In this eye-opening episode of Scriptures and Wall Street, Carlos Cortez Jr. delivers a blunt warning: most Americans are unknowingly on track to lose significant portions of their IRA or 401(k). From hidden tax traps to government policy changes and market risks, Carlos explains why the traditional “set it and forget it” retirement plan could leave you exposed when you need your money the most. With his trademark mix of faith, finance, and straight talk, Carlos breaks down how to recognize the warning signs and start protecting your nest egg now. This isn’t about fear—it’s about preparation. If you want to retire with wisdom instead of worry, this is an episode you can’t afford to skip. Access Tax Calculator - Corteztaxbill.com ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.

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In this episode of Scriptures and Wall Street, Carlos Cortez Jr. uncovers one of the most overlooked yet critical mistakes people make when planning for retirement. It's a silent misstep that can quietly undermine your entire financial strategy—especially if you think you’re already on the right track. Carlos sets the stage for a conversation that challenges conventional wisdom and invites listeners to think deeper about the assets they rely on for their future. With his signature blend of faith, finance, and straight talk, Carlos challenges listeners to rethink what “ownership” really means in today’s economy. This episode is packed with practical insight, biblical perspective, and clear steps to help you retire with wisdom—not just wealth. If you're serious about securing your future, this is one you don’t want to miss. ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.

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In today’s episode of Scriptures and Wall Street, Carlos Cortez digs into the uncomfortable truth behind America’s favorite retirement tool—the 401(k). If you think it’s your money, think again. Carlos breaks down how the government, the tax code, and big institutions have more control over your retirement than you might realize. From tax traps and income penalties to why being a “participant” isn’t the same as being an owner, this episode is a wake-up call for anyone blindly following the traditional path to retirement. You want financial freedom? It starts by knowing the rules—and who really wrote them. ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.

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In this episode of Scriptures and Wall Street, Carlos Cortez Jr. breaks down what the Fed’s latest moves really mean—especially the decision to hold off on rate cuts. With inflation still hot and recession risks looming, Carlos explains how this impacts everyday Americans, investors, and retirees who are being squeezed on all sides. Carlos also dives into how spiritual clarity and financial strategy go hand-in-hand during uncertain times. He challenges listeners to stop waiting on the government or the market to "fix things"—and instead, take bold, faith-driven steps to protect what they've built. If you're serious about understanding what’s next and how to respond, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.

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Carlos Cortez Jr. kicks off this episode of Scriptures and Wall Street with a nod to Hulk Hogan—a symbol of strength and endurance—as a reminder of what it takes to survive today’s financial chaos. From volatile markets to bank instability, Carlos breaks down what’s really happening beneath the headlines. With straight talk and a faith-first perspective, he exposes how Wall Street, the Fed, and global powers are quietly reshaping the financial landscape. Carlos urges listeners to stop playing defense and start taking strategic control of their money. If you're looking for truth, clarity, and a mindset built to last, this episode delivers. ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.

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In this powerful episode of Scriptures and Wall Street, Carlos Cortez Jr. is joined by special guest Terry Sacka, AAMS, an Accredited Asset Management Specialist at Cornerstone Asset Metals. Together, they expose the financial warfare being waged against everyday Americans through inflation, debt, digital currency expansion, and central bank overreach. Carlos and Terry break down how these forces are designed to erode your purchasing power, steal your financial independence, and condition the public for total monetary control. But it’s not all doom and gloom—this conversation brings clarity and action. Rooted in biblical perspective and real-world experience, Carlos and Terry explore practical ways to preserve wealth, including the strategic role of precious metals, decentralized assets, and green money strategies. If you’re concerned about the future of the dollar, digital currency, or your retirement, this episode will give you both the truth—and the tools—to stand firm in faith and finances. https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com ———————————————————————————————————— Schedule a consultation today! https://cortezwm.com Learn More About America First Retirement https://americafirstretirementplan.com/ Get your own private insurance account! https://privateinsuredaccount.com/ ———————————————————————————————————— Follow us on Rumble! https://rumble.com/c/c-5319252 Follow us on twitter! https://twitter.com/scrptrandwallst Video References ———————————————————————————————————— Everything Bubble to Finally Burst? Watch These 2 Signs Confirming Huge Crash Has Begun – Harry Dent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZNV9dB9QRw Banking Sector Collapse Coming, Why It Could Happen in March – George Gammon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92i2M_1p7v4 WEF https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqzepGBatWo Bank Failures https://www.americanbanker.com/list/dramatic-collapses-made-2023-the-biggest-year-ever-for-bank-failures ———————————————————————————————————— Support the show! FIX THE BLOOD http://fixthebloodusa.com Lose weight and more with Plant Base Peptides http://getmeleanusa.com Silver and Gold https://cornerstoneassetmetals.com Fluoride Free Alkaline water : Www.AmericaFirstWater.com The views and expressions used in Scriptures and Wallstreet are for educational & entertainment purposes only. All though Carlos Cortez Jr. is a registered financial adviser this is not financial advice. Any information taken from the scriptures and Wallstreet is strictly for educational and entertainment. If you would like to pursue a personalized financial plan please contact Cortez Wealth Management and schedule an appointment by going to cortezwm.com.

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