Marriage Kids and Money
796 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 564 ratingsThe Marriage Kids and Money Podcast will strengthen your family tree and help you live financially free. We work to help you build the life of your dreams!
Each week, award-winning Family Finance Coach Andy Hill shares wealth-building tips that help parents and couples to design their ideal lifestyle. Learn how to get on track with your finances, have a happier marriage, work toward financial freedom, and even build generational wealth.
Knowing community makes for a happier future, Andy interviews millionaire parents, couples who have reached financial independence, or other money pros so listeners get a well-rounded perspective.
With over 400 episodes and counting, you are sure to find an episode to help you. Show topics include strategies on becoming debt free, how to invest simply, setting your kids up for success, and living more generously.
Don’t just take our word for it! Marriage Kids and Money has been hailed as a top podcast by Yahoo News, and US News and World Report.
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Episodes
Rich & Regular Version of Financial Independence | Kiersten & Julien Saunders (BEST OF MKM)
July 01, 2024 07:13 - 33 minutesHow 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 + Partners + Deals GUEST BIO: Julien and Kiersten are authors of Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game By Walking Away under Portfolio Books, an imprint ...
Harmonizing Work Aspirations with Family Ambitions
June 24, 2024 07:13 - 48 minutesBeing 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 Planner and Founder of Beyond Your Hammock, Eric Roberge. Second, we’re back with our Work From Anywhere segment featuring real estate investor Chad "Coa...
First Time Homebuyer Mistakes: 5 Big Blunders That Cost Me Thousands
June 17, 2024 07:13 - 46 minutesWhen 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 mortgage free journey and how a near-death crash almost derailed his family's future. Last, we're sharing the Good Word once again. My son Calvin and I a...
Navigating the Money Minefield in Relationships | Scott Rick
June 10, 2024 07:13 - 30 minutesIn 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 holds a PhD in Behavioral Decision Research from Carnegie Mellon University, where he was a National Science Foundation graduate research fellow. Hi...
10 Steps to Family Wealth and Happiness
June 03, 2024 07:13 - 1 hourWant 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 $45,000 of debt in just under five years, and he’ll share with us how we did it! Last, my daughter Zoey will be reading the review of the month and I’ll ...
Parents, It's Okay to Do Nothing | Celeste Headlee (BEST OF MKM)
May 27, 2024 07:13 - 32 minutesFeeling 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, shares how to fight back against the overworking lifestyle. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals GUEST BIO: Celeste Headlee is an international...
5 Millionaire Milestones Reached By Automating Our Finances
May 20, 2024 07:13 - 46 minutesBuilding 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 how her recent divorce impacted her plans. Last, we're sharing the Good Word once again. My son Calvin and I are discussing the results of the Worl...
US National Debt: How Deficit Spending Affects Our Future | Mark Higgins
May 13, 2024 07:13 - 24 minutesThe 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 to the show today. GUEST BIO - Mark Higgins: Mark is a frequent speaker both domestically and internationally on topics related to US financial h...
Is $2 Million Enough to Retire?
May 06, 2024 07:13 - 45 minutesWondering 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 Quiz. We're talking about Caitlin Clark, investing, and Mother's Day! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals The Roadmap to Financial Fr...
Become a Millionaire Starting From $0 | Brian Preston
April 29, 2024 07:13 - 36 minutesThe 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 wealth building less complicated. GUEST BIO - Brian Preston: Brian is the author of the new book Millionaire Mission: A 9 Step System to Level-Up Your...
How to Reduce Expenses at Home (8 tips to save big!)
April 22, 2024 07:13 - 39 minutesWe'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 at home! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Monarch Money: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/monarchmoney (affiliate) Tello: htt...
Buying a House in Cash - Pros and Cons
April 15, 2024 07:13 - 47 minutesDoes 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 skyrocketing in the Toronto area, Maya shares her mortgage free story and the decisions they made when it came time to upgrade their family home. Last but...
