The Financial Translator
Kirk Kreikemeier, CFP® and Principal Advisor of Pebble Valley Wealth Management, gives his guidance and opinion on financial, market, and economic topics to help listeners move from confusion to confidence. Visit our website at pvwealthmgt.com.
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Friday Jul 03, 2026
Friday Jul 03, 2026
This episode provides a market update through June 30, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.
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Friday Jun 19, 2026
Friday Jun 19, 2026
SS and Medicare Trust Funds are projected to hit $0 in less than eight years. Payroll taxes will continue, but only cover 83% and 89% of benefits. Here is an overview of these programs in a Q&A format.
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Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
This episode provides a market update through May 31, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.
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Friday May 22, 2026
Friday May 22, 2026
Before moving your 2025 tax return to the electronic file, take a look at some key lines to guide 2026 tax planning.
Head over to my recent blog post for more information, including visuals to walk you through this blog.
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Thursday May 07, 2026
Thursday May 07, 2026
This episode provides a market update through April 30, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.
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Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Here is a financial framework for those starting their first job – and a refresher for others already working.
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Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
This episode provides a market update through March 31, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.
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Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Free money is good – from both Treasury and individual donors – but be sure to consider existing alternative accounts for new deposits.
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Thursday Mar 05, 2026
Thursday Mar 05, 2026
This episode provides a market update through February 28, 2026! Want to learn more about this? Head over to our recent blog post for more information, including graphs and visuals to walk you through this market update.
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Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
The key documents your accountant needs – and yes, there is still time for contributions to impact the 2025 tax year.