More Money Podcast
443 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 100 ratingsWant to do more with your money? Then welcome to the More Money Podcast! Canadian money expert, speaker, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, author and podcast host Jessica Moorhouse is here to guide you on your personal finance journey and share the stories, expertise, and wisdom from top money and business experts, entrepreneurs, authors, and content creators to help simplify and demystify the "complex" world of money. On top of learning practical tools you can use in your financial life, she'll also explore topics like money and happiness, the behaviours and systems holding you back, and most importantly, no matter where you're starting from or how much (or little) you have in your bank account, money isn't everything and you are more than your money.
New episodes air every Wednesday. For podcast episode show notes, visit jessicamoorhouse.com/podcast. To enquire about being a guest on a future episode, visit jessicamoorhouse.com/podcastsubmissions.
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084 Why One Woman Started Her Own Investing Conference - Helena Liu, Founder of Canadian Investors Conference
January 19, 2017 17:00 - 22 minutesHelena Liu wanted to learn from Canada's top investing experts — so she started her own online conference to get 20+ of the best together to share their knowledge with her & other Canadians. Long description: I met Helena this past summer because she was looking to add speakers to her roster for her first online investing summit — the Canadian Investors Conference. I suggested a few of my favourite Canadian experts, and now several months later the conference is just a few weeks away and regi...
083 The Simple Genius of the Canadian Couch Potato Method - Dan Bortolotti, Blogger at the Canadian Couch Potato & Financial Planner
January 18, 2017 17:00 - 32 minutesDan Bortolotti, better known as the Canadian Couch Potato, chats with me about all the ins and outs of index fund and ETF investing. Long description: For this episode, I interview a man many people know just as the Canadian Couch Potato. Dan Bortolotti started his Canadian Couch Potato blog in 2010, and it has since become one of the go-to online resources for learning about DIY investing. I can't tell you how many people I know who swear by his model portfolios! And if that wasn't cool enou...
082 Why I Quit My Job to Become an Entrepreneur - Jessica Moorhouse
January 12, 2017 17:00 - 34 minutesBefore the holidays, I made the life-changing decision to leave my job and become self-employed. In this episode I share why I chose to quit my job and what I've got planned for the next year. Long description: This week, I'm no longer an employee — I'm an entrepreneur. It's crazy for me to even write that because I honestly never thought this would be my reality. Growing up, I never had aspirations to own my own business. I thought I'd follow the path my parents laid out and would work for a...
081 Making a Case for The Wealthy Renter - Alex Avery, Author of The Wealthy Renter
January 11, 2017 17:00 - 42 minutesRenting is not throwing your money away, and home ownership isn't something everyone has to aspire to. Alex Avery, author of The Wealthy Renter and seasoned financial analyst, shares his insight into why there is a misconception about the benefits of owning a home and why renting might actually make you richer. Long description: To kick off season 4 of the Mo' Money Podcast, I chat with a very special guest about one of my favourite topics — homeownership. Alex Avery, the author of The Wealth...
080 Why 2016 Was Crazy Wonderful: A Year in Review - Jessica Moorhouse
December 08, 2016 17:00 - 29 minutesFor my last episode for season 3, I'm so excited to share this very personal solo episode with you! A lot has happened this year, so much so that I honestly didn't remember it all until I took some time to write everything down. And even then I'm not sure if I got everything. A lot of changes are coming in 2017, which I alluded to in this episode, but I won't be sharing any of that until season 4 in January. So until then, I wanted to spend some time to reflect on all the positive things that...
079 Why You Should Always Hunt for the LowestRates - Justin Thouin, CEO of Lowest Rates
December 07, 2016 17:00 - 33 minutesIt's a simple concept — do your research to find the lowest rate on an expensive purchase (like life insurance or a mortgage), and you'll thank yourself later. Simple, yet most of us still don't do it. That's why Justin Thouin, CEO of LowestRates, is on a mission to change that costly habit of ours and show us that it doesn't take that much time or effort to save thousands of dollars. Long description: It's sadly the final week for season 3 of the Mo' Money Podcast, and this episode is my las...
