In this podcast, the author shares insights from her reading of Ann Patchett's article titled "The Year of No Shopping" and discusses how her year without shopping brought difficult emotions to the surface while revealing personal financial truths.
Saving for excess is important when preparing for risks that you cannot envision. Being aware of potential risks and considering life in a different time and place can increase curiosity and understanding of the world.
The speaker discusses the concept of discounted upfront payments for life insurance and wonders what else people might wait to get paid for, bringing up the example of lottery tickets.
Ali Abdaal shares his insight on building a financial setup that is not reliant on a single source of income and creating wealth through smart investments.
Despite having F.U. money, many people choose to remain prisoners of their wealth. Giving away money can break this cycle and free you from mental imprisonment.
A podcast host recounts memories of his family's financial situation growing up and how his father's illegal import-export deals had an impact on their lifestyle.
The speaker shares the financial struggles his family faced in the 80s, with his father having to work for the church despite being a successful lawyer, due to a mortgage payment of $135k.
The speaker expresses frustration at the spending habits of some people, who are always out having fun and spending vast amounts of money on dinners and alcohol, which she cannot afford to do herself. She notes that while she manages her money by saving a certain amount, she assumes others do the same, when in reality, they could be spending their entire paycheck on such activities and living off credit cards.
How to Money offers practical financial advice and information to help navigate the economic climate. Its hosts discuss topics such as renting vs. buying, saving money, increasing your income, and dealing with financial anxiety.
Chamath Palihapitiya discusses investing and personal finance, while urging people to wear masks during the pandemic.
Dave Ramsey provides advice on how to master your money during uncertain times on lewishouse.com. There are upcoming interviews and topics on controlling intimate relationships during isolation.
The speaker believes there's a difference between being able to buy something and being able to afford it. One should start treating themselves when they're at a point where it makes sense to do so and have realized the contrast between buying and affording something.
The You Need a Budget app offers a new way of thinking about money management and helps users get out of debt, break the paycheck to paycheck cycle, and build wealth faster using a simple four-rule method. The app offers a free trial for 34 days, with no credit card required.
The speaker reflects on the emotional impact of being able to afford experiences and shares how the advice of investing money in things that make you happy made a significant difference in his life, inspired by Elon Musk's strategy of investing his PayPal earnings into SpaceX, Tesla, and other companies.
The pressure to spend money on things like childcare or parenting can be overwhelming for people. It's important to have friends who understand your financial situation and accommodate it as part of being a whole person.
Studies have shown that people far from finance, such as teachers, tend to do better in managing their personal accounts. This podcast discusses the complexity of transactions on Wall Street and the need for transparency to combat corruption.
Rocket Money is a personal finance app that helps you manage your expenses and subscriptions in one place. It automatically sorts your expenses, catches forgotten subscriptions and alerts you, so you can easily track your budget in real time.
Jack tells a short story about Warren Buffett's investment strategy and the prevalence of get-rich-quick schemes on the internet, before sharing an anecdote about an ordinary man who actually succeeded in making a fortune quickly.
The caller is currently working three jobs to make extra cash to spend and save while completing Baby Step 3. Dave suggests considering the intentionality of money management after Baby Step 3 and focusing on saving for larger expenses like tuition instead of spending money on non-essential items.
Discover credit cards automatically double the cash back you earn at the end of your first year. The hosts also discuss a recent purchase of a motorcycle and the Oscars.
The podcast hosts discuss their experiences with credit card debt collectors and advise listeners on how to handle the situation, including not falling for scams and being aware of shady practices.
A 12-year-old boy saved money to take his friends to the movies, showing the value of learning financial responsibility at a young age.
The speaker suggests getting budgeting apps and watching documentaries as tools for encouraging better financial habits. They also discuss personal experiences and observations regarding budgeting.
The speaker is discussing their attempts to clear up financial confusion with different parties, including a loan and retirement accounts, as well as a situation involving paying rent.
