The Financial Translator

The Financial Translator

By Kirk Kreikemeier, CFP®BusinessInvesting
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The Financial Translator episodes

  • #115 - Market Update October 31, 2026

    This episode provides a market update through October 31, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

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    22 min
  • #114 - Annual Benefits Enrollment 2027

    It’s that time of year.  Don’t just click on last year’s options - take a closer look and pick up some value.

     

    Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    24 min
  • #113 - Market Update September 30, 2026

    This episode provides a market update through September 30, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    20 min
  • #112 - Overview of New Student Loan Program

    College financing has entered a new chapter. While the new rules simplify the system, they raise the stakes for early planning around loan access, borrower responsibility, and long-term cash flow. 

     

    Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    20 min
  • #111 - Market Update August 31, 2026

    This episode provides a market update through August 31, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    21 min
  • #110 - Finance Fundamentals #2

    Investing beyond a bank account, Roth vs. Traditional IRA, inflation impact on my Chipotle run and good vs. bad debt.

     

    Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    25 min
  • #109 - Market Update July 31, 2026

    This episode provides a market update through July 31, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    15 min
  • #108 - Finance Fundamentals #1

    Expected college expenses, how to pay for them and savings v. investing.

     

    Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    22 min
  • #107 - Market Update June 30, 2026

    This episode provides a market update through June 30, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    20 min
  • #106 - 2026 SS and Medicare Funding Status

    SS and Medicare Trust Funds are projected to hit $0 in less than eight years.  Payroll taxes will continue, but only cover 83% and 89% of benefits.  Here is an overview of these programs in a Q&A format.

     

    Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.

    Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

    28 min

About The Financial Translator

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Kirk Kreikemeier, CFP® and Principal Advisor of Pebble Valley Wealth Management, gives his guidance and opinion on financial, market, and economic topics to help listeners move from confusion to…