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What will a fabulous retirement cost me? Many of us fear retirement because we don’t know what it’ll cost us. Let’s discuss how much you need to retire fabulously these days. In this episode, John and David break down what it will take for them to fund a basic, happy and fabulous retirement. For the resources and to connect with our guests, get the show notes at: https://queermoneypodcast.com/subs...

What are ABLE accounts and how can they help disabled folks save money? On episode 548 of the Queer Money Podcast, hosts John and David welcome back Brynn Conroy, founder of Femme Frugality and Disability Finance. They discuss the challenges Americans face in qualifying for social security disability benefits and how the system often forces poverty. Conroy delves into the details of ABLE accounts,...

What do you want your fabulous retirement to look like? The reality is that each of us has a different picture in mind when we think about what a fabulous retirement looks like. For that reason cookie-cutter retirement plans that may or may not work for our straight friends probably will not work for us. So how do you know what will work for you? Today we introduce step 1 in the retirement plannin...

How will you fund your fabulous retirement? In this episode of Queer Money, David and John address the tough reality that many LGBTQ+ individuals feel uncertain about their retirement preparedness. They discuss the concerning statistics of 64% of LGBTQ+ individuals not being on track or unsure about their retirement plans. So they’ve outlined 12 potential income sources to help secure a comfortabl...

Why can't gays save for retirement? Last week we dug into 3 systemic reasons that many gays are not able to save for retirement. This week we share 3 more reasons, but these are a bit closer to home and are affected by our own decisions. Let us know if you feel any of these are things you too have struggled with like we did early on in our retirement saving journey. Follow us: Queer Money Instagra...

Can you be out at work and be successful? In this episode of Queer Money, David and John are joined by LinkedIn's career expert Andrew McCaskill. The discussion centers around a recent Forbes report stating that 60% of U.S. workers hide their true selves at work, and a LinkedIn survey revealing only 35% of queer professionals feel safe being out at work. McCaskill provides insights into the comple...

Why can't gays seem to save for retirement? You’re not imagining it. Forces are working against your best interest. This is Queer Money episode 543 and today we're kicking off part 1 of a 2 parter addressing some reasons why gays can’t save for retirement. Follow us: Queer Money Instagram Queer Money YouTube Queer Money on Tiktok Download your FREE Queer Money Kickstarter a 9-step Guide to Kicksta...

How does having HIV or AIDS impact your finances? In this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, hosts David and John explore the financial impact of living with HIV with Dr. Lorraine Dean, an associate professor of epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Dean shares findings from her studies, highlighting the economic challenges faced by those diagnosed with HIV, such as additional healthcare...

How we started to win at retirement. Less than 20 years ago, we had a negative net worth because of our $51k in credit card debt. Today, we have over $1MM in retirement savings. How did we make that transformation? This is Queer Money episode #541, and today we’re sharing how we went from buried in debt and living in a basement apartment to serial entrepreneurs w/a $1.3MM net worth for our “How Ga...

Understanding the Benefits of HSAs for Healthcare Savings In episode 540 of the Queer Money Podcast, David and John discuss how Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) can help save money on healthcare costs. They provide a detailed explanation of what HSAs are, their benefits, and how they can reduce healthcare costs. Key topics include the tax advantages of HSAs, portability of accounts, who qualifies fo...

Are Gays Losing at Retirement? Data suggests that the LGBTQ+ community is falling further and further behind the general population when it comes to retirement planning and saving for the future, yet as a community, we are seeing more of us close the wage gap. What can we do to better prepare for and win at retirement? This is Queer Money episode 539 and this week we are kicking off a new series f...

What is financial fawning and why do I need to be cautious about it? In this episode of the Queer Money ® Podcast, David and John share a personal story of feeling compelled to make a significant donation despite financial constraints. The story leads the two into an interview with writer and personal finance educator Jackie Lam, who discusses the challenges of balancing financial expectations, an...

Diversity is the spice of life and makes our cities better! But what are the best cities that are both diverse when it comes to race, age, income and levels of education? This is Queer Money episode 537, and today we're breaking the top 7 most diverse cities for queer folks. Get the dynamic list of Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities in the U.S. here.   Watch this week's episode on Youtube Watc...

Want to make even more out of your MBA? In this episode of Queer Money, David and John welcome Aidan Currie, Executive Director of Reaching Out MBA (ROMBA), to discuss how their organization supports LGBTQ+ MBA students and professionals. Reaching Out MBA is dedicated to empowering LGBTQ+ individuals through networking opportunities, such as their annual ROMBA conference, which boasts a high succe...

Are you a queer young professional looking for a great city for your career and lifestyle? Want your career to take off? Want to be in a city that both has it for your career and has if for your community? This is Queer Money episode 535, and today we're breaking the top 7 best places for young LGBTQ+ professionals. Get the dynamic list of Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities in the U.S. here.  ...

How do you turn your passion into a million dollar brand? In this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, David and John talk with Charisse and Vicky Pasches, founders of the all gender fashion brand Dapper Boi. The guests share their journey from identifying a problem in finding fitting and inclusive clothing to creating their own solution with an all-gender, size-inclusive fashion line. Highlighting...

What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities for renters? More and more of us are living a mobile life. We want the flexibility to live and work in places that make us happy and can help our careers. For many this means having very few attachements like a mortgage and a house. If you're living a mobile and flexible lifestyle, but also want to watch your budget to save for things like travel...

Can the government really affect prices on everyday products we buy? In this episode of Queer Money, we talk with Heather Boushey, one of three members of President Biden's Council of Economic Advisors and Chief Economist for the Investing in America Cabinet. This episode focused on the state of the economy and how the Biden administration plans to tackle rising costs across the board for all Amer...

What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities for new home buyers? If you're a queer person looking to buy a home, you're probably in the same boat as many other Americans in that the cost of homes has skyrocketed past what many of us can afford. So are there any cities that are both LGBTQ+ friendly and have home prices within reach for the average income earner? This is Queer Money episode...

When should you start saving for retirement? On this episode of the Queer Money Podcast, we talk with Michael Kim who shares his story of planning for retirement early so he can reach his goal of retiring by age 55. This episode touches on the importance of self-reflection to determine what you want and how you can use that knowledge to help plan for your retirement. Michael's motivation for early...

What are the best countries for LGBTQ+ folks? We've received a lot of feedback on our Affordable LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities series. One of the most common requests is for us to look at cities outside the United States. So, we're going to kick that part of the series off with taking a look at the best countries for LGBTQ+ folks based on acceptance and legal protections. This is Queer Money episode 529,...

What is the current economic state of the transgender community? First and foremost, transgender individuals are concerned for their safety. And sometimes finances take a back seat to survival. But being fiscally secure affords you the opportunity to protect yourself and your community. So, what is the economic state of the trans community? What can transgender individuals do to earn more—without...

What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly college towns? When we talk about affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities across the U.S., we often highlight many larger cities, but we don't talk much about college towns and one of you requested a list of these places. Since many college towns are small towns and cities there generally isn't much data on LGBTQ+ friendliness of these locations. So we did a...

What are the best retirement side gigs? Spending our days on the links or knocking back a few electric lemonades on the front porch is not the retirement reality for a lot of LGBTQ+ Americans. With the growing retirement crisis hurting marginalized communities more, many must still work in retirement.  So, what can you do if this applies to you?  On this episode of Queer Money ®, we’re s...

What are the most affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities in the Sunbelt? When we talk about affordable LGBTQ+-friendly cities across the U.S., we often highlight many cities in the Midwest or East. This is often because these cities are not currently seeing as much population growth as many cities in the Sunbelt or on the coasts. Many of you have said that you'd like to see a list of cities in warmer c...