Podcasts about your money matters

Chris Montagano, Tournament Director of the NV5 Invitational, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the event, what attendees can expect, and the Evans Scholars Foundation. To get your free ticket, visit https://nv5invitational.com/tickets. All proceeds from the championship will benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation, which provides full tuition and housing scholarships for deserving caddies. […]

Dashia Milden, consumer insights editor for CNET, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their latest survey on tariff anxiety. Dashia shares that 36% of adults in the United States feel pressured to buy items in anticipation of future shortages.

Sam Apple went on a couples retreat with three couples and their AI chatbot significant others. He joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss what the retreat was like and his biggest takeaways from the relationships. To read about Sam’s full retreat experience, read his story here.

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 a mid-year financial check-in. Tiffany discusses revisiting goals that were set, how it’s okay to start now if you […]

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 a mid-year financial check-in. Tiffany discusses budget changes, understanding where your money is going, and investing your money after […]

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. Joining them today are Arden Warner and John Nelson, Co-Founders of Natural Science LLC. Arden and John talk about how they have developed a technology to help clean up oil spills. If you're […]

Angela Cummings is the Executive Director at the Illinois Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. She joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to share that construction workers are more likely to die by suicide than by worksite incidents. She and Jon discuss the importance of mental health and their upcoming Hike for […]

Michael Maienza, partner at Vogelzang Law, joined Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the possible reconsideration of the ban on use of a type of asbestos in the United States. For more information, visit vogelzanglaw.com.

Kaitlyn Wang, video journalist at The Wall Street Journal joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the journey of Pop Mart and their overnight sensation: The Labubu doll.

Ja’Net Defell, President and CEO of Community Desk Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss Community Desk Chicago partnering with the City to form a grant program that will help Chicagoans build wealth and rehab vacant buildings in their communities.

Simon Grant, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Busey Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about how to teach your kids about money and improve their financial literacy this summer.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how the markets are responding to a potential conflict in Iran and what the markets could look like if there is a war. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Tom Appel of Consumer Guide Automotive joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the importance of rare earth metals and the changes that Ram is making in its vehicles.

Dr. Kim Dennis, Co-Founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer of SunCloud Health, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why summer is a critical time for teens to access mental health support. The two discuss how summer can lead to social isolation in kids and how SunCloud’s programs can help. For more information, visit suncloudhealth.com […]

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how the tariffs are affecting the market, making data-driven decisions, and diversifying your portfolio. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

The Dolton Bowl has been all about growth over the past two years with a new owner. Yianni Mavrakis bought the alley when he was twenty-two years old. He joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about his journey to owning the Dolton Bowl and how he’s managed the business so far. For […]

It’s a Mesirow Monday! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss having a Roth investment account, when it makes sense to add money into your accounts, and moving money from IRAs.For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Nick Schlanger, director of research services at NAI Hiffman, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss what's fueling the data center boom and the most significant hurdle being power availability.

Kevin Micheli, President and COO at Charles Hall Construction, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss Kevin’s latest building project, a 154-unit development, the hurdles in the building process, and the best aspects of Fox Lake.

Sarah Gomm is a Productivity and Organizing Professional, as well as the Founder of New Chapter Transitions. She joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to share how she found her way to becoming a senior move manager and how she helps people declutter for moving. To find a senior move manager near you, visit […]

Faran Krentcil, Fashion Writer and Columnist at BBC and Business of Fashion, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why most clothes aren’t made in America. The two discuss the cost of making clothes in the States and the ethics of purchasing American-made items. To find more work by Faran, visit www.hifaran.com/writing.

Brenda Bickett of Local Glass Studio and Adam Farrand Hodge of Farr and Swit join Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Both businesses have participated in Innovation DuPage’s Owner to CEO course. Dan Facchini, the Managing Director of Innovation DuPage, also joins to discuss how businesses can use Innovation DuPage to take their businesses to the next […]

Amanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. She talks about her latest story on how young people are choosing blue-collar jobs and their thoughts on the ROI of a college degree.

Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest trending estate planning news. The two talk about the case of One Direction singer Liam Payne, guardianship, and take calls from listeners. For more information, call (847) 253-8800 for a free consultation.

Employment Lawyer Patrick Dolan, Founding Partner of Conti and Dolan, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest employment news. Patrick also answers questions from listeners about 401(k) plans, guaranteed payouts in contracts, and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.

Mark Walker, the State Senator for Illinois' 27th District, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the Digital Assets and Consumer Protection Act. Senator Walker and Jon talk about crypto and meme coins, blockchain technology and what he hopes for the bill to accomplish.

Chuck Fraelich, President of Tag Outlet, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their returning tent sale this weekend. Chuck discusses the history of the Outlet tag, the products they offer, and what customers can expect to see during the sale this weekend. Shop the tent sale at 3310 North Elston in […]

Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss fraud prevention. Jack advises being vigilant with your accounts, verifying organizations, and discusses how to protect your personal information. To learn more tips on how to prevent fraud, visit republicebank.com/about/fraud-prevention/ .

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 […]

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.

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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