February 12th, 2012- Is 4% Still Viable, Why Annuities Can Still Make Sense, Seven Ways to Blow Your Financial Resloutions. 

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Match Maker Michigan

Radio Show Audio Seg 1. Market Update, Financial Fraud Segment, and don't foget Valentine's Day Guys!

Radio Show Audio Seg 2. Smart Money Article: "Is the 4% Rule Still Viable?"

Radio Show Audio Seg 3. Wall Street Journal Article: "An Annuity Can Still Make Sense."

Radio Show Audio Seg 4. Forbes Article: "Seven Ways to Blow Your New Year's Financial Resolutions."

February 5th, 2012 -Low Rates, Steps to Financial Health, and an article; "10 Reasons not to invest in Facebook".

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Memories by Mandy

Radio Show Audio Seg 1. Super Bowl Fraud, Market Update, Show Topic.

Radio Show Audio Seg 2. Wall Street Journal Article; "Feds Expects Low Rates Through 2014."

Radio Show Audio Seg 3. "Your 12 Step Approach to Financial Health in 2012."

Radio Show Audio Seg 4. Forbes Article: "10 Reasons NOT to Invest in Facebook."

January 29th, 2012-  Three-Step Retirement Planning Strategy For Couples.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Hutchinson Mansion Inn

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January 22nd, 2012 -Common Questions on How the Market Works.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: H2O

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January 15th, 2012-  Average Return.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Platinum Gymnastics

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January 8th, 2012 -Common Financial Mistakes.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Vogt's Flowers

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January 1st, 2012-  Best of Show. Topics of Sudden Wealth, How the Markets Work

and special guest Bob Carey, Chief Investment Officer of First Trust Portfolios.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Sight Optical Boutique

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December 25th, 2011 -Dividends, Interest, and Yields

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Grand Central Market

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December 18th, 2011 -  Fees. The Good, the Bad and the UGLY.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: The J Mar Salon

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December 11th, 2011 -Are Your Investment Decisions based on Evidence or Emotions?

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: John Russo's Wine Warehouse and Deli

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December 4th, 2011 - Now Is A Good Time To Review Your Financial Situation.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Brann's Sizzling Steakhouse

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November 26th, 2011 -

Sorry No Show This Week.

Jaime and Shannon Celebrated the Thanksgiving weekend with their families.

November 19th, 2011 - Identity Theft, What Is It And How To Deter It.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Helms Family Optical

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November 12th, 2011 - IRA Mistakes, Things To Look Out For And How To Avoid Them.

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local Business Spotlight: Crop Marks Printing

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November 5th, 2011 - You're Suddenly Wealthy, Now What?

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: HopCat

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October 29th, 2011 - Now Is A Good Time To Review Your Financial Situation

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Nourish Organic Market

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October 22nd, 2011 -Best Of Show. Highlights From Past Shows

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Ervine’s Auto Repair

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October 15th, 2011 - Fundamentals Of How The Market Works

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Sight Optical Boutique

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October 8th, 2011 - Market Volatility

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight:Standard Supply & Lumber

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October 1st, 2011 - Common Financial Mistakes

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: The Leonard At Logan House

September 24th, 2011 - Retirement Planning, Things to Consider

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Logical PC Solutions

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September 17th, 2011 - Estate Planning, Beyond the Will or Trust

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest: Attorney, Steve Cook

Local First Business Spotlight: Community Circle Theatre

September 10th, 2011 - Emergency Preparedness

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest: Lon Dolber, President & CEO - American Portfolios Financial Services

Guest: Capt. Thomas Sands, Michigan State Police EMHSD

Business Spotlight: Michigan State Police - Emergency Management & Homeland Security Division

MSP - Family Preparedness Guide

September 3rd, 2011 - Life Insurance: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

Hosts: Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: CQL  www.cqlcorp.com

August 27th, 2011 - Investment Decisions, Are they based on Evidence or Emotions

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Cascade Yoga Studio

August 20th, 2011 - Volatility & Average Return

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Ervine’s Auto Repair

August 13th, 2011 - The Good & Bad of Investment Tools

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: The Green Well

August 6th, 2011 - Fundamentals of how the Market Works

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: ACK – Sneaker & Apparel Boutique

July 30th, 2011 - IRA Mistakes

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Eco Trek Fitness

July 23rd, 2011 - Identity Theft

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): John Shuler, Senior Investigator Target Corporation

Chuck VanDuren, VanDuren-Irving West Insurance Agency

Local First Business Spotlight: Fruit Basket Flowerland

July 16th, 2011 - Questions from Listeners

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Sietsema Orchards and Cider Mill

July 9th, 2011 - Early Retirement Consideration

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Pikositos Mexican Restaurant

June 25th, 2011 - Insuring Your Risks

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Chuck VanDuren, VanDuren-Irving West insurance Agency www.viwins.com

Local First Business Spotlight: Hudsonville Creamery – makers of Hudsonville Ice Cream

June 18th, 2011 - Tools and Technologies

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Minty Keen

June 11th, 2011 - Tips for Planning Your Retirement

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Grand Rapids Community Media Center

June 4th, 2011 - Estate Planning: Beyond the Will or Trust

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Design Edge Sign Company

May 28th, 2011 - Dividends, Interest & Yields

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Monica’s Gourmet Cookies

May 21st, 2011 - Real Estate

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: DeGraaf Interiors

May 14th, 2011 - Common Financial Mistakes

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Art of the Table

May 7th, 2011 - Volatility – What is the impact on your portfolio

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Chuck VanDuren, Agency Manager/Owner, VanDuren Irving West Insurance Agency

Local First Business Spotlight: West Michigan Co-Op

April 23rd, 2011 - Are your Investment Decision based on Evidence or Emotions

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Chuck VanDuren, Agency Manager/Owner, VanDuren Irving West Insurance Agency

Local First Business Spotlight: Icon Sign

March 19th, 2011 - Common Financial Mistakes

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Guest: Chuck VanDuren, VanDuren, Irving, West Insurance Agency

Local First Business Spotlight: Community Automotive

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March 12th, 2011 - Technology & Tools To Help Manage Your Financial Life

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Earthkeeper Farm

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March 5th, 2011 - Unemployment – Budgeting During & Recovery Afterwards

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest: Shawn Pursley, Nerdswarm

Local First Business Spotlight: AAA Lawn Care

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February 26th, 2011 - Should You Downsize For Retirement

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest: Shawn Pursley, Nerdswarm

Local First Business Spotlight: The Image Shoppe

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February 19th, 2011 - Family Planning & Debt

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon - Guest: Chuck Van Duren, Van Duren Irving West Insurance

Local First Business Spotlight: Eastern Floral

February 12th, 2011 - Good Financial Steps for Newlyweds

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon - Guest: Bill Morgan, Morgan & Morgan CPAs

Local First Business Spotlight: Frames Unlimited

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February 5th, 2011- Tips for Planning Your Retirement

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Atomic Object

January 29th, 2011 - Things to Consider If You Are Facing Early Retirement

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Grand Rapids Sports & Social Club

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January 22nd, 2011 - What Do You Do With Sudden Wealth

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Boardwalk Subs

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January 15th, 2011 - Good Bye 2010, Now What’s In Store For 2011

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Select Bank

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January 8th, 2011 - If You Are Serious About Retirement, You May Need To Spend Less Now

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Chuck VanDuren, VanDuren, Irving West Insurance Agency, Social Media and Insurance

Local First Business Spotlight: Local First – Todd Wenzel Automotive and American Spoon - Justin Rashid

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January 1st, 2011 - It’s Never Too Early, It’s Never Too Late for Retirement Planning

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Local First Business Spotlight: Applied Imaging & Atomic Object

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December 25th, 2010 - Common Financial Mistakes

Host(s): Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Chuck VanDuren, VanDuren, Irving West Insurance Agency

Local First Business Spotlight: Local First – Annual Meeting and thanks to those who have supported local businesses.

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December 18th, 2010 - Year End 2010 Financial To-Do List

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest(s): Shawn Pursley, Nerdswarm; Computer Security, Windows Versions, Future Technology Trends

Local First Business Spotlight: Priority Health 800-471-2504, option 4 and BlueHouse Properties

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December 11th, 2010 - Market and other Risks that may affect Investments

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

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December 4th, 2010 - Making Investment Decisions, Online Shopping – Steps to Protect Yourself

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

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November 27th, 2010 - Tax Harvesting

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

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November 20th, 2010 - Volatility in the Market, Average Return, Holiday Shopping & Personal Safety

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

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November 13th, 2010 - How to find an Adviser. What to look for? Where do you look?

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

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November 6th, 2010 - Technologies/Tools to help you manage your Financial Life

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

Guest: Shawn Pursley, Nerdswarm; Online Shopping, Technology Deals & Black Friday Deals

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October 30th, 2010 - It’s Never Too Early, It’s Never Too Late for Retirement Planning

Host(s): Jaime Westenbarger & Shannon Simon

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October 23rd, 2010 - Identity theft, steps to take to deter, detect and defend your against identity theft.

Guest: John Shuler Sr. Investigator Target Corporation and President of the Michigan Chapter of IAFCI

Guest: Don Morgan, Morgan & Morgan CPAs - Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT)

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October 16th, 2010 - Risk and common mis-conceptions we have heard about risk

Guest: Don Morgan, Morgan & Morgan CPAs - IRS Audits, Areas of Concentration

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October 9th, 2010 - Planning for Retirement, Things to Consider During the Different Stages of Life - Part 2

Guest: Shawn Pursley, Nerdswarm - Net Neutrality & Future Trends

Guest: Don Morgan, Morgan & Morgan CPAs - IRS Audits, Areas of Concentration

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October 2nd, 2010 -

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September 25th, 2010

Life Insurance Awareness Month / Different Types of Life Insurance

Guest: Chuck VanDuren -VanDuren Irving West Insurance Agency

September 1th1, 2010- Life Insurance for Children: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

Guest: Shawn Pursley, Nerdswarm - Computer Security, Free Tools Available

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September 4th, 2010 - Is America Prepared to Retire? Different Types of Retirements Plans Available

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August 14th, 2010 - Technology - Tools to Use for Research and Tracking
Insurance - Things That Impact Your Rates
CPA - Taxes and Non-Profits

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