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A MIND FOR MONEY
A podcast designed to help you wrap your mind around your own financial situation.
latest episodes
The banker's dictionary
Have you ever looked at your bank account activity and been confused by all of the terms and acronyms? Today, Timmy sits down with Molly Martin to go over some of the most common banking terms and acronyms.
New year's resolutions
When it comes to finance, a new year can mean a whole new you! On this episode, we sit down with Mary Asby to talk about ways to assess your finances for the new year and goals to strive for by the year's end.
Healthcare savings quick guide
Health insurance is complicated. Paying for your medical expenses can be even more complicated. Today, we sit down with Beth Keizer to discuss HSAs, FSAs and how to use them.
How do I pay for college?
Timmy sits down with Ryan Dahms to discuss the process of paying for college and also discuss alternatives to the traditional 4-year school.
Common misconceptions
People have a lot of questions when it comes to banking, but what about the situations where people don’t ask the questions? We talk with Jake Starck about a wide variety of different circumstances where people often misunderstand how banks work.
Taxes… a sure thing
Benjamin Franklin once famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” As soon as you hit the working world, income taxes become a guaranteed part of your life. Eric Kramer from East Troy Tax Service is here to share pointers on how to be ready to file your annual income tax return and how to know if you are having enough withheld from your paychecks.
Scamming granny
Taking advantage of senior citizens is, unfortunately, one of the most common types of fraud we see. By building awareness around Elder Financial Abuse, we hope to protect our customers from becoming victims. Aimee McGinty from the Elder Rights Project joins us to outline what types of things may indicate abuse and what resources are available for seniors and their families.
Advice from a CEO... and dad
You’ve heard that father knows best… When your dad also happens to be the CEO of a bank, he must have the best financial advice ever, right? Timmy gets the scoop straight from the guy who taught him about money, Citizens Bank President & CEO Jeff Standafer – from how to set yourself up for financial success to what you should do if you get in a money crunch.
Adulting starter pack
Adulting comes with many responsibilities, like getting a “real” job, paying your own bills, and cleaning up your place because no one else is there to do it. Making sure you have the right financial tools in place is a great way to set yourself up for adulting success. Our resident young adult Alyssa Kramer shares pointers on how to get started.
Buy a home like a boss
When you’re in the market for a new home, there are certain protocols to be followed – yet most people are unaware of what makes for good home buying etiquette. Local real estate expert Gina Dingman is here to help you avoid the many faux pas she has seen over the years, so that you can be the best home buyer you can be.
Your burning questions, answered
We said: Let us know what you want to know! You asked: Are online banks safe? Should I use a debit card or credit card? How should I finance a new car? Any tips for saving a down payment for a house? How much money do I need to comfortably retire? Find out who won our contest and get the answers to these burning questions!
More money for less honey
Why is everything from gas and groceries to rent and utilities costing so much more than it did before? One word: Inflation! Watcher of the economy Stef Bonesteel explains what inflation is, why we’re feeling its impacts like we are now, and what you can do to adjust.
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About Us
Your Host, Timmy Standafer
Timmy Standafer is a banker, audio producer, musician, and even a former business owner. With a degree in marketing from UW-Whitewater, Timmy has amassed a wide variety of skills spanning the business and audio/visual worlds. His goal as a host is to embody the audience, asking questions of local experts with the experience to answer them.
Presented by Citizens Bank
At Citizens Bank, we've been around awhile ... but that doesn't mean we're set in our old ways. In fact, just the opposite is true. We are constantly looking at how we do business in search of a better way to do business. We're also on a mission to demystify banking and finances so everyone has the confidence they need to feel in control of their money.
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