Enjoying the Financial Independence Journey | Jamila Souffrant
April 08, 2024 07:13 - 32 minutesThe 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 the show today. GUEST BIO - Jamila Souffrant: Jamila is the author of "Your Journey To Financial Freedom A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Wealth ...
Generational Wealth and Happiness (from the Financial Feminist Podcast w/ Tori Dunlap)
April 01, 2024 07:13 - 57 minutesWant 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 Millionaire: https://www.makemykidamillionaire.com/sa Financial Feminist Podcast: https://herfirst100k.com/financial-feminist-podcast/ SHOW INFOR...
Die With Zero: When YOLO Battles FIRE (BEST OF MKM + Bread & Wine)
March 25, 2024 07:13 - 37 minutesShould 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 book was so impactful for Andy and why he suggests it to other financially-focused people out there. EPISODE RESOURCES: Recommended Resources Die W...
7 Life-Changing Benefits of Coast FIRE
March 18, 2024 07:13 - 39 minutesCoast 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'll learn how they did it and what this Coast FIRE position means for their family's future. Last but not least, my son Calvin will be joining me fo...
Unfaithful Spouse: Stay Or Leave If They Cheat?
March 11, 2024 07:13 - 41 minutesIn 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 the show today. GUEST BIO: Casey and Meygan Caston are the founders of Marriage365, the #1 marriage App for couples who want real change in their r...
How to Save for College (10 Tips for Parents)
March 04, 2024 08:13 - 39 minutesWant 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. We're talking about Mexico travel, the cost of college, and women's tackle football! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Factor Meals ...
Backdoor Roth IRA: Is It Right For You?
February 26, 2024 08:13 - 32 minutesWhen 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 how he and his wife grew their net worth to over $1,000,000 in their early 40s! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Ashlee DeSteiger (We...
Tax Refund Time! 7 Smart Ways To Use Your Newfound Money
February 19, 2024 08:13 - 46 minutesIt'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 generosity! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Make My Kid a Millionaire (free section of the course): https://www.makemykidamillionaire....
JL Collins: FU Money vs. FI Money ... What's the Difference?
February 12, 2024 08:13 - 37 minutesHave 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. He has been called “The Godfather of FI” in the financial independence community. EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Pathfinders ...
5 Marriage and Money Tips to Improve Your Relationship
February 05, 2024 08:13 - 35 minutesWant 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 Mom and a part-time business owner who’s sharing how she developed a business where she earns $5k per month from home. And last but not least,...
Mini Retirements: A New Cure for Corporate Burnout | Jillian Johnsrud
January 29, 2024 08:13 - 35 minutesAccording 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 might be able to earn yours. To carry on the theme of mini-retirements, Kyle Landis-Marinello shares all about his recent experience in taking 5 we...
Life After The Mortgage Is Paid Off
January 22, 2024 08:13 - 42 minutesAre 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 mortgage-free adventure and advice for others who want that completely debt free life too. Lastly, Calvin is back with another Good Word! We're talkin...
Reach Your Potential Through Goal Setting | Jon Acuff
January 15, 2024 08:13 - 34 minutesTo 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) MKM RESOURCES: Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to make your kid a millionaire? Learn more about my course! MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 s...
Top 5 Best Budget Apps for Families
January 08, 2024 08:13 - 41 minutesWith 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 EveryDollar Tiller Simplifi by Quicken Fundrise MKM RESOURCES: Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to make your kid a millionaire? Learn ...
How to Become a Millionaire Couple in Your 40s (BEST OF MKM)
January 01, 2024 08:13 - 40 minutesIn 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. If you're looking to become a millionaire couple too, this episode is for you! RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsa...
How Much Money is Enough? | Joshua Becker (BEST OF MKM)
December 25, 2023 08:13 - 34 minutesMoney 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 discuss how we can overcome the distraction of money. He shares how he’s moved toward a life that matters and how it all started by moving away fr...
