FYI FLI - For Your Information Financial Literacy & Investing

Catch your favorite independent artist or producer on FYI FLI’s new segment called, Music Mondays! Our third talented musician will be Charlotte’s very own, a true artist, Dj, and entrepreneur: Joseph Isaiah AKA Dj Suede Remy G. and I chop it up with CEOJoseph about: • His rap career and how he hopes to inspire his listeners. • Key advice for ANY artist, creative, or entrepreneur • Ways to make mu...

"Clarity Brings Comfort" ~ Melissa Leong On this FinLit Friday, FYI FLI goes way up north to Canada with Melissa Leong, the money expert on the number 1 talk show in Canada: The Social, Author of the Happy Go Money book, and International Speaker! In this episode, Melissa and I talk about: - The benefits of being financially lit! - The uncapped earning potential for an entrepreneur. - The FIRST st...

Looking for a new side hustle or business to bring in some additional income?! Well, look no further!  In episode 4 of season 3, we have the pleasure of speaking with 6-figure vending machine entrepreneur and expert, Crissy Tutors of The Vending Factory.  With inflation on the rise ~ we must find new and creative ways to increase our income, while decreasing our expenses as much as possi...

Catch your favorite independent artist or producer on FYI FLI's new segment called, Music Mondays! Our second talented musician will be your FAVORITE sensual and spiritual rap goddess: DeeVine  Hassan Thomas and Remy G. chop it up with DeeVine about: • Her rap career and the community she has built • Exploring different avenues to unlock your passion • Proper ways to manage your money as an u...

"If you fail at doing what you want to do, you didn't fail...What really happened is - you chipped out one more thing, that's not for you. At this point, you have a clear direction."  ~ Darryl Reynolds  In this episode, Hassan chops it up with 2016 NCAA National champion, Ted Talker, and Director: Darryl "Rey" Reynolds   Hassan and Rey talk about: - The importance of having dir...

"There is only one unifying fact when grouping up every career in this world - everyone receives a paycheck!" [This is why financial literacy is needed for all ages!]  ~ Jed Collins  In this episode, Hassan chops it up with former NFL Fullback, Financial Educator, and Author: Jedidiah Collins! Hassan and Jed talk about: • The accounts needed to build a solid financial foundation • How th...

FYI FLI is in the "Edutainment" business! New for Season 3, FYI FLI The Podcast will be interviewing independent artists and producers on our new segment called, Music Mondays! Our first talented musician will be Mr. Jack of All Trades, Ohio’s very own: Ceasar Kiveli  Hassan Thomas and Remy G. chop it up with Ceasar about his rap career, the different ways an artist can make money, and some e...

FYI FLI The Podcast is back and kicking off Season 3 with none other than the beautiful, talented and very funny Comedian/Actress: Cocoa Brown! In this episode, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. chop it up with Cocoa about confidently commanding your environment, money experiences when it comes to dating and relationships, and the MUST-HAVE financial accounts to open when getting started on your journey!...

FYI FLI is back for a whole new season of Fin Lit, entrepreneurial, and entertaining conversations! In this intro episode, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. chop it up with Houston’s very own, podcaster, rapper, and financial literacy enthusiast, Corey Paul! Their discussion highlights fundamental steps to financial freedom, good VS bad credit, and the relatability between books and music!  If you ar...

FYI FLI has teamed up with Law Of Athlete to bring you a panel discussion on the impact athletes and influencers have on our youth and who better to speak on the topic than athletes, influencers, and entrepreneurs. Check out the panel: Deonte Holden - CEO of Law Of Athlete Destane Freeman - Hair Stylist & Model William Sweet III - NFL Vet & CEO of Sweet Ventures Brittany Greene - 5x Author...

“If you want to change the caliber of your future — you have to change the caliber of your decisions today.” ~Anthony ONeal No matter your age, background, or ethnicity — the truth remains the same ….. if you want change in your life — you must make a change! In this episode, Hassan interviews national best-selling author, podcaster, and financial guru, Anthony O’Neal. They discuss some of the big...

Do you know the difference between investing and trading? Did you know that over 40% of traders are not profitable in the stock market? In this Episode, Hassan Thomas and 14-Year-Old, Investor, Trader, and Author: Truth Jones chop it up about the main differences between investing and trading, some different strategies/approaches for the two, and also touch on how a run in with bullies at school h...

