web02.fireside.fm Wed, 06 May 2026 14:39:13 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) More for Your Money - Episodes Tagged with “Investment Strategy” https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/tags/investment%20strategy Sat, 13 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -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 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.

]]> 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.

]]> 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Episode 27: Navigating Market Records, Understanding Price vs. Value, and Fred Smith's Economic Insights - 06/28/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/27 c59b3ce6-5e23-4afd-9ce2-dd40f103b9e2 Sat, 28 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -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 recaps current market records across major indexes like the Dow and S&amp;P, highlighting recent surges and new highs. John and Sheena delve into the "perplexing" challenge of determining price versus value in investing, examining historical price-to-earnings multiples. Plus, gain insights from FedEx founder Fred Smith's economic views on free enterprise versus government control and the impact of transfer payments. </p> Investing, market records, Dow, S&P, NASDAQ, Russell 2000, price vs. value, price-to-earnings multiple, P/E ratio, Fred Smith, FedEx, economic systems, free enterprise, government control, government transfer payments, market trends, market volatility, investment strategy, risk management, long-term investment, short-term investment, Roth IRA, 529 accounts, UTMA account, tariffs, inflation, deficits, Federal Reserve, liquidity, human nature in investing, bull market, bear market, financial advisor, money management This episode recaps current market records across major indexes like the Dow and S&P, highlighting recent surges and new highs. John and Sheena delve into the "perplexing" challenge of determining price versus value in investing, examining historical price-to-earnings multiples. Plus, gain insights from FedEx founder Fred Smith's economic views on free enterprise versus government control and the impact of transfer payments.

]]> This episode recaps current market records across major indexes like the Dow and S&P, highlighting recent surges and new highs. John and Sheena delve into the "perplexing" challenge of determining price versus value in investing, examining historical price-to-earnings multiples. Plus, gain insights from FedEx founder Fred Smith's economic views on free enterprise versus government control and the impact of transfer payments.

]]> Episode 26: Market Valuations, Financial Repression, and the Psychology of Investing - 06/21/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/26 65ee1daa-e570-4f2b-92e8-1aca7494bf53 Sat, 21 Jun 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" features John Berkley, Greg, and Todd discussing market performance, historically high price-earnings multiples, and AI's influence on growth. Topics include "financial repression," structural inflation, income inequality, and contrarian economic views. Uncommon Cents Investing shares their approach of disciplined, long-term value investing in individual stocks, emphasizing the psychology of investing. Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.</p> investment advisory, fee-based firm, registered investment advisor, fiduciary standard, market performance, S&P performance, price-earnings multiples, elevated valuations, Artificial Intelligence (AI) impact, accelerating growth rates, financial repression, central bank actions, asset prices, structural inflation, government deficits, income inequality, value stocks, individual common stocks, long-term strategy, not timing the market, portfolio building, client objectives, time horizons, psychology of investing, contrarian economic views, Lacy Hunt, Jeremy Siegel, Ray Dalio, deflation, estate planning This episode of "More for Your Money" features John Berkley, Greg, and Todd discussing market performance, historically high price-earnings multiples, and AI's influence on growth. Topics include "financial repression," structural inflation, income inequality, and contrarian economic views. Uncommon Cents Investing shares their approach of disciplined, long-term value investing in individual stocks, emphasizing the psychology of investing.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> This episode of "More for Your Money" features John Berkley, Greg, and Todd discussing market performance, historically high price-earnings multiples, and AI's influence on growth. Topics include "financial repression," structural inflation, income inequality, and contrarian economic views. Uncommon Cents Investing shares their approach of disciplined, long-term value investing in individual stocks, emphasizing the psychology of investing.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Episode 18: Analyzing a Big Up Week - V-Shape, Bear Trap, and Uncommon Cents Investing's Value Strategy https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/18 bd659ce4-20fc-48b4-89e2-ee5fca5b6e13 Sat, 26 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. 52:50 no <p>The Uncommon Cents Investing Investment Committee discusses a strong market "up week". They debate V-shaped recovery vs. bear trap/secular bear market, highlighting their value investing strategy focusing on staying fully invested and managing investor emotion. A listener emphasizes the value of financial planners. Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.</p> More for Your Money, John Berkley, Uncommon Cents Investing, Market Report, Stock Market Analysis, Market Volatility, V-shaped recovery, Bear trap, Secular bear market, Value Investing, Growth vs Value Stocks, Investor Emotion, Financial Planner, Investment Strategy, Fully Invested Strategy, Portfolio Diversification, Market Risk Management, Stock Valuations, Non-US Investing, Small Cap Stocks The Uncommon Cents Investing Investment Committee discusses a strong market "up week". They debate V-shaped recovery vs. bear trap/secular bear market, highlighting their value investing strategy focusing on staying fully invested and managing investor emotion. A listener emphasizes the value of financial planners.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> The Uncommon Cents Investing Investment Committee discusses a strong market "up week". They debate V-shaped recovery vs. bear trap/secular bear market, highlighting their value investing strategy focusing on staying fully invested and managing investor emotion. A listener emphasizes the value of financial planners.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> Episode 17: Understanding Market Breadth, P/E Calculations, and Valuation Indicators - 04/19/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/17 15671264-68c7-476f-884e-62a36695950d Sat, 19 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -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>In this episode, Todd Berkley joins John in a discussion of the current state of the market, noting that the S&amp;P 500 was down for the week despite more stocks going up than down. The conversation delved into the complexities of price-earnings multiples, highlighting the differences between simple and aggregate calculations, as well as market-cap weighted versus equal-weighted P/E ratios. Todd explained the Buffett indicator, which compares total market cap to GDP, and the Schiller P/E, a 10-year inflation-adjusted ratio, both suggesting the market is expensive. They also touched upon the influence of events like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on the market and discussed the insights of successful investors like Felix Zulauf, who had made accurate market predictions, and the perspective of Jeremy Siegel on potentially permanently higher P/E multiples due to increased money supply Special Guest: Todd Berkley.</p> S&P 500, market report, market breadth, price-earnings multiple, P/E ratio, simple P/E, aggregate P/E, market-cap weighted P/E, equal-weighted P/E, Buffett indicator, Wilshire 5000, GDP, Schiller P/E, 10-year P/E, inflation adjustment, market valuation, overvalued market, undervalued market, Warren Buffett, Robert Schiller, Felix Zulauf, Jeremy Siegel, dot-com bubble, 2008 financial crisis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, value investing, growth investing, John Berkley, More for Your Money, investment strategy, money supply, inflation, recession In this episode, Todd Berkley joins John in a discussion of the current state of the market, noting that the S&P 500 was down for the week despite more stocks going up than down. The conversation delved into the complexities of price-earnings multiples, highlighting the differences between simple and aggregate calculations, as well as market-cap weighted versus equal-weighted P/E ratios. Todd explained the Buffett indicator, which compares total market cap to GDP, and the Schiller P/E, a 10-year inflation-adjusted ratio, both suggesting the market is expensive. They also touched upon the influence of events like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on the market and discussed the insights of successful investors like Felix Zulauf, who had made accurate market predictions, and the perspective of Jeremy Siegel on potentially permanently higher P/E multiples due to increased money supply

Special Guest: Todd Berkley.

]]> In this episode, Todd Berkley joins John in a discussion of the current state of the market, noting that the S&P 500 was down for the week despite more stocks going up than down. The conversation delved into the complexities of price-earnings multiples, highlighting the differences between simple and aggregate calculations, as well as market-cap weighted versus equal-weighted P/E ratios. Todd explained the Buffett indicator, which compares total market cap to GDP, and the Schiller P/E, a 10-year inflation-adjusted ratio, both suggesting the market is expensive. They also touched upon the influence of events like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on the market and discussed the insights of successful investors like Felix Zulauf, who had made accurate market predictions, and the perspective of Jeremy Siegel on potentially permanently higher P/E multiples due to increased money supply