078 How to Jump into Entrepreneurship Head On - Heather Payne, Founder of Ladies Learning Code
November 30, 2016 17:00 - 32 minutesHeather Payne, founder of Ladies Learning Code and HackerYou, proves you really can do whatever you want when you grow up, as long as you aren't afraid to take risks, do something completely new and really put your heart and soul into it. Long description: I learned about Heather Payne after I took one of her Ladies Learning Code classes, and man is she one inspirational lady! She's one of the youngest female entrepreneurs I know, having founded both Ladies Learning Code and HackerYou in her...
077 Listener Series - How Steve Saved Up $3 Million for Retirement Working a Regular 9 to 5
November 24, 2016 17:00 - 35 minutesThink you can become a millionaire by working a regular 9 to 5 job? I know I have a lot of guests on the show who promote the benefits of entrepreneurship and working for yourself to get ahead financially. But for this Listener Series episodes, I chat with Steve Cousins from Arkansas about how he was able to reach financial freedom by working as an employee for the same company for almost 40 years. I know, I know, many of us Millennials may think that Steve's story sounds exactly like the adv...
076 How to Retire by 33 - Anita Dhake, Early Retiree & Blogger at The Power of Thrift
November 23, 2016 17:00 - 27 minutesThink you've gotta be rich to retire early? Then you haven't heard Anita Dhake's story about how she was able to retire at 33. Long description: Just to warn you, this podcast interview with Anita Dhake may make you want to hoard all of your money and live as frugally as possible so you can retire early too. From the sounds of it, early retirement does not disappoint. Who wouldn't want to live the life they want right now, instead of waiting until 65 or later? As I mentioned in this episode, ...
075 Listener Series - How Jessica Paid Off $40,000 in Debt in 3 Years as an Artist
November 17, 2016 17:00 - 35 minutesIt's not too often you get to interview your namesake! For this Listener Series episode, I chat with Jessica Watchorn, a Toronto artist and podcaster over at the Art Pro Podcast, about keeping it real financially, paying off a ton of debt and pursuing your dream career. Long description: It's not too often you get to interview your namesake for a podcast episode, so it was a real treat to chat with Jessica Watchorn for this Listener Series episode. And not only do we share a name, we have ver...
074 Finding Your Path to a Happier, Wealthier Life - LaTisha Styles, Money Expert & Business Coach
November 16, 2016 17:00 - 25 minutesI chat with LaTisha Styles who went from trying to make a living after graduating university during the recession to now working for herself and loving every minute of it. Long description: LaTisha Styles is proof that you don't have to be stuck on one particular path even if it seems like the odds are against you. Getting a degree in Spanish and trying to grow her career during the recession wasn't easy, but instead of throwing her hands up and giving in, LaTisha powered through and is now b...
073 Listener Series - How to Overcome Life's Major Obstacles Like Erika
November 10, 2016 17:00 - 25 minutesFor this special Listener series episode, I chat with Erika from Red Deer, Alberta about how she experienced extreme poverty in her childhood, was later adopted to a new family with her brother and had to accept the news that she had MS in her early 20s. She's had to overcome a number of obstacles in her young life so far, more than most people ever have to deal with. But despite that fact, her optimism is infectious and she's proof that when there's a will there's a way, and it's never too l...
072 How to Keep It Simple with Your Credit Cards - David Rubenstein, Credit Card Expert
November 09, 2016 17:00 - 34 minutesCredit card expert David Rubsenstein (from CreditShout.com and CreditForums.com) chats with me about the most important things people need to know about credit reports, credit scores and credit cards. If you're looking for an in-depth podcast episode about credit that really gets down to the knitty-gritty, you found it! Long description: This is by far the most in-depth episode about credit cards I've ever done, so I hope that's is exactly what you're looking for! For this episode, I chat wit...
