web01.fireside.fm Wed, 06 May 2026 09:45:48 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) More for Your Money - Episodes Tagged with “Interest Rates” https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/tags/interest%20rates Sat, 27 Sep 2025 13:30:00 -0400 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 40: Local Service and Financial Freedom: The Case for Hiring a Financial Professional - 09/27/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/40 79e865ee-0996-4084-8063-e15793dfb76a Sat, 27 Sep 2025 13:30:00 -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 <p>This episode of More for Your Money features host John Berkley and Krista Berkley. The discussion centers on the benefits of hiring a financial professional, focusing on the argument that good local service and expertise should pay for themselves. The hosts examine market activity, including the JDB indicator, and delve into detailed, subjective topics like Roth conversions and the debate over debt versus wealth accumulation. The conversation highlights the dynamic exchange between the two, noting that financial advice is highly personalized. They emphasize the need for knowledge, balance, and making good financial choices. Special Guest: Krista Berkley.</p> local financial advisor, financial planning, investment advice, return on advice, value stocks vs growth stocks, market report, S&P 500, inflation risk, interest rates, Roth conversions strategy, tax buckets management, asset allocation, estate planning, beneficiaries, debt versus wealth accumulation, social security benefits, pension options, second opinion financial advice, risk management, investment confidence, financial mentorship, managed accounts, personalized finance This episode of More for Your Money features host John Berkley and Krista Berkley. The discussion centers on the benefits of hiring a financial professional, focusing on the argument that good local service and expertise should pay for themselves. The hosts examine market activity, including the JDB indicator, and delve into detailed, subjective topics like Roth conversions and the debate over debt versus wealth accumulation. The conversation highlights the dynamic exchange between the two, noting that financial advice is highly personalized. They emphasize the need for knowledge, balance, and making good financial choices.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

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Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> Episode 38: Uncommon Cents: Wisdom on Decisions, Risk, and Retirement Strategies - 09/13/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/38 78578cf2-95b9-407d-8d0e-a5e7fa70d048 Sat, 13 Sep 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 <p>In this episode, John Berkley and Sheena Hanson discuss current market trends, noting an expensive market driven by growth stocks. They cover crucial financial topics like the Rule of 55 for early 401k withdrawals and the importance of trusted contacts for clients. John shares his personal philosophical quotes on decision-making, risk, and consequences, emphasizing learning from others' experiences. The episode also explores the emotional and practical aspects of retirement transition, spending habits, and the passion for one's work. Listeners are encouraged to review their financial plans and utilize the firm's website resources. </p> financial advisor, investment advisory services, S&P 500, NASDAQ, Federal Reserve, interest rates, market trends, growth stocks, value stocks, expensive market, 401k, Rule of 55, early withdrawals, Roth IRA conversions, IRA, 72T, retirement planning, decision-making, risk, consequences, financial literacy, trusted contact, financial scams, beneficiaries, money management, client relationships, market updates, philosophical quotes, Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett, Socrates, Albert Einstein, retirement transition, spending habits, saving money, passion for work In this episode, John Berkley and Sheena Hanson discuss current market trends, noting an expensive market driven by growth stocks. They cover crucial financial topics like the Rule of 55 for early 401k withdrawals and the importance of trusted contacts for clients. John shares his personal philosophical quotes on decision-making, risk, and consequences, emphasizing learning from others' experiences. The episode also explores the emotional and practical aspects of retirement transition, spending habits, and the passion for one's work. Listeners are encouraged to review their financial plans and utilize the firm's website resources.

]]> In this episode, John Berkley and Sheena Hanson discuss current market trends, noting an expensive market driven by growth stocks. They cover crucial financial topics like the Rule of 55 for early 401k withdrawals and the importance of trusted contacts for clients. John shares his personal philosophical quotes on decision-making, risk, and consequences, emphasizing learning from others' experiences. The episode also explores the emotional and practical aspects of retirement transition, spending habits, and the passion for one's work. Listeners are encouraged to review their financial plans and utilize the firm's website resources.

