Episodes
Today on the show: There are so many things going through your mind, so many emotions you deal with when you decide to get a divorce. A lot of these feelings, insecurities, fears tend to cloud our judgment and decision making which is the reason why many women make divorce mistakes. Today Kitty Bressington will go over some of the most common mistakes and give you words of wisdom no matter where you are in your relationship. Kitty Bressington, CFP®, CDFA is a founding principal of Linden...
Published 06/11/21
You might already be at the point where you’re just tired. Tired of reinventing yourself. Tired of dealing with and overcoming the curve balls that life throws at you. TV/Radio host, Philanthropist and single mom of 5 Kim Adams is still being forced to improvise adapt overcome. She might have exactly what you need to hear right now. Follow Kim on Facebook Follow Kim on Linkedin Plus in our No Dumb Questions segment. We hear so much concern about inflation, what does that really mean?...
Published 05/28/21
Today on the show: It’s CRAZY how much money companies specifically Pfizer have made off of the COVID vaccine. Pure profit. Morally, how should we feel about this? We’ll ask Jill Schlesinger, she’s the CBS News Business Analyst, host of the Jill on Money show She was on Spezzano and Sandy the radio morning show I cohost and I thought I’d share it here with you. Also on the show today, in our "No Dumb Questions" segment You might be itching to renovate the house, so what IS the difference...
Published 05/14/21
One time or another in your career you may have found yourself being the corporate "Yes Girl." For whatever reason you just sat there and bit your tongue instead of speaking up. Well, hopefully today will be the turning point. You will find the confidence to STOP being the "Yes Girl" and find your Bold Voice. Kim Boudreau Smith is passionate about being an advocate for women and helping them find their bold voices. She herself lived through navigating the ranks in the corporate world and...
Published 05/07/21
Today on the show: You’ll be surprised how quickly you can start making money food blogging. If the thought of perfection is holding you back, Don't let it! You don’t have to worry about trying to be perfect, you don’t even have to be the best cook. Food Blogging Pro Megan Porta is here to talk you through the important steps you need to take. Food Blogging 101 Follow Megan's Food Blog Pip and Ebby  Follow Megan's podcast and be part of her membership group Eat Blog Talk Plus, in our "No...
Published 04/30/21
Today on the show:  Before we talk about ESG investing, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. What is the difference between a Bank and a Credit Union? President & CEO at Summit Federal Union Laurie Baker is here to explain. Have you heard the term ESG investing? It stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. What is it and why should you care? CBS News Business Analyst and Host of the Jill on Money radio and podcast show Jill Schlesinger is here to explain....
Published 04/23/21
Today on the show:  Before we talk about Imposter Syndrome, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. What questions should you be asking when interviewing for Financial Advisors? There's 3 crucial things you need to make sure you know before you sign up with any advisor and today CFP Erica Cummings from The Harmony Financial Wellness Group at RBC Wealth Management will explain what they are. Imposter Syndrome: “Anxiety or self-doubt that results from persistently...
Published 04/16/21
Today on the show: Before we chat with Rosa and learn her simple technique that will help you change your mindset, we'll start the show with our "No Dumb Questions" segment. Is it more important to pay off all of your debt first or invest? It's one of the top Googled money questions and today Erica Cummings CFP at The Harmony Financial Wellness Group at RBC Wealth Management and host of the podcast A Strong Woman for Strong Women has the answer. Follow Erica on LinkedIn Email Erica Everybody...
Published 04/09/21
`Today on the show: Before we chat with Vanessa about why everyone especially women need to be part of the money conversation, we'll start the show with our "No Dumb Questions" segment. Last year 75% of families received a tax refund of about $3,000. Is it better to owe money at the end of the year or get a refund like so many families? Erica Cummings CFP at The Harmony Financial Wellness Group at RBC Wealth Management and host of the podcast A Strong Woman for Strong Women explains which...
Published 04/02/21
`Today on the show: Before we chat with Denisse about coming away from the pandemic with more clarity and confidence, we'll start the show with our "No Dumb Questions" segment. A lot of people have questions about the new Child Tax Credit that was included in the American Rescue Plan. Professor Emeritus at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Author of Teachers Can Be Financially Fit economist Mark Schug aka Grandpa Mark explains WHO will benefit from it. WHEN you can expect the money and...
Published 03/26/21
Today on the show: Before we chat with sisters Sheila and Maya Dunne and their dad Tom about being named in the Forbes Next 1000 list, we'll start the show with our "No Dumb Questions" segment. The shocking statistic that is the underlying factor which drives all bad financial decisions. CFP Erica Cummings from The Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management is here to keep you motivated to stay the course and continue to be engaged with your finances. Two Rochester sisters are making...
Published 03/19/21
Today on the show: Before we chat with Brooke about bad debt, we'll start the show with our "No Dumb Questions" segment. We want to make sure you have a good understanding of Overdraft Protection. CFP Erica Cummings from The Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management is here to explain the biggest misunderstandings people have. As a young adult, in her 20s Brooke Tallinger has her financial goals already figured out. She uses the Bad Debt is not an option as a motivator to keep herself...
