web01.fireside.fm Sat, 02 May 2026 02:25:35 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) More for Your Money - Episodes Tagged with “Financial Education” https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/tags/financial%20education Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500 More for Your Money, hosted by John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing, is a weekly radio show airing Saturdays at 9:06 AM on WCLO. With over 40 years of experience in portfolio management, John shares expert insights on investing, retirement planning, and wealth-building strategies. Whether you're looking for smart ways to grow your portfolio, navigate market trends, or make informed financial decisions, this show delivers practical advice tailored to everyday investors. Tune in each week for thoughtful discussions, listener questions, and actionable strategies to help you make the most of your money. Disclosure: https://bit.ly/3Yc920O af episodic An Uncommon 'Cents' approach to investing Uncommon Cents Investing More for Your Money, hosted by John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing, is a weekly radio show airing Saturdays at 9:06 AM on WCLO. With over 40 years of experience in portfolio management, John shares expert insights on investing, retirement planning, and wealth-building strategies. Whether you're looking for smart ways to grow your portfolio, navigate market trends, or make informed financial decisions, this show delivers practical advice tailored to everyday investors. Tune in each week for thoughtful discussions, listener questions, and actionable strategies to help you make the most of your money. Disclosure: https://bit.ly/3Yc920O no More for Your Money, hosted by John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing, is a weekly radio show airing Saturdays at 9:06 AM on WCLO. With over 40 years of experience in portfolio management, John shares expert insights on investing, retirement planning, and wealth-building strategies. Whether you're looking for smart ways to grow your portfolio, navigate market trends, or make informed financial decisions, this show delivers practical advice tailored to everyday investors. Tune in each week for thoughtful discussions, listener questions, and actionable strategies to help you make the most of your money. Uncommon Cents Investing sheena@uncommoncentsinvesting.com Episode 48: Liquidity, Debt, and Private Credit: Navigating Hidden Dangers in Volatile Markets - 11/22/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/48 c7af2665-9318-43f4-bcc2-69d93b7e7935 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing Join John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing as they share practical financial insights and strategies to help you get more for your money. 52:50 no The More for Your Money panel reviewed a volatile week where all four major indexes declined, noting "mixed signals" indicative of a battle between bulls and bears. Guest Todd asserted that the market, by nearly every metric, is currently a bubble built on credit and debt, drawing historical parallels to 1929. A major concern discussed was liquidity risk, specifically identifying private equity/credit as a "hidden evil" due to its lack of regulation and transparency compared to public markets. The panel also debated a listener query regarding the risk of the federal government taking equity stakes in private strategic companies (like Intel) while managing massive national debt. Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley. Investment volatility, market analysis, stock market bubble, 1929 parallels, liquidity risk, private equity, private credit, hidden evil, lack of transparency, debt and credit, growth vs. value investing, JDB indicator, bulls and bears, short selling, long position, Federal Reserve policy, national debt, government investment in private companies, Intel equity stake, market crash history, financial education The More for Your Money panel reviewed a volatile week where all four major indexes declined, noting "mixed signals" indicative of a battle between bulls and bears. Guest Todd asserted that the market, by nearly every metric, is currently a bubble built on credit and debt, drawing historical parallels to 1929. A major concern discussed was liquidity risk, specifically identifying private equity/credit as a "hidden evil" due to its lack of regulation and transparency compared to public markets. The panel also debated a listener query regarding the risk of the federal government taking equity stakes in private strategic companies (like Intel) while managing massive national debt.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> The More for Your Money panel reviewed a volatile week where all four major indexes declined, noting "mixed signals" indicative of a battle between bulls and bears. Guest Todd asserted that the market, by nearly every metric, is currently a bubble built on credit and debt, drawing historical parallels to 1929. A major concern discussed was liquidity risk, specifically identifying private equity/credit as a "hidden evil" due to its lack of regulation and transparency compared to public markets. The panel also debated a listener query regarding the risk of the federal government taking equity stakes in private strategic companies (like Intel) while managing massive national debt.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> Episode 31: The Local Advisor Difference: Comprehensive Financial Planning Beyond the 1-800 Number - 07/26/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/31 5747664c-c40e-409e-836b-a398f86a8aaa Sat, 26 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing Join John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing as they share practical financial insights and strategies to help you get more for your money. 52:50 no The Uncommon Cents Investing difference: Local financial advisors provide comprehensive, holistic financial planning far beyond impersonal 1-800 services. Gain proactive support for pensions, Social Security, RMDs, QCDs, and navigating major life events. Experience personalized service, deep client relationships, and exceptional value. Local Financial Advisor, Comprehensive Financial Planning, Holistic Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, Wealth Management, Personalized Financial Service, Beyond 1-800 Number, Social Security Advice, Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs), Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), Pension Planning, Tax Planning Strategies, IRA Contributions, Backdoor IRAs, Inherited IRA Rules, Long-Term Care Contracts, Investment Management, Fiduciary Financial Advisor, Financial Advisor Fees, Cost-Effective Financial Advice, Aging Parents Financial Help, Spouse Death Financial Guidance, Asset Verification Home Purchase, Medicare Supplement Advice, Financial Education, DIY Investor Support, Human Emotion Investing, Financial Security, Insurance Alternatives Financial Planning, Term Life Insurance Advice, Relationship-Based Financial Planning, AI in Financial Planning, Financial Newsletter, Financial Advisor Janesville, Financial Advisor Wisconsin The Uncommon Cents Investing difference: Local financial advisors provide comprehensive, holistic financial planning far beyond impersonal 1-800 services. Gain proactive support for pensions, Social Security, RMDs, QCDs, and navigating major life events. Experience personalized service, deep client relationships, and exceptional value.

