Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families

Ready to make an impact on the world? Our guest Derrick Kinney says it's time to make more money! In today's episode, Derrick Kinney, Author of the Good Money Revolution, states his case for how we can make more money to do more good. In the spirit of doing more good, it's Big Tip Tuesday time! I share the details of what Big Tip Tuesday is and how you can join us in beating our goal this year! RE...

After becoming completely debt free (including our house) and hitting Coast FIRE, we now have the option of working part-time! I share the steps we took to afford to work part-time so you can get there too.  Also, Vance Roush from Overflow joins us to talk about why giving stock may be better than giving cash this holiday season. And last but not least, Zoey is back for another Money Quiz. We're t...

Have you heard about the life-changing benefits of a Roth IRA for Kids? Dee from Kids Money Academy shares why a Roth IRA for Kids is so great and how to hire your kids in your business. Also, Crystina Cardozo from New Jersey shares how she became a half-millionaire by age 34!  RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Website: Kumiko Love - The Budget M...

Have you heard about the life-changing benefits of a Roth IRA for Kids? Dee from Kids Money Academy shares why a Roth IRA for Kids is so great and how to hire your kids in your business. Also, Crystina Cardozo from New Jersey shares how she became a half-millionaire by age 34!  RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Kids Money Academy (Dee's Resources...

It's the question a lot of us are asking right now ... Are we in a recession or not? Megan Rabuse, aka the Family Finance Mom, joins me to answer this question and share what we can do to become recession-proof.  Also, Chris Luger from Minnesota shares how becoming mortgage free has allowed him to push toward becoming a millionaire!  Last but not least, my son Calvin is here to share another Good...

We all want to live without regrets. But what does that really mean nowadays? Author and Hospice Doctor, Jordan Grumet, discusses this question and how we can all strive to live a regret-free life. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Jordan Grumet (Website)   Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor's Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Li...

Nicole and I had a huge money fight a few years ago. Eventually, it led to marriage counseling. Here are the 5 reasons why I'm glad we went and how it helped our money fights.  Also, we're sharing our Best Budget Apps for Families for our fintech spotlight segment. Download one of these apps to get control of your family money! Last but not least, my daughter Zoey joins me for another "Money Quiz"...

Are you a fan of the FIRE Movement, but find it to be unrealistic for your lifestyle? Well, FU Money might be more your flavor.  In this episode, we review what FU Money is and how it can help you leave that job you don't like and transition into a life you enjoy. Also, we chat with AJ Thompson from Tennessee about how he and his wife Tabitha invested over $400k in their early 30s -- now they have...

Feeling overworked and overstressed? According to our guest, Celeste Headlee, it may be time for you to do nothing. As parents, we can definitely overdo it. Statistically, this overworked lifestyle can shorten our lives.  Celeste Headlee shows us how to fight back.  RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking,...

After 10 years of working together, my wife and I became a millionaire family! Here are the 6 lessons I learned after hitting this millionaire milestone.  Also, Arrived Homes CEO Ryan Frazier joins us to talk about how their platform helps busy parents invest in real estate without the headaches of being a landlord.  And last but not least, my daughter Zoey is back for another Money Quiz! We're ta...

Index funds! You've heard of them, but why does everyone seem to think they are the best investment? In this BEST OF MKM episode from 2020 and 2021, we're learning the "why" behind index funds with Paula Pant and Jeremy Schneider. We've put these two dynamic financial experts together in one episode to help you understand what an index fund is and how it will make you a millionaire.  RESOURCES **S...

John from ESI Money shares how we can earn, save and invest our way to financial independence and multi-millionaire status. In this BEST OF MKM episode from 2018, John discusses the benefits of real estate investing, how our careers can fuel our FIRE path and how to help our children build generational wealth as well.   RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/s...

