So Money with Farnoosh Torabi

Julia Haart’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. Born into the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, her life was defined by strict rules and limited freedoms. For years, she lived under the weight of these restrictions until, at 42, she made the courageous decision to break free. Since then, Julia has transformed her life and become a powerful force in both the fashion and business worlds. As th...

In our final series installment, we discuss navigating your career and protecting your income when growing a family. Guest Lauren Smith Brody is the CEO and founder of The Fifth Trimester, an initiative focused on advancing gender equality in the workforce through caregiver support. She offers research and insights into the benefits of being transparent about your family's needs at work, innovativ...

Join Farnoosh's newsletter and receive a free copy of her Investing Blueprint. Download Farnoosh's Family Financial Planning Guide. Today's show: Navigating the 98 billion dollar baby industry. Guest Nicole Stanley, founder of Denver-based financial caching practice Arise Financial , gives tips on how to create a budget that reflects your values and priorities, smart ways to factor in childcare co...

A conversation with board-certified pediatrician and founder of PedsDocTalk, Dr. Mona Amin , on ways families can save on health care, doctor visits, and medical treatments, and smart ways to enlist financial guidance from our health care professionals. Download the free guide to Family Financial Planning here. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Early bird regist...

Today, we kick off a series of episodes on how to afford kids in America. Today's episode is a conversation with Brian Walsh, a certified financial professional and the Head of Advice & Planning at SoFi. We discuss practical and manageable ways to save and pay off debt to afford the costs of parenthood. Click here to download Farnoosh's free guide, which was created in partnership with SoFi. Learn...

This week on So Money: Creating a financial plan (for beginners), borrowing from your 401(k), selecting a balance transfer card and more. Download Farnoosh's FREE Financial Family Planning Guide here. Check out the new Farnoosh website and grab a free copy of her Investing Blueprint on the homepage. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Early bird registration is no...

Scott Trench, CEO of BiggerPockets , dives into the current real estate landscape—especially as interest rates come down. We explore how this shift impacts investors and what strategies can help you navigate today’s housing market. We also explore risks in the rental and Airbnb market. Plus, Scott shares the exciting news of BiggerPockets’ new partnership with The Chernin Group and what it means f...

As election season heats up, understanding the financial lives of our nation's leaders offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of wealth and power. Guest Megan Gorman, author of All the Presidents' Money , explains how the financial decisions of U.S. presidents shaped their policies and legacies. From Thomas Jefferson’s surprising debts to JFK’s complex wealth and the Clintons’ post-preside...

How does this week's interest rate cut impact our investments, debt and savings? Is it a bad idea to open a mortgage in your mid 40s and potentially carry the debt into retirement? Georgia Lee Hussey, financial advisor and founder of Modernist Financial joins with advice and surprising insights. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Early bird registration is now op...

A new study reveals that more people want to quit their jobs now than during the Great Resignation. Whether it’s to find better-paying work to address the rising cost of living, or simply to leave their company or industry and start fresh on a professional path they actually enjoy, the big question remains: Will they quit? Our guest today is helping people overcome that hurdle. Goli Kalkhoran is a...

Would you buy real estate with friends? Kristina Modares is the founder of  Open House Education , a vibrant community dedicated to women who are passionate about innovative real estate strategies and collaborative ventures. We explore the unique practice of co-buying real estate with friends or family members, including Kristina's own experiences. She shares some of the major pitfalls—such a...

This week, listeners want to know: how to manage health care and 401(k) investing after a layoff, the best cadence for investing (weekly or lump sum?) and how can couples with income differences manage money equitably? Learn more about the So Money Members Club here. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Early bird registration is now open! Hosted on Acast. See acas...

We are diving deep into the world of wealth, class, and privilege with Sanibel , author of the forthcoming novel To Have and Have More and an expert on the subtle—and not-so-subtle—ways the ultra-wealthy wield their status. If you've ever been curious about the behaviors and dynamics that go beyond “quiet luxury” or the “nepo baby” conversation, you'll enjoy this conversation. Sanibel breaks down...

