Can you really afford to become a one-income family? In this episode of Making a Millionaire, Tyler and Mikaela share how they went from nearly $92,000 of debt, an $84-month car loan, lifestyle inflation, and costly home renovations to building a $400,000 net worth in their early 30s. Their journey highlights budgeting, emergency funds, investing, 401(k) str ... Show More
Yesterday
How To Win Financially Based On Your Income
How much should you save based on your income? In this episode, Brian and Bo break down exactly how to build wealth at $50,000, $100,000, $150,000, and $300,000 per year. Learn realistic savings rates, retirement projections, emergency fund targets, budgeting frameworks, and the ... Show More
39m 35s
Jun 24
The Stark Reality of What a $1.5M Retirement Looks Like in 2026
Is $1.5 million enough to retire in 2026? A recent article called the outlook for a $1.5 million nest egg a "stark reality," but Brian and Bo break down the numbers, retirement income potential, Social Security benefits, safe withdrawal rates, taxes, inflation, and what really de ... Show More
1h 5m
Jun 19
We asked 1,000 millionaires how they got rich. Here’s what they said.
What do real millionaires actually do with their money? We surveyed 1,000 millionaire households to uncover the habits, savings rates, investing behaviors, home-buying decisions, debt strategies, and wealth-building mindset that helped them achieve financial independence. From ne ... Show More
34m 17s
Nov 2025
Best of 2025: How To Change Your Finances in 1 Week
This week, Sim shares the ultimate 7-day financial glow-up plan to help you take control of your money, build wealth, and live your dream life. From tracking your net worth and cutting back on spending to negotiating a raise and setting up automated investing, this episode breaks ... Show More
31m 19s
Oct 2025
Money, Mindset & the Machines: How AI (and Self-Awareness) Can Change Your Financial Future with Elizabeth Ayoola
What happens when technology meets money mindset? In this conversation, Elizabeth Ayoola — writer, finance expert, and co-host of NerdWallet’s Smart Money Podcast — shares how she went from writing $8 articles as a new mom to building lasting financial freedom. We get into how AI ... Show More
43m 26s
Feb 2025
You're Not Behind: Why Everyone SEEMS to Have More Money Than You
This week, Sim breaks down the five key ways to stop chasing fake wealth and start building real financial freedom. From understanding the hidden privilege behind wealth to working smarter, not harder, she shares practical steps to shift your money mindset and grow lasting wealth ... Show More
28m 19s
Feb 2025
212. Finance For College Students (Scholarships, Investing, Saving, AND Life Advice!) with Cherie Animashaun
College students or parents, friends of college students, if you're trying to graduate debt-free, or if you're trying to become financially literate, this is the episode for you! In this episode, I’m talking to teen activist and nonprofit founder, Cherie Animashaun, about all thi ... Show More
57m 22s
Feb 2025
10 Tiny Habits That Made Me Rich
This week, Sim shares 10 small but powerful money habits that helped her go from financial stress to building real wealth with ease. She spills the tea on negotiating bills, reinvesting dividends, deleting shopping apps, and using LinkedIn to increase your salary, all without ext ... Show More
23m 38s
Nov 2024
How to Build Wealth Through Passive Income: A Guide with Justin Donald
What if you could unlock the secrets to predictable passive income and financial freedom? In this episode, Justin Donald, the Lifestyle Investor, shares his proven strategies for achieving wealth without the risks typically associated with investing.Justin outlines a step-by-step ... Show More
1h 14m
Feb 2025
success in your 20’s: lessons from making 1/2 million dollars in 1 year as a founder, social media strategist, and content creator
my most nerve-wracking, shaking in my boots, i'm sweatinggggg episode, but i'm finally ready to share: after 3 years, i hit 100K followers on tiktok (now almost 100K on ig) in less than 2 years, i hit 6 figuresin 2024, i made 1/2 million dollarsin january this year, i made $70Kin ... Show More
30m 11s