Finance Media Queries for 04/28/25
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1) SUMMARY: Looking for HELOC/mortgage experts to weigh in on what happens if you can't pay your HELOC
NAME: Sharon Wu
CONTACT: sharewritesllc@gmail.com
URL: https://muckrack.com/sharon-wu
MEDIA OUTLET: CBS News
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://www.cbsnews.com/moneywatch/
DEADLINE DATE: 2025-04-29
DEADLINE TIME: 09:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time
QUERY: I'm working with CBS News to write an informative article about what happens if you can't pay your HELOC.
I need US-based HELOC/mortgage experts (e.g., mortgage loan officer, credit union or bank HELOC specialist, mortgage servicing rep, consumer credit counselor, etc.) to share unique insights.
To be considered, please answer the following questions by Tuesday, 4/29, 9 pm PST (all or the ones you can answer):
1. What are the top 3-5 things that happen if someone can't pay their HELOC? Explain — the more detail the better here (e.g., late fees/penalties, damage to credit score, risk of default, possible foreclosure, etc.)
2. What's the first thing that happens when someone misses a HELOC payment, and how quickly do more serious consequences follow?
3. What proactive steps can homeowners take when they realize they might struggle with upcoming HELOC payments?
4. How do different lenders typically handle payment difficulties, and what alternatives might they offer borrowers? For this question, it would help to focus/expand on the alternative solutions. What specific alternatives would you recommend for homeowners who can't make their HELOC payments?
5. How does being in the draw period versus the repayment period affect your options if you're struggling with HELOC payments?
6. Despite current economic challenges, what makes HELOCs more affordable than other borrowing options right now?
7. What's one thing most homeowners don't know about HELOC repayment flexibility that could help them in difficult times?
Finally, please provide:
1) your role/title, a link to your LinkedIn profile, company website, and company descriptor (e.g., mortgage lender)
2) a good email to follow up if needed (MUST be the source's email)
IMPORTANT: We can't accept/use AI-written responses, or responses you've already submitted elsewhere (we WILL check). Also, I'm not looking for surface-level information easily found online. These questions are meant more as a guide to get more nuanced, in-depth expertise from you :) Please share relevant common hypothetical scenarios or client experiences to back up answers.
Thanks!
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2) SUMMARY: Looking for gold/investing experts to weigh in on whether people's gold investment allocations should change in today's economy
NAME: Sharon Wu
CONTACT: sharewritesllc@gmail.com
URL: https://muckrack.com/sharon-wu
MEDIA OUTLET: CBS News
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://www.cbsnews.com/moneywatch/
DEADLINE DATE: 2025-04-29
DEADLINE TIME: 09:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time
QUERY: I'm working with CBS News to write an informative article about whether people's gold investment allocations should change in today's economy.
I need US-based gold/investing experts (e.g., numismatists, gold dealers, precious metals specialists, etc.) to share unique insights.
To be considered, please answer the following questions by Tuesday, 4/29, 9 pm PST (all or the ones you can answer, and please avoid specific mentions of tariff policy or political leaders):
1. In your opinion (and generally speaking), do you think people's gold investment allocation should change in today's economy? Why or why not? (Base this question on the traditional recommended allocation of 10-15%, since everyone's allocation is different)
2. When would it make sense for investors to INCREASE their gold allocation, even with gold's recent strong performance? How would you recommend they go about doing so? (e.g., dollar cost average, go all in?)
3. When would it make sense for investors to MAINTAIN traditional allocation levels and why?
4. When would it make sense for investors to DECREASE their gold allocation levels and why?
5. What specific factors should investors consider when determining their optimal gold allocation right now? Here, a bulleted list of factors followed by a brief explanation of each would be helpful.
6. For someone new to gold investing today, which investment vehicles would you recommend and why? (e.g., physical gold, ETFs, etc.)
7. What are the biggest risks investors should be aware of when investing in gold in the current economic climate?
8. How might an investor's age and financial timeline influence their gold allocation strategy?
9. What's your most important piece of advice for investors questioning their gold allocation strategy today?
Finally, please provide:
1) your role/title, a link to your LinkedIn profile, company website, and company descriptor (e.g., gold IRA company)
2) a good email to follow up if needed (MUST be the source's email)
IMPORTANT: We can't accept/use AI-written responses, or responses you've already submitted elsewhere (we WILL check). Also, I'm not looking for surface-level information easily found online. These questions are meant more as a guide to get more nuanced, in-depth expertise from you :) Please share relevant common hypothetical scenarios or client experiences to back up answers.
Thanks!
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3) SUMMARY: Looking for gold/investing experts to weigh in on what needs to happen for gold prices to fall again
NAME: Sharon Wu
CONTACT: sharewritesllc@gmail.com
URL: https://muckrack.com/sharon-wu
MEDIA OUTLET: CBS News
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://www.cbsnews.com/moneywatch/
DEADLINE DATE: 2025-04-29
DEADLINE TIME: 09:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Pacific Standard Time
QUERY: I'm working with CBS News to write an informative article about what needs to happen for gold prices to fall again.
I need US-based gold/investing experts (e.g., numismatists, gold dealers, precious metals specialists, etc.) to share unique insights.
To be considered, please answer the following questions by Tuesday, 4/29, 9 pm PST (all or the ones you can answer, and please avoid specific mentions of tariff policy or political leaders):
1. What are the top 3-5 scenarios (e.g., dollar strength, reduced geopolitical tensions, decreased inflation, reduced investment demand, Federal Reserve policy) you see as most likely to trigger gold prices to fall again, and why? List out/explain — more detailed insights on this question would be really helpful.
