Pension Attention is a show dedicated to helping firefighters and police officers take charge of their finances to build a life they love.
Your host Brad Barrett is a Managing Director and Partner at One Capital Management, a top ranked independent investment advisory firm managing $5B in assets for clients.
He has advised families in the Los Angeles City Fire Department for over 12 years, is an active member in Kingdom Advisors, a biblically based advisory network and holds the certified financial planning designation.
Sunk Cost Fallacy - What you Should Know About Your Investments
The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes.
This week on the show, Brad explores the sunk cost fallacy and why knowing when to walk away can be one of the most important financial decisions you make. From holding onto losing investments and staying in unfulfilling careers to continuing to spend money on something simply because you've already invested so much into it, Brad breaks down how our past decisions can cloud our judgment and keep us from making better choices for the future. He explores the psychology behind why we struggle to let go, how emotions like guilt and fear of failure influence our financial behavior, and why investing more time or money into something doesn't always make it worth saving. Whether you're holding onto a bad investment, questioning a major financial commitment, or struggling to walk away from something you've already put so much into, this episode challenges you to rethink how you make decisions. Because sometimes, the smartest financial move isn't knowing when to keep going, but recognizing when it's time to let go.
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Show Highlights Include:
· What is Sunk Cost Fallacy? (1:45)
· Loss Aversion (6:30)
· Commitment Bias (7:30)
· Endowment Effect (8:30)
· Strategies (12:00)
To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.
28 Sept 2026
Brad's Top 5 Most Frequently Asked Questions
The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes.
This week on the show, Brad answers the top 5 questions he gets asked most often about money, investing, and building wealth. From the financial decisions people struggle with every day to the questions that come up again and again, Brad breaks down his perspective and shares practical insights you can actually apply to your own finances. He explores some of the biggest misconceptions people have about money, the mistakes that can hold you back, and why the right answer isn't always as simple as it seems. Whether you're trying to invest smarter, make better financial decisions, or simply figure out what you should be doing next with your money, chances are you've asked at least one of these questions yourself. This episode cuts through the confusion and gets straight to the answers behind five of Brad's most frequently asked questions.
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Show Highlights Include:
· How much do I need to retire? (2:00)
· Pay off debt or invest the money? (6:00)
· How much should I be contributing to my accounts? (8:00)
· Traditional vs. Roth? (10:00)
· Will I outlive my money? (13:00)
To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.
21 Sept 2026
Cutting Through The Noise
The evolution of retirement has been changing for decades and with people living longer than before, many people are wondering where they will end up when their time comes.
This week on the show, Brad explores how to cut through the noise when it comes to investing and why having access to more financial advice doesn't always make investing easier. From social media "experts" and market predictions to hot stocks, trending strategies, and conflicting opinions, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by what you should be doing with your money. Brad breaks down how to tune out the distractions, focus on the fundamentals, and build an investment strategy that actually aligns with your goals, timeline, and risk tolerance. He also explores why constantly reacting to headlines can do more harm than good and how consistency, diversification, and a long-term perspective can help you stay on track. Whether you're just getting started or have been investing for years, this episode is about simplifying the process, trusting your plan, and making smarter decisions without getting lost in the endless pool of financial advice.
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Show Highlights Include:
· Start With Your Goals (4:00)
· Be Selective (6:45)
· It's More Than Just Investing (10:00)
· News vs. Noise (12:00)
To schedule your free retirement tracking meeting, specifically for first responders, head to http://pensionattention.com/ or call us at 805-410-5454.
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4.9 / 5
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5.0 / 5
2 ratings
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