Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how to properly plan for retirement. Tim and Jon talk about creating a sustainable income from assets in your account. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

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 tax season. From filing too early to what you should talk to your CPA about, Gary gives tips on what to do before filing your taxes. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the current car market for buyers and sellers. Plus, Tom talks about how Gen Z is interested in buying vehicles from China and a cheaper Cybertruck.

Wheat pennies, baseball ticket stubs, and more! Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600

Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. Gregg continues his conversation on the importance of discussing your finances with your partner or spouse. Gregg talks about achieving financial success with your spouse and revisits financial infidelity to give one more reason people commit it. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Americaneagle.com CEO Tony Svanascini joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to talk about what Americaneagle.com is and what they mean when they say that their sole focus is on helping customers grow and achieve success. Listen in while Tony shares details surrounding this family owned and operated company that focuses on client success, delivering flawless digital experiences, and more.

Dr. Sterling Raskie, Senior Lecturer of Finance with the Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss whether or not AI chatbots are actually trusted sources you should utilize for financial advice.

Mitch Lyons, Founder of Mitch Lyons Wealth, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what tools people can use to defend their savings. Mitch talks about Roth conversions, tax preparation, and more. 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.

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage, Dan Facchini, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss their 2nd annual Midwest Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summit, which will focus on AI, quantum, and the future of work. Joining them is Melissa Carter of Kameo Vintage to talk about how she helps women curate their wardrobes with vintage finds. Melissa also shares how she’s collected pieces and what’s in style right now. For more information on Kameo, visit kameovintagestyle.com.

If you’re interested in any of the programs Innovation DuPage offers, visit www.innovationdupage.org/programs for more information.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss filing your taxes, moving your money to a new advisor, and things that could be a conflict of interest. For more information, call 800-640-2256.