]]> The Uncommon Cents Investing difference: Local financial advisors provide comprehensive, holistic financial planning far beyond impersonal 1-800 services. Gain proactive support for pensions, Social Security, RMDs, QCDs, and navigating major life events. Experience personalized service, deep client relationships, and exceptional value.

]]> Episode 29: Generational Insights and Practical Financial Wisdom - 07/12/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/29 80d82e7d-3eab-4d9a-9316-37179de4aeab Sat, 12 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing Join John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing as they share practical financial insights and strategies to help you get more for your money. 52:50 no This episode of "More for Your Money" features John Berkley and Krista Berkley, who share generational insights and practical financial wisdom. They discuss market trends, the impact of their previous show on global poverty, and their passion for educating young people on financial fundamentals like compounding capital and avoiding debt. The hosts also explain their unique family business model and address listener questions on rebalancing appreciated assets, mortgage payoff strategies vs. investing, and the risks of Bitcoin, emphasizing diversification. Special Guest: Krista Berkley. Financial wisdom, generational insights, investment strategies, market trends, financial education, young investors, compounding capital, debt avoidance, family business model, rebalancing appreciated assets, mortgage payoff strategies, investing vs. debt, Bitcoin risks, portfolio diversification, Roth IRA, 401k, financial advisor, investment advisory services, tax implications, capital gains, risk tolerance, wealth management, financial planning This episode of "More for Your Money" features John Berkley and Krista Berkley, who share generational insights and practical financial wisdom. They discuss market trends, the impact of their previous show on global poverty, and their passion for educating young people on financial fundamentals like compounding capital and avoiding debt. The hosts also explain their unique family business model and address listener questions on rebalancing appreciated assets, mortgage payoff strategies vs. investing, and the risks of Bitcoin, emphasizing diversification.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> This episode of "More for Your Money" features John Berkley and Krista Berkley, who share generational insights and practical financial wisdom. They discuss market trends, the impact of their previous show on global poverty, and their passion for educating young people on financial fundamentals like compounding capital and avoiding debt. The hosts also explain their unique family business model and address listener questions on rebalancing appreciated assets, mortgage payoff strategies vs. investing, and the risks of Bitcoin, emphasizing diversification.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> Episode 25: Estate Planning: Navigating Gift Tax, Irrevocable Trusts, and More with Attorney Mike Vogel - 06/14/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/25 67760876-635b-49c5-99ac-c7e6a33ef160 Sat, 14 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing Join John Berkley of Uncommon Cents Investing as they share practical financial insights and strategies to help you get more for your money. 52:50 no Join John Berkley and Attorney Mike Vogel for an insightful estate planning discussion. Attorney Vogel clarifies federal gift tax (Form 709), including annual exclusions and lifetime exemptions. He also navigates irrevocable trusts, highlighting their overusage and significant disadvantages in Medicaid planning, such as loss of asset control and facility acceptance issues. The episode emphasizes fact-based advice. Special Guest: Michael Vogel. estate planning, Mike Vogel, federal gift tax, Form 709, irrevocable trusts, Medicaid planning, asset protection, annual exclusion, lifetime exemption, elder law, long-term care expenses, Vogal Law Firm, Janesville attorney, LLC, S corporation, step-up in basis, Form 706, probate, trust administration, gift tax return, estate tax exemption, Wisconsin estate planning, financial flexibility, private pay, nursing home costs, corporate structures, tax knowledge Join John Berkley and Attorney Mike Vogel for an insightful estate planning discussion. Attorney Vogel clarifies federal gift tax (Form 709), including annual exclusions and lifetime exemptions. He also navigates irrevocable trusts, highlighting their overusage and significant disadvantages in Medicaid planning, such as loss of asset control and facility acceptance issues. The episode emphasizes fact-based advice.

Special Guest: Michael Vogel.

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Special Guest: Michael Vogel.

