Money For Couples with Ramit Sethi

Ramit Sethi
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Apr 4, 2023 • 1h 20min

89. “He won’t marry me until I pay off my $15,000 credit card debt”

DJ and Adam, 37 and 33, have been dating for 3 years but DJ’s debt stands in the way of their potential marriage, as dictated by Adam, who’s been divorced in the past due to money issues. DJ recently doubled her income – and she has all the tools – but she’s frozen, unaccountable, and losing time.This episode is brought to you by:Babbel | Right now, when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you’ll get an additional 3 months for FREE. Just go to Babbel.com and use promo code RAMIT.Sakara | Right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order. Use code RAMIT during checkout at Sakara.com/ramit for 20% off all nutrition programs and wellness essentials.LMNT | Right now, LMNT is offering 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/RAMIT.Links mentioned in this episode• Dream Job career research guide• Get my New York Times best-selling book• Download the Conscious Spending PlanConnect with Ramit• Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Get my no-numbers journal• Other episodes• Instagram• Twitter• YouTubeIf you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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8 snips
Mar 28, 2023 • 1h 1min

88. “We own 7 properties. Why can't we pay for groceries?”

Natalie and Travis are in their 40s, living in SoCal with their four kids. Travis is a career military man, imprinting him with some pretty understandable tendencies toward conservatism with money. He’s saved and invested heavily for decades, but it’s left him without the muscle memory to enjoy what he’s built.This episode is brought to you by:BetterHelp | Visit betterhelp.com/ramit today to get 10% off your first month.Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at meetfabric.com/ramit.DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to joindeleteme.com/ramit for 20% off.Links mentioned in this episode• Netflix show BTS newsletter (limited time only)• Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Get my New York Times best-selling bookConnect with Ramit• Download the Conscious Spending Plan• Get my no-numbers journal• Other episodes• Instagram• Twitter• YouTubeIf you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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10 snips
Mar 21, 2023 • 1h 27min

87. “We’re in $400,000 of debt, but we can’t say no to our kids”

Kenna and Ryan are 36 and 45. Up until recently, Ryan worked and Kenna stayed home with their kids. Now, with that earning dynamic flipped, they’re facing new challenges with how they spend and save—especially when it comes to their children.This episode is brought to you by:LMNT | LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, that’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/ramit.Sakara | And right now, Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/RAMIT or enter code RAMIT at checkout.Rocket Money | Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/ramit.Links mentioned in this episode• Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Get my New York Times best-selling bookConnect with Ramit• Download the Conscious Spending Plan• Get my no-numbers journal• Other episodes• Instagram• Twitter• YouTubeIf you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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27 snips
Mar 14, 2023 • 1h 26min

86. “I make $450,000/year from YouTube. My husband is ashamed he can’t match my success”

Darby and Kirsty, 27 and 25, are professional YouTubers. While Kirsty’s art tutorial channel explodes in profitability, Darby’s efforts lag behind in viewership and earnings, creating a stark contrast in their money dynamic. He feels he doesn’t deserve comfort. She waits for her success to vanish.This episode is brought to you by:BetterHelp | Visit betterhelp.com/ramit today to get 10% off your first month.DeleteMe | Offer for IWT Listeners 20% off all plans with the code RAMIT or go to joindeleteme.com/ramit.Babbel | Right now, when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you’ll get an additional 3 months for FREE. Go to Babbel.com and use promo code RAMIT.Links mentioned in this episode:• Get my no-numbers journal• Sign up for Double Engine GrowthConnect with Ramit:• Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Download the Conscious Spending Plan• Get my New York Times best-selling book• Other episodes• Instagram• Twitter• YouTubeIf you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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10 snips
Mar 7, 2023 • 1h 31min

85. “I thought she was going to die, so we spent all our money. Now we’re broke”

