What drives the markets: politics or the economy? In Episode 24 of RHP Market Talk, Natalie Picha, Chief Experience Officer, and Glenn Royal, CFP®, Chief Investment Officer, discuss the recent election results and the changes they will bring. What implications do these changes have for tariffs, cryptocurrency, and the bond markets?  Experience the difference of working with a firm that empowers your life—a firm that focuses on what matters most—you. Whether you are beginning your financial journey now or have already taken steps toward your ultimate life goals, we are here to guide yo ..read more

With just 1 week left until the crucial 2024 Presidential Elections, the tension is palpable, and the stakes are high. Natalie Picha, Chief Experience Officer, and Glenn Royal, CFP®, Chief Investment Officer, discuss uncertainty in financial markets during election cycles, proposed tax changes, and the U.S. deficit. This new episode of RHP Market Talk is a big one! Additionally, we are providing links below to articles discussed in this podcast for your convenience. Link to the BlackRock 2024 Election Year Special Link to U.S. Department of the Treasury Budget Proposal Link to JP Morgan Ass ..read more

In Episode 38 of RHP Market Talk, Natalie Picha, Chief Experience Officer, interviews Dean Ed Waller, Professor of Finance at the University of Houston – Clear Lake, sharing stories from his extensive career and how institutes of higher learning can work with RIA's to build community. With a wealth of experience in finance, Dean Ed Waller's journey began in the research department of the Federal Reserve during the Reagan years when he was fresh out of college. Throughout his career, he has witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of technology on financial markets and the evolution of our ..read more

What a year it was for the markets in 2023! So unpredictable. Even the Wall Street experts have been humbled.  Looking back at 2023, Natalie Picha and Glenn Royal, CFP®, discuss the fed's dramatic rate hiking cycle and whether it is time to start rate cuts. Someone made money this year...who was it? Around the corner is The January Effect and an election year.  Both Glenn and Natalie can't wait to hear where this discussion goes. Experience the difference of working with a firm that empowers your life—a firm that focuses on what matters most—you. Whether you are beginning your fin ..read more

From submarines to Wall Street?  Why was Natalie afraid of having coffee with Michele? If you have not heard the RHP Wealth Management story, we know you will enjoy Episode 34! The founding partners are together for the first time on one podcast. Natalie Picha, Glenn Royal, CFP®, and Michele Jones sat down recently to discuss their successful 4-year history and what makes them different from other independent financial advisor firms.  This podcast is a perfect way to introduce your family and friends to RHP Wealth Management!  Experience the difference of working with a f ..read more

If you are thinking about selling a business, we hope this podcast inspires action. RHP Wealth Management Partner Natalie Picha and Market Talk Episode 33, guest Matthew Goldston of ABIP in Houston, discuss navigating the current M&A market conditions, following sound exit planning methodology, and why the ostrich approach to running your business does not model well. Experience the difference of working with a firm that empowers your life—a firm that focuses on what matters most—you. Whether you are beginning your financial journey now or have already taken steps toward your ultimate li ..read more

What's happening to commercial real estate with the current interest rates? Our guest for Episode 29 knows. Natalie Picha, Glenn Royal, CFP®, and Jason Strzyzewski sit down with Curtis Willeford, Managing Partner at Hansen Partners, to discuss the state of commercial real estate in a post-pandemic world. Experience the difference of working with a firm that empowers your life—a firm that focuses on what matters most—you. Whether you are beginning your financial journey now or have already taken steps toward your ultimate life goals, we are here to guide you. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po ..read more

SVB default and a potential Fed pause? Need some more drama? – the debt ceiling debate is on its way. RHP Partners Natalie Picha and Glenn Royal talk you through what’s happening in this month’s Market Talk, Episode 28, and a bonus Market Flash update on the Silicon Valley Bank failure. Experience the difference of working with a firm that empowers your life—a firm that focuses on what matters most—you. Whether you are beginning your financial journey now or have already taken steps toward your ultimate life goals, we are here to guide you. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rhp-market ..read more

In Market Talk Episode 23, Natalie Picha, Glenn Royal, and Jason Strzyzewski talk about the impact that this hiking cycle by the Federal Reserve has had on our real wealth.  www.royalharborpartners.com Experience the difference of working with a firm that empowers your life—a firm that focuses on what matters most—you. Whether you are beginning your financial journey now or have already taken steps toward your ultimate life goals, we are here to guide you. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rhp-market-talk/id1538051530 ..read more

Where are we going? That appears to be the big question. The Fed continued its hawkish tone at the late August meeting in Jackson Hole. There are 3 more Fed meetings in 2022 and we are expecting additional interest rate hikes. We will be watching very closely.  In this episode, Natalie Picha, Glenn Royal, and Jason Strzyzewski look at the possible market scenarios for the remainder of the year. And if you have grown tired of our rollercoaster analogy, have you heard about the "W" pattern yet? Get to know us at: www.royalharborpartners.com Experience the difference of working with a firm ..read more