Mesirow Mondays on WGNĀ 720
ā€œYour Money Mattersā€

On the first Monday of each month, Mesirow thought leaders appear on WGN Radio 720’s Your Money Matters with Jon Hansen, sharing practical insights on personal finance, investing, wealth management and retirement planning.

March 2026

WGN Mesirow Monday: The mistake of filing taxes too early

Advanced Planning Specialist and Mesirow Wealth Advisor Gary Pattengale talks about tax season.

February 2026

WGN Mesirow Monday: Love and money–The relationship between spouses and their finances

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Gregg Lunceford talks about how couples need to have conversations about their finances.

January 2026

WGN Mesirow Monday: Financial hiccups that could emerge in 2026

Senior Vice President and Director of Research Sumit Desai discusses his advice for 2026 and what to beware of.

December 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: The spirit of giving and its tax benefits

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Jennifer Gartenberg discusses smart financial steps to take before year‑end.

October 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: Five spookiest things you can do to your finances

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Noah Bloch outlines five common risks to your financial future—and strategies to avoid them.

September 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: When should teens start thinking about retirement savings?

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Jennifer Rosenblum shares smart money habits to help teens build a strong financial foundation early.

August 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: Gen Z's path to financial stability

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Gregg Lunceford examines the complex financial challenges younger generations face and ways to prepare for the future.

June 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: To Roth or not to Roth

Mesirow Advanced Planning Specialist and Wealth Advisor Gary Pattengale breaks down Roth IRA strategies tailored for high-net-worth investors.

May 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: Tariff fears, uncertainties and staying the course

Mesirow Wealth Management's Director of Research Sumit Desai discusses staying disciplined during market downturns and avoiding emotional decisions.

April 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: It's time to talk to your family about finances

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Gregg Lunceford highlights why open conversations about money with family are essential—and how to start them.

March 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: Are you a renter or a buyer?

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Noah Bloch shares key considerations for anyone planning to buy a home.

January 2025
WGN Mesirow Monday: What are the top factors that contribute to retirement success?

Mesirow Wealth Advisor Gregg Lunceford explores key factors that drive retirement success.

Any questions one of our wealth advisors can help you with?

Spark

A quarterly email that brings together insights from across the entire Mesirow organization, with perspectives on markets, sectors and investing in what matters.

By clicking Sign up you're confirming that you agree with our Terms of use policy.
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Mesirow offers links to other third party websites that may be of interest, are provided solely for your convenience, and may assist you in locating other useful information on the Internet. These sites are not under the control of Mesirow. We are not responsible for the content of linked third party websites. We make no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy of the information contained in the linked sites. We suggest that you always verify the information obtained from linked websites before acting upon this information.