Guest George Kinder is a renowned figure in the world of financial life planning, often referred to as the father of the life planning movement. His approach, which places individual freedom at the forefront, has inspired countless people to rethink their relationship with money. He joins to discuss his new book, The Three Domains of Freedom and ways we can create financial freedom during a time o...

NEW Ask Farnoosh episode. Questions regarding adding children to your business payroll, enrolling in a 529 plan when college is just a few years away (good idea?) and how to manage a 401(k) that's being discontinued at work? Join the So Money Members Club. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Early bird registration is now open! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

How to secure a new job in a slower hiring market? Job openings dropped in July for the second consecutive month to an estimated 7.67 million. There are now nearly 1.1 jobs available for every person looking for one - the narrowest ratio in more than three years. Guest CATHERINE FISHER is LinkedIn’s Career Expert and Vice President of Integrated Consumer Communications, with over 20 years of exper...

In conversation with Allure Magazine Editor-in-Chief Jessica Cruel, who is not only a beauty expert, but is passionate about personal finance. She shares her adventures in homeownership and investing and offers listeners her top beauty buys at the drugstore. More about Jessica Cruel: As the editor-in-chief of  Allure , she leads the development of multi-platform editorial content for digital,...

Today’s show is about managing and making the most of an inheritance and other  windfalls.  The Great Wealth Transfer is unfolding, with a record number of assets passed down from generation to generation. Members of our audience have specific questions about this, and to help answer our questions, we have Pam Krueger, who is the founder of  Wealthramp , a platform that matches you...

If you’ve spent time on social media this summer, you’ve probably come across the satirical lyrics of "Man in Finance" that have taken TikTok by storm—written and performed by our guest today, Megan Boni. We’ll dive into the inspiration behind her lyrics, the critiques she’s received, and how she’s navigating her newfound financial success, including her approach to market investing. We’ll also di...

Julia Haart's story is nothing short of extraordinary. Born into the ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, her life was defined by strict rules and limited freedoms. For years, she lived under the weight of these restrictions until, at 42, she made the courageous decision to break free. Since then, Julia has transformed her life and become a powerful force in both the fashion and business worlds. As th...

This week: Is it worth transferring savings from your current bank to a high-yield savings account (HYSA)? Given a new law, is it wise to roll over unused 529 dollars into a Roth IRA? How can parents raise kids to be “So Money®?” Subscribe to Farnoosh’s new podcast:  Better Business . Sign up for  Farnoosh’s newsletter here  and instantly get a copy of So Money® Secrets, a compilati...

Our weeklong series on kids and money continues as we dive deeper into teaching tweens, teens, and college students financial skills. Today, we're joined by Peter Bergman, Executive Director and Head of Starter Segment Banking at Chase Consumer & Community Bank. We'll explore the essential money lessons for high schoolers, from earning and investing to understanding credit. But how do you impart t...

We're kicking off a weeklong series on kids and money in partnership with Chase Bank. Our episode today dives into ways we can teach young kids the basics of saving and money management. How to implement an allowance system? How can parents and caregivers model positive financial habits? What are the best books for teaching financial literacy? Our guest is Renee Campbell, Head of Youth & Family Ba...

Today's show: How to assess various debt relief programs for pros/cons, tips for finding a job as a young college graduate and ways to save towards a 6-months cushion. Learn more about Farnoosh's upcoming literary workshop Book to Brand. Early bird registration is now open! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Addressing a family financial pain point across America: How to spend less on food and meals. Our guest Mandy Klentz is the creator of Plandy Mandy Meal Plans and has a popular Instagram where she shares free food shopping and planning tips. On the show: How to save time on meal planning and prepare easy meals all week. Plus: insights into how Mandy has built a successful business around meal plan...