We are all looking for hacks to help us get better at managing our money. This week’s guest, Lisa Rowan, wrote a book compiling over 275 money hacks that she has collected over years of writing about personal finance. Today we are diving into a few of my favorites, including ways to limit impulse shopping at your favorite retail store or restaurant and a quick hack to help you make smarter spending decisions. Follow Lisa Website | Podcast Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected]  Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail  Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok  Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When do you think the Federal minimum wage was last changed? If you guessed over a decade, you’d be right, which is insane. Unlike other government numbers, the federal minimum wage is not adjusted based on inflation and so we’ve been sitting at the same number since 2009. So on today’s episode, I'm talking about the history of the federal minimum wage and what States across the country are doing to counteract that low federal number. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram|Twitter| Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is putting a big down payment on a new car a good idea? A listener wrote in wanting to know the best way to approach her next car purchase. I spent waaayyy too much time in my favorite program (Excel!) creating a calculator to run through some possible scenarios. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram|Twitter| Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify! This episode originally aired on 9/26/22 as Ep# 338 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will the way that retirement plans work be changing in 2024? This week I’m answering a question from Kurt, a listener who has heard about a few changes coming to retirement plans thanks to the Secure Act 2.0. Will new rules make withdrawals from 401(k) plans a little bit easier? What will be the tax impact of new employer matching rules?  This week let's talk through these details in more! Episodes Mentioned: Ep.403: 401(k) Withdrawals on the Rise  Ep.215: 401(k) Q&A - What's a 401k Match? Ep.212: Traditional vs Roth 401(k)  Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected]  Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail  Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok  Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph

Can we use fear to make better financial decisions?? In today’s episode, we’re exploring working with our fears instead of against them to build a better financial life. Farnoosh Torabi, personal finance expert, author, and speaker, is back to discuss her newest book, A Healthy State of Panic, this book is part memoir, part guidebook on how fear can be a superpower. Connect with Farnoosh Website | Twitter  | Instagram | Book | So Money Podcast Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is keeping it simple really the best way to ensure I’m prepared for retirement? Why are we always looking for a more complicated solution to something when the simplest is often the best choice? That’s how I feel about investing, as does Jill Schlesinger, host of the Jill on Money podcast. This week Jill joins me to explain why there is no secret sauce to investing and why overcomplicating it could cause you to lose money in the long run. Other episodes featuring Jill - Ep.371, Ep.372, Ep.380, Ep.397, Ep.398, Ep. 399 Connect with Jill Website | Twitter  | The Great Money Reset | Podcast Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Ap

Have you had to take money out of your 401(k) in order to keep afloat financially? It shouldn’t come as a big surprise that times are tough financially right now for a lot of Americans and a newly released report from Bank of America suggests that hardship withdrawals from 401(k)s are on the rise because of it. In this episode of Popcorn Finance, I wanted to share a bit more about what that data in the report means and how hardship withdrawals work regarding specific guidelines and criteria you must follow in order to access money from your 401(k).   Bank of America Report Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify! Le

What comes to mind when you read the term generation wealth? This term has been everywhere lately and honestly, up until recently it hasn’t sat right with me. The idea behind “generation wealth” just seems unrealistic and unattainable for the majority of Americans trying to survive amidst inflation, unaffordable housing, and so on. But, if there’s anything that I am more than willing to do, it is to challenge my own beliefs. So today’s episode is about the discussion that changed my mind about generation wealth. It happened over on my other podcast, This is Awkward (Ep.64), with my cohost, Allison Baggerly. It’s been almost a year since we recorded that episode and I’m ready to share more of my thoughts on the topic.  Listen to my other podcast with Allison: This is Awkward  Follow Allison Website | Instagram | Twitter | Podcast Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a mes

Can I contribute to an IRA and a 401(k) at the same time? A listener wrote in with this exact question so this week I'll break this question down and dive deeper in to what makes these plans different.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Come Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we hit 400 Episodes! To celebrate I'm answering a great question sent in by Sil whose brother has found himself in an annuity that he wants to move into his 401(k). In this episode I'll discuss whether or not this is even possible and four options for getting your money out of an annuity. Listen to Ep# 399 first before you listen to today's episode to learn all about annuities. Articles on Annuities https://www.fool.com/knowledge-center/can-an-annuity-be-rolled-over-to-a-401k https://www.cnbc.com/2013/12/09/everything-you-need-to-know-about-getting-out-of-an-annuity https://smartasset.com/retirement/how-to-get-out-of-an-annuity Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by

What is an annuity and is it something I should add to my retirement plans? This week Jill Schlesinger, CFP and host of the Jill on Money podcast, joins me to help explain the ins and outs of annuities and whether or not there is an actual use for them. Other episodes featuring Jill -  Ep.371, Ep.372, Ep.380, Ep.397, Ep.398 Connect with Jill Website | Twitter  |  Book Need an Advisor? Here's 13 Questions to Ask Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify!

What exactly does a financial planner do? This week I’m answering another listener question with CFP and host of the Jill on Money podcast, Jill Schlesinger. We get into the nitty-gritty of when you should turn to a financial planner and when you can just handle things on your own. Other episodes featuring Jill - Ep.371, Ep.372, Ep.380, Ep.397! Connect with Jill Website | Twitter | Book Need an Advisor? Here's 13 Questions to Ask Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the show by leaving Popcorn Finance a rating or review on Apple or Spotify!

Is investing supposed to be this hard to wrap my head around? I’ve been sitting on a backlog of listener questions and so for the next few weeks on Popcorn Finance, I’ll be answering your money questions with the help of my guest and personal finance expert, Jill Schlesinger. Jill is a certified financial planner CFP® and the host of the personal finance podcast, Jill On Money. This week’s questions come from a listener who is overwhelmed by the idea of investing for retirement on her own.  Jill’s Guide on 13 Questions to Ask a Financial Advisor Popcorn Finance episodes you should check out Ep.241: Investing is Like Baking a Cake Ep.307: Should I Invest in Target Date Funds Ep.240: Being a Boring Investor Earned Me 24% Ep.306: How to Create an Investment Plan Other episodes featuring Jill - Ep.371, Ep.372 & Ep. 380!  Follow Jill Website | Twitter  | Instagram | Youtube | LinkedIn | Facebook Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the sh

What luxury item would you be willing to spend your hard-earned cash on? Have you ever been scrolling online and stumbled upon something that caught your eye, but then you saw the price and your immediate reaction was, "Ain't no way I'm spending that much!" That is the essence of this segment from my other podcast This is Awkward with my friend and cohost Allison Baggerly. Today we’re deep-diving into the world of luxury shopping and asking ourselves whether or not we’d be willing to spend our money on this week’s hand-selected luxury item. Listen to my other podcast with Allison: This is Awkward Follow Allison Website | Instagram | Twitter | Podcast Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram|Twitter|Facebook|YouTube |TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support the

How does money's emotional impact affect how we address our finances?   At first glance, personal finance can seem like a technical and unemotional topic, but in reality, it’s a subject that can stir up a lot of feelings related to trauma, shame, and guilt. To help discuss the broader effects our relationship with money has on our finances I’m joined by Paco de Leon, founder of The Hell Yeah Group on Popcorn Finance today. In this episode we talk about the shame and guilt that can surround our finances, how we can uncover where those feelings originated, and how to address and move past these issues.   Connect with Paco Instagram | Website | Book Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok Thank you for listening to today’s episode! Help support

Has tipping culture gotten out of control recently? We’ve always had a strong tipping culture in the U.S. but recently the conversation surrounding tipping has gotten more heated. It would appear that I’m not the only one who has noticed an influx of businesses utilizing a tip prompt or option at checkout that never ha

Do I have to invest in every new stock or cryptocurrency in order to reach my retirement goals? The short answer is no. Investing doesn’t have to be complicated or overwhelming. In fact, alarm bells should start ringing when you come across any investment advice that promises you’ll “get rich quick” with their fool-proof strategy. Hey Berna aka the internet’s financial hype woman and personal finance educator, Berna Anat is on Popcorn Finance this week to break down why it’s important to bring our finances back to basics before we start throwing money at the newest investing trend. Listen to hear why the seemingly boring way of investing is actually your best bet when it comes to returns and long-term goals. Connect with Berna Instagram | Website | Book   Join Me on YouTube! <span style="fo

Would you rather have a perfect credit score or $100,000? Kevin Matthews, a former financial planner, joins me on the podcast today to discuss why credit scores are not the be-all and end-all and what other areas of our finances deserve just as much if not more attention. Connect with Kevin Website | Twitter  Buy Kevin’s Book – Burning to Blueprint: Rebuilding Black Wall Street After a Century of Silence Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to th

Why do Target Date Funds get such a bad rap? Investing educator extraordinaire, Amanda Holden is on the show to talk about the pros and cons of Target Date Funds and why you should consider investing in one. Additionally, Amanda shares what it takes to be a good investor, and spoiler alert, it doesn't involve day trading stocks. Connect with Amanda Instagram | YouTube Links Check out Amanda’s investing course: Invested Development Join Me on YouTube! <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/c/Po

Is an income-driven repayment plan keeping you in debt longer? Nika Booth, student loan expert and creator of Debt Free Gonna Be is back on the show to talk about income-driven repayment plans. Are they your best option? Is the possibility of student loan forgiveness worth it?  Nika has a wealth of knowledge about student loans, so check out our other student loan episodes covering updates on Biden’s student loan forgiveness plans and the student loan payment pause. Other episodes with Nika<span style= "font-family: Arial,

Will closing my credit card negatively affect my credit score? This week we hear from a listener who wants to close a credit card but they are afraid of what this might do to their credit score. There are 5 different components that determine credit scores and I’m breaking those down from most to least important to determine whether closing a credit card could result in any short or long-term negative impacts to your score.  Read my Men’s Health article: The 'Avocado Toast’ Effect of Spending Is Totally Overblown Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to <a href=

Student loan forgiveness has been canceled, so now what are your options? It’s official, student loan forgiveness has been canceled and although this is not the outcome many people hoped for, this news probably won’t come as a big surprise if you listened to ep.385 with Nika Booth. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the Biden administration's response to the supreme court’s decision and what steps you should start taking now in order for you to be prepared for when repayments resume. Also, be sure to look out for an upcoming episode with Nika Booth about repayment plans and keep up to date with Popcorn Finance for any new updates about student loans. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to

What do you do when you go out to eat with your parents and they are the world's worst tippers?  Today I’m sharing an awkward story I’m sure a lot of us can relate to from my other podcast, This is Awkward. This listener’s dilemma centers around the fact that their parents haven’t changed their tipping habits in over 20 years. They don't want to offend their parents but also don't want their poor tipping habits to continue. They've tried dropping hints and leaving extra cash to no avail. Listen to find out how me and my cohost, Allison Baggerly would approach this awkward situation. Happy 4th of July! From everyone at Popcorn Finance, we hope you all have a safe and fun day however you choose to spend it.  Links This is Awkward: Episode 70 My cohost: Alliso

Could AI soon be used to help you make your next important financial decision? If you’ve had a chance to try out AI tools like ChatGPT you know just how powerful they are. Today we're taking on the hot topic of AI and discussing whether or not I think we’ll see it used in future financial planning. There’s a lot of talk about the ethics of AI and I’ve previously explored that in episode 364, but could there also be some positive benefits to it being used more in personal finance?  Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to <a href= "mailto:quest

Are you prepared for student loan payments to resume this summer? Back at the beginning of the year, Nika Booth aka Debt Free Gonna Be, gave us an update on where Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness plan currently stands. She's back on the show to share some updates, including the date the payment pause will end and what the newest news about the potential Supreme Court ruling could mean for your unpaid student loans. Nika also shares her predictions for the coming weeks and how you can better prepare for payments to resume. Connect with Nika <p dir="ltr" style= "line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt;

Are you finding it hard to stick to a budget? You’re not alone and the reason could be you’re just not using the best method for your lifestyle. There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to budgeting. You have to find what works best for you. That could mean that you like to use pen and paper instead of Excel like my guest and co-host of This is Awkward podcast, Allison Baggerly. In today’s episode, Allison shares her top tips on creating a budget that makes you excited and helps to keep you motivated to stick to it. Plus, I’m also sharing some lesser-known and more unusual methods that could be the answer to your budgeting woes. Listen to my other podcast with Allison: This is Awkward  <span style= "font-family: Robo

Who else has been inundated with scam calls lately?   Fraud and scam calls are nothing new but they are becoming more prevalent nowadays. They’re getting more clever by using tactics like phone spoofing or impersonating reputable b

Is aggressively paying off your debt causing other areas of your life to suffer? Years ago my wife and I accumulated over $27k worth of debt and it haunted me every day until I paid it off. Credit card interest rates are some of the highest and debt can feel like a dark cloud hanging over you until it's paid off. However, after reading an article from Elizabeth Gravier that outlines four signs that you’re paying off your debt too fast, it made me think about that time in my life and what I might’ve done differently. Hopefully, today’s episode helps give you a new perspective on how you can pay down your debt without going broke or unnecessarily suffering. Elizabeth Gravier's article: 4 Signs You’re Paying Your Debt Down Too Fast  Join Me on YouTube! <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance" target="_blan

What happens to the money saved in my 529 plan if my kid doesn’t go to college?   This episode is all thanks to a question I received from a listener from my recent episode with Marc Russel (<a style= "text-decoration: none;

How should we be thinking about risk when it comes to our investments?   Investing has been a major topic of discussion these past few years with the rise and fall of crypto, NFTs, and the Gamestop saga of 2021. It can be hard to c

Have you heard of the recent closure of First Republic Bank? Similar to Silicon Valley Bank, First Republic was placed under FDIC control and then quickly sold. In this episode we'll cover why this happened, who bought First Republic, and what happens next.   Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance   Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   <span style="font-weight

Do you have a child in your life that you want to help pay for their college tuition?   Tuition costs can range anywhere from $10k-$40k depending on if you attend a public

Things are not looking good for student loan forgiveness. It looks like widespread student loan forgiveness might not be happening. But there's still some good news on the horizon. In this episode, we're diving into the latest developments on public student loan forgiveness (PSLF) and what they could mean for you with Nika Booth.   Connect with NikaDebt Free Gonna Be | Instagram | Twitter <span style="font-weight: 400

Have you been getting inundated with scam calls or fraudulent emails lately?   Scammers are constantly finding new ways to try and get your personal and banki

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How has your budget strategy changed since inflation kicked in?  Allison Baggerly, the creator of Inspired Budget and my cohost on the This is Awkward podcast is joining me today! She’s on the show to talk about how to budget amidst rising costs and how to avoid getting caught in comparison traps when it comes to our money. Allison also has a new book Money Made Easy: How to Budget, Pay Off Debt, and Save Money that is out now! Buy Allison’s book here  Follow Allison Website | Instagram | <a href= "https://twitter.com/in

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Have you ever quit your job in pursuit of your dreams? The idea is great in theory, but what if your dreams don’t work out or you run out of money? Jill Schlesinger, a certified financial planner CFP® and the host of the Jill On Money podcast is back on the show to talk about how she did her own money reset and how she made the leap as a risk-averse person. Listen to find out more about her story and the stories highlighted in her new book, The Great Money Reset! Listen to Part 1! <p id="docs-internal-guid-ea565f71-7fff-ac3c-a5c2-72803ffc0805" dir="ltr" style= "padding-top: 12px; color: rgb(34, 36, 47); font-family: 'Open Sans', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.96px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-tr

How did the pandemic change your perspective on work, money, and life?  It’s been 3 years since the start of the pandemic and my guest today, Jill Schlesinger, a certified financial planner CFP® and the host of the Jill On Money podcast, is sharing how the pandemic became a catalyst for people to change all aspects of their personal and financial lives. Jill shares real-life examples of these changes found in her new book, The Great Money Reset. I have been a fan of Jill’s since college and I could not wait to get her on the show after all these years.  Look out for more upcoming episodes with Jill, since we discuss so much more that simply couldn’t fit into just one episode.    <p id="docs-internal-guid-ea565f71-7fff-ac3c-a5c2-72803ffc0805" dir="ltr" style= "line-height:

It felt like Silicon Valley Bank Failed so quickly, what happened?   In this special bonus episode let's break down three big factors that led to the seemingly overnight forced closure of Silicon Valley Bank.  

