Getting Money Right

The health of our economy impacts all of us. When the economy is strong, we reap the financial benefits; higher wages, cheaper goods, and many others. Of course, the opposite is also true. A weak economy hurts our finances. But, did you know that your personal financial choices play a crucial role in the health of our economy? In this episode of GMR, we discuss debt cycles, what they are, how and why they happen, and what this means to your personal finances and our economy.

Having a basic understanding of how The Economy works is not just for financial experts. Understanding market cycles, consumer spending, and the role credit plays in the economy is more important than you realize. In this episode, we introduce you to the three main forces that drive the economy and how they personally impact your finances.

We hear a lot about investing and how important it is to save for our futures. Yet, many people are slow to invest. In this episode of GMR, we talk about the most common investment mistakes, and yes, not investing [or not investing sooner] is one of the biggest mistakes.

Saving money is one of the most important parts of managing money well. Unfortunately, Americans still don’t save nearly enough. In this episode of GMR, we discuss what it takes to make saving money a priority, and give you some specific ways to start saving today!

Making smart financial decisions will ensure you maintain long-term financial health. Unfortunately, with the lack of basic financial education, that’s easier said than done. In this episode of GMR, we look at those financial decisions that have the most impact on our finances and give you some specifics on how to make better financial decisions.

Change is difficult! Whether you are trying to improve your finances, lose weight, or anything else, it requires a certain level of discomfort, which none of us enjoy. The biggest obstacle to change is our emotions. Because of the way we feel influences our behavior, we must understand and adapt our feelings if we stand to achieve whatever we’re after. In this episode of GMR, we discuss the five stages people move through emotionally when changing their behavior to help you experience positive change in your finances and your life.

You can do many things right to manage your money well and ensure a good financial future, but if you fail to add adequate insurance to your strategy, you could lose big! In this episode of GMR, we talk with Harry Stout, the author of Today’s Life Insurance - A Protection Tool for Your Future. His many years of experience in the insurance industry will help us understand the role insurance play into our financial lives, and why this one choice is so crucial to our success.

You’ve heard of an emergency fund, and that having one is very important. But, to have financial stability and ensure your finances are as secure as you can make them, you need more, you need a financial safety net. In this episode of GMR, we’re talking with Harry Stout, to understand what six elements make up the proper financial safety net.

Sometimes knowing the right answer to a financial question is difficult, especially when financial stress is high and money is tight. In this episode of Getting Money Right, we’re answering more of your financial questions so that you’re better prepared to manage through budget challenging situations.

Sometimes knowing the right answer to a financial question is difficult, especially when financial stress is high and money is tight. In this episode of Getting Money Right, we’re answering your financial questions so that you’re better prepared to manage through budget challenging situations.