Aligned Money Show

Anxiety is a natural human response to stress and uncertainty, and anxiety about money is one of the most common forms.  George G talks about how to overcome financial anxiety by sharing some strategies for increasing your know-how and talks about the key areas of personal finance to become proficient in! Get your copy of Your Money Story here: https://amzn.to/4kGK03r   Want to talk with a profess...

Successfully navigating the world of personal finance and arriving at your desired level of success is a difficult thing. You’ve got to balance today’s desires with tomorrow’s needs, all while ensuring you’ve got all the information you need to make good decisions.  George G talks about how to know what you need, how to get what you need, all while enjoying your life in the mean time.  Get your co...

What’s the most valuable form of currency? Is it cash, gold, or crypto? What about your ability to earn an income, and to participate in the economy?  George G talks about why your ability to earn a living is your most valuable form of currency, the two fundamental habits to focus on, and how you can increase your value! Get your copy of Your Money Story here: https://amzn.to/4kGK03r   Want to tal...

What’s the secret to financial success? Is it investing in a certain way or vehicle? Is it mindset and or behavior? Or is it something else?   George G talks about the most overlooked and obvious things you can start doing immediately to find your desired level of financial success, and a 6-step process for making it happen! Get your copy of Your Money Story here: https://amzn.to/4kGK03r   Want to...

Is it possible to profit from a market crash? How do the best investors think about and respond when the market goes down? What should you be doing to position yourself for success?  George G talks about the important things to consider, what you can start doing right now to capitalize, and how to position yourself for success the next time the market crashes.  Want to talk with a professional abo...

We focused on the future of retirement plan advisors, the challenges and opportunities of bringing more women into the industry, why it’s a great and challenging opportunity, and how to make personal finance more approachable, with Jania Stout, Retirement Plan Advisor and President of Prime Capital Financial.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how to brighten anyone’s day in an authen...

Should you make a down payment on your next house? If yes, how much? If no, why not? Is making a down payment in your best interest, or the banks? Is there a better use of your money?  George G talks about the history of down payments, the current state of home ownership in America, and why he thinks a smaller down payment could be a wise decision.  Want to talk with a professional about what make...

We focused on what it means to be fully invested, the challenges of dealing with a never-ending amount of new information, how to stay on top of our tech, how to create an investment thesis and stick to it, and the dangers of of confirmation bias, with Dann Ryan, Managing Partner of Sincerus Advisory.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how to manage the technology in your life, regard...

Do you have job security? Is your job safe? How will you be affected by AI and changing technology? More importantly, how can you position yourself for success regardless of what the future holds?  George G talks about the importance of walk away money, and how to get it! Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow   Lear...

What’s the best way to invest? Is it stocks, bonds, real estate, crypto, commodities, small businesses, or in yourself? What would you do if $25,000 fell into your lap?  George G talks about the value and importance of knowing your preferences, and positioning yourself for success with investing! Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.co...

Could money be the root of all evil? Sure, the love of money is a really terrible thing, but let’s not let money off the hook so easily.  George G talks about the throughlines between the Savings and Loan crisis, the Great Recession, and what’s currently being uncovered by the DOGE! Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoney...

We focused on finding and keeping health and wealth, why the benefits of exercise stretch well beyond the physical, what it means to be wealthy, the necessity of being a good steward of both your attention and intention, and why longevity is one of our greatest assets, with Jon Sabes, entrepreneur, advisor, athlete, and author.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how to follow the wisd...

This, financial success, is for you. Getting what you want with money has requirements. You need the right mindset, the right routines and habits, and then there’s the execution and monitoring. George G talks about what’s needed, and what you can start doing right now.  Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review: https://ratethispodcast.com/alignedmoneyshow   Learn...

Are you going to be ok with money? Will you be able to retire and have the lifestyle that you want? What if you come up short? What if things don’t go the way you want? While unpleasant, this stuff won’t take care of itself.    George G shares the step-by-step process for making sure you’re going to be ok financially! Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave a review: http...

On this show, we talked about the trends in student loans and overall education, what to consider if you’re thinking about attending college or grad school, and why paying off your loan may not be the best choice with Travis Hornsby, CFA, Founder and CEO of Student Loan Planner.  Listen to learn how you should be thinking about and managing your student loans during this time! For the Difference M...

Vanguard just announced major price cuts to many of their investments, which is good news for investors…but how much will it really move the needle, and is it a big deal? To be able to make up your own mind, it’s important to understand how basis points work, and how much they matter.    George G talks about how to ensure you know what you’re paying for, how much, and if you’re getting enough valu...

On this show, we talked about a new, flat fee approach, to asset management and how you can take advantage of it with Scott MacKillop, CEO of First Ascent Asset Management, JD, speaker and writer.  Listen to learn about an elegantly simple alternative to investment managment! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 18:49. You can learn more about Scott at FirstAscentAM.com , Twitter , Faceboo...

We focused on the value of growth while always asking “at what cost,” how to get ahead financially, what business owners can do to decrease costs while increasing revenue, why you need clean data to make sound decisions, and how to find financial peace of mind, with Nolan Bradbury, Principal with Bradfield Accounting.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on the importance of knowing your n...

On this show, we talked about being intentional with your philanthropic giving, identifying and crystalizing the communities with which you most identify with Phil Cubeta, CLU, CHFC, AEP, Masters in Financial Services and Chair in Philanthropy at the American College.  Listen to learn some practical tactics for helping your kids to become more generous and giving! For the Difference Making Tip, sc...

On this show, we talked about checkbook control retirement accounts, how they work, the IRS guidelines, what you can invest in and what to watch out for with Bernard Reisz, CPA, CPCU and Principal of Resure Financial Advisors and 401KCheckbook.com  Listen to learn the process for using your retirement account to invest in real estate and alternatives! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 1...

The DOGE is about to take a knife to the federal government. Could you benefit from a personal DOGE to cut some of your expenses? Throughout history, austerity measures have been used to reign in spending and get back into the black.   George G talks about how to reduce your overhead and get moving in the right financial direction! Did you get anything out of this episode? Do us a solid and leave...

We focused on the necessity and importance of making a plan, knowing and keeping your priorities, how to deal with FOMO, knowing what balance means to you, and how to get started, with Ramin Abrams, Financial Advisor with Concurrent Advisors.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how to avoid making emotional financial decisions! You can learn more about Ramin at ConcurrentNY.com , Insta...

We focused on all the president’s money, how anxiety over our finances is a universal experience, why it’s tougher to get ahead today than it’s ever been, the importance and usefulness of a budget, getting back to the American Dream, and how to get started, with Megan Gorman, Financial Advisor, Wealth Historian, and Author.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on why everyone at some time...

We focused on being happy with money, the problem and power of dopamine, focusing on internal desires versus external, the differences between data, knowledge, and wisdom, how to know what’s true about success, and how to get started, with Jonathan Blau, President and CEO of Fusion Family Wealth.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on how to find sustainable happiness! You can learn more...

We focused on life insurance settlements, what they are, how they work, who they’re for, how the process works, the opportunity that exists for investors, and how to get started, with Rob Haynie, Life Settlements Expert.       Listen to hear a difference-making tip on why risk is essential to get what you want! You can learn more about Rob at LISettlements.com , X , Facebook , YouTube , and Linked...