Special Guest: 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

]]> 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

]]> Episode 14: Navigating Market Volatility and the Looming Debt Challenge - 03/29/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/14 3fd1c73d-19ae-4894-b71c-4a9836995bee Sat, 29 Mar 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. 52:54 no <p>More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley. During this segment, Berkley and guests Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley discuss recent market performance, noting a decline across major indexes. They analyze factors contributing to this, including consumer confidence, inflation, and potential impacts of tariffs. A significant portion of the discussion centers on insights from David Stockman regarding the national debt and the difficult choices needed for fiscal reform. The hosts and a caller also touch upon potential economic consequences of unchecked deficit spending and different investment strategies in the current climate. Ultimately, the conversation offers listeners an analysis of current economic conditions and investment considerations. Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.</p> Market selloff, S&P 500, value stocks, growth stocks, JDB indicator, macroeconomic issues, consumer confidence, Michigan sentiment index, inflation, PCE, tariffs, price-earnings (PE) multiple, reversion to the mean, Jeremy Siegel, Stocks for the Long Run, David Stockman, Office of Management and Budget, Ronald Reagan, national debt, budget deficit, spending cuts, VA, military spending, entitlement programs, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, sovereign bankruptcy, reserve currency, devaluation of currency, living standards, Ray Dalio, Changing World Order, Thomas Jefferson, public debt, value investing, risk tolerance, Uncommon Cents Investing More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley. During this segment, Berkley and guests Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley discuss recent market performance, noting a decline across major indexes. They analyze factors contributing to this, including consumer confidence, inflation, and potential impacts of tariffs. A significant portion of the discussion centers on insights from David Stockman regarding the national debt and the difficult choices needed for fiscal reform. The hosts and a caller also touch upon potential economic consequences of unchecked deficit spending and different investment strategies in the current climate. Ultimately, the conversation offers listeners an analysis of current economic conditions and investment considerations.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley. During this segment, Berkley and guests Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley discuss recent market performance, noting a decline across major indexes. They analyze factors contributing to this, including consumer confidence, inflation, and potential impacts of tariffs. A significant portion of the discussion centers on insights from David Stockman regarding the national debt and the difficult choices needed for fiscal reform. The hosts and a caller also touch upon potential economic consequences of unchecked deficit spending and different investment strategies in the current climate. Ultimately, the conversation offers listeners an analysis of current economic conditions and investment considerations.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> Episode 13: Investment Accounts for Children and Grandchildren - 03/22/2025 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/13 fb77f939-a26a-4a2f-a7fa-b9fde0d64a18 Sat, 22 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -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>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. In this episode, John is joined by Krista Berkley, who shares insights on investment accounts for children and grandchildren, such as UTMAs, minor Roth IRAs, and 529 plans, stressing the benefits of early financial planning.</p> <p>For more resources or to schedule an intro call, visit uncommoncentsinvesting.com.</p> <p>Disclosure: Uncommon Cents Investing is a registered investment advisor with the SEC. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment advice. For full disclosures, visit Uncommon Cents Investing’s ADV and Form CRS. Special Guest: Krista Berkley.</p> nvesting podcast, retirement planning, financial advice, Uncommon Cents Investing, money management, wealth building, personal finance, financial planning, stock market tips, Janesville financial advisors, CFP podcast, portfolio management, smart investing, financial confidence, money tips, retirement income strategies, investment insights, financial education, radio financial show, More for Your Money podcast 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. In this episode, John is joined by Krista Berkley, who shares insights on investment accounts for children and grandchildren, such as UTMAs, minor Roth IRAs, and 529 plans, stressing the benefits of early financial planning.

For more resources or to schedule an intro call, visit uncommoncentsinvesting.com.

Disclosure: Uncommon Cents Investing is a registered investment advisor with the SEC. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment advice. For full disclosures, visit Uncommon Cents Investing’s ADV and Form CRS.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> 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. In this episode, John is joined by Krista Berkley, who shares insights on investment accounts for children and grandchildren, such as UTMAs, minor Roth IRAs, and 529 plans, stressing the benefits of early financial planning.

For more resources or to schedule an intro call, visit uncommoncentsinvesting.com.

Disclosure: Uncommon Cents Investing is a registered investment advisor with the SEC. This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment advice. For full disclosures, visit Uncommon Cents Investing’s ADV and Form CRS.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> Episode 10: How UCI Manages Money (Buy List) with UCI Investment Committee (Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley) - 3/1/25 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/10 https://www.wclo.com/?post_type=episode&p=128452 Sat, 01 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing John Berkley is joined by Uncommon Cents Investing’s Investment Committee—Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley—for a detailed conversation about how UCI manages money. They walk through the firm’s disciplined approach to building and maintaining a buy list, how portfolios are tailored to each client, and why UCI avoids cookie-cutter models. From sector analysis to tax-aware strategies, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the real work that goes into managing investments with care and intention. 52:54 no <p>Ever wondered how investment professionals choose what goes into your portfolio? In this episode, John Berkley sits down with Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley from the Uncommon Cents Investing Investment Committee to explain UCI’s in-house approach to managing money. They explore how the firm builds its buy list, why value stocks remain a core focus, and how each client’s risk profile, account type, and goals shape portfolio construction. You’ll also hear about how market orders, limit orders, and tax strategy factor into day-to-day management. It’s a great episode for anyone who wants to understand the “why” behind their investments. Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.</p> investment committee, buy list, Uncommon Cents Investing, portfolio building, Greg Snyder, Todd Berkley, John Berkley, value investing, risk tolerance, personalized portfolios, investment strategy, market orders, limit orders, stock screening, retirement planning, taxable accounts, Roth IRA, small-cap stocks, individual stock selection, investment discipline, Wisconsin financial advisors Ever wondered how investment professionals choose what goes into your portfolio? In this episode, John Berkley sits down with Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley from the Uncommon Cents Investing Investment Committee to explain UCI’s in-house approach to managing money. They explore how the firm builds its buy list, why value stocks remain a core focus, and how each client’s risk profile, account type, and goals shape portfolio construction. You’ll also hear about how market orders, limit orders, and tax strategy factor into day-to-day management. It’s a great episode for anyone who wants to understand the “why” behind their investments.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> Ever wondered how investment professionals choose what goes into your portfolio? In this episode, John Berkley sits down with Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley from the Uncommon Cents Investing Investment Committee to explain UCI’s in-house approach to managing money. They explore how the firm builds its buy list, why value stocks remain a core focus, and how each client’s risk profile, account type, and goals shape portfolio construction. You’ll also hear about how market orders, limit orders, and tax strategy factor into day-to-day management. It’s a great episode for anyone who wants to understand the “why” behind their investments.

Special Guests: Greg Snyder and Todd Berkley.

]]> Episode 9: Questions to Ask Financial Advisors - 2/22/25 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/9 https://www.wclo.com/?post_type=episode&p=128190 Sat, 22 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing John Berkley is joined by his daughter and fellow financial professional Krista Berkley for a conversational and insightful episode focused on empowering listeners with the right questions to ask when meeting a financial advisor. Whether you’re just getting started or considering switching firms, Krista and John share their perspectives on investment philosophy, risk tolerance, how accounts are managed, and why fit and communication matter more than flashy sales pitches. This episode is all about giving you more confidence when choosing who to trust with your money. 52:54 no <p>What should you ask before hiring a financial advisor? In this special episode, John Berkley welcomes Krista Berkley, a licensed advisor and family member with a slightly different business model, for a friendly but practical conversation about what truly matters when choosing someone to help manage your money. They break down key questions to bring into a first meeting—from investment philosophy and account rebalancing to risk tolerance and how your advisor gets paid.</p> <p>Krista shares the importance of fit, transparency, and long-term strategy over trends or fancy plans. Plus, they highlight how different models (fee-based vs. commission, in-house management vs. third-party) can each serve a purpose depending on your goals. Whether you're new to investing or rethinking your current relationship, this episode helps you ask the right questions so you can make smart, confident decisions. Special Guest: Krista Berkley.</p> financial advisor questions, how to choose a financial advisor, investment philosophy, risk tolerance, account management, retirement planning, Uncommon Cents Investing, Krista Berkley, John Berkley, value investing, portfolio strategy, financial literacy, money confidence, investment strategy, local advisor, Janesville Wisconsin, fee-based advisor, third-party managers, wealth management, financial guidance, advisor fit, family-run firm, UCI What should you ask before hiring a financial advisor? In this special episode, John Berkley welcomes Krista Berkley, a licensed advisor and family member with a slightly different business model, for a friendly but practical conversation about what truly matters when choosing someone to help manage your money. They break down key questions to bring into a first meeting—from investment philosophy and account rebalancing to risk tolerance and how your advisor gets paid.

Krista shares the importance of fit, transparency, and long-term strategy over trends or fancy plans. Plus, they highlight how different models (fee-based vs. commission, in-house management vs. third-party) can each serve a purpose depending on your goals. Whether you're new to investing or rethinking your current relationship, this episode helps you ask the right questions so you can make smart, confident decisions.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> What should you ask before hiring a financial advisor? In this special episode, John Berkley welcomes Krista Berkley, a licensed advisor and family member with a slightly different business model, for a friendly but practical conversation about what truly matters when choosing someone to help manage your money. They break down key questions to bring into a first meeting—from investment philosophy and account rebalancing to risk tolerance and how your advisor gets paid.

