Have Markets Become the ‘Safe’ Asset
In a recent Wall Street Journal article, “Gen Z, Locked Out of Home Buying, Puts Its Money in the Market,” a 23-year-old renter said she feels her money is safer in the stock market than in a house. To borrow a Gen Z phrase, we were a little “shook.” But it led us to ask […]
Laying the Financial Groundwork for a Growing Family
A baby boom is currently underway at Henssler, prompting a poignant discussion about how welcoming a child changes your financial life and the important first steps every new parent should take. Topics include establishing the appropriate legal protections, reviewing insurance coverage, understanding new tax benefits, and determining when to start saving for college. This episode offers a clear financial starting point during one of life’s most significant transitions.
Navigating Student Loan Repayment as Federal Programs Shift
Student loans are back in the spotlight, with significant changes carrying major implications for millions of borrowers. The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts break down what’s happening with income-driven repayment plans, including updates to IBR and the emerging Repayment Assistance Plan, and how these shifts may affect monthly payments and long-term forgiveness timelines.
Your Savings Priority List: What to Fund First—and Why It Matters
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts explore the recommended “order to savings”—and why it’s not a one-size-fits-all formula. From employer retirement plans to Roth IRAs to taxable brokerage accounts, where you save first can depend on your goals, timeline, and tax picture. We break down the most common prioritization framework and help you think through the right path for your personal situation.
Young Grads Bear the Brunt of Tightening Labor Market
The Class of 2025 is graduating into the toughest job market in decades—fewer postings, more competition, and AI reshaping entry-level roles. What does this mean for new grads and the future of white-collar work?
Key Higher Education Changes in the New Tax Bill
Big changes are coming for student loans, 529 plans, and college costs. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshapes borrowing limits, repayment options, and even taxes on wealthy universities.
Don’t Get Played by a “Finfluencer”: Why Your Tax Pro Should Be Your First Call
Scrolling for financial tips? Be careful—what sounds like savvy advice on TikTok could leave you owing thousands to the IRS. Before you follow that “tax hack” or investment shortcut, read this. We break down why social media isn’t the place for serious financial advice—and what to look for instead.
Borrowers in Default on Federal Student Loans Face Imminent Collection Efforts
As of May 5, 2025, borrowers with defaulted federal student loans will be referred to a federal debt collection service and may eventually be subject to wage garnishment.
Financial Support for Adult Children: A Hidden Drain on Retirement Savings
Nearly half of U.S. parents are still footing the bill for Gen Z and millennials—shelling out an average of $1,500 monthly. Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, as they unpack the latest data, explore why working-age Gen Z are getting the most help, and ask: How is it affecting parents’ annual spending and their financial plan?
ETFs Are Closing the Gap with Mutual Funds
Investor demand for ETFs has skyrocketed, with over $10 trillion invested by the end of 2024. But what sets them apart from mutual funds? From lower costs to tax efficiency and trading flexibility, ETFs offer unique advantages that investors are taking notice of.