interest rates to the growing influence of tech and shifts in market breadth, they explore the signals, the noise, and how to stay grounded in a changing economic landscape.