Published 03/12/21
Today on the show: Before we chat with Joie and Sheila about how to market yourself, we'll start the show with our "No Dumb Questions" segment. Many of our Seven Figure family have reached out with questions about credit cards and how it impacts credit score. One question in particular is the advice that encourages to always have a credit card balance in order to have good credit. We need to clarify this one. CFP Erica Cummings from the The Harmony Financial Wellness Group at RBC Wealth...
Published 03/05/21
Today on the show: Before we chat with married couple Chris and Audrey, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. Professor Emeritus at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Author of Teachers Can Be Financially Fit economist Mark Schug aka Grandpa Mark is here to catch us up on everything money related that happened this month. Of course we start with Bitcoin. Everybody is talking about Bitcoin. So, should you jump in on this craze too? Plus we break down the $1.9 Trillion...
Published 02/26/21
Today on the show: Before JoAnne Ryan gives us her sage wisdom, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. CBS News Business Analyst, host of the Jill on Money podcast Jill Schlesinger is on the radio morning show (Spezzano & Sandy) every week. Last week, was a really good conversation about what to expect this year come tax time, so I thought I’d share it here with you. If you received unemployment or a stimulus check in 2020, she’ll tell you if it’ll impact your taxes....
Published 02/19/21
  Today on the show:  Before we get real and honest about marriage and money, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. What happens to a person’s debt when they pass away? Today CFP at the Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management Erica Cummings will explain.  Dear friends of mine, Steve and Kristy LaTart join the show. If you live here in Rochester NY, you know Steve as Carson from back in the day on the radio morning show I co-host. If you live in Minnesota, you...
Published 02/12/21
Today on the show:  Before we talk to our featured guest today, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. Today CFP at the Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management Erica Cummings will give her top 3 favorite money apps Maria Riofrio is here with us today. You’ll love her. She tells it like it is! “Maria’s success as a financial educator is not only in her mastery of the subject matter, but in her genuine care for her students and colleagues. After facing the...
Published 02/05/21
Today on the show: Before we talk about what success looks like, Professor Emeritus at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Author of Teachers Can Be Financially Fit… Economist Mark Schug aka Grandpa Mark is here for our “No Dumb Questions” segment. He’s going to catch us up on what’s being debated in the 3rd Stimulus plan. What does success look like? Emmy award winning producer, author, speaker and Host of Success in Your City Brandon T Adams joins the conversation. He’s fantastic, you...
Published 01/29/21
 Today on the show:   Before learn some great frugal tips from our Frugal Friends Jen and Jill we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. CFP at the Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management Erica Cummings will give us a quick explanation of a ROTH IRA. Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni from the Frugal Friends podcast are here! Jen is a personal finance writer and owner of Modern Frugality Media.  Jill is a social worker and natural born frugalista. Both of them paid off...
Published 01/22/21
Today on the show: Before we find out how to invest in real estate with little to no time and money commitment, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. When switching jobs, what do you do with your previous employers retirement plan? CFP at the Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management Erica Cummings is here to talk us through the 4 options. Our guest today Monick Halm founder of Real Estate Investor Goddesses said it perfectly “Financial freedom is when you have...
Published 01/15/21
Today on the show:  Before we find out how to “Ditch Busy,” we’ll start the show with a very popular question, “How can I catch up on saving for retirement?” A lot of people say they’re behind on saving for retirement so today in our “No Dumb Questions” segment, CFP at the Harmony Financial Group at RBC Wealth Management Erica Cummings will give you the 3 easiest ways to catch up. If you are constantly busy and sometimes feeling a bit overwhelmed, you are listening to the perfect...
Published 01/08/21
Today on the show: Before we find out how Stephanie paid off her debt, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. Professor Emeritus at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Author of Teachers Can Be Financially Fit, Economist Mark Schug or as we lovingly call him Grandpa Mark is here today. We’ll reflect on the pandemic. What money lessons it’s taught us. Plus, he gives us his take on Janet Yellen who is close to becoming the first woman to serve as treasury...
Published 12/18/20
Today on Seven Figures: Smart Money Strategies for Women: How much money should you save for retirement? A lot of people have reached out to us asking this question so today in our No Dumb Questions segment we’ll give you the benchmarks. Our CFP Erica Cummings from The Harmony Financial Wellness Group at RBC Wealth Management joins this part of the show. Plus, Long time radio host in Seattle Washington, Mason is here to talk about what it was like for her to lose her job because of downsizing...
Published 12/11/20
Today on the show: Before we figure out if developing an online course may be a way you can make some extra money, we’ll start the show with our “No Dumb Questions” segment. A lot of talented and hardworking people have been let go from their jobs as a result of downsizing because of COVID. I want to dedicate some time today, to make sure that if (god forbid) that happens to you, you’ll know what to expect and won’t be caught off guard. Our CFP Erica Cummings from The Harmony Financial...
Published 12/04/20