]]> Episode 37: Beyond Predictions: Uncommon Cents Investing on Market Trends, Risk, and Unique Strategies - 09/06/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/37 36a9f96a-dae4-4f8a-bdc7-6071d55b8f6a Sat, 06 Sep 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 <p>More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley. Each episode offers clear, practical advice on investing, retirement planning, and smart money decisions to help you build financial confidence. </p> individual common stocks, fee-based advisory, expense ratio, Roth IRA conversions, retirement planning, fiduciary, value investing, growth stocks, market forecasting, margin investing, tax control, wealth accumulation, investment strategy, Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), financial advisor, long-term investing, risk discussion, non-retirement accounts, in-house research, client relationships, market trends, economic slowing, interest rates, Paul Harvey, Jesse Livermore, Edwin Leferv, Reminiscences of a Stock Operator, Dr. Mark Mobius, Billy Graham, financial independence More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley. Each episode offers clear, practical advice on investing, retirement planning, and smart money decisions to help you build financial confidence.

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]]> Episode 35: Attorney Mike Vogel on Estate Planning, Gift Tax, and Irrevocable Trusts - 08/23/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/35 4dc754b9-5442-431a-a642-3de04ffed94e Sat, 23 Aug 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 <p>This episode of "More for Your Money," hosted by John Berkley, features Attorney Mike Vogel discussing estate planning and elder law. Vogel clarifies Federal Gift Tax (Form 709), detailing the $19,000 annual exclusion and the $14 million lifetime exemption, noting gifts reduce this amount. He also addresses irrevocable trusts for Medicaid planning, explaining the 5-year look-back period while cautioning against their "oversold" nature and significant disadvantages like loss of asset control. Vogel emphasizes maintaining financial flexibility and the importance of tax knowledge in estate planning. Special Guest: Michael Vogel.</p> estate planning, Mike Vogel, elder law, Federal Gift Tax, Form 709, irrevocable trusts, Medicaid planning, long-term care, annual exclusion, lifetime exemption, 5-year look-back, asset protection, LLCs, S corporations, corporate formalities, operating agreements, step-up in basis, Form 1041, tax knowledge, trust administration, Vogel Law Firm, financial planning, market update, interest rates, Federal Reserve This episode of "More for Your Money," hosted by John Berkley, features Attorney Mike Vogel discussing estate planning and elder law. Vogel clarifies Federal Gift Tax (Form 709), detailing the $19,000 annual exclusion and the $14 million lifetime exemption, noting gifts reduce this amount. He also addresses irrevocable trusts for Medicaid planning, explaining the 5-year look-back period while cautioning against their "oversold" nature and significant disadvantages like loss of asset control. Vogel emphasizes maintaining financial flexibility and the importance of tax knowledge in estate planning.

Special Guest: Michael Vogel.

]]> This episode of "More for Your Money," hosted by John Berkley, features Attorney Mike Vogel discussing estate planning and elder law. Vogel clarifies Federal Gift Tax (Form 709), detailing the $19,000 annual exclusion and the $14 million lifetime exemption, noting gifts reduce this amount. He also addresses irrevocable trusts for Medicaid planning, explaining the 5-year look-back period while cautioning against their "oversold" nature and significant disadvantages like loss of asset control. Vogel emphasizes maintaining financial flexibility and the importance of tax knowledge in estate planning.

Special Guest: Michael Vogel.

