In this week’s Rise UP! Joe Duran, Kevin Grimes and Chris Deeley from Grimes and Company have a spirited conversation over what the Musk/Trump battle means for Tesla stock and what to do if you own it, what the data is really saying about a potential economic slowdown and how to protect your portfolio while also making sure it’s set for growth. Plus, “perception” vs “reality” and its effects on everything from equities to home sales. Want a second opinion on your investing strategy? Get a free portfolio review from Grimes & Company’s Kevin or Chris at https://bit.ly/4dS5hnY Hard Assets Alliance - The Best Way to Invest in Gold and Silver: https://www.hardassetsalliance.com/?aff=WTH Chapters 1:07 - Trump vs Elon and Tesla Stock Effects 3:56 - Why Elon Musk Has More to Lose in this Fight 5:43 - What Does This Mean for Tesla Stock and What Should You Do If You Own It? 9:20 - When It’s Time to Sell Your Winners 11:06 - Markets and Concerns of an Economic Slowdown 11:45 - What the Data Says 13:05 - What You Should Do with Your Portfolio with Where Valuations Are 14:50 - Stocks = 1999? 16:30 - Where the Investing Opportunities Are 19:42 - The Index Effect is Real 20:40 - Ask Us Anything 20:45 - How Do You Buy the Dip or Buy the Down Without A Lot of Cash Handy? 25:37 - How Do You Have a Balanced Portfolio When Your 401K Plan Doesn’t Give You Access to Alternative Assets? 29:28 - Can a Housing Crash Be Caused By the Perception One Might Happen? 33:46 - Next week: Domestic Policy Bill, Economic Inflation Data, and Tariffs Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #Wealthion #Wealth #Finance #Investing #Tesla #ElonMusk #DonaldTrump #StockMarket #EconomicSlowdown #MarketTrends #InvestmentStrategy #FinancialNews #TechStocks #HousingMarket #PortfolioManagement #PersonalFinance #MoneyMatters ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields. While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor. We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so. The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust.