On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm tackling one of the most requested topics, student loans. Student Loan forgiveness has in the news a lot lately, and with the recent Supreme Court ruling putting a halt to President Biden's plan, many people are wondering what is going to happen when payments start back up again. I'm breaking down the recent news, and what the next steps towards student loan forgiveness might look like. Plus I'll be giving some advice on what to do if you know you'll be struggling to make your payments. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of online therapy by using my link.Babbel: Use my link to get 55% off your subscription.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, we are heading to Hollywood to discuss celebrities and their money habits. I'm joined by pop-culture queen and host of the podcast Fluently Forward, Shannon McNamara, to dive into the world of celebrity spending, saving, and entrepreneurship. We love to know what celebs are spending their money on, and especially what they are NOT spending their money on. And what about all those nepo babies who have seemingly had fame handed to them on a silver platter? I ask Shannon who she thinks is deserving of recognition, and who are just reaping the benefits of their parents. Plus we discuss celebrity backed businesses to figure out which are worth supporting, and which just feel like a money grab. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Facet: Use my link to have the enrollment fee waived.ExpressVPN: Use my link to get 3 months free. Athletic Greens: Use my link and her a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill I'm talking all things financial scams. I'll be breaking down some of the most common money scams, including Payday Loans, Venmo Scams, and of course Ponzi schemes and MLMs. Some of these might not seem like scams on the surface, but I'm here to tell you how these situations can swindle you out of your hard earned money. And I'll be talking about one of the biggest scams of them all, Identity Theft. I'll give you a step-by-step guide for what to do if your identity gets stolen, and give you the tools necessary to undo the damage done and get your financial life back on track. Here's who to contact if you are a victim of identity theft:The Federal Trade Commision - identitytheft.gov One of the following credit bureaus: Equifax (1-800-525-6285), Experian (1-888-397-3742), or TransUnion (1-800-680-7289) Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Olive and June: Use my link to get 20% off your first Mani System. ZocDoc: Use my link and download the Zocdoc app for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm sitting down with the founder of Tipped Finance and author of Tipped Barbara Sloan to discuss all things tipping. These days it seems like we are prompted to tip everywhere, and it can be hard to know when, where, and how much we should be tipping. Barbara gives her expert advice on when tipping is a must, and talks about how much is appropriate. Plus we dive into the world of tipped workers, and discuss the best ways those in the service industry can reach financial freedom. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Athletic Greens: Use my link and her a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase.Shopify: Use my link to sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period.Honeylove: Use my link and save 20% on your entire order.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm talking about how psychology affects our money decisions. So many things can influence our minds when it comes to purchases, and sometimes it's hard to see when a company or brand is trying to sell to your subconscious. I'll be breaking down the 5 psychological concepts that are behind making bad money decisions, and giving you my tips on how to combat them! Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Athletic Greens: Use my link and her a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm sitting down Ankur Jain, the founder and CEO of Bilt Rewards. These days a huge portion of the population are renting their homes. And while paying a mortgage every month has plenty of financial benefits, paying rent does nothing to improve your credit score or invest in your future. Ankur wanted to change that, and as a result, founded Bilt Rewards. I'm asking Ankur all about how he got started, what went into founding his business, and how Bilt is helping its users invest in their future. Plus we discuss all things renting, and why the rent vs buy argument if full of nuance. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of online therapy by using my link.ZocDoc: Use my link and download the Zocdoc app for free.Athletic Greens: Use my link and her a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm covering one of my most asked about topics, debt. Specifically what to do if you have it, and how to stay out of it. Being in debt is super common, and while it can be overwhelming, there are several things you can do to get on top of it and pay it off. I'm sharing all my tips and tricks to understanding your debt, and making this scary part of financial life a little more manageable. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Shopify: Use my link to sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period.Babbel: Use code richbff when you purchase a 3-month subscription and get an additional 3 months for free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm sitting down with Brian Kelly aka The Points Guy to chat about all things credit cards and credit card points. What started as planning his own family vacations using points turned into an incredible resource for people all over to learn about how to maximize their credit card benefits. I ask Brian about how he got started, and how he built his business into what it is today. Plus we talk credit card debt, what to do it you have it and how to avoid it in the future. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Athletic Greens: Use my link and her a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase.Olive and June: Use my link to get 20% off your first Mani System. ExpressVPN: Use my link to get 3 months free.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm talking about my parents! As the daughter of two Chinese immigrants, my relationship with money and finances was shaped by my parents lived experience and trauma. And to this day their relationship with money has directly impacted my own. Today I'll be telling their story and talking about how our finances looked growing up. Plus, I'll be breaking down how those experiences have affected my own relationship with money and spending. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Olive and June: Use my link to get 20% off your first Mani System. BetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of online therapy by using my link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of Networth and Chill, I'm sitting down with the one and only Victoria Paris. Victoria has made a massive name for herself in the last few years across social media. But I want to know what her financial life looked like before and after fame. And as the influencer industry only continues to grow, I get her thoughts on the creator economy and what the future holds. Got a financial question you want answered on a future episode? Text me or leave me a voicemail at 908-858-3410. Special thanks to our sponsors:Athletic Greens: Use my link and her a free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase.Jenni Kayne: Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code RICHBFF at jennikayne.com/RICHBFF! #jennikaynepartnerBetterHelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of online therapy by using my link. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices