Money Matters

For the first time in 3 years, the Fed might raise short-term interest rates. Hear how this might affect you in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on September 15, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Have you noticed that longer term rates have been moving up? Chad P. Wilson unpacks some reasons why this might be the case in this week's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on August 25, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

A year ago we answered the question on whether stablecoins will put banks out of business. New information over the last year begs that this question be revisited. Hear Chad P. Wilson's thoughts in this episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on August 10, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

There is a new sheriff in town at the Fed and fireworks could be on the horizon. Hear Chad P. Wilson explain some changes that might be coming and how that will affect your finances in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on July 29, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Maybe you've been wondering what a Trump Account is and does. This week, Chad P. Wilson unpacks the pros and cons of the account in this episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on July 14, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Are you tired of getting to the end of the day and wondering if you got anything valuable done? Chad P. Wilson presents a simple framework for getting more of the right things done in this week's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on June 30, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

AI is all you hear about these days. Should it be making your decisions for you? Chad P. Wilson addresses this timely topic in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on June 2, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Expectations on interest rate movements have changed dramatically. Hear Chad P. Wilson bring you up to speed and give you tips to navigate a changing rate environment in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on May 19, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

You may have heard that we have more oil than ever in the U.S. Then why are we paying more at the pumps. Chad P. Wilson explains and tells you what to do about it in this episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on May 05, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Will a private credit crisis end up impacting your wallet? Listen to Chad P. Wilson explain why you should care about private credit in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on April 20, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

This is a fun episode of Money Matters where we use your March Madness bracket to teach us something about finances. Hear what Chad P. Wilson has to say this week.  This episode was recorded on March 24, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Why are gas prices on the move and what can you do about it? Chad P. Wilson addresses this timely topic in this episode of Money Matters. This episode was recorded on March 10, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

We have all felt the sting of inflation these past 6 years. In today's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares a trend that might be a formidable foe for inflation in the years to come.  This episode was recorded on February 24, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Elon Musk is planning the largest IPO in history. Hear some takeaways for you and your finances in this week's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on February 10, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.  

What could be powering the unprecedented move in the price of Gold and Silver? And what do the events of today have in common with the gold rushes of years ago? Tune into this episode of Money Matters with Chad P. Wilson. This episode was recorded on January 13, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Want to learn more about the recent proposal to cap credit cards rates at 10%? Learn about this and other focuses coming in 2026 in this episode of Money Matters with Chad P. Wilson.  This episode was recorded on January 13, 2026 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Why should you care that the Fed just lowered interest rates again? In this episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson will unpack this question and even give you a good idea how to capitalize on where rates are today.  This episode was recorded on December 16, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

There are several economic headwinds present that we can't ignore. Chad P. Wilson discusses these and offers a silver lining in this week's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on December 02, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Money and Time are Limited Resources. But we can all manage them better. Hear insight from Chad P. Wilson in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on November 18, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Would you like to see FDIC insurance bumped up dramatically? Chad P. Wilson talks about a Senate Bill that could do just that in this episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on November 04, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Are We on the Fringes of Another Credit Crisis? In this week's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson gives you his take and let's you know what you can do in light of it. This episode was recorded on October 21, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Feeling overwhelmed by responsibility or tasks? In this week's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares a set of reminders that can help you discover freedom to make your next best step. This episode was recorded on October 07, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

What happens to your business if your income is down over the next 12 months? In today's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares some insights that could be helpful as you plan financially for the future. This episode was recorded on September 22, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Ready to attack bad habits and cultivate new ones? In this week's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares personal thoughts and takeaways from his recent reading of Atomic Habits.    This episode was recorded on September 9, 2025 by Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

The Fed is in the news again. Chad P. Wilson talks about why you should care about it in this week's episode of Money Matters.    Recorded on August 26, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Is AI coming for you or coming alongside you? Probably Both. Join Chad P. Wilson as he discusses the potential good and bad that can come from the growth of AI.  This episode was recorded by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank on August 12, 2025. 

