Farnoosh Torabi welcomes back Georgia Lee Hussey, founder of Modernist Financial, to discuss a range of financial topics amid current political and economic uncertainties. They examine President Trump's tariff proposals and the theory that they might be engineered to induce a recession for lower interest rates. The conversation extends to the importance of vigilance in financial contracts and professional services amid deregulation efforts. Georgia advises on maintaining financial stability by using credit unions and thoughtful money management. Listener questions cover housing arrangements with partners, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and the significance of ancestral wisdom in financial decision-making. The episode emphasizes strategic financial planning, resourcefulness, and the potential benefits of credit unions and diversified investments.

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1797: Ask Farnoosh: Navigating Financial Uncertainty: Tariffs, Recession Fears, and Smart Money Moves