America is a nation of consumers. Two-thirds of our economy relies on us buying stuff. And thanks to technology – from Buy Now, Pay Later to the endless stream of ads – shopping has never been easier. But for many, this ease comes at a cost. In this episode, we delve into tips and strategies on how to recognize whether you have a problem and how to fix it.

Many young people today struggle financially, often feeling like they must abandon traditional goals such as homeownership and retirement. This week, we unpack what it truly means to achieve a better financial life than your parents and how you can navigate your way to your piece of the American Dream.

Inflation numbers are currently under control. However, the long-term cumulative effects of inflation will be felt for years to come. Plus, the upcoming presidential administration could trigger a resurgence in higher prices. This week, we discuss practical strategies and ideas for what to do IF inflation were to make a comeback. 

Exposing kids to investments early in life helps prepare them for successful financial lives. As we enter the holiday season, we break down ways to give stocks and cryptocurrency as gifts to the young people in your life.

This week, Bitcoin approached an all time high of $100,000 after trading below $20k just 2 years ago. While the wind is at the back of crypto enthusiasts, we want to take a minute to walk thru the pros and cons of digital currencies.

You are working hard to build your net worth, but how do you ensure everything you’ve built gets passed on to your heirs? This week we are breaking down some basic estate planning terms and also introducing you to a special type of Trust that is designed to protect your home and bank accounts from creditors.

We are all either disappointed or elated after the election. The incoming President has made a bunch of bold predictions and his voters expect a much brighter future. This week, we'll dissect his campaign promises and explore what they could mean for your wallet and the economy.

Every day we are bombarded with important decisions to make. Some are of little consequence, like where to eat lunch. But other decisions really matter – like which job offer to take or home to purchase. In this episode, we break down the psychology behind decision making and the pitfalls to avoid. We also introduce you to two frameworks for making better decisions in your personal and financial lives.

Three years of high inflation has many households stretched, especially lower-income families.  A popular question being asked of voters right now as we head into the election – Am I better off today than I was 5 years ago? On today’s show, we will discuss the state of the US economy and, more importantly, our collective PERSONAL economy.  And if you are doing worse than you were in the past, we will give you some tips and strategies for improving your situation over time.

The last 2 years have been great for folks with “extra money” because there have been a lot of opportunities to earn high yields on cash. However, with the Fed cutting interest rates, those opportunities are going to start to dry up over time. On today’s show, we break down a range of ways to earn income/yield on your money. We break down everything from High Yield Savings accounts to Dividend Stocks, and we also introduce you to REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) and BDCs (Business Development Companies).