071 Listener Series - How Rachel Jimenez Got Two Degrees for Free
November 03, 2016 16:00 - 34 minutesRachel Jimenez is saving 40% of her income, got 60K in scholarships and bought her first house at 24. Find out how she did it by listening to our podcast episode together. Long description: Rachel Jimenez is certainly giving me a run for my money! This girl go $60,000 in scholarships, which paid for both her bachelor's and master's degrees. She also was able to save enough to buy her first home at the young age of 24. And if that still doesn't impress you, her and her husband are saving 40% o...
070 You Don't Have to Be Born an Entrepreneur to Become One - Erin Bury, Managing Director at 88 Creative
November 02, 2016 16:00 - 29 minutesI chat with Erin Bury, who was not only listed under Marketing Magazine's 30 Under 30, but also grown her personal brand so big...even Oprah noticed. For this episode of the Mo' Money Podcast, I chat with Erin about what she learned about what not to do with her money in college and why she decided to change career paths from journalist to small business owner. Long description: "Millennials are not lazy entitled, losers and we actually have a lot to say," - Erin Bury. Officially my favourite...
069 Listener Series - Why David from Texas Advocates a Cash-only Lifestyle
October 27, 2016 16:00 - 34 minutesFor this special Listener Series episode, I interview David from Texas who shares his debt story and how he got out of it by sticking to a cash-only diet. Long description: After listening to my Listener Series episode with Amanda from Ottawa, David from Texas answered my call out to be on my podcast, and I'm so glad he did. I feel like his story is so relatable, and yet I don't think I've ever interviewed anyone who paid off $40,000 in debt in only 14 months, then stuck to a cash-only diet f...
068 Getting Your Values & Money Right - Rubina Ahmed-Haq, Canadian Personal Finance Expert
October 26, 2016 16:00 - 37 minutesCanadian personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq and I chat about how her upbringing helped her understand how to manage money at a young age, and how her career as a journalist eventually led her to become a popular Canadian personal finance expert and TV personality. Long description: For this episode of the Mo' Money Podcast, I chat with Canadian personal finance expert Rubina Ahmed-Haq. She blogs over at Always Save Money, but she's been in the finance game for a long time. She started ...
067 Listener Series - How Heidi Is Crushing Her Debt While Self-Employed
October 20, 2016 16:00 - 29 minutesFor this Listener Series episode, I chat with Heidi from my hometown of Vancouver about how she manages living in an expensive city, working as a freelance theatre manager and crushing her consumer debt, without giving up on enjoying her money and her life. Long description: Can I just say how much I am loving this Listener Series? It may have been one of my best ideas! One of the perks of having a podcast I guess, I get to talk to so many amazing people and see how they do things. And one of...
066 Everything You Need to Know About Robo-advisors - Andrew Kirkland, President of Justwealth
October 19, 2016 16:00 - 36 minutesI interview Justwealth president Andrew Kirkland about what we as investors need to know about robo-advisors, index funds and ETFs. Long description: Don't forget to take advantage of today's episode freebie! Receive a special $50 bonus when opening an account with Justwealth by visiting justwealth.com/jessica-moorhouse. I've been getting more and more interested in investing lately, and it could be for a number of reasons. Firstly, I'm not as young as I once was. Ever since I turned 30 I c...
065 Listener Series - How Sharifa Balanced Paying Off Debt with Going Back to School
October 13, 2016 16:00 - 26 minutesFor this Listener Series episode, I chat with Sharifa Samuels who is originally from Ontario but now lives in my hometown of Vancouver. She shares how she was able to travel, pay for her wedding in cash, buy a place in one of the most expensive cities in the world, go back to school, but also aggressively pay down her debt and help her husband to do the same. Long description: Sharifa's Awesome Financial Advice for Others in the Same Boat? Write all your debts down, including interest rates a...