]]> Episode 34: Ray Dalio on the Global Debt Crisis and Interest Rate Outlook - 08/16/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/34 d87641dc-ec04-491a-a3a1-1ae07961cadf Sat, 16 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -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 <p>Join John Berkley and Todd Berkley for an in-depth discussion centered on Ray Dalio's "The Changing World Order". They explore Dalio's warnings about the incredible global debt crisis across federal, personal, and corporate levels, and its profound implications for the global financial system.<br> The conversation also delves into the future of interest rates, particularly the divergence between short and long rates, and its potential impact on mortgage rates. Todd explains how the US dollar's status as a reserve currency influences borrowing costs and how banks are incentivized to keep short-term rates low. Listeners will gain insights into current market performance and the historical cycles of empires, prompting consideration of wealth accumulation versus wealth preservation strategies in a complex economic landscape. The show emphasizes the importance of disciplined investing and understanding these critical financial issues. Special Guest: Todd Berkley.</p> Ray Dalio, Global Debt Crisis, Interest Rates, The Changing World Order, Market Cycles, Wealth Accumulation, Wealth Preservation, Financial Advice, Hedge Fund, Economic Predictions, Reserve Currency, Inflation, Stock Market, S&P 500, NASDAQ, Russell 2000, Bull Market, Price Earnings Multiple, WCLO, More for Your Money, Debt Warning, Short Rates, Long Rates, Mortgage Rates, Financial System, Investment Strategy Join John Berkley and Todd Berkley for an in-depth discussion centered on Ray Dalio's "The Changing World Order". They explore Dalio's warnings about the incredible global debt crisis across federal, personal, and corporate levels, and its profound implications for the global financial system.
The conversation also delves into the future of interest rates, particularly the divergence between short and long rates, and its potential impact on mortgage rates. Todd explains how the US dollar's status as a reserve currency influences borrowing costs and how banks are incentivized to keep short-term rates low. Listeners will gain insights into current market performance and the historical cycles of empires, prompting consideration of wealth accumulation versus wealth preservation strategies in a complex economic landscape. The show emphasizes the importance of disciplined investing and understanding these critical financial issues.

Special Guest: Todd Berkley.

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The conversation also delves into the future of interest rates, particularly the divergence between short and long rates, and its potential impact on mortgage rates. Todd explains how the US dollar's status as a reserve currency influences borrowing costs and how banks are incentivized to keep short-term rates low. Listeners will gain insights into current market performance and the historical cycles of empires, prompting consideration of wealth accumulation versus wealth preservation strategies in a complex economic landscape. The show emphasizes the importance of disciplined investing and understanding these critical financial issues.

Special Guest: Todd Berkley.

]]> Episode 22: Memorial Day Edition: Impactful Stories https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/22 6cad6bf3-7c50-4fe4-b9cb-b1772dd70848 Sat, 24 May 2025 11:00:00 -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 <p>On this Memorial Day edition of More for Your Money, join John Berkley and guests for a market review, discussing trends, debt, interest rates, and the housing market. The episode also features impactful, patriotic stories shared for the holiday weekend, alongside insights on personal finance decisions like home buying versus retirement savings. Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.</p> Investing Podcast, Financial Podcast, Market Review, Stock Market, Market Trends, Interest Rates, Rising Interest Rates, US Debt, Government Debt, Debt Downgrade, Moody's, S&P, Fitch, Rating Agencies, Inflation, Quantitative Easing, Money Supply, Housing Market, Home Buying, Retirement Savings, Personal Finance Advice, Investment Strategy, Memorial Day, Patriotic Stories, Impactful Stories, You Could Hear a Pin Drop, Colon Powell, US Navy Admiral, Robert Whiting, Omaha Beach, D-Day, Normandy Beach, Point du hoc, Market Volatility, Economic Indicators, V-shaped recovery, bear market, Correction territory, Cheap Stock Market On this Memorial Day edition of More for Your Money, join John Berkley and guests for a market review, discussing trends, debt, interest rates, and the housing market. The episode also features impactful, patriotic stories shared for the holiday weekend, alongside insights on personal finance decisions like home buying versus retirement savings.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

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Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> Episode 16: Volatility and Vision: Understanding Market Moves and the Path to Financial, Time, and Purpose Freedom - 04/12/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/16 7b0de759-d21e-4851-aaf5-285b3d83c7c1 Sat, 12 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -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. 52:54 no <p>The episode includes discussion around an article about a "ski bum" who learned the importance of financial freedom before pursuing time freedom and purpose, aligning with George Kinder's three freedoms of life. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasized the importance of having a long-term investment strategy and focusing on what individuals can control during market volatility </p> Market Review, Stock Market, S&P 500, Dow Jones, NASDAQ, Russell 2000, Market Correction, Bear Market, Interest Rates, Bond Market, Conflicting Signals, Market Volatility, Oversold Market, PE Multiple, Financial Freedom, Time Freedom, Freedom of Purpose, Three Freedoms, Investment Strategy, Retirement, Life Insurance, George Kinder, Financial Life Planning, WCLO, Tim Bremel Show, Podcast, Quarterly Statements, Ticker Tape, Emotions in Investing, Long-Term Investing, Risk Assessment, Volatility as Opportunity, Building Portfolios, Strategy vs. Prediction, Client Communication, Financial Advisor, RMDs, Roth IRA, Debt Situation, Income, Assets, Insurance Policy Review, Non-Forfeiture Provisions, Tax Consequence, Financial Planning, Standard of Living, Control vs. No Control, Diversification The episode includes discussion around an article about a "ski bum" who learned the importance of financial freedom before pursuing time freedom and purpose, aligning with George Kinder's three freedoms of life. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasized the importance of having a long-term investment strategy and focusing on what individuals can control during market volatility

