Financially Intentional

Send us Fan Mail Today’s episode is really special because my dear friend Jackie Cummings Koski is here to chat. Jackie has been a huge supporter of mine and today she shares her journey in personal finance, including some big wins like becoming a Certified Financial Planner and her insights from her new book, "FIRE for Dummies." We’ll dive into how she’s made smart money moves, even whe...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I'm diving deep into what it means to be a union nurse in the San Francisco Bay Area and sharing some exciting news about a book giveaway. We recently negotiated a new contract that's more than just about pay—it's about safe patient care, decent living wages, and our health. I'll break down the benefits we secured and explain how our un...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we're excited to share a special episode with Anthony Delauney about a topic close to our hearts—children's financial literacy. Anthony, a veteran in the financial services industry, shares his personal journey and insights on teaching our little ones about money. Whether it's his touching stories of family or his practical tips for integrating money lessons...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I want to discuss the importance of annually reviewing your Social Security statements. Regular checks ensure our earnings are accurately recorded, which is crucial for predicting and securing our financial future upon retirement. By understanding how life events affect our benefits, we can make informed decisions that enhance our long-term financial security. Join me as we...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we have a special guest, Rachel Hernandez. Rachel, a seasoned investor and author, shares her comprehensive journey from starting as a bird dog, scouting real estate deals for others, to mastering the art of mobile home investments. She provides insightful strategies on how to achieve significant cash flow without traditional bank loans, and discusses the advantages of owne...

Send us Fan Mail Today,  I'm sharing how I handle my finances as a labor and delivery nurse in the San Francisco Bay Area. I'll walk you through my income details, my spending habits for March, and how I budget carefully in this high-cost living area. Discover how I manage daily expenses and save for big future goals, like helping my daughter save for her first car! Support the show ---...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we have a special guest, Gerry Born, also known as The Millionaire Educator. Gerry has taught me so much about managing money, especially how teachers can grow their savings. He's used some smart tricks to save a lot of money even though he started with a small salary as a teacher. Gerry will talk about how he paid off debts, saved money, and even took mini-retirements...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I’m going to talk about something really interesting—my paycheck! I recently shared how much money I make before and after taxes, and lots of people had big reactions. I want to show you how taxes work and explain why I don’t actually pay as much as it seems. I’ll share some funny comments from people who saw my post, and we'll look at my recent pay stubs together. It’...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we're diving into the world of real estate, but with a twist. We had the awesome opportunity to chat with Walter Johnson, a real estate expert who has found his niche in mobile home parks. Walter wasn't born into the real estate world. He stumbled upon it in his teens, thanks to a mentor, and took a leap by investing in his first property in Arizona. He saw the po...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I want to share something really special with you. I posted a story on Instagram and got so much love and support, it made me super happy. I talked about how sometimes I struggle with money, work, and being a mom to three awesome kids all by myself. I want to tell you that it’s okay not to be perfect and it’s important to share our real stories, not just t...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we're talking with my friend Chelsea Samms, who is a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse. This episode dives deep into a topic that's close to our hearts and impacts our communities greatly: the institutional racism within our healthcare system and its disproportionate effects on Black American families. We're tackling the tough reality of how systemic biases...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I'm super excited to share three awesome tips to help you grow your money without needing a financial advisor. First, if you've ever had a job with a retirement plan like a 401k, it's important to move your money with you when you leave. I'll show you a cool free service called Capitalize that makes it super easy. Next, we'll talk about checking you...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we're chatting with our guest Acquania Escarne why parents should consider getting life insurance for each other, even if they're not living together anymore. It's all about making sure that if anything ever happens to one parent, the kids will still have financial support to help them grow up and maybe even go to college. It's a way to...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, I want to share something really cool about owning homes. Did you know that in most places in the United States, women who are not married own more houses than men who are not married? That's right! Even though women usually earn less money than men, they are ahead when it comes to having their own house. We're going to talk about why this might...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we dive into how moms like us can manage our money better and teach our kiddos to be smart with their cash too. We chat with Tiffany Grant, who shares her awesome tips on budgeting, saving, and even how to make shopping fun while learning about money. We also explore how important it is for us parents to set good examples, so our kids grow up knowing how t...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we talk about something super cool and a bit unexpected. Imagine your kid starts making more money than you by streaming videos online. Pretty awesome, right? But it also makes you think a lot about money and family. We dive into how to talk about this with your kids, making sure they're smart with their money, and keeping your family happy and health...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we're chatting with our guest, Karina Daves, about something super important—how sometimes, in families, one person might earn more money than the other, and that's okay! We'll talk about my own experiences being the one who brings home the bacon, and why it's cool to talk openly about money with the people we love. We'll also hear from a super smar...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I want to talk about something that's been on my mind a lot. Did you know some families pay as much for childcare each month as they do for their house? That's right! For example, I pay $3,400 a month just so someone can take care of my kids while I work. That's the same as my house payment! It's crazy expensive, and it's not just me feeling this pi...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we've got a super exciting episode for you. We're chatting with Tyron Tyson, a nurse just like me, but he's also a whiz in the finance world. Tyron has been through a lot, from facing challenges in nursing to making big moves in building his own wealth. He's here to share his secrets with us so we can all grow our money without making the same mistakes h...

Send us Fan Mail Hey everyone, today, I'm going to share something really important with all of you. We're talking about emergency funds—money that you save just in case something unexpected happens, like losing your job or your car breaking down. I'll explain why it's a good idea to have this money saved and how it can stop you from worrying too much if something goes wrong. W...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we chat with Maya Corbic, CPA, who has written a book to help kids understand investing. We talk about why it's so important to start learning about money when you're young, just like learning how to ride a bike or swim. Maya shares some awesome tips on how we can make investing easy to understand, not just for kids but for their parents too. It's like unlock...

Send us Fan Mail Hey everyone, today I want to talk to you about buying a car in today's economy. Right now, buying a car can be really tough because the prices are super high and the interest rates are even higher! I remember when I bought my minivan; I ended up with an 8% interest rate, which is a lot. But don't worry, I have some tips to help you out in this episode. I'll even sh...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we have a super exciting chat with my buddy, Bradley Rice. We first met at CampFI, for people who love talking about money and how to make it work better for us. Bradley has done some amazing things since we met, especially with Salesforce, which is a tool that lots of companies use. He's here to share how anyone, no matter where they come from or what they know, can l...

Send us Fan Mail My daughter is turning 10 soon, and it got me thinking about birthday gifts. Not just any gifts, but special ones that can help her in the future. Instead of toys or clothes that she'll soon outgrow, I love the idea of giving her something that grows with her, like investments or savings for college. I've found some cool ways to do this, like setting up accounts where fr...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Aaron Thomas, famously known online as the Prenup Guy. Aaron, a Harvard Law graduate with over two decades of experience in family law, shares his journey from being a family law attorney to founding prenups.com. He dives deep into the world of prenuptial agreements, debunking common myths and highlighting their importance not...