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"Building wealth for life" with the team at SGL Financial. Join hosts Gabriel & Steve Lewit for all the latest in financial news, trends, strategies & more!

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 243: Super Bowl Financial Predictions

    Game on! In today’s episode of Our 2 Cents, the Lewits break down early February headlines, share their Super Bowl insights, and tackle listener questions. Tune in using the link below! Gabriel's Quick Hits:The torch is lit, and the Winter Olympics are officially underway.Groundhog Day verdicts are in! Are you Team Punxsutawney Phil or Team Woodstock Willie?The Super Bowl Indicator:Is your Super Bowl pick also your market prediction?Listener Questions:"My daughter is 12 years old and helps with work around our home. We pay her to teach her responsibility and the value of earning money. Does her work qualify as earned income and can I fund a Roth IRA for her based on that?" — Hisham"I was paying $113,000 for both of my kids to go to school out east 8-10 years ago. I had two in college at the same time. Can I ask what you think of donor advised funds?"— Scott"Do you consider bonds to be a good source of retirement income?"— Megan"I retired three years ago thinking that my wife would be retiring soon after me. I bought a camper and everything; I’m ready to see the country. She keeps saying that we need her to work for six more months, but then when that six months is up, she says we need her to work for six more months. How do I convince her that it’s ok to retire?"— Richard

    33 min

  2. JAN 30

    Episode 242: Your Financial Calendar

    We’re ready to roll on this episode of Our 2 Cents! On today’s show, the Lewits close out January with a timely discussion on financial wellness—plus a clear roadmap to help you set your financial course for the year ahead. Tune in using the link below! Gabriel's Quick Hits:Just a little Fed update...What do Americans think about the morals and ethical standards of these professions?January is Financial Wellness Month:What is financial wellness, and what does it mean for your financial future?Annual Financial Planning Calendar:Here's your month-by-month guide designed to help you stay organized and confident throughout the year.

    33 min

  3. JAN 23

    Episode 241: Orbiting the Economy

    Welcome to another out-of-this-world episode of Our 2 Cents! Today, Steve and Gabriel explore the latest headlines, key market trends, and what the 2026 economic outlook could mean for investors. Listen in using the link below. Blast Off!:A 322-foot-tall rocket is rolling into position as NASA gears up for its next big launch into orbit.Inflation Grocery List:How has inflation impacted everyday grocery prices? Take a look at what a recent price check at Walmart reveals.Precious Metals Shining Bright:Gold and silver are stealing the spotlight with record highs and major investor interest.Economic Optimism?:Steve is wearing his economist hat and breaking down what 2026 might have in store.

    34 min

  4. JAN 16

    Episode 240: Financial Snow Day

    A new year is the perfect time for new goals. The Lewits are sharing practical lessons to help you start the year strong. Plus, they explore the financial takeaways you can learn from a snow day. Tune in using the link below. 2025 Podcast Stats:A huge thank-you to our listeners for continuing to help Our 2 Cents grow, and we’ve got the metrics to prove it!Financial New Year's Resolutions:What’s top of mind for a successful year ahead?Financial Lessons from a Snow Day:A snow day is the perfect reminder that life (and finances) don’t always go as planned. Here are a few money lessons we can take from an unexpected day off in winter.

    32 min

  5. JAN 9

    Episode 239: How to Think About Your Money in 2026

    Welcome to 2026! Steve and Gabriel are kicking off the first episode of the new year by sharing key updates and a warm outlook on what’s ahead. Tune in and start the year informed! Listen now using the link below. Quotes of the Month:"Money is the best deodorant." — Elizabeth Taylor"People who advocate simplicity have money in the bank; the money came first, not the simplicity." — Douglas Coupland2026 Money Updates:Discover what's changing for retirees and pre-retirees this year.2025 Market Recap:Here are 5 ways the markets surprised us in 2025.

    34 min

  6. 12/19/2025

    Episode 238: Retirement, Reflection, and the Close of 2025

    From navigating new chapters in retirement, to looking back at the year behind us, Steve and Gabriel are covering it all in our last podcast episode of 2025! Listen in now using a link below. Quotes of the Month:"Aging seems to be the only way to live a long life." — Kitty O'Neill Collins"It's better to live rich than to die rich." — Samuel JohnsonRetirement, Reflection, and Relationships:All the "firsts" in retirement can feel like a new journey. We'll share ways to make your first retired holiday season merry and meaningful!What Mattered for Your Money in 2025:We're giving you a 2025 Year-in-Review, breaking down the biggest headlines from the year and sharing how they may have impacted your financial planning.

    32 min

  7. 12/11/2025

    Episode 237: Gifts That Keep on Giving (and Saving)

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year! On today's episode of Our 2 Cents, the Lewits share fun financial gifting ideas and end-of-year tax strategies. Listen now! Best Financial Gifts for Grandkids:Skip the toys this year—give your grandkids a gift that keeps on giving (literally).Year-End Tax Moves:Ring in the new year right by making these tax moves to help lower your 2025 bill.

    33 min

  8. 12/05/2025

    Episode 236: Shiny Object Syndrome

    Cheers to the holiday season! Today on Our 2 Cents, we dish out some quick hits and dive into the topic of "shiny object syndrome." Listen in now! Gabriel's Quick Hits:Could this luxury handbag fund your retirement?Are tariffs coming for your Christmas tree?A multi-billion-dollar pledge from Michael and Susan Dell is set to impact 25 million U.S. children—here’s how.Not All That Glitters Is Gold:What is “shiny object syndrome?"Here are financial gimmicks investors should steer clear of.

    34 min
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"Building wealth for life" with the team at SGL Financial. Join hosts Gabriel & Steve Lewit for all the latest in financial news, trends, strategies & more!

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    Our2centspodcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    243
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