BiggerPockets Money Podcast

Certified financial planner Kyle Mast and host Scott Trench discuss the renting vs. buying a home debate in 2024, managing savings and investments with high interest rates, strategies to boost retirement savings, and caring for aging parents. They tackle these financial hot topics with insights on wealth accumulation and planning for the future.

Guest David Greene and hosts discuss strategies to help Derek accelerate his path to early retirement by leveraging real estate investments, tapping into 401(k) funds, starting a profitable business, and utilizing various financial tools. They also explore ways to increase cash flow, optimize asset allocation, and generate passive income through diversified investments.

Bill Yount and Jackie Cummings Koski discuss the advantages of late-start retirement investing, from retirement accounts to healthcare planning. They share tips on reducing expenses, making smart investments, and maximizing retirement savings. Topics include downsizing, tax planning, utilizing HSAs, and contributing to retirement accounts. The episode explores catch-up opportunities for individuals over 50 and strategies for financial success.

Bill Yount and Jackie share their journey from late starters to early retirement achievers, discussing a step-by-step system for financial independence. They emphasize the importance of budgeting, community support, and learning from past mistakes to reach retirement goals.

Join a seasoned investor sharing how his property manager stole $40k, highlighting red flags to watch out for. Learn essential communication standards, questions to ask when hiring, and fees to avoid. Get tips on finding reliable property managers and diversifying for risk management.

Achieving financial freedom in your 40s by taking calculated risks, repaying parents for their sacrifices, starting a business that brings in millions, retiring mother within six years, emphasizing on the importance of betting on yourself and finding FIRE movement success

Emma von Weise, a finance-savvy 24-year-old, shares how she reached Coast FI and a $99K net worth through various side hustles and smart financial decisions. She highlights funding college debt-free, buying used cars, and building a fulfilling life. Emma's journey embodies the power of starting young and the support of the FI community.

Estate and elder attorney Jenny Rozelle shares valuable insights on wills, trusts, and estate planning. From napkin wills to protecting heirs from divorce, she debunks common misconceptions and emphasizes the importance of updating wills. Topics include verbal promises of inheritance, revocable vs. irrevocable trusts, and safeguarding wealth for future generations.

Estate and elder attorney Jenny Rozelle joins to discuss the importance of estate planning to preserve wealth, avoid intestate succession laws, and make probate less daunting. Learn about essential estate planning documents, preventing assets from ending up in the wrong hands, and simplifying the estate process for loved ones.

Brian Preston and Bo Hanson from The Money Guy Show share a nine-step financial order of operations for achieving FIRE. They discuss building emergency reserves, paying off debt, hyper accumulation, and debunk mortgage myths. The episode covers why a $1,000 emergency fund is not enough and the importance of making smart financial decisions to reach financial independence.