Wondering what the big deal is about the GENIUS Act and stablecoins? Chad P. Wilson offers a quick primer on what they are and how you might use them in the future in this week's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on July 29, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Wish you had a time stretcher? In this episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares how reading a recent audiobook brought to mind a couple of super practical time saving tips.    This episode was recorded on July 15, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Is Social Security going to be around when you retire? I this week's episode, Chad P. Wilson tackles this difficult question and give practical counsel on what you can do to prepare.  This episode was recorded on July 1, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Do you get to the end of the day and wonder "Where did all my time just go?" You're not alone and this week's episode of Money Matters will give you a practical way to take better control of your precious time. This episode was recorded by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank on June 17, 2025. 

Cost cutting is in the headlines everywhere you look. In this episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares some insights on how to engage in cost cutting conversations in ways that are productive.  This episode was recorded on June 3, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Over half of student loan payments are past due. Whether you have student loans or not, Chad P Wilson unpacks implications of this major financial adjustment in this episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on May 20, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

How do you move money from one place to another? In this episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares why your method could change in the not-so-distant future.  This episode was recorded on May 6, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Got a big purchase ahead and don't know how to go about making a decision? Chad P. Wilson has some tips for you in this episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on April 22, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Trying to make sense of the volatile week in markets? Let Chad P. Wilson share some insights with you in today's episode of Money Matters.  This episode was recorded on April 8, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Trying to predict the future? In today's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson provides a better way for making financial decisions in the face of uncertainty.  This episode was recorded on March 25, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Do you look at a long to-do list and wonder where in the world to start? In this week's episode of Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson provides some tips on triaging your to-do's.  This episode was recorded on March 11, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

We all want to make each moment count, but how do we do this? In the episode on Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson will share a series of questions to help you make the most of your next moment. This episode was recorded on February 25, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Are Tariffs Really That Bad? Is the recent flurry of tariffs signaling certain doom for the U.S. economy? Tune into this week's episode of Money Matters to hear Chad P. Wilson answer that question.  This episode was recorded on February 11, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Will Inflation ever go away? Tune into this week's episode as Chad P. Wilson uses a swimming pool to explain it and it's probability in the future.  This episode was recorded on January 28, 2025 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

With all of the ways you can pay for things, are banks even necessary anymore? Tune in to this week's episode of Money Matters with Chad P. Wilson to find out. This episode was recorded on January 13, 2024 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

Will Gold or Bitcoin replace the use of the U.S. Dollar in the future? Join us this week to hear Chad P. Wilson's thoughts. This episode was recorded by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank on December 17, 2024.

There has been much talk lately about BRIC nations creating a currency to challenge the U.S. Dollar. In this episode Chad shares some insight on the likelihood of this happening in the future. This episode was recorded by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank on December 3, 2024. 

Wondering what the next 4 years might look like for the economy? In this week's episode, we focus on some changes that we may see over the next four years. This episode was recorded on November 19, 2024 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

You can experience a variety of emotions on election day, but this week Chad highlights the importance of focusing on what you can affect rather than what you can't control. Listen to this week's episode of the Money Matters Podcast recorded on Novermber 5, 2024 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

It may be tempting to let the recent dockworkers strike fade into the back of your mind, but in this week's episode of Money Matters, we'll see that it may be a symptom of a bigger issue and a harbinger of things to come. This episode was recorded on October 22, 2024 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank. 

One thing we can count on is change and this week's episode highlights three areas that could change dramatically over the next 25 years and how we can respond. Listen to this week's episode of the Money Matters Podcast recorded October 1, 2024 by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank.

Looking for ways to save time and money? In this week's episode on Money Matters, Chad P. Wilson shares a simple but powerful truth that can do both. This episode was recorded on September 17, 2024.

In this episode, President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank discusses the changing interest rate environment and how it might affect you. This episode was recorded on September 3, 2024. 

Seeing families fight over money when loved ones are gone can be heartbreaking. In this  week's episode of Money Matters, we share a few basic tips on how to lessen the chance of this happening to those you love. This episode was recorded by President Chad P. Wilson of Foundation Bank on August 20, 2024.