Talking Cents

We've gone over potential red flags in looking for an advisor. But what about red flags in your plan? Planning is our passion, so we've got a few things to look out for to help you determine if your plan is going to help you in your financial journey. What's the Plan? MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Many people don't account for inflation, a force outside of their control,  in planning for their financial future. And inflation can cause havoc on the unprepared. We're going a bit in the weeds on today's show to make sure you understand what inflation is and how you can combat it. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

When you leave school, the real world can hit you like a ton of bricks. And when you enter the workforce, we want you to have the tools you need to make your money work for you and not the other way around. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Financial differences can have a toxic effect on your marriage. We're here today to look at some ways to set your marriage up to win financially (and allow you more time to argue about where you're going to eat or what shows you're going to watch). MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Is your goal to be financially independent? Most people want to get there, but they just don't know how. Today we're looking at steps to get you in the right direction toward financial independence. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Are financial advisors just stockbrokers? Are they only for the ultra-wealthy? On today's show, we're debunking some common misconceptions about financial advisors and why you might need one. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

It's the spooky season here in the studio and today we're looking at horror films! We've got six films from which we're gleaning some financial advice…if you dare! MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

In a follow-up from episode 14, we're talking 10 ways in which you might be able to minimize or completely avoid student loan debt! Scholly Scholarships.com  MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Today we're talking side hustles - some of the challenges involved and keys to making the most out of the gig economy. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

We're approaching National Boss Day. So in today's episode, we've got four tips for you to reach your career goals like a boss! MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

We're here this week to help you in the decision-making process of buying a car. It can be stressful! And expensive. But we've got a few tips for you if you're interested in a new set of wheels. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

We all make mistakes and wish we could have done things differently. But on today's show, we want to give you some important tips so that you have no regrets when it comes to your finances! MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

There's a lot of financial information out there, but not all of it is good. And even if the information is good, is it good for YOU? In this episode, we're playing matchmaker to help you in your relationship with finances! MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Cryptocurrency has become a force to be reckoned with in the financial industry. But what is it? And is it really for you? We're your crypto-keepers on today's episode as we shine some light on this relatively new (and confusing) financial vehicle. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Credit is not king if you can save and pay cash, but in the event that you have to finance a purchase, your credit score is important! On this episode, we're giving you 7 tips on how to crack the code of building and maintaining good credit. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

What you really, really want! Many millennials' largest want is to be debt-free. And on today's episode, we're talking about how to handle the primary source of debt for many in this age group: student loans. Student Loan Resources National Student Loan Database Income-Driven Repayment Options MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Losing a loved one can be one of the hardest things in life. And thinking about it is never fun. In today's show, we're talking about how to protect your family with life insurance. And in doing so, help prepare you in advance so as not to add financial burden on top of grief. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide 

Bernie Madoff died earlier this year.  For those who don’t know him, he ran a Ponzi scheme that lasted four decades and robbed people of over $65 billion.  But, what’s to stop the next Bernie Madoff?  Today, we are going to talk about practical steps you can take to spot the red flags and protect yourself from being the next victim. MoneyWorks MoneyGuide

Fall Out Boy released this song in 2007, singing “Thanks for the memories even though they weren’t so great…” Our experiences and memories shape so much of our outlook, so let’s take a look back to look forward on this episode of Talking Cents.  MoneyWorks mymoney.works MoneyGuide getreadyforthefuture.com/moneyguide

Have you ever thought if only I had more time, I could get that done? Do you feel like you just don’t have time to make your financial independence a priority?  Today, we are going to talk about why you should make financial independence a priority, even when you ain’t got time for that.

Don’t worry, we aren’t spending our whole podcast comparing notes on who has the best vanilla latte. On this episode of the Talking Cents podcast, we’re talking about the basics of financial responsibility!

Whether you’re starting a completely new career or being promoted into a new role at the company you’ve been with for years, a new job often comes with a new set of financial opportunities. We’ve got what you need to know on today’s episode.

While we're not musicians, we ARE financial advisors. And we're talking today about ways to kick your money stresses to the curb.

When users on TikTok start throwing around financial advice, this is where we shout, "IMPOSTER!" On today's episode, we're throwing some of these claims straight out into the vacuum of space.

What's a bun without the burger? Investments are an important part of building wealth, but on today's show we're talking about how investments alone aren't enough for financial independence.