]]> Episode 11: John Templeton’s 16 Rules for Investing - 3/8/25 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/11 https://www.wclo.com/?post_type=episode&p=128754 Sat, 08 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing In this episode of More For Your Money, John Berkley is joined by Kit Carson for a focused and thoughtful discussion on legendary investor Sir John Marks Templeton. After a quick market recap, the conversation dives into Templeton’s 16 Rules for Investment Success—timeless principles that have guided generations of investors. 52:54 no John shares historical market context, including how small-cap stocks have been more volatile than large-caps and why that matters for long-term investors. They touch on recent performance across the major indexes, the shifting balance between growth and value stocks, and how market psychology plays a role in investor behavior. The heart of the episode is Templeton’s 16 Rules, which include actionable wisdom like buying low, avoiding panic, doing your homework, and staying flexible. John provides commentary on each rule, drawing parallels to current market conditions and his own decades of experience. The episode also highlights Templeton’s philanthropic legacy and his belief in the power of spiritual wealth alongside financial wealth. Listener questions spark helpful discussions about AI-driven trading, Walgreens going private, and the effects of tariffs on investing. This episode is a deep dive into long-term investing fundamentals, ideal for listeners looking to sharpen their thinking and stay grounded in an ever-changing market. John Marks Templeton, investing rules, value stocks, growth stocks, small-cap investing, contrarian strategy, stock market history, S&P 500, Roth IRA, financial planning, diversification, market correction, long-term investing, behavioral finance, Uncommon Cents Investing, Janesville Wisconsin, retirement strategy John shares historical market context, including how small-cap stocks have been more volatile than large-caps and why that matters for long-term investors. They touch on recent performance across the major indexes, the shifting balance between growth and value stocks, and how market psychology plays a role in investor behavior.

The heart of the episode is Templeton’s 16 Rules, which include actionable wisdom like buying low, avoiding panic, doing your homework, and staying flexible. John provides commentary on each rule, drawing parallels to current market conditions and his own decades of experience. The episode also highlights Templeton’s philanthropic legacy and his belief in the power of spiritual wealth alongside financial wealth.

Listener questions spark helpful discussions about AI-driven trading, Walgreens going private, and the effects of tariffs on investing.

This episode is a deep dive into long-term investing fundamentals, ideal for listeners looking to sharpen their thinking and stay grounded in an ever-changing market.

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The heart of the episode is Templeton’s 16 Rules, which include actionable wisdom like buying low, avoiding panic, doing your homework, and staying flexible. John provides commentary on each rule, drawing parallels to current market conditions and his own decades of experience. The episode also highlights Templeton’s philanthropic legacy and his belief in the power of spiritual wealth alongside financial wealth.

Listener questions spark helpful discussions about AI-driven trading, Walgreens going private, and the effects of tariffs on investing.

This episode is a deep dive into long-term investing fundamentals, ideal for listeners looking to sharpen their thinking and stay grounded in an ever-changing market.

]]> Episode 3: Tipping, Taxes & Timely Advice: 2025 Planning and Everyday Financial Wisdom - 1/11/25 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/3 3a8b623a-9a1c-46dc-a07c-5dfc7cdedc68 Sat, 11 Jan 2025 16:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing John Berkley returns to the More for Your Money studio this week with a full house—welcoming co-host Carson back from a short sick break, and special guest Sheena Hanson (his daughter and Principal at Uncommon Cents Investing). The trio covers everything from market updates and tipping trends to detailed 2025 tax planning changes. John revisits his now-famous "15 Financial Life Lessons" list, Sheena gives insight into how Uncommon Cents conducts thoughtful, personal annual reviews with clients, and the team walks through the latest tax brackets, deduction limits, and planning considerations for the year ahead. John, Sheena, and Carson break down 2025 tax updates, reflect on life and financial lessons, and explain why trust and communication matter when working with a financial advis 52:54 no In this episode of More for Your Money, John is joined by Sheena Hanson and Carson in the studio to kick off the new year with timely insights and a little family fun. They review the latest tax planning changes for 2025, from IRA contributions and capital gains rules to required minimum distributions and estate tax thresholds. Sheena explains how Uncommon Cents handles annual reviews and why financial communication doesn’t have to be complicated. Plus, John revisits his 15 financial life lessons—covering everything from saving early to mastering your emotions—and Sheena weighs in on why opinions can have value (despite what Plato might say). Whether you're sorting out your taxes or just want smart, down-to-earth financial conversation, this episode brings clarity and a little humor along the way. 2025 tax updates, capital gains taxes, RMD rules, Roth IRA phase-out, retirement account strategies, investment accounts for kids, simple IRA vs 401(k), financial literacy, trusted financial advice, annual account reviews, saving for retirement, financial independence, money management tips, value investing, Wisconsin financial advisor In this episode of More for Your Money, John is joined by Sheena Hanson and Carson in the studio to kick off the new year with timely insights and a little family fun. They review the latest tax planning changes for 2025, from IRA contributions and capital gains rules to required minimum distributions and estate tax thresholds. Sheena explains how Uncommon Cents handles annual reviews and why financial communication doesn’t have to be complicated.

Plus, John revisits his 15 financial life lessons—covering everything from saving early to mastering your emotions—and Sheena weighs in on why opinions can have value (despite what Plato might say).

Whether you're sorting out your taxes or just want smart, down-to-earth financial conversation, this episode brings clarity and a little humor along the way.

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Plus, John revisits his 15 financial life lessons—covering everything from saving early to mastering your emotions—and Sheena weighs in on why opinions can have value (despite what Plato might say).

Whether you're sorting out your taxes or just want smart, down-to-earth financial conversation, this episode brings clarity and a little humor along the way.

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