Are cracks beginning to form in private credit markets — and does fund type really matter as much as investors think? In this episode of The Point Podcast, we explore private credit risks, active ETFs vs. mutual funds, and why a thoughtful investment strategy should always come before chasing trends. In this episode of The Point Podcast, Landis Wiley and Chief Investment Officer Allen Wallace take a closer look at growing concerns within private credit markets, including liqu

How global events like the Strait of Hormuz impact inflation, markets, and portfolio strategy, and what investors should watch next. Global headlines can feel overwhelming, but what actually matters for your portfolio? In this episode of The Point Podcast, we connect the dots between geopolitical events, inflation risks, and real-world investment decisions. Using the recent focus on the Strait of Hormuz as a starting point, we explore how disruptions in energy, supply chains,

Social Security decisions, RMDs, and tax strategies can have a huge impact on your retirement income — but many people don’t realize they’re making costly mistakes until it’s too late. In this episode of The Point Podcast, Landis Wiley and CIO Allen Wallace discuss Social Security timing, RMDs, tax strategies, and why “average” retirement advice may not fit your financial situation. In this milestone 20th episode of The Point Podcast , hosts Landis Wiley and Chief Investment

Is the stock market headed for a crash—or are investors overreacting to AI and crypto headlines? Check out our thoughts in our latest episode of The Point Podcast. With AI stocks soaring and crypto showing renewed volatility, many investors are asking whether today’s market feels eerily similar to past bubbles. In this episode of The Point, Landis Wiley and Allen Wallace, Chief Investment Officer at Basepoint Wealth, break down what’s real, what’s hype, and what investors sho