Unless you’re a money nerd, knowing how to start investing from scratch isn’t as easy as it seems. With so many options out there and the economy faltering, how do beginners avoid getting burnt? Is something like real estate investing out of reach for new investors in times like today? These questions become even more complicated if you’re like today’s guest ... Show More
Oct 2
J Scott Explains Inflation, Interest Rates & the Economy
What is happening with inflation, interest rates, energy prices, and the economy, and what does it mean for investors? In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money Podcast, Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench welcome back J Scott to break down the current economic landscape and explain h ... Show More
54m 11s
Sep 30
Want to Reach FI Faster? These Careers Give You the Biggest Advantage
What are the best careers for reaching financial independence? In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money Podcast, Mindy Jensen and Evan Lawler explore careers that can accelerate your path to FI. They break down how income potential, flexibility, pensions, benefits, variable inc ... Show More
23m 52s
Sep 29
Naseema Went Bankrupt at 25, Became a Single Mom at 30, and Built $1.3M by 45
How do you go from nearly $1 million in debt to building a $1.3 million net worth? In this BiggerPockets Money episode, hosts Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench sit down with Naseema McElroy to hear how she rebuilt her finances through intentional money decisions, strategic debt payof ... Show More
44m 21s
May 2023
Office Hours: Using Real Estate to Build Wealth, How to Use Your Discretionary Income, and Best Practices Around Mentorship
Scott gives his thoughts on how to use real estate to build wealth, all while being burdened by student debt. He then answers a listener’s question about whether to use discretionary income to visit other company offices. He wraps up by discussing how he thinks about mentorship.
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20m 33s
Dec 2021
Real Estate Rules for Beginners
Real estate investing is not for the faint of heart. It’s illiquid, there’s a time lag, and it requires good financial education. Robert and Kim Kiyosaki started their investing journey with small, single-family homes in the 1980s and graduated to larger, multi-family units as th ... Show More
44m 17s
Sep 2025
Should You Pay Off Debt or Invest First? The Answer Might Surprise You (Money Q&A)
In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast, we are going to do a Money Q&A about should you pay off debt or invest first. Today we are going to answer these questions: Question 1: Should I build my emergency fund to $20,000 first, or start paying down my mortgage and investi ... Show More
37m 34s