Mortgage Free Before 40 Years Old (BEST OF MKM)
December 18, 2023 08:13 - 36 minutesIn 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 has allowed them to do in their lives, and the importance of involving your spouse in money decisions. For those looking for mortgage-free strategi...
How to Take Back Your Time | Christy Wright (BEST OF MKM)
December 11, 2023 08:13 - 43 minutesAre 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 “no” and how to say it with grace, and more! For parents looking to find some more peace in their days, this episode is for you. Christy provides ...
Coast FIRE Before 35 Years Old (BEST OF MKM)
December 04, 2023 08:13 - 33 minutesAre 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, the 4% rule, how financial independence provides the freedom of options, and more! RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Coast FIRE Calculator G...
Living Debt Free as a Young Mother | Justine Nelson + Maeghan Jones (BEST OF MKM)
November 27, 2023 08:13 - 36 minutesIn 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, escaping the “rat race,” and how being blessed allows you to give blessings. GUEST BIO: Justine Nelson is the creator behind Debt Free Millennials YouT...
Managing Holiday Gift Expectations With Kids
November 20, 2023 08:13 - 35 minutesThe 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 joy– not financial despair– this year! DEBT FREE FAMILY SEGMENT: Ali Swart, Managing Director of Wealth Planning at Waldron Private Wealth, joins t...
Why Fear Is Your Friend | Farnoosh Torabi
November 13, 2023 08:13 - 43 minutesWe’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, what “fear setting” is, boundaries, and how to use fear to push yourself into an abundant life. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals GUEST BIO: F...
An Alternative to 10% Giving for the Modern Family
November 06, 2023 08:13 - 33 minutes‘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, and how paying off our mortgage allowed us to make an impact in our community. BE THE CHANGE SEGMENT: Co-founder and CEO of Daffy, a modern fina...
Leaving California To Get A Real Good Life | Sazan Hendrix and Stevie Hendrix
October 30, 2023 07:13 - 43 minutesStevie 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 deconstructing “the next thing” syndrome. GUEST BIO: Stevie and Sazan Hendrix are content creators, hosts of The Good Life with Stevie and Sazan podcast, a...
Don't Sacrifice Your Future to Pay for your Kid's College | Dorethia Kelly
October 23, 2023 07:13 - 43 minutesDorethia 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 own oxygen masks before they help their kids, learning how to save money for an emergency fund, parent guilt, scholarships. community college, and ...
Building Your Coast FIRE 3-Day Workweek
October 16, 2023 07:13 - 41 minutesWouldn'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 discuss how this huge investing milestone of $1.7 million has allowed her to think about a new path for working going forward. RESOURCES: Sponsors...
Workaholism: Fighting the Never Enough Cult | Manisha Thakor
October 09, 2023 07:13 - 34 minutesIn 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 also discuss identifying how trauma informs your perception of personal finance, steps you can take right now to step away from the hamster wheel, sig...
How to Create a Family Budget in 8 Simple Steps
October 02, 2023 07:13 - 41 minutesIn 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! FINTECH SPOTLIGHT SEGMENT: Marty Evans from our sponsor, Ethos, joins the podcast to discuss why parents should have life insurance, how much li...
What Happens If You Don't Pay Your Student Loans | Robert Farrington
September 25, 2023 07:13 - 36 minutesStudent 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 loan debt? We’re joined by Robert Farrington, Millennial Money Expert and founder of The College Investor, to chat about the ramifications of negle...
Pay Off the Mortgage or Invest? How We Did Both
September 18, 2023 07:13 - 39 minutesIn 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 need to, and prioritizing living in the present. MORTGAGE FREE FAMILY SEGMENT: Melinda Walker, Georgia-based, small business owner, joins the Ma...
