Money Guy Show

Discover the five tax traps that could be draining your wallet, from mistaking refunds for windfalls to mismanaging retirement contributions. Learn how minor adjustments in tax withholdings can boost your cash flow and enhance financial growth. Gain insights into the importance of early contributions to retirement accounts and the power of compound interest. Plus, understand the fine line between legal tax avoidance and illegal evasion to empower your financial decision-making. Avoid common pitfalls and learn to make the tax code work for you!

"My wife and I want to move from Chicago to Colorado. Are there certain things to look out for when moving away from family to a new area? We would line up jobs before moving and have plenty of savings" -Thomas SWe'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode!Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resourcesReach your goals faster with our productsTake the relationship to the next level: become a clientSubscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcastConnect with us on social media for more contentBring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric is at a crossroads. He wants to build wealth, but BIG debt is holding him back. Can we right the ship before he sinks?Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resourcesReach your goals faster with our productsTake the relationship to the next level: become a clientSubscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcastConnect with us on social media for more contentBring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FIRE movement is popular in the Personal Finance space. It has a lot of values and goals that people resonate with. However, not everyone wants to retire early.So while FIRE may not be for everyone, the lessons that this movement can teach you about personal finance are incredibly valuable, no matter when you end up retiring. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resourcesReach your goals faster with our productsTake the relationship to the next level: become a clientSubscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcastConnect with us on social media for more contentBring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"How do I decide how much life insurance I need? My wife and I have no kids and both make $60k/year" We'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode!Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resourcesReach your goals faster with our productsTake the relationship to the next level: become a clientSubscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcastConnect with us on social media for more contentBring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into practical advice for those feeling financially behind, especially at 32 with $40k invested. Discover a wealth multiplier tool to boost your savings perspective. Enjoy a mix of humor as comedian anecdotes blend with solid retirement strategies. Explore the hilarious debate of sweet vs. savory foods, while uncovering unique vibe in everyday choices. Finally, navigate the complexities of student loans against retirement savings, revealing strategies for prioritizing your financial goals.

Dive into the psychology of money as they discuss how cognitive biases affect financial choices. Learn about the discomfort necessary for growth and the dangers of complacency. Explore the Diderot Effect, showing how small purchases can snowball into financial strain. Understand the pitfalls of overconfidence in investments and the sunk cost fallacy that keeps you clinging to bad decisions. Finally, gain insights into empowering financial literacy and maintaining a positive mindset on your wealth-building journey.

A listener grapples with financing a car using a 0% interest offer, leading to a discussion about making the right financial choices. The talk emphasizes the importance of timely repayments and balancing aspirations with reality. Additionally, budgeting for weddings comes into play, highlighting the need for disciplined financial planning. The hosts also touch on hyperaccumulation and financial education, promoting smart consumption and effective saving strategies to enhance overall financial well-being.

Megan and Patrick navigate financial turbulence after a significant drop in their home's value. They explore how their childhood financial education shaped their saving habits and life decisions. The discussion highlights their real estate investment journey, including challenges during the market downturn. Practical strategies for retirement planning and investment diversification are revealed, emphasizing the importance of balancing saving and enjoying life. Finally, the conversation encourages resilience and learning from past financial mistakes.

Dive into wild financial fails as experts react to the risky world of day trading, comparing it to gambling. Explore the shocking choices people make in sports betting, like selling cars to finance bets. Enjoy a lighthearted talk on how wealth and walking intertwine, busting stereotypes of rich folks. Learn about the perils of negative equity in luxury cars and the risks behind penny stocks. Get inspired to build wealth through disciplined financial habits while avoiding the temptations of debt and speculation.