Let's talk about Silicon Valley Bank and what happened over the weekend. The FDIC has stepped in and along with the Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve to try and stabilize

Be honest, do you only use a handful of passwords for everything in your life?  This episode is a reminder that you probably need to take a look at the passwords that you are using! Robb Dunewood from the Tech Jawn podcast is back on the show to share just how important it is to keep your information safe online and how password managers work to outsmart hackers and sophisticated computers from figuring out your passwords.   Listen to Robb’s other episode on Popcorn Finance: 364 Could an Algorithm Stop You From Getting Your Next Apartment? Follow RobbWebsite | Twitter</spa

Can your financial problems manifest into physical health problems if left unaddressed?  My guest today is Jason Vitug,  wellness advocate, author, and CEO of Phroogal and he believes that there is a clear correlation between mental health and financial wealth. In today’s episode, Jason talks about his new book, Happy Money Happy Life, and how everything in our life is connected. Jason is passionate about sharing his philosophy that money isn’t the goal; money is the tool to help achieve the goals. Listen to find out what steps Jason took to clean up his financial, physical, and mental health. Connect with Jason Instagr

Do rising interest rates mean we should abandon our investment plans?  The short answer is no and in this week’s episode, I’m sharing a snippet from a recent interview from my weekly segment on NBCLX where I explain why. Higher interest rates could mean you’re paying more on your mortgage or credit card debts however, it also means potential for higher returns on your short-term investments. Listen to find out what short-term investment options you might want to consider.  Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block!  Get 15% off Do-It-Yourself Online Tax Filing Products with H&R Block through April 18th, 2023!  https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock  Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance</span

Are you up-to-date on the changes being made to our tax system this year?  This week we’ll be discussing 4 changes going into effect this tax season. These changes include a new tax filing deadline, updates to tax credits and charitable donations, plus a warning for all crypto investors. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block!  Get 15% off Do-It-Yourself Online Tax Filing Products with H&R Block through April 18th, 2023! https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock    Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to <a href= "mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank"

Is an algorithm the reason your rental applications aren’t getting approved? Robb Dunewood, the host of the popular podcast The Tech Jawn, is on the show today to talk about algorithms and the ways in which they are created that can negatively affect black and brown communities. Robb helps define what an algorithm is and breaks down a recent lawsuit against one of the leading algorithm-based tenant screening services used by landlords across the country. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block!  Get 15% off Do-It-Yourself Online Tax Filing Products with H&R Block through April 18th, 2023! https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock  Follow Robb <a href="https://robbdunewood.com" targ

What are your money goals for 2023? In today’s episode, listeners sent in their personal finance goals they hope to achieve this year. The goals range from wanting to save for a family home to finally paying off credit card debt. I hope this episode serves as a reminder that you can set yourself goals any time of year and 2023 is the perfect year to start your personal finance journey!   <span style= "caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: ui-rounded, system-ui-rounded, -apple-system-ui-rounded, -apple-system; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3); -webkit-text-size-adjust: none; -webkit-text-stroke-

What is happening with student loans in 2023? Are student loan payments still paused and when does the student loan forgiveness plan start? If you’ve been wondering why there hasn’t been any news on student loan forgiveness then you’re not alone. Debt expert, personal finance content creator, and the Founder of Debt Free Gonnabe, Nika Booth is on the show this week to explain what’s going on. Nika is sharing why there has been a lack of updates and what happens if the plan is rejected by the supreme court. Connect with NikaDebt Free Gonna Be | Instagram | <span style= "fon

How can we avoid the comparison trap when it comes to our finances? In today’s episode Shannah Game, host of Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast, and Certified Financial Planner is on the show to discuss how we can avoid getting stuck in a comparison trap and how to find what we truly want for our lives. Connect with ShannahEveryone’s Talkin’ Money | Instagram | Twitter Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.co

Does making more frequent credit card payments actually make a difference? That's what two listeners wanted to know this week. In this episode we will take a look at how credit card interest is calculated and if the timing of your payments can actually save you money on interest. Sources https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/how-does-credit-card-interest-work https://www.valuepenguin.com/how-credit-card-interest-apr-calculated   Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? <span style="f

Some changes are coming to Popcorn Finance in 2023!   Send Me Your 2023 Goals! Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Call 707-200-8259 Send an email to [email protected]   Connect with me Instagram | Twitter <a href= "https://www.youtube.c

What do you do if you parents don't have enough saved for retirement and you're stating to feel the pressure? This week I'm joined by Marsha Barnes, founder of the The Finance Bar, to help a listener find a way to balance her mom's financial needs and her own financial future. Connect with Marsha The Finance Bar | Instagram | Twitter Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? <

Has homeownership become another unattainable aspect of the American dream? For decades owning a home has been dubbed a right of passage in your adult life. However, with prices of homes skyrocketing over the past few years, owning a home might not even be possible for many young people. To add some perspective to this age-old debate of whether you should rent or buy a home, I’m sharing some key factors to consider and help in your decision-making process. Sponsor Today’s bag of popcorn is brought to you by, the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money podcast hosted by Shannah Game. Shannah is a money wellness expert and Certified Financial Planner. If you’re ready to learn everything about money that no one taught you, do yourself

Should you believe the hype around I Bonds? In episode 355, Marc Russell of Better Wallet joined me on the show to discuss 529 plans and whether or not they’re a good option for an education fund for your child. In today’s episode, Marc is sharing whether or not the recently popularized I Bonds are worth the hype or if your college savings is better off in a 529 Plan. Listen to my previous episode with Mark: 355: Savings for College with a 529 Plan Connect with Marc Website | Instagram <

Are you a new parent, who’s already thinking about your kid’s future education and where to put the savings for it? No need to worry because I’ve got you covered in today’s new episode with Marc Russell, the founder of BetterWallet and the BetterWallet podcast. Marc previously worked as a licensed stockbroker and financial advisor and is now a full-time entrepreneur and financial educator. He’s on the show today to discuss the ins and outs of 529 plans. In today’s episode, you’ll find out how 529 plans work and vary by state, what you can and can’t use them for, plus the tax benefits you could expect from starting one.    Connect with Marc Website | <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/betterw

Have you ever had a friend or family member conveniently forget to bring their wallet when out to dinner? It’s Thanksgiving Week here in the US, and this marks the start of the holiday season which is always filled with some of the most awkward conversations of the year.  To mark this occasion I’m sharing one of my favorite awkward stories from my other podcast, This is Awkward. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to deal with a friend or family member who keeps taking advantage of your kindness and your hard-earned cash.  From everyone here at Popcorn Finance, Happy Thanksgiving!    Sponsor Today’s bag of popcorn is brought to you by, the Everyone’s Talkin’ Money</e

Why are interest rates STILL rising and how long can we expect this to keep happening? Listen to today’s episode to find out, plus hear what the Federal Reserve Chairman has to say about the state of inflation.  Previous Episode on Rising inflation Rates: 339   What is a Basis Point?: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci1E0nnJx6j  Sources Fed Fund Rate History https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/openmarket.htm Federal Re

Have you been limiting your job opportunities because you don’t have a personal brand? Building a personal brand is not just for influencers and celebrities, in fact, my guest today thinks we should all have one in order to further our careers. Mandi Woodruff-Santos of Mandi Money Media and the Brown Ambition Podcast is back on the show to share why having a strong professional brand is just as important as a resume and why you need to start building one today. Connect with Mandi Instagram | Twitter | Tiktok | <a href= "

Why are hospitals pushing for you to pay with a Care Credit Card more now than in recent years? Find out the sneaky tactic hospitals are using to stop you from negotiating your medical bills with Christy Snodgrass, former RN turned healthcare activist. Christy talks about both the allure and potential danger these cards pose for people unable to pay off their medical bills. Listen to my previous episodes with Christy about our healthcare system: 344, 345, <span s

Is it an empty threat when a hospital says it will send your medical bill to collections? Find out the answer in today’s new episode with Christy Snodgrass, healthcare activist and former registered nurse. In this episode, Christy outlines the big changes coming in January 2023 concerning the collections process, including how your credit score could be affected. Listen to my previous episodes with Christy about our healthcare system: 344, 345, & <span style="fon

Why are healthcare professionals leaving the industry in droves? To shed some light on why that may be is returning guest, Christy Snodgrass, a former registered nurse turned healthcare activist. In this episode, Christy shares what led her to leave her job and instead work towards changing our broken healthcare system. Look out for more upcoming episodes with Christy, as there is so much more to cover with as big of a topic as healthcare!  Listen to my previous episodes with Christy about lowering your medical bills: 344 & 345 Connect

Did you know that the IRS adjusts tax brackets annually to offset inflation? So why is it making headlines right now? Find out the answer, plus how and when your taxes could be affected in the final installment of my mini tax series.  Listen to my previous episodes on taxes here: 346 & 347 Links Article: <a href= "https://www.nbcrightnow.com/news/americas-tax-brackets-are-changing-thanks-to-inflation-that-may-be-good-news-if-you/article_4f3dc9a2-4fcd-11ed-8e3b-13e9d2d1bd23.html" target="

Did you know that 9 states don’t have state income tax? We’re continuing the tax talk in today’s episode because honestly, taxes in the US are ridiculously over-complicated. So in order to help get your head around them easier, I’m going over federal income tax and its tier system.  Links Tax calculators IRS - https://apps.irs.gov/app/tax-withholding-estimator H&R Block® - https://www.hrblock.com/tax-calculator <span s

Did you know this one tax deduction could save you tons of money on your taxes? Tax season may seem far away but after getting sent an article on how tax brackets are changing because of inflation, I thought we could all brush up on how taxes work in the U.S. Today we’re talking about tax brackets, deductions, and returns. Look out for future episodes about taxes since it’s a subject that needs more than one bag of popcorn to fully pop! Article: America's tax brackets are changing thanks to inflation Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to

How far are you willing to go to lower your medical bills? This episode is part 2 of my conversation with Christy Snodgrass, a registered nurse turned advocate and activist. Christy shares how to avoid getting price gouged and what tactics hospitals use to shake down patients into paying higher fees. She also shares her favorite resources to help you better negotiate your medical bills. Listen to part 1 here! Connect with Christy Tiktok | <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/christyprn/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel= "noo

Did you know that 80% of hospital bills have errors? Me neither! Christy Snodgrass, a registered nurse turned advocate and activist, knows first-hand how stressful unexpected and large medical bills can be. That’s why she’s on the show today to share her step-by-step guide on how to negotiate your medical bills and potentially not have to pay a dime.  Keep an eye out for Part 2 of my conversation with Christy to learn more about the ins and outs of negotiating your medical bills. Connect with Christy Tiktok | Instagram | <a href= "http:/

Do you remember your first thought or feeling about money? In today’s episode, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, a Financial Therapist, is sharing how the language and messages we received about money as kids can affect how we interact with money as adults. Plus, listen to find out Lindsay’s advice on how to best approach talking about money with your kids. Check out the rest of my conversation with Lindsay from episodes 327 & 328. Connect with Lindsay Instagram</a

Will your state be taxing student loan forgiveness? The student loan situation is constantly changing so this week I’m giving you an update on how each state is handling taxing forgiven student loans. This is a follow up to Episode 335: Popcorn To-Go: Could Student Loan Forgiveness Have a Big Tax Surprise? https://pod.fo/e/13dcfb    Resources The College Investor https://thecollegeinvestor.com  Debt Free Gonna Be https://debtfreegonnabe.com<span style="font-wei

Could consolidating your credit card debt into a personal loan hurt your credit score? This is the question we are discussing today as we tackle part 2 of a question sent in from a listener. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me <a href="https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepodca

With interest rates rising paying down credit card debt is a great idea. But is using a personal loan a smart way of eliminating credit card debt. This week a listener wrote in with this exact question so I will help walk them through what they should know before paying off their credit cards with a personal loan. Sources Average credit card APR - https://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/average-credit-card-apr/ Federal Reserve Consumer Credit Data - https://www.federalreserve.gov/releases/g19/current/ The Personal Finance Podcast - https://www.thepersonalfinancepodcast.com/get-rid-of-your-debt-once-and-for-all-with-chris-browning/   Join Me on Y

Interest rates are rising again, but why? This week I will break down the latest round of interest rate increases from the Federal Reserve and the reasoning behind why interest rates will continue to rise. Sources Fed Fund Rate History https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/openmarket.htm Federal Reserve Press Release https://www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/files/monetary20220921a1.pdf   Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? <span style="font-

Is putting a big down payment on a new car a good idea? A listener wrote in wanting to know the best way to approach her next car purchase. I spent waaayyy too much time in my favorite program (Excel!) creating a calculator to run through some possible scenarios. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with

IRS rules are confusing and it can make contributing to an IRA complicated. This week Megan wrote in wanting to know how she could contribute to an IRA for last year without getting in to trouble. So let me walk you through some of the complex rules around IRA contributions and some things that you need to keep an eye on. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259

Sometimes in order to get the raise you want, you need to use a couple of jedi mind tricks. Mandi is back to share one of her all time favorite hacks to help you secure that nice big raise! Connect with Mandi Instagram | Twitter Join the Mandi Money Makers fall cohort  https://www.mandimoney.com/makers-waitlist Book a one-on-one coaching session  https://www.mandimoney.com/coaching-sessions   Join Me on YouTube! h

Could the latest round of student loan forgiveness come with a tax bill from your state? Today I’ll be taking you through 13 states that could impose an income tax on your loan forgiveness. This week I am on the road as I drive all over my home state of California. I packed my mic and a bag of popcorn to breakdown the latest round of student loan forgiveness from a parking lot in beautiful Santa Barbara, California!  Sources These 13 States May Hit Borrowers With Up to $1,100 in State Tax Liability on Forgiven Student Loans. How to Know if Your Debt Cancellation Will Trigger a Bill - https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/26/13-states-may-hit-borrowers-with-state-tax-liability-on-forgiven-student-loans.html  What if You Just Paid Off (Or Paid Down) Your Federal Stude

