Your Money Matters with Jon Hansen https://wgnradio.com en-US (c) WGN Radio, All Rights Reserved The Your Money Matters with Jon Hansen Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:48:45 +0000 hourly 1 wgnradio.com no WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning WGN - Your Money Matters The Your Money Matters Podcast from 720 WGN dmarzullo@wgnradio.comwgnradio.com Tom Fortino: Inflation is a thief that no one is immune from Tom Fortino: Inflation is a thief that no one is immune from Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to talk about inflation, social security, and AI trade.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3067839 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:48:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to talk about inflation, social security, and AI trade. TUNE IN to WGN Radio and listen to The Alpha Wealth Hour on Sundays at 7 AM. Catch up on previous episodes on WGNRadio.com, and subscribe […]wgnradio.comTom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to talk about inflation, social security, and AI trade. TUNE IN to WGN Radio and listen to The Alpha Wealth Hour on Sundays at 7 AM. Catch up on previous episodes on WGNRadio.com, and subscribe […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Build-A-Biz financial literacy lesson: 50/30/20 rule Build-A-Biz financial literacy lesson: 50/30/20 rule Idhant Ranjant joins us for our first Build-A-Biz financial literacy lesson! Idhant breaks down the 50/30/20 rule: allocating 50% to needs, 30% to wants, and 20% to savings. Plus, Jon and Idhant talk about why a high-yield savings account in a credit union is a smart money move.

Build-A-Biz is a student-led financial literacy nonprofit that teaches students the basics of finances. For more information, visit buildabiz.net

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3067781 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 02:28:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Idhant Ranjant joins us for our first Build-A-Biz financial literacy lesson! Idhant breaks down the 50/30/20 rule: allocating 50% to needs, 30% to wants, and 20% to savings. Plus, Jon and Idhant talk about why a high-yield savings account in a credit union is a smart money move. Build-A-Biz is a student-led financial literacy nonprofit […]wgnradio.comIdhant Ranjant joins us for our first Build-A-Biz financial literacy lesson! Idhant breaks down the 50/30/20 rule: allocating 50% to needs, 30% to wants, and 20% to savings. Plus, Jon and Idhant talk about why a high-yield savings account in a credit union is a smart money move. Build-A-Biz is a student-led financial literacy nonprofit […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning TJ Stearns: Making sure you are covered for natural fluctuations in the market TJ Stearns: Making sure you are covered for natural fluctuations in the market Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss inflation and what stocks you should be looking at for your portfolio. Plus, Tim shares how to prepare for market fluctuations. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3066714 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:21:35 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss inflation and what stocks you should be looking at for your portfolio. Plus, Tim shares how to prepare for market fluctuations. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss inflation and what stocks you should be looking at for your portfolio. Plus, Tim shares how to prepare for market fluctuations. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning GLCU is celebrating 100 years of the Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union GLCU is celebrating 100 years of the Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss the 100-year anniversary of Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union and the partnership they have with GLCU. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3066710 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:14:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss the 100-year anniversary of Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union and the partnership they have with GLCU. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.wgnradio.comSteve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss the 100-year anniversary of Chicago Municipal Employees Credit Union and the partnership they have with GLCU. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Front Porch Report with Lenny Feil: 3 must-do’s before you sell your house Front Porch Report with Lenny Feil: 3 must-do’s before you sell your house Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares what you should do to your home before putting it on the market. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3065683 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:15:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares what you should do to your home before putting it on the market. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.wgnradio.comLenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares what you should do to your home before putting it on the market. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Max Armstrong discusses the New World screwworm and the potential impact on beef prices Max Armstrong discusses the New World screwworm and the potential impact on beef prices Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen to talk about screwworms and how they can cause beef prices to rise. Plus, the two chat about how rain is a welcome sight for farmers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3065714 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:11:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen to talk about screwworms and how they can cause beef prices to rise. Plus, the two chat about how rain is a welcome sight for farmers.wgnradio.comFormer WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen to talk about screwworms and how they can cause beef prices to rise. Plus, the two chat about how rain is a welcome sight for farmers.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Women are making more than ever before and they should be investing Women are making more than ever before and they should be investing Where are you with your finances, and where do you want to be? Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic on Your Money Matters. In this episode, Sophia Yudkowsky, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, talks about equality in the household when it comes to investing. Sophia explains the differences in investing styles between genders and how risks are calculated.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3065473 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:05:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Where are you with your finances, and where do you want to be? Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic on Your Money Matters. In this episode, Sophia Yudkowsky, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, talks about equality in the household when it comes to investing. Sophia explains […]wgnradio.comWhere are you with your finances, and where do you want to be? Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic on Your Money Matters. In this episode, Sophia Yudkowsky, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, talks about equality in the household when it comes to investing. Sophia explains […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Your Money Matters: College student databases being hacked and the growing need for security guards at data centers Your Money Matters: College student databases being hacked and the growing need for security guards at data centers On this airing of Your Money Matters:

Certified fraud examiner, Professor at Governors State University, and expert on all things fraud, William Kresse, joins Jon Hansen to discuss Facebook disabling accounts for scammers.

Tim Paradis, a Future-of-work correspondent at Business Insider, joins to discuss the need for guards at data centers and how much companies are willing to pay.

Plus, Jon asks the question of the day!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3062711 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:07:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)On this airing of Your Money Matters: Certified fraud examiner, Professor at Governors State University, and expert on all things fraud, William Kresse, joins Jon Hansen to discuss Facebook disabling accounts for scammers. Tim Paradis, a Future-of-work correspondent at Business Insider, joins to discuss the need for guards at data centers and how much companies are willing […]wgnradio.comOn this airing of Your Money Matters: Certified fraud examiner, Professor at Governors State University, and expert on all things fraud, William Kresse, joins Jon Hansen to discuss Facebook disabling accounts for scammers. Tim Paradis, a Future-of-work correspondent at Business Insider, joins to discuss the need for guards at data centers and how much companies are willing […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Get ready for a summer bummer with air travel and vacations Get ready for a summer bummer with air travel and vacations Robert W. Mann Jr., Airline Industry Analyst and Consultant at R.W. Mann & Company, joins Jon Hansen to discuss why air travel will be more expensive this summer.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3061638 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:07:12 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Robert W. Mann Jr., Airline Industry Analyst and Consultant at R.W. Mann & Company, joins Jon Hansen to discuss why air travel will be more expensive this summer.wgnradio.comRobert W. Mann Jr., Airline Industry Analyst and Consultant at R.W. Mann & Company, joins Jon Hansen to discuss why air travel will be more expensive this summer.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning American adults hit new bottom in basic financial knowledge American adults hit new bottom in basic financial knowledge Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. On topics like spending, borrowing, investing, and retirement, US adults correctly answered only 47% of questions on the TIAA Institute’s 2026 test. Craig breaks down why that is and how money values can transcend generations. Plus, oil prices and SpaceX stocks. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3061626 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:31:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. On topics like spending, borrowing, investing, and retirement, US adults correctly answered only 47% of questions on the TIAA Institute’s 2026 test. Craig breaks down why that is and how money values can transcend […]wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. On topics like spending, borrowing, investing, and retirement, US adults correctly answered only 47% of questions on the TIAA Institute’s 2026 test. Craig breaks down why that is and how money values can transcend […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning ElliQ is the robot companion helping with health and everyday independence ElliQ is the robot companion helping with health and everyday independence Meet the AI robot companion that helps with healthcare needs and more. Assaf Gad, General Manager and Chief Strategy Officer at Intuition Robotics, joins Jon Hansen to talk about ElliQ. Assaf shares how ElliQ forms conversations around your needs. Whether it’s helping with medication, social isolation, or daily tasks, it makes every day easier and more enjoyable. For more information, visit elliq.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3060395 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:03:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Meet the AI robot companion that helps with healthcare needs and more. Assaf Gad, General Manager and Chief Strategy Officer at Intuition Robotics, joins Jon Hansen to talk about ElliQ. Assaf shares how ElliQ forms conversations around your needs. Whether it’s helping with medication, social isolation, or daily tasks, it makes every day easier and more […]wgnradio.comMeet the AI robot companion that helps with healthcare needs and more. Assaf Gad, General Manager and Chief Strategy Officer at Intuition Robotics, joins Jon Hansen to talk about ElliQ. Assaf shares how ElliQ forms conversations around your needs. Whether it’s helping with medication, social isolation, or daily tasks, it makes every day easier and more […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Who can practice law? The answer may surprise you Who can practice law? The answer may surprise you Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain why you can’t be the source of legal help if you are not a lawyer yourself. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3059463 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:42:31 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain why you can’t be the source of legal help if you are not a lawyer yourself. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.wgnradio.comDave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain why you can’t be the source of legal help if you are not a lawyer yourself. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Front Porch Report with Lenny Feil: Chicago is still a sellers market Front Porch Report with Lenny Feil: Chicago is still a sellers market Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares why selling your home now might be the smartest move you make this year. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3059454 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:39:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares why selling your home now might be the smartest move you make this year. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.wgnradio.comLenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares why selling your home now might be the smartest move you make this year. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Equality in the household when it comes to investing Equality in the household when it comes to investing Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic on Your Money Matters. In this episode, Sophia Yudkowsky, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen to talk about equality in the household when it comes to investing. On average, women live longer than men, they are now working more than ever before, and Sophia talks about building confidence and encouraging women to invest.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3059423 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:32:24 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Every Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic on Your Money Matters. In this episode, Sophia Yudkowsky, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen to talk about equality in the household when it comes to investing. On average, women live longer than men, they are now […]wgnradio.comEvery Monday, Jon Hansen is joined by a specialist from Mesirow to discuss a different financial topic on Your Money Matters. In this episode, Sophia Yudkowsky, Vice President and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen to talk about equality in the household when it comes to investing. On average, women live longer than men, they are now […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What’s it worth? Baseball cards, Beanie Babies and autographs What’s it worth? Baseball cards, Beanie Babies and autographs Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about items that could be worth money. Listeners ask about Mickey Mantle autographs, Beanie Babies, and oil paintings. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3056622 Fri, 29 May 2026 00:33:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about items that could be worth money. Listeners ask about Mickey Mantle autographs, Beanie Babies, and oil paintings. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600wgnradio.comBrian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about items that could be worth money. Listeners ask about Mickey Mantle autographs, Beanie Babies, and oil paintings. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Shrader’s Goods hit with cease-and-desist for selling firefighter-themed clothing Shrader’s Goods hit with cease-and-desist for selling firefighter-themed clothing Shrader’s Goods, which specializes in Chicago firefighter-themed clothing and merchandise, was sent a cease-and-desist letter by the city for selling items “confusingly similar to the City Logos.” Erin Russell of The Russell Firm joins Jon Hansen to talk about this story and break down whether the city has a case. If you have a copyright or trademark case you need help with, call 312-994-2424.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3056584 Fri, 29 May 2026 00:27:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Shrader’s Goods, which specializes in Chicago firefighter-themed clothing and merchandise, was sent a cease-and-desist letter by the city for selling items “confusingly similar to the City Logos.” Erin Russell of The Russell Firm joins Jon Hansen to talk about this story and break down whether the city has a case. If you have a copyright or trademark […]wgnradio.comShrader’s Goods, which specializes in Chicago firefighter-themed clothing and merchandise, was sent a cease-and-desist letter by the city for selling items “confusingly similar to the City Logos.” Erin Russell of The Russell Firm joins Jon Hansen to talk about this story and break down whether the city has a case. If you have a copyright or trademark […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Ride the Sainte Genevieve and explore Ottawa Ride the Sainte Genevieve and explore Ottawa Donna Reynolds, Tourism Operations Manager for Ottawa Visitors Center, joins Jon Hansen to talk about future events that listeners can look forward to in Ottawa.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3056540 Fri, 29 May 2026 00:13:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Donna Reynolds, Tourism Operations Manager for Ottawa Visitors Center, joins Jon Hansen to talk about future events that listeners can look forward to in Ottawa.wgnradio.comDonna Reynolds, Tourism Operations Manager for Ottawa Visitors Center, joins Jon Hansen to talk about future events that listeners can look forward to in Ottawa.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What jobs are at risk of being taken over by AI? What jobs are at risk of being taken over by AI? Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how AI is affecting the workplace. Is Claude helping or hindering employees? Patrick and Jon chat about this and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3055346 Thu, 28 May 2026 23:08:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how AI is affecting the workplace. Is Claude helping or hindering employees? Patrick and Jon chat about this and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.wgnradio.comPatrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how AI is affecting the workplace. Is Claude helping or hindering employees? Patrick and Jon chat about this and more. For more information, visit www.contidolanlaw.com or call 312-332-7800.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Craig Bolanos: Trump accounts app goes live tomorrow Craig Bolanos: Trump accounts app goes live tomorrow Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The Trump account app goes live, oil prices, and how the Middle East conflict is affecting the markets. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3055349 Wed, 27 May 2026 23:35:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The Trump account app goes live, oil prices, and how the Middle East conflict is affecting the markets. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The Trump account app goes live, oil prices, and how the Middle East conflict is affecting the markets. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning TJ Stearns: ‘What if’ scenarios in retirement TJ Stearns: ‘What if’ scenarios in retirement Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss planning for retirement and Roth options. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3054345 Tue, 26 May 2026 23:58:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss planning for retirement and Roth options. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss planning for retirement and Roth options. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Settling an estate and planning for retirement with Mesirow Settling an estate and planning for retirement with Mesirow Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. The two talk about getting ready for retirement and settling an estate. Visit www.mesirow.com for more information.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3054162 Tue, 26 May 2026 23:02:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. The two talk about getting ready for retirement and settling an estate. Visit www.mesirow.com for more information.wgnradio.comRebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. The two talk about getting ready for retirement and settling an estate. Visit www.mesirow.com for more information.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The surprising reason landlords are saying ‘Yes’ The surprising reason landlords are saying ‘Yes’ Jon Hansen is joined by James Rodriguez, Senior Real Estate Reporter at Business Insider, to discuss why renters have more power in today’s market and how landlords are cutting deals to keep tenants from moving out. James explains how a glut of new apartments, softening rents, and added concessions like free months or flat renewals are reshaping negotiations.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3051051 Fri, 22 May 2026 00:05:49 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Jon Hansen is joined by James Rodriguez, Senior Real Estate Reporter at Business Insider, to discuss why renters have more power in today’s market and how landlords are cutting deals to keep tenants from moving out. James explains how a glut of new apartments, softening rents, and added concessions like free months or flat renewals […]wgnradio.comJon Hansen is joined by James Rodriguez, Senior Real Estate Reporter at Business Insider, to discuss why renters have more power in today’s market and how landlords are cutting deals to keep tenants from moving out. James explains how a glut of new apartments, softening rents, and added concessions like free months or flat renewals […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Great Lakes Credit Union: What Illinois’ IFPA Means for Your Wallet Great Lakes Credit Union: What Illinois’ IFPA Means for Your Wallet Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA) and what it means for consumers and community financial institutions. Steve explains what interchange fees are, why the new Illinois law is problematic for credit unions and community banks, and how it could ultimately impact fraud prevention and consumer costs. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3051026 Thu, 21 May 2026 23:47:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA) and what it means for consumers and community financial institutions. Steve explains what interchange fees are, why the new Illinois law is problematic for credit unions and community banks, and how it could ultimately […]wgnradio.comSteve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss Illinois Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA) and what it means for consumers and community financial institutions. Steve explains what interchange fees are, why the new Illinois law is problematic for credit unions and community banks, and how it could ultimately […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Green Grease turns cooking oil into biodiesel fuel Green Grease turns cooking oil into biodiesel fuel 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. Tony Demma, Owner of Green Grease, joins them to share how they participated in the Clean Energy Incubator Program and how they process used cooking oil into biodiesel fuel. Tony talks about how they pick up oil from businesses for free and even offer rebates to high-volume locations. If you’re interested in any of the programs Innovation DuPage offers, visit www.innovationdupage.org/programs for more information.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3049785 Thu, 21 May 2026 00:07:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)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. Tony Demma, Owner of Green Grease, joins them to share how they participated in the Clean Energy Incubator Program and how they process used cooking oil into biodiesel fuel. Tony talks about […]wgnradio.comManaging Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. Tony Demma, Owner of Green Grease, joins them to share how they participated in the Clean Energy Incubator Program and how they process used cooking oil into biodiesel fuel. Tony talks about […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Mall brands are styling celebs expecting more shoppers Mall brands are styling celebs expecting more shoppers Faran Krentcil, Business of Fashion columnist and founder of fashionista.com, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss brands creating custom red carpet looks. Why create the pieces and not make them available for purchase? What are companies expecting from red carpet looks? Faran answers these questions and more! To stay up to date on everything fashion, follow Faran on www.hifaran.com or Instagram @farankrentcil

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3048637 Wed, 20 May 2026 02:11:34 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Faran Krentcil, Business of Fashion columnist and founder of fashionista.com, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss brands creating custom red carpet looks. Why create the pieces and not make them available for purchase? What are companies expecting from red carpet looks? Faran answers these questions and more! To stay up to date on […]wgnradio.comFaran Krentcil, Business of Fashion columnist and founder of fashionista.com, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss brands creating custom red carpet looks. Why create the pieces and not make them available for purchase? What are companies expecting from red carpet looks? Faran answers these questions and more! To stay up to date on […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Chicago’s 75-year parking concession contract now belongs to New York firm Chicago’s 75-year parking concession contract now belongs to New York firm Justin Laurence, Reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how a private equity firm has made a deal to obtain ownership of Chicago’s 75-year parking concession contract.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3048632 Wed, 20 May 2026 02:02:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Justin Laurence, Reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how a private equity firm has made a deal to obtain ownership of Chicago’s 75-year parking concession contract.wgnradio.comJustin Laurence, Reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how a private equity firm has made a deal to obtain ownership of Chicago’s 75-year parking concession contract.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Mesirow Monday: Caregivers, passwords and document access Mesirow Monday: Caregivers, passwords and document access Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. The two talk about the importance of having a safe space to house all of your important documents and keeping them organized. Make sure you are ready for retirement or an emergency with Mesirow. Visit www.mesirow.com for more information.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3047501 Mon, 18 May 2026 23:32:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. The two talk about the importance of having a safe space to house all of your important documents and keeping them organized. Make sure you are ready for retirement or an emergency with Mesirow. Visit www.mesirow.com for more […]wgnradio.comRebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. The two talk about the importance of having a safe space to house all of your important documents and keeping them organized. Make sure you are ready for retirement or an emergency with Mesirow. Visit www.mesirow.com for more […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning More women are becoming homeowners but is that a dealbreaker in the dating market? More women are becoming homeowners but is that a dealbreaker in the dating market? Some women are frequently torn down when they outearn their partners. Author of THE AMBITION PENALTY: How Corporate Culture Tells Women to Step Up — and Then Pushes Them Down, Stefanie O’Connell, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the disconnection between financial success and gender roles in the dating world.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3044521 Fri, 15 May 2026 05:03:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Some women are frequently torn down when they outearn their partners. Author of THE AMBITION PENALTY: How Corporate Culture Tells Women to Step Up — and Then Pushes Them Down, Stefanie O’Connell, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the disconnection between financial success and gender roles in the dating world.wgnradio.comSome women are frequently torn down when they outearn their partners. Author of THE AMBITION PENALTY: How Corporate Culture Tells Women to Step Up — and Then Pushes Them Down, Stefanie O’Connell, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the disconnection between financial success and gender roles in the dating world.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What’s it worth? | Celebrities on Wheaties boxes and original paintings What’s it worth? | Celebrities on Wheaties boxes and original paintings 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 a pearl necklace or Michael Jordan memorabilia? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3044781 Fri, 15 May 2026 04:55:02 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.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 a pearl necklace or Michael Jordan memorabilia? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or […]wgnradio.comBrian 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 a pearl necklace or Michael Jordan memorabilia? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Deep Roots Native Nursery: Growing native plants in your backyard Deep Roots Native Nursery: Growing native plants in your backyard Jake Hayes, owner of Deep Roots Native Nursery, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how he started growing native plants. With over 7,000 plants in his inventory, Jake is hoping to bring more native plants to our area. Jake shares his goal of working with plants full-time, his work in habitat restoration, and more. For more information, follow Jake on Instagram and TikTok @deeprootsnn.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2898429 Fri, 15 May 2026 04:46:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Jake Hayes, owner of Deep Roots Native Nursery, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how he started growing native plants. With over 7,000 plants in his inventory, Jake is hoping to bring more native plants to our area. Jake shares his goal of working with plants full-time, his work in habitat restoration, and more. For […]wgnradio.comJake Hayes, owner of Deep Roots Native Nursery, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how he started growing native plants. With over 7,000 plants in his inventory, Jake is hoping to bring more native plants to our area. Jake shares his goal of working with plants full-time, his work in habitat restoration, and more. For […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Craig Bolanos: The S&P 500 rose 0.6% Craig Bolanos: The S&P 500 rose 0.6% Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The Nasdaq hits record highs, Kevin Warsh is confirmed as the new Fed chair as inflation is kicking higher, and credit card delinquencies are high. Jon and Craig break down these topics and more. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2898408 Thu, 14 May 2026 01:51:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The Nasdaq hits record highs, Kevin Warsh is confirmed as the new Fed chair as inflation is kicking higher, and credit card delinquencies are high. Jon and Craig break down these topics and more. […]wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. The Nasdaq hits record highs, Kevin Warsh is confirmed as the new Fed chair as inflation is kicking higher, and credit card delinquencies are high. Jon and Craig break down these topics and more. […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Tim Stearns: Sequence-of-returns risk  Tim Stearns: Sequence-of-returns risk  Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what happens if the market drops right after you retire. Tim talks about the importance of having a financial plan and breaks down why longevity risk is the biggest retirement risk out there. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2897222 Wed, 13 May 2026 00:34:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what happens if the market drops right after you retire. Tim talks about the importance of having a financial plan and breaks down why longevity risk is the biggest retirement risk out there. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what happens if the market drops right after you retire. Tim talks about the importance of having a financial plan and breaks down why longevity risk is the biggest retirement risk out there. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Build-A-Biz: Financial literacy from Illinois to Zambia Build-A-Biz: Financial literacy from Illinois to Zambia Build-A-Biz is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial literacy education to students from Kindergarten to young adults. Two of the minds behind the organization join Jon on Your Money Matters. Students Idhant Ranjan and Ankita Senapati share how Build-A-Biz got started. The duo shares how they give classes twice a week, their work in Zambia, and the curriculum they are structured around. For more information, visit buildabiz.net.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2897220 Wed, 13 May 2026 00:15:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Build-A-Biz is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial literacy education to students from Kindergarten to young adults. Two of the minds behind the organization join Jon on Your Money Matters. Students Idhant Ranjan and Ankita Senapati share how Build-A-Biz got started. The duo shares how they give classes twice a week, their work in […]wgnradio.comBuild-A-Biz is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing financial literacy education to students from Kindergarten to young adults. Two of the minds behind the organization join Jon on Your Money Matters. Students Idhant Ranjan and Ankita Senapati share how Build-A-Biz got started. The duo shares how they give classes twice a week, their work in […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Max Armstrong: Farmers might look to side hustles to support themselves Max Armstrong: Farmers might look to side hustles to support themselves Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest in agriculture news. Max and Jon talk about diesel prices, fertilizer, and what Max predicts for the world of farming in the future months.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2897227 Tue, 12 May 2026 23:49:38 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Former WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest in agriculture news. Max and Jon talk about diesel prices, fertilizer, and what Max predicts for the world of farming in the future months.wgnradio.comFormer WGN agri-business broadcaster Max Armstrong joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest in agriculture news. Max and Jon talk about diesel prices, fertilizer, and what Max predicts for the world of farming in the future months.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Avride self-driving cars under investigation after crashes Avride self-driving cars under investigation after crashes Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how Avride, Uber’s partner, is under investigation for crashes involving their driverless cars. To read more stories that Sean has covered, visit techcrunch.com/author/sean-okane/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2896278 Tue, 12 May 2026 00:38:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how Avride, Uber’s partner, is under investigation for crashes involving their driverless cars. To read more stories that Sean has covered, visit techcrunch.com/author/sean-okane/.wgnradio.comSean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how Avride, Uber’s partner, is under investigation for crashes involving their driverless cars. To read more stories that Sean has covered, visit techcrunch.com/author/sean-okane/.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Dave Schlueter: Joint tenancy with right of survivorship Dave Schlueter: Joint tenancy with right of survivorship Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain joint tenancy with right of survivorship and what you should know about it. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2896260 Tue, 12 May 2026 00:06:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain joint tenancy with right of survivorship and what you should know about it. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.wgnradio.comDave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to explain joint tenancy with right of survivorship and what you should know about it. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Making medical decisions for your child when they are over the age of 18 Making medical decisions for your child when they are over the age of 18 Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. Once your child turns 18, you can’t make medical decisions for them. Rebecca talks about the importance of having a power of attorney for health decisions in case something happens to your child.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2896236 Mon, 11 May 2026 23:15:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. Once your child turns 18, you can’t make medical decisions for them. Rebecca talks about the importance of having a power of attorney for health decisions in case something happens to your child.wgnradio.comRebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday. Once your child turns 18, you can’t make medical decisions for them. Rebecca talks about the importance of having a power of attorney for health decisions in case something happens to your child.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Getting sued after thinking student loans were paid Getting sued after thinking student loans were paid Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law joins Jon Hansen to discuss the story of a borrower who received a letter stating her loans had been paid off, then received a lawsuit from the company to collect her full balance. Plus, Rae shares the changes coming to Parent PLUS loan borrowers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2889954 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:08:13 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law joins Jon Hansen to discuss the story of a borrower who received a letter stating her loans had been paid off, then received a lawsuit from the company to collect her full balance. Plus, Rae shares the changes coming to Parent PLUS loan borrowers.wgnradio.comRae Kaplan of Kaplan Law joins Jon Hansen to discuss the story of a borrower who received a letter stating her loans had been paid off, then received a lawsuit from the company to collect her full balance. Plus, Rae shares the changes coming to Parent PLUS loan borrowers.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Bankrate: What is carrying the markets? Bankrate: What is carrying the markets? Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers plus the opportunity for prospective buyers based on current prices. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2889969 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:05:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers plus the opportunity for prospective buyers based on current prices. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.wgnradio.comStephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers plus the opportunity for prospective buyers based on current prices. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Waiting for lower rates might cost you in the long run Waiting for lower rates might cost you in the long run Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about hidden inventory and private listings. Steve shares how waiting for lower rates might cost buyers, as the market will be flooded with buyers and home prices will rise. Plus, Steve shares the mistakes buyers are making and how to avoid them. For more information, visit emarquettebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2882785 Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about hidden inventory and private listings. Steve shares how waiting for lower rates might cost buyers, as the market will be flooded with buyers and home prices will rise. Plus, Steve shares the mistakes buyers are […]wgnradio.comSteve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about hidden inventory and private listings. Steve shares how waiting for lower rates might cost buyers, as the market will be flooded with buyers and home prices will rise. Plus, Steve shares the mistakes buyers are […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The future of shopping: Digital price tags The future of shopping: Digital price tags Dominick Reuter, Senior Retail Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how Walmart is using digital price tags and how both customers and workers are reacting to them.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2886977 Tue, 05 May 2026 02:34:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dominick Reuter, Senior Retail Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how Walmart is using digital price tags and how both customers and workers are reacting to them.wgnradio.comDominick Reuter, Senior Retail Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how Walmart is using digital price tags and how both customers and workers are reacting to them.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Gifting your kids money while you’re still alive Gifting your kids money while you’re still alive Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday to discuss gifting. The two talk about gifting your children money for a down payment, tax hits, and where things can get complicated. Rebecca and Jon talk about how to make the best decision if you want to help out your children.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2886954 Tue, 05 May 2026 00:15:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday to discuss gifting. The two talk about gifting your children money for a down payment, tax hits, and where things can get complicated. Rebecca and Jon talk about how to make the best decision if you want […]wgnradio.comRebecca J. Solomon, Senior Vice President and Estate Planning Specialist at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Mesirow Monday to discuss gifting. The two talk about gifting your children money for a down payment, tax hits, and where things can get complicated. Rebecca and Jon talk about how to make the best decision if you want […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning An autographed Michael Jordan jersey worth thousands of dollars An autographed Michael Jordan jersey worth thousands of dollars Bears footballs, Michael Jordan autographed jerseys, and sterling silver. Your items could be worth a lot of money. Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about these items and more! Visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get your item appraised in person, go to Americash Jewelry and Coin Buyers (16 W. Ogden Ave) in Westmont.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2884161 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:33:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Bears footballs, Michael Jordan autographed jerseys, and sterling silver. Your items could be worth a lot of money. Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about these items and more! Visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get your item appraised in person, go to Americash Jewelry and Coin Buyers (16 W. Ogden […]wgnradio.comBears footballs, Michael Jordan autographed jerseys, and sterling silver. Your items could be worth a lot of money. Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about these items and more! Visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get your item appraised in person, go to Americash Jewelry and Coin Buyers (16 W. Ogden […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Ask a Plumber: Water heaters with sediment  Ask a Plumber: Water heaters with sediment  It’s time to “Ask a Plumber.” Center Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins Jon Hansen to answer listener questions about replacing toilets, water heaters, and ice makers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2884138 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:27:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s time to “Ask a Plumber.” Center Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins Jon Hansen to answer listener questions about replacing toilets, water heaters, and ice makers.wgnradio.comIt’s time to “Ask a Plumber.” Center Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins Jon Hansen to answer listener questions about replacing toilets, water heaters, and ice makers.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Your Hometown: Elburn Chamber of Commerce Your Hometown: Elburn Chamber of Commerce Susan Anderson, Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Elburn Chamber of Commerce, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the hometown of Elburn. Building business and building friendship, Susan talks about what growing businesses would thrive in Elburn.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2882737 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:22:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Susan Anderson, Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Elburn Chamber of Commerce, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the hometown of Elburn. Building business and building friendship, Susan talks about what growing businesses would thrive in Elburn.wgnradio.comSusan Anderson, Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Elburn Chamber of Commerce, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the hometown of Elburn. Building business and building friendship, Susan talks about what growing businesses would thrive in Elburn.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Republic Bank: A plan, a partner, and patience to achieve your financial goals Republic Bank: A plan, a partner, and patience to achieve your financial goals Knowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about working towards your financial goals. Plus, the importance of giving yourself grace and how we can all learn something by starting small. For more info, visit republicebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2882827 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:19:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Knowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about working towards your financial goals. Plus, the importance of giving yourself grace and how we can all learn something by starting small. For more info, visit […]wgnradio.comKnowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about working towards your financial goals. Plus, the importance of giving yourself grace and how we can all learn something by starting small. For more info, visit […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The Tag Outlet: Creating products to enhance your lifestyle The Tag Outlet: Creating products to enhance your lifestyle Chuck Fraelich, President of Tag Outlet, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their returning tent sale this weekend. Chuck talks about how Tag managed tariffs over the past year and how they strategized to continue sourcing unique pieces for their shop. Plus, Chuck shares the type of brand Tag is creating, what their designers look for, and the process for choosing items that speak to buyers. Shop the tent sale at 3310 North Elston in the parking lot on the corner of Elston & Sacramento—Friday, May 1st  – Sunday, May 3rd from 10 am to 6 pm. For updates, follow Tag Outlet on Facebook www.facebook.com/thetagoutlet/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2882841 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:16:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chuck Fraelich, President of Tag Outlet, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their returning tent sale this weekend. Chuck talks about how Tag managed tariffs over the past year and how they strategized to continue sourcing unique pieces for their shop. Plus, Chuck shares the type of brand Tag is creating, what their […]wgnradio.comChuck Fraelich, President of Tag Outlet, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about their returning tent sale this weekend. Chuck talks about how Tag managed tariffs over the past year and how they strategized to continue sourcing unique pieces for their shop. Plus, Chuck shares the type of brand Tag is creating, what their […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Beating the heat with Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning Beating the heat with Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning Gil Wagner, Operations Manager at Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning, talks about getting homes ready for the summer heat. Gil answers questions about putting filters in vents, having upper-level exhaust fans, and more! Listeners call in to ‘Ask the HVAC expert.’ For more information on Doornbos, visit doornbos.com. Mention WGN Radio, and you’ll get $50 off your Spring A/C tune-up and cleaning!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881587 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:44:03 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Gil Wagner, Operations Manager at Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning, talks about getting homes ready for the summer heat. Gil answers questions about putting filters in vents, having upper-level exhaust fans, and more! Listeners call in to ‘Ask the HVAC expert.’ For more information on Doornbos, visit doornbos.com. Mention WGN Radio, and you’ll get $50 […]wgnradio.comGil Wagner, Operations Manager at Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning, talks about getting homes ready for the summer heat. Gil answers questions about putting filters in vents, having upper-level exhaust fans, and more! Listeners call in to ‘Ask the HVAC expert.’ For more information on Doornbos, visit doornbos.com. Mention WGN Radio, and you’ll get $50 […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Now is the time to put money away for retirement Now is the time to put money away for retirement Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss IRAs and how converting now can help reduce the size of your traditional IRA, which in turn lowers your required minimum distributions later. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881625 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:30:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss IRAs and how converting now can help reduce the size of your traditional IRA, which in turn lowers your required minimum distributions later. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss IRAs and how converting now can help reduce the size of your traditional IRA, which in turn lowers your required minimum distributions later. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Why buying and selling a home in the same day might not be a good idea Why buying and selling a home in the same day might not be a good idea Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why back-to-back closings might not benefit you. Dave shares what the alternative is and why it might work better for the buyer and seller. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2880455 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:08:49 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why back-to-back closings might not benefit you. Dave shares what the alternative is and why it might work better for the buyer and seller. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.wgnradio.comDave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why back-to-back closings might not benefit you. Dave shares what the alternative is and why it might work better for the buyer and seller. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Meta wants to get solar power from space Meta wants to get solar power from space Tim Fernholz, Senior Reporter, TechCrunch, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how Meta is investing in solar farms and is now looking to use satellites in space to get more power. Tim talks about how the process will work, how safe it will be, and the future of solar power.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2880500 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:56:48 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Fernholz, Senior Reporter, TechCrunch, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how Meta is investing in solar farms and is now looking to use satellites in space to get more power. Tim talks about how the process will work, how safe it will be, and the future of solar power.wgnradio.comTim Fernholz, Senior Reporter, TechCrunch, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how Meta is investing in solar farms and is now looking to use satellites in space to get more power. Tim talks about how the process will work, how safe it will be, and the future of solar power.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The importance of creating a death plan The importance of creating a death plan Should you have a death plan? What important information should you leave for your family members to prepare them for your passing? Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg shares how you should leave your family with the right plan and information upon your passing. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2880437 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:04:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Should you have a death plan? What important information should you leave for your family members to prepare them for your passing? Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg shares how you should leave your family with the right plan and information upon your passing. For […]wgnradio.comShould you have a death plan? What important information should you leave for your family members to prepare them for your passing? Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg shares how you should leave your family with the right plan and information upon your passing. For […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Meet the high school student who created a product to help with your travel Meet the high school student who created a product to help with your travel 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. They are joined by Noah Wrodarczyk of Roam Travel. Seventeen-year-old Noah won an Innovation DuPage pitch contest, where emerging entrepreneurs pitch their most promising business ideas to a panel of industry judges. The Roam Link is a compact luggage strap that secures your backpack, duffel bag, and other personal items to your carry-on. No more juggling your bags and your luggage, keep everything in one place and travel with ease. You can purchase the Roam Link here: roamtravel.us/products/roam-link.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2875997 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:56:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)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. They are joined by Noah Wrodarczyk of Roam Travel. Seventeen-year-old Noah won an Innovation DuPage pitch contest, where emerging entrepreneurs pitch their most promising business ideas to a panel of industry judges. The […]wgnradio.comManaging Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. They are joined by Noah Wrodarczyk of Roam Travel. Seventeen-year-old Noah won an Innovation DuPage pitch contest, where emerging entrepreneurs pitch their most promising business ideas to a panel of industry judges. The […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Republic Bank: An emergency fund can make all the difference Republic Bank: An emergency fund can make all the difference 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 and how to decide where to invest your money. The duo also discusses adding money to your retirement vs adding to your child’s college fund. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, go to republicebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2874919 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:08:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)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 and how to decide where to invest your money. The duo also discusses adding money to your retirement vs adding to your child’s college fund. To learn more tips […]wgnradio.comJack 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 and how to decide where to invest your money. The duo also discusses adding money to your retirement vs adding to your child’s college fund. To learn more tips […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Marquette Bank donates $80,000 to BEDS Plus to help create a transitional housing shelter Marquette Bank donates $80,000 to BEDS Plus to help create a transitional housing shelter Christie Cox, First VP Director of Neighborhood Commitment at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters! Christie talks about their commitment to neighborhoods and their focus on shelter, health, and wellness. Marquette Bank recently donated $80,000 in honor of its 80th anniversary to BEDS Plus, which is turning the Aloha Motel into a shelter to help unhoused people in the city get back on their feet. To learn more about Marquette, visit emarquettebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2874931 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:27:50 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Christie Cox, First VP Director of Neighborhood Commitment at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters! Christie talks about their commitment to neighborhoods and their focus on shelter, health, and wellness. Marquette Bank recently donated $80,000 in honor of its 80th anniversary to BEDS Plus, which is turning the Aloha Motel into a […]wgnradio.comChristie Cox, First VP Director of Neighborhood Commitment at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters! Christie talks about their commitment to neighborhoods and their focus on shelter, health, and wellness. Marquette Bank recently donated $80,000 in honor of its 80th anniversary to BEDS Plus, which is turning the Aloha Motel into a […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Tom Fortino on the benefits of health savings accounts Tom Fortino on the benefits of health savings accounts Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the triple tax benefits of an HSA account. Head over to the Alpha Wealth Group or give Tom a call today at 630-864-6711. In the meantime, tune into The Alpha Wealth Hour every Sunday at 7 a.m., right here on WGN Radio!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2875015 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:15:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the triple tax benefits of an HSA account. Head over to the Alpha Wealth Group or give Tom a call today at 630-864-6711. In the meantime, tune into The Alpha Wealth […]wgnradio.comTom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. The two discuss the triple tax benefits of an HSA account. Head over to the Alpha Wealth Group or give Tom a call today at 630-864-6711. In the meantime, tune into The Alpha Wealth […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The market is not the economy and vice versa The market is not the economy and vice versa Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the future of the markets. The duo chats about the labor market, rising prices, and current consumer sentiment. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2874896 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:08:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the future of the markets. The duo chats about the labor market, rising prices, and current consumer sentiment. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.wgnradio.comStephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the future of the markets. The duo chats about the labor market, rising prices, and current consumer sentiment. For more information about Stephen, visit www.bankrate.com/authors/stephen-kates.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Great Lakes Credit Union: Avoid becoming a victim of fraud Great Lakes Credit Union: Avoid becoming a victim of fraud Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss fraud. Steve shares how people can avoid falling victim to fraud, how senior citizens are being targeted, and what GLCU does to help prevent it. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2873954 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:13:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss fraud. Steve shares how people can avoid falling victim to fraud, how senior citizens are being targeted, and what GLCU does to help prevent it. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.wgnradio.comSteve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss fraud. Steve shares how people can avoid falling victim to fraud, how senior citizens are being targeted, and what GLCU does to help prevent it. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The Candy Hall of Fame makes Chicago its home starting in 2027 The Candy Hall of Fame makes Chicago its home starting in 2027 Teresa Tarantino, Executive Director of the NCSA, Candy Hall of Fame, and the Kettle Awards, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Teresa talks about how the Candy Hall of Fame Experience is coming to the Magnificent Mile in Chicago and why they chose downtown as the location. Teresa also shares what people can expect when they visit, from retail experiences to learning the history of some of our favorite candies. The Candy Hall of Fame Experience will be located at 830 N. Michigan Ave.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2873921 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:35:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Teresa Tarantino, Executive Director of the NCSA, Candy Hall of Fame, and the Kettle Awards, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Teresa talks about how the Candy Hall of Fame Experience is coming to the Magnificent Mile in Chicago and why they chose downtown as the location. Teresa also shares what people can expect […]wgnradio.comTeresa Tarantino, Executive Director of the NCSA, Candy Hall of Fame, and the Kettle Awards, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters. Teresa talks about how the Candy Hall of Fame Experience is coming to the Magnificent Mile in Chicago and why they chose downtown as the location. Teresa also shares what people can expect […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Mesirow Monday: Gaps in the caregiving plan Mesirow Monday: Gaps in the caregiving plan Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. What happens if you put together a caregiving plan and find you have a gap? Gregg talks about getting life insurance, planning where you need to live, and more. Visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow for more information.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2873916 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:05:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. What happens if you put together a caregiving plan and find you have a gap? Gregg talks about getting life insurance, planning where you need to live, and more. Visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow for more information.wgnradio.comDr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. What happens if you put together a caregiving plan and find you have a gap? Gregg talks about getting life insurance, planning where you need to live, and more. Visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow for more information.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning From fertility to menopause, Progyny offers comprehensive care for your employees From fertility to menopause, Progyny offers comprehensive care for your employees Pete Anevski, CEO of Progyny, joins Jon Hansen to talk about infertility and IVF treatment benefits in the workplace. Pete talks about what his company does and why employers should add fertility and family-building benefits to their healthcare plans. For more information, visit progyny.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2871030 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:22:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Pete Anevski, CEO of Progyny, joins Jon Hansen to talk about infertility and IVF treatment benefits in the workplace. Pete talks about what his company does and why employers should add fertility and family-building benefits to their healthcare plans. For more information, visit progyny.com.wgnradio.comPete Anevski, CEO of Progyny, joins Jon Hansen to talk about infertility and IVF treatment benefits in the workplace. Pete talks about what his company does and why employers should add fertility and family-building benefits to their healthcare plans. For more information, visit progyny.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What’s it worth? Tiffany wine glasses and ungraded baseball cards What’s it worth? Tiffany wine glasses and ungraded baseball cards Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about items that could be worth money. Ungraded baseball cards, bicentennial radios, and Tiffany wine glasses, Brian shares what these items are worth and more. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get your item appraised in person, head to  Americash Jewelry and Coin Buyers (16 W. Ogden Ave) in Westmont.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2871040 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:14:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about items that could be worth money. Ungraded baseball cards, bicentennial radios, and Tiffany wine glasses, Brian shares what these items are worth and more. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get […]wgnradio.comBrian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to talk about items that could be worth money. Ungraded baseball cards, bicentennial radios, and Tiffany wine glasses, Brian shares what these items are worth and more. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600. To get […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Will customers be getting refunds from Live Nation and TicketMaster? Will customers be getting refunds from Live Nation and TicketMaster? Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses the jury verdict in the Live Nation and Ticketmaster case, tariff refunds, and more. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2869879 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:07:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses the jury verdict in the Live Nation and Ticketmaster case, tariff refunds, and more. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses the jury verdict in the Live Nation and Ticketmaster case, tariff refunds, and more. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Smart borrowing with Republic Bank Smart borrowing with Republic Bank Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss smart borrowing. Everything from mortgages, car payments, and student loans, Jack talks about what you should know before asking for a loan. For more tips to get you on the right financial track, visit republicebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868877 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:25:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss smart borrowing. Everything from mortgages, car payments, and student loans, Jack talks about what you should know before asking for a loan. For more tips to get you on the right financial track, visit republicebank.com.wgnradio.comJack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss smart borrowing. Everything from mortgages, car payments, and student loans, Jack talks about what you should know before asking for a loan. For more tips to get you on the right financial track, visit republicebank.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Jeff Bezos is backing an electric vehicle startup Jeff Bezos is backing an electric vehicle startup Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how a Tesla factory in Texas shrunk it’s workforce by 22% last year. Plus, the impact that Elon Musk has had on Tesla sales, and how Jeff Bezos is backing an EV startup. For more of Sean’s stories, visit techcrunch.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868949 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:18:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Sean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how a Tesla factory in Texas shrunk it’s workforce by 22% last year. Plus, the impact that Elon Musk has had on Tesla sales, and how Jeff Bezos is backing an EV startup. For more of Sean’s stories, visit techcrunch.com.wgnradio.comSean O’Kane, Senior Reporter of Transportation at TechCrunch, joins Jon Hasen to discuss how a Tesla factory in Texas shrunk it’s workforce by 22% last year. Plus, the impact that Elon Musk has had on Tesla sales, and how Jeff Bezos is backing an EV startup. For more of Sean’s stories, visit techcrunch.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning If you can’t assemble it, someone at Taskrabbit can If you can’t assemble it, someone at Taskrabbit can Cleaning, assembling, home repairs, and more, someone at Taskrabbit can help you! Chris Ager, Chief Commercial Officer at Taskrabbit joins Jon Hansen to talk about how a tasker can help you with your home needs. Plus, Chris shares how people can sign up to become a tasker and the story of how they were acquired by IKEA. For more information, visit www.taskrabbit.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868890 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:03:13 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Cleaning, assembling, home repairs, and more, someone at Taskrabbit can help you! Chris Ager, Chief Commercial Officer at Taskrabbit joins Jon Hansen to talk about how a tasker can help you with your home needs. Plus, Chris shares how people can sign up to become a tasker and the story of how they were acquired […]wgnradio.comCleaning, assembling, home repairs, and more, someone at Taskrabbit can help you! Chris Ager, Chief Commercial Officer at Taskrabbit joins Jon Hansen to talk about how a tasker can help you with your home needs. Plus, Chris shares how people can sign up to become a tasker and the story of how they were acquired […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning TJ Stearns: Roth conversions and Medicare TJ Stearns: Roth conversions and Medicare Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss a recent couple that he helped with their financial plan. Tim talks about helping with Medicare and more. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2868938 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss a recent couple that he helped with their financial plan. Tim talks about helping with Medicare and more. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss a recent couple that he helped with their financial plan. Tim talks about helping with Medicare and more. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Say goodbye to a resume and say hello to an office trial run Say goodbye to a resume and say hello to an office trial run Amanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what companies are looking for from employees now. Amanda shares the changes she’s seeing in the job application process, how AI has changed what companies look for, and how a certain change can benefit both employees and employers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2867970 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:10:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Amanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what companies are looking for from employees now. Amanda shares the changes she’s seeing in the job application process, how AI has changed what companies look for, and how a certain change can benefit both employees and employers.wgnradio.comAmanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what companies are looking for from employees now. Amanda shares the changes she’s seeing in the job application process, how AI has changed what companies look for, and how a certain change can benefit both employees and employers.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning David Hochberg on market rates since the start of the Iran conflict David Hochberg on market rates since the start of the Iran conflict Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Jon Hansen to talk about mortgage rates since the start of the Iran conflict. The two also talk about buying behavior, equity that’s been gained, and more. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm on WGN Radio. You can call him at 855-56-David, or check out the Team Hochberg website.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2867931 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:47:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Jon Hansen to talk about mortgage rates since the start of the Iran conflict. The two also talk about buying behavior, equity that’s been gained, and more. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm on WGN Radio. You can call him […]wgnradio.comMortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Jon Hansen to talk about mortgage rates since the start of the Iran conflict. The two also talk about buying behavior, equity that’s been gained, and more. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10 am to 1 pm on WGN Radio. You can call him […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning It’s time to make a caregiving plan and Mesirow can help It’s time to make a caregiving plan and Mesirow can help Don’t be surprised or caught off guard; it’s time to put something into action. Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Greg shares how 50% of caregivers didn’t expect that responsibility in their lifetime. From long-term care insurance to moving to a state that offers better healthcare, Gregg shares how listeners can prepare if they become caregivers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2867896 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:10:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Don’t be surprised or caught off guard; it’s time to put something into action. Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Greg shares how 50% of caregivers didn’t expect that responsibility in their lifetime. From long-term care insurance to moving to a state that offers better […]wgnradio.comDon’t be surprised or caught off guard; it’s time to put something into action. Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Greg shares how 50% of caregivers didn’t expect that responsibility in their lifetime. From long-term care insurance to moving to a state that offers better […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Chicago-born artist Sarah Goone is elevating the way that notes are taken Chicago-born artist Sarah Goone is elevating the way that notes are taken Sarah Goone is a Chicago-born artist and founder of Radiant Eye Studio. She joins Jon Hansen to discuss what she does and how she stumbled into the creative platform. She also shares how her visual notes capture ideas as they happen and turn them into memorable, vibrant, shareable images. Sarah will be leading a community art workshop on Saturday, April 11, from 11 am-12:30 pm at The Storefront, which is located at 4051 Main Street. For more information, visit https://radianteyestudio.com/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2863908 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:15:46 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Sarah Goone is a Chicago-born artist and founder of Radiant Eye Studio. She joins Jon Hansen to discuss what she does and how she stumbled into the creative platform. She also shares how her visual notes capture ideas as they happen and turn them into memorable, vibrant, shareable images. Sarah will be leading a community […]wgnradio.comSarah Goone is a Chicago-born artist and founder of Radiant Eye Studio. She joins Jon Hansen to discuss what she does and how she stumbled into the creative platform. She also shares how her visual notes capture ideas as they happen and turn them into memorable, vibrant, shareable images. Sarah will be leading a community […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Why has the stock market remained resilient? Why has the stock market remained resilient? Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses why the markets have remained strong amid the turbulence. The two also discuss the TACO acronym that has been tied to the president. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2863890 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:33:48 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses why the markets have remained strong amid the turbulence. The two also discuss the TACO acronym that has been tied to the president. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig discusses why the markets have remained strong amid the turbulence. The two also discuss the TACO acronym that has been tied to the president. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Start saving now and thank yourself later Start saving now and thank yourself later Knowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why saving money is so hard. The duo talks about compound interest, the stock market’s return, and how starting to save now can benefit you in the future. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, go to republicebank.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2862638 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:07:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Knowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why saving money is so hard. The duo talks about compound interest, the stock market’s return, and how starting to save now can benefit you in the future. […]wgnradio.comKnowledge is power, and it’s Financial Literacy Month. Jack Nick, Director of Marketing & eCommerce for Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why saving money is so hard. The duo talks about compound interest, the stock market’s return, and how starting to save now can benefit you in the future. […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Mesirow: Talking health at family reunions can help you in retirement Mesirow: Talking health at family reunions can help you in retirement Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg talks about the season of family reunions and the important conversations that need to be had. Gregg shares how knowing your family’s health history can help you plan for retirement and better you health. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2861637 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:22:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg talks about the season of family reunions and the important conversations that need to be had. Gregg shares how knowing your family’s health history can help you plan for retirement and better you health. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call […]wgnradio.comDr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg talks about the season of family reunions and the important conversations that need to be had. Gregg shares how knowing your family’s health history can help you plan for retirement and better you health. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The National Franchise Show is the ultimate place to be if you want to own a business The National Franchise Show is the ultimate place to be if you want to own a business Fred Cox, President at National Event Management, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about The National Franchise Show. Fred talks about what to expect when you attend, that over 80 brands will be at the show, and that it’s the best place to research if you are interested in being a partner or owning a franchise yourself. The show is on Saturday, April 11th & Sunday, April 12th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. For a full schedule of 14 free seminars that will be available and other information, visit
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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2861663 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:15:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.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 what to expect when you attend, that over 80 brands will be at the show, and that it’s the best place to research if you are interested in being a partner or […]wgnradio.comFred Cox, President at National Event Management, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about The National Franchise Show. Fred talks about what to expect when you attend, that over 80 brands will be at the show, and that it’s the best place to research if you are interested in being a partner or […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Ask a plumber: Is a smelly sink dangerous? Ask a plumber: Is a smelly sink dangerous? Center Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins the show to answer listener questions about plumbing and repairs. The two discuss kitchen sink smells, running outdoor hoses, and why hiring a licensed plumbing contractor is important. To learn more about what Center Guard Plumbing can do for you, go to wgnplumber.com or call 847-406-8883.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2858876 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:11:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Center Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins the show to answer listener questions about plumbing and repairs. The two discuss kitchen sink smells, running outdoor hoses, and why hiring a licensed plumbing contractor is important. To learn more about what Center Guard Plumbing can do for you, go to wgnplumber.com or call 847-406-8883.wgnradio.comCenter Guard Plumbing’s Mike Epping joins the show to answer listener questions about plumbing and repairs. The two discuss kitchen sink smells, running outdoor hoses, and why hiring a licensed plumbing contractor is important. To learn more about what Center Guard Plumbing can do for you, go to wgnplumber.com or call 847-406-8883.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning You should be appealing your property taxes if you live in Cook County You should be appealing your property taxes if you live in Cook County Caren Gertner, President & Managing Partner at the Law Office of Gertner & Gertner, joins Jon Hansen on appealing your property taxes. Caren shares the time frame for appealing, how long the process can take, and that they only make money if they save you money. With over 50 years of experience, you will be well cared for at Gertner and Gertner. To learn more, visit gertnerandgertnerltd.com or call 312-782-9222.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2857830 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 03:11:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Caren Gertner, President & Managing Partner at the Law Office of Gertner & Gertner, joins Jon Hansen on appealing your property taxes. Caren shares the time frame for appealing, how long the process can take, and that they only make money if they save you money. With over 50 years of experience, you will be […]wgnradio.comCaren Gertner, President & Managing Partner at the Law Office of Gertner & Gertner, joins Jon Hansen on appealing your property taxes. Caren shares the time frame for appealing, how long the process can take, and that they only make money if they save you money. With over 50 years of experience, you will be […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What you should know about your credit score What you should know about your credit score Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss your credit score! Jack breaks down the top things that make up your credit score and the fastest way to raise it. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, go to republicebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2857819 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:50:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Jack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss your credit score! Jack breaks down the top things that make up your credit score and the fastest way to raise it. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, […]wgnradio.comJack Nick, SVP/Marketing and eCommerce Director at Republic Bank of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss your credit score! Jack breaks down the top things that make up your credit score and the fastest way to raise it. To learn more tips to get you on the right track to financial literacy, […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning TJ Stearns: How boring can be beautiful when it comes to investing TJ Stearns: How boring can be beautiful when it comes to investing Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how boring can be beautiful when it comes to investing. Plus, how the lack of planning leads to panic. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2856619 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:23:06 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how boring can be beautiful when it comes to investing. Plus, how the lack of planning leads to panic. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how boring can be beautiful when it comes to investing. Plus, how the lack of planning leads to panic. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning GLCU celebrates women who shaped the credit union industry GLCU celebrates women who shaped the credit union industry Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss how GLCU is celebrating Women’s History Month. Steve shares how women are guiding their organization forward and how Louise McCarran Herring began organizing credit unions after witnessing unfair lending practices impacting her coworkers. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2856600 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 03:12:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss how GLCU is celebrating Women’s History Month. Steve shares how women are guiding their organization forward and how Louise McCarran Herring began organizing credit unions after witnessing unfair lending practices impacting her coworkers. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.wgnradio.comSteve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss how GLCU is celebrating Women’s History Month. Steve shares how women are guiding their organization forward and how Louise McCarran Herring began organizing credit unions after witnessing unfair lending practices impacting her coworkers. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning The annoyance economy: Businesses are making money on customer frustrations The annoyance economy: Businesses are making money on customer frustrations Juliana Kaplan, Senior Labor and Inequality Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the emerging ‘annoyance economy’. Juliana breaks down how customers are spending long times on hold and chatting with AI over the phone for refunds, only to have the issue unresolved due to frustration. You can read Juliana’s full story on Business Insider here: www.businessinsider.com.

]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2855503 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:04:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Juliana Kaplan, Senior Labor and Inequality Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the emerging ‘annoyance economy’. Juliana breaks down how customers are spending long times on hold and chatting with AI over the phone for refunds, only to have the issue unresolved due to frustration. You can […]wgnradio.comJuliana Kaplan, Senior Labor and Inequality Reporter at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the emerging ‘annoyance economy’. Juliana breaks down how customers are spending long times on hold and chatting with AI over the phone for refunds, only to have the issue unresolved due to frustration. You can […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Mitch Lyons on how to prepare for paying taxes in retirement Mitch Lyons on how to prepare for paying taxes in retirement Mitch Lyons, Founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what you can do to make sure you are ready for retirement. Mitch talks about emotional investing, how annuities can bring stability to a portfolio, and paying taxes in retirement. Text Blueprint to 844-86-STEEL (844-867-8335) to speak with a pro to see what a conversion would look like for you, or go to MitchLyonsWealth.com to set an appointment to get your Blueprint.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2855489 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 23:34:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mitch Lyons, Founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what you can do to make sure you are ready for retirement. Mitch talks about emotional investing, how annuities can bring stability to a portfolio, and paying taxes in retirement. Text Blueprint to 844-86-STEEL (844-867-8335) to speak with a pro to see what […]wgnradio.comMitch Lyons, Founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what you can do to make sure you are ready for retirement. Mitch talks about emotional investing, how annuities can bring stability to a portfolio, and paying taxes in retirement. Text Blueprint to 844-86-STEEL (844-867-8335) to speak with a pro to see what […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What’s it worth? 3-dollar gold coins and game-used footballs What’s it worth? 3-dollar gold coins and game-used footballs 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 Matchbox cars, 3-dollar coins, and Beanie Babies? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2851186 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:14:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.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 Matchbox cars, 3-dollar coins, and Beanie Babies? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or […]wgnradio.comBrian 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 Matchbox cars, 3-dollar coins, and Beanie Babies? Brian can help you and answer your questions! If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Rae Kaplan: Saved borrower $598,000 in student loans Rae Kaplan: Saved borrower $598,000 in student loans Rae Kaplan, student loan attorney at Kaplan Law Firm, joins Jon Hansen to highlight the most recent amount she’s gotten forgiven for a client. Rae also discusses the importance of taking action on Parent PLUS Loans before June to reduce monthly payments. For more information on how Rae can help you with your loans, visit www.financialrelief.com or call 312-294-8989.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2851134 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:09:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Rae Kaplan, student loan attorney at Kaplan Law Firm, joins Jon Hansen to highlight the most recent amount she’s gotten forgiven for a client. Rae also discusses the importance of taking action on Parent PLUS Loans before June to reduce monthly payments. For more information on how Rae can help you with your loans, visit […]wgnradio.comRae Kaplan, student loan attorney at Kaplan Law Firm, joins Jon Hansen to highlight the most recent amount she’s gotten forgiven for a client. Rae also discusses the importance of taking action on Parent PLUS Loans before June to reduce monthly payments. For more information on how Rae can help you with your loans, visit […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning An influx of flies is coming our way this spring An influx of flies is coming our way this spring Where do bugs go in the winter? Rose Pest Solutions’ Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,’ joins Jon Hansen to talk about everything bugs! Janelle talks about waiting until mothers day weekend for gardening, products to use on cluster flies, and termites. To learn more about Rose Pest Solutions and what they can do for you, go to rosepestcontrol.com or call 1-800-GOT-PESTS.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2851215 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:08:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Where do bugs go in the winter? Rose Pest Solutions’ Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,’ joins Jon Hansen to talk about everything bugs! Janelle talks about waiting until mothers day weekend for gardening, products to use on cluster flies, and termites. To learn more about Rose Pest Solutions and what they can […]wgnradio.comWhere do bugs go in the winter? Rose Pest Solutions’ Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,’ joins Jon Hansen to talk about everything bugs! Janelle talks about waiting until mothers day weekend for gardening, products to use on cluster flies, and termites. To learn more about Rose Pest Solutions and what they can […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning TJ Stearns: Transitioning investing strategies as retirement gets closer TJ Stearns: Transitioning investing strategies as retirement gets closer Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the buy-and-hold investment strategy and ensuring your portfolio is diversified. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2851168 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:50:41 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the buy-and-hold investment strategy and ensuring your portfolio is diversified. For more information, call 800-640-2256.wgnradio.comTim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the buy-and-hold investment strategy and ensuring your portfolio is diversified. For more information, call 800-640-2256.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Age discrimination, phone reimbursements and AI with employment lawyer Patrick Dolan Age discrimination, phone reimbursements and AI with employment lawyer Patrick Dolan Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. Patrick talks about age discrimination, trades, and phone usage reimbursements. He also talks about unfair vs illegal treatment. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit contidolanlaw.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2849022 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:05:41 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. Patrick talks about age discrimination, trades, and phone usage reimbursements. He also talks about unfair vs illegal treatment. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit contidolanlaw.com.wgnradio.comPatrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen to discuss all things employment law. Patrick talks about age discrimination, trades, and phone usage reimbursements. He also talks about unfair vs illegal treatment. To learn more about how Patrick can help you, call him at 1-312-332-7800 or visit contidolanlaw.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Turning tax filing into tax planning: What to do after you file Turning tax filing into tax planning: What to do after you file It’s a Mesirow Monday! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about using your tax return as a diagnostic tool for the future. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2849000 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s a Mesirow Monday! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about using your tax return as a diagnostic tool for the future. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.wgnradio.comIt’s a Mesirow Monday! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about using your tax return as a diagnostic tool for the future. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Solving the problem of emotional reactivity in the workplace Solving the problem of emotional reactivity in the workplace 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. Jon and Dan recap their recent summit, and Dan shares how 50% of the businesses they help are founded by women. Joining them is Jules Wilhem, Owner-to-CEO Program Graduate and founder of EQ-university. Jules teaches teams how to work better together and address emotional reactivity in the workplace. If you’re interested in any of the programs Innovation DuPage offers, visit www.innovationdupage.org/programs for more information.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2848971 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:15:50 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)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. Jon and Dan recap their recent summit, and Dan shares how 50% of the businesses they help are founded by women. Joining them is Jules Wilhem, Owner-to-CEO Program Graduate and founder of EQ-university. […]wgnradio.comManaging Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. Jon and Dan recap their recent summit, and Dan shares how 50% of the businesses they help are founded by women. Joining them is Jules Wilhem, Owner-to-CEO Program Graduate and founder of EQ-university. […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Marquette Bank: Mortgage rates amid inflation fears Marquette Bank: Mortgage rates amid inflation fears Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the fears of inflation and mortgage rates. Plus, Steve and Jon discuss what a competitive market looks like. For more information, visit emarquettebank.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2848948 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:47:07 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the fears of inflation and mortgage rates. Plus, Steve and Jon discuss what a competitive market looks like. For more information, visit emarquettebank.com.wgnradio.comSteve Baranowski, Senior Vice President of Residential Lending at Marquette Bank, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about the fears of inflation and mortgage rates. Plus, Steve and Jon discuss what a competitive market looks like. For more information, visit emarquettebank.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Avoiding costly tax mistakes: Where taxpayers can slip up Avoiding costly tax mistakes: Where taxpayers can slip up It’s tax season! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about mistakes that taxpayers should avoid making. The duo breaks down violations, failure to file forms, and investment missteps. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2842949 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:50:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s tax season! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about mistakes that taxpayers should avoid making. The duo breaks down violations, failure to file forms, and investment missteps. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.wgnradio.comIt’s tax season! Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about mistakes that taxpayers should avoid making. The duo breaks down violations, failure to file forms, and investment missteps. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Your spouse should know your passwords Your spouse should know your passwords Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest trending estate planning news. Millie talks about the importance of knowing your spouse’s passwords. From shutting down accounts after someone passes away to managing digital assets, sharing this knowledge can be helpful to your loved ones. For more information, call (847) 253-8800 for a free consultation.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2843035 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:09:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest trending estate planning news. Millie talks about the importance of knowing your spouse’s passwords. From shutting down accounts after someone passes away to managing digital assets, sharing this knowledge can be helpful to your loved ones. […]wgnradio.comMildred V. Palmer, Founding Partner at Navigant Law Group, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest trending estate planning news. Millie talks about the importance of knowing your spouse’s passwords. From shutting down accounts after someone passes away to managing digital assets, sharing this knowledge can be helpful to your loved ones. […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Ask a roofer with Mike Huston of Lindholm Roofing Ask a roofer with Mike Huston of Lindholm Roofing Lindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager Mike Huston joins Jon Hansen to talk about damage after a storm. Plus, Mike answers listener questions. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you, go to lindholmroofing.com or call them at 773-283-7675.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2843022 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:32:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager Mike Huston joins Jon Hansen to talk about damage after a storm. Plus, Mike answers listener questions. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you, go to lindholmroofing.com or call them at 773-283-7675.wgnradio.comLindholm Roofing’s Assistant Manager Mike Huston joins Jon Hansen to talk about damage after a storm. Plus, Mike answers listener questions. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you, go to lindholmroofing.com or call them at 773-283-7675.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Get Covered Illinois: The first open enrollment as a state-based marketplace has wrapped up Get Covered Illinois: The first open enrollment as a state-based marketplace has wrapped up Morgan Winters, Director of Get Covered Illinois, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how open enrollment went as a state-based marketplace. Morgan also discusses special enrollment for those who missed open enrollment and how to ensure they are insured. For more information, visit https://getcovered.illinois.gov/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2843012 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:27:24 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Morgan Winters, Director of Get Covered Illinois, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how open enrollment went as a state-based marketplace. Morgan also discusses special enrollment for those who missed open enrollment and how to ensure they are insured. For more information, visit https://getcovered.illinois.gov/.wgnradio.comMorgan Winters, Director of Get Covered Illinois, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how open enrollment went as a state-based marketplace. Morgan also discusses special enrollment for those who missed open enrollment and how to ensure they are insured. For more information, visit https://getcovered.illinois.gov/.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Craig Bolanos: The impact of AI is here Craig Bolanos: The impact of AI is here Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig talks about possibly reaching a 5% unemployment rate and the impact of AI on the workforce. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2843001 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:20:35 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig talks about possibly reaching a 5% unemployment rate and the impact of AI on the workforce. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Co-founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the latest market numbers. Craig talks about possibly reaching a 5% unemployment rate and the impact of AI on the workforce. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning World Business Chicago launches a citywide design competition World Business Chicago launches a citywide design competition Andrew Hayes, World Business Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the launching of Horizon Lines, a citywide design competition focused on the city’s future. Andrew shares how AI will play a role in the city’s future and the types of ideas they are looking for. For more information, visit worldbusinesschicago.com/horizon-lines.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2836376 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:38:09 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Andrew Hayes, World Business Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the launching of Horizon Lines, a citywide design competition focused on the city’s future. Andrew shares how AI will play a role in the city’s future and the types of ideas they are looking for. For more information, visit worldbusinesschicago.com/horizon-lines.wgnradio.comAndrew Hayes, World Business Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the launching of Horizon Lines, a citywide design competition focused on the city’s future. Andrew shares how AI will play a role in the city’s future and the types of ideas they are looking for. For more information, visit worldbusinesschicago.com/horizon-lines.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning What does war mean for the economy? What does war mean for the economy? Kristin Myers, ETF Editor in Chief at Asset TV, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest market news. Kristin breaks down oil prices and the global oil supply.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2836330 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:24:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Kristin Myers, ETF Editor in Chief at Asset TV, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest market news. Kristin breaks down oil prices and the global oil supply.wgnradio.comKristin Myers, ETF Editor in Chief at Asset TV, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the latest market news. Kristin breaks down oil prices and the global oil supply.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning Mesirow: What you can still do before the April 15th tax deadline Mesirow: What you can still do before the April 15th tax deadline Some of the most valuable tax planning happens in the final 60 days before filing. Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about tips for filing. Gary talks about maximizing retirement contributions, business owner opportunities, and more! For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2836261 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 23:05:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Some of the most valuable tax planning happens in the final 60 days before filing. Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about tips for filing. Gary talks about maximizing retirement contributions, business owner opportunities, and more! For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or […]wgnradio.comSome of the most valuable tax planning happens in the final 60 days before filing. Gary Pattengale, Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about tips for filing. Gary talks about maximizing retirement contributions, business owner opportunities, and more! For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Jon,Hansen,personal,finance,investing,wealth,management,financial,security,literacy,retirement,planning