How much money do you make? Do you have credit card debt? What is your credit score? Hey, will you come to my wedding and oh, by the way, it’s probably going to cost $1,000? Why can’t you afford to go to dinner with us?
Oh, those awkward money conversations. There are just so many of them. In this episode, Erin Lowry, money expert and author of the new book ... Show More
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Recession Core, But Make It Personal: How to Thrive Without the “Cost of Comfort”
Is a recession coming? Maybe. But here’s the truth: the only recession that really matters is the one happening in your household.
In this candid, practical conversation, Shari Rash and financial coach Dylan Snowden reframe “Recession Core” from a fashion trend into a living, b ... Show More
31m 46s
Nov 20
Give More, Stress Less: Your Guide to Intentional Year-End Generosity
The most rewarding money move you can make before December 31st isn’t a tax hack, an investment tweak, or a budgeting trick — it’s generosity. But not the chaotic, guilt-driven kind that leaves you staring at your credit card bill wondering what happened.
We’re talking intentio ... Show More
32m 28s
Nov 18
RIP to the Penny: The Real Reason It’s Gone and the Future of Money
The penny has officially been laid to rest — and while most of us won’t shed a tear, its retirement marks a surprisingly big moment in how America handles money.
In this quick update, I’m walking you through what happened to the penny, why the U.S. finally pulled the plug, and ... Show More
12m 30s
Jun 2023
How Complicated Should Investing Be? #689
<p>Have you ever renovated a home? If so, then you remember all of the decisions that you had to make that initially were a lot of fun. Paint colors, light fixtures, tile, even the kind of toilet you wanted… but eventually it gets old and you just want it done. If you can’t relat ... Show More
48m 18s
Aug 2021
Ask HTM - Working with a Partner who is Bad with Money, Best Ways to Pay for Grad School, & Tax Implications of Inherited Money #400
We’re kicking off the week by answering listener questions! And if you have a question that you’d like for us to answer on the show, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask/ , send us your voice memo. Regardless of how random or bizarre you might think it is, ... Show More
45m 9s
Jul 2021
Friday Flight - Crazy Rich Millennials, Rising Rents, & A Shady Way to Pay for College #387
It's time for a Friday Flight! These episodes are all about the week’s financial news and the impact on your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we distill it down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you t ... Show More
29m 6s
Jun 2024
Ask HTM - Budgeting with Gift Cards, Inheriting Debt, & the Hidden Costs of Early Retirement #841
<p>Let’s dive into 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 question you’d like us to answer, toss your voice memo our way. It only takes about 90 seconds to record and you can find a step by step g ... Show More
52m 50s
Sep 2023
Ask HTM - Student Loan Forgiveness Gray Area, Getting an Umbrella Policy, & Investing in Gold #724
<p>We’re kicking off the week by answering your listener questions! And if you have a question that you’d like for us to answer on the show, we’d love for you to submit your own via <a href="https://www.howtomoney.com/ask/">HowToMoney.com/ask</a> , send us your voice memo. Regard ... Show More
51m 15s
Feb 2024
Money and Lifestyle Habits That Are Wasting Your Paycheck
Want to pay off your debt faster? Stick around! This week, you’ll learn five ways to speed up your debt payoff. Plus, don’t miss my #1 tip for never running out of money before your next paycheck, and Nisha Vora joins me to share some of her favorite grocery shopping hacks and af ... Show More
30m 29s
Feb 2024
5 Things We Spent Money Last Year on That Didn’t Bring Us Joy
<p>This week, Maia and Simran discuss five things they spent money on in 2023 that didn't bring them joy. They explore the topics of trending or hyped restaurants, getting nails done, assumed sources of joy, and reevaluating spending habits.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Watch the episode ... Show More
37m 20s