Popcorn Finance

Does making more frequent credit card payments actually make a difference?

That's what two listeners wanted to know this week. In this episode we will take a look at how credit card interest is calculated and if the timing of your payments can actually save you money on interest.

Sources

https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-does-credit-card-interest-work

https://www.valuepenguin.com/how-credit-card-interest-apr-calculated

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Some changes are coming to Popcorn Finance in 2023!

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What do you do if you parents don't have enough saved for retirement and you're stating to feel the pressure?

This week I'm joined by Marsha Barnes, founder of the The Finance Bar, to help a listener find a way to balance her mom's financial needs and her own financial future.

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Has homeownership become another unattainable aspect of the American dream? For decades owning a home has been dubbed a right of passage in your adult life. However, with prices of homes skyrocketing over the past few years, owning a home might not even be possible for many young people. To add some perspective to this age-old debate of whether you should rent or buy a home, I’m sharing some key factors to consider and help in your decision-making process.

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Today’s bag of popcorn is brought to you by, the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast hosted by Shannah Game. Shannah is a money wellness expert and Certified Financial Planner. If you’re ready to learn everything about money that no one taught you, do yourself a favor and subscribe to the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast!

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Should you believe the hype around I Bonds? In episode 355, Marc Russell of Better Wallet joined me on the show to discuss 529 plans and whether or not they’re a good option for an education fund for your child. In today’s episode, Marc is sharing whether or not the recently popularized I Bonds are worth the hype or if your college savings is better off in a 529 Plan.

Listen to my previous episode with Mark: 355: Savings for College with a 529 Plan

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Today’s bag of popcorn is brought to you by, the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast hosted by Shannah Game. Shannah is a money wellness expert and Certified Financial Planner. If you’re ready to learn everything about money that no one taught you, do yourself a favor and subscribe to the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast!

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Are you a new parent, who’s already thinking about your kid’s future education and where to put the savings for it?

No need to worry because I’ve got you covered in today’s new episode with Marc Russell, the founder of BetterWallet and the BetterWallet podcast. Marc previously worked as a licensed stockbroker and financial advisor and is now a full-time entrepreneur and financial educator. He’s on the show today to discuss the ins and outs of 529 plans.

In today’s episode, you’ll find out how 529 plans work and vary by state, what you can and can’t use them for, plus the tax benefits you could expect from starting one. 

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Sponsor

Today’s bag of popcorn is brought to you by, the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast hosted by Shannah Game. Shannah is a money wellness expert and Certified Financial Planner. If you’re ready to learn everything about money that no one taught you, do yourself a favor and subscribe to the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast!

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Have you ever had a friend or family member conveniently forget to bring their wallet when out to dinner? It’s Thanksgiving Week here in the US, and this marks the start of the holiday season which is always filled with some of the most awkward conversations of the year. 

To mark this occasion I’m sharing one of my favorite awkward stories from my other podcast, This is Awkward. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to deal with a friend or family member who keeps taking advantage of your kindness and your hard-earned cash. 

From everyone here at Popcorn Finance, Happy Thanksgiving!

LinksThis is Awkward: Episode 58 My cohost, Allison Baggerly 

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Why are interest rates STILL rising and how long can we expect this to keep happening? Listen to today’s episode to find out, plus hear what the Federal Reserve Chairman has to say about the state of inflation. 

Previous Episode on Rising inflation Rates: 339

What is a Basis Point?: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci1E0nnJx6j 

Sources Fed Fund Rate History https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/openmarket.htm

Federal Reserve Press Release https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/files/monetary20220921a1.pdf

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Have you been limiting your job opportunities because you don’t have a personal brand? Building a personal brand is not just for influencers and celebrities, in fact, my guest today thinks we should all have one in order to further our careers. Mandi Woodruff-Santos of Mandi Money Media and the Brown Ambition Podcast is back on the show to share why having a strong professional brand is just as important as a resume and why you need to start building one today.

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Why are hospitals pushing for you to pay with a Care Credit Card more now than in recent years? Find out the sneaky tactic hospitals are using to stop you from negotiating your medical bills with Christy Snodgrass, former RN turned healthcare activist. Christy talks about both the allure and potential danger these cards pose for people unable to pay off their medical bills.

Listen to my previous episodes with Christy about our healthcare system: 344, 345, 349, & 350

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Tiktok | Instagram | www.healthcarereformed.org

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