• Saving on School Supplies
    Jul 29 2024

    Students are heading back to school, and that can put a financial strain on parents. According to the National Retail Federation, parents will spend an estimated $875 on school supplies, clothing, and other school-related items.

    Andrea Waroch is a nationally-recognized consumer and money-saving expert joins us to provide some cool tips to save on sending your kid back to school.

    Show more Show less
    16 mins
  • Navigating Financial Infidelity
    Jul 22 2024

    In this episode of the On Your Side podcast, Gary Harper and Todd Martin discuss the sensitive topic of financial infidelity, where partners hide financial details from each other.

    They are joined by Christy Mathern from WalletHub to delve into survey results showing that two out of five Americans have secret financial accounts.

    They also explore how people handle money disputes, the dynamics of shared versus separate accounts, and cases of financial secrecy leading to serious relationship issues. Tune in for expert insights and real-life stories about managing finances in relationships.

    Show more Show less
    21 mins
  • Tips for buying a used car
    Jul 15 2024

    Buying a used car can be an scary experience. You don't want to overpay and you need to make sure the vehicle is mechanically sound. So, on the On Your side podcast, we're talking to an expert about the do's and don'ts of buying a car.

    Show more Show less
    21 mins
  • Managing your phone usage & screen time
    Jul 8 2024

    Smart phones have become a part of our lives. Calls, texting, shopping, navigation, gaming, streaming, the list goes on. How does your screen time compare to others? A new report says Arizonans spend nearly nine hours on their smart phone, more than any other state.

    On this episode, we talk with Kyle Beierlein with Hosting Advice about the company's new data on cell phone usage and screen time.

    Show more Show less
    18 mins
  • Cyberattacks Hitting Hospitals and Medical Offices
    Jul 1 2024

    According to the FBI, the healthcare and public health sector is the most targeted in the United States by ransomware attackers. Why is that and what can you do to keep from becoming a victim? Today, Steven McKeon joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's a cybersecurity expert and founder of MacguyverTech.

    He explains that hospitals are targeted for a variety of reasons, including the healthcare industry is using outdated technology that is more than a decade old.

    Show more Show less
    16 mins
  • Start Investing Now, Not Later
    Jun 24 2024

    We’re doing a little bit of a crash course today for people who are considering jumping into the stock market. Is it a good time to start investing in the market? What does every beginner need to know?

    Our guest is Shane Stevenson from Winston and Companies Retirement and Financial Services. He'll walk us through the things you need to know to get started with investing.

    Show more Show less
    21 mins
  • Cutting Down Home Ownership Costs
    Jun 17 2024

    Homeownership is the American dream. You save up for a down payment, you find a house you can afford, and then you buy it. But there's a lot more to owning a home than your mortgage payment. There are unexpected maintenance issues and other expenses that former renters aren't used to paying.

    So today, Jeff Ostrowski joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's with Bankrate.com and his research reveals homeowners pay around $18,000 a year to own and maintain a home. He explains what you can do to cut those costs.

    Show more Show less
    23 mins
  • You May Be Driving A Car With A Dangerous Airbag
    Jun 10 2024

    Nearly a decade ago, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ordered a full recall of Takata airbags. However, an estimated 6.4 million of those vehicles are still driving on our roadways with faulty airbags.

    So, today, Patrick Olsen joins us on the On Your Side podcast. He's with Carfax and he explains that these airbags can be dangerous, particularly with the high heat we have here in Arizona. Twenty seven people have already died because of the airbags and 400 have been injured. So, how can you know if you're driving one of these cars, and if you are, what options do you have to get it fixed?

    Show more Show less
    18 mins