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Studies show not pretending to be rich raises your status in life. Who knew?
- Kara saved $33K for retirement in 4 years (without making more than $50K)
- What new cars can you get a deal on right now
- Why so many NFL players go broke
- Are you investing with a firm that got fined by the SEC?
Listener questions:
- My bank accounts were cleaned out by a scammer and now I have to start over (Nancy)
- My bank wants to move me to a managed investment account (Han Solo)
- Are there short term fixes for a credit score if I'm buying a house soon (Brandi, MA)
- How can I lower my insurance premiums. My 16-year-old is getting his license. (Chenell, Jacksonville, FL)
- When do you decide to keep stock options (Doug)
- Are there credit card hacks that are easy (Nathan, San Antonio, TX)
Resources/links:
- https://www.amazon.com/Rebel-Talent-Pays-Break-Rules/dp/0062694634
- https://www.sec.gov/news/press-release/2019-28?mod=article_inline
- https://247wallst.com/special-report/2019/03/11/cars-americans-dont-want-to-buy-4/
https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2019/03/07/why-so-many-nfl-and-nba-players-go-broke
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Too many people have fallen for the myth that interest and dividend income is the best way to fund early or normal retirement.
- How to avoid overdraft fees
- Dog food marketing tricks
Listener questions:
- Are dividends a good strategy for income (Brady)
- Should we take a 401(k) loan to pay off debt (Sofia, Sioux City, IA)
- Can I get out of my car lease (Haley, Yonkers, NY)
- My kids won't spend money (Ian)
- What type of home insurance is best (Luis, Bridgeport, CT)
- I have 20% down for a house, should I get a 15 or 30 year loan (Owen)
- Are ETFs or index funds better (Taylor, Seattle, WA)
- I've got an $8,000 medical debt that is in collections (Destiny, Fresno, CA)
- Are CDs good for short term savings (Elia)
Resources/links:
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/wadepfau/2017/04/18/should-retirees-use-a-total-return-or-income-portfolio/#5f4bf80c5e96
https://www.schwab.com/resource-center/insights/content/retirement-income-strategies-total-return-approach
http://www.fsegn.rnu.tn/documents/Dividend%20policy.pdf
https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/modigliani-millertheorem.asp
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
Parents who give everything to kids are taking away from them some of the most important things in life.
- Your friends’ social media posts are making you spend more money, researchers say
- Travel hack - TripIt app
Listener questions:
- Should I buy an extended warranty for a dish washer (Loren, Grey Eagle, MN)
- Can anyone join a credit union (Don, Reading, PA)
- How can I find a job if I have a felony record (Trav)
- What's a reasonable amount to borrow for a car (Isabelle, Savannah, GA)
- What amount of money is good for opening a savings account (Elijah, Mobile, AL)
- Should I borrow to grow my business (Keira)
Resources/links:
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2019/02/19/your-friends-social-media-posts-are-making-you-spend-more-money-researchers-say/?utm_term=.4daf976f9f19
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
How much money can people save on their insurance with a better credit score?
- Do you have enough insurance to protect your valuables?
Listener questions:
- I really don't understand money (Eva, Arizona)
- Should I stick with my advisor or DIY (Brett)
- Are HVAC contracts worth the cost (Taylor, Macon, Georgia)
- Is it ever good to lease, like for equipment (Kylie, Maui)
- What should I be aware of when hiring a moving company (Lily, Virginia)
- Which used car should I buy (Steph, Australia)
Resources/links:
Free Credit Score from Discover - https://www.discover.com/free-credit-score/
https://www.insurancequotes.com/home/home-insurance-and-credit
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
One financial leader was yelling at the TV about another financial leader giving bad advice. Who is right when experts disagree?
- Update on our real estate empire (ha!)
- Is there a retirement crisis or not?
- Success Story - Clay is no longer living paycheck to paycheck.
Listener questions:
- What is the process for getting a CFP (Melissa)
- What is your opinion on mortgage payoff schemes using lines of credit (Michael, Winnipeg Canada)
- My investments aren't growing like I would like (Wayne)
- Can you get 12% in the market (Pete, Alberta, Canada)
- Is the Amazon store card worth it (Kara)
- I have $4,000 due on a delayed payment credit card (Heath, Washington, DC)
- Can I file an extension to pay the taxes I owe (Makenzie, San Francisco, CA)
Resources/links:
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
What is financial infidelity? Discover what it is, how to prevent it, and the importance of overcoming it.
