The Cookie Cutter Financial Advice You Hear on TV Could Wreck Your Retirement, Ep. 334

On this episode of The Capitalist Investor, Tony Zabiegala is joined by Dave Abate to tackle the dangerous “one-size-fits-all” advice that floods financial media—from TV personalities to radio shows and podcasts.

They break down three of the most common myths they hear from clients:

• Annuities that promise 8–9% returns
• Fear-based Medicaid planning strategies that can destroy your retirement plan
• Hot tips about crypto, gold, and stocks that sound exciting—but rarely make sense in a real portfolio

Tony and Dave share the behind-the-scenes truth about how these recommendations are sold to the public and why you need a personalized strategy built around your specific goals—not media hype.

They also share their “apple pie” analogy that simplifies how real planning works.

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