2019 Investment Outlook Seminar
Bob Landaas shares his plain-English insight on the economics and market forces affecting long-term investors. With rising concerns over trade wars, global slowdown and technical indicators suggesting a coming recession, Bob offers clear explanations and a calm outlook. A MONEY TALK VIDEO captures the second of two seminars in September.
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