Have you seen the latest 2026 Social Security Trustee report? CFP Barbara Ginty breaks it down in a digestible way, exploring its implications for future benefits, funding challenges, and potential reforms.

She covers...

• Social Security funding and trust funds
• Impact of demographic changes on Social Security
• Potential reforms and policy options
• Retirement planning and Social Security as a component
• Disability benefits and their sustainability

This episode is a must-listen for anyone planning for retirement or interested in social security policy!

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In this episode of Future Rich, CFP Barbara Ginty sits down with the lovely Michelle! She's 38, works in law, just recently got married, and is going through a ton of life transitions including planning a big international move to Europe.

Michelle shares her journey to financial independence (before 40!). Find out how Michelle saved $1.7 million after being in $200K of student loan debt! Her strategic approach to debt repayment my surprise you!

Here are some key topics from the episode:

• Michelle's path to financial independence and FIRE
• Debt repayment strategies and refinancing
• Egg freezing as a financial and personal choice
• Tax planning for expatriates and international moves
• Marriage, prenups, and merging finances

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Barbara is back from her maternity leave and has A LOT to catch us up on! In this episode, Barbara shares her intense postpartum journey, including her birth experience, complications, and the importance of financial preparedness.

*TRIGGER WARNING!* This episode discusses Barbara's traumatic birth experience. If you’re currently pregnant or are sensitive to medical and/or birth stories, we do not recommend this episode for you! 

This episode highlights:

• The realities of birth trauma
• Medical bills
• The value of planning ahead with an emergency fund
• How important it is to have support and community

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, we are looking specifically for women who want to discuss their personal finances and have questions about retirement planning, social security, and more.

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This heartfelt and insightful follow-up episode of Future Rich is a little different than our regular programming.

CFP Barbara Ginty is joined by a previous guest from episode 66 of the podcast, Gracy! She is 35 years old, lives in Nashville, TN, and is married with a three-year-old son. Gracy's husband was diagnosed with ALS the same year that their son was born, and the same year he graduated from Firefighter Academy.

We're so thankful to Gracie for opening up and sharing her journey navigating the financial and emotional challenges that followed her husband's ALS diagnosis, and the incredible support she received from organizations like Tunnels to Towers.

Barbara offers her insight on how to manage finances during a health crisis and what to prioritize. Her advice may surprise you.

Click here to learn more about Tunnels to Towers.

Click here for more info on ALS Legislation.

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In this episode of Future Rich, we're joined by the lovely Jill!

Jill lives in the NY metro area with her husband and three children. She shares her experiences working in corporate America right out of college, moving to New York from the Midwest, why she decided to step down from her career to become a full-time stay-at-home mom, and how she saved $750K in her Personal IRA.

The conversation also touches on...

• The complexities of retirement planning
• The role of financial advisors
• The need for financial literacy, especially for women
• The impact of social security on retirement planning
• ... and more!

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, we are looking specifically for women who want to discuss their personal finances and have questions about retirement planning, social security, and more.

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Happy Friday! This week on the podcast, we have a great episode with our lovely guest, Annie!

Annie is 33 years old, lives in Pennsylvania with her parents, and works as a data analyst. She racked up $10K of credit card debt in her 20s and just finished paying it off. She is getting ready for a big move to Orlando, Florida, and dreams of retiring in her 50s.

Despite her credit card debt and having $5K of student loans left to pay, Annie is on track to have $2 Million in savings in the next 20 years!

Barb and Annie discuss...

• Becoming work optional by age 55
• The importance of maintaining a healthy balance between current living expenses and future savings
• Annie's impressive savings across various accounts
• Her upcoming expenses related to her move
• Annie's strategies for managing student loans and retirement contributions
• ...and more!

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, we are looking specifically for women who want to discuss their personal finances and have questions about retirement planning, social security, and more.

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Happy Friday, Future Rich Fam! In this episode, host Barbara Ginty is joined by entrepreneur Jaclyn Tracy, founder of Sistain, about her journey building a non-toxic home goods marketplace, the challenges she faced throughout the entire process, and the lessons she learned from closing Sistain.

The conversation delves into...

• The importance of truly understanding the financials in a small business
• The impact of market timing
• The emotional toll of entrepreneurship
• The significance of building a strong business model alongside a brand
• ... and so much more!

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Happy Friday! This week on the podcast, we have a great episode with our lovely guest, Joan!

Joan is 33 years old, lives in Southern California with her partner, and works in supply chain management for clothing companies. She recently got a raise and now makes $95K per year. Joan has a travel fund and a brokerage account for investments. She and her partner are savers and have similar mindsets when it comes to finances. Joan is worried about her parents and what their financial needs will be as they age.

Barb and Joan discuss...

• The complexities of estate planning
• The difference between a Roth IRA and a Roth 401k
• How estate planning can protect assets from long-term care costs
• Navigating Long-Term Care Conversations
• ...and more!

If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, we are looking specifically for women who want to discuss their personal finances and have questions about retirement planning, social security, and more.

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In this episode of Future Rich, Barbara follows up with Jane from episode 265 of the pod to discuss Jane's financial journey as she approaches her 40th birthday. Jane is still considering leaving her position in sales two years after her first conversation with Barbara, but this time she has $2 million saved in combined assets with her husband, including their retirement accounts, a high-yield savings account, and a brokerage account. They still have minimal debt, with only mortgages and a car payment.

Barb and Jane discuss...

• Jane's current financial situation, including income, savings, and debt
• Jane's plans to leave her corporate job and the implications of that decision
• Budgeting for a single income
• The importance of flexibility when making life pivots
• Lifestyle changes when cutting an income in half with two small children and two houses
• ... and more!

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Happy Friday, Future Rich Fam! In this episode, host Barbara Ginty is joined by expert guest and Co-Founder of Higher Innovation, Ashley Ciccel, to discuss the alarming rise of financial scams targeting startups, particularly those with female founders. Ashley shares her personal experience with a potential scam, highlighting key red flags and the need for gut checks in decision-making.

Barb and Ashley also discuss...

• The challenges of fundraising
• The sophistication of scammers
• The importance of due diligence and networking
• The vulnerability of startups in the current financial landscape
• Strategies for protection against scams
• ... and more!

Check out Higher Innovation here.

Follow Higher Innovation on Instagram here.

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