Are you doing better financially than the average American in 2026? We want to find out - and see how Financial Mutants compare. In this episode, we break down median financial asset data by age and share how you can take the Financial Mutant Survey at moneyguy.com/survey to anonymously share where you are on your financial journey. We’ll use the results to ... Show More
Sep 14
Was His $120,000 College Degree a Huge Mistake?
At 28, Joe has gone from roughly $120,000 in student loan debt to a positive $70,000 net worth—but now he faces a major personal finance decision: should he aggressively pay off student loans or keep investing for retirement? Brian and Bo break down his budget, Roth IRA, HSA, Bit ... Show More
49m 30s
Sep 11
Retirement at $1M, $2M, $3M, and $5M
How much money do you really need to retire, and what does a $1 million, $2 million, $3 million, or $5 million retirement actually look like? Brian and Bo break down retirement income, the 4% rule, Social Security benefits, monthly retirement spending, and the lifestyle each port ... Show More
46m 51s
Sep 9
How To Actually Make Money Sports Betting (Here’s the Math)
Sports betting has exploded in America—but can you actually make money betting on sports, or is it quietly hurting your ability to build wealth? We look at the rise of online sports gambling, why Gen Z and young investors are increasingly drawn to betting, how sportsbooks mak ... Show More
1h 3m
Sep 2021
10 Things First-Time Car Buyers Should Know
If you're ready to get your own wheels, Laura covers ten things first-time car owners need to know. You'll learn the pros and cons of buying versus leasing, how to get the best deal possible, and ways to pay for your new car.Read the transcript.Check out all the Quick and Dirty T ... Show More
22m 2s
Feb 2022
How to Buy or Sell a Used Car Online
Laura interviews Sarah Wyant from Carvana about tips for getting the best deal when buying or selling a used car online. They discuss what you need to know, including how to save money, create a car budget, prepare for financing, have a more enjoyable experience, and receive a re ... Show More
29m 6s