064 Finding Your Roadmap to Financial Wellness - Jason Vitug, Author & Founder of Phroogal
October 12, 2016 16:00 - 39 minutesJason Vitug is an author, entrepreneur, speaker and founder of Phroogal.com, and he's on a mission to teach everyone that financial freedom is possible no matter who you are or where you live. I chat with him in this episode about his latest book, You Only Live Once: The Roadmap to Financial Freedom, and how he went from working in Silicon Valley to road tripping it across the United States to inspire and teach others about the power of personal finance. Long description: If you're looking fo...
063 What It's Really Like to Be a New Homeowner - Jessica Moorhouse
October 06, 2016 16:00 - 34 minutesFor this special solo episode, I share what's been happening on the new homeowner-front since my first episode of the season where I announced that my husband and I bought our first place. Long description: In my first episode (and first solo episode) for season 3 of the Mo' Money Podcast, I shared with you the big news that my husband and I bought our very first place. After one failed house hunt two years ago, we restarted our search in July and ended up buying a townhouse in Toronto. Not o...
062 This is What Extreme Frugality Looks Like - Mrs. Frugalwoods
October 05, 2016 16:00 - 35 minutesMrs. Frugalwoods is a testament to what extreme frugality can look like if you do it right. Extreme frugality, very different than minimalism so don't get them confused, is all about financial independence. When you let go of your need or obsession to buy and accumulate stuff, and focus on living simply, buying what you need (not just what you want), and spending your money on what really matters — well, maybe then you'll be able to live on 66 acres in the woods while working remotely too. Lo...
061 Listener Series - How Taylor from San Diego Paid Off $14,000 in 7 Months
September 29, 2016 16:00 - 25 minutesFaced with the reality that she had to pay her own way through university if she wanted a degree, Taylor Milam is a true example that hard work and resilience can really pay off. Long description: My third episode in my special podcast listener series features Taylor Milam from San Diego. Her debt story may sound very familiar to you if you had to pay for school on your own, work a few jobs at night and still depend on student loans to finish your degree. But her story is also a great example...
060 The Best Career Advice You'll Ever Get - Alison Green, AskAManager.org
September 28, 2016 16:00 - 34 minutesIt was such a delight to chat with Alison Green from AskAManager.org about her amazing blog and to pick her brain about interviewing as a new post-grad, revamping your resumé, and switching careers. If you're a student, Millennial, or just listening to this episode at work and really wish you weren't at work, this is an episode you will get so much out of. Make sure to check the show notes so you can find out how to submit your work/career questions to Alison too. Long description: It was hon...
059 The First Millennial Money Meetup (Live Recording) - Jessica Moorhouse, Barry Choi, Michelle Summerfield & Daniel Teo
September 22, 2016 16:00 - 36 minutesI hosted and organized my very first event recently, called the Millennial Money Meetup. It was graciously sponsored by EQ Bank, and featured fellow money experts and bloggers Barry Choi, Michelle Summerfield and Daniel Teo. This event was all about creating a community and a safe space for Millennials to get together and talk about something that's generally considered taboo...money. Not only did we get a full house, I got a lot of great feedback and everyone had a rockin' time! This is defi...
058 Yes, You Are Paying Fees on Your Investments - Chris Ambridge, President of Transcend Private Client
September 21, 2016 16:00 - 32 minutesThis episode is all about fees, and my guest, Transcend Private Client president Chris Ambridge, has a wealth of knowledge to share all about it. We also discussed CRM2, the new amendments coming into play to make it more clear how much we're paying in fees, and we talked about the different ways advisors are compensated, so you have a better understand of why they may suggest certain investment products to you. Long description: This episode is all about fees, because even though it paying f...
057 Listener Series - What Lindsay Learned About the Real Cost of Owning a House
September 15, 2016 16:00 - 22 minutesMy second episode in my special podcast listener series features Lindsay VanSomeren, who is originally from Colorado, but now lives in Alaska with her husband. Her story is also a debt story like my first listener series episode with Amanda from Ottawa, but instead of student debt or consumer debt, she's dealing with housing debt. And no, not just carrying a mortgage, but the cost of fixing and maintaining a home. I guess some could call this a "Money Pit" situation (any fans of the 1986 Tom ...