What happens when you and your partner separate but you both put money in to your home? We hear from a listener who received an invoice from her ex for a few home upgrades that he made to her home. Should she pay them or should she refuse? Listen to the full episode at https://www.awkwardpodcast.com/50-should-i-reimburse-my-ex  Have an awkward money situation that you would like us to discuss on This is Awkward? Give us a call at (707) 200-8259. Listen to This Is Awkward! We all have an awkward money story about a friend who won't pay us back or a parent who won't stop telling us that renting is a waste of money. Join me and my co-host Allison as we listen to your money stories and help you navigate those difficult and awkward situations. Listen to our latest episode at <a href= "https://w

Are you regretting a payment you made to your student loans before the upcoming student loan forgiveness was announced? This week I’ll outline an option you might have available to get those payments back. This week I am on the road as I drive all over my home state of California. I packed my mic and a bag of popcorn to breakdown the latest round of student loan forgiveness from a parking lot in beautiful Big Sur, California!   Sources What if You Just Paid Off (Or Paid Down) Your Federal Student Loans? https://www.huffpost.com/entry/student-loan-forgiveness-refund_l_6307b70de4b0f72c09def6b5 Student Aid Website - <a href= "https

President Biden just announced the details of his student loan forgiveness program. So will you be one of the millions struggling with student loan debt to get a little relief? This week I am literally on the road as I drive all over my home state of California. I packed my mic and a bag of popcorn to breakdown the latest round of student loan forgiveness from a parking lot in beautiful Big Sur, California!   Sources https://studentaid.gov/debt-relief-announcement How to Qualify for Biden's New Student Loan Forgiveness Plan - https://www.cnn.com/2022/08/24/politics/biden-student-loan-forgiveness-qualify/index.html How Do I Get My Student Loans Forgiven? Qualifying for Biden's Debt Relief, Explained - <a href= "https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2022/08/25/h

I'm on a break from making popcorn this week, but who doesn't like seconds. Here is a second serving of one of my favorite episodes. Purchasing a home is a huge financial milestone, but that doesn't mean that it is right for everyone. This week I am joined by Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez to discuss our thoughts on why renting can be a great financial move and the pressure so many of us feel to become homeowners. Connect with this week’s guest! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @stefanieoconnell  Listen to Money Confidential https://www.realsimple.com/money/money-confidential-podcast/about-money-confidential-podcast   Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href="https://

We’ve been hearing a lot about a possible recession, but how could this affect your job? Mandi is back with some great tips to help us all learn how to recession proof our careers. Connect with Mandi Instagram | Twitter Join the Mandi Money Makers fall cohort https://www.mandimoney.com/makers-waitlist Book a one-on-one coaching session https://www.mandimoney.com/coaching-sessions Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance</stro

You've been working hard, but how do you make your case for a raise. Mandi Woodruff-Santos of Brown Ambition joins us to share some practical advice to get your boss on your side and more money in your bank account! Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow Money Confidential wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with Ma

Today we're diving deeper into what exactly happens in those therapy sessions with financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin. We'll be discussing: The most common emotions and beliefs that financial therapists treat when it comes to our money. How much does money equate to our own happiness? Connect with Lindsay Instagram | www.mindmoneybalance.com Links Lindsay's Money Personality Quiz https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz Lindsay's Book - The Financial Anxiety Solution https://www.simonand

Have you ever thought about seeing a financial therapist? Lindsay Bryan Podvin gives us a peek in to what her financial therapy sessions look like and how it differs from traditional therapy. We'll also dive in to the stumbling blocks that we all face in our finances and how to move past them. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So fol

Your Summer travel is probably going to cost more this year. Data from the US Travel Association found that the cost of travel in June of this year is up 17.5% since June of 2021. Editor in Chief of TheBalance.com, Kristen Myers, is back to break down travel cost data and what we can expect for the rest of 2022. Sponsors Today's show is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay

Have you ever considered that you might be paying your debt down too fast? I get it, who wants to pay a single cent more in interest than you absolutely have to when it comes to paying off your debt? However, there are actually some real reasons for you to pause and re-think your debt payoff strategy, especially when looking at the timeline of your projected debt payoff date. Links Check out the full article I referenced in today's episode Are you putting too much money toward your debt? Watch out for these 4 red flags | Elizabeth Gravier Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show?<span style="font

Apple plans to incorporate their own version of a "buy now pay later service" directly into your iPhone's operating system later this fall. I recently joined Natalie Lizarraga on NBCLX to discuss whether or not this service will be helpful or harmful to your wallet as well as to your credit score. Sponsors Today's show is brought to you by Money Confidential. Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the right time to buy a home? How to travel and stay on budget, and much more! New episodes drop every Monday. So follow M

There's one word that I'm sure we've all heard more times than we can count for the past year, and that's Inflation.   As you know, prices are pretty much up on everything. Since April of 2021. Inflation has been steadily increasing and is significantly higher than the usual 2%.   In this episode we're breaking down:   What's going on with inflation and why is 2022 being compared to the eighties? What does the term inflation actually mean? H

Transitioning from dependent teen to a financially independent grown up can be extremely tough, not only for that individual, but also for their parents. Today's guest is Bobbi Rebell and she's on a mission to help parents create financial grownups. We're breaking down how to discuss money and plan for the future from both the parents and the children's perspective. So whether you're a parent or not, this episode is for you!   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Money Confidential! Hosted by money expert Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, Money Confidential features new episodes about your money, stories, struggles and secrets. Join Stefanie as she sits down with financial experts to answer your biggest money questions and deliver smart, practical solutions that actually work. She covers topics like how much is too much to spend on IVF? Is now the

The stock market can be a really confusing and complicated topic to try and cover. There's trillions of dollars that are traded every single year on the stock market. But only a fraction of that trading is done by regular people like you and me. So who is actually driving all of the movement we are seeing in the stock market today? Caleb is the Editor in Chief of Investopedia and host of The Green Investor and The Investopedia Express podcasts and he's back with us today to dive deeper into the impact that investors have and how much we should be following along with the day to day financial news. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by my other podcast, This is Awkward! We all have an awkward money story about a friend who won't pay us back or a parent who won't stop telling us that renting is a waste of money. Join me and my cohost Allison as we listen to your money stories and help you navigate those difficult and awkward si

I've talked a lot about recessions and bear markets lately, but I wanted to dive deeper into the investing world for today's episode. Caleb Silver joins me again to discuss volatility in the stock market, recessions, and more. Caleb is the Editor in Chief of Investopedia and host of The Green Investor and The Investopedia Express podcasts. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by my other podcast, This is Awkward! We all have an awkward money story about a friend who won't pay us back or a parent who won't stop telling us that renting is a waste of money. Join me and my cohost Allison as we listen to your money stories and help you navigate those difficult and awkward situations. Listen to our latest episode at https://www.awkwardpodcast.com Connect with Caleb Catch up on Caleb's most recent content <a href= "https://www.

Investing can and should be simple. One of the simplest investment options out there is the index fund. I've been working on a new analogy using cake to help us all better understand how index funds work. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me <a href="https://www.instagram.com/popco

Where do the terms Bear and Bull Market come from? These labels are hundreds of years old and in this episode we'll break down two of the most popular theories. Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259 Connect with me <a href="https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepodcast/" target= "_blank" rel="noo

Editor in Chief of Investopedia.com, Caleb Silver, is here to help breakdown another investing term that we've been hearing a lot in these uncertain times, The Bear Market.  What is a Bear Market and how should we react when we find ourselves in one? Connect with Caleb Catch up on Caleb's most recent content here | Twitter | LinkedIn Links Visit Investopedia.com to dive deeper the world of investing! Join Me on YouTube! <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance"

What do you do for a living right now? If you could go back and choose a different path, whether it be entrepreneurship or a completely different career, what would you choose to do for work? Julien and Kiersten Saunders of Rich and Regular are back with me today and we're diving deeper into the dissatisfaction of the way the working world works. We're talking strategies to overcome career frustration through a financial plan that allows you to create opportunities for yourself that you feel good about. Connect with Julien and KierstenInstagram | Twitter | Facebook | Richandregular.com Links

I'm going to be completely transparent here: I would have done things much differently in my career path had I known about what my guests today are calling the "15 Year Career Plan." Joining me today are Julien and Kiersten Saunders of Rich & Regular. They are the authors of the newly released book, Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away, and they're here to reframe the way you think about your career while giving you a sense of purpose and empowerment through living strategically. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by This is Awkward Podcast where my co-host Allison and I discuss all your awkward money situations. If you want to send in your own awkward money situation for us to discuss on the podcast, head over to <a href= "https://awkwardpodcast.com" target="_blan

Are we about to go in to a recession? A lot of what we see in the new seems to pointing to yes. But what exactly is a recession and how do we know if we are in one? I'll break all of that down and more in this episode.   Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance   Connect with me Instagram | TikTok | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Have you ever heard of cash stuffing? I recently joined Natalie Lizarraga on NBC LX to talk about what this TikTok viral trend is and how it could help you manage your finances. Connect with Natalie Instagram | Twitter Links Check out #cashstuffing on TikTok Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to <a href= "mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel= "noo

9% of people surveyed said that they would rather talk to their parents about sex versus their personal finances. Why is talking to our parents about money so scary and what can we do to get that conversation started? Author of Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk, Cameron Huddleston joins me to answer this question. Connect with Cameron Instagram | Twitter | Blog | Website Links Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How to Have Essential Conversations with Your Parents About Their Finances J

There's a lot of negativity in the news today when it comes to finances. Whether it's worries about the market failing, inflation, or why you should or shouldn't be investing in cryptocurrency, there is SO much information to take in and process. Kate Dore is back with us today for today's UnPopped Popcorn episode and since she writes about these topics frequently, she's helping us create a plan for our finances that allow us to live peacefully and intentionally during these uncertain times! Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by my other podcast This is Awkward! We all have an awkward money story about a friend who won't pay us back or a parent who won't stop telling us that renting is a waste of money. Join me and my co-host Allison as we listen to your money stories and help you navigate those difficult and awkward situations. Listen to our latest episode at https://www.awkwardpo

I Bonds and their super high interest rates are such a hot topic right now, but should we be investing in them? Kate Dore, a certified financial planner and reporter on CNBC's personal finance team, joins me to break down the pros and cons of I Bonds!   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by my other podcast This is Awkward! We all have an awkward money story about a friend who won't pay us back or a parent who won't stop telling us that renting is a waste of money. Join me and my cohost Allison as we listen to your money stories and help you navigate those difficult and awkward situations. Listen to our latest episode at https://www.awkwardpodcast.com   Connect with Kate Dore<a href= "http://instagram.com/k

In today's UnPopped Kernels episode, I'm discussing the different types of 401k rollovers and which one is right for you! Need some FREE help rolling over an old 401k plan? Visit https://popcornfinance.com/Capitalize to get free expert help rolling over your old 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans today!  Sponsors Check out my other podcast This Is Awkward at https://www.awkwardpodcast.com   Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance   Want to submit a question to the show? Send an email to <a href= "mailto:questions

The company I work for was bought. Should I rollover my old 401k plan? This is the question I received from Tiger who wanted to know some of the pros and cons of rolling over an old retirement account. In this episode we’ll break down what a rollover is and some reasons why you may or may not want to do one. Need some FREE help rolling over an old 401k plan? Visit https://popcornfinance.com/Capitalize to get free expert help rolling over your old 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans today!  Sponsors Check out my other podcast This Is Awkward at https://www.awkwardpodcast.com   Join Me on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/c/P

Investing extraordinaire, Amanda Holden (@dumpster.doggy) is back with me for today's UnPopped Kernels episode and we're taking a deeper look at target date funds to help you determine if investing in them is the right money move for you.  Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn. Connect with Amanda Instagram | YouTube Links Check out Amanda's investing course: Invested Development Come Join Me on YouTube! <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance" target="_b

Investing doesn't have to feel complicated. Even though investing is one of the best ways to build your wealth and save for retirement, it's easy for people to become so overwhelmed by all the different concepts, techniques and strategies that they end up not even starting in the first place. To help breakdown the world of investing into a simple actionable plan that works for you, I'm excited to have back one of the smartest top educators in the investing space, Amanda Holden (aka @dumpster.doggy)   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn.   Connect with Amanda Instagram | <a href= "https://www.y

Do you truly know who you are outside of your job? What would you do with your time if you didn't have to go into work on Monday morning? Delyanne The Money Coach is back with me for today's UnPopped Kernel episode and we're discussing the importance of imagining life without work to help us not only make the most of retirement, but also to avoid burn-out throughout our working years. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn. Connect with Delyanne Instagram | TikTok |Check out her <a href= "https://www.cnn.co

I was lucky enough to tackle a really interesting listener question alongside Delyanne The Money Coach in today's episode! Delyanne Barros is a powerhouse in the personal finance arena and is the host of CNN's brand new podcast, "Diversifying."   In this episode, we hear from Kurt who has done an incredible job at saving and investing his money, but he's left wondering where the balance is in all this effort and discipline, especially since he feels broke despite having a hefty amount of cash in his 401k. Does he really have to wait until he's 65 to start enjoying his money? Tune in to find out how we tackle Kurt's dilemma!   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at <a href= "http

Fidelity announced that they will allow 23,000 employers to add Bitcoin as an invesment option within their 401k plans. Is this a good thing for investors? In this episode I'll break down how and when Bitcoin is being added to 401k plans and the pros and cons of including crypto currencies in retirement plans. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn. Links for today’s episode Fidelity is offering 401(k) investors access to bitcoin, the first retirement plan provider to do so https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/26/fidelity-offers-401k-investors-access-to-bitcoin-a-retirement-plan-first.html <

Ever wish you could turn back the clock to share financial wisdom with your younger self in hopes that it would put you on the right financial path? My guest today is Ashley Feinstein Gerstley, author of Financial Adulting and founder of The Fiscal Femme, and we're discussing all the things we wish we knew about finances before we stepped out into financial adulthood. In this episode, we discuss How to safeguard yourself against misleading financial advice How to seek out financial knowledge for yourself and gain control of your financial narrative How to avoid shame and comparison when it comes to money   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save

You all sent in so many great questions for our 300th episode celebration that I decided to answer even more on episode 301! This time I'm answering questions like "Anyone you’d love to have on but scared to ask?" & "What 3 items are a must have if you moved in to a tiny house?"   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve 
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To celebrate reaching 300 episodes I'm answering your questions! You all sent in some great ones like "Can you tell us about an interaction with a celebrity?" & "How did you come up with Popcorn Finance?" Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve 
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Do you find yourself feeling stressed and overwhelmed when it comes to taxes? Keila Hill-Trawick is back today to help calm our nerves so that we feel a little more empowered to take on next tax season with ease and confidence. In this episode, we discuss: Why so many of us find ourselves stressed out during tax season Who truly needs the help of a tax preparer versus utilizing a self-service software How to feel more comfortable and confident when it comes to prepping for tax season all year long Links for today’s episode 
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Taxes are due every year around April 15th but that doesn’t mean you should be waiting until then to get ready. Keila Hill Trawick is the founder of Little Fish Accounting and she’s here to break down a few simple things that you can do all year long to make tax season less stressful. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve 
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How often do you ask yourself, was that food worth the money? In another special UnPopped Kernels episode I share a piece of my conversation with Justine Nelson that didn’t make it in to Episode 296 and discuss why building some flexibility in to your budget is so important.   Come Join Me on YouTube! Every episode of UnPopped Kernels has a special video version on YouTube! Come join me at https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance   Links for today’s episode Connect with Justine on Instagram Check out Debt Free Millennials on Youtube    <stron

