Financially Intentional

Send us a textIn this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Aaron Thomas, famously known online as the Prenup Guy. Aaron, a Harvard Law graduate with over two decades of experience in family law, shares his journey from being a family law attorney to founding prenups.com. He dives deep into the world of prenuptial agreements, debunking common myths and highlighting their importance not just in the event of a divorce but as a tool for financial clarity and protection in marriage. Aaron's insights are a treasure trove for anyone considering marriage or seeking to strengthen their financial unity with their partner. His personal story and the evolution of his thoughts on prenups shed light on how these agreements can serve as a foundation for a stronger, more transparent relationship.About our guest:Aaron Thomas, a three-time winner of Atlanta’s Best Divorce Attorney and a Harvard Law School graduate of 2002, is nationally recognized as a leading expert in family law. His firm, Aaron Thomas Law, was hailed as one of Georgia's fastest-growing family law firms from 2015-2022. Renowned for representing high-profile clients including NBA hall of famers, Superbowl winners, and Grammy award-winning artists, Aaron specializes in a broad spectrum of family law matters such as divorce, custody, child support, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Additionally, as the founder of Prenups.com, he is considered the premier authority on drafting equitable prenuptial agreements, advocating for their role in fostering happy marriages by preventing common marital disputes through establishing a solid financial foundation during the engagement phase.https://prenups.com/Support the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn today's episode, I want to share my story with you. Imagine having $1 million of debt. Sounds scary, right? Well, that was me! But guess what? I managed to pay it all off in less than three years. I bet you're wondering how someone can have so much debt. It's simple: a house, education, and life can add up quickly. But I learned some cool tricks to become financially free, and I want to help you do the same. I didn't just work harder or cut out all fun; I made smart choices. And you know what? If I can do it, so can you. I'm here to tell you all about my journey, the ups and downs, and how I managed to come out on top.EconoMe ConferenceGrab your Investing for Kids eBook hereSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn today's episode, I'm super excited to share a special story with you. Imagine going on an adventure in a big amusement park, where instead of rides, we're exploring the world of investing. My friend Mawuli Vodi joined us to chat about how he learned to make money work for him, even when he didn't have to work for it! Mawuli grew up in a family that worked super hard, but money was always a bit tight. He became super curious about investing and turned that curiosity into a career as a stockbroker. Now, he loves teaching people just like you and me how to understand investing, so we can save and grow our money for really cool things in the future.About our guest:Mawuli Vodi, a former stockbroker and financial consultant with over nine years of experience, embarked on his financial journey out of curiosity and the desire to understand the complexities of investing and the stock market. Not coming from wealth, Mawuli sought to fill the gaps in his financial knowledge by diving into an internship at a brokerage firm during the 2008 mortgage crisis, a time he regards as the most educational period of his life. Recognizing the lack of financial education in traditional schooling, he founded Financially Present to share his knowledge and experiences, aiming to equip others with the tools to navigate personal finance, investment strategies, and risk management. Mawuli is committed to creating a culture of financial advancement and literacy, ensuring that future generations are better prepared to build and sustain wealth.Financially Present SiteFinancially Present FB PageSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn today's episode, we're going to talk about something really important but a bit tricky to chat about—preparing for when we're not around anymore. It's a bit like knowing winter is coming and getting our cozy clothes ready, but for life's big goodbye. I read this super helpful book called "A Beginner's Guide to the End," and it's filled with awesome tips on how to make sure we leave a little bit of ourselves behind, like treasure maps of memories for our kids and loved ones. I've been thinking a lot about how to do this in cool ways, like writing special letters to my kids and saving fun stories about our life together. It's like packing a lunchbox full of surprises for them to find later on.A Beginner's Guide to the End: Practical Advice for Living Life and Facing DeathGrab your Investing for Kids eBook hereSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn today's episode, I'm super excited to share my conversation with Aja Evans, a financial therapist who's going to help us understand something really important: financial therapy. Most of us need help with our money, and it's not just about learning tips and tricks. It's about changing how we think and feel about money. Aja tells us about her journey from working in mental health to discovering financial therapy. She shares her own financial ups and downs and how she learned to manage her money better. We talked about why it's hard to make good money choices and how therapy can help us get better at it. Aja also gives advice on finding a financial therapist and why it's important for our mental health.About our guest:Aja is a board-certified therapist, speaker, and consultant specializing in financial therapy. She is committed to assisting people in how they navigate the emotional side of money. Aja works to better incorporate how we speak, think, and build products for people that include both the logical and emotional parts of us. In addition to her practice, Aja has a column "Finance in Focus" with Square and is a consultant to #FinTech companies looking to integrate how we feel and behave with money.  