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Power Up WealthA Farewell to Sharla JessopThank you for joining me today. I’m James Derrick, President of Smedley Financial Services. Joining me today will be Sharla Jessop. After helping so many of you prepare and transition into retirement, we have the honor of celebrating Sharla’s career with one final interview.
2025-07-0118 minPower Up WealthThe Tide is ChangingIt seems the new administration is making good on its promise for big changes. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. And today my guest, James Derrick, will share his perspective on how some of the changes will impact investors.
2025-05-0613 min
A Woman's View with Amanda DicksonThreatening the immigration status of college students and Ukrainians in the U.S.We watched 17 students at the University of Utah receive letters this week telling them to self-deport or risk being deported, possibly to a country not of their origin. We learned of Ukrainians in the U.S. receiving similar letters, Ukrainians who fled the war to come here legally. KSL Newsadio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think of the recent deportations and threat of deportations. Her guests this week include Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, and Lois Collins, journalist and columnist with the Deseret News.
2025-04-1309 minA Woman's View with Amanda DicksonHow to understand the financial uncertainty we're living inIt's been a rocky road for financial markets all over the world. In the U.S., our markets dropped significantly after the announcement of President Trump's tariffs, and then they rebounded when he announced a pause on most of the tariffs. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests how they are understanding these uncertain financial times on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, and Lois Collins, journalist and columnist with the Deseret News.
2025-04-1310 minPower Up WealthHow a Positive Outlook Can Add to Your LifeFinally, there is a way to add years to your life. I’m James Derrick from Smedley Financial, and today, we will explore how an optimistic outlook can add to your life. We’ll be speaking with our expert and guest, Sharla Jessop.
2025-03-1209 minPower Up WealthChanging World? Focus on Unchanging TruthsThe world around us is ever-changing. How can anyone keep up? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, and today, my friend and colleague, James Derrick, will shed some light on where we should focus.
2025-02-1812 minPower Up WealthWhere Should You Put Your Cash?We’ve often heard if you watch out for your pennies, the dollars will take care of themselves. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. My guest today, Parker Thompson, will share ideas on how to make those pennies count.
2025-01-0911 minPower Up WealthIs the Housing Market on the Nice or Naughty List?There has been a lot of uncertainty in the housing market. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today my guest and colleague, Brandi Romero, will tell us whether the housing market is on the nice or naughty list this year.
2024-12-3010 minPower Up Wealth4 Healthy Money Habits for CouplesGood or bad, money habits have an impact on marital bliss. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Parker Thompson, will share four healthy money habits for couples.
2024-12-2016 minA Woman's View with Amanda DicksonWatching South Korea declare martial law - could it happen here?This week, we saw the president of South Korea put the entire country into martial law. It was a shocking development that the parliament immediately fought back against, acting to impeach him. Could that happen here? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, Shantel McBride, hospice and hospital chaplain and grief counselor, and Meg Walter, columnist with Deseret News.
2024-12-0609 minA Woman's View with Amanda DicksonHow to add 7.5 years to your lifeEating smart and exercise are essential, of course, if you are trying to add years to your life. But a Yale psychologist says you can add 7.5 years to your life by simply changing your mindset and seeing your older years as a time to look forward to instead of a time to dread. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests what they think about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, Shantel McBride, hospice and hospital chaplain and grief counselor, and Meg Walter, columnist with Deseret News.
2024-12-0608 minA Woman's View with Amanda DicksonMore Utah seniors have side hustlesUtah is leading the way in "golden gigs." More Utahns of retirement age are working, either because they have a financial need or because it brings them joy and fulfillment. There is more focus on not just what you're retiring from but what you're retiring to. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests what they think about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, Shantel McBride, hospice and hospital chaplain and grief counselor, and Meg Walter, columnist with Deseret News.
2024-12-0609 minA Woman's View with Amanda DicksonWould you pardon your own son if you could?This week, we saw President Biden go back on a promise to not pardon his son, Hunter. The president said he believes his son was targeted because his last name is Biden. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View - would you pardon your own son if you could? Her guests this week include Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial, Shantel McBride, hospice and hospital chaplain and grief counselor, and Meg Walter, columnist with Deseret News.