No spend challenges are a popular strategy when trying to stick to a budget, but have you ever heard of a spending challenge? Justine Nelson, founder of Debt Free Millennials, joins me today to discuss her 30 day spending challenge, how it has helped her shift her mindset while she focuses on spending money on what matters to her, and refrains from frivolously spending on what doesn’t. Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve and H&R Block.  
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Fear over rising inflation has lead to the start of a series of interest rate increases. In another special UnPopped Kernels episode I break down how higher interest rates could affect your budget and your bank account.    Come Join Me on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance   Links for today’s episode Connect with Amanda on Instagram Find out more about Invested Development   Want to submit a question to the show?Send an email to [email protected] Send me a

I came across a controversial tweet that read, “If you’re getting 8 hours of sleep every night, you aren’t working hard enough.” This reminded me of another statement I recently heard: “If you aren’t earning 6 figures, you aren’t working hard enough.” Each week I join Natalie Lizarraga on NBCLX to discuss the latest finance topics.  In today’s episode you’ll hear our discussion on how hustle culture has us believing these false statements and how we can create our own definition of success that doesn’t revolve around what we earn.   Sponsors Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve and H&R Block.  To find out how much you could save on your auto loan, get your free quote at <span sty

Amanda Holden is back today to talk about the obsession with individual stocks that we are seeing right now. We discuss the relationship between buying stocks and the “get rich quick” mentality, along with the confidence that can set people up for disappointment when choosing to invest in individual stocks.       Links for today’s episode Connect with Amanda on Instagram Find out more about Invested Development   Want to submit a question to the show?Send an email to [email protected] Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicema

Should you focus on maxing out your IRA before investing in stocks? The idea of investing is extremely popular right now, so when a listener wrote in with this question, I knew it was one I wanted to dive into. Amanda Holden joins me to discuss how this question really isn’t an either/ or issue, and why we are hearing this question more often. Sponsor Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Auto Approve. To find out how much you could save, get your free quote at autoapprove.com/popcorn. Links for today’s episode Connect with Amanda on Instagram Find out more about Invested Development Want to submit a question to the show? <span style="

We tend to think of personal finance as a technical topic, but it is also highly emotional. How does the emotional impact of money affect the way we address our finances? This week I’m joined by Paco de Leon, founder of The Hell Yeah Group, to discuss this. We talk about the shame and guilt that can surround our finances, how we can uncover where those feelings originated, and how to address and move past these issues.  Sponsor Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by the book Cashing Out: Winning the Wealth Game by Walking Away, by Julien and Kiersten Saunders. Pre Order a copy

On today’s episode, we are talking about the impact of the Child Tax Credit expansion by the Biden administration in 2021. This expansion expired at the end of December 2021, so today I want to talk about the impact this credit had on families, along with the loss of this credit. To do that, I have Leigh Phillips joining me. Leigh is the CEO of Saverlife, a nonprofit that uses data and technology to help members save money, along with pushing for better policies and a more just economic system across the country. Leigh and I discuss how the Child Tax Credit provided stability for families, including creating stabilization of savings accounts. We also talk about how Saverlife is tracking what other impacts these monthly payments have had on families, along with the impact of losing this child credit, which they will continue tracking over the next several months. Sponsor Today’s episode is sponsored by my other podcast, This is Awkward, which I c

Andy Phillips, a Director at The Tax Institute at H&R Block, is back for a bonus episode to discuss some of the things that can cause a delay in your tax refund this year. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock    Check out our full conversation on Youtube https://youtu.be/T60-Hv1jrag   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   Connect with me <span sty

This tax season has been full of questions. It doesn't help that calling the IRS means hours on hold. This week I'm joined by Andy Phillips, a Director at The Tax Institute at H&R Block, to learn more about why the IRS is so difficult to get a hold of and the impacts of the changes to the Child Tax Credit. Check out our full conversation on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/PopcornFinance  Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock    Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voice

It's tax season yet again and millions of Americans will be receiving a tax refund. But what should you do with all that cash? This week I'll break down three things that you can do with your tax refund to get your finances moving in the right direction.   Check out This Is Awkward using the link below https://www.awkwardpodcast.com    Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   Connect with me Instagram - <a href= "htt

Parent guilt is a very real thing and can be even worse when you throw in your financial situation. This week I’m joined by Allison Baggerly to discuss a question sent in from a listener who is concerned that the “small” amount of money they are able to save for their child’s future isn’t enough. She wants to know, does this make her a bad mom? Check out This Is Awkward using the link below https://www.awkwardpodcast.com    Connect with this week’s guest! Check out Allison’s podcast, Inspired Budget https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inspired-

The cost of love, is it increasing with inflation? This week the Editor in Chief of TheBalance.com, Kristin Myers, joins me to break down some stats that show just that. We’ll discuss the rising cost of dating in 2022 and what things will be more expensive this Valentine’s Day.    Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock   Connect with this week’s guest! Check out Kristin’s article on the rising cost of dating at https://www.theb

It feels like we hear about inflation every single day and many of us have felt its impacts in our daily lives. You may have heard that this high inflation was only supposed to be temporary, but it seems to be sticking around. This week I’ll dive in to some factors that are causing this persistent inflation and also what this means for mortgage interest rates.   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock   Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance" target="_blank

How do you maintain a strong credit score after paying off all of your debt? A listener wrote in wanting to know the answer to this question. This week I'll answer this question and break down what goes in to your credit score calculation.   Today's bag of popcorn is brough to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   Connect with me Instagram - <span style= "fo

Personal finance hot takes, the internet is full of them. This week I'll tackle a particularly bad hot take with my This is Awkward cohost Allison Baggerly. Check out the full conversation from episode 43 of This is Awkward! https://www.awkwardpodcast.com/43-you-arent-working-hard-enough Today's bag of popcorn is brough to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   Connect with me

Can I contribute to an IRA and a 401(k) at the same time? A listener wrote in with this exact question so this week I'll break this question down and dive deeper in to what makes these plans different.   Today's bag of popcorn is brough to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock   Grab a copy of Wallet Activism at https://bookshop.org/a/2450/9781953295590   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259</span

Does even thinking about the tax code overwhelm you? In today's episode a listener wrote in to ask how they could contribute to a Roth IRA even though their tax status prevents them. I walk through the details of the little known backdoor Roth IRA and how it can be used to get that amazing tax savings.   Today's bag of popcorn is brough to you by H&R Block! Get 20% off your online tax filing by visit https://PopcornFinance.com/HRBlock   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or Call 707-200-8259   Connect with me Instagram - <spa

It's a brand new year, should we be setting financial goals? Goal setting is a great practice so I want to help you out with 4 unique goals that you can add to your list for 2022. Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   <str

This is the time of year when everyone shares the many goals they achieved during 2021. That's not what we're doing on Popcorn Finance this week! This week I'm joined by the amazing Berna Anat to discuss all of the goals that we failed to achieve this year. Because it's great to talk about what we've accomplished, but it is so freeing to share our failures! Connect with this week’s guest! Check out my guest appearance on Money Please here. Follow Berna on Instagram for updates on her podcast and video series, and to pre-order her book - @heyberna Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail</

Many of us would like to make a differrence through donating, but it can often feel daunting to find the right place to give. Tanja Hester, author of Wallet Activism, joins us once again to help us understand the best ways to donate.   Giveaway Details! To enter to win 1 of the 2 copies of Wallet Activism I am giving away, just send me an email to [email protected] or send me a DM on instagram @PopcornFinancePodcast and tell me why you'd like to win a copy.   Connect with this week’s guest! Follow Tanja on Instagram @OurNextLife or check out her amazing work at https://ournextlife.com Grab a copy of Wallet Activism at <a class= "text-blue underline focus-visible" content

What do you do when you find out your partner spent more on a gift than they should have? This week we are getting awkward with this story from This is Awkward, the other podcast I cohost. A listener wrote in to get our advice after receiving a gift from her husband that he clearly overpaid for. Should she tell him that he overpaid and return the gift or should she let him think he got a great deal? Check out all our awkwardness on a full episode of This is Awkward! https://AwkwardPodcast.com   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepodcast

Purchasing a home is a huge financial milestone, but that doesn't mean that it is right for everyone. This week I am joined by Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez to discuss our thoughts on why renting can be a great financial move and the pressure so many of us feel to become homeowners. Connect with this week’s guest! Follow Stefanie on Instagram @stefanieoconnell  Listen to Money Confidential https://www.realsimple.com/money/money-confidential-podcast/about-money-confidential-podcast   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect w

I think we would all like to make a positive impact on this world, but often it can difficult to know how. This week I'm joined by Tanja Hester, author of Wallet Activism, to learn how we can use the money we earn to make real lasting change. Connect with this week’s guest! Follow Tanja on Instagram @OurNextLife or check out her amazing work at https://ournextlife.com Grab a copy of Wallet Activism at https://bookshop.org/a/2450/9781953295590   Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinan

It is so easy to become overwhelmed with what feels like a never ending stream of new stocks and cryptocurrencies to invest in. But, what about the boring old foundational concepts of personal finance? Are you neglecting those for a chance to “get rich quick”? This week I’m joined by the one and only Berna Anat to break down why it’s important to bring our finances back to basics before we start throwing money at any of these new investments out there. Connect with this week’s guest! Check out my guest appearance on Money Please here. Follow Berna on Instagram for updates on her podcast and video series, and to pre-order her book - @heyberna Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href="https://

Should you merge finances with your significant other or keep everything separate? There’s nothing like a little financial weight being lifted when you decide to share living expenses with someone! That being said, is it smart to still keep a small stash of your own coin? I was recently a guest on KFI AM640 where Kelvin Washington and I discussed finding a happy medium.  Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https:

Are you already overwhelmed with the thought of spending money this holiday season? If so you're not alone. This week I'm joined by Kristin Myers, Editor-in-Chief of https://TheBalance.com, to discuss how you can best prepare yourself and your finances for the upcoming holiday spending rush.   Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Capitalize! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize to get free expert help rolling over your old 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans today! Connect with this week’s guest Kristin! Twitter - https://twitter.com/KristinReports Check out The Balances Holiday Gift Guide - https://www.thebalance.com/digital-money-gift-guide-5207879   H

Would you rather have a perfect credit score or $100,000? This week I’m joined by Kevin Matthews to discuss why we sometimes place so much emphasis on the credit score and what other areas of our finances we should treat with just as much, if not more, importance. Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Capitalize! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize to get free expert help rolling over your old 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans today! Connect with this week’s guest! https://BuildingBread.com Twitter @BuildingBread Kevin’s Book - Burning to Blueprint: Rebuilding Black Wall Street After a Century of Silence   Have a

Do I build up my emergency fund or pay down my debt? This is the question so many of us are faced with so in this week’s episodeI'll break down the cost of saving versus paying down debt and how you can make the best decision for your finances.   Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Capitalize! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize to get free expert help rolling over your old 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans today!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFina

Why would you choose to work with a professional to help with your financial planning? In today’s episode, I’m back with Caleb Silver of Investopedia to discuss why our financial lives are so much more than just our investments.   Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Capitalize! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Capitalize to get free expert help rolling over your old 401(k), 403(b), and 457 plans today!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast</span

Are mutual fund fees hidden or just hard to find?  One thing is for certain, the information on them is printed extra small! In this week’s episode, Caleb Silver of Investopedia is back to discuss the different types of mutual fund fees, how much of your returns go towards paying fund managers, and how to choose a mutual fund that makes paying fees worth it. Thanks to Regina for sending in the great question!   Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Trust & Will. Head to https://TrustandWill.com/Popcorn for 10% OFF & FREE SHIPPING on a trust or will!   Have a Question? Send me a message at <span st

Is there a one size fits all solution?  In last week’s episode, we discussed the topic of our social security system running out of money, and today I’m back discussing some possible solutions to the issue. Some ideas are more popular than others, and some carry less risk. If you’re curious about what the future holds for your own golden age, be sure to check out this episode.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <

Are you concerned that Social Security won’t be there for you in the future? It’s understandable if you are with the latest news from the annual Social Security and Medicare trustees report. The Social Security program is projected to exhaust its trust by 2033. Find out what this means for the future of the program and why the program is struggling in this week’s episode. Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https

For a lot of us, the topic of money was never spoken about with our parents, and the pattern of avoidance has continued with our own kids. While we want our children to handle their money well, we might not know where to start. In this week’s episode, John Lanza, author of The Art of Allowance discusses his method of encouraging our kids to make wise choices about their money, as well as how to get them used to budgeting before they need to pay bills of their own.   Come Join Me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - <a href= "h

Emergency funds, student loans, car payments and retirement plans - what should take first priority in your master financial plan? If your list of money items to tackle is long, it can be easy for decision paralysis to set in and for you to put off making any decisions at all! In this week’s episode, I answer a listener’s question about the first path to take after a personal budget is in place.     Come Join Me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - <

This week I am back on KFI AM 640 to discuss the $5.8 billion in student loans that are scheduled to be forgiven.   Come Join Me on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/c/PopcornFinance   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.faceb

Has helping a friend ever gotten weird for you? Friendly favors are usually no big deal, but what about when there’s money involved? Financial gains, no matter the amount, can certainly make things tricky. And when past favors between friends are tallied up and used as ammunition, resentment can brew. In this week’s episode, I share with you a call that Allison Baggerly, my co-host from the This Is Awkward Podcast and I received about an affiliate marketing money situation that got weird fast.   Today's Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Trust & Will. Head to TrustandWill.com/Popcorn for 10% OFF & FREE SHIPPING on a trust or will!   This Is Awkward <span style="font

Looking to purchase a big ticket item?  Whether it’s a home or a vehicle purchase that’s on your radar, your credit score will be taken into consideration before being granted the loan! So what kind of score is needed to receive the best interest rate? In this week’s episode I answer a listener’s question about how perfect your credit score really needs to be to receive that prime rate. Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail    Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast<

Have you experienced FOMO with the many investment opportunities floating around?   Hearing about the large sums of money people have made overnight can make us anxious to get in on the investment action ourselves - so anxious we can throw caution to the wind and simply hope for the best. Jessica Moorhouse is a millennial money expert, speaker, Accredited Financial Counsellor Canada®, award-winning blogger, host of the <span style="font

Have you ever felt insecure about your financial situation? If so, you aren’t the only one. In this week’s episode I discuss how high cost of living, student loans and planning for retirement are putting pressure on millennials' bank accounts and wallets, as well as a simple trick to help reign in some of your spending.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter -</spa

Has inflation been on your mind lately? It’s no secret that certain prices are rising, and I recently returned to KFI AM 640 radio to answer questions relating to whether we should be worried, what is causing prices to rise in the first place, how inflation is affecting Social Security and the indicators we use to measure inflation. Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail    Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter -

Do you ever feel like you are too focused on money? Once our basic costs of living are covered, making extra money to spend, save, or invest can raise some interesting emotions in ourselves. Questions of self-worth and being deserving of wealth can bubble up. This week, Finance and Lifestyle writer Connie Conpoint is back to discuss how to be comfortable with wealth building and how to separate money and career from self-worth.   Connect with Connie  Instagram - @conpoint Have a Question? Send me a message at <span st

