The Big Idea

The Big Idea

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The Big Idea episodes

  • Should I focus on retirement OR buy my first home?
    Should I fund my Retirement or Buy a home?
    • What is more important, fund retirement or buy a home? 
    • How do I get started with retirement? 
    • What do I need to know about buying a home?

      • Learn more online maranantha.com click the Start Here button. 

      19 min
    • Peace Corps Volunteer – Ryanne Bamieh
      Ryanne Bamieh: Peace Corps Volunteer 2018-2020

      Ryanne served in Comoros, East Africa, she is from Ventura, CA and graduated from Stanford University. 

      The Peace Corps is a service opportunity for motivated change makers to immerse themselves in a community abroad, working side by side with local leaders to tackle the most pressing challenges of our generation.

      Interesting notes mentioned in the show. 

      An integral part of the Peace Corps is the talented and diverse professional staff committed to the agency’s mission and providing behind-the-scenes support for our Volunteers abroad. Whether you are just starting your career or have professional experience and/or specialized skills already, the Peace Corps is a great place to work. 

        1. Domestic positions: Many staff positions relate to the recruitment and selection of Volunteers, in addition to a wide range of roles in program management, administrative services, finance, security, human capital, communications, legal services, health services, and information technology.
        2. Overseas positions: U.S. citizens may be hired for the following Peace Corps overseas staff positions: country director, director of management and operations, director of programming and training, associate directors and medical officers.
        3. Internships: Intern program has provided direct experience working in public relations, marketing, human resources, web development, program management, and accounting.
        4. Business opportunities: The Office of Acquisition and Contract Management works with vendors who can provide or develop the right tools, people, strategies, infrastructure, and programs to support the agency’s mission.

          5. Link to more info: peacecorps.gov  and here is a link to a You Tube video that Ryanne’s club created.  “The Peace Corps Comoros Club 2020”

          29 min
        5. Life after quarantine? How is it going to look…
          Mike & Rachel talking about "Life after quarantine" 

          How might school be different? 
          How might work be different? 
          How might life be different? 
          Two perspectives: Time we will never get again.  & What will you have to show for yourself after this is over? 


          12 min
        6. Wine, Trader Joe’s & Local Breweries with Nick Mehle
          Nick Mehle, Trader Joe’s Wine Guy in Ventura & Local Brewery Ideas for Quarantine. 
          • Have you ever heard of a hustle buy?
          • What is the best selling wine at Trader Joe’s? The Party Pleaser… it makes everybody happy. (not 2 buck chuck)
          • How does Trader Joe’s offer such great wine buys?
          • Are there ways to support local breweries during quarantine?
          • What are some ways that partnerships work well in Ventura County?
            • 20 min
          • Small Business Relief Programs – SBA.gov & home.treasury.gov
            Small Business Relief - Home.Treasury.gov & SBA.gov

            Please check this out if your are a small businesses, self employed individual, sole proprietor or an independent contractors.
            The application process is more simple than you might imagine.
            * Find more details about the two different types of loans online. 
            * What is a forgivable loan?

            Learn more online visit home.treasury.gov & sba.gov

            6 min
          • Do I have to pay my April 1st mortgage payment???
            Do I have to pay my April 1st mortgage payment???

            What is it that I have to do to get help with paying my mortgage April 2020?
            What is forbearance?
            How do I apply for this help with my mortgage bill?
            Is my loan backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac? 
            *Please note, this situation is fluid, the CARES ACT was just passed after I recorded this, there may be updates or changes with your lender. 

            Learn more online search for programs with your lender, contact the phone number or website located on your monthly statement. 

            15 min
          • 4 Problems a Financial Advisor Solves
            4 Problems a Financial Advisor Helps With
            • Competence is a big issue for families when it comes to personal finance.  Are you doing it right? 
            • Consulting & coaching is important because sometimes people need help or accountability.
            • Continuity is something many of fail to think about, we want our legacy to be in place with a smooth transition.
            • Convenience is a major reason people decide to hire a financial advisor, please take this off my plate.

              • Learn more online and visit Michael Anderson at Maranantha.com 

              6 min

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