Money Guy Show

What happens when we react with Humphrey Yang to his appearance on Diary of a CEO? We dive into the truth about crypto hype, passive vs. active investing, housing myths, and the illusion of “passive income.” Join us for honest laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and real strategies that actually build wealth. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Your 30s are full of change (new jobs, family growth, and rising expenses) but they’re also packed with potential. We unpack the best financial strategies for navigating this “messy middle” decade, from investing wisely and building security to finding balance and avoiding regret. Learn how to grow your wealth, protect your future, and still live a fulfilling life along the way. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Great News: savings are at an all-time high! We dive into Vanguard's How America Saves 2025 report and reveal why more Americans than ever are contributing to their 401(k)s, increasing their deferrals, and choosing Roth options. You’ll learn what’s driving the shift, how small 1% increases can have massive long-term impact, and what this means for your own retirement journey. Stick around to the e...

Emily and Kenji grew up with very little and now (at 34 and 36) they’ve built a $2M net worth and a plan to be work-optional by 40. We pressure-test their CoastFIRE math, reveal why a $1M taxable bridge can still come up short, and show how solo 401(k)s, backdoor Roth conversions, and a small savings re-mix help them reach their goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financia...

Wealth isn’t just about money - it’s about time, freedom, and fulfillment. We walk you through what it really means to be wealthy in your 20s, 30s, 40s, and 50s. Learn how to build wealth, master your mindset, and create a life where you get to do what you want, when you want, with who you want. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

More than half a million new 401(k) millionaires were created this year...you can be next. We unpack why the 401(k) is still the #1 path to wealth, the psychology behind automatic investing, and how small, consistent steps can build seven-figure futures. Then we dive into Financial Mutant questions, from Roth IRAs to real estate, and shares behind-the-scenes stories from the studio. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Real money talk - student loans, $600 car payments, and the trap of “saving” without investing. We react to YouTube advice about how simple choices (Roth IRA, index funds, and automatic contributions) turn $10k into real progress, why “always be buying” beats timing the market, and how to build a wealth force field that buys time, options, and peace of mind. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey...

Don’t wait for New Year’s resolutions to take control of your money. We reveal 10 essential moves to make before 2025 ends - from maxing your employer match and crushing high-interest debt to unlocking tax-free growth and planning your abundance goals. Whether you’re optimizing your cash flow, reevaluating your net worth, or looking to reduce next year’s tax bill, this checklist will help you fini...

Humphrey Yang is an amazing personal finance creator with tens of millions of followers and he joins us for a Q&A livestream! We start by learning where Humphrey's money mindset stems from...you don't want to miss his father's story. Then we answer your financial questions with Humphrey on everything from investment allocation to over-saving in your 20s to loans from a family member. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

What does it really take to hit a million-dollar net worth by 30? We sit down with 22-year-old filmmaker Cyrus, who’s built an impressive foundation, but might be chasing the wrong goal (without health insurance). Together we unpack the numbers, the mindset, and the money habits that actually build long-term wealth without losing yourself in the hustle. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with o...

We break down exclusive data from 25,000+ of our listeners who shared their real financial lives - from income and net worth to mindset and money habits. Discover how Financial Mutants are outpacing the average American, avoiding debt, investing early, and building wealth with discipline and optimism. Thank YOU for filling out The 2025 Financial Mutant Survey - we already can't wait to see what 20...

No - it's not bad math. You might be closer to your goals than you think. We're using compound interest to blow your mind about your path to $1M (or any other target). Plus, we answer questions on emergency funds, Coast FI, sinking funds, and more. This special Fall Break edition of The Money Guy Show features Rebie in the big seat as co-host with Bo - don't worry, though, it is a Tumbler Day! Jum...

Not all financial advice online is created equal. We react to some of the internet’s worst money tips, from shady down payment tricks to risky ‘never sell’ borrowing strategies. Learn what NOT to do with your money and discover the smarter, safer path to building real wealth. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach yo...

Money in 2025 looks different than you think. We break down 10 shocking stats (from the rise of Buy Now, Pay Later debt to why the average first-time homebuyer is nearly 40). These numbers aren’t just surprising - they hold powerful lessons for your financial future. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals fas...

Student loans are reshaping education and your first decade of adulthood. We share how to lower the cost of a degree (scholarships, test prep, community college, in-state networking) and build a career-first plan that actually pays off. Stay for our Q&A on 20-3-8 Rule for multiple cars, how to build the right emergency fund, the right down payment for your second home, and so much more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

They didn’t start early, but they did start. In this candid conversation, we unpack how a couple in their 40s paid off debt, now saves ~30% (maxing 401(k)s, Roth IRAs, and brokerage), slashed college costs with dual enrollment, and is planning a values-first move to the Pacific Northwest. Real numbers, real trade-offs, and a roadmap you can copy. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE f...

Buying a home is not easy in 2025. We share practical tips to keep you grounded throughout the process. From building a dynamite team to guide you through the process to finding the right home for your future, we'll talk through everything you need to know for this massive financial decision. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The Federal Reserve just cut interest rates, but what does that really mean for you? We break down how the decision could impact investors, homebuyers, homeowners, and savers. From stock market behavior to mortgage rates and even whether gold deserves a spot in your portfolio, we’ll show you how to focus on what you can control and avoid costly knee-jerk reactions. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your jour...

That's right - we are BACK with another edition of Financial Advisors React! We're going to hear some interesting calls into Ramsey Studios - from outrageous debts to credit cards to investing. Not only will you hear our instant reactions, but you'll learn if we agree, disagree, or anything in between. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠...

Building wealth is simple when you know what to do - and when. We walk through the Financial Order of Operations, our nine-step, next-dollar plan that takes you from covering your highest deductible to capturing the employer match, killing high-interest debt, maximizing tax-free growth, and even deciding when to pay off low-interest debt. Follow the steps, bedazzle your basic life, and move confid...

Fidelity released their 24th annual Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate, which revealed that a 65-year-old retiring in 2025 can expect to spend an average of $172,500 in health care and medical expenses throughout retirement. We walk you through our thoughts on Fidelity's study and talk through how to financially plan for the retirement of your dreams. Then stick around as we answer your financial q...

At 27, Luke and Hannah are ahead of the curve with a $200K net worth. But after selling their first home and buying both a new house and a rental, reality hasn’t matched the passive-income brochure. We unpack their financial wins, their $100K windfall, the risks of carrying two mortgages, and how family planning fits into the picture. Learn what happens when financial goals collide with real life...

Debt isn’t always the enemy, but it is chainsaw-dangerous. We walk you from beginner to mastery with the exact guardrails for cars, college, and housing, how to move from budgeting to cash-flow freedom, and the investing system that compounds for decades. You’ll learn why 25% saving works, how target-date index funds keep it simple, and how to calculate your “number” for financial independence. ⁠⁠...

What is the biggest financial problem facing Americans today? While everyone has their opinions, we're covering the latest survey data from Gallup! From housing costs to inflation to low wages, see how these problems stack up to one another and our tips to combat each. After that, we answer your financial questions! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

We're back reacting to some of our FAVORITE financial advice on YouTube. From Erin Talks Money to Humphrey Yang to the Internet's favorite dog (?), we've got a wide range of content for you (and us) to enjoy. Don't miss our take on these popular videos! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals faster with our prod...