Best Improvemarriage Podcasts (2024)

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John Delony: Managing Financial Trauma and the Importance of Connections (BEST OF MKM) 33:07

7h ago33:07

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Many of us have been impacted by financial trauma. If we allow them, our past experiences can control our future. In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2022, John Delony, Author, Ramsey Personality and Mental Health Expert, shares how to manage financial trauma and the importance of REAL connections in our lives. RESOURCES: Spon…

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18 Summers and How to Make the Most of Them | Jim Sheils (BEST OF MKM) 27:47

32m ago27:47

27:47

As parents, we only have 18 summers with our kids. After that, they are off to live their adult lives. These 18 summers are precious. In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2019, Jim Sheils, Author and Family Experience Expert, shares tips for parents to take advantage of this limited time. We discuss the importance of one-on-one…

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Your Stuff is Taking Your Time | Tracy McCubbin (BEST OF MKM) 34:59

9d ago34:59

34:59

It's time to take back our time! And Tracy McCubbin is sharing why your stuff might be the biggest time thief of all. In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2023, Author and Organizing Expert Tracy McCubbin shares the steps we can take to get more quality time back in our lives. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals GUEST BIO - …

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How I Won $500k In College Scholarships | Kristina Ellis (BEST OF MKM) 24:55

18d ago24:55

24:55

Want to help your teen graduate student debt free? College scholarships can make this a reality for countless families In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2021, Kristina Ellis, Author and former Ramsey Personality, shares how she earned $500,000 in college scholarships. Use her example and resources to help your family avoid t…

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10 Coast FIRE Jobs That Can Pay $40/hr or More 32:51

16d ago32:51

32:51

We're sharing 10 Coast FIRE jobs that can pay $40 per hour or more! I hope these ideas help your family to work part-time and live full-time. Second, we’re back with our Work From Anywhere segment featuring professional flippers Rob & Melissa Stephenson. They are sharing how they make $5,000 profit from reselling used items on eBay working just 10 …

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Is Age 30 Too Late To Start Saving For Retirement? 45:33

22d ago45:33

45:33

When I bought my first house, I made a lot of blunders. I'm sharing 5 of those first-time homebuyer mistakes with you today so you can hopefully avoid them! Second, we’re back with our Mortgage Free Family segment. This month, we're featuring Tae Kim from the Financial Tortoise YouTube Channel. Tae and his wife hit Coast FIRE with $2 Million invest…

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Why Coast FIRE is Irrational | Sam Dogen (Financial Samurai) 35:11

29d ago35:11

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I love the concept of Coast FIRE. It allows you to free up more money to enjoy life now instead of retirement. But … just because I think Coast FIRE is great, doesn’t mean everyone does. To help us get another perspective on this Coast FIRE concept and what could go wrong with it, I’ve invited Sam Dogen back on the show today. GUEST BIO - Sam Dogen…

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60/40 Generational Wealth Plan 49:03

1M ago49:03

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In my quest to make my kid a millionaire, I developed the 60/40 generational wealth plan! I'm sharing the details with you so you can help your child build wealth and happiness. Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment. This month, we’re featuring Justin & Haley Brown-Woods from The Price of Avocado Toast! Justin and Haley blew through a $…

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Rich & Regular Version of Financial Independence | Kiersten & Julien Saunders (BEST OF MKM) 33:28

2M ago33:28

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How about a 15-year career instead of a 40-year career? Authors Kiersten and Julien Saunders are showing us how to make this a reality. In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2022, Kiersten and Julien Saunders, from Rich & Regular fame, share how they financially prepared to cash out of the corporate world. RESOURCES: Sponsors + …

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Harmonizing Work Aspirations with Family Ambitions 48:38

2M ago48:38

48:38

Being a caring parent and a career-driven individual can be difficult. How do we continue to be successful in our growing careers AND raise our children with the love they deserve over their most impressionable years? Big questions like this are always better with really smart friends so I thought I’d answer this one with Certified Financial Planne…