Do you have a will in place yet? When you think of estate planning, things like your house, car, and money probably come to mind. In reality, the plan for what happens when you are gone encompasses so much more, but it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. In today’s episode, Ifeoma "Iffy" Ibekwe explains what actually goes into an effective estate plan. Iffy is the CEO and Principal Attorney of Ibekwe Law, and has devoted her career to educating others on the importance of planning ahead and not leaving your trust and will to chance.   Connect with Iffy Instagram - @iffyibekweesq For a Complimentary Estate Planning Consultati

Whether you’re looking to buy a house or purchase a new car, one thing is certain – your credit score will be looked at! So how do you create a credit score to be proud of? A listener recently asked me this exact question, and in today’s episode I discuss the 5 main factors that go into determining your credit score, as well as the myth that keeping a balance on your card is a good idea.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https:

Should you wait until the end of your career to celebrate your retirement? This week’s guest says no! Connie aka Conpoint, is a finance and lifestyle writer who started her money journey in 2018 and is on track to reach Financial Independence/Early Retirement in her 30s. In this episode she explains how celebrating the mini-money goals you achieve on the path to your final retirement is not only fun, but keeps you motivated to hit that final target! Connect with Connie Check Out Connie’s Instagram here   Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Statement Cards Check out Statement Cards here   Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href= "https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance" target="_blank" rel= "

Lending money to a friend in their time of need can just feel like the right thing to do. But what happens when you aren’t paid back, and the loan is never spoken of again? This week I’m sharing a clip from a recent episode of This Is Awkward, a podcast that I host alongside Allison Baggerly of Inspired Budget, where we discuss an anonymous listener who is dealing with this exact money situation. Listen to the Full Episode at https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward Have an awkward money situation that you would like us to discuss on This is Awkward? Give us a call at (707) 200-8259.   Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href= "https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance" target="_blank" rel= "noopener"

As the country begins to reopen many businesses are noticing that their staff is not returning. Many blame unemployment benefits, but I think that this situation is a little more complex. I joined Shannon and Gary once again on KFI AM 640 to discuss the reasons behind the perceived lack of available employees.   Check out the episode here   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me <span style="font-wei

While rising costs are inevitable and may be out of our control, INVESTING is the most surefire way to keep money working in our favor and not against us! In today's episode I explain the direct relationship between investing and inflation, and why hiding your money under the mattress is never a good idea. Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://tw

Are prices always increasing? Today we talk about what costs have actually decreased over time, as well as examine if today’s worry about inflation is warranted and how we got into this situation to begin with. Today’s Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Trust & Will. Head to https://popcornfinance.com/TrustAndWill for 10% OFF & FREE SHIPPING on a trust or will!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram - @

It feels like Cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and DogeCoin are all anyone is talking about these days. I joined Shannon and Gary on KFI AM 640 to breakdown the crypto craze and the scams that have started to pop up. Check out my full conversation with Shannon and Gary on KFI AM 640 here   Today's Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Trust & Will. Head to TrustandWill.com/Popcorn for 10% OFF & FREE SHIPPING on a trust or will!   Have a Question? Send me a message at <span style= "font

The finance world is full of acronyms that at first glance can make little sense! Two inquisitive listeners recently submitted their questions on retirement accounts, so be sure to tune in to this episode where I share the full breakdown, as well as the tax benefits of each.   Check out Liz Weston’s article here Listen to the Journey to Launch podcast here   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connec

Decisions, Decisions. In this episode of the podcast I use my love for number crunching to thoroughly analyze one listener’s debate between two raffle prize options -  a lump sum of money or a free car lease term!  As you will see, there are creative ways to make the most out of either option. Listen to hear what I think the right choice is!    Today's Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Trust & Will. Head to TrustandWill.com/Popcorn for 10% OFF & FREE SHIPPING on a trust or will!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voice

When cash is running low, the last thing you want to do is set up a budget! Don’t you need money before you can plan how to spend it? Not exactly! In this episode, budgeting pro Allison Baggerly returns to show you how being broke is actually the BEST time to create your money plan.   Need Budgeting Help? Connect with Allison: Website - https://inspiredbudget.com  Instagram - @inspiredbudget   CNBC Grow Article <a href= "https://grow.acorns.com/popcorn-fin

Can you save as well as splurge? In this week’s episode, financial writer and author of Money Hacks Lisa Rowan says you bet. Find out what her simple hack for getting the best of both world’s is.   Today's Bag of Popcorn is brought to you by Trust & Will. Head to TrustandWill.com/Popcorn for 10% OFF & FREE SHIPPING on a trust or will!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www.instagram.

Trading vs Investing – is there a difference? Today we answer that exact question with help from Caleb Silver of Investopedia.com and Lauren Silbert of TheBalance.com. Find out what Caleb has to say about the two different approaches and learn a simple calculation from Lauren to find out how long your investments will take to double.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail</sp

Listener Tame wrote in wanting to know the difference between an ETF and a Mutual Fund. This is a great question and Editor in Chief of Investopedia, Caleb Silver, is back to help us better understand ETFs aka Exchange Traded Funds. Full Show Notes Here Check out the entire Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101!   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Statement Event, a 1-day virtual conversation exploring the relationship between gender equity and financial power. Register for free at https://www.statementevent.co   Have a Question? Send me a message at <a href= "https:

Investing can and should be simple. One of the simplest investment options out there is the index fund. I've been working on a new analogy using cake to help us all better understand how index funds work.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <span class="

NFTs, Bitcoin, & GameStop. All of these investments have gotten so much attention over the past year or so that you may feel like you are doing something wrong if you haven't throw some of your money at these options. This week I want to talk to you about being a boring investor and how my boring approach earned me over 24% in 2020.   Check out the entire Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me</spa

Is it ok to keep your money problems secret from your partner? This week Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez joins me to discuss a recent episode of her podcast Money Confidential where a guest struggles with a secret she's keeping from her partner. Connect with Stefanie at https://stefanieoconnell.com and check out her podcast Money Confidential at https://www.realsimple.com/money/money-confidential-podcast    Have a Question? Send me a message at <span

The engagement ring is seen as the universal symbol of love and commitment. But it is also a huge expense and some, like today's guest, are opting to skip it all together. Author and speaker Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez joins me today to discuss why she decided to turn down her engagement ring. Connect with Stefanie at https://stefanieoconnell.com and check out her new podcast Money Confidential at https://www.realsimple.com/money/money-confidential-podcast   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connec

Andy Phillips, a Director at the Tax Institute with H&R Block, returns for a bonus bag of popcorn and to answer more of your tax questions! Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block!
Tax season can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. H&R Block is available to answer your tax questions or handle the whole process for you! Visit https://hrblock.com/popcorn for 20% off your online tax filing!   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   This Is Awkward Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward

Are you looking for a new side hustle? DO you enjoy shopping for furniture? Then today’s guest, Whitney Hansen, is going to give you a crash course on furniture flipping. Connect with Whitney at WhitneyHansen.com and check out her great podcast The Money Nerds - https://www.themoneynerds.com Watch Whitney’s YouTube video guide to flipping furniture at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGKB7RcwgQE One of Whitney’s favorite sites to pick up furniture is https://hibid.com Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   <st

This week, Robert Farrington is back to answer more of your student loan questions. Today’s question: “Does Paying Off Student Loans Affect My Credit?”. Robert Farrington is a wealth of knowledge on student loans. His business, The College Investor, has been helping people escape student loan debt since 2009. Connect with Robert at https://thecollegeinvestor.com/.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me <p

We are all looking for hacks to help us get better at managing our money. This week’s guest, Lisa Rowan, wrote a book compiling over 275 money hacks that she has collected over years of writing about personal finance. Today we are diving in to a few of my favorite including ways to limit impulse shopping at your favorite retail store or restaurant and a quick hack to help you make smarter spending decisions. Connect with Lisa at http://www.lisarowan.com Grab Lisa’s New Book “Money Hacks: 275+ Ways to Decrease Spending, Increase Savings, and Make Your Money Work for You!” today. Check out her website (http://www.lisarowan.com/book) to find her book at a store near you. Don’t forget to check your local bookstores too!   Have a Question? <p class=

This week, Robert Farrington is back to answer more of your student loan questions. Today’s question: “Do I pay my student loan debt first?”.   Robert Farrington is a wealth of knowledge on student loans. His business, The College Investor, has been helping people escape student loan debt since 2009. Connect with Robert at https://thecollegeinvestor.com/.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me</span

This is our final episode in the Pandemic Job Hunt Series. We’re back this week with Kate Dixon a to discuss how to ask for a raise at your current job. Asking for a pay raise, especially in a pandemic, can be nerve wracking to say the least, but Kate teaches us how to do it in a methodical but easy way which includes how to research average pay scales for your current position.   Kate Dixon is a salary negotiations coach who has spent over 25 years working with companies such as Nike, Intel, & American Express and she joins us to share the expert negotiation tips and tricks she's learned. Connect with Kate at www.katedixon.org   <strong

We are continuing the Pandemic Job Hunt Series with a great conversation about asking for the pay you deserve in a new position. After all the work it took to finally get that new position it can be scary to ask for the pay you feel you deserve.  Kate Dixon is a salary negotiations coach who has spent over 25 years working with companies such as Nike, Intel, & American Express and she joins us to share the expert negotiation tips and tricks she's learned. Connect with Kate at www.katedixon.org   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Inst

This week, I’m talking to Aditi Shrikant, finance writer at CNBC’s Grow. We are discussing all things cover letter. What a cover letter is and how to use your cover letter to stand out in the sea of applicants. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block!Tax season can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. H&R Block is available to answer your tax questions or handle the whole process for you! Visit https://hrblock.com/popcorn for 20% off your online tax filing! Check out the cover letter article we referenced in today’s episode at https://grow.acorns.com/cover-lett

Today we are kicking off the Pandemic Job Hunt series. Things are not easy right now and looking for a job can seem like a hopeless and pointless mission. So I've asked 3 experts to join me to provide you with some resources to help you along in your journey. Whether that is looking for work or negotiating the pay you deserve. Joining me this week is Rich Jones of Paychecks and Balances. Rich is a recruiter with over a decade of experience and shares an honest look at the job market and some things that you can do to step up your game on LinkedIn.   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Tax season can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. H&R Block is available to answer your tax qu

GameStop is ALL over the news. Here is a quick breakdown of what's going on and how this whole mess started.   Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance This Is Awkward Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward

Joining me this week is Andy Phillips the Director at the Tax Institute with H&R Block. Andy is here to answer the tax questions that you all sent in! Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Tax season can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. H&R Block is available to answer your tax questions or handle the whole process for you! Visit https://hrblock.com/popcorn for 20% off your online tax filing! Have a Question? Send me a message at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook

Updates on the extended student loan pause and Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestor.com is back to help me answer more of your student loan questions! If you have more questions on student loan forgiveness head over to https://thecollegeinvestor.com/578/ways-to-get-student-loan-forgiveness Resources Forbes Article: Student Loans Are Paused—Here’s What It Means For You https://www.forbes.com/sites/zackfriedman/2021/01/21/heres-how-bidens-plan-to-pause-student-loans-works/?sh=3aaf25e456b7  219: How Much is OK to Take Out in Student Loans https://pod.fo/e/ab3d1   

Julian and Kiersten of rich & REGULAR return to take a look back at their first appearance way back on episode 099. We get an update on their thoughts on the F.I.R.E. movement (Financial Independence Retire Early) & how their outlook on financial independence and retirement has changed. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by H&R Block! Tax season can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. H&R Block is available to answer your tax questions or handle the whole process for you! Visit https://hrblock.com/popcorn for 20% off your online tax filing! You can learn more about Julian and Kiersten Saunders and rich & REGULAR at https://richandregular.com. You can also find them on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. They have an amazing video series called Money on the Table available to watch on both YouTube

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Square Card! If you have a business, you can’t afford not to listen to this episode. Keila Hill-Trawick, of Little Fish Accounting, joins me to discuss how to manage and separate your finances for your business and your personal money. She dives deep into the biggest tax mistakes she sees most often with small business owners and how you can avoid them. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Square Card! Whether you’re a small business owner or just making a little extra cash on the s

You and your partner likely have completely different views about finances and what you feel comfortable discussing with other people. This makes an already tricky subject even more complicated. Erin Lowry, author of the Broke Millennial Talks Money, joins me to discuss how to talk about your finances in a way that makes both you and your partner feel comfortable.   You can learn more about Erin Lowry and the Broke Millennial at https://brokemillennial.com/. Her new book Broke Millennial Talks Money is out wherever books are sold. If you decide to buy a copy and support Erin's work, she has a free gift for you. To redeem your free gift email [email protected] and put Proof of Purchase (Popcorn Finance) in the subject line.   <

Talking about being broke with your friends and telling them something isn't in your budget can be difficult. It can be awkward, especially if you're not on the same page financially. Erin Lowry of the Broke Millennial joins me to discuss how to handle these conversations a little bit easier in our lives.   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Square Card! Whether you’re a small business owner or just making a little extra cash on the side by delivering food or tutoring, keeping track of your expenses is so important. Keep your finances in order by signing up for a FREE custom Square Card by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/squarecard<

Have you ever gone out to eat with a bad tipper? On This Is Awkward a caller asked for our help on this very issue. Her friend blew up and left a restaurant when she found out her friend was making up for her bad tipping. Check out this clip and then listen to the full episode of This Is Awkward using the link bel

401(k) Q&A! I received one more Roth vs Traditional question that was too good not to answer on the show. Links to sources I used for researching answers to your 401(k) questions can be found at https://popcornfinance.com/401ksources   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Square Card! Whether you’re a small business owner or just making a little extra cash on the side by delivering food or tutoring, keeping track of your expenses is so important. Keep your finances in order by signing up for a FREE custom Square Card by visiting https://popcornfinance.co

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Square Card!   Small business owners have been hit so hard by the effects the pandemic has had on the economy. To better understand these struggles I'm joined by Doran Poma, owner of Haute Beauty Guide by Doran, to learn how she has been impacted and the pivot she's made to keep her business alive.   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Square Card! Whether you’re a small business owner or just making a little extra cash on the side by delivering food or tutoring, keeping track of your expenses is so important. Keep your finances in order by signing up for a FREE custom Square Card by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/squarecard</spa

Robert Farrington of TheCollegeInvestor.com is back to help me answer your student loan questions in this special Q&A episode! If you have more questions on student loan forgiveness head over to https://thecollegeinvestor.com/578/ways-to-get-student-loan-forgiveness   Have a Question? Ask me at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail!   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast<

The student loan situation has gotten so confusing. Do I need to make payments? Will my student loans be forgiven? Robert Farrington, founder of TheCollegeInvestor.com, joins me to answer these questions and more! If you have more questions on student loan forgiveness head over to https://thecollegeinvestor.com/578/ways-to-get-student-loan-forgiveness   Have a Question? Ask me at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail!   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance <p

Dealing with the shame around money can be so difficult, especially around the holidays. So my black friday gift to all of you is this bonus conversation with Money Coach Zina Kumok of www.consciouscoins.com. Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

401(k) Q&A Time! What's better, the Traditional or Roth 401(k)? We tackle this question and more this week! https://popcornfinance.com/401ksources Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter -

401(k) Q&A Time! This week we are taking a look at the 401(k) match. What is it, Why does it exist, and What to do if you don't get one? To check out the sources I've been using for these 401(k) Q&A episodes check out the link below. https://popcornfinance.com/401ksources Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance</

We are poppin' back in to our 401(k) discussion with your questions! This week we are helping a listener who is terrified to invest and breaking down how many 401(k) plans you can actually have.   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance<

Let's be honest... we are all a little preoccupied with the election. So this week I thought I'd share a clip from one of the most controversial episodes of This Is Awkward to date! A listener wrote in and shared with us that her husband resents the debt she brought in to the relationship and is now unwilling to help. Check out this clip and then listen to the full episode of This Is Awkward using the link below! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Face

What is the difference between a traditional 401(k) and the Roth 401(k)? Today we are going to walk through what makes these plans different. It's Hispanic Heritage Month and I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the Latinx experts that have been a part of Popcorn Finance. Click the link below to check out their work and to listen to their appearance on Popcorn Finance. https://PopcornFinance.com/HHM   For links to the past investing episodes referenced visit https://popcornfinance.com/InvestingEpisodes    Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   <p class="p1"

The 401(k) can seem confusing and like you will never understand how they work.  In this episode I will break down the rules of the 401(k) and some details you should know. It's Hispanic Heritage Month and I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the Latinx experts that have been a part of Popcorn Finance. Click the link below to check out their work and to listen to their appearance on Popcorn Finance. https://PopcornFinance.com/HHM   For links to the past investing episodes referenced visit https://popcornfinance.com/InvestingEpisodes    Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward <p

If you’ve ever built up a savings account, you've probably been hit with guilt when you have to pull money out.  We put so much time and effort into this process of saving up money that when something comes up, like a medical bill or car expense, it feels very defeating to have to spend that money. Pedro Moura joins me to discuss how to deal with these feelings.   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance</

Are you saving or investing for retirement?  Erin Lowry from BrokeMillennial.com joins me to discuss why it is so important to change the language we use when we talk about preparing for retirement. Catch up with Erin on Instagram at @BrokeMillennial or check out her book Broke Millennial Takes on Investing on Amazon or your local library.   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   <s

Talking about money with your partner can be difficult even under the best conditions.  Add in a pandemic and it can seem nearly impossible.  Andy Hill of the Marriage, Kids and Money podcast joins me to discuss how we've been handling these conversations in our lives. You can learn more about Andy Hill and the Marriage, Kids and Money podcast at Marriagekidsandmoney.com/Playbook   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast

We need to invest hundreds of thousands of dollars over our lifetime in order to retire.  But have you ever been curious how the companies we invest in benefit from our money? I reached out to Caleb Silver, Editor in Chief of Investopedia, and Kinsey Grant, host of Business Casual, to better understand the impact of our investments.   You can learn more about Kinsey and Business Casual at https://www.businesscasual.fm   You can visit Investopedia.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing.   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://pod

Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic.  We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument! This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs! Today Kinsey Grant is back and ready to debate!  Our topic... Business casual dress code - Are you for it or against it? VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE on Instagram @PopcornFinancePodcast   You can learn more about Kinsey and Business Casual at https://www.businesscasual.fm   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinan

The term ethical investing is becoming more and more common these days.  But what does this truly mean?  Kinsey Grant, host of Business Casual, joins me to breakdown what exactly makes and investment ethical and how you can start using your money to make a difference.  You can learn more about Kinsey and Business Casual at https://www.businesscasual.fm   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter

This week things are getting awkward!⁠ ⁠ On the Popcorn Finance feed I'm bringing you a special dose of This Is Awkward, my other not so secret podcast that I host with Allison from Inspired Budget.⁠ ⁠ This week we hear from Michelle who has a sister that doesn’t enjoy giving gifts...even for Christmas. Michelle’s mom disagrees and makes an interesting financial demand.⁠ ⁠ Check out more episodes of This Is Awkward using the link below! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance</span

The 401(k).  You've probably heard about this plan over and over again.  But, do you know how this plan came to be?  Today we will break down the birth of the 401(k) plan. Check out the entire Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101!   Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance <span

What happens when you are a new parent and are only taking home $17,000 a year?  Caroline Vencil (carolinevencil.com) shares how she took control of her finances even though she only had a modest income to work with. Also Caroline shared a link for a free tool you can use to get started on managing your finances -  CarolineVencil.com/PopcornFinance Today's episode is sponsored by Statement Cards! Find the perfect card to celebrate the important career and money milestones in your life! https://stefanieoconnell.com/statement-cards-all-products   Connect with me Instagram - @Popcor

I got to work with CNBC on a quiz to help you learn more about handling your finances.  This reminded me of a conversation that I had with Erin Lowry from BrokeMillennial.com. Should I invest if I'm in debt?  Stick around to listen and check out the CNBC quiz below! Catch up with Erin on Instagram at @BrokeMillennial.   CNBC Quiz https://www.cnbc.com/2020/08/07/smart-money-moves-to-make-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic.html LA Times Article https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2020-08-14/you-lost-your-job-heres-a-12-step-action-plan-to-save-yourself   <p

Episode 200! What more can I say!?  None of this would be possible without you all listening each week.   So I'm dedicating this episode to all of you! Past guests featured in this episode Allison Baggerly - Episode 168 Brad Barrett - Episode 097 Cait Flanders - Episode 095 Jamila Souffrant - Episode 056 & Episode 004 (Listen at your own risk) Jen Smith - Episode 045 & Episode 094 Rich & regular - Episode 099 Rich Jones - Episode 117 Sahirenys - Episode 170 <spa

The lifestyle we choose to live can have a significant impact on when we can retire.  That may sound simple, but it's not always that obvious.  In today's episode I will give you some concrete examples of how small changes can have a big impact on when you can retire. ======= Want to be a part of episode 200? Leave me a voicemail at (707) 200-829 or at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail with your response to the following questions: What has been your favorite episode? Who has been your favorite guest? What is something that you have learned while listening to Popcorn Finance? Bonus extra credit if you also record yourself saying the Popcorn Finance intro: Hey this is (your name here), hope you're doing well, and welcome to Popcorn Finance, the show where we discuss finance in abou

Last week we discussed how investing protects our money from losing value.  This week I'll be walking you through a simple way to figure out how much money you may need to retire. ======= Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward ======= Want to be a part of episode 200? Leave me a voicemail at (707) 200-829 or at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail with your response to the following questions: What has been your favorite episode? Who has been your favorite guest? What is something that you have learned while listening to Popcorn Finance? Bonus extra credit if you also record yourself saying the Popc

The goods and services that we all buy get more expensive with each year thanks to inflation.  Today I will walk you through how investing for your retirement can help fight off this invisible destroyer of wealth. ======= Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward ======= Want to be a part of episode 200? Leave me a voicemail at (707) 200-829 or at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail with your response to the following questions: What has been your favorite episode? Who has been your favorite guest? What is something that you have learned while listening to Popcorn Finance? Bonus extra credit if you al

Allison of InspiredBudget.com joins me to answer a listeners question.  Annah wrote in asking how to handle the fact that her goal of paying her car off in two years is causing her to run out of money each month. Hear more from Allison at https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbudget ======= Check our new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward <span style="font-weight:

Investing can be a very scary concept.  Caleb Silver of Investopedia.com joins me to share some tips on what to keep in mind when you start investing for the first time. To learn more about Robo Advisors check out Episode 156 https://podfollow.com/popcornfinance/episode/99f7b7ba34a0ae8dffd39907a6aa527f653ccd35 You can visit Investopedia.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing. You can also follow Investopedia on IG (@Investopedia) and Twitter (@Investopedia). ======= Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below.

Today we are celebrating reaching 3 years of Popcorn Finance together! Want to be a part of episode 200? Leave me a voicemail at (707) 200-829 or at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail with your response to the following questions: What has been your favorite episode? Who has been your favorite guest? What is something that you have learned while listening to Popcorn Finance? Bonus extra credit if you also record yourself saying the Popcorn Finance intro: Hey this is (your name here), hope you're doing well, and welcome to Popcorn Finance, the show where we discuss finance in about the time it takes to make a bag of popcorn. You can also email your responses to [email protected] Connect with me <span

When there is so much financial uncertainty in the world i like to sit down and create an emergency budget.  It's not that I think that something bad is going to happen, but I like to be prepared in the event that it does.  On today's episode I share with you how to create an emergency budget. ======= Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward using the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward ======= Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.com

Getting rich by investing in the stock market sounds great.  But too often we hear stories of how wealthy you can become by making just a few quick, smart trades.  Caleb Silver from Investopedia.com joins me to break down the difference between stock trading and long term investing. There's also a special guest appearance from Lauren Silbert of TheBalance.com to help us understand the power of the Rule of 72. Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

This has been a very difficult week both mentally and emotionally.  So I've decided to share a recent episode from my new podcast This Is Awkward to help continue the necessary conversations around race and inequality. You can check out This Is Awkward at the link below. https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward ======= This Is Awkward Episode 007 In today’s episode we have the difficult, yet necessary conversation surrounding how every person can adopt a commitment to fight racism both in their home and in this world. ======= Click the link below to get access to all the resources and Inst

We would all like to see our savings account grow, but at times it can be hard to find ways to free up the cash to reach that goal.  Yanely joins me on the podcast to share how she bartered her way to reaching her savings goals. Today’s Guests Yanely Espinal Twitter - Twitter.com/MissBeHelpful Instagram - Instagram.com/MissBeHelpful   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https

Words for a difficult time Excerpt from an op-ed piece written in the LA Times by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar entitled "Don’t understand the protests? What you’re seeing is people pushed to the edge" https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-05-30/dont-understand-the-protests-what-youre-seeing-is-people-pushed-to-the-edge

Special Quick Pop Episode with and actual Popcorn Finance listener, Claudia! Want to be on a future Popcorn Finance episode? Send me a DM on Instagram - @PopcornFinancePodcast, Facebook - Popcorn Finance, or email at [email protected] answering the following questions. Why would you like to join me on Popcorn Finance? Who has been one of your favorite guests? What has been one of your favorite episodes? . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Brian Hawkins of Tiny House Movement.  In this quick & fun rapid fire question session we answer all of your burning tiny home questions! . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music from Fun Time by Dj Quads: https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads Jazzaddict's Intro by Cosimo Fogg (201) https://soundcloud.c

I love Tiny Homes, but they are not for everyone. Brian Hawkins of Tiny House Movement is back to discuss how tiny living isn't for everyone and what you need to keep in mind if you are considering purchasing a tiny home of your own.   . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

A brain aneurysm put today's guest's financial plan to the test.  Sharon Epperson, CNBC’s Senior Personal Finance Correspondent, shares her story as an example as to why putting emergency plans in place for your finances is crucial for you and your family. Today’s Guests Sharon Epperson Twitter - Twitter.com/sharon_epperson Instagram - Instagram.com/sharoneppersoncnbc   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com

I get so many credit offers in the mail and I'm sick of it!  In today's episode I will walk you through how to put a stop to that credit card junk mail. List of Sources for Today’s Episode OptOutPrescreen.com What are prescreened offers? – https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0148-prescreened-credit-and-insurance-offers The Fair Credit Reporting Act – https://www.investopedia.com/terms/f/fair-credit-reporting-act-fcra.asp

There are still a lot of questions around these stimulus checks such as; Will I have to pay this stimulus check back?  and How do I update my bank account information? I'll answer these questions and more on this week's episode. Still confused about what this stimulus check is all about?  Contact me at https://popcornfinance.com/contact . . . . .  Links Mentioned in Today's Episode https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment-frequently-asked-questions . . . . .  Check out my new podcast <a href= "https://podfollow.com/this-is

You've seen it all over the news, most of us will be receiving a $1,200+ stimulus check. In today's episode I will be breaking down your questions: Will I Be Getting a Check? How Much Will I be Getting? Still confused about what this stimulus check is all about?  Contact me at https://popcornfinance.com/contact . . . . .  Join us for Popcorn Finance Game Night Every Monday at 6pm pt / 9pm et! PopcornFinance.com/GameNight . . . . .  Check out my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepo

Join us for Popcorn Finance Game Night Every Monday at 6pm pt / 9pm et! PopcornFinance.com/GameNight   Life as we all know it has changed and it is understandable to feel anxious and fearful.  So to hopefully help you all (and myself) deal with this situation a little bit better, licensed therapists Maelisa Hall & Amber Hawley are joining us to share some tips on how to handle our stress.   Today’s Guests Amber Hawley https://www.instagram.com/itsamberhawley https://www.mybizbestie.com Maelisa Hall <span cla

Caleb Silver, Editor in Chief of Investopedia, goes in to detail on how the current economic slow down we are experiencing in 2020 caused by COVID-19 compares to the Great Recession of 2007-2009. You can visit Investopedia.com & TheBalance.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing. You can also follow Investopedia on IG (@Investopedia) and Twitter (@Investopedia). . . . . . Free Financial Planning Resources Onefpa.org/probonoplanning  SavvyLadies.org . . . . .  Check out my new podcast This Is Awkwar

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Empower! Get $5 when you use offer code POPCORN and reach your savings goal. Visit https://empower.me/popcorn for more details.   Berna Anat aka Hey Berna is back for a Pop-Up Debate!!!  Our topic... What is the Superior Breakfast Experience? The best part is that you get to decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepodcast What is a Pop-Up Debate? This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic.  We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument! This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...p

Editor in Chief of Investopedia.com, Caleb Silver, is here to help breakdown another investing term that we've been hearing a lot in these uncertain times, The Bear Market.  What is a Bear Market and how should we react when we find ourselves in one. You can visit Investopedia.com to learn even more about understanding the world of investing. . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/Popcorn

The Federal Reserve is a misunderstood system. I’ll try my best to break down what they do.

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Empower! Get $5 when you use offer code POPCORN and reach your savings goal. Visit https://empower.me/popcorn for more details. Let's be honest... Mondays kinda suck.  You spent your weekend trying to get all you could done while trying to grab a few minutes of peace and now all of a sudden you have to get up early and attend a series of boring meetings.  Well today Berna Anat aka Hey Berna is here to hype you up and give you the energy you need to take on this new week! Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/177 Learn more about Berna at https://www.instagram.com/heyberna . . . . . </p

What does the Fed rate cut mean? The federal reserve cut interest rates, what does this mean and how will it impact my finances?   Mortgage Refi Resources https://www.creditkarma.com/home-loans/i/when-is-refinancing-mortgage-worth-it/ https://www.nerdwallet.com/mortgages/refinance-calculator/calculate-refinance-savings

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Empower! Get $5 when you use offer code POPCORN and reach your savings goal. Visit https://empower.me/popcorn for more details. You all know that I LOVE tiny homes, so it was amazing to get to sit down with Brian Hawkins of Tiny House Movement!  All though tiny homes are much more affordable than a traditional home, a lack of financing options still puts them out of most people's price range.  Brian walks us through the current state of tiny home financing and shares what options are available. Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/175 . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! <a href= "https://podfol

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Empower! Get $5 when you use offer code POPCORN and reach your savings goal. Visit https://empower.me/popcorn for more details. President & CEO of SaverLife, Leigh Phillips, stops by for a bag of popcorn and to share some tips on what you should do with that tax refund you just got. Plus there is a chance for you bring in a little extra cash to help you reach your savings goals! Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/174 . . . . .  Also, listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Insta

I've launched a brand new podcast with my good friend and past guest Allison Baggerly (creator of Inspired Budget). It's called This Is Awkward and just launched today!  After you listen please come over and subscribe! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Empower! Get $5 when you use offer code POPCORN and reach your savings goal. Visit https://empower.me/popcorn for more details. Editor in Chief of Investopedia.com, Caleb Silver, is back to break down Money Market Accounts! Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/172 . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/this-is-awkward   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFina

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Empower! Get $5 when you use offer code POPCORN and reach your savings goal. Visit https://empower.me/popcorn for more details. America Saves Week is kicking off on February 24th with a push to get you to save more through automation.  Learn the impact that automation can have on your finances. Check out more amazing resources at https://americasavesweek.org  Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/171 . . . . .  Listen to my new podcast This Is Awkward! https://podfollow.com/1497658361   To be eligible to receive the $5 bonus, (a) you must enter offer code POPCO

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!  We hear a LOT about budgets but not about how we should structure our bank accounts.  Sahirenys Pierce joins me to share her ingenious system called the High Five Banking Method she uses to keep her finances in order. Hear more from Sahirenys at thepoisedlifestyle.com and on Instagram at Instagram.com/Poisedfinancelifestyle  Episode Page: https://popcornfinance.com/170 . . . . .  Liste

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!  Anonymous blogger Purple joins me to discuss how a quick conversation at work about salaries almost caused a riot. Discussing what you make at work may sound like the scariest and most uncomfortable thing you could ever do; but not having that conversation could be costing you thousands! Hear more from Purple at https://apurplelife.com and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/APurpleLifeBlog Episode Page: <a href= "https://pop

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    Allison from Inspired Budget is back to help me take on another listener question.  This week Caroline is calling in with a question about how to get her husband on board when it comes to discussing their budget. Hear more from Allison at https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbudget   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    I've been guest hosting the Money with Friends podcast for the past four months and I thought I'd share one of my favorite episodes with you.  We went in depth on a great piece from the Wall Street Journal all about how your latest Amazon delivery could be literal trash! Check out the Money with Friends podcast at https://www.moneywithfriendspodcast.com   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a h

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    What goes better with a fresh bucket of popcorn than a great movie and 2019 gave us a ton to pick from.  Joe Saul-Sehy, host of The Stacking Benjamins podcast, joins me for a very special Popcorn Finance Movie Draft!!! Check out Stacking Benjamins at https://www.stackingbenjamins.com Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    The wrong savings account could be costing you thousands of dollars.  Learn how in today's episode! Here is a link to the article discussed in today's episode https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/banking/how-much-you-lost-in-2018-by-having-the-wrong-savings-account/ Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PopcornFi

Understanding your personality may shine some light on your money habits.  I'm joined by Amber Hawley, licensed marriage and family therapist, & Maelisa Hall, licensed psychologist, to discuss how big a role your personality may play in how you think about and handle your money. Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    Hear more from Maelisa and Amber at MyBizBestie.com. Check out their Myers-Briggs episode at https://www.mybizbestie.com/podcast/008   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twit

I had so much fun in Round 2 of my Pop-Up Debate with Bethany Bayless (http://themoneymillhouse.com) that I thought I'd share our first ever debate! Weigh in on who you thought argued their side best in the comment or on Instagram at @PopcornFinancePodcast!   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    In this episode I'm joined by Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast.  Our topic... What is the perfect gift, Gift Cards or Cash? You get to decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/162   Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic.  We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument! This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice..

Debt can seem like an unending burden.  Antwan called in expressing this exact feeling about his student loans.  One of my favorite guests, Allison Baggerly, is back to help Antwan and all of you listening take on your debt!   Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/161 Hear more from Allison at http://InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget (https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbudget).  

If you’ve ever built up a savings account, you've probably been hit with guilt when you have to pull money out.  We put so much time and effort into this process of saving up money that when something comes up, like a medical bill or car expense, it feels very defeating to have to spend that money. Pedro Moura joins me to discuss how to deal with these feelings. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/160 Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    Call the Popcorn Finance Hotline and share your favorite podcasts! - (707) 200-8259   Connect with me Instagram -<a h

Finding a new podcast that you will actually enjoy can be a lot of work.  So, I sat down with Darbi Masters to countdown our Top 3 favorite podcasts! Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/159 Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Mint Mobile! To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to https://MintMobile.com/PopcornFinance!    Call the Popcorn Finance Hotline and share your favorite podcasts! - (707) 200-8259   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Fi

The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018 and I got the chance to with the author, and all around amazing person, Cait Flanders.  We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping. Catch up with Cait on Instagram at @CaitFlanders.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/158 Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Cons & Kernels! Check out their delicious popcorn with flavors such as Sweet Sriracha, Cinn City, and Peanut Butter & Honey by visiting https://consandkernels.com/shop!   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   <

If you are in the process of trying to pay down debt, should you still contribute to your 401(k), or should you focus all of your power on paying down debt first and then contribute?  This particular question is asked on a daily basis in the debt free community and the personal finance industry.  Let's tackle this topic on today's episode! Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/157 Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Cons & Kernels! Check out their delicious popcorn with flavors such as Sweet Sriracha, Cinn City, and Peanut Butter & Honey by visiting https://consandkernels.com/shop!<

Robo-advisors is becoming one of those hot buzzwords that you’re hearing thrown around everywhere. In the finance industry, automation is everything, so it’s no surprise that these services are creating that buzz. What is a Robo-Advisor? Do I need one? Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/156 Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Cons & Kernels! Check out their delicious popcorn with flavors such as Sweet Sriracha, Cinn City, and Peanut Butter & Honey by visiting https://consandkernels.com/shop!   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Call the Popcorn Finance Hotline! - (707) 200-8259</s

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Cons & Kernels! Check out their delicious popcorn with flavors such as Sweet Sriracha, Cinn City, and Peanut Butter & Honey by visiting https://consandkernels.com/shop! Today I will be announcing the two winners of Anthony ONeal’s book, Debt Free Degree, and sharing details on a new month long giveaway from our new partner, Cons and Kernels! I’ll also be sharing some tips on how to find a financial planner. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/155   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Call the Popcorn Finance Hotline! - (707) 200-8259</st

Pam is an expert when it comes to finding and winning scholarships. She is best known for helping her son win over $700,000 in scholarships! Pam shares her best tips to help you get the scholarships you need. Find out more about Pam at https://www.thescholarshipshark.com Pam's Favorite Scholarship Databases Bigfutures.org Salliemae.com/scholarships  Scholarships.com  Fastweb.com Find more info and resources at  https://PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!!<

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Anthony O'Neal!  Anthony is back for a quick and fun rapid fire question challenge! Special Book Giveaway!!! Enter to win a copy of Anthony's book, Debt Free Degree, by calling in to Popcorn Finance and saying hi or asking a money question! That's it! Leave your message by 1) Visiting https://PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail or 2) Calling the Popcorn Finance Hotline (707) 200-8259   Also take a listen to Anthony on Episode 152 - Student loan debt has become a real crisis in the United States.  Today's guest, Anthony O'Neal, is on a mission to help future generations graduate college debt free.  Together we discuss dream schools and erasing the stigma around community college. Connect with Anthony O'Neal at @Anthony

Be a part of a Popcorn Finance episode by visiting https://PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail! You can stay anonymous if you want :) Student loan debt has become a real crisis in the United States.  Today's guest, Anthony O'Neal, is on a mission to help future generations graduate college debt free.  Together we discuss dream schools and erasing the stigma around community college. Connect with Anthony O'Neal at @AnthonyONeal  (https://www.instagram.com/anthonyoneal) Grab a copy of Debt Free Degree at https://www.anthonyoneal.com Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.co

Be a part of a Popcorn Finance episode by visiting https://PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail! You can stay anonymous if you want :) Balancing saving while paying off debt can be a very difficult task.  Allison Baggerly and I are coming to you from the Nashville Airport to give you some advice thanks to a question from Alyssa.   Hear more from Allison at http://InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget (https://www.instagram.com/inspiredbudget). Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/Popc

Be a part of a Popcorn Finance episode by visiting https://PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail and letting me know one of your financial fears. -You can be anonymous if you want :) We are following up on last week's discussion with my list of the Pros and Cons of online only bank accounts. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/150 Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Rakuten!  To get cash back on your everyday purchases visit Https://PopcornFinance.com/CashBack Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance</

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Instacart!  Earn some extra cash in your free time by becoming a Shopper with Instacart by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Instacart! I received an email from Jordan wanting to know my thoughts on some of the new online only accounts that are popping up.  In this episode I go over what I look for when opening a checking account online. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/149 Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Instacart!  Earn some extra cash in your free time by becoming a Shopper with Instacart by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Instacart! There is no one way to master your finances.  There are so many ways to get your finances under control.  Today Glenn James from My Millennial Money shares a rule that he uses to stop himself from overspending.  Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/148 Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Instacart!  Earn some extra cash in your free time by becoming a Shopper with Instacart by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Instacart! I get so many credit offers in the mail and I'm sick of it!  In today's episode I will walk you through how to put a stop to that credit card junk mail. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/147 Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Erin Chase!  Erin is back for a quick and fun rapid fire question challenge! Also take a listen to Erin on Episode 145 - Keeping my food budget under control can be so difficult some months. Erin Chase from 5DollarDinners.com stopped by for a bag of popcorn and to share some of her favorite tips on how to reduce your food budget! Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/145   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook -

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Instacart!  Earn some extra cash in your free time by becoming a Shopper with Instacart by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Instacart! Keeping my food budget under control can be so difficult some months. Erin Chase from 5DollarDinners.com stopped by for a bag of popcorn and to share some of her favorite tips on how to reduce your food budget! Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/145 Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Rakuten!  To get cash back on your everyday purchases visit Https://PopcornFinance.com/CashBack Today Steven Hughes and I are answering a question that I received from Anna.  We spend so many years as a broke student that once we finally get a real paycheck its hard to know what we should be doing with all that money.  Steven and I give Anna, and you, some tips on how to handle that new steady income. Connect with Steven at http://www.Instagram.com/knowmoneysteve Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/144

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Rakuten!  To get cash back on your everyday purchases visit Https://PopcornFinance.com/CashBack VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/143 Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic.  We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument! This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs! Today I'm stepping back and playing referee as guests Jessica Bufkin and Libby Gifford step in to the ring.  Their topic... Are you for or against tiny living??? Both Jessica and Libby work to cr

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Gazelle! Get $10 off your next Purchase at Gazelle by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Gazelle Mental health and money aren't two topics that you hear discussed together very often. Today's guest, Melanie Lockert, has made it her mission to create a space where these discussions can be had. Melanie and I discuss her talk at a recent Plutus Voices event and why it is important to have these conversations. Resources from Melanie National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org or Call 1-800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - NAMI.org American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - https://afsp.org<

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Gazelle! Get $10 off your next Purchase at Gazelle by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Gazelle I'm posting today's episode from my hotel room in Toronto Canada.  I think I may be losing my voice, but I still wanted to put out an episode for you. I mentioned last week that Popcorn Finance was named as a finalist for two Plutus Awards.  One of those nominations was for Best Series for the Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series I did earlier this year.  So today I'm bringing you one of my favorite episodes from that series!  Jillian Shares how a tough experience as a child pushed her towards financial independence. Today's Guest: Jillian Johnsrud from Montana Money Adventures (https://www.montanamoneyadventures.com/) Check out

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Gazelle! Get $10 off your next Purchase at Gazelle by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Gazelle Paying off debt can be an emotional journey, so it makes sense that it would be tough to keep that momentum going once your debt is gone.  Today I tackle a question that I received from Tamie on this very topic with some help from financial coach Ericka Young. Connect with Ericka at www.tailormadebudgets.com Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/140

Today's bag of popcorn is brought to you by Gazelle! Get $10 off your next Purchase at Gazelle by visiting https://popcornfinance.com/Gazelle Debt consolidation is one of those topics that makes me nervous. It can be a useful tool, but is also full of traps. Today’s guest Leslie Tayne is here to walk us through some of the pros and cons. Connect with Leslie at https://taynelaw.com Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/139

Cameron Huddleston is back yet again to answer another Power of Attorney question!  This time from the side of the person giving up the power.  Should you be nervous? What are some things to consider?  Connect with Cameron at https://Cameronhuddleston.com Learn more about Cameron and her book on her first appearance at https://PopcornFinance.com/131

Cameron Huddleston is BACK thanks to a question from Michelle.  As a follow up to Cameron's first appearance back on episode 131 (https://PopcornFinance.com/131), Michelle was contemplating if she wanted to take on the role of Power of Attorney for her mother and needed a little more information to help her make a decision.  Connect with Cameron at https://Cameronhuddleston.com Learn more about Cameron and her book on her first appearance at https://PopcornFinance.com/131

Allison's Budget Bites! Learn more at InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.     How Not to Die When Buying Things on Craigslist PopcornFinance.com/94 Frugal Friends Ep 064 -     https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/how-to-use-cash-envelopes-effectively Frugal Friends Ep 065  -https://www.frugalfriendspodcast.com/getting-into-paying-off-over-27k-of-credit-card-debt-w-chris-browning-of-popcorn-finance Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast</p

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/135 Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a past guest to debate a weird and fun topic.  We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument! This is all recorded live and on the spot...no practice...no redo...probably some popcorn...and definitely a lot of laughs! Today I'm joined again by Stefanie O'Connell. Our topic... Is the wedding DJ overrated? VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/135   Connect with Stefanie at https://stefanieoconnell.com   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter

The engagement ring is seen as the universal symbol of love and commitment. But, it is also a huge expense and some, like today's guest, are opting to skip it all together. Author and speaker Stefanie O'Connell joins me today to discuss why she decided to turn down her engagement ring. Connect with Stefanie at https://stefanieoconnell.com Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/134   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance</

There are few moments that feel better than paying off debt.  Last November I paid off my car and of course I had to document the process.  Join me as I reflect on this surreal moment. Have you recently paid off a car or are you close to finally being free of that debt?  Tell me about it by leaving me a voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail!   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music Provided by Fog by DIZARO https://soundcloud.com/dizarofr Creative Commons — Attribution-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported — CC BY-ND 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/Fog-DIZARO   Track: The P

I received a great question from Tessa about how to calculate a debt payoff date when your payments are not consistent. This was a tough question so I went over a couple of options. Here's a link to the debt snowball calculator I reference in this episode. https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/finance/debt-snowball-calculator/   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

It's crazy to think that it has been two whole years since I released the very first episode of Popcorn Finance. I just wanted to put out this small bag of popcorn to thank you all for your support and to reflect back on the past two years.

