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Beware the Bear
Although the stock market has continued to go up, at some point it will reach its apex and you should be sure your portfolio is prepared.
NYC Real Estate Update
In this video, Russell talks with Jeff Goodman about what buyers and sellers can expect from New York’s real estate market this year. Whether you are a buyer, seller, or entrepreneur looking for business property, you won’t want to miss this insightful conversation.
Financial Wellness for a New Decade
If you want to know how you can best use your money in the 2020s, watch this episode of Discuss with Russ to learn how to get clear on your financial situation, access your money habits, and create solutions to help you reach your money goals.
Staying Healthy and Enjoying the Holidays
The holiday season is upon us and while our family gatherings may look quite different this year as a result of the pandemic, many of us still want to celebrate by indulging in our favorite traditional treats. In this video, Russell and nutritionist and wellness educator Amy Salman discuss helpful tips for remaining healthy and happy throughout the holiday season and into the new year.
The New College Landscape
In this recorded webinar, The New College Landscape, Russell talks with Aaron Shipp of The Ivy Edge about the changing college admissions and financial aid landscapes.
Why You Should Pay More Taxes Today
Between higher tax rates in the future to pay for COVID relief and likely lower Social Security payments, you may want to consider a Roth conversion to get in on what may be lower tax rates now.
Haven't Filed Taxes in a While? How to and What You Need to Know
In this video, Russell talks with Jack Craven of Media CPAs about what you need to be aware of if you have not yet filed your tax returns, and share helpful tips on how to get the process started.
Making the Most of Your Opportunities
In this video, Russell along with guest and managing partner of Verna Law, Anthony Verna, discuss how the current pandemic is impacting the working world and causing a significant increase in entrepreneurship, intellectual property creation, and small business formation as a result.
Parenting in a Pandemic
In this video, Russell along with guest, mental health, and relationship expert, Justin Lioi, discuss the new challenges of parenting during the current pandemic and share with you ways to manage the added stress during these unprecedented times.
Sports in a COVID-19 World
In this video, Russell discusses with Jason Stein of the New York Mets how the upcoming sports season may look a little different this year for athletes as a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, and what you can expect to see as far as safety guidelines for the games, as a fan and spectator.
Investing In Your Family’s Health
In this video, Russell, along with guest Michelina DiSibio discuss health and wellness, as well as share some helpful tips on how you can strengthen your strength and immunity throughout the pandemic.
Are You Prepared? Long-Term Care & Estate Planning
In this video, Russell Rivera discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted how estate planning is being handled and what you need to know about putting long-term care and advanced directives in place for yourself.
Update on Real Estate as New York Emerges
In this video, Russell along with guests Shaun Anders and Warren Goldberg, discuss where the real estate trends are heading now that New York residents are beginning to emerge from shelter in place, and adjust to finding a new normal in the midst of the current and continuing pandemic.
Family Matters - How to Navigate the New Insurance Market
In this video, Russell and guest speaker, Ross Karp of 3P Insurance, discusses how the current pandemic has impacted the insurance market, and share with you some insight on what to expect the insurance trends to look like moving into the future as we discover our new normal.
Is COVID-19 Causing Family and Relationship Issues?
In this video, Russell Rivera along with guest and partner at Davidoff, Hutcher & Citron, LLP, Adam Citron, discuss family and relationship issues during and as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as focus on such topics as divorce and child custody.
Your Money and Your Mind
In this video, Russell Rivera speaks with psychotherapist Andrew Kaplan about mindset in dealing with our current and new worlds, societal trauma, “resetting” or shifting your money script, and how your state of mind could be affecting your finances.
Using the Crisis to Organize Your Space & Your Mind
Watch Russell’s latest video, Using the Crisis to Organize Your Space & Your Mind, where he and his guest talk about effective strategies to get and keep your life organized through the crisis.
Marketing in the New Normal
In this video, Russell Rivera and guest Mr. Alex Griffin, Founder and CEO of Giggrabbers, talk about how you can expand your digital marketing and sales process while working from home or remotely. They discuss the current environment and share thoughts on post-coronavirus impacts on small businesses, gig workers, and solo entrepreneurs.
Business Continuity and Operational Resiliency
In this video, Russell Rivera talks about where the organizational trends were leaning before the COVID-19 crisis, how we adjust from an office to an at-home working environment, and what we can expect in the future.
CARES Act and PPP Round Two: An Update
In this video, Founder and President of Voice Wealth Management, Russell Rivera discusses what the Payroll Protection Program is and how it is designed to help individuals during the COVID crisis.