January 10, 2026

We wrap up the year by settling an important score: who takes the crown for the 2025 Super Official Board of Predictions after a year of weekly “market up or down” calls? From there, we look back at the major trends we predicted for 2025 and how they actually played out.

Then it’s time to look ahead. The team shares their 2026 predictions—personal outlooks and opinions on what may lie ahead in the markets. We also put our discipline to the test as we randomly assign resolutions for 2026, raising the real question: How long can anyone actually stick to a new habit?

In our market recap, we discuss developments involving Venezuela and their potential impact on global markets and the economy, including geopolitical tensions, energy resources, and broader economic implications.

We close the episode with a listener question involving divorce, home equity, and family planning: What should you consider before transferring ownership of a house to an adult child?

It’s a wide-ranging conversation that blends reflection, forecasts, practical financial planning, and a bit of fun as we close one year and look toward the next.

Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.

Timestamps and Chapters

  • 0:00: 2025 Super Official Board of Predictions Winner
  • 5:27: Crystal Ball Check & Recalibration
  • 30:18: Accountability, Assigned
  • 35:21: Energy, Economy, and International Tensions
  • 43:48: Listener Question: More Than a Deed

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