Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the importance of the last years before retiring. Tim also discusses the age at which people would like to retire, according to a new survey. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Tom Murphy, Health Writer at AP News, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the rising price of healthcare. Tom shares what insurers are predicting for coverage and insurance premiums in 2026.

Eleanor Esser Gorski, CEO & President of the Chicago Architecture Center, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the relationship between hotels and the architecture in the city. Plus, Eleanor also talks about the LaSalle Street Reimagined Initiative and what to look forward to from the Chicago Architecture Center.

Dr. Gregg Lunceford, Wealth Advisor at Mesirow Wealth Management, joins Jon Hansen for a Mesirow Monday. The two discuss why the younger generations are staying at home longer than before and how their career paths have changed. For more information, visit www.mesirow.com or call 877 Mesirow.

Cubs bobbleheads, Cabbage Patch Kids dolls, and train sets. Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Brian also talks about why you shouldn’t clean your coins before bringing them into his shop.

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

Jon Hansen is joined by Social Security Disability Attorney Jeffrey Rabin of The Law Offices of Jeffrey A. Rabin & Associates to talk about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Jeffrey answers listener questions about back pay and what to do after someone who was receiving benefits passes. For more information, call 312-431-1000.

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 the fears of AI and how people are waiting for what the Fed Chair Jerome Powell will say in Wyoming on Friday. For more information, go to GetRetiredStayRetired.com.

Steve Bugg, President & CEO of Great Lakes Credit Union, joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to discuss how GLCU is supporting youth financial education. From teaching students how to make budgeting decisions to opening a savings account for them, Steven talks about the benefits of their program. For more information, visit: www.glcu.org.

Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins Jon Hansen to discuss the tax implications of The One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Tim breaks down the tax deductions and talks about Roth accounts and tax brackets. For more information, call 800-640-2256

If you are looking to get into the beauty industry or connect with mentors, Beauty Give Back returns in September. Mireya Villarreal, founder of the Pink Pewter Foundation and co-creator of Beauty Gives Back, joins Jon Hansen to talk about their upcoming event. Mireya talks about what attendees can expect, like learning about finances, how to start side hustles, and affiliate programs. She also shares how much money they have given in scholarships and grants. Get your tickets here: cvent.com/event.