Podcasts about your money matters

Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos, a Board Member of the Illinois Blockchain Association and General Counsel of StarkWare, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to break down what blockchain is and how Illinois is recognized as a leader in blockchain. Katherine also discusses a crypto legislation bill advancing in Springfield that she says could create confusing regulations for local entrepreneurs […]

Volo Trustee John Buttita joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the town of Volo. John shares the growth that Volo has experienced over the last ten years, including new home constructions and affordability in the community.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the current market numbers and the expectations that consumers should have. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the basics of borrowing. Jack talks about personal loans, business loans, and other financial options. Republic Bank also offers a free handbook: The Introduction to Borrowing. To learn more tips to get you on the right […]

Real estate attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Dave talks about probate in Illinois and how Dave and his team can help you. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss new ruling about the Department of Education collecting student loans that have been in default since 2020.

Brian Steiner, Executive Director of Life Happens, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss life insurance and share the basics of it to help you navigate what coverage you should get.

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. He's joined by Dr. Maureen Dunne, a cognitive scientist and neurodiversity expert, to discuss her National Bestseller, The Neurodiversity Edge: The Essential Guide to Embracing Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Other Neurological […]

Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the importance of having an emergency fund. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, go to republicebank.com.

Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Jack discusses how your credit is used and shares the five things that make up your credit score. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, go to republicebank.com.

On today’s airing of Your Money Matters hosted by Jon Hansen: Segment 1: Ed Maher, Associate Executive Director of the National Coalition of Labor and co-host of The Workers' Mic here on 720 WGN, joins the show to preview Sunday’s show. Segment 2: Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, discusses […]

Fred Cox, President at National Event Management, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about The National Franchise Show. Fred talks about how the show is a great opportunity for people who want to be franchise owners to network. The show is on Saturday, April 12th & Sunday, April 13th at the Donald E. […]

It’s Financial Literacy Month, and knowledge is power. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing and eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the tools Republic Bank offers, such as online and mobile banking solutions, financial calculators, and they break down the 50/30/20 rule. To learn more tips to […]

John D’Agostino, Head of Strategy at Coinbase Institutional, joins Your Money Matters to discuss the basics of cryptocurrency. John explains what it is, how it’s used, and talks about the creation of coins. For more information, visit www.coinbase.com.

On this airing of Your Money Matters, hosted by Jon Hansen, Jon is joined by three guests to discuss declining Tesla sales, chasing credit card rewards, and homebuyer hacks. Segment 1: Tom Appel, publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive, joins to discuss Tesla’s declined sales, Cadillac Sedans, and how the Ford F-150 could be the next […]

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss different topics related to finances. In this episode, Noah Bloch, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters. Noah breaks down the pros and cons of renting vs. buying and what people should think about to make the best decision for them. […]

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic related to finances. In this episode, Noah Bloch, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters. Noah discusses if investment properties are actually a good investment. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow

Derrick Kinney, CEO of Good Money Framework and author of Good Money Revolution, joins Your Money Matters! In for Jon Hansen, Wendy Snyder chats with Derrick about the possibility of a recession and the back and forth between placing tariffs and delaying them.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic related to finances. In this episode, Noah Bloch, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters. Noah breaks down ratios that buyers should be looking at when it comes to income and debt. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 […]

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Lisa Dent (in for Jon Hansen) on Your Money Matters to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. They are joined by Ileen Kelly, Director of the Business Development Center in DuPage County, and recent graduate of Innovation DuPage's Owner to CEO Business Accelerator Program […]

Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, fills in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Ilyce to discuss retirement expenses. Tim discusses tax impact reports, Roth IRA conversions and how to plan for inflation. For more information, call 800-640-2256

Real estate attorney Dave Schlueter, who works with the Law Offices of Dave Schlueter Ltd., joins Ilyce Glink, filling in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Dave talks about do-it-yourself estate planning vs. using an attorney and why using an attorney is the best choice. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help […]

Sarah Foster, Principal U.S. Economy and Federal Reserve Reporter at Bankrate, joins Ilyce Glink, filling in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters, to discuss financial scams. Sarah breaks down how to spot a scam, what to do if you have been scammed, and how to stay alert.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic related to finances. In this episode, Noah Bloch, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters. Noah breaks down the pros and cons of renting vs. buying, including rent increases, down payments, and deciding which option works for […]

Jeanie Mayer, Executive Director of the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters for Your Hometown. Jeanie talks about the revitalization of their downtown and business community. Plus, Jeanie highlights some of their businesses and shares what makes them special. For information, visit www.hampshirechamber.org

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss possible market apprehension. Plus, Craig talks about how job reports and consumer inflation expectations could affect their spending. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to answer listener questions about estate planning. She talks about adding things to your trust, how often you should refresh documents, and how often trusts should be professionally reviewed. For more information, call (847) 253-8800 for a free consultation.

