Ric Edelman Radio Program Continues Rapid Expansion; ABC Radio Networks Adds Seven New Cities to Popular Financial Advice Show

Ric Edelman Radio Program Continues Rapid Expansion; ABC Radio Networks Adds Seven New Cities to Popular Financial Advice Show

WASHINGTON, June 25 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ric Edelman Show has announced the addition of seven new affiliates: Miami (Saturdays 1 p.m.-3 p.m. on WIOD), Baltimore (Saturdays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on WCBM), Phoenix (Sundays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on KFYI), Indianapolis (Saturdays 3 p.m.-5 p.m. on WIBC), Orlando (Saturdays 4 p.m.-6 p.m. on WFLA), Portland, Ore. (Saturdays 7 a.m.- 8 a.m. and Sundays 3 p.m.-5 p.m. KPAM), and Columbus, Ohio (Sundays 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. on WTVN). After just six months, the program is now heard in 11 of the nation's top 20 markets and reaches more than 50 percent of all Americans.

"We're excited about the exceptional response we've received from listeners," Edelman said. "It is an honor to help more people learn how to achieve their goals -- how to buy a home, pay for college, prepare for retirement, care for their parents or grandparents, get out of debt, and enjoy financial security."

For four consecutive years, Barron's has recognized Edelman as one of America's Top 100 Financial Advisors. His firm, Edelman Financial Services LLC, manages $3.5 billion for consumers nationwide, and is winner of more than 60 awards. A no.1 New York Times best-selling author and syndicated columnist, Edelman's sixth book will be published in October by Simon & Schuster.

Each week on the show, Ric uses his 20 years of experience to explain complex financial issues in an entertaining way, answering questions for callers. This is a vital service, as a recent AARP survey shows that a majority of Americans lack even basic understanding of how to handle their own finances.

"Our goal is to help consumers make better financial decisions," Edelman said. "It's not just about picking good investments. It is truly understanding how to provide financial security for yourself and your family."

ABC Radio Networks began national syndication of Edelman's award-winning radio program on Jan. 13, 2007. The affiliate list also includes America's leading news/talk radio stations: New York (WABC), Los Angeles (KABC), Chicago (WLS), San Francisco (KSFO), Dallas (WBAP), Houston (KPRC), Detroit (WJR) and the flagship Washington, D.C., station (WMAL), where the program began 15 years ago. Additional stations will be added throughout 2007 and 2008.

About Ric Edelman

Ric Edelman has been providing financial advice to consumers for over 20 years. He hosts The Ric Edelman Show heard on the ABC Radio Networks, and is the best-selling author of five books including "Ordinary People," "Extraordinary Wealth" and the personal finance classic "The Truth About Money." His sixth book, "The Lies About Money," will be published in October 2007 by Simon & Schuster. Ric also writes a syndicated newspaper advice column for United Media. His firm, Edelman Financial Services LLC, manages $3.5 billion for consumers nationwide, and is winner of more than 60 awards. Barron's has four times (2004-2007) ranked him among America's 100 top financial advisors, and Research Magazine inducted him into its Financial Advisor Hall of Fame in 2004. Ric is Chairman of the Board of the United Way of the National Capital Area. For more of Ric's common-sense financial advice, visit him online at http://www.ricedelman.com/.

About ABC Radio Networks

ABC Radio Networks has over 4,400 affiliate radio stations reaching nearly 105 million people age 12 and over each week. Programs and services include ABC News Radio, Paul Harvey News and Comment, The Sean Hannity Show, Satellite Sisters, The Tom Joyner Morning Show, The Doug Banks Morning Show, MoneyTalk with Bob Brinker, The Mark Levin Show, The Mark Davis Show, and more. Other ABC broadcast services include ABC Sports Radio, Radio Disney, syndicated music and talk programs and ESPN Radio, which is the exclusive network radio home of Major League Baseball, the NBA and the Bowl Championship Series.

Source: Edelman Financial Services LLC

CONTACT: Mark Bagley of Edelman Financial Services LLC, +1-703-227-0541,
mbagley@RicEdelman.com

Web site: http://www.ricedelman.com/
http://www.ricedelman.com/

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