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]]> Episode 6: Tariffs, Gold, and the Debt: What History Might Teach Us About the Road Ahead - 2/1/25 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/6 bff63578-3447-4654-af81-ae56c0d031ae Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing In this week’s episode of More for Your Money, John Berkley is joined by the Uncommon Cents Investing committee—Greg, Todd, and Carson—for a wide-ranging, fast-paced discussion on market trends, inflation, gold, government debt, and the evolving role of tariffs in economic strategy. Drawing on insights from respected economist Lacy Hunt, the team explores whether deflation might be the next curveball for investors and how today’s policies echo some surprising historical parallels—like the Reagan era’s early pain and long-term gain. Along the way, they unpack the gold market, discuss the hidden cost of inflation on the middle class, and debate whether tariffs can be both a financial and geopolitical tool. If you’re looking to connect the dots between interest rates, debt, inflation, and long-term investing, this one’s for you. 52:54 no <p>On this episode of More for Your Money, it’s an “all-hands-on-deck” discussion as the Uncommon Cents Investing committee joins John in the studio to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface of the markets.</p> <p>They cover:</p> <p>Why the Dow is leading the indexes year-to-date—and what that might mean<br> The resurgence of gold: short-term hype or long-term trend?<br> Inflation, money supply, and how we measure economic reality (spoiler: Todd calls it the "CP-lie")<br> How government debt and interest costs are shaping future tax policy<br> Tariffs: the classical view vs. the modern playbook<br> What economist Lacy Hunt sees coming—and why deflation might be next<br> The conversation balances economic theory with plainspoken examples, including a memorable story from John’s early investing days and a look at the real-world consequences of inflation on future generations.</p> <p>Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just curious about what’s driving the markets, this episode invites you to think critically about where we’ve been—and where we might be going.</p> <p>Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.</p> stock market, gold prices, tariffs, inflation, deflation, national debt, government spending, long-term investing, economic history, interest rates, value vs growth, Lacy Hunt, Reaganomics, market cycles, Roth IRA conversions, economic theory, personal finance, bond market, uncommon cents investing, Janesville WI On this episode of More for Your Money, it’s an “all-hands-on-deck” discussion as the Uncommon Cents Investing committee joins John in the studio to explore what’s really going on beneath the surface of the markets.

They cover:

Why the Dow is leading the indexes year-to-date—and what that might mean
The resurgence of gold: short-term hype or long-term trend?
Inflation, money supply, and how we measure economic reality (spoiler: Todd calls it the "CP-lie")
How government debt and interest costs are shaping future tax policy
Tariffs: the classical view vs. the modern playbook
What economist Lacy Hunt sees coming—and why deflation might be next
The conversation balances economic theory with plainspoken examples, including a memorable story from John’s early investing days and a look at the real-world consequences of inflation on future generations.

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just curious about what’s driving the markets, this episode invites you to think critically about where we’ve been—and where we might be going.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

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They cover:

Why the Dow is leading the indexes year-to-date—and what that might mean
The resurgence of gold: short-term hype or long-term trend?
Inflation, money supply, and how we measure economic reality (spoiler: Todd calls it the "CP-lie")
How government debt and interest costs are shaping future tax policy
Tariffs: the classical view vs. the modern playbook
What economist Lacy Hunt sees coming—and why deflation might be next
The conversation balances economic theory with plainspoken examples, including a memorable story from John’s early investing days and a look at the real-world consequences of inflation on future generations.

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just curious about what’s driving the markets, this episode invites you to think critically about where we’ve been—and where we might be going.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

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