Dads 'N Dollars

Do you know what your net worth is? Or more importantly, do you know why knowing where your net worth falls is an important factor when it comes to measuring your overall financial health? The new year is a great time to take a barometer of your financial health so you can get your financial house in order for the year and beyond, and in this episode, I'll be taking you through how to do just that.

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As the year comes to a close, it's important to take stock of your financial situation and make sure you're set up for success in the coming year. In this episode, I'm giving you a list of to-dos to focus on and accomplish before the end of the year so you can get your financial house in order. By taking care of these few things now, you'll be able to start 2023 on the right foot and set yourself up for financial success.

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How do you find balance in each season of life? Joining the show today is a dream guest for the podcast, Ed Fields, who is also a business owner, government leader, artist, and father of two. We're talking all about his journey into business, politics, and fatherhood, and discussing how he balances it all with clarity, intention, and a bit of humor.

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What is it like being a young adult in today's world? Today we're going to find out from the voice of Dads 'N Dollars, who is also the first woman to appear on the podcast and my daughter, Ashli Funches. A recent graduate of DePaul University with a degree in Fine Arts and African Diaspora, Ashli joins the show to break down her experience as a young adult making a life for herself in today's world.

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Are you ready for 2023? Creating financial goals now is one of the best ways to set yourself up for success in the coming year (and beyond!), so in this episode, I'll talk about how to develop these financial goals and key lenses to look through when it comes to your future finances. If you're looking to start your wealth-building journey and want to move into the next year with intentionality, this episode is for you.

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It's that time in your life when you want the option of not working anymore, instead allowing your money to work for you. Or maybe you're wanting to plan for that time. Whether you call it retirement or simply financial independence, it's important to pay attention to some key areas of financial planning in order to make it happen. In this episode, I'll be sharing important tips from my book, The Quest For Financial Independence, and laying out some important groundwork that will lead to financial independence.

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There has been a lot of hubbub over the Biden-Harris student loan debt relief initiative that has been in the works. Whatever your feelings on it are, there are quite a few important ways that it will affect people, so today I wanted to share some important aspects of it with you. I'm going beyond the politics and the headlines to uncover key areas of this debt relief that may affect you or your children.

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For many people, it can feel incredibly daunting to take the first steps toward home ownership. However, with millions of people becoming homeowners every year, it is entirely possible to do and isn't as scary as it may seem. So, where do you begin? And what mortgage will be the best option for you? Damian Gilbert, Vice President of Mortgage Production for Regions Bank, joins the show to explain the concepts, strategies, and action plans you'll need to start owning your first home.

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Do you have your wills and estate planning complete? According to a recent survey conducted by Caring.com, only 33% of Americans have a will or living trust—despite 50% thinking that estate planning is at least somewhat important. This is an essential step toward determining how your assets are distributed, even if you don't believe that you have that many assets. So, in this episode, I will be explaining what you need to know about wills and estate planning, including who should ensure these documents are written up and why they are necessary regardless of your financial status.

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Lance Zierlein has been a sports talk show host for over 20 years and currently hosts The Bench on 97.5 in Houston. Also a lead draft analyst for the NFL Network, Lance joins the show today to share impactful stories from his time on the show and in the sports world. He also offers insight into work-life balance, storytelling, drive, fatherhood, and more.

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