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First Time Homebuyer Mistakes: 5 Big Blunders That Cost Me Thousands 46:21

2M ago46:21

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When I bought my first house, I made a lot of blunders. I'm sharing 5 of those first-time homebuyer mistakes with you today so you can hopefully avoid them! Second, we’re back with our Mortgage Free Family segment. This month, we're featuring Mike Lee from Michigan who paid off his $600k house with his wife Kris! He shares the details of his mortga…

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Navigating the Money Minefield in Relationships | Scott Rick 30:24

2M ago30:24

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In marriage, money conversations happen a lot. But that doesn't mean those conversations are easy! To help us explore how money can challenge relationships and what to do about it, we've invited Author Scott Rick to the show today. GUEST BIO - Scott Rick: Scott is a marketing professor at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business. He hol…

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10 Steps to Family Wealth and Happiness 1:01:47

3M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Want family financial independence? Here's our newly updated 10 Steps to Family Wealth and Happiness! These steps have been updated based on the interviews and learnings we’ve had over the 8 years of doing this podcast. Second, we’re back with our Debt-Free Family segment. This month, we’re featuring Brad Nelson from Wisconsin! Brad paid off $45,00…

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Parents, It's Okay to Do Nothing | Celeste Headlee (BEST OF MKM) 32:48

3M ago32:48

32:48

Feeling overworked and overstressed? As a parent, I have experienced this way too much for my liking. According to our guest Celeste Headlee, it may be time for us all to do nothing! In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2022, Celeste Headlee, internationally recognized journalist and radio host, professional speaker and author,…

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5 Millionaire Milestones Reached By Automating Our Finances 46:20

3M ago46:20

46:20

Building wealth is easier with automation! Here are 5 millionaire milestones we've crushed as a family by automating our finances. Second, we’re back with our Coast FIRE Family segment. This month, we're featuring Kathyrn Hanna from Arizona who hit Coast FIRE with $380k invested by 40 years old. She shares the details of her Coast FIRE journey and …

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US National Debt: How Deficit Spending Affects Our Future | Mark Higgins 24:29

3M ago24:29

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The US National Debt now sits at around $35 Trillion. Higher debt means higher interest payments. Isn’t it important for our government to only spend what they have coming in just like the rest of us? To help us learn more about the state of our national debt and what continued deficit spending means for our future, I’ve invited Author Mark Higgins…

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Is $2 Million Enough to Retire? 45:04

3M ago45:04

45:04

Wondering if $2 Million is enough to retire? We dive into this question in detail! Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment! We’re featuring Brennan Schlagbaum (aka BudgetDog) who is sharing how he and his wife grew their net worth to multimillionaire status in just 10 years. Last but not least, my daughter Zoey is back for another Money Q…

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Become a Millionaire Starting From $0 | Brian Preston 36:53

4M ago36:53

36:53

The millionaire path can be simple, but due to many factors, it doesn’t always prove to be easy for many people. So how can we find a roadmap with simple steps that will help us become millionaires in the future? To help us on our straightforward Millionaire Mission, we're interviewing Brian Preston, a financial leader who is all about making wealt…

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How to Reduce Expenses at Home (8 tips to save big!) 39:12

4M ago39:12

39:12

We're reviewing 8 tips for reducing expenses at home. With inflation taking a bite out of our budgets lately, it’s time to BITE back! Second, we’re back with our Work From Anywhere segment featuring Miranda Marquit, a professional freelance writer from Idaho. She’s going to share how she grew her income to over $10,000 per month working part-time a…

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Buying a House in Cash - Pros and Cons 47:32

4M ago47:32

47:32

Does it make sense to buy a house in cash versus getting a mortgage? Perhaps you’re interested in downsizing from a larger house to a smaller one and you have the equity built up. Let's review the pros and cons! Second, we’re back with our Mortgage Free Family segment! This month we’re featuring Maya Corbic from Toronto. With housing prices skyrock…

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Enjoying the Financial Independence Journey | Jamila Souffrant 32:24

