💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget!    Show Description  It’s time to get realistic about your money. From the cost of happy living to budgeting secrets to choosing the right financial goals for your stage of life—here are practical steps you can take to build wealth and live a life of financial peace along the way.   In This Episode ·      What It Actually Costs to Live Happily in America ·      5 Lessons From 15 Years of Budgeting ·      How to Set Financial Goals at Any...

💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget!  Show Description  To win with money, you have to be intentional. From buying a car the smart way to cutting out unnecessary expenses, I’m sharing my favorite tips for saving and spending. Plus, here’s how to know if you’re keeping your money in the right place.   In This Episode ·     10 Cars You Should Never Waste Your Money On ·     10 Things Frugal People Avoid at All Costs ·     2 Budget Categories Everyone Must Have Next...

💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget!   Show Description Sometimes making more money creates more problems—but reaching your financial goals is still worth it. Today’s episode covers all the things you wouldn’t expect about millionaires. From investment habits to frugal car choices, you don’t want to miss it!   In This Episode ·      Things People Don’t Know About Millionaires ·      Become a Millionaire Making Less Than $60,000 ·      4 Sneaky Problems With Making More...

💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today - Create a free Budget!    Show Description  It’s no secret that everyone’s financial situation is different. But there are three money topics that relate to almost everyone on the planet: taxes, income and housing. Learn how to instantly make smarter money decisions in your everyday life.   In This Episode ·     I Explain the Tax System in Under 10 Minutes ·     My Most Hated Financial Advice: Side Hustles ·     Renting vs. Buying Next Steps 🧠 Need help with...

💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget!  Show Description  Does leaving your kids money help or hurt them in the long run? Do ancient wealth-building habits still apply today? And how do you know what kind of money advice actually works? I’m sharing my thoughts on all of this and more. Next Steps 📕 Grab a copy of my kids book I’m Glad for What I Have:...

💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget!  Show Description  Want to learn clever tricks for saving money? This week I’m sharing wealth building lessons that anyone can take advantage of. I’ll also show you four easy ways to save $1,000 and give you some fun date night ideas that won’t break the bank!   In this episode: ·      3 Wealth-Building Hacks Anyone Can Use ·      4 Ways to Easily Save $1,000 in a Month ·      5 Cheap Date Nights You’ll Actually Want to Go On Next...

💵 Sign up for EveryDollar today - Create a free Budget!    Want to stress less about money? This week, I’ll share the simple money habit that will reduce your money stress by 38%. Plus, you’ll find out where to invest your money so it can grow completely on its own (yup—even while you sleep), and you’ll also learn four simple ways to pay off your mortgage early.   In this episode: ·      Easy Ways to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early ·      How to Reduce Your Financial Stress by 38% (Proven...

Ditch paper towels for reusable rags? Cut the end off the toothpaste tube? This week, I’m reacting to some the of weirdest things people do to save money (and fessing up to my own). Plus, I’ll share a few proactive things you can do today to save on unavoidable future expenses, and what to do if you’re completely out of money.   In this episode: ·      Weird Things People Do to Save Money (Including Me!) ·      How to Save on Life’s Unavoidable Expenses ·      If I Lost All My Money Today,...

Are you paying taxes you don’t owe? This week, I’ll walk you through the “hacks” and write-offs you’ll want to know about before you do your taxes. Plus, I’ll show you why a zero-based budget is the best kind for your money and how to avoid losing money when buying a home.    In this episode: ·      How to (Legally) Get Out of Paying Taxes ·      4 Budgeting Methods (and Which One Actually Works) ·      Hidden Ways Homeownership Can Lose You Money     Next Steps   ●     🎥 Watch my “Taxes Made...

Want to pay off your debt faster? Stick around! This week, you’ll learn five ways to speed up your debt payoff. Plus, don’t miss my #1 tip for never running out of money before your next paycheck, and Nisha Vora joins me to share some of her favorite grocery shopping hacks and affordable, healthy recipes.   What you get in this episode: ·      Do this EVERY Time You Get Paid (Paycheck Routine) ·      Grocery Store Hacks That Save You Money (with Nisha Vora) ·      5 Proven Ways to Speed Up...

Not in love with the way your spouse handles money? This week, Dr. John Delony stops by to answer your questions about money and marriage. Plus, I’ll share my most hated financial advice and give you one crucial rule to help you take control of your money. What you get in this episode: Manage Your Money Easily With This One Rule How Money Can Make or Break Your Relationships (with Dr. John Delony) My Most Hated Financial Advice: Combining Finances Helpful Resources: Watch 15 Practical...

The idea that wealthy people always live in mega-mansions and wear $500 jeans is a myth. Being successful with money is as simple as having the right mindset and following a few basic principles. I’ll share more about it in this episode. Plus, you’ll hear three investing mistakes to avoid and small things you can do right now to double your money (the first one might surprise you!).    What you get in this episode: ·      Investing Traps That Could Actually Lose You Money ·      5 Easy Ways...

