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Plain Money Talk: Your Personal Finance Guide

Plain Money Talk: Your Personal Finance Guide

By: Forum Communications
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Navigating your financial future shouldn't be complicated. Plain Money Talk, presented by Bell Bank, brings you straightforward conversations about the money matters that affect your life. Hosted by the Duluth News Tribune's Jay Gabler, each episode features a rotating panel of Bell Bank's financial experts breaking down complex topics into clear, actionable advice. Whether you have questions about the economy, are looking to grow your investments, or simply want to master your daily personal finances, we provide the expert insights you need. Join us as we answer your most important money questions and help you build a solid financial foundation. Disclaimer: Deposit and loan products are offered through Bell Bank, Member FDIC. Bell Insurance Services LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Bank. Product and services offered through Bell Insurance or Bell Bank Wealth Management are: Not FDIC insured | No bank guarantee | May lose value | Not a deposit | Not insured by any federal government agency.©2026 Forum Communications Co. Economics Management Management & Leadership Personal Finance
Episodes
  • The first 5 money moves you should make after receiving an inheritance
    May 15 2026

    Receiving an inheritance can be both emotional and overwhelming. In this episode, we walk through the first five financial moves to consider—helping listeners avoid common pitfalls, make thoughtful decisions, and align their next steps with long‑term goals. With a historic generational wealth transfer underway, this timely conversation offers practical guidance for navigating inherited wealth with clarity and confidence.

    Deposit and loan products are offered through Bell Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. Bell Insurance Services LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Bank. Product and services offered through Bell Insurance or Bell Bank Wealth Management are: Not FDIC insured | No bank guarantee | May lose value | Not a deposit | Not insured by any federal government agency.

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    33 mins
  • How to lose a business in 10 days
    May 1 2026

    It might not seem like it, since we're saturated with globalized brands that consume large pockets of our attention, but in fact there's still plenty of room for entrepreneurs and small businesses that play their cards right.

    In this episode, we talk with Hailey Margetta, market developer for Bell Bank, about the most common financial pitfalls for small business and how to avoid them.

    Deposit and loan products are offered through Bell Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. Bell Insurance Services LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Bank. Product and services offered through Bell Insurance or Bell Bank Wealth Management are: Not FDIC insured | No bank guarantee | May lose value | Not a deposit | Not insured by any federal government agency.

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    31 mins
  • Former Vikings QB Brooks Bollinger has some personal finance lessons that might surprise you
    Apr 17 2026

    You might think a professional athlete has it made, but in reality they have to navigate their fair share of ups and downs, just like the rest of us.

    Brooks Bollinger is a wealth management director with Bell Bank and a former quarterback with the Minnesota Vikings. In this episode he shares insights learned over his career, from the words of his coaches to the career decisions he made along the way.

    Deposit and loan products are offered through Bell Bank, Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. Bell Insurance Services LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bell Bank. Product and services offered through Bell Insurance or Bell Bank Wealth Management are: Not FDIC insured | No bank guarantee | May lose value | Not a deposit | Not insured by any federal government agency.

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    41 mins
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