Have you ever felt like no matter how much more money you make, it’s never quite enough? Maybe you got that raise, upgraded your apartment, or splurged on a nicer car—only to find yourself just as stressed about money as before. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this episode of Let’s Talk About Money, I sit down with Angie Ross, an Independent Money Coach, Certified CashFlow Specialist (CCS), Financial Literacy Educator, and Speaker. Angie gets it. She’s been there, and she’s here to help you understand what’s happening and how to take back control.
We dive into the concept of lifestyle inflation—that sneaky habit of spending more as you earn more—and how it might be the very thing keeping you stuck. Angie shares her no-nonsense approach to creating financial stability without the stress and how you can align your spending with what truly matters to you.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Angie Ross’ Journey to Becoming a Money Coach
What is Lifestyle Inflation?
The Impact of Lifestyle Inflation on Cash Flow and Financial Stability
How lifestyle inflation eats away at your cash flow and leaves you feeling stuck.
The long-term consequences for your financial goals, like buying a home or saving for retirement.
Strategies to Combat Lifestyle Inflation
How to identify what really matters to you and align your spending with those values.
Why the best time to plan your finances is when you’re making the least money—yes, really!
Angie’s advice for breaking the cycle and finding freedom in your finances.
Angie’s Unpopular Opinion on Cash vs. Credit Cards
Resources and Links Mentioned:
Angie Ross:
Website: www.angierossmoneycoach.com
Instagram: @angieross.moneycoach
Anti-Budget Workshop: https://angie-ross-money-coach.kit.com/166490c088
Brianna Goslin:
Website: https://briannagoslinmortgages.com/
Instagram: @briannagoslinmortgages
LinkedIn: Brianna Goslin on LinkedIn
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