Certified financial planner Shannon Tatlock joins the discussion on young parents managing finances while starting a family. Topics include saving for a downpayment, budgeting for maternity leave, living with in-laws for financial savings, and the challenges of owning a home versus having children.
Balancing homeownership and having a baby requires strategic financial planning.
Some parents prioritize immediate family needs over long-term savings to adjust to unexpected life events.
Deep dives
Challenges of Upsizing Living Space After Having a Baby
Having a child often necessitates more living space, leading to financial challenges for many new parents. With housing costs rising, the dream of owning a home alongside starting a family seems daunting. The podcast discusses how some parents face the dilemma of needing to upsize from their current living arrangements to accommodate their growing family, highlighting the financial strain associated with renting or purchasing larger homes.
Financial Adaptations and Adjustments for New Parents
Adapting to parenthood involves financial restructuring and prioritization. The podcast presents the journey of individuals like Lameez, who adjusted their financial goals when unexpected events, like having a child before owning a home, occurred. Lameez describes shifting focus towards practical financial decisions, such as pausing contributions to savings accounts and redirecting funds towards immediate family needs and future plans.
Navigating Financial Impacts of Parenthood and Homeownership
The financial planner interviewed in the podcast emphasizes the importance of creating cash flow plans and realistic financial goals when starting a family. Discussions revolve around the balance between homeownership aspirations and the financial challenges of raising children. The podcast provides insights into the financial considerations, choices, and trade-offs parents face when managing housing costs and family planning.
Having kids has always been expensive. These days, with housing costs soaring for both renters and owners, it can feel impossible to buy a home and start a family at the same time. In this episode, Rob talks to a 28-year-old new mom who’s renting with her partner. Roma chats with a 34-year-old man who chose to move their family in with their in-laws to power save for a downpayment. We’re also joined by Shannon Tatlock, a certified financial planner, to discuss the steps young parents are taking so they’re financially prepared to start a family.
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