How do you decide between Roth and traditional investing when you want flexibility in the future? We kick off the show by answering a listener question from Liz about how much to invest in Roth versus traditional accounts. We walk through tax diversification, the three bucket strategy, and how to think about today’s income versus retirement so your family ca ... Show More
Today
How to Prepare (Not Protect) Your Kids for Financial Success | Lee Benson
How can we help our kids become resilient and independent without pushing too hard or protecting too much? This week, we sit down with Lee Benson, author of Value Creation Kid, to talk about turning everyday responsibilities into growth opportunities. Lee shares how chores, famil ... Show More
29m 47s
Jan 28
Best Investment Accounts for Financial Independence | Sean Mullaney
In this episode, I talk with Cody Berman and Sean Mullaney about what it really takes to reach early financial independence. Cody shares how he built a $4.8 million net worth by 29 through frugal living, intentional spending, and creating multiple income streams, while Sean break ... Show More
57m 22s
Jan 21
How to Reach Coast FIRE by Age 30, 40 and 50
In this episode of the Marriage Kids and Money podcast, we break down Coast FIRE, a financial approach that lets you “coast” to retirement once your investments can grow on their own, without needing to keep pouring money in. We're joined by Mike English, who shares his real-life ... Show More
45m 42s
Oct 2025
Bougie on a Budget: How to Avoid Holiday Financial Stress ft. The Budget Besties
In this surprise bonus episode of It's About Time, I'm talking to Shana and Vanessa, the 'Budget Besties', about navigating holiday spending and scheduling. We dive into setting boundaries, staying within budget, and creating a stress-free holiday season. Listen in for practical ... Show More
32m 29s
Jul 2024
2801: Personal Budgets Fail Because They Aren’t Fun. Here’s How You Fix That by U-Ming Lee
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Episode 2801:
Setting a personal budget often feels restrictive and tedious, but U-Ming Lee offers a refreshing perspective by high ... Show More
12m 50s