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.

Episodes

7 days ago

24 min

Investing beyond a bank account, Roth vs. Traditional IRA, inflation impact on my Chipotle run and good vs. bad debt.
 
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7 days ago

24 min

Aug 4, 2026

14 min

This episode provides a market update through July 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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Aug 4, 2026

14 min

Jul 17, 2026

21 min

Expected college expenses, how to pay for them and savings v. investing.
 
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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Jul 17, 2026

21 min

Jul 3, 2026

19 min

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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Jul 3, 2026

19 min

Jun 19, 2026

27 min

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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Jun 19, 2026

27 min

Jun 2, 2026

19 min

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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Jun 2, 2026

19 min

May 22, 2026

22 min

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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May 22, 2026

22 min

May 7, 2026

16 min

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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May 7, 2026

16 min

Apr 23, 2026

22 min

Here is a financial framework for those starting their first job – and a refresher for others already working.
 
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Apr 23, 2026

22 min

Apr 7, 2026

20 min

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.
Interested in learning more about our firm? Click here to schedule a call!

Apr 7, 2026

20 min

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