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How to Money · June 1, 2026 · 54m

Ask HTM – Liquid Cash (How Much is Too Much), AI WW3 Portfolios, & Shopping Local (for a Mortgage) #1147

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The hosts tackle five listener questions covering 403b rollovers, optimal cash allocation, pension buybacks, mortgage shopping between local and national lenders, and a portfolio named 'AI World War III' on the Autopilot app. The episode provides actionable personal finance advice on each topic.

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403b Rollover Fee vs. Speed
A listener asked whether to pay Capitalize’s fee to expedite a 403b rollover, just wait, or explore other options.
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Too Much Cash?
A listener wondered how to know if they have too much cash when financial goals are years away.
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Pension Buyback for Safety
A listener approaching retirement asked whether buying additional years of service to boost a pension makes sense.
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Local vs. National Mortgage Lender
A listener questioned whether to pay more for a mortgage with a local lender for better service or simply chase the lowest rate.
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AI World War III Portfolio on Autopilot
A listener asked if the 'AI World War III' portfolio on the Autopilot app is worth considering.
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