“Look at money as a resource that helps you accomplish the things you want to in life.”  ~SavvyGirlMoney In this episode, we dive into the impact of not being taught proper money management skills, different ways you can make your money work for you, and much more! Hassan Thomas and Remy G. also give you the three (3) must have financial accounts to grow your money! If you would like to hear...

“80% of professionals believe that career success can be elevated through professional networking.” Networking is one of the most underutilized and undervalued skills in the workplace, business, and life in general! In this episode, Super Bowl 46 Champion, Selvish Capers, discusses his time in the league, how an older teammate helped change his spending habits as a rookie, the current state of fin...

Ownership? We talking about ownership?! In this episode, Hassan speaks with Houston native, rapper, father, and the co-host of the Literacy Kings Podcast, Corey Paul (CP). They chop it up about some of the biggest lessons CP learned while pursuing his music career compared to podcasting, how reading changed his life, and proper money management whether you are an athlete, entertainer, or employee!...

Everyone can’t be the next Lebron James or Lamar Jackson, but everyone can become a millionaire through early investing and compounding interest! In this episode, we dive into a wide variety of investment vehicles that are NEEDED on our ROAD to RICHES including: 401ks, IRA’s, Brokerage Accounts, High Yield Saving Accounts, and much more! Also, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. will be lacing you up on the...

Check out this genuine conversation between Hassan and his previous guest Brandon Anthony Clark, as the two chop it up about breaking out your comfort zone, Brandon’s top lessons for the younger generation, and the power of believing in yourself! Also be sure to tune in to our previous episode “Cash Money Insurance” — Where we talked about how the rich use cash value life insurance as a means to g...

Did you know that some life insurance come with cash value saving accounts? Did you know that in these accounts you can grow your money at a guaranteed minimum of 4%? Well, we didn’t either! In this episode, we will be chopping it up about why and how the rich use whole life insurance as a means to grow and shield their money from taxes and inflation, CASH value savings accounts, and much much mor...

The FYI FLI Folks asked for a show on the basics of buying their first car, so Hassan and Remy delivered! In this episode, they chop it up with co-host of the top-ranked Money Monopolizers Podcast and serial entrepreneur, Marlon “Deuce” Walls. Deuce, Remy, and Hassan will discuss the most important things people need to know before buying their first vehicle, questions to ask the dealer, and much...

Due to the amount of questions and feedback we had for last week’s guests, Amir and Amara  —  we decided to bring our guys back for a part 2! In the 2nd interview, we discuss how much money is needed to start investing vs how much money is needed to start trading, different investing and trading strategies, dividend stocks, and much more! — Lock in with part 2 of FYI FLI AND MMI and LETS...

“If we can teach kids how to do the square root of 64 — we can teach kids how to make and manage money for themselves.” This quote by Amir Mujahid — one half of the Money Making Individuals really sums up this episode. Today, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. give you the basics on options trading and lace you up on the difference between investing and trading! Stay tuned for Hassan’s interview with Amir...

In this episode, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. will be giving you a 101 on Forex and Cryptocurrency — which is the future of currency! Then, lock-in as Hassan Thomas and the owner of SimplyFX, Tamia BJ, will be taking a deep dive into the Forex and Crypto markets and also chopping it up about the hottest topics in each market! It’s time we educate ourselves on these NEW PLAYS because DIGITAL MONEY is...

Everyone wants to be an entrepreneur, but is it really cut out for EVERYONE? In this episode, Hassan and Remy G. give you practical steps to running up a million dollars as an employee through different tactics and investing vehicles! But, stay locked-in as Hassan Thomas and his guest, Joey Price founder of JumpStartHR, chop it up about what is HR, the importance of HR in a business organization,...

In this episode, Hassan sits down with entertainer, entrepreneur, and owner of Good Credit Now 101, Mac Derro. They chop it up about the importance of credit, how to build and maintain your credit, and also how to handle your finances while being in the entertainment industry Also, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. give you the five factors that make up your credit score and some critical consequences of...

Real Estate? Easy? Usually two words you’d never hear, but in this episode you will learn about the EASIEST way to become a Real Estate Investor — REITS. Hassan Thomas and special guest, Andre Albritton of The Millennials Next Door,  also discuss the process of buying your first home and ways to build generational wealth in the stock market! Also, Hassan Thomas and Remy G. chop it up about th...