056 Life, Success & Moolala - Bruce Sellery, TV Host, Speaker & Author
September 14, 2016 16:00 - 37 minutesFor this episode, I chat with a truly wonderful man, who is so full of positivity and financial expertise, I can't believe I booked him for this interview! I'm of course talking about the one and only Bruce Sellery. He's a TV host, author, speaker and business journalist who makes money easy to tackle and kind of fun. In this episode, we talk about his successful career and how it all came to fruition, how he got to become a published author, and what the most important things everyone should...
055 Listener Series - How Amanda from Ottawa Paid Off $64,000 in Debt
September 08, 2016 16:00 - 36 minutesFor my first episode in my special podcast listener series. My first guest is Amanda D. from Ottawa. I originally interviewed her in June for my "4 Women Who Will Inspire You to Crush Your Debt" blog post, but I knew I needed to interview her for my podcast. She's an incredible woman who got into $64,000, then got herself out of it through sheer willpower, initiative and hard work. Long description: For my first episode in my special podcast Listener Series. My first guest is Amanda D. from ...
054 I'm Back from the Summer & I've Got Some Big News! - Jessica Moorhouse
September 07, 2016 16:00 - 31 minutesDid you miss me? I sure missed you! It was great to take the summer off to take a break from the podcast and record a slew of new episodes for season 3, but a lot has happened these past few months. I share all my big news, including me being a new homeowner, going back to school (again!) and my first ever event aptly titled the Millennial Money Meetup. Long episode description: I’m back! Did you miss me? I certainly missed you! But man did I need a break. Not that it was much of a break if I...
053 Special Episode - Money, University & Making It in the Real World - Sarah Moorhouse, my sister
June 22, 2016 16:00 - 35 minutesFor this special episode of the Mo' Money Podcast, I interview my younger sister Sarah about what it feels like to have just graduated university, how she managed her money during school and was able to avoid getting into student debt, and what her plans are now that she's a post-grad in the "real world." I also offer some helpful tips on things I learned when I was in my sister's shoes, like how best to search for a job, how much money to have saved up before moving out and how to keep focus...
052 30 Life Lessons I Learned Before Turning 30 - Jessica Moorhouse
June 01, 2016 16:00 - 42 minutesIn the final episode for season 2 of the Mo' Money Podcast, I do a special solo show to reflect on the 30 biggest lessons I've learned over the course of my 30 years on Earth in terms of money, life and balance. Long episode description: This episode of the Mo’ Money Podcast is brought to you by Lowest Rates, who are providing $250 for today’s giveaway! To find the lowest rates when it comes to mortgages, insurance and credit cards visit LowestRates.ca. Today is a pretty big day for me. It’s ...
051 Money Lessons from a Money Guru - Gail Vaz-Oxlade, TV Personality & Author
May 25, 2016 16:00 - 39 minutesThe one and only Gail Vaz-Oxlade and I chat about her career as a personal finance guru, TV host and best-selling author. She also shares her top money tips for getting rid of debt, kicking bad financial habits to the curb and leading a more balanced life. Long episode description: This episode of the Mo’ Money Podcast is brought to you byWealthSimple. To learn more about the the fastest-growing automated investing service in Canada and to get your special $50 bonus when you open a new Wealth...
050 Immigrating to Canada & Life in Retirement - Audrey Moorhouse, My Grandma
May 18, 2016 16:00 - 23 minutesFor this episode, I interview my grandma Audrey, my dad's mom. She has an incredible story, though she may disagree with me. Sometimes it's hard to realize how much stuff you've accomplished and experienced when it's your life, but that's why I love having this podcast. Not only did my grandma immigrate from Scotland to Canada in the 1950s and start a new life with her young family in her early 20s, she was also a teacher for her entire career and was able to save enough to retire at 62. I've...
