Credit cards are one of the most accessible options out there when it comes to borrowing money.  Are they a good idea or bad idea?  Short answer: Yes.

Josh and Paige spend Episode 15 talking about the pros and cons of credit cards, when to take advantage of the perks many of them have to offer, and how to approach them with wisdom.  

What's your reaction when you hear the word "debt"?  Some may think of it as one of the 4-letter words you shouldn't say out loud while others see it as a necessary and often helpful financial tool.  

In this episode, Josh and Paige provide great dialog around types of debt you should always avoid, types of debt that make sense in certain scenarios, and things to consider before engaging in any of it.  

If you've been around the podcast very long, you know that generosity is a recurring core theme of G. T. G. 

This week, Josh visits with one of his friends and mentors, Jeff Hubbard.  Jeff is a long-time sales executive in the oil industry and a big believer in being generous even when it may not make sense on paper.  In this conversation, you'll hear stories about how Jeff and his wife have witnessed God use their willingness to say "yes" time and time again.

Parenthood is one of the greatest joys in life but inevitably comes with added expenses.

This week's episode focuses on ways to financially prepare in each stage of parenting.  Whether you're expecting kids in the future, currently have school-aged kids, or if your kids are nearing adulthood, join Josh and Paige as they offer useful suggestions and unpack why it's so important to have a plan in place.

In this week's episode, Josh and Paige spend time discussing select chapters from a favorite book of The Roche Group, The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel.  This is a resource they recommend to all the clients who walk through their doors because of the many helpful and practical concepts it offers.  

If you've ever considered changing career paths but are intimidated by the process, this is an episode for you.

Josh sits down with John Gassen, Co-Founder/Owner and Broker at Wise Oak Realty.  In this conversation, John discusses how he transitioned from a successful twenty year career in the banking industry to starting a now-thriving real estate company.  You'll hear about what went into his decision to switch careers, some ways he prepared for the transition, as well as valuable lessons he has learned along the way.

Josh and Paige are back to answer more questions submitted by followers and listeners like you. 

This episode covers a variety of topics such as Brokerage and 529 accounts, how to best invest a lump sum of cash and Josh's go-to index fund.  

If you have a question you'd like answered on the podcast, contact The Roche Group by visiting https://www.rochewealth.com/contact-us

If you've ever considered using a Financial Planner but were unsure about how it works, this episode aims to fill in the gaps.

This week, Josh and Paige set out to answer frequently asked questions such as:

"What is a Financial Planner and what does he/she do?"

"How much does it cost?"

"What is needed from me in order to get the process started?"

As always, you can reach Josh or Paige by visiting https://www.rochewealth.com/ .

Episode 7 is a follow-up to last last week's episode, Retirement Investing - Pt. 1 (which we encourage you to listen to first if you haven't done so already).

This week, Paige and Josh enter into a more in-depth look at investing strategies, types of accounts and benefits of each, as well as some realistic numbers to help give you a perspective as to how impactful it could be for your future.

Whether you are new to the workforce or nearing the end of your career, investing for retirement should be on your radar.

In the first episode of this two-part series, Josh gives a clear overview of what retirement investing is and lists some of the most commonly available investment options out there.  You'll also hear some real-life stories about why it's important to be knowledgable about where your money is going.