

Money Guy Show
Brian Preston and Bo Hanson
Bring 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.
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Apr 29, 2024 • 43min
Are You Paying WAY Too Much for a House?
Exploring the challenges of buying a house, advice on financial planning, real estate investments, retirement strategies, life insurance decisions, and balancing consumption choices for long-term financial security.

Apr 26, 2024 • 39min
Average 401(k) Balance by Age (2024 Edition)
Discover the average 401(k) balance by age and the basics of 401(k) plans, employer matches, and vesting schedules. Learn how many millionaires are created by 401(k)s and get simplified strategies to reach your money goals faster. Explore the benefits of maximizing employer match, understanding fees in 401(k) plans, and maximizing wealth through consistent contributions. Dive into the importance of starting early in 401(k) savings and securing a financially stable future across different age groups.

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Apr 24, 2024 • 43min
What Should I Do If My 401(k) Sucks?
Strategies for managing high-fee 401(k) plans and considerations for IRA rollovers. Exploring financial decisions, interest rates, and maximizing $200,000. Insights on book promotions, personal connections, and balancing savings with necessary purchases like a minivan.

Apr 22, 2024 • 37min
We’re FINALLY Going on Tour!!
Join the Money Guy family on an exciting book tour focusing on personal finance and millionaire insights. Learn about financial planning for small businesses and balancing priorities with life experiences. Explore the concept of financial mutant vacationing and making wise consumption choices.

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Apr 19, 2024 • 43min
Top 5 Wealth Killers in America!
Explore the biggest wealth killers in America in 2024, including the impact of inflation, rising housing costs, the comparison trap, overcoming procrastination, and strategic investing for wealth growth and maintenance.

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Apr 17, 2024 • 29min
What's Considered "High-Interest" Debt in 2024?
Exploring high-interest debts in 2024, funding Roth IRAs, mega backdoor Roth contributions, and the impact of audience support on financial education. Strategies for debt repayment and investment discussed.

Apr 15, 2024 • 27min
I Feel So Behind Financially! (How Do I Catch Up?)
Learn how to catch up financially by setting clear goals, saving a percentage of income, and starting to save and invest early. Explore advice on managing investments, asset allocation for young couples, financial choices during graduate studies, and differences between wills and trusts in estate planning.

Apr 12, 2024 • 43min
Should We Use Retirement Money to Buy a House?
The podcast discusses whether to use retirement money to buy a house, emphasizing the importance of separate savings. It also covers topics like title insurance for new home buyers, strategic retirement planning, and advice on avoiding retirement account usage for a house down payment. Additionally, the hosts provide insights on navigating cash vs. stock options as bonuses and optimizing savings and investments in a household.

Apr 10, 2024 • 31min
"We Lost Over HALF Our Income! What Should We Do Now?"
This podcast explores navigating a significant loss of income and making tough decisions, managing a decrease in income, insuring a child, and appreciating employer benefits. It emphasizes the importance of strategic planning, asset allocation strategies, and maximizing retirement plan benefits.

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Apr 8, 2024 • 24min
"Should I GIVE UP Trying to Buy a House?"
Exploring the challenges of saving for a house on a school counselor's salary, navigating the complexities of 401K plans and Roth IRAs, maximizing savings through mortgage refinancing, setting personal financial goals, and strategizing for early retirement and financial independence.