Popcorn Finance

“You should diversify your portfolio.” We’ve all probably heard this before. But what does this actually mean? Join me today as we discuss what diversification is and why it’s important. Check out the rest of the Investing 101 Series at  PopcornFinance.com/Investing101     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrea called in with a great question about whether or not she should pay off her credit cards if she received a large sum of money. popcornfinance.com/episode-022/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Equifax data hack has been all over the news & like many, I'm sure you were confused & concerned. In this episode you will learn the details that have been released & what actions you can take. Show Notes at popcornfinance.com/21 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm joined today by a special guest co-host, Rex Barrett, from The Maven's Top 3 Podcast. Rex is known for his top 3 lists & together we list the top 3 ways we spend our money just for fun. Show Notes at popcornfinance.com/20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I received a great call from Alfred as a follow up to episode 017. He wanted to know some creative ways to use bank accounts in his budgeting. Join me for the answer. Show Notes at popcornfinance.com/19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we discuss what a stock market index is, why it was created, and a few examples of the most popular stock market indices. Show Notes popcornfinance.com/18 Check out the rest of the Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Automation is an extremely powerful tool and something that can be used to simplify our financial lives. Join me this episode as we discuss some of the ways we can utilize automation in our finances. Show Notes at popcornfinance.com/17 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's a little extra credit for our Investing 101 Series. We covered Bonds in our last episode, but there were a few things that got left out. Take a moment to listen to this extra credit assignment. popcornfinance.com/16 Check out the rest of the Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interested in loaning your money out to a business or corporation? Learn the ins and outs of bonds in today's episode. popcornfinance.com/episode-015-investing-101-bonds/ Check out the rest of the Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stocks are one of the most well known investment vehicles, but, also one of the most misunderstood. Learn what a stock is, how it works, and what is your role as a shareholder. popcornfinance.com/episode-014-investing-101-stocks/ Check out the rest of the Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NBA can be a fun, but also expensive experience. I'm joined by Victor from The Rebound to discuss the ways we enjoy the NBA while still working with in our budgets. popcornfinance.com/episode-013-enjoying-nba-budget/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The importance of saving is never more evident than when a financial emergency hits. Today's episode is a short discussion on getting your savings in order. popcornfinance.com/episode-012-importance-saving/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a tendency to compare ourselves to others. When it comes to credit scores we are no different. But, there comes a time when those few extra points mean nothing more than bragging rights. popcornfinance.com/episode-011-credit-score-envy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does applying for a new credit card or loan affect your credit score? Learn the difference between a hard and soft credit Inquiry. popcornfinance.com/episode-010-hard…t-credit-inquiry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A call in sparked my journey to better understand the marijuana industry. With the help of my guest LJ, I learn about the current state of the marijuana industry. popcornfinance.com/episode-009-business-marijuana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn how to put an end to the constant credit card junk mail that we all receive far too often. popcornfinance.com/episode-007-credit-card-junk-mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me in part 2 of our discussion on the top myths surrounding your credit score. popcornfinance.com/006-credit-score-myths-part-2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's so much bad and just plain false information out there when it comes to your credit. Join me in part 1 of our discussion on the top myths surrounding your credit score. popcornfinance.com/005-credit-score-myths-part-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 4 of the Popcorn Finance Podcast I was honored to have Jamila from JourneytoLaunch.com and host of the Journey to Launch Podcast join the show to discuss her financial journey. I first came across Jamila and her story on Instagram when she shared that she, along with her husband, had saved over $85,000 in one year.  Once I heard this I knew that I had to ask her to be a guest.  Because...

Have you ever wondered what goes in to making that mysterious three digit Credit Score? Find out the 5 factors that go in to calculating your FICO Score here on Popcorn Finance. popcornfinance.com/episode-003-5-fico-score-factors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we will discuss the development of our credit system and what led to the creation of the FICO score. popcornfinance.com/episode-001-evol…on-credit-system Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices