Mom is on Fire

If you're a mom then you're not immune to "Hey Hun" messages bombarding your inbox just weeks after bringing home your baby. Without paid parental leave, the idealistic plans you had in place before having a child might've left you vulnerable and at times, maybe desperate. But beware because Multi- Level Marketing companies claim to be the solution to your challenges in finding child care and regaining your sense of self, all while profiting billions on these insecurities. Protect your financial health and stay away from MLMs. Sources for this episode are below:

FTC: https://www.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/documents/public_comments/trade-regulation-rule-disclosure-requirements-and-prohibitions-concerning-business-opportunities-ftc.r511993-00008%C2%A0/00008-57281.pdf

AARP: https://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/aarp_foundation/2018/pdf/AARP%20Foundation%20MLM%20Research%20Study%20Report%2010.8.18.pdf

The zero- based budget is what I used to pay off $30,000 in debt and how I continue to meet my financial goals. I talk about goal setting strategies to assist with the wealth building curiosity you already have in you. I also go over how I prioritize my expenses and easy ways to increase you income and lower your expenses without major life changes. If you have questions you can always find more resources at momisonfire.com where I have free printable PDFs to help you get started on your debt payoff journey and as always email me at [email protected].

*WARNING: I advise you not to listen around kids, especially those that still believe in Santa Clause!* 

Just because it's what the "average" family does does NOT mean that's what SHOULD be done. Free yourself from the mom guilt that's tied to the holiday season. Identify marketing traps guilting you into overspending and overconsumption and how to save for Christmas in a crunch. I'll tell you how I save throughout the year and how I plan to avoid overwhelming myself this season with a long, never ending Christmas list. 

Thank you so much for listening! I can't wait for you to see what's in store for the Mom is on Fire podcast. Our first season will release in December with new episodes dropping weekly. Subscribe and review, or email me directly at [email protected].