The Money with Katie Show

Exploring the delicate topic of intervening in a loved one's bad money decisions, strategies for navigating financial denial within family dynamics, addressing debt issues with support and understanding, and providing practical strategies for assisting someone with financial issues.

This podcast explores the financial implications of marriage, divorce, and empowerment through expert insights and personal stories. Topics include hidden finances, financial abuse, prenuptial agreements, and strategies for managing financial differences in marriage. A must-listen for anyone considering or experiencing marriage.

Is the 15-year mortgage worth it in today's market? The debate between 15-year vs 30-year mortgages, financial implications, and strategies for faster debt repayment. Understanding the dynamics of mortgage choices, home equity, and personal financial situations to make informed decisions.

Financial independence expert JL Collins discusses the simple path to wealth by spending 50% of income and investing the other 50% in VTSAX. They cover relying on VTSAX and the American economy, managing market crashes, and the debate over homeownership. Collins shares his personal investing journey, regretting not discovering index investing earlier. They also emphasize the power of compounding, achieving financial independence regardless of starting point, and avoiding lifestyle creep.

Discover the concept of having too much liquid cash in an emergency fund and the importance of reassessing its necessity. Learn about investing leftover cash, considering net worth, and finding the balance between investing and the size of an emergency fund. Explore factors to determine the appropriate amount for an emergency fund and the importance of consulting financial professionals.

This podcast explores why poverty persists in the US despite its wealth. It discusses the prevalence of low-wage work, the complex relationship between poverty and public welfare spending, and how exploitation perpetuates poverty. The podcast also examines societal misconceptions about poverty and the impact of poverty on American prosperity.

An Austrian heiress made headlines when she announced she would let 50 strangers decide what to do with $27M USD of her inheritance. Katie and Henah discuss the potential impact of this kind of social experiment, how the lack of inheritance and estate taxes disproportionately support inequality, and why "generational stability" might be worth striving for more than "generational wealth."Welcome back to #RichGirlRoundup, Money with Katie's weekly segment where Katie and MWK's Executive Producer Henah answer your burning money questions. Each month, we'll put out a call for questions on her Instagram (@moneywithkatie). New episodes every week.Transcript, show resources, production credits and more can be found at: https://moneywithkatie.com/austrian-heiress-experiment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investigative journalist Max Marshall discusses the multimillion-dollar fraternity drug ring scandal at the College of Charleston, covering power, privilege, and the lack of consequences. Topics include the power and influence of fraternities, the prevalence of Xanax as a party drug, the origins and exclusivity of Greek life, and exploring themes of privilege and entitlement within these organizations.

In this episode, Katie and Henah are joined by Tim Steffen, CPA & CFP of Baird Wealth, to discuss tax write-offs for businesses, the benefits of forming an LLC, and the differences between sole proprietor and S-Corp tax statuses. They also explore income decisions, investing for financial growth, tax deductions for using a personal vehicle for business purposes, and compare the advantages of a solo 401k and a SEP IRA for self-employed individuals.

Katie and Tara discuss strategies for getting unstuck in business. They explore the concept of pivoting and the challenges of endurance. They share empowering songs that boost confidence. Fashion as defense mechanism. Case study of Applebees' menu reintroductions. Importance of flexibility and adaptability in entrepreneurship. Embracing change in career chapters.