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There’s a 7/10 chance that you’ll need long-term care if you’re over the age of 60. Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the need to include long-term care in your retirement budget. Tim talks about retirement myths and more! To learn how TJ Stearns can help […]

Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest tech news. Sean discusses TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, their annual conference where startups from every field gather and compete for a $100,000 prize. Sean shares some of the companies that stood out to him, like Intero Biosystems and Longshot Space […]

Colleen Ceh Becvar, Gerontologist, Owner, and Co-Founder of Trinity Advocacy Group, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss multigenerational planning and how they help families create plans. Trinity helps members connect with services and resources that fit their needs and provides strategies for making informed decisions about needed care. For more information, visit trinityadvocacygroup.com […]

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Looking to sell your silver or gold? What about crystal makeup brushes, Disney collectibles, or Andy Warhol pieces? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have […]

Paul Arnold, Head of Investment Solutions at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what investors should focus on and the importance of reaffirming that your portfolio is in good shape and diversified to absorb unpredictable outcomes. Paul and Jon talk about ignoring vibes and checking in with your financial advisor. To learn more about how […]

Sonja Beallis, owner of Bare Moxie, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month. Bare Moxie is a professional bra fitting service that excells at making women look and feel beautiful. Sonja shares how her and her best friend started Bare Moxie in 2017 to create a positive impact […]

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what he and his colleagues do at TransformRX Chicago. How many hours of sleep do you need? What are the side effects and possible symptoms? Dr. Nandra discusses why some people don’t lose as much weight on […]

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. Dan shares that Innovation DuPage will host their first-ever Member Showcase on November 10th, bringing together entrepreneurs, partners, investors, and community leaders. Mary Couzin from People of Play joins to talk about the […]

It’s National Women’s Small Business Month, and Whitney Cimaglia, the Vice President of Business Banking at Republic Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss how owners can tell the difference between a temporary busy period and a real opportunity to expand, and how to better understand their customers to drive growth. For more […]

Philip and Colleen Flores, co-founders of Cremation by Water, join Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the water cremation process. Do you know your loved ones’ wishes? Afterlife care offers more than one option, and water cremation provides an environmental benefit. Water cremation uses 1/10th the energy of a flame cremation, with no […]

Sarah Brass, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing at Encore Village, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss senior living at Encore Village. Sarah explains how members can stay independent in the Encore Village apartments while getting the help they need. She also highlights their amenities like restaurants, a bar, a dog park, a […]

Attorney Eileen Kerlin Walsh of Kerlin Walsh Law joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss estate planning. Eileen shares her journey as a lawyer, answers listener questions, and explains who needs a trust versus a will. For more information, visit kerlinwalshlaw.com.

Marcia Kissane, Vice President of Operations, and Lisa Skopick, the Vice President of Clinical Services at Home Care Experts, join Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The trio discusses how they provide additional in-home support and help patients transition from the hospital back home. Marcia and Lisa discuss wound care, caregiver training, and helping patients […]

Tammy Bilek, owner of Honoring Aging and a Certified Senior Move Manager, joins Jon Hansen to talk about downsizing. Honoring Aging helps you relocate, age in place, and let go of what you don’t need. Tammy and Jon answer listener questions about parents not wanting to downsize, suggestions on shrinking collections, and when to get rid […]

Ted Rossman, Principal Consumer Finance Analyst at Money Management International, joins Jon Hansen to discuss credit card management and how to avoid damaging your credit score. The duo discusses how consumers are still spending and how the credit card charge-off rate is nearly the same as the unemployment rate. For more information on how Ted and […]