4M ago32:24

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The traditional financial independence path can be a tough one to follow. How can we pursue a life of financial independence and not feel like we’re depriving ourselves too much today? To help us discover our own enjoyable and unique path to financial independence, I’ve invited one of my original like-minded FIRE friends, Jamila Souffrant, back to …

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Generational Wealth and Happiness (from the Financial Feminist Podcast w/ Tori Dunlap) 57:12

4M ago57:12

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Want generational wealth and happiness for your kids? In this "Best of Marriage Kids and Money" episode, I share an interview I had on the Financial Feminist Podcast with Tori Dunlap. We discuss the steps I'm taking to Make My Kid a Millionaire and how other parents can follow those steps too. EPISODE RESOURCES: Recommended Resources Make My Kid a …

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Die With Zero: When YOLO Battles FIRE (BEST OF MKM + Bread & Wine) 37:57

5M ago37:57

37:57

Should we live for today or plan for tomorrow? In this "Best of Marriage Kids and Money" episode, Nicole and Andy Hill discuss how they are finding this balance after reading the book "Die With Zero". If you're struggling with happiness in your daily life after doing the right thing for so long, this is the episode for you. You'll hear why this boo…

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7 Life-Changing Benefits of Coast FIRE 39:32

5M ago39:32

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Coast FIRE has changed my life and the lives of many families I've spoken with on this podcast. Here are 7 life-changing benefits that can be realized by achieving this financial independence milestone. Second, we’re back with our Coast FIRE Family segment! We’re featuring Cassie and Cory Jenks from Arizona who achieved Coast FIRE in their 30s. We'…

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Unfaithful Spouse: Stay Or Leave If They Cheat? 41:33

5M ago41:33

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In marriage, infidelity can become a reality for some of us. If this happens to us … what do we do? Do we pack up and say goodbye immediately? Or should we stay and realize that things like this happen? Or something in the middle? To help the topic of what to do with an unfaithful spouse, we’ve invited Marriage Experts Casey and Meygan Caston to th…

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How to Save for College (10 Tips for Parents) 39:36

5M ago39:36

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Want to know how to save for college without going into debt? Here are 10 ways to graduate debt-free! Second, we’re back with our Be the Change segment! We’re featuring Laura Andes from Charity Navigator who is sharing how to teach our kids and teens to be young philanthropists. Last but not least, my daughter Zoey is back for another Money Quiz. W…

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Backdoor Roth IRA: Is It Right For You? 32:22

6M ago32:22

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When you’re investing for your future retirement as a high-income earner, the idea of a Backdoor Roth IRA might come up. Ashlee DeSteiger, CFA®, CFP®, CPA, shares how you can know if a backdoor Roth IRA is right for you. Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment featuring Dave Fleischer, a teacher from North Carolina. He’s going to share ho…

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Tax Refund Time! 7 Smart Ways To Use Your Newfound Money 46:55

6M ago46:55

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It's tax refund time! Here are 7 money-smart ways to spend your newfound money. Second, we’re back with our Debt-Free Living segment! We’re featuring Ian Group from South Florida who crushed over $200,000 of debt over the last decade. Last but not least, my son Calvin will be joining me for another Good Word! We're talking about tipping and generos…

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JL Collins: FU Money vs. FI Money ... What's the Difference? 37:35

6M ago37:35

37:35

Have you heard of FU Money? What about FI Money? JL Collins, Author of Pathfinders and The Simple Path to Wealth, explains what both of these financial freedom concepts are and how to pursue them. GUEST BIO: JL Collins is the international bestselling author of The Simple Path to Wealth: Your road map to financial independence and a rich, free life…

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5 Marriage and Money Tips to Improve Your Relationship 35:35

6M ago35:35

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Want to improve how you and your spouse talk about money? Here are 5 Money and Marriage Tips to Improve Your Relationship. These are tips Nicole and I have used in our relationship and ones I’ve gleaned from successful couples I’ve interviewed on this podcast. And for our Work From Anywhere segment, we’re featuring Kelly Anne Smith. She’s a young M…

