The Spend Life Well Show

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Oct 2026

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ClearVista Financial's Mark Trice addresses financial topics and strategies based on Biblical principles. Securities offered through Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a broker-dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Cambridge and ClearVista Financial are not affiliated.

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October 27, 2026Episode 22115 min

Should Politics Affect the Way You Invest? | Episode 221

Send us Fan Mail With Election Day approaching, investors may be wondering how the outcome could affect the stock market and their portfolios. But should politics really drive your investment decisions? In this episode of The Spend Life Well Show, Certified Kingdom Advisor Mark Trice and Ben Barnett discuss election-year market volatility, inflation, interest rates, and why long-term investment decisions should focus on fundamentals rather than political predictions. What we cover: → How midterm elections have historically affected the stock market → Inflation, interest rates, and borrowing costs → Why political uncertainty can lead to emotional investment decisions → Market fundamentals, company earnings, and AI-driven growth → Staying focused on your long-term investment strategy 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

October 20, 2026Episode 22014 min

Have You Made These Year-End Financial Moves? | Episode 220

Send us Fan Mail As 2026 comes to a close, take time to review your finances, revisit your goals, and prepare for the year ahead. In this episode of The Spend Life Well Show, Certified Kingdom Advisor Mark Trice and Ben Barnett discuss year-end financial planning strategies, including tax planning, charitable giving, investment consistency, and setting goals for 2027. What we cover: → Reviewing financial goals and investment performance → Tax planning, charitable giving, QCDs, and RMDs → Updating your financial plan → Staying consistent through market uncertainty → Setting financial goals for 2027 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Reviewing Your Year and Financial Goals 02:58 Year-End Tax Planning and Charitable Giving 05:47 Reviewing Your Financial Plan 08:03 Staying Consistent With Your Investments 10:16 Managing Financial Worry and Market Uncertainty 11:30 Starting the New Year With a Financial Plan Schedule a free introductory call with Mark: https://app.greminders.com/c/mtrice Website: http://spendlifewell.com Email: info@clearvistafinancial.com Follow ClearVista Financial: https://www.instagram.com/clearvistafinancial https://www.facebook.com/ClearVistaFinancial https://www.linkedin.com/company/clearvistafinancial 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

October 13, 2026Episode 21924 min

October Market Update | Episode 219

Send us Fan Mail In this October Market Update, Mark Trice reviews September’s market performance and discusses the economic trends shaping the markets, interest rates, and investor portfolios as we move toward the end of the year. While the Nasdaq posted gains in September, other major indexes, including the S&P 500 and Russell 2000, experienced declines. Mark also examines the narrow market participation behind the S&P 500’s year-to-date gains, rising Treasury yields, the growing federal debt, and the Federal Reserve’s recent rate hike. He then looks at economic growth, employment, inflation, and consumer spending, and explains what these trends could mean for your portfolio and long-term financial goals. What we cover: → September stock and bond market performance → Why the S&P 500’s gains are masking broader market weakness → Rising Treasury yields, mortgage rates, and the growing federal debt → The Federal Reserve’s recent rate hike and future interest rate outlook → GDP growth, employment, inflation, and consumer spending → How market and economic trends may affect your portfolio 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

October 6, 2026Episode 21816 min

Are You Getting the Most Out of Your Financial Plan? | Episode 218

Send us Fan Mail A financial plan is about more than investments or preparing for retirement. It is a roadmap that helps you make informed financial decisions, prepare for unexpected changes, and align your wealth with your values. In this episode of The Spend Life Well Show, Certified Kingdom Advisor Mark Trice and Ben Barnett discuss what goes into a comprehensive financial plan and why starting early matters. From emergency savings and debt management to insurance, investing, estate planning, and generous giving, they explain how a financial plan can help you prepare for the future while making the most of today. Whether you're in your 20s or approaching retirement, discover how a dynamic financial plan can help you identify gaps, stay accountable, and make decisions that support your long-term goals. What we cover: → Why a financial plan is more than just your investment portfolio → How to use a financial plan as a roadmap for your financial future → The role of insurance, taxes, and risk management → Why reviewing and updating your plan matters → How financial planning helps you prepare for unexpected life changes → What younger investors should prioritize, from emergency savings to investing → Why starting early can create more financial flexibility over time → How to align your financial decisions with your values Learn more about ClearVista Financial: https://clearvistafinancial.com/ 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

September 30, 2026Episode 21716 min

Setting Financial Boundaries With Family | Part 2 | Episode 217

Send us Fan Mail How do your childhood experiences with money affect your financial decisions as an adult? How can couples with different financial habits find common ground, and should married couples keep separate bank accounts? In Part 2 of The Spend Life Well Show, Mark Trice and Ben Barnett continue their conversation about family and finances, exploring how financial habits are shaped by upbringing, how couples can approach money disagreements, and how to build a shared financial future. They also discuss financial boundaries, communication, and the role of faith in making financial decisions. What we cover: → How your upbringing can shape your financial habits and spending decisions → How couples with different money mindsets can find common ground → Why engaged couples should discuss finances before marriage → How to approach major purchases and avoid unnecessary debt → What financial infidelity looks like and why financial boundaries matter → Whether married couples should combine finances or maintain separate accounts → How couples can work through disagreements about saving and retirement 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

