401k plans, Roth IRAs, Coverdell IRAs, separately managed accounts, and more. What do they have in common? YOU asked about all of these and more on today's show! Our letters episodes are some of our most downloaded podcasts and today we'll fill empty the mailbag by answering SEVEN of your questions to the podcast.
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The Deceptive Allure of Investing Like the 1% (How We Get Conned) SB1726
Ever think, “If I just followed the playbook of the ultra-wealthy, I’d be set for life”? Turns out, that’s exactly the kind of thinking that can lead you straight into the arms of a scammer. In this episode, Joe Saul-Sehy and OG break down the traps hidden inside the “invest like ... Show More
55m 44s
Aug 22
Estate Planning, Charitable Giving, and Financial Hot Takes (SB1725)
If you’ve ever wondered whether you should pass on your money now or make your heirs wait for the “big reveal” (cue the dramatic reading of your will), this is your episode. Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug welcome Paula Pant from Afford Anything and Jesse Cramer from Persona ... Show More
1h 1m
Aug 20
Donor Advised Funds 101 (with Adam Nash) SB1724
What if there were a way to make charitable giving easier, more strategic, and—dare we say—more satisfying? In this episode of The Stacking Benjamins Show, Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Len Penzo welcome Adam Nash, founder and CEO of Daffy, to demystify donor-advised funds. Whether you’ ... Show More
1h 15m
Jan 2020
Ask HTM - Savings Interest Rates are Dropping, What to do if You're Overpaid, and Investing in an ESPP #156
This week on the podcast we’re answering your questions! 1 - I was overpaid by my employer, what should I do now? 2 - Should I convert my 401k into an IRA? What considerations should I keep in mind? 3 - I have some IRS debt. Should I prioritize my debt snowball or get after that ... Show More
44m 54s
Jul 2023
Ask HTM - Prepaid College Plans, Maturing Savings Bonds, & Settling the Roth vs Trad 401k Debate #694
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, w ... Show More
47m 13s
Jan 2022
Ask HTM - Acorns Accounts vs Student Loans, Investing For a Wedding, & Babies on the Cheap #466
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, w ... Show More
48m 37s
Jan 2022
Ask HTM - Investing 100% of Your Income, Pitfalls to Avoid when Switching Banks, & Self Employment Downsides #460
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
43m 51s
Mar 2023
394: Ask the Money Experts: Backdoor Roths, Bad Debt, & When to Fire Your Financial Advisor
Retirement investing, bad debt, backdoor Roth IRAs, bonds, and starting a business. If you’re just beginning your personal finance journey, this can all seem a bit complicated. Where do you invest first? What should you do with extra cash? And how do you know a financial fiduciar ... Show More
52m 58s
Oct 2020
Ask HTM – Investing During an Election, Buying a Home with an FHA Loan, & Paying for a Masters Degree #262
We’re kicking off the week by answering your questions! And if you have a question for us, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask/ , send us your voice memo!1 - Getting a 2% loan via M1 Borrow looks too good to pass up- what do you guys think?2 - Should I con ... Show More
37m 52s
Nov 2020
Ask HTM - Putting Down Less than 20 Percent on a Home, Swapping a Used Car for a Used Truck, and Investing Beyond a 401k #286
We’re kicking off the week by answering your questions! And if you have a question for us, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask/ , send us your voice memo!1 - Is it OK to put down less than 20% on a home if we can avoid PMI?2 - Where else should I invest if ... Show More
39m 8s
Apr 2024
Ask HTM - Investing Deadlines, Building Generational Wealth, & Coping With Financial Regrets #808
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 guid ... Show More
56m 36s
Dec 2020
Ask HTM - Payoff My Mortgage or Hold as Cash, Tapping a 401(k) to Pay Off a Credit Card, and MVNO's for Everyone to Save Money #298
We’re kicking off the week by answering your questions! And if you have a question for us, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask/ , send us your voice memo!1 - How can I get a conversation started with my girlfriend about personal finances?2 - Should I pay o ... Show More
41m 58s
Jul 2024
Ask HTM - Utilizing Roth Contributions in a Pinch, SAVE Plan for High Earners, & Buying a Home to Save Money #847
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 guid ... Show More
53m 59s