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Mini Retirements: A New Cure for Corporate Burnout | Jillian Johnsrud 35:24

7M ago35:24

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According to CNBC, 90% of companies plan to implement return-to-office policies by the end of 2024. What are employees to do if they are feeling increased stress and corporate burnout? One trend that seems to be catching on is the "mini-retirement". Author and Early Retirement Expert, Jillian Johnsrud shares what a mini-retirement is and how you mi…

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Life After The Mortgage Is Paid Off 42:34

7M ago42:34

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Are you thinking of paying off your house? Or have you recently hit the major milestone of becoming mortgage-free? This can be a life-changing decision. I'm sharing 5 ways life after the mortgage is paid off looks different. And for our mortgage free family segment, we've got George Kamel from Ramsey Solutions! He's sharing the details of his mortg…

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Reach Your Potential Through Goal Setting | Jon Acuff 34:22

7M ago34:22

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To help us get motivated and realistic with our goals, I’ve invited speaker and author Jon Acuff on the show today. Jon is the New York Times bestselling author of nine books, including his most recent one “All It Takes Is a Goal”. EPISODE RESOURCES (affiliate links): Sponsors + Partners + Deals Jon Acuff's Book: All It Takes Is A Goal (affiliate) …

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Top 5 Best Budget Apps for Families 41:03

7M ago41:03

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With Mint fading away, families are looking for a smart budgeting solution. Fear not! We're sharing our top 5 best budget apps for families today. Also, Alison Staloch, CFO of Fundrise, shares why single family rentals are a smart way to diversify your portfolio. EPISODE RESOURCES (affiliate links): Sponsors + Partners + Deals Monarch Money YNAB Ev…

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How to Become a Millionaire Couple in Your 40s (BEST OF MKM) 40:11

8M ago40:11

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In this week's "Best of Marriage Kids and Money" episode we’re featuring two interviews with couples who became millionaires in their 40s! Amy Greene and Drs. Renee and Nii Darko are our two featured guests today. They are both going to share the details of how they went from zero (or in some cases much less than zero) to a million-dollar net worth…

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How Much Money is Enough? | Joshua Becker (BEST OF MKM) 34:21

8M ago34:21

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Money can allow us to have our most basic needs met and buy more time and freedom to enjoy more life today. But can we become too distracted by money? Can the pursuit of more money and wealth distract us from a life of meaning today? In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode, Joshua Becker,, the author of Things That Matter, joins us to …

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Mortgage Free Before 40 Years Old (BEST OF MKM) 36:48

8M ago36:48

36:48

In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode, we’re featuring two previous interviews with Jessi Fearon and Jon Banker. Both Jessi and Jon paid off their mortgages before they turned 40 years old and now live a financially free life. We discuss their exact numbers and how they accomplished this huge financial goal, what being mortgage-free …

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How to Take Back Your Time | Christy Wright (BEST OF MKM) 43:45

9M ago43:45

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Are you ready to take back your time? In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode from 2021, Christy Wright, author, speaker, and former Ramsey Solutions personality, shares the simple steps we can take to find life balance. We also discuss how your priorities can shift over time, how to define what matters most in your life, the power of …

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Coast FIRE Before 35 Years Old (BEST OF MKM) 33:06

8M ago33:06

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Are you tired of running on the “hamster wheel,” of life? Then Coast FIRE could be for you! In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode, Anders Skagersberg and Josh Miller chat about how they were able to reach Coast FIRE before the age of 35. We talk about what exactly Coast FIRE is, the nitty-gritty numbers that got them to Coast FIRE, t…

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Living Debt Free as a Young Mother | Justine Nelson + Maeghan Jones (BEST OF MKM) 36:34

9M ago36:34

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In today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode, Justine Nelson, creator behind Debt Free Millennials and Maeghan Jones, real estate investor, chat about how they paid off debt, changed their financial lives, and are in their generational wealth-building eras. We talk about living within your means, intentionally increasing your income, escapi…