With thousands of voices telling you how to handle your money (lookin’ at you, TikTok), it can start to feel overwhelming. The good news? Money doesn’t have to be like that. Today, I’ll talk about just five things you need to do to win with money. Plus, Jade Warshaw joins me in the studio, and you’ll hear an emotional moment from The Ramsey Show. What you get in this episode: How to Escape Debt at Any Income Level The Secret to Overcoming 6-Figure Debt 5 Ways to Achieve Financial...

You know that anxious feeling you get every time you open your bank app to check your balance? If you do, it’s probably because you’re living paycheck to paycheck. This week, I’ll show you how to get to the end of your month and still have money in the bank. Plus, we’ll talk about five expenses that will wreck your car budget and how to spend your money with your future in mind. What you get in this episode: How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck 5 Sneaky Expenses People Overlook When...

If you want to ditch debt and save money, you’ve got to be intentional with every dollar you have. That’s why Dawn Madsen—aka The Minimal Mom—and I are listing off the things we won’t be spending money on in 2024. Plus, I’ll share a few Amazon buys I’m loving and the money advice that can transform your mental health.   What you get in this episode: ·      Things We Won’t Spend Money on in 2024 (with The Minimal Mom) ·      My Most Hated Financial Advice: Giving ·      What I’m Loving (and...

Building wealth is easier than you think. This week, I’ll weigh in on the “soft saving” trend and share some investing tips that will set you up for success in 2024. Plus, George Kamel joins me in the studio to tell you about how he went from negative net worth to millionaire in just 10 years. What you get in this episode: Why Gen Z May Never Retire How to Break Free From Broke (with George Kamel) 7 Investing Mistakes to Avoid This Year Helpful Resources:  Preorder George’s new book,...

It’s a New Year's tradition: Dave Ramsey joins me to welcome the new year and talk about everything you need to know to win with money in 2024. Plus, I’ll share smart money tips that will help you have financial peace no matter what challenges the new year brings your way.   What you get in this episode: ·     8 Things to Do Differently With Money in 2024 with Dave Ramsey ·     4 Simple Budgeting Tricks to Never Overdraft Again ·     How Financially Smart Are You? (Money Quiz)   Helpful...

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer . . .” is quoting our favorite Christmas movies and taking money lessons from them. (Everyone does this, right? Is it just me?) Plus, we’ll talk budgeting tips and ideas that will get you fired up to make 2024 your best year yet. Start working these expert tips today and you’ll benefit from them all year long.   What you get in this episode: ·     Money Lessons From My Favorite Christmas Movies ·     5 Budget Reset Habits to Help You Win in...

Winning with money is 20% knowledge and 80% behavior. That’s why I’m excited to sit down with one of my favorite authors to talk about how to break bad habits and change our mindset—specifically around money. Plus, I’ll talk about budgeting and one big mistake I see everybody making.   What you get in this episode: ·     What Everybody Gets Wrong About Budgeting ·     How Comfort and Scarcity Drain Your Life and Wallet (with Michael Easter)   Helpful Resources:  ·     Start budgeting for free...

We all need to eat, but we don’t have to fall into the traps of spending too much money on food. When it comes to groceries, there are a lot of ways to cut back and create more room in your budget. I'll share my favorites with you today. Plus, you’ll hear my money (and food) advice that always stirs up the haters, and why I love Aldi so much.   What you get in this episode: ·     12 Ways to Cut Your Grocery Bill in Half ·     How Far Does $50 Go at America's Cheapest Grocery Store? ·     My...

“Talking about money is so romantic!” said no one ever. But since love can’t pay the bills, there are a few conversations you need to have with your significant other. Today, we’re talking about what those conversations are and how to have them in a way that can break the tension without breaking up your relationship. Plus, I’ll share six generosity-inspired and budget-friendly gift ideas. What you get in this episode: ·      5 Crucial Money Questions to Ask Your Significant Other ·      How...

I love a deal, but I don’t love haggling for one. It’s not hard—you just have to know how. And no one knows how to get a deal better than Dave Ramsey! Today, Dave’s sharing the do’s and don’ts of negotiation, you’ll learn what not to say when you walk into a car dealership, and I’ll tell you why I don’t play the points game when it comes to travel.   What you get in this episode: ·     How to Never Pay Full Price Again with Dave Ramsey ·     Things You Should Avoid Saying When Buying a...

Nothing says “holiday spirit” like trampling a total stranger at the grocery store to get the last can of cranberry sauce on sale. Guys, we can do better! Tune in for new ideas, tips and a 30-day challenge to help you keep your grocery budget in check.   What you get in this episode: ·     Are You Making These 7 Grocery Shopping Mistakes? ·     We Put Kroger and Instacart to the Test ·      Does This Hack Actually Save You Money on Groceries?   Helpful Resources:  ·     Start saving with my...

Holiday “deals” are coming for your cash—are you ready? Today, I’ll share what I won’t be spending money on this season and what I plan to do instead. Plus, I’m looking back at my very first video to see if I still agree with my own advice on raising grateful kids.   What you get in this episode: ·     Do I Agree With My Own Money Advice 10 Years Later? ·     What I Refuse to Spend Money on This Holiday Season   Helpful Resources:  ·     Start budgeting for free with EveryDollar. ·     Pick...