Brown Ambition

On today's show, we recap a recent study that looked at places in the U.S. where families can earn six figures incomes and STILL feel broke. The struggle is real, y'all. Increasingly, childcare is becoming one of the largest expenses for families. We want to hear your childcare stories ... how are you making it work? Do you pay for a full-time nanny? Rely on relatives to help? Spring for the fancy day care? We want to know what it takes for working parents to make childcare work in the U.S. today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Brown Ambition Wednesday!On today's show: -Tiffany makes a big move-We tackle how to get out of a car lease-We share a story that's baffling — college grads spending thousands on a game that could pay off their student debt (if they're lucky)As mentioned on the show:How to Get Out of a Car Lease (LendingTree) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On today's show, we tackle a ton of hot topics, including taking your questions on: -The best side hustles for folks who are time-challenged-How we really feel about using credit cards (and Dave Ramsey's long-standing rule against plastic)-How the bro-iness of the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement misses the mark with women of color (NY Times)--Today's show is sponsored by  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode is brought to you by the eco-conscious clothing company, Pact Apparel, gives its customers the chance to invest in the future of your family and women worldwide. For 25% off your first order, visit WearPact.com and enter code BrownAmbition at check out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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If you’re wondering how you can start investing for wealth beyond your 401(k) this is the show for you. We’re joined by Mandi’s personal financial planner Helen Ngo of Capital Benchmark Partners to go step by step through the process — from choosing your investments to deciding which types of accounts to open. You can schedule a FREE consultation with Helen via her website. *Today’s episode was brought to you by the eco-conscious clothing company, Pact Apparel.*For 25% off your first order, visit WearPact.com and enter code BrownAmbition at check out. This episode originally aired Sept. 13, 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show:-#EatingBreakfastWhileBlack is now a thing, thanks to one woman who took it upon herself to Twitter shame a D.C. transit worker for eating her breakfast en route to her next shift. -Fresh Off the Boat actress Constance Wu got dragged for some poorly timed/thought out tweets about her show's success-What the Trump/China trade war means for your wallet And we take YOUR questions from Instagram on investing in real estate property.Have a question you'd like us to answer? Shoot us a DM on the 'gram @brownambitionpodcast or e-mail us at brownambitionpodcast@gmail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we have a message for those of you struggling with financial stress....IT GETS BETTER. On today's show, we'll talk about ways we've coped with financial hardships in our past and present. As mentioned on the show: Mushroom suits — the affordable burial alternative (BBC)Roth IRA vs 529 plan for kid college savings (TaxSlayer)The best place to stash your emergency fund (MagnifyMoney) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, we have a truly inspiring story to share. Leo and Faith were about to get married when they attended pre-marital counseling at their church. It was then that they were encouraged to sit down and get honest about the finances and their goals as they started a family together. In total, they carried over $211,000 worth of debt — a combination of both student loans and credit card debt. Rather than give up, they rallied and made a plan to aggressively tackle their debt in the summer of 2017. Faith, a nurse practitioner, took on a part-time job working overnight 5 or 6 days a week. Leo, an occupational therapist, also worked a part-time job in addition to his 9 to 5.In a little over a year, they successfully paid down $100,000. They share their story on today's show. Tune in and hit us up on Twitter or Instagram let us know what you think about their story!**This episode originally aired June 13, 2018** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.