Krista shares the importance of fit, transparency, and long-term strategy over trends or fancy plans. Plus, they highlight how different models (fee-based vs. commission, in-house management vs. third-party) can each serve a purpose depending on your goals. Whether you're new to investing or rethinking your current relationship, this episode helps you ask the right questions so you can make smart, confident decisions.

Special Guest: Krista Berkley.

]]> 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 <p>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.</p> <p>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).</p> <p>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. </p> 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Episode 2: Navigating Trusts, Special Needs Planning, and Estate Considerations with Atty Robb Leach - 11/02/24 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/2 53bdcc5e-e4cc-40d2-945a-085e89d61f88 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0500 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing Join John Berkley and Sheena Hanson of Uncommon Cents Investing as they share practical financial insights and strategies to help you get more for your money. 53:04 no <p>More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley and Sheena Hanson. Each episode offers clear, practical advice on investing, retirement planning, and smart money decisions to help you build financial confidence.</p> <p>Special Needs Trusts, Wills vs. Trusts, and More: This episode covers crucial estate planning topics, including a detailed explanation of special needs trusts and a candid discussion on whether a trust is always the best option compared to wills and marital property agreements in Wisconsin.</p> Investing podcast, retirement planning, financial advice, Uncommon Cents Investing, money management, wealth building, personal finance, financial planning, stock market tips, Janesville financial advisors, CFP podcast, portfolio management, smart investing, financial confidence, money tips, retirement income strategies, investment insights, financial education, radio financial show, More for Your Money podcast More for Your Money is a weekly podcast from Uncommon Cents Investing, hosted by John Berkley and Sheena Hanson. Each episode offers clear, practical advice on investing, retirement planning, and smart money decisions to help you build financial confidence.

Special Needs Trusts, Wills vs. Trusts, and More: This episode covers crucial estate planning topics, including a detailed explanation of special needs trusts and a candid discussion on whether a trust is always the best option compared to wills and marital property agreements in Wisconsin.

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Special Needs Trusts, Wills vs. Trusts, and More: This episode covers crucial estate planning topics, including a detailed explanation of special needs trusts and a candid discussion on whether a trust is always the best option compared to wills and marital property agreements in Wisconsin.

]]> Episode 1: Navigating Your Medicare Choices: A Discussion on Supplements and Advantage Plans - 09/28/24 https://moreforyourmoney.fireside.fm/1 76540f2f-5ade-49a5-a6ad-53d3839c64aa Sat, 28 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400 Uncommon Cents Investing full Uncommon Cents Investing Join John Berkley and Sheena Hanson of Uncommon Cents Investing as they share practical financial insights and strategies to help you get more for your money. 53:04 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> <p>This episode of More for Your Money features a discussion with insurance expert Dave Bomkamp on navigating your Medicare choices. Learn the key differences between Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans, including network restrictions, referral requirements, and portability. Understand the importance of the Medicare Open Enrollment period (October 15 - December 7) for making changes. We also cover underwriting, drug coverage (Part D) and potential penalties, and why you should protect your Medicare number. Whether you're new to Medicare or considering a change, this episode provides valuable insights! Special Guest: Dave Bomkamp.</p> Investing podcast, retirement planning, financial advice, Uncommon Cents Investing, money management, wealth building, personal finance, financial planning, stock market tips, Janesville financial advisors, CFP podcast, portfolio management, smart investing, financial confidence, money tips, retirement income strategies, investment insights, financial education, radio financial show, More for Your Money podcast 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.

This episode of More for Your Money features a discussion with insurance expert Dave Bomkamp on navigating your Medicare choices. Learn the key differences between Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans, including network restrictions, referral requirements, and portability. Understand the importance of the Medicare Open Enrollment period (October 15 - December 7) for making changes. We also cover underwriting, drug coverage (Part D) and potential penalties, and why you should protect your Medicare number. Whether you're new to Medicare or considering a change, this episode provides valuable insights!

Special Guest: Dave Bomkamp.

]]> 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.

This episode of More for Your Money features a discussion with insurance expert Dave Bomkamp on navigating your Medicare choices. Learn the key differences between Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans, including network restrictions, referral requirements, and portability. Understand the importance of the Medicare Open Enrollment period (October 15 - December 7) for making changes. We also cover underwriting, drug coverage (Part D) and potential penalties, and why you should protect your Medicare number. Whether you're new to Medicare or considering a change, this episode provides valuable insights!

Special Guest: Dave Bomkamp.

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