Your Job is Not Your Life | Simone Stolzoff
September 11, 2023 07:13 - 28 minutesDoes your job feel like your entire identity? Do you struggle with work/life balance? Today we’re joined by Simone Stolzoff, author, designer, and workplace expert, to discuss how and why American’s careers have become central to our identities and how we can start to separate the two. We talk about the marriage of productivity and worth in our culture, why you need to diversify your identity and how to choose what is good enough for you. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals The Good Eno...
Don't Pay Off Your Mortgage Yet | Brian Preston (BEST OF MKM)
September 04, 2023 07:13 - 44 minutesIn today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode, Brian Preston, CPA, CFP®, PFS, founder of Abound Wealth Management, and host of The Money Guy Show, joins us to discuss why you shouldn't pay off your mortgage early! We talk about what you should do before you consider paying off your house, the importance of investing (especially in your youth), and a financial order of operations that makes the process easy. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals GUEST BIO: Brian Preston, CPA, CFP®, ...
Financial Pros and Cons of Marriage | Jesse Cramer
August 28, 2023 07:13 - 36 minutesAre there actually financial advantages to getting married? What about negatives? Today we’re joined by Jesse Cramer, content creator, host of award-winning podcast The Best Interest, and Associate Relationship Manager at Cobblestone Capital Advisors, a fiduciary wealth management firm, to discuss the legal and financial bond that is modern-day marriage. We talk about how to decrease financial cons before marriage with open communication and intentional planning, thoughts on prenuptial agreem...
Debt Snowball vs. Avalanche: Which Is Right For You?
August 21, 2023 07:13 - 43 minutesWhen you’re starting out on your debt free journey it can be overwhelming deciding which debt payoff method to choose. In today’s episode, I chat with you about the two most popular debt payoff methods, the Debt Snowball Method and the Debt Avalanche Method. We talk about which one is right for you, debt consolidation pros and cons, and why 0% APR credit cards may be a strategy to consider (with caution)! Debt Free Living Segment: Maeghan Jones, Atlanta-based real estate professional, joins ...
The Secret to a Happy Life (Based on 80 Years of Research) | Dr. Robert Waldinger
August 14, 2023 07:13 - 30 minutesAuthor, Professor, and Zen Priest, Dr. Robert Waldinger, joins us to discuss the concept of money and happiness. Dr. Waldinger is a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where he is Director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted. We discuss how relationships and physical health affect happiness, how to combat the “loneliness epidemic” in America, and actionable steps you can take to...
How Maxing Out My 401k Helped Me Become a Millionaire
August 07, 2023 07:13 - 33 minutes401k matching is an investing option that is often overlooked, but it can be a powerful tool in building long-term wealth. In today’s episode, I chat with you about how maxing out my 401k over six years propelled me to more financial success and security. While maxing out my 401k wasn't absolutely necessary to meet our family financial goals, it has allowed me to relax more, work less and rest easy knowing that one important box has been checked. Be the Change Segment: Melanie Mortimer, Pres...
Eliminating $200k of Debt as a Couple | Faith & Leo Jean-Louis (BEST OF MKM)
July 31, 2023 07:13 - 35 minutesIn today’s “Best of Marriage Kids And Money” episode, Faith and Leo Jean-Louis, join us to discuss how they paid off over $200,000 of debt. We talk about the importance of your "why" on your financial freedom journey, the sacrifices they made to make debt freedom happen, tools to build generational wealth, and why you need to prioritize earning compound interest instead of paying it! RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals GUEST BIOS: Faith and Leo Jean-Louis were in over their heads in debt...
How to Save for College (as Parents) | Damian Dunn
July 24, 2023 07:13 - 39 minutesIn today’s episode of Marriage Kids and Money, Damian Dunn, VP of advice of Your Money Line, the financial help line serving Pete the Planner® and Certified Financial Planner™, joins us to discuss saving for your child’s student loan debt-free future. We talk about the pros and cons of state sponsored 529 plans, the new details outlined in the Secure Act 2.0, and tax advantages of different college investing accounts you need to look out for! Generational Wealth Segment: Yanely Espinal is th...