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WCI #439: Where to Bank and How to Save for Big Purchases

WCI #439: Where to Bank and How to Save for Big Purchases

Today we are answering a variety of listener questions. We start out talking about if it is important to have a bank with a branch where you live. If…

Leaving The SAVE Plan: Options For Borrowers

Leaving The SAVE Plan: Options For Borrowers

For months, federal student loan borrowers enrolled in the SAVE plan have faced a decision: should I leave SAVE now, or should I wait out the fo…

The Truth About $250,000 Saved by 42 | Making a Millionaire

The Truth About $250,000 Saved by 42 | Making a Millionaire

They didn’t start early, but they did start. In this candid conversation, we unpack how a couple in their 40s paid off debt, now saves ~30% (maxing 4…

Friday Flight - Pricey Porch Pumpkins, Twitter for Trading, & Saving for a Spouse #1038

Friday Flight - Pricey Porch Pumpkins, Twitter for Trading, & Saving for a Spouse #1038

Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of hea…

This New Bill Could Double Your Tax Savings in 2025

This New Bill Could Double Your Tax Savings in 2025

The One Big Beautiful Bill has passed, and it could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket. In this episode, we’re breaking down how this power…

How to Save 50% of Your Income Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle

How to Save 50% of Your Income Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle

What if we told you that your path to financial independence isn't about picking the perfect stocks, timing the market, or earning a massive salary? …

Keeping Up With the Savings Joneses

Keeping Up With the Savings Joneses

How much saving is too much saving? Quint and Allie talk through how to balance saving versus living in the moment.

Ask HTM - Is a 25% Savings Rate Overkill, Avoiding State Minimum Insurance Requirements, & Eliminating 401k Loans #1030

Ask HTM - Is a 25% Savings Rate Overkill, Avoiding State Minimum Insurance Requirements, & Eliminat…

Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a quest…

Unpacking Two Big Ideas: Infinite Banking and Saving For Young Children (SB1729)

Unpacking Two Big Ideas: Infinite Banking and Saving For Young Children (SB1729)

Labor Day might be about rest, but in the basement, we’re getting to work on busting some of the most persistent myths in personal finance. Joe Saul-…

Friday Flight - Pre-K For Pay, Helicopter Savers, & Politics Shmoliticks #1029

Friday Flight - Pre-K For Pay, Helicopter Savers, & Politics Shmoliticks #1029

Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of hea…

SAVE Student Loan Plan Timeline Estimates: What To Expect

SAVE Student Loan Plan Timeline Estimates: What To Expect

The future of student loan repayment for SAVE borrowers is now caught between a pending court ruling and how quickly the Department of Educ…

This One Move Could Save You Thousands on an 11% Loan (Money Q&A)

This One Move Could Save You Thousands on an 11% Loan (Money Q&A)

In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast,  we are going to talk about  this one move could save you thousands on an 11% loan.  Today we are…

How Much You Should Save for Retirement by Age (Even in a Recession) (Reissue)

How Much You Should Save for Retirement by Age (Even in a Recession) (Reissue)

In this episode of Money Girl, Laura covers various factors to consider for retirement planning, including a potential recession.

25 Clever Ways to Save Money During Inflation (Reissue)

25 Clever Ways to Save Money During Inflation (Reissue)

Instead of letting inflation hurt your finances, fight back by protecting your spending power and saving more money.

Savings for Annual Expenses v. Paying Down Debt

Savings for Annual Expenses v. Paying Down Debt

Allie and Logan talk about accruing for annual expenses and if it’s better to pay down debt than set aside funds for those expenses.

Ask HTM - Spending Cash Windfalls, Retirement Investing vs College Savings, & So You Think You Can Landlord?! #1024

Ask HTM - Spending Cash Windfalls, Retirement Investing vs College Savings, & So You Think You Can …

Let’s kick off the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a quest…

Student Loan Complaint Backlog Grows As SAVE Borrowers Stay In Limbo

Student Loan Complaint Backlog Grows As SAVE Borrowers Stay In Limbo

The week began with anticipation for the August 4 court status report in the lawsuit over the SAVE repayment plan. Borrowers hoping for clarity …

How a 529 Plan Saves Money for Students of All Ages

How a 529 Plan Saves Money for Students of All Ages

Laura explains how 529 savings plans cut taxes and new rules that benefit families and students of all ages.

Using the Emergency Fund

Using the Emergency Fund

Sometimes it happens! Quint and Allie talk about when you have to tap your emergency fund.

Jesus Christ Super-Saver: Ancient Wisdom & Your Money (Bestie Ep) #1018

Jesus Christ Super-Saver: Ancient Wisdom & Your Money (Bestie Ep) #1018

We’re glad Ikea exists. The ability for a vast majority of the population to get their hands on some incredibly functional, well designed, and …