Spondulix

Spondulix

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Spondulix episodes

  • Ep 12: Mid-Year Money Date

    We have made it all the way to June 2021. We are halfway through the year and this is the perfect time for a money date. The idea of a money date is to create a periodic check in with your finances and to get an overall picture of your net worth and financial health. Join me as I discuss what you should be tracking on this date.

    Come talk money with me! Join the conversation on instagram @Spondulixpod or at $pondulixpod.com

    14 min
  • Ep 11: Certificate of Deposit - The 411 on CDs

    A Certificate of Deposit is a type of savings account that allows you to save a fixed amount of money, for a fixed amount of time in return for a fixed interest rate.  CDs offer better terms than regular savings accounts and carry very little risk.  They are definitely worth understanding!! Listen in to learn all about CDs and a great CD hack called a CD ladder.  

    Come talk money with me! Join the conversation on instagram @Spondulixpod or at $pondulixpod.com

    18 min
  • Ep 10: Practicing Investing with Zero Risk - Guide to Paper Trading

    Are you looking for a way to practice in the stock market without risking your dollars? Paper trading is the perfect way to simulate participation in the market using "virtual" dollars.  This is a great way to learn about the stock market and to practice strategy. Paper trading is also a great way to introduce children to the market.  This episode gets into all of the details.  

    Come talk money with me! Join the conversation on instagram @Spondulixpod or at $pondulixpod.com

    I mention a few paper trading options in this episode which are linked below: 

    Investopedia Stock Simulator

    TD Ameritrade: Thinkorswim

    Tradestation


    11 min
  • Ep 9: Mutual Funds 101 – What is a Mutual Fund?

    The term mutual fund is thrown around A LOT in conversations about investing. In this episode, I get into the basic details of mutual funds and how they operate. As a bonus, I break down the concept of an index fund and talk about the S&P 500.

    Come talk money with me!

    18 min
  • Ep 8: Saving for College or Grad School Using a 529 Plan

    Are you trying to figure out the best way to save for your education, or your children's education? A 529 education savings plan may be a great option for you. This plan allows you to set aside, invest, and grow money to help cover educational expenses.  This plan can also be used to help out other students in your life, including nieces, nephews and grandchildren.  

    In this episode I get into the details of these plans and how they work.  As always, come talk money with me! 

    Join the conversation on instagram @spondulixpod 

    SEC reference: An Introduction to 529 Plans 

    23 min
  • Ep 7: A Quick Tip to Increase Your Credit Score
    Looking for a simple way to help bump up your credit score? This episode gives you a tip to help you do just that. Credit Utilization amounts for about 30% of your credit score. Using this tip, you can lower your credit utilization and increase your credit score.  
    Join me on the road to a strong credit score, and as always, come talk money with me!
    Join the conversation on instagram @spondulixpod https://www.instagram.com/spondulixpod/
    10 min
  • Ep 6: Let’s Talk Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

    Are Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) a well-kept secret? An HSA is an extremely useful tool for helping to cover the costs of healthcare. In addition to its healthcare benefits, it offers a triple tax benefit, investment options as well as potential retirement benefits.

    In this episode, I talk all about HSAs and tell you why everyone should consider opening one. I also discuss how you can maximize your HSA once you have it. Come talk money with me!

    Join the conversation on instagram @spondulixpod https://www.instagram.com/spondulixpod/

    23 min
  • Ep.5: A Different Type of Budget

    Do you keep a monthly budget? Does the word budget freak you out? Creating a spending plan or a budget may help you ensure that you have enough money for the things you need and more importantly, the things you want. In this episode I explore three types of budgets in the hopes of finding one that speaks to me and hopefully speaks to you. Come talk money with me!

    Join the conversation on instagram @spondulixpod https://www.instagram.com/spondulixpod/

    21 min
  • Ep 4: Storytime - What's the deal with GameStop and Robinhood?
    Have you been following the GameStop saga? When the news broke about GameStop and Robinhood did you understand what it was all about? I was super curious so I set out to do my research.  In this episode I share what I found and tell you why we are still hearing about GameStop a few months later.    
    Join the conversation on instagram @spondulixpod
    https://www.instagram.com/spondulixpod/
    25 min
  • Ep 3: Money Date

    Are you familiar with the concept of a money date? It's a periodic check-in with your finances. Join me as go through the process of my money date for the month of January. I calculate my debt, assets, net worth, and check up on my credit score. Come talk money with me!

    Join the conversation on instagram @spondulixpod

    15 min

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A podcast where I share what I am learning about money as a young adult. Come talk money with me!