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Podcast: Radio Monmouth
Episode: Edward Jones Presents Financial Focus with Ryan Painter: 'Should You Trust a ‘Finfluencer’?'
Description: In the age of social media, it’s easy to find advice on just about anything — including how to manage your money. Content creators known as “finfluencers” — short for financial influencers — use platforms like TikTok, YouTube and Instagram to share their takes on investing, budgeting and building wealth. Many of them are charismatic and relatable, and they often speak from personal experience. But while their content may be engaging, taking financial advice from a finfluencer without digging deeper can come with significant risks.