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Managing Holiday Gift Expectations With Kids 35:58

9M ago35:58

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The average American racked up over $1,500 of debt during the holidays in 2022… and 20% of those surveyed expect to be paying for Christmas after Easter of the next year. In today’s Marriage Kids And Money episode, I go over 5 strategies to get through the holidays debt free and how to manage gift expectations with your children. Give the gift of j…

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Why Fear Is Your Friend | Farnoosh Torabi 43:54

9M ago43:54

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We’re all taught to fear… fear. But what if we welcomed fear into our lives as a friend? In today’s Marriage Kids And Money episode, America’s leading personal finance expert, Farnoosh Torabi, joins us to discuss her new book, how fear can fuel financial success, and mental health. We also chat about how facing our fears means facing ourselves, wha…

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An Alternative to 10% Giving for the Modern Family 33:51

9M ago33:51

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‘Tis the season for giving! In today’s Marriage Kids And Money episode, I share what my family’s giving journey has looked like! I chat about how my family’s charitable giving has evolved over the years, why charitable giving is personal and more! I also talk about what “true” wealth is, the power of creating a legacy of generosity for our children…

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Leaving California To Get A Real Good Life | Sazan Hendrix and Stevie Hendrix 43:11

10M ago43:11

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Stevie and Sazan Hendrix, globally recognized digital creators and authors of the new book, A Real Good Life, join us to discuss how they redefined success, why they decided to audit their chaotic life, and the steps they took to focus on becoming an intentional family. We chat about saying no, embracing minimalism, simplifying life, and deconstruc…

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Don't Sacrifice Your Future to Pay for your Kid's College | Dorethia Kelly 43:49

10M ago43:49

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Dorethia Kelly, nationally recognized and award-winning financial coach and author of the book #MoneyChat, joins us to discuss what happens when parents help their children through college and the beginning stages of their children’s lives and ignore their own financial futures. We chat about the importance of parents prioritizing putting on their …

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Building Your Coast FIRE 3-Day Workweek 41:22

10M ago41:22

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Wouldn't it be awesome to only have a 3-day workweek? Well, a debt-free Coast FIRE life can provide that for a lot of families. I share 3-day workweek ideas to consider for those who are pursuing that Coast FIRE lifestyle. COAST FIRE FAMILY SEGMENT: Lauren Boland from Virginia, shares how she and her wife achieved Coast FIRE in their early 40s. We …

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Workaholism: Fighting the Never Enough Cult | Manisha Thakor 34:19

10M ago34:19

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In today’s Marriage Kids And Money episode, Manisha Thakor, 30-year finance industry veteran and founder of MoneyZen, a company focused on “empowering women to achieve financial wellbeing,” joins us to discuss why society thinks more is always the answer to our financial problems, the toxic “honor” of being busy, and the “never enough” cult. We als…

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How to Create a Family Budget in 8 Simple Steps 41:18

11M ago41:18

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In today’s episode, I go over 8 simple steps to creating an effective and lasting budget for your family. 2 in 3 households don’t keep a budget! If you’re part of this statistic, this episode is FOR YOU! I go over how to celebrate your financial wins, what categories you may want to include in your budget, what easy budgeting tools to use, and more…

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What Happens If You Don't Pay Your Student Loans | Robert Farrington 36:42

11M ago36:42

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Student loan payments are resuming after a three-year hiatus. Ever since news of the ending student loan payment pause, there have been rumblings on the internet: “I’m not paying my student loan anymore. I’m forgiving them myself.” While most of these comments are made in jest, what would actually happen if you just… stopped paying your student loa…

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Pay Off the Mortgage or Invest? How We Did Both 39:40

11M ago39:40

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In today’s episode, I answer the age-old question: “Should you pay off your mortgage or invest?” I go over the exact steps my family took to pay off our mortgage and build up a significant investment portfolio that allowed us to reach Coast FIRE and transition to part-time employment. I also discuss the benefits of couples therapy, resting when you…

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