Henssler Money Talks
Henssler Money Talks is your trusted resource for your money, your future, your life. We discuss current market conditions and financial planning encompassing spending, saving, taxes, investments, insurance, retirement, estate plans, and more. We are here to answer your financial questions—email drgene@henssler.com or call 1-855-429-9166.
Money Talks: Your trusted resource for your money, your future, your life.
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539 episodes
Finfluencers and Financial Advice: Who Should You Trust?
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts turn their attention to the financial advice filling social media feeds. “Finfluencers” can introduce younger investors to valuable concepts like building credit, saving, and opening a Roth IRA, but popularity d...
August 22, 2026: Swipe, Spend, and Scroll
Credit cards can be a useful financial tool, but between rewards, premium perks, and an endless stream of advice about how to use them, it’s easy for the basics to get lost. We start with the habits that matter most, from budgeting and consumer...
Market All-Time Highs Don’t Put Your Financial Plan on Hold
With the stock market continuing to reach record territory, the “Henssler Money Talks” hosts tackle a familiar question: What do you do with fresh cash when stocks are already at all-time highs? From rebalancing and paying down high-interest de...
August 15, 2026: Student Loan Decisions, a Healthcare Revival & Record Highs
Some financial decisions can’t be made by looking at just one number. This week, we start with major changes coming to federal student loan repayment and why married borrowers may need to consider not only their monthly payment, but how their t...
Securities-Backed Lines of Credit: Convenient, but Not Without Risk
The “Henssler Money Talks” host take a closer look at securities-backed lines of credit and the heightened risks of borrowing against a concentrated stock position, including maintenance calls and forced sales when the share price falls. <...
August 8, 2026: Borrow Against It, Save for It, Count on It?
Accessing cash, building savings, and planning for retirement all involve choices between what we need today and what we may need tomorrow. We begin with securities-backed lines of credit and the heightened risks of borrowing against a concentr...
Portfolio Tradeoffs: There is No Unicorn Investment
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts discuss one of the most common challenges investors face: balancing competing priorities like income, growth, downside protection, and liquidity. We look at the tradeoffs behind every investment decision, why yo...
August 1, 2026: Sell-offs, Tradeoffs & Tip-offs
Technology continues to shape both the markets and the investment landscape. We begin with a look at the week’s biggest headlines—from Apple’s new leasing strategy and a strong earnings season to renewed pressure on global semiconductor stocks....
One Economy, Two Credit Realities
Why are some Americans building exceptional credit while others are falling further behind? Our latest “Henssler Money Talks” podcast explores the growing credit divide and what it reveals about today’s K-shaped economy. In this companion artic...
July 25, 2026: Navigating Mortgages, The Credit Divide, and Upsizing Retirement
Buying a home, building good credit, preparing for retirement, and navigating the markets all require looking beyond today’s headlines. Shanna Squires of Henssler Mortgage Advisors joins us to explain what actually happens during th...
Should You Still Follow Yesterday’s Financial Advice?
Financial advice often gets passed from one generation to the next, but not every rule is built for today's economy. The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts take a fresh look at some of the most common rules of thumb and discuss how they fit into mode...
July 18, 2026: Markets, Mortgages and Money Myths
This week on Henssler Money Talks, we're cutting through the noise to focus on the financial issues that could have the biggest impact on your decisions.We begin with a look at the latest market headlines—from CPI data and the start of e...
Trump Accounts, 529 Plans and Roth IRAs: Match the Account to the Goal
When saving for a child's future, the "best" account depends on what you're trying to accomplish. The hosts of “Henssler Money Talks” explore Trump Accounts, 529 plans, custodial accounts and Roth IRAs, highlighting the advantages, tradeoffs an...
July 11, 2026: More Than a Will, More Than a Savings Account
Planning for the future isn't just about growing your wealth — it's about making thoughtful decisions for how it's managed, transferred, and used to benefit the people you care about most. This week, we explore the financial and legal decisions...
The Social Security Question Everyone Asks — But Few Ask Correctly
The hosts of “Henssler Money Talks” discuss one of the most important — and most misunderstood — decisions in retirement: claiming Social Security. Rather than focusing solely on the "best" age to file, we examine how Social Security fits into ...
July 4, 2026: Markets, Main Street & Social Security
The first half of the year is behind us, the Fourth of July marks the unofficial midpoint of summer, and it's the perfect time to step back and assess where the markets, the economy, and your retirement plan stand today.Research Analyst ...
Preparing for Retirement's Most Expensive "What If"
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts tackle one of retirement’s biggest financial unknowns: long-term care. With care costs capable of disrupting even well-funded retirement plans, we’ll discuss the planning options available — from traditional lon...
June 27, 2026: The K-Shaped Economy, Compounding, and Long-Term Care
The economy may be sending mixed signals, but for many Americans, the difference comes down to one simple question: Do you earn your income, or do you own assets that generate wealth over time? In this episode, we examine today's “K-shaped econ...
How an HSA Can Become a Source of Tax-Free Retirement Funds
Health Savings Accounts are often praised as one of the most powerful tax-advantaged savings tools available, but accumulating assets is only half the equation. The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts explore how retirees can strategically use HSA bal...
June 20, 2026: World Cup Crowds, Market Narratives, and HSA Strategies
Major events, market narratives, and retirement planning may seem like completely different topics, but they all share a common theme: understanding the forces that shape financial outcomes before they show up in your portfolio.The FIFA ...
Before You Try to Avoid Probate, Understand It
Probate is one of the most misunderstood topics in estate planning. Many people know they want to avoid it, but few understand what probate is or why it exists in the first place. This week, attorney Kyle Rinaudo of Reeves Law, P.C., joins us f...
June 13, 2026: Probate, Partners, and Portfolios
Probate is one of the most misunderstood topics in estate planning. Many people know they want to avoid it, but few understand what probate is or why it exists in the first place. This week, attorney Kyle Rinaudo of Reeves Law, P.C., joins us f...
The Difference Between a Great Company and a Great Investment
Companies like SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic are expected to pursue public offerings at valuations that could rival or exceed the largest companies in history. The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts examine what trillion-dollar IPOs could mean for in...
June 6, 2026: Valuations, Vigilance, and Valuable Lessons
Every investor faces the same challenge: distinguishing excitement from opportunity, learning lessons from your mistakes, and separating short-term impulses from long-term strategy. In this episode, we tackle all three as we examine the next wa...
The Tax Rules That Shape Your Legacy
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts tackle a listener question about inheriting and gifting money. From estate taxes and inheritance taxes to annual gift exclusions and lifetime exemptions, we'll explain what the rules are — and just as importantl...