She has been quoted in major news outlets such as The New York Times, Bloomberg, CNBC, and NerdWallet. Coined the “feel good financial therapist,” Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best life while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money.Aja Evans CounselingSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn today's episode, I want to talk about how to save money for your kids in a smart way. I have three kids and I've been saving for them so they don't have to worry about money for school or other big things in the future. I use special savings accounts like 529s for college, Roth IRAs for retirement, and custodial brokerage accounts where they can pick stocks. It's important for you to save for yourself first before saving for your kids. I want to help you understand these accounts and how to use them, so you can make sure your kids have a good start in life.Grab your Investing for Kids eBook here: https://www.financiallyintentional.com/theshopSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn today's episode, we're talking to Ann Konkly, a super talented nurse who not only takes care of patients but also runs her own businesses. We discuss how nurses like Ann can use their skills to start their own companies and help even more people. Ann shares her journey from being a nurse to becoming a successful business owner. She gives great tips on how to make a private practice successful and how to be a great leader in business. This episode is not just for nurses, but for anyone interested in starting their own business and making a difference in the world.About our guest:Ann Konkly is a Certified Nurse-Midwife and Certified Life & Business Coach, as well as the CEO and Founder of Kultivate Women’s Health LLC and Authentic Koaching LLC, which have collectively generated nearly half a million in revenue. Through Kultivate Women’s Health LLC, she offers hormone replacement therapy and weight loss medication to women in perimenopause and menopause in Ohio and New York, aiming to help them reinvent their bodies and navigate midlife with greater ease and confidence through both in-person and Telehealth services. Meanwhile, at Authentic Koaching LLC, Konkly focuses on empowering Nurse CEOs to leverage their businesses for personal and societal benefit, offering high-touch, customized business coaching with the goal of helping 1000 Nurse CEOs generate $10 Million in entrepreneurship across the country.Nurses Living the Good LifeAnn Konkly SiteSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn this episode, I share my rollercoaster experience with Turo, from becoming an all-star host to navigating a car total loss. I discuss the surprise of high gas prices after switching from a Tesla to a minivan and detail the challenges I faced with Turo and insurance after an accident. Despite these obstacles, I still find value in Turo for covering car expenses. This episode offers insights and tips for anyone looking to use their car as a rental, wrapped up in stories of resilience in the sharing economy.Mentioned Episode:Our Turo and Airbnb Earning - Conversations with a CFP Episode 29Support the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn this episode, we chat with Robert Farrington, a seasoned expert in personal finance and the founder of The College Investor. Robert shares his journey from a college graduate with $43,000 in student loan debt to a successful financial blogger. He highlights the issues with student loan servicers and offers insightful advice on managing and paying off student loans. We delve into various strategies, including income-driven repayment plans and loan forgiveness programs that can help in understanding the student loan landscape making this episode a treasure trove of practical advice for anyone navigating the complexities of student loans.About our guest:Robert Farrington is America’s Millennial Money Expert® and America’s Student Loan Debt Expert™, and the founder of The College Investor, a personal finance site dedicated to helping millennials escape student loan debt to start investing and building wealth for the future. You can learn more about him on the About Page or on his personal site RobertFarrington.com. He regularly writes about investing, student loan debt, and general personal finance topics geared toward anyone wanting to earn more, get out of debt, and start building wealth for the future. He has been quoted in major publications, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, ABC, NBC, Today, and more. He is also a regular contributor to Forbes.The College InvestorSupport the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

Send us a textIn this eye-opening episode, I dive deep into the frustrating world of health insurance and medical billing. As a nurse and a healthcare administrator, I thought I knew it all, but a recent experience with my daughter's asthma attack and the ensuing insurance debacle proved otherwise. I'll share the shocking details of my encounter with insurance tiers, unexpected copays, and a battle to avoid unfair charges. My story not only exposes the hidden complexities of healthcare coverage but also offers vital insights and advice on how to navigate these challenges. Join me as we unravel these complexities, fight for our rights, and learn to question every charge on our medical bills.Mentioned Episode:Beyond the Benefits: Finding the Right Health Insurance for You w/ Oxana Parfenova - Episode 24This Nurse Is On A Mission To Make A Difference In The World w/ Angel Cellucci - Ep. 93Support the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money