The Stacking Benjamins Show Want More Money? Cut The Clutter (with Tracy McCubbin) SB1705
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Jul 7, 2025 In this enlightening discussion, organizational expert Tracy McCubbin, author of "Making Space, Clutter Free," navigates the emotional ties we have with clutter. She reveals why letting go can be liberating and offers strategies for donating intentionally. The conversation also touches on crucial financial advice, emphasizing the significant losses retirees face by claiming Social Security too early. Plus, a whimsical look at the Taco Bell Hotel promises some laughs! Tune in for practical tips on decluttering and securing your financial future.
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Social Security's Retirement Role
- Social Security provides roughly one-third of retirement income and is critical for most retirees.
- Many retirees rely heavily on Social Security benefits, sometimes over 90% of their income.
Clutter Crisis Explained
- We are in the middle of a clutter epidemic fueled by cheap, easy-to-buy goods.
- Online shopping adds dopamine hits without feeling the money leaving your hands, increasing consumption.
Stuff Doesn't Bring Happiness
- People mistakenly believe buying stuff will make them happier, but often clutter makes them miserable.
- Meaning in life comes from relationships, not material possessions.