049 Everything You Need to Know About Bankruptcy - Doug Hoyes, Licensed Insolvency Trustee
May 11, 2016 16:00 - 37 minutesI talk with licensed insolvency trustee Doug Hoyes about the key things everyone should know about debt and bankruptcy. Long episode description: I haven’t personally had much experience with debt, having only had a very small student loan to pay off after university (which I was able to crush in less than a year), but the fact is I’m the exception not the rule. Most households have debt, and so I wanted to make sure I did a podcast episode all about it. I’ve known Doug Hoyes for a little whi...
048 How to Balance Family, Money & Career - Jen Hemphill, Money Coach & Podcast Host of Her Money Matters
May 04, 2016 16:00 - 38 minutesJen Hemphill is proof that if there's a will, there's a way to balance family, money and career. Being an army wife isn't easy, especially when you have to move around the country with your family every few years. Most people with spouses in the military have a hard time maintaining a career living this lifestyle, but Jen found a way to have a career, help support her family financially and educate others about the importance of personal finance by starting her own money coaching business. In...
047 How Not to Get into Major Student Debt - Brad Baldridge, College Funding Consultant
April 27, 2016 16:00 - 33 minutesI talk with Brad Baldridge, college funding consultant and blogger and podcast host of Taming the High Cost of College. It's almost impossible to get a good job without higher education these days, but many people are getting into more debt than they can handle by going to college unprepared. Brad shares his tips on how to be smart with your money, how far in advance you should plan for the costs of college, how you can get free money to pay for tuition and how you can save even more come tax...
047 How Not to Get into Major Student Debt - Brad Baldridge, College Funding Consultant
April 27, 2016 16:00 - 32 minutes - 16.6 MBI talk with Brad Baldridge, college funding consultant and blogger and podcast host of Taming the High Cost of College. It's almost impossible to get a good job without higher education these days, but many people are getting into more debt than they can handle by going to college unprepared. Brad shares his tips on how to be smart with your money, how far in advance you should plan for the costs of college, how you can get free money to pay for tuition and how you can save even more come ta...
046 Finding Financial Freedom - Todd Tresidder, Blogger at Financial Mentor
April 20, 2016 16:00 - 36 minutesTodd Tresidder from Financial Mentor and I talk about how he was able to retire from his career as a hedge fund manager at early age of 35. But he didn't just put up his legs and relax once he retired, he put his energy into growing a money coaching business from scratch so he could other people find financial freedom just like he was able to. Long episode description: Todd Tresidder from Financial Mentor is a numbers guy. It helped him craft a successful career as a hedge fund manager, as we...
045 House Hunting Dos & Don'ts - Kristina Wilson, Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO)
April 13, 2016 16:00 - 29 minutesIn this episode, I talk with Kristina Wilson from the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) about the most important dos and don'ts when it comes to house hunting. Buying a home isn't as glamorous as all those home buying reality shows make it seem. It's a lot of work, there are a lot of documents to be aware of, and making one of the most expensive purchases of your life should not be taken lightly. Luckily RECO is here to help with experts like Kristina as well as a number of other useful r...
044 How to Do Your Taxes like a Pro - Gerry Vittoratos, Tax Specialist at UFile
April 06, 2016 16:00 - 27 minutesI interview UFile tax specialist Gerry Vittoratos on what tips we should all know so we can do our taxes like a pro and get the biggest tax refund possible. Long episode description: As I mentioned at the beginning of this episode, before I launched this podcast one of the topics I hoped to cover down the road was taxes. You may think that taxes are complicated, intimidating, boring, or maybe you just don’t want to think about them at all. No matter the case, we all have to do our taxes every...
043 Planning for Tomorrow Without Sacrificing Today - Roger Whitney, Blogger/Podcaster at Retirement Answer Man
March 30, 2016 16:00 - 36 minutesRetirement planning doesn't have to be boring, and it doesn't mean you have to sacrifice today to afford a better life tomorrow. In this episode, Retirement Answer Man Roger Whitney and I discuss the different strategies you can try to plan for a better, richer future. Long episode description: Roger Whitney sure is the Retirement Answer Man. Not only does he have his own personal finance blog and podcast focused on retirement, he’s also a CFP®, CIMA®, CPWA® and AIF®. That’s a lot of designat...