2024-12-0608 minPower Up WealthSomething Very Bad is ComingLiving in the information age means we are often receiving negative information from several sources.I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Jordan Hadfield, will explain how this negative information can affect our investment outlook.
2024-11-2514 minPower Up WealthInvesting Through ElectionsInvesting during election years can be stressful. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest and colleague James Derrick will shed some light on election years.
2024-11-1216 minPower Up WealthBy The NumbersRecession or no recession, the numbers tell the story of how economic factors are impacting American households. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Parker Thompson will give us an update on the numbers affecting us now.
2024-10-1815 minPower Up WealthTriple Tax BenefitHealth Savings Accounts, or HSAs, can have a significant impact on tax savings while you work and in retirement. I’m James Derrick and today I’ll be talking with expert and guest Sharla Jessop about how to get the triple tax benefit of HSAs.
2024-09-3009 minPower Up WealthKnowledge is a Powerful DefenseScams are not new to society, they have been going on for many, many years. There are always bad actors (crooks) trying to separate you from your money. I’m Sharla Jessop, today my guest, Shane Thomas, will explain why knowledge is a powerful defense against bad actors.
2024-09-1615 minPower Up WealthHow Should Wealth be Defined?When talking about wealth, it is common for us to think of those who have an unimaginable amount of money. But wealth includes more than just money. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest, Mikal Aune, will explain what true wealth is.
2024-08-2912 minPower Up WealthLiving in the VibecessionEconomic reports tell us the economy is doing well. So why do so many of us feel like we are living in a separate world? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, James Derrick will shed some light on the differences between economic reports and the household finances of the average American.
2024-08-0515 minPower Up WealthThe Final CountdownThe clock is ticking down, and some tax rates are likely to increase. I’m James Derrick, Chief Investment Strategist at Smedley Financial. Today I’ll be joined by Sharla Jessop. We’ll be talking about some of the tax cuts of recent years that are likely to expire.
2024-07-2512 minPower Up WealthInvestors Like Election YearsIt’s an election year, and everyone wants to know how this will impact the market and their nest egg. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, James Derrick, will share a new perspective on the topic.
2024-07-1010 minPower Up WealthA Golden InvestmentHow should we view a commodity that can be purchased at the local box store along with your vegetables and meat? Yes, I’m talking about gold bars. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Jordan Hadfield, will share his perspectives.
2024-06-2813 minPower Up WealthIs 6% Dead?There’s been a shakeup in the real estate market. What could this mean for you? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial Services. Today, my guest and colleague, Parker Thompson, will share some insights on the changes in real estate transactions.
2024-06-1210 minPower Up WealthHappy New Year 2024I’m James Derrick. Today, I will be interviewing Sharla Jessop. She and I will take a step back from all the financial minutia to discuss setting and celebrating our personal goals and achievements. By the end of the podcast, I hope to have Sharla in the hot seat—sharing some personal goals—with all of us.
2024-03-2913 minPower Up WealthThe Shortsighted InvestorThere seems to be no shortage of information or opinions regarding money, how to save, how to spend, and how to invest. How does it impact our long-term focus? I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest and colleague, Jordan Hadfield, will share the attributes and consequences of shortsighted investing.
2024-03-2217 minPower Up WealthThe Paradox of WealthWe often think of family wealth as something that has been passed down from generation to generation. I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest and wealth management colleague, Mikal Aune, will explain why that might not be the case.
2024-03-0815 minPower Up WealthHow Do You Measure Financial Success?Financial success is often viewed by how much money someone makes or their possessions. But are these good measurements?I’m Sharla Jessop, President of Smedley Financial. Today, my guest and colleague, James Derrick, will share a different perspective on measuring wealth.
2024-02-2612 minPower Up WealthStepping Off the Edge Into RetirementStepping into retirement can feel like you are stepping off the ledge. How do you know if you are ready? I’m James Derrick. Today, my guest and colleague, Sharla Jessop, will share how to be ready for the three stages of retirement.
2024-02-0812 min