Money Guy Show

What's the best piece of money advice you've ever received? We believe that advice changes depending on which stage of life you're in, so we challenged ourselves to distill our best financial wisdom into three main ideas customized for each decade of life. Whether you're in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond, you'll walk away from this show with actionable advice you can apply to your financial pl...

Are BIG changes coming to income tax rates, capital gains, and retirement accounts? Let's talk through the proposed tax legislation and how it could affect your personal finances. We'll break down what you need to know and what you need to do to prepare. After that, we'll answer your financial questions live from the chat! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign...

Let's talk about future-proofing your retirement plan - what if you hit a year like 2008? What's the best way to plan for the good and bad years of retirement? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our Financial Order of Operations course Let’s make sure you’re on the path to financi...

Why does starting a small business sound so "sexy" by today's standards? Social media and self-help empires make taking the leap and being your own boss sound wildly appealing, but is it really worth the risk? Let's break down lots of financial statistics about business owners, along with our best advice as small business owners ourselves. You'll leave feeling equipped to know the pros from the co...

How should you approach helping your family members when it comes to money? When it comes to things like college planning for your kids or loaning money to family members, how should you handle money with family? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our Financial Order of Operations...

It can be hard work to build up a 3-6 month emergency fund - so when should you actually use it? We'll walk you through that question and more in today's Q&A episode! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our Financial Order of Operations course Let’s make sure you’re on the path to financial success - then help you stay there! The Money Guy Show takes t...

For most people, your 401(k) is the single largest account that exists in your portfolio, so you better know what it is and how it works. Here's some of our best advice on how to maximize your 401(k) all in one video! 00:19 - Do 401(k)s Still Make Sense for Savers?08:20 - Where Did 401(k)s Come From?12:34 - How Do 401(k)s Work?14:20 - Roth vs Traditional: What’s Best For You?31:38 - Secret 401(k)...

Over 60% of Americans can't come up with $1,000 to cover an emergency. Where are we going wrong? And how can you make sure you're NOT part of that statistic? Here's how you can stay on the right track and build wealth that lasts! After that, we'll be answering your financial questions! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our Financial Order of Operatio...

You've got a house that you can either sell or keep to use as a rental property - what should you do? And what exactly is the 3 Bucket Strategy? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our Financial Order of Operations course Let’s make sure you’re on the path to financial success - th...

40% of Americans are planning to leave their jobs this year. So, where are they going? While a host of reasons has pushed many to make a career change, virtual work brought on by the pandemic has become a way of life for a some of this 40% - and they don't want to go back to the office. If you're considering remote work, this episode is for you. We share statistics on both the highest paying and t...

If job interviews make you feel anxious for the unknown or depressed by ghosts of interviews gone wrong, we want to help set your mind at ease. As a team who has been on the opposite side of the interviewing table a lot over the past few years, we're sharing everything we've noticed about what makes an interview go well and what makes a candidate stand out from the crowd. We'll share some of our b...

If you or your spouse go back to the workforce, what should you do with that extra household income? And what should you do with an old 401(k) from a previous employer? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Subscribe on YouTube! Download FREE Financial Resources from the show Sign up for our Financial Order of Operations course Let’s make sure you’re on the path t...

Investing in yourself through education is often quoted as "one of the best investments you can make"... but is it true? Let's examine the current system along with education of all types to help you assess which type is worth it for YOU and which is not. The love of learning is powerful. We want to help you harness it and turn it into both fulfillment and an awesome army of dollar bills! For more...

What financial books and tools do we recommend? Other than our Financial Order of Operations course, of course! And how does having a military pension fit in with your financial planning? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's the best way to make a big career change in your 30s? And is it ever okay to pay more than 25% of your gross income for your house? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it a bad idea to buy or finance a new car? And do rich people have access to better investments than the average person? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your 30s is an exciting decade full of potential for career advancement, financial strategy, big life moments, and lots of memories. But...It's also known as the decade that demands more from your wallet than ever before. So, how can you prepare to navigate your 30s like a pro - both financially and personally? Bo shares his best advice and a financial spot check to help you stay on track. Learn m...

We get asked all the time - when should you prioritize paying off your student loans? And if you're investing 25%, is it okay to buy something like a Rolex? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The American life is different. But is The American Dream no longer possible? With advances in technology, a more globalized and digital world, and a pandemic in 2020 that created a seismic shift in what is now considered "normal", it makes sense to revisit whether or not The American Dream still exists, and, if it doesn't, what happened to it? How can Americans find success today? For more inform...

It's easy to believe that wealthy people don't pay taxes. In fact, an entire article about this subject was published on Pro Publica recently. Let's talk about what the article got right, what it got wrong, and hopefully, give you a little bit of a better understanding of our country's current tax rules. Then, we'll answer your financial questions from the chat! Learn more about your ad choices. V...

If you have money saved in a taxable account, do you really need a 3-6 month emergency fund? And how do you start investing for your kids? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the top money problem you face? Whether it's a practical financial issue or an unhealthy mindset, this episode will put you back on track. We did some research and polled our YouTube audience, now we're telling you how to solve the top 5 most common money problems. For more information, visit: https://www.moneyguy.com/2021/08/5-best-solutions-to-the-top-5-money-problems/ Learn more about y...

How do you know if you should leave a company to start your own business, and what should that process look like? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're maxing out your retirement accounts, what should you do next? And what's the best way to do a backdoor Roth IRA? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're able to save more than 25% of your income for retirement, should you? Or should you stop saving once you reach 25%? And how does having a pension affect your savings rate? We'll walk you through these questions and more in today's Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices