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Podcast: The Financial Quarterback®: Your Game Plan to Protect Your Money and Retirement for Business and Investing
Episode: BONUS CONTENT: Crunching Ohtani's Numbers: A Lesson in Net Present Value
Description: In this bonus clip, Josh Jalinski delves into the financial intricacies of Shohei Ohtani's contract with the Dodgers. He clarifies that the net present value of Ohtani's contract is actually $337,000,000, contrary to the widely reported $700 million. Josh explains that this lower valuation was strategically calculated to protect the Dodgers from salary cap taxes. He also discusses the significant impact of taxes on Ohtani's earnings, suggesting that a lump sum payment upfront would have been more financially beneficial for Ohtani.Can't get enough of the Financial Quarterback? Click 'Subscribe' to ensure you never miss a...