Asha and Matt are in their mid 30s. They bring a totally unique situation to the show today. A few years ago, Asha needed a second open-heart surgery—and an emergency appendectomy. She was told she might have three years left, so they spent like it. The issue? She made a full recovery.This episode is brought to you by:LMNT | Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a salty friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/RAMIT.Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at meetfabric.com/ramit.Sakara | Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/RAMIT or enter code RAMIT at checkout.Links mentioned in this episode: Reading Classes: On Culture and Classism In America by Barbara Jensen The Power of the Past: Understanding Cross-Class Marriages by Jessi Streib Connect with Ramit: Get Money Coaching with Ramit  Download the Conscious Spending Plan Get my New York Times best-selling book Get my no-numbers journal Other episodes Instagram Twitter YouTube If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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26 snips
Feb 28, 2023 • 1h 29min

84. “We spend 98% of what we make—but we refuse to change our lifestyle”

Kristine is 32 and Thomas is 35. They’re raising three children in the Midwest. They love their jobs, are happy with their incomes, and just upgraded to a third, much larger, home. Everything is good–except that they’re going broke. With astronomical fixed costs, something’s got to give.This episode is brought to you by:Rocket Money | Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/ramit.DeleteMe | if you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to joindeleteme.com/ramit and get 20% off a plan for you or your entire family.Links mentioned in this episode Get my New York Times best-selling book Get my no-numbers journal Get Money Coaching with Ramit  Connect with Ramit Download the Conscious Spending Plan Other episodes Instagram Twitter YouTube If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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5 snips
Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 23min

83. “I grew up on food stamps. At 24, I’m about to get paid $215,000 per year”

Megan and Nyles are in their twenties and on a great trajectory with their money. She graduates from law school this year—sending her income from $0 to $215,000 overnight. But they’re both haunted by childhoods spent in poverty, leading to toxic scripts and trust issues.Connect with Ramit Get Money Coaching with Ramit  Download the Conscious Spending Plan Get my New York Times best-selling book Get my no-numbers journal Other episodes Instagram Twitter YouTube This episode is brought to you by:LMNT | Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a salty friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/RAMIT.Sakara | Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/RAMIT or enter code RAMIT at checkout.If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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8 snips
Feb 14, 2023 • 1h 24min

82. “I’m in $20,000 of debt and she pays for everything. What’s the problem?”

Melody and David are 39 and 45. They manage a picturesque multi-unit property which creates a unique money dynamic. David works as the property manager and has his own side business, but doesn’t pay attention to whether or not he’s making money, leaving Melody with a heavy burden.Connect with Ramit Get Money Coaching with Ramit  Download the Conscious Spending Plan Get my New York Times best-selling book Get my no-numbers journal Other episodes Instagram Twitter YouTube This episode is brought to you by:Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at meetfabric.com/ramit.DeleteMe | Offer for IWT Listeners: 20% off all plans with the code RAMIT, or use the link joindeleteme.com/ramit.If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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9 snips
Feb 7, 2023 • 1h 10min

81. “We’re broke—but $55,000 private school tuition is a non-negotiable” (Part 2)

In part two of our revealing conversation with Sarah and Kevin, we offer solutions for their serious debt accumulation problem and grapple with the hard truth about their biggest non-negotiable expense: $55k a year for their three daughters’ private school tuition. Links mentioned in this episode Join the Earnable program Get Money Coaching with Ramit  Connect with Ramit Download the Conscious Spending Plan Get my New York Times best-selling book Get my no-numbers journal Other episodes Instagram Twitter YouTube This episode is brought to you by:LMNT | Right now LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, that’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a salty friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/RAMIT.If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.
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14 snips
Jan 31, 2023 • 1h 2min

80. “If I add any more to our $50,000 credit card debt, he will ask for a divorce” (Part 1)

Sarah and Kevin are 38 and 42. They sold their home to pay off $130k in debt, only to dig themselves another $55k hole, six months later. Sarah is worried that if she doesn’t stop her credit card spending, Kevin will ask for a divorce. We need two episodes to untangle their complicated situation.Connect with Ramit Get Money Coaching with Ramit  Download the Conscious Spending Plan Get my New York Times best-selling book Get my no-numbers journal Other episodes Instagram Twitter YouTube If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.Produced by Crate Media.

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