279: Winter Storms: Avoiding Contractor Fraud with Jon Grishpul

282: The Future of Cosmetic Surgery: Social Media, AI, and Changing Beauty Standards with Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Dr. Jonathan Kanevsky, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon internationally recognized for his work in natural breast reconstruction, en-bloc/total-capsule explant surgery, and the treatment of Breast Implant Illness (BII). They discuss... * Why so many women are choosing to remove their implants this year * What's driving the shift toward more natural, health-focused reconstruction * How TikTok and Instagram filters are reshaping self-image and fueling a new wave of cosmetic procedures for younger and younger patients * A clear look at how the medical world missed (or ignored) the early warning signs of Breast Implant Illness * What AI, robotics, and augmented reality are actually doing in operating rooms today, and what remains pure science fiction. Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us [http://www.savingwithsteve.us/]

281: Benefits of Corporations with Nellie Akalp

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Nellie Akalp, a passionate entrepreneur, small business expert, and the CEO of CorpNet.com [http://corpnet.com/], a trusted resource for Business Incorporation, LLC Filings, and Corporate Compliance Services in all 50 states. They discuss the various tax benefits of incorporating or forming an LLC. Nellie also explains: * What types of entities have which benefits * What types of businesses have the potential to get tax savings * Business Compliance: What is it and why? * What is involved with stepping up an LLC * The positives and negatives of setting up an LLC Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us [http://www.savingwithsteve.us/]

280: How to Make "Connection" Your Most Meaningful New Year's Resolution with Shari Leid

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Shari Leid, who is the founder of An Imperfectly Perfect Life®, LLC and a nationally recognized expert in connection, friendship, and personal reinvention. As a former litigator, she now helps individuals and organizations break free from outdated identities—blending heart with strategy through keynotes, retreats, and workshops. They discuss how to make connection your most meaningful and achievable resolution this year. Shari provides insight into why adults struggle to make friends and how to break the cycle, what her 50-state meal-sharing journey taught her about belonging, empathy, and listening, and the hidden loneliness among women, caregivers, and high-achieving professionals. She also shares small, sustainable habits that can create major shifts in your social well-being throughout the year, and provides a hopeful roadmap and framework for turning 2026 into the year that you rebuild your social world with intention. Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us [http://www.savingwithsteve.us/]

279: Winter Storms: Avoiding Contractor Fraud with Jon Grishpul

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Jon Grishpul, Co-CEO of Maxable [https://maxablespace.com/], an industry-leading ADU design, build, and management platform guiding homeowners through their projects from start to finish. Jon is also Co-CEO of GreatBuildz [https://www.greatbuildz.com/], a free service that connects homeowners with rigorously pre-screened, reputable general contractors. They discuss the following: * Why winter storms and extreme weather events consistently lead to spikes in contractor fraud * What makes storm-damaged homeowners especially vulnerable compared to someone planning a renovation under normal circumstances * What these fraud cases typically look like when a homeowner first realizes something has gone wrong * The most common red flags that should immediately give homeowners pause when it comes to contractor bids * How homeowners can slow the process down without risking more damage to their home * How vague or incomplete estimates can turn into massive cost overruns once work begins * The biggest mistakes homeowners make when it comes to deposits, payment schedules, and contracts after a storm * What homeowners should always confirm before hiring a contractor, no matter how urgent the situation feels * How AI is changing the way homeowners can evaluate contractor bids, especially when they do not have construction experience * The single most important step homeowners should take before signing a repair agreement Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us [http://www.savingwithsteve.us/]

278: Dating Scams Decoded: Spotting Fraud, Protecting Yourself, and Verifying Real Matches with Reinhard Hochrieser

In this episode of Saving With Steve, host Steve Sexton is joined by Reinhard Hochrieser, SVP of Product and Technology at Jumio, to break down one of the fastest-growing threats in today's digital world: dating scams. In this conversation, they discuss how these scams work, the red flags to watch out for, and practical steps to verify real matches and protect yourself. Learn more about the show at www.SavingWithSteve.us [http://www.savingwithsteve.us/]