Jean Chatzky and Kathryn Tuggle, hosts of the Her Money Podcast, share some important money advice for college graduates. As these young adults step out into the "real world", managing money and their careers successfully early may just be the key to financial success. Also, we hear from Q from Chicago who paid off $30,000 of debt and is now set on building generational wealth for his young daught...

When we're feeling comfortable with our financial situation, our minds start to turn to our children. How can we save and invest for our kid's future? In this episode, I share how we're building generational wealth for our kids (and how that wealth doesn't just include money).  RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Train Rescue Story (The Good Word)...

Recently the Mega Millions jackpot reached $1.2 billion!  Andy decided to buy a ticket for fun. Nicole thought it was a horrible idea.  In this Bread & Wine episode, they debate about if people should play the lottery or not. Also, Nicole shares how winning the lottery would absolutely ruin their family.  BREAD & WINE RESOURCES 9 Perfect Strangers (Book mentioned during the episode) Buy Us a Cheap...

Kiersten and Julien Saunders, authors of "Cashing Out", argue the case for the 15-year career. We also discuss how people can pursue FIRE (financial independence / retire early) and live a life of purpose.  RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Rich and Regular Cashing Out (Book) GUEST BIO - Kiersten and Julien Saunders: Julien and Kiersten are autho...

Electric cars are all the buzz lately! Our family is considering getting one, but is it worth it? I share the different options we’re considering when it comes to buying an electric car or not.     Also, I answer a question about paying cash for a house vs. getting a mortgage. Since both options have their fair share of pros and cons, I take some time to look at both sides.  Last but not least, Zo...

Marriage is hard! Not only does the relationship take work, but maintaining a household does too. Nicole and Andy tackled two listener questions about how they make their marriage work and how they divide up household duties.  This episode definitely showcases the importance of marriage as a verb, not a noun.  BREAD & WINE RESOURCES Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout duri...

Nick Maggiulli, author of "Just Keep Buying", shares what you can do after maxing out your Roth IRA.  We also discuss the importance of understanding when a 401k plan at work is worth it or not.    Also, David Freed from Minnesota shares how he and his wife achieved Coast FIRE at 30 years old with $500,000 invested! RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/spons...

We can spend our money on experiences and things. What's better? Nicole and Andy take the gloves off and go at it in this experiences vs. things debate. Which side are you on #TeamExperience or #TeamThings? BREAD & WINE RESOURCES Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the support! MKM RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekid...

Real estate has proven to be an excellent place to invest your money.  But where should you start in this competitive market? Rentals? Airbnbs? Sam Dogen, also known as the Financial Samurai, joins us to share his thoughts! Sam retired from his corporate career about 10 years ago. Real estate (among many other avenues) was a huge part of his financial independence success.  Also, Amy Greene from N...

Money can allow us to have our most basic needs met and buy more time freedom to enjoy more life today.  But can we become too distracted by money? Can the pursuit of more money and wealth distract us from a life of meaning today? Joshua Becker, Author of Things That Matter, joins us to discuss how we can overcome the distraction of money. He shares how he’s moved toward a life that matters and ho...

Recessions, bankruptcies, and poverty are difficult realities for people on their financial journeys.  Patrick Aime experienced all of these and still found his way to becoming a financially independent millionaire In this BEST OF MKM episode from 2020, listen to how Patrick overcame these adversities, learned import RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/spon...

Boomerang kids are a group of adult children who move back in with their parents after going out into the world.  John, a concerned parent of a teen, wants to make sure his daughter doesn’t do this!  Author Bobbi Rebell joins me to share how we can get adult children to launch (and stay launched).  Also, in our Internet Money segment, Tiffani Higgins shares how she created a 6-figure at-home part-...

Andy met an engaged couple last night ... they asked "With all the complaining parents do about their kids, is parenting worth it?" After 10 years of being parents, Nicole and Andy dive into the topic.  Would they do it all over again? Was becoming a parent at 30 years old worth it? Sit back, grab your favorite drink, and ponder with them, parents! BREAD & WINE RESOURCES Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of W...