Georgia Lee Hussey

Special guest Georgia Lee Hussey, Co-founder of Modernist Financial, joins to answer audience questions about financial fear, the emotional side of money, planning real estate investments, exploring the fear of not having enough money, and prioritizing financial goals and retirement savings.

In this discussion, financial planner Georgia Lee Hussey, founder of Modernist Financial, dives deep into the implications of the Big Beautiful Bill on taxes starting in 2025. She breaks down who stands to benefit and the societal costs of tax cuts, touching on pragmatic tax planning steps. Georgia also emphasizes aligning financial decisions with progressive values, addressing charitable giving for non-itemizers, and tackling anti-tax rhetoric. Her insightful take showcases how taxes are intricately tied to our national priorities.

Georgia Lee Hussey, founder of Modernist Financial and a New York Times expert on elder care financing, joins to discuss the pressing financial challenges of affording care for aging parents. She shares strategies for the ‘sandwich generation’ managing both children and elderly caregivers. The conversation dives into the emotional complexities of long-term care planning, the risks of Buy Now Pay Later services, and the necessity of open communication about finances within families. Hussey emphasizes innovative solutions like legal help with Medicaid and the importance of estate planning.