Tom Appel, publisher of Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Car Stuff Podcast, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the used car market. Tom discusses used car prices, leasing, and the latest recalls.

Jennifer Gartenberg, Managing Director at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss estate taxes. Jennifer explains why most people will never have to pay an estate tax and more! For more information, visit www.mesirow.com.

Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. From gold bracelets and art to Polish currency, Brian answers what listener items are worth!

If you think you have items you’d like to have appraised, visit topcashbuyer.com or call (630) 969-9600.

Worker Thursday: Shedd Aquarium workers vote to unionize

It’s a special Worker Wednesday on Thursday! Ed Maher from the National Coalition of Labor and co-host of The Workers’ Mic on 720 WGN, joins Jon Hansen to chat about all things labor. This week, Ed and Jon discuss the workers at Shedd Aquarium voting to unionize after staffing problems.

Jennifer Gartenberg, Managing Director at Mesirow, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to give seven tips for your end-of-the-year financial planning. Jennifer talks about things that can help you as we go into the new year, from taxable estates and charity to considering converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com.

Amanda Hoover, Senior Correspondent at Business Insider, joins Jon Hansen to discuss why LinkedIn wants you to apply to fewer jobs. Amanda shares the new tool that will be available on the site soon and the role that AI is playing in hiring.

Bill Barnes, Director of Economic Development in Monee, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the town’s growth. The two also talk about the town’s tax incentives for people who own homes, being proactive in purchasing property, and the benefits of their location.

Host of Your Money Matters Jon Hansen is joined by Brandon Harwell, Founding Partner at BCH Wealth Management. The two discuss how all-cash offers are gaining traction in home buying, refinancing, and why mortgage rates haven’t gone down. For more information, call 224.875.7400 or visit www.bchwealth.com

Bill Geiger, President and CEO of Geiger Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what a lost decade can do to your retirement. The two also talk about wealth insurance and the importance of protecting the money you’ve made.

Kelsie Neahring, Property Tax Consultant at O’Connor Tax, joins Jon Hansen for Your Money Matters. The two discuss Cook County assessment errors and how often you can appeal your property taxes. For more information, call 833-TAX-PROTEST.