The His and Her Money Show

Most Americans have some form of debt, be it credit cards or student loans or car loans. It's nothing out of the ordinary and for now, you might just be living with it, just like everyone else. But someday you might find that your debt is already hurting you in the long run. Are you financially secure enough for that new car? Emergency fund? Vacation? To start a family? If you have any doubts, the...

Many books, articles, and podcasts have been created that tell stories of individuals or couples successfully achieving financial-freedom. These serve as inspiration for people to start paying off their debt and live the life they deserve. But when a person finally decides to take the plunge and embark on their own journey towards debt-freedom, people who have crossed the finish line may seem to b...

Hilary Hendershott is our guest for today's episode of The His & Her Money Show , and she joins us to talk about why couples have money fights, how to stop it, and how to move forward from it.   Hilary is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) based in California. She shares her own personal story about having the wrong mindset, which leads her to some less than appealing financial results. Turning t...

There's an age-old saying that says, "Knowledge is power." In conjunction with this, some people also say, "Experience is the best teacher." But if you are offered an experience that will redefine your knowledge, will you take it? Many people consider that time is of the essence when it comes to paying off debt. This results in the loss of confidence in the idea of achieving their goals once they...

It takes for a couple to be on the same page and be in sync, to succeed in fighting for debt-freedom. When a married couple follows their plan and abides by their strategies to pay off their debt, it is very likely that they'll end up stronger, united, and debt-free in the end. But what should you do if your spouse isn't as aggressive as you in terms of financial discipline? On this episode of  Th...

There may be many reasons you can find that will inspire you to embark on your own journey to debt freedom. And there are many ways that you could become acquainted with the idea of gaining financial autonomy. That moment of clarity can be sparked when a credit card is rejected , or  maybe a small talk from a friend , or perhaps  simply trying to find a great deal on an apartment to rent , either...

Positive thinking could be a powerful tool that helps people go through the tough times of their journey to financial success. There may be undesirable challenges people have to endure in order to pay off debt, but positive psychology could help them change their inclination to these things. Such was the case of our guest on today's episode of   The His & Her Money Show , MJ Bridges, who developed...

Diligence and determination are two of the characteristics that you must develop if debt freedom is your goal. Your focus has to be laser-like, and you must be fully intentional about each move that you make with your money. Today's guests on  The His & Her Money Show  are prime examples of what these characteristics look like in action. Seth and Tayler did what most people think is impossible in...

Society has taught us that living the American dream is owning things that add to life's comfort and indulgence. What's rarely mentioned is that to live the American dream is to be free—and that includes financial freedom. When you think about it, how much money do you have in total after selling your assets to pay off your debt? On today's episode of The His & Her Money Show , we have Yuriy Mayba...

Having a large family combined with a large amount of debt can be a scary thing. But having the right strategies and the attitude to tackle financial problems head-on can conversely, cause a positive impact on your family. It is important for a couple to share their own strengths and weaknesses, and use them to tackle family situations because after all…marriage is a team. Many people have the "ti...

In this episode of The His & Her Money Show , we speak with Tia Chambers as she shares extremely valuable tips for 1st time home buyers about all of the hidden costs associated with purchasing a house. The biggest purchase that you're ever going to make is that of a home so it is critical that you be equipped with all the information you'll need to make the purchase process as painless as possible...

Motivational speaker Tony Gaskins once famously said, "If you don't build your own dream somebody else will hire you to help build theirs." This quote applies to millions of people who are working in jobs they hate all while racking up extreme amounts of debt trying to keep up with everyone else or fund their American dream. In the eyes of many, debt is unavoidable, expected, and even welcomed. To...

Sometimes it takes hearing advice from another person to wake up and smell the coffee. And sometimes we get an awakening by people we don't expect… or even events we seldom think of. This is why we bring Bobby Hoyt on today's episode of The His & Her Money Show , to talk to us about how he learned valuable lessons in pursuit of a debt-free life for his family. Beginning from a friendly talk to end...

Rarely is a couple's argument one-sided. Even though money is one of the arguments that come up again and again, many times, money fights really aren't about money. On today's episode of The His & Her Money Show , we interview Cora Hietpas to talk to us about how to handle the dynamic of merging marriage and money successfully. It is important for a couple to recognize each other's core values sur...

Debt freedom always requires a level of sacrifice. The question is, are you willing to pay the costs that are associated with achieving such a goal? Stephanie and her family answered that question with a resounding YES! As a result, they successfully paid off over $144,000 of student loans in just 3 years! Stephanie's road to financial freedom was not easy, but it is truly inspirational for all wh...

In order to dig your way out of debt, you are going to need to develop a level of determination that is higher than ever before. You are going to have to be willing to do whatever it takes to achieve your ultimate goal if you are really serious about it. To help us discover the level of fortitude necessary to achieve debt freedom, we sit down with Rich and WIM from Paycheck & Balances . They break...

Some people try to find some well-known methods to solve their problems with debt, and some take an unorthodox approach. Acquiring assistance from your parents could be something other people may disapprove of. On the other hand, it could help boost morale, aid you in straightening out your finances, and help achieve your goal of a debt-free life. Family support is the topic of our guests, Staphon...

A financial frame of mind could be one of the things that people seldom discuss with each other before getting into a partnership or marriage. In many cases, the financial aspect of the relationship is dealt with long after conjugality has taken place. This could cause a stressful span of time in the partnership once they start dealing with their expenses, income, and debt. We have Brad Sherman wi...

Sometimes, children can be your inspiration to get out of debt and build wealth. In other situations, however, hardships and sacrifices are a reality that couples have to face in order to get out of debt. The question is: What level of difficulty would you be willing to go through to achieve a debt-free life? Some people take the hard road to get to the finish line the soonest, but many lose heart...