September 23, 2026Episode 21616 min

Setting Financial Boundaries With Family | Part 1 | Episode 216

Send us Fan Mail Should you loan money to family or friends? What happens when they do not pay you back, and where should you draw the line when it comes to helping your children financially? In this episode of The Spend Life Well Show, Certified Kingdom Advisor Mark Trice and Ben Barnett discuss the financial challenges that can come with family loans, co-signing, supporting adult children, and helping aging parents. They also explore how biblical principles can shape the way families approach financial support and boundaries. What we cover: → Why co-signing can create financial risks for family members → When a family loan may be better viewed as a gift → How to approach lending money to children or other family members → Whether you have a financial obligation to support your parents → How to help aging parents without compromising your own finances → How to establish financial boundaries without damaging family relationships 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

September 16, 2026Episode 21525 min

September Market Update | Episode 215

Send us Fan Mail In this September Market Update, Mark Trice reviews the latest market and economic trends and discusses what investors should be watching as we move into a more volatile stretch of the year. Markets posted gains in August, but rising Treasury yields, Federal Reserve policy, inflation, and the growing federal debt are creating new questions for investors. Mark also looks at economic growth, employment, consumer spending, and what these trends could mean for portfolios in the months ahead. What we cover: → Recent stock and bond market performance → Why market volatility could increase this fall → Rising Treasury yields and what’s driving them → The growing U.S. federal debt and borrowing costs → Federal Reserve policy and the possibility of higher rates → GDP, employment, wages, inflation, and consumer spending → What these trends could mean for your portfolio → Why staying disciplined matters during uncertain markets 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

September 9, 2026Episode 21420 min

Why Does The Grocery Bill Keep Going Up? | Episode 214

Send us Fan Mail Why does your grocery bill keep going up, even when inflation is supposedly slowing down? Grocery prices have changed significantly over the past few years, and understanding why can help you make better decisions about your household spending. In this episode of The Spend Life Well Show, Certified Kingdom Advisor Mark Trice breaks down what's really driving grocery prices in 2026, from beef and produce to energy costs, transportation, labor, tariffs, and supply and demand. He also explains why slowing inflation doesn't mean prices are actually going down and shares practical ways families can adjust their grocery spending. What we cover: → Why grocery prices are still rising even as inflation slows → What's driving higher food prices → Practical ways to spend less at the grocery store → Why your household budget needs to reflect today's prices → How tracking your spending can help keep rising costs from affecting your long-term goals 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

August 26, 2026Episode 21313 min

Renting vs. Buying: Which Is Right for You? | Episode 213

Send us Fan Mail Deciding whether to rent or buy a home is about more than comparing a monthly rent payment to a mortgage. The right choice depends on your financial situation, how long you plan to stay, and how the decision fits into your broader financial goals. In this episode of The Spend Life Well Show, Certified Kingdom Advisor Mark Trice breaks down the key factors to consider when deciding whether renting or buying makes sense for your current season of life. What we cover: → What you may be giving up when you put money toward a home purchase → Why buying a home shouldn't come at the expense of your emergency fund or retirement savings → How renting can provide valuable financial flexibility → Why the length of time you plan to stay in a home matters → The additional costs and risks that come with homeownership → Why qualifying for a mortgage doesn't necessarily mean you can afford the home → How a home purchase fits into your overall financial plan 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

August 19, 2026Episode 21221 min

August Market Update | Episode 212

Send us Fan Mail In this August Market Update, Mark Trice breaks down what happened in the markets during July, reviews the latest economic data, and discusses what investors should be watching as we move through the rest of the year. From market volatility and Federal Reserve policy to inflation, interest rates, economic growth, and the rapid growth of AI investment, this episode provides perspective to help investors stay focused on long term financial goals instead of short term headlines. What we cover: → A recap of July's market performance → The latest Federal Reserve, inflation, and economic data → Interest rates, Treasury yields, and mortgage rates → Economic growth, consumer spending, and employment → The sustainability of AI investment and what investors should watch → How to avoid emotional investment decisions during periods of volatility → What it all means for your portfolio and long term financial plan 👉 Click here for a FREE consultation with Mark! OTHER RESOURCES: Kingdom Advisors | https://kingdomadvisors.com CVF Upcoming Webinars | http://spendlifewell.com/events Have questions? Email us at info@clearvistafinancial.com or visit our website https://clearvistafinancial.com Follow along on social media: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | LINKEDIN

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