2. How would a shift in Federal Reserve monetary policy need to unfold to create downward pressure on gold?
3. What role could changing geopolitical conditions play in cooling the gold market, and what specific developments should investors watch?
4. What level of dollar strengthening would be required to meaningfully suppress gold prices, and what economic conditions might trigger such dollar appreciation?
4. If inflation continues to moderate, how quickly might we expect to see a corresponding adjustment in gold prices, and what historical precedents support this timing?
5. What psychological threshold in other asset classes (e.g., equity returns or bond yields) might trigger investors to reallocate away from gold positions?
6. What are the benefits of investing in gold now, even as prices are elevated, instead of waiting for the price to potentially fall?
Finally, please provide:
1) your role/title, a link to your LinkedIn profile, company website, and company descriptor (e.g., gold IRA company)
2) a good email to follow up if needed (MUST be the source's email)
IMPORTANT: We can't accept/use AI-written responses, or responses you've already submitted elsewhere (we WILL check). Also, I'm not looking for surface-level information easily found online. These questions are meant more as a guide to get more nuanced, in-depth expertise from you :) Please share relevant common hypothetical scenarios or client experiences to back up answers.
Thanks!
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4) SUMMARY: Financial experts needed for emergency fund and 50/15/5 rule articles
NAME: Alyssa Andreadis
CONTACT: me@alyssaandreadis.com
URL: https://muckrack.com/alyssaandreadis
MEDIA OUTLET: Greenlight
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://greenlight.com/learning-center
DEADLINE DATE: 2025-04-29
DEADLINE TIME: 05:00 pm
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: I'm writing two articles for Greenlight. One on how to build an emergency fund and one on the 50/15/5 rule. Please feel free to share your expertise on any of the following questions.
Building an Emergency Fund:
- How would you define an emergency fund in simple, family-friendly terms?
- Where is the best place to keep an emergency fund (a savings account, checking account, or elsewhere)?
- What step-by-step advice would you give someone who is starting an emergency fund from scratch, especially if their budget feels tight?
- How much do you typically recommend saving in an emergency fund, and how should families decide between goals like 3 months vs. 12 months of expenses?
- Why is having an emergency fund especially important in today's economy, and can you share a few examples of situations where it could make a real difference?
The 50/15/5 Rule:
- Can you briefly explain what the 50/15/5 rule is and why it can be a helpful framework for managing money?
- What are some tips for families (or teens) who want to start applying the 50/15/5 rule but are working with a tight or irregular income?
- Are there any common mistakes or misunderstandings people make when trying to follow the 50/15/5 rule?
- How flexible is the 50/15/5 rule, and when might it make sense for families to adjust the percentages?
- Can you share a real-world example of how using a rule like 50/15/5 can help someone reach long-term financial goals, like building savings or reducing debt?
If you're open to sharing your insights, I'd be happy to include your quote(s) with credit (name, title, and link to your company or personal site that showcases your relevant financial expertise). Thank you!
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5) SUMMARY: Seeking AI-Focused VCs Managing $5M+ Funds for Video and Podcast Interview
NAME: Sramana Mitra
CONTACT: sramana18@gmail.com
URL: https://www.sramanamitra.com/bio/
MEDIA OUTLET: One Million by One Million
MEDIA WEBSITE: https://www.sramanamitra.com/
DEADLINE DATE: 2025-05-06
DEADLINE TIME: 12:00 am
TIME ZONE: Eastern Standard Time
QUERY: We're looking to feature early-stage (pre-seed, seed, post-seed, pre-series A, Series A) VCs managing funds of $5 million or more who are actively investing in AI startups. Let us help share your insights and amplify your voice in the AI venture ecosystem.
We're especially interested in in-depth conversations that explore your AI investment thesis, trends you're seeing in enterprise AI, opportunities in Generative AI, the evolution of AI platforms and applications, and how broader startup trends are influencing your AI investment strategy.
Interviews are conducted by Sramana Mitra live on video during our 1Mby1M Roundtables and published across multiple platforms, including the 1Mby1M Entrepreneurship Podcast and YouTube channel (4.5k+ subscribers), as well as a transcript on the 1Mby1M blog, which was named a Top 100 Blog for Entrepreneurs by Forbes (https://onforb.es/1a6RkOs). Select interviews are also included as case studies in 1Mby1M's educational courses to help entrepreneurs learn from real-world venture experiences. All are part of the One Million by One Million (1Mby1M) global initiative whose aim is to help a million entrepreneurs reach $1 million in annual revenue and beyond.
You'll gain exposure to a global audience of entrepreneurs through our extensive distribution channels, including our LinkedIn newsletter with over 115,000 subscribers, a social media community of 440,000+ LinkedIn followers and a podcast network that reaches listeners across all major platforms.
Please include the following information in your pitch: Fund size? Location? Other talking points.
Here are the questions we would be exploring:
1. What is your investment thesis in the Age of AI?
2. What are some examples of companies you have invested in and why?
3. What are you learning about the AI buyers inside enterprises through your portfolio?
4. How do you view General AI?
5. How do you view Vertical Generative AI? Which verticals are you investing in and why?
6. How big a problem is GenAI hallucination?
7. Are you investing in AI platforms? Why or why not?
8. Are you investing in AI applications built on third party platforms / PaaS? Color on the platforms?
9. Will superintelligence make vertical AI irrelevant?
10. What do you think you would be investing in five years hence?
11. What is your thesis on Agentic AI?
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