- Car loan defaults are at an all time high and it's a bad situation
- Why do some people get so much more done than others?
- Well Where Did My Money Go is paying out fines. Again.
- Millionaire Success Story - Guy, UK shares how he did it in 15 years.
Listener questions:
- Advice on the plan to pay off my debts (Jessica, Alabama)
- What if I can't get into a specific investment because of the minimums (Anthony)
- I've paid off $19,000 of student loan debt (Rory)
- I'm a single mom with student loans and limited time (Lynn)
- Whose advice should I listen to for guidance (Shaun)
Resources/links:
https://nypost.com/2018/01/22/millions-of-americans-keep-this-secret-from-their-partner/
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
Did you know having tough conversations about money can lead to having more money?
- Comparing gold to the stock market and which you should invest in.
- Warning about Social Insecurity for all young people.
Listener questions:
- What budgeting software can reconcile accounts (JoAnne, Texas)
- How do you pick from an employer's retirement options (Lilly, Arizona)
- What are the reasons for not paying off a mortgage early (Vanessa, San Antonio)
- What things I should consider between a condo and townhouse (Dawn)
- Is enrolling in PSLF a good idea (Holly, Destin, FL)
- What one thing would you say led to your success the most (Brent, Vancouver, Canada)
Resources/links:
https://nypost.com/2018/01/22/millions-of-americans-keep-this-secret-from-their-partner/
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
You have this superpower but you don’t always use it! Your sixth sense. Your gut reaction. Listen to it.
- Beware of the investing divas and how easy it is to make money.
- Payday lenders busted for paying for research to show payday lending is a good thing!
Listener questions:
- If you need to max out your credit cards is it better to spread charges over several cards or put them all on one (Lara)
- Is it better to pay off credit card debt in a lump sum or over time (Jessica, Georgia)
- Is 3% an appropriate fee for a financial advisor (Gandolf, New York)
- I have $245,000 in my 401(k), should I put more in or get an IRA (Christina)
- I'm age 70 and have no savings (Sheila, North Carolina)
Resources/links:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2019/02/25/how-payday-lending-industry-insider-tilted-academic-research-its-favor/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.4d9ed7ed7458
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
Why are people buying investing advice from people that disclose they are neither licensed nor qualified to provide investment advice?
- The secret to a long and happy life is 'so simple' according to a 95-year-old billionaire.
- Warning about waiting to fix your finances.
Listener questions:
- What are your tips for finding a business to start (Chuck)
- I just turned 50 and don't know where to start saving for my retirement (Jacqueline)
- What do you think about crowdfunded investing (Daren Rochester, NY)
- I make $35,000 and want to live a decent lifestyle (Trisha)
- What are the differences between mutual funds and index funds (Megan)
- Can you roll a 403(b) into a 457 plan (Gandolf, New York)
Resources/links:
https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-tege/rollover_chart.pdf
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
- Rich Robert, Poor You. Don't take my word for it, do your own research like I did.
- Do you think you know what to wear during a job interview?
- Watch out for this Amazon email scam.
Listener questions:
- Where should we focus next - student loans or the mortgage or the next house (Kelly, New Jersey)
- Which is better a Roth 401(k) or Roth IRA (Margaret, California)
- My wife isn’t open to giving up credit cards and using the envelope system (Jamie, Wilmington, Delaware)
- I'm finally sticking with my spending plan (Alex)
- Trying to decide which debts to pay down with our tax refund (Paul)
- I've had two surgeries and am trying to keep myself afloat (Allistair)
- I have $1.1M and am trying to figure out when I can retire (Steve)
Resources/links:
Pound Foolish, The Dark Side of the Personal Finance Industry: https://www.amazon.com/Pound-Foolish-Exposing-Personal-Industry/dp/159184679X
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rich-dad-education-the-ultimate-emotional-investment/
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/rich-dad-academy-a-poor-choice-for-investors
https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/79/topics/316902-my-experience-of-rich-dad-elite-legacy-event-scam
FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu
FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM
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