On this airing of Your Money Matters, host Jon Hansen is joined by guests to discuss the latest financial news. Segment 1: Tom Appel, Publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive, talks about the latest car recalls by Tesla, Toyota, and more. Segment 2: Tim Paradis, Future-of-Work Correspondent at Business Insider, discusses what to do if you’re laid […]

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic related to finances. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to discuss good money habits. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how Innovation DuPage is helping businesses and entrepreneurs succeed.  Segment 1: Renetta Gunn-Stevens, CEO of Sophisticated Press, joins Jon to discuss helping CEOs tell their stories through a book. She shares how book publishing can be empowering and how Innovation DuPage has […]

The ConsumerMan, Herb Weisbaum, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two chat about Elon Musk’s DOGE targeting of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. They also discuss the CFPB’s job and what a possible elimination means for consumers. He is currently a contributing editor at Checkbook.org, a nonprofit organization that helps consumers get good service and low prices. […]

Jeff Nydegger is the co-founder and innovator behind Kendall Partners and JeffBuysYourHouse.com. Jeff joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss accommodating closing dates for sellers. For more information, call or text 630-576-9468.

Jeff Burnstein, president of the Association for Advancing Automation, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how companies incorporate AI and robotics into their work models. For more information on the Association for Advancing Automation, visit www.automate.org.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic surrounding finances. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to talk about financial goals and the importance of having conversations with friends and family about them.  For more information, […]

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss post-election small business optimism fading, the jobs data from the last few months, and more! For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, fills in for Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Segment 1: David Kellie, CEO of the Natural Diamond Council, talks about Valentine’s Day spending as Americans plan to spend nearly 26 billion dollars to celebrate. Segment 2: Josie Cox is a Contributor for Business Insider, and she […]

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic surrounding finances. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to discuss organizing for tax season.  For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Jennifer Moss, author of “WHY ARE WE HERE?: Creating a Work Culture Everyone Wants,” joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how hope in the workplace is essential.

Derrick Kinney, author of Good Money Revolution, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how anyone can go from middle class to millionaire. Derrick shares ways your money can grow and talks about how to set goals. For more information, visit AnyoneCanBecomeAMillionaire.com.

Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different topic surrounding finances. In this episode, Tiffany Irving, Senior Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Your Money Matters to talk about preparing for tax season. The two also talk about having measurable money goals and financial conversations with friends and […]

Information is power. Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the Fed rates, what investors need to be following, and cash flow models. For more information, visit GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Tom Appel, Publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Tom discusses his latest article about Tesla Cybertrucks and how competitor vehicles hurt sales.

Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss junk fees. Herb talks about the FTC's new junk fees rule, what it means for companies, and more.

Brian Gordon, President of Gordon Associates Long Term Planning Experts, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss long-term care insurance. Brian shares the importance of having a plan and his process for helping clients. For more information, call 800-533-6242 or visit galtci.com.

Steven Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to share the programs they have for the youth and their credit building program. For more information, visit www.glcu.org.

Isaac Reichman,​​​​ Director of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Issac talks about the release of their 2025 convention calendar. Plus, they talk about the importance of conventions in the city, their economic impact, and more. To see the convention calendar, visit www.choosechicago

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how Innovation DuPage is helping businesses and entrepreneurs succeed. They are joined by Lance Rock of Audit Master Pro, who talks about his real-time field testing and engineering software. Audit Master Pro provides building and HVAC equipment energy audits, energy management, and air and […]

Get Retired. Stay Retired. Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the Dow jumping 700 points and what to expect under the Trump administration. For more information, GetRetiredStayRetired.com

Morgan Winters, Director at Get Covered Illinois, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss open enrollment and answer frequently asked questions. Visit GetCoveredIllinois.gov and click “Get Free Help” to make an in-person or phone appointment with their navigators.

Tom Appel, publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about New York congestion pricing. Plus, Tom and Jon talk about EV sales in 2024.