042 Turning Setbacks into Greenbacks - Dr. Williey Jolley, Motivational Speaker, Radio Host & Author
March 23, 2016 16:00 - 35 minutesDr. Willie Jolley, an award-winning motivational speaker, Sirius XM radio host and author and I talk about how he turned his setbacks into major successes. If you're looking for an incredibly motivating podcast episode with a lot of useful advice on how to be more positive and how to turn your failures into opportunities, this is the episode for you. Also listen for a free gift in today's episode to help you on your journey to a more positive, balanced and wealthy life. Long episode descripti...
041 How to Make That Bacon - Karen Yap from Makin' the Bacon
March 16, 2016 16:00 - 26 minutesOn this episode of the Mo' Money Podcast, I talk with Karen Yap, personal finance blogger from Makin' the Bacon, about how to make more money, quit your unfulfilling job and rock your dream career. Long episode description: Karen Yap has been blogging about personal finance over at Makin’ the Bacon for close to 4 years and she’s learned a lot about making money and switching careers during that time. Although she considers herself to be a bit of a job hopper, what she really is is a woman who...
040 Small Town, Big Dreams: A Success Story - Gina Kennedy, Radio Host, Voice Actor & Rockstar
March 09, 2016 17:00 - 20 minutesGina Kennedy is a radio host, voice actor and rockstar and she is still in her 20s. In this episode, Gina and I talk about how anything is possible when it comes to your career — no matter how big your dreams are, or how small your hometown is. Long episode description: Gina Kennedy is a prime example of how even if you come from a small town, if you’ve got big dreams the sky is the limit! Gina is originally from Abercrombie, Nova Scotia. A town so small that when I tried to look up the curre...
039 Make That Money Honey - Natalie Bacon, Personal Finance Blogger at NatalieBacon.com
March 02, 2016 17:00 - 32 minutesNatalie Bacon grew up thinking she wanted to be a lawyer, but after 4 years in the legal profession she realized she that was not the life she wanted for herself. Deciding to switch careers and become a certified financial planner (as well as a personal finance blogger), Natalie may have taken a major pay cut from her lawyer days, but she is well on her way to making some big money...honey. I also share at the end of this episode that I have just opened a Facebook group for anyone who wants t...
038 How to Survive Financial Hardships like a Fighter - Tahnya Kristina, Blogger at Blonde & Balanced
February 24, 2016 17:00 - 24 minutesIn this episode, I talk to certified financial planner, freelance writer and Blonde & Balanced blogger Tahnya Kristina about how she lost her job during the 2007 financial crisis, and then turned that into an opportunity to become debt-free and never be put in that position again. Long episode description: I’ve known Tahnya Kristina for several years — initially from the personal finance blogging world, then when we were roommates at FinCon 2014. The one thing that always amazes me about Tahn...
037 The Tiny House Movement - Christopher Smith, Filmmaker of Tiny: A Story About Living Small
February 17, 2016 17:00 - 25 minutes - 13.5 MBChristopher Smith, documentary filmmaker of Tiny: A Story About Living Small, and I talk about the financial upside to living in a tiny house, and how he managed to build his own tiny house with his own money and no prior building experience. Long episode description: When I watched Christopher Smith and Marete Mueller’s documentary Tiny: A Story About Living Small, it kind of blew my mind. I was always aware of the tiny house movement, even fantasized about building my own one day, but ...
037 The Tiny House Movement - Christopher Smith, Filmmaker of Tiny: A Story About Living Small
February 17, 2016 17:00 - 26 minutesChristopher Smith, documentary filmmaker of Tiny: A Story About Living Small, and I talk about the financial upside to living in a tiny house, and how he managed to build his own tiny house with his own money and no prior building experience. Long episode description: When I watched Christopher Smith and Marete Mueller’s documentary Tiny: A Story About Living Small, it kind of blew my mind. I was always aware of the tiny house movement, even fantasized about building my own one day, but it wa...