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 $2 bills and signed art? 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

Roy Spencer, CEO and Founder of Perma-Seal, joins Jon Hansen to talk about what you should do if your basement floods. Roy shares how you shouldn’t walk on a wet floor just in case there are exposed wires. Plus, the two discuss sump pumps, floor drains, and more. To learn more about Perma-Seal’s services, go to permaseal.net or call 1-800-421-SEAL (7325).

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 gives his thoughts on the first Fed meeting and what he expects from this new Federal Reserve Chair. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Harry Kilberg, US General Manager at Shift, joins Jon Hansen to discuss how their company is collecting data to train robots by offering free home cleanings. Harry talks about privacy, training AI, and how they plan to expand.

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Transform RX. Dr. Bal Nandra talks about their body composition analysis, the importance of balancing hormones, and how losing weight can save you money in the long run. Plus, Jon shares the journey that he’s going through with the help of Dr. Bal Nandra. For more information, call 844-9-NEWYOU.

Maple Walker, Director of Development and Engagement at Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen to talk about the Together We Build: West Side workforce development and career fair. The all-day event will include professional headshots, a professional attire closet, resume reviews, and mock interviews. Plus, more than 30 community partner organizations will join to share information on apprenticeships and other employment opportunities. The event will be on Saturday, June 27, 2026, @ 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. You can register here: blockclubchicago.org/workforce

Lenny Feil, Designated Managing Broker and Owner at Century 21 Harthside Realtors, joins Jon Hansen for the Front Porch Report. Lenny shares what first-time homebuyers should be asking when looking to buy a home, from walk scores to researching the neighborhood and more. For more information, visit lennyfeil.com or call 708-870-0514.

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 how women’s household roles play a factor when it comes to investing and how both parties need to understand the cost breakdown for their expenses. The two also talk about childcare, education, and how women sit on a lot of cash and might not risk it in the markets. Sophia talks about what you lose by staying out of the market!  

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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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