Help nominate Popcorn Finance for a Plutus Award! Visit PopcornFinance.com/Plutus, enter your name and email, and then hit submit, THAT'S IT! Thanks for your help! Would you rather talk to your parents about sex than their finances? Well 9% of people surveyed said that they would, which is crazy. But why is talking to our parents about money so scary and what can we do to get the conversation started? Author of Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk, Cameron Huddleston joins me to answer this question. Connect with Cameron at https://Cameronhuddleston.com Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/131   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "

Help nominate Popcorn Finance for a Plutus Award! Visit PopcornFinance.com/Plutus, enter your name and email, and then hit submit, THAT'S IT! Thanks for your help! Aja McClanahan joined me from the FinCon floor to discuss how she and her husband made a big decision to move to the hood to cut back their expenses and pay off over $120,000 of debt. Connect with Aja at https://principlesofincrease.com Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/130   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.com/PopcornFinance"

Here is another interview from my time at FinCon. I met up with Episode 030 Guest Nick True on the conference floor.  Nick brought up the topic of why it's important to distinguish what you really want from the frivolous wants that bring no real satisfaction. Connect with Nick on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfRqvJFJ6LLQ62lKmOUXATw Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/129   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/PopcornFin

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/100Books Welcome to Pop-Up Debates!  In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic.  We will each have 1 minute to argue our point.  The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner. In this episode I'm joined by Sarah Wilson of Budget Girl. Our topic... What is the superior format, Ebooks or Physical Books! Decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE AT https://PopcornFinance.com/100Books Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https:

Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun. Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/100Books   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance</a

Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun. Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/100Books   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance</a

Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun. Connect with Sarah at https://www.youtube.com/BudgetGirl Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/100Books   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance</a

Vacations have always been a stressful time for me, specifically financially. Learn what I did to reduce the amount of money stress I was feeling every time I hopped on a plane. Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Allison's Budget Bites! Learn more at InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music Thanks to All Night by Ikson https://soundcloud.com/ikson/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/bE2rrcUKnok

The credit score. We all strive to have the best one possible. But what is it like to live without a credit score at all? I sat down with Steve Stewart to talk about what life is like without a credit score and to find out where his went. Connect with Steve at https://SteveStewart.me Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/122   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Farnoosh Torabi is back to give us a quick audio tour of Stacks House. Connect with Farnoosh on Instagram at @farnooshtorabi (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi) and check out her podcast So Money (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv). Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/120 Welcome to Pop-Up Debates!  In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic.  We will each have 1 minute to argue our point.  The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner. In this episode I'm joined by Farnoosh Torabi of So Money. Our topic... Are Subscription Services Worth It? Decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/120 Connect with Farnoosh on Instagram at @farnooshtorabi (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi) an

Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   I got the chance to visit Stacks House, a pop-up in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, to speak with co-founder Farnoosh Torabi about why Stacks House was created, the need to empower women financially, and her dive in to stand up comedy.  Connect with Farnoosh on Instagram at @farnooshtorabi (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi) and check out her podcast So Money (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv). Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/120   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www.instagram.com

Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   John Lanza, author of The Art of Allowance, joins me to share some of his best tips and strategies to help your child build a strong relationship with money through an allowance. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/119   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Allison's Budget Bites! Learn more at InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.   If you are struggling with depression or anxiety because of money issues or debt please check out DearDebt.com for some great resources and support.   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music Thanks to All Night by Ikson https://soundcloud.com/ikson/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/bE2rrcUKnok

Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Rich Jones, one half of the Paychecks and Balances team, joins me to share how he got out of debt not by becoming ultra frugal, but by finding the right career, advancing, and using his higher salary to knock out his debt. Rich also shares some amazing career advice that he has learned over the years as a Human Resources professional. Catch up with Rich on Instagram at @iamrichjones and @paybalances.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/117   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast

It's finally HERE! Episode 100!!! It's only about 16 episodes late but hey, it's better late than never, right?! HAHAHA!   Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply.   Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   The last stop on our Tiny Living Tour is the Atlantic Ocean, just off of the coast of Florida, to talk with Michelle Shroeder-Gardner from MakingSenseOfCents.com to talk about life on a boat. Michelle and her husband have been living on their 175 square foot catamaran for about a year now. Michelle shares some her favorite moments living at sea and the steps you can take if you would like to give it a try. Full Show Notes at Popcorn

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply.   Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   This past August I flew out to Phoenix, Arizona to stay in my very first Tiny House. While there I had the opportunity to sit and talk with the owners, Cassandra and Gilbert. Together we discuss tiny house living, Airbnb and minimalism. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/TinyLiving   Experience The Nest Tiny Home for yourself.  Book a Stay!   Special M

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply.   Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Eric Sirianni from PodcastCrafter.com sat down with me back in 2018 to talk about what it was like for him and his wife Jill to downsize from their apartment in to an RV. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/TinyLiving   Also, Eric's wife Jill is a past guest on the show! She appeared on <a href= "https://popcornfinance.com/094-how-not-to-die

Allison's Budget Bites! Learn more at InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music Thanks to All Night by Ikson https://soundcloud.com/ikson/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/bE2rrcUKnok

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply.   Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Matt and Alli from OwenYourFuture.com welcomed me in to their 18 foot sprinter van that they have converted in to their beautiful home to talk about the #vanlife. In our conversation we discuss the struggles of adjusting to living in a 60 square foot van and what pushed them to downsize their lives. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/TinyLiving     Connect with me<

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Today I'll be serving up a second helping of episode 033, enjoy! This week Erin Lowry joins me for a bag of popcorn.  Erin is the founder of BrokeMillennial.com and the author of the book Broke Millennial.  We discuss some techniques to improve how you save and why you need more balance in your financial life. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/33 Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/110 Welcome to Pop-Up Debates!  In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic.  We will each have 1 minute to argue our point.  The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner. In this episode I'm joined by Erin Lowry of Broke Millennial.  Our topic... is it ok to use someone else's Netflix login? You get to decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/110   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagr

Ask me a question! - PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Erin Lowry from BrokeMillennial.com is back to help us tackle a question that I'm hearing more and more these days; Should I invest if I'm in debt? Catch up with Erin on Instagram at @BrokeMillennial.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/110   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Ask me a question! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   The hosts of the How to Money podcast, Joel and Matt, pop by to give us all a crash course in how to invest in real estate. Catch up with Joel and Matt on Instagram at @HowToMoney.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/109   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

If someone gave you $100 right now and you only had 1 minute to spend it, what would you buy? Send in your answers to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Allison's Budget Kernel! Learn more at InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.   Checkout the entire Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music Thanks to All Night by Ikso

Send in your questions to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Editor in Chief of Investopedia, Caleb Silver, is back to help us understand ETFs aka Exchange Traded Funds! Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/107 Check out the entire Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101! Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

If someone gave you $100 right now and you only had 1 minute to spend it, what would you buy? Send in your answers to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Today I'm dedicating this bag of popcorn to Hilary who sent in a question to me and Allison from InspiredBudget.com (@InspiredBudget)   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply. One day Paula found herself making more money in her side hustle than in her low paying day job. Paula wanted to quit to pursue this new path, but she was hesitant due to the instability that comes with entrepreneurship. She gravitated towards real estate investing and her desire for some financial stability lead her down the path to financial independence. Together we discuss how achieving financial independence doesn’t necessarily mean early retirement, but instead can provide the financial security needed to pursue a career that truly brings you joy. Check out the ENTIRE Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series at https://Po

Find out what we have poppin all week long at https://popcornfinance.com/asw19 Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast, joins me in celebrating Day #3 of America Saves Week! Bethany shares how saving for the unexpected covered her when large medical bills started to roll in. Add your voice to episode 100! If someone gave you $100 right now and you only had 1 minute to spend it, what would you buy? Send in your answers to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popc

Find out what we have poppin all week long at https://popcornfinance.com/asw19 Tuesday's theme is save the easy way... automatically. In this episode I discuss why automating your finances is crucial and two ways in which I make saving automatically seamless! Add your voice to episode 100! If someone gave you $100 right now and you only had 1 minute to spend it, what would you buy? Send in your answers to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply. Financial Independence does not look the same for everyone and can be achieved in many different ways.  In this episode, I will wrap up the series and discuss a few of the many approaches to Financial Independence, some alternatives, and the path I am choosing to take. Check out the ENTIRE Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series at https://PopcornFinance.com/FIRE   Thanks to Allison Baggerly for today's Inspired Budget Corner! Learn more at InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget</

What is America Saves Week?  The Director of Strategic Engagement, Lindsay Ferguson, explains what this week is all about and walks us through each of the daily themes.  You'll learn a little bit and kick off America Saves Week all in about the time it takes to make a bag of popcorn! Find out what we have poppin all week long at https://popcornfinance.com/asw19 Check out Lindsay's last appearance on the podcast  Episode 053: Last Minute Tax Tips with Lindsay Ferguson from America Saves https://popcornfinance.com/53  

Jillian is back in this bonus episode to share an amazing popcorn and also distract me from the crazy Florida heat! Check out Jillian's episode from Monday below!  Jillian Shares how a tough experience as a child pushed her towards financial independence. Today's Guest: Jillian Johnsrud from Montana Money Adventures (https://www.montanamoneyadventures.com/) Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/101 Check out the ENTIRE Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series at https://PopcornFinance.com/FIRE

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply. Jillian Shares how a tough experience as a child pushed her towards financial independence. Today's Guest: Jillian Johnsrud from Montana Money Adventures (https://www.montanamoneyadventures.com/) Check out the ENTIRE Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series at https://PopcornFinance.com/FIRE     Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast T

If someone gave you $100 right now and you only had 1 minute to spend it, what would you buy? Send in your answers to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply.   Julien & Kiersten from rich & REGULAR share what drove them to pursue financial independence and the changes they have made to achieve their goal. Today's Guest: Julien & Kiersten from rich & REGULAR (https://richandregular.com) Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/99 Check out the ENTIRE Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series at https://PopcornFinance.com/FIRE  

Send in your questions to PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail We are jumping back in to the Investing 101 Series and taking on Mutual Funds. Caleb Silver from one of my favorite sites, Investopedia.com, is here to help you better understand Mutual Funds. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/98 Check out the entire Investing 101 Series at PopcornFinance.com/Investing101! Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

This series is brought to you by Airbnb Visit PopcornFinance.com/Airbnb to start hosting & receive a $100 cash bonus if you generate $500 in booking value by May 31st. Terms and conditions apply.   A look at the foundation of the Financial Independence movement.  Learn what Financial Independence is and what are the biggest areas of your financial life that you can address to start your journey towards F.I. Today's Guest: Brad from ChooseFI (https://Choosefi.com) Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/97 Check out the ENTIRE Poppin' with F.I.R.E. series at https://PopcornFinance.com/FIRE  

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/96 Welcome to Pop-Up Debates!  In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic.  We will each have 1 minute to argue our point.  The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and who should be crowned the winner. In this episode I'm joined by Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast.  Our topic... is washing and re-using paper towels cheap or frugal? You get to decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/96   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   C

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Cait Flanders, author of The Year of Less.  This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Also take a listen to Cait on Episode 095 - The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018, which means this has to be one of my favorite episodes of 2019.  I'm joined by author and all around great person, Cait Flanders.  We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping. Catch up with Cait on Instagram at @CaitFlanders.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/95 Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018, which means this has to be one of my favorite episodes of 2019.  I'm joined by author and all around great person, Cait Flanders.  We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping. Catch up with Cait on Instagram at @CaitFlanders.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/95   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter -

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail The Year of Less was one of my favorite books of 2018, which means this has to be one of my favorite episodes of 2019.  I'm joined by author and all around great person, Cait Flanders.  We discuss her book, emotions and money, and her meticulous record keeping. Catch up with Cait on Instagram at @CaitFlanders.   Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/95   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter -

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Jen and Jill, hosts of theFrugal Friends podcast. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Also take a listen to Jen and Jill on the previous episode! Episode 094 - I’ve never used Craigslist, not even once. And really, I have no idea what I’m doing. So I’ve asked Jen and Jill, hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast, to give me some tips on how to shop on Craigslist and most importantly, not get robbed. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/94 Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting <a href= "PopcornFinance.com/Audibl

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail I’ve never used Craigslist, not even once. And really, I have no idea what I’m doing. So I’ve asked Jen and Jill, hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast, to give me some tips on how to shop on Craigslist and most importantly, not get robbed. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/94 Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https:

Ryan Inman from FinancialResidency.com is back to tell us all about this crazy game he plays at dinner called Credit Card Roulette. If you didn't catch Ryan last episode you missed out a great episode of Pop-Up Debates!  Our topic... when you go out to eat with a group of friends, should you pay and then have your friends pay you back or should you ask the server to split the check. The best part is that you decide who won the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/93   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.

Welcome to Pop-Up Debates!  In this new episode format I will be joined by a guest to debate a specific topic.  We will each have 1 minute to argue our point.  The best part about this new type of episode is that you the listeners will decide who argued their side the best and should be crowned the winner. In this episode I'm joined by Ryan Inman from FinancialResidency.com.  Our topic... when you go out to eat with a group of friends should you pay and then have your friends pay you back or should you ask the server to split the bill up for everyone. You get to decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at https://PopcornFinance.com/93   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail We've made it to the end of 2018 and it's time to take a look at how those goals we set back in January look. In this episode I'm going to break down three types of goals that I set for myself; Podcast Goals, Personal Goals, and Side Hustle Goals. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/92 Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcor

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Today I'll be serving up a second helping of episode 062, enjoy! Allison from InspiredBudget.com shares how she and her husband paid off $111,000 in Debt over the course of 4.5 years.  They reached this huge accomplishment while living on two teachers salaries, having two kids and paying for childcare which we all know is crazy expensive.  Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/62   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href

Send me your questions or thoughts at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Allison is back to help me discuss a piece written by Kristin Wong on how big your emergency fund should be. http://twocents.lifehacker.com/decide-how-big-your-emergency-fund-should-be-with-the-3-1771069246 Connect with Allison at her blog InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodc

This is the debut of Pop-Up Debates!  Allison Baggerly from InspiredBudget.com is here to help me kick things off.  We will each have 1 minute to debate today's topic, Keep, Regift, or Return. You get to decide who wins the debate! VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE at PopcornFinance.com/PopUp   Connect with Allison at her blog InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget. Today's topic is thanks to Alexis Berger at WellandGood.com https://www.wellandgood.com/good-advice/receiving-gifts-etiquette/  Send me your questions at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audib

I can't be the only one with a list of failed goals?  Sometimes we fall short, but that shouldn't stop you from making new goals.  Allison Baggerly from InspiredBudget.com joins me as we share the goals that we failed to reach in 2018 and how we are turning those failures in to new goals for 2019. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/90   Connect with Allison at her blog InspiredBudget.com or on Instagram @InspiredBudget.   Send me your questions at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible  </

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week!  Enjoy!!!   Welcome to Vol. 5 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! This is the fifth and final volume in this series.  We will tackle a variety of goals from understanding your credit better to having a new baby. So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.  Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals! Emily Alfred Liz Bernadette Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals   Leave me a Voicemail at Popcor

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week!  Enjoy!!!   Welcome to Vol. 4 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! Today we are going to be taking a look at some listener goals that are centered around their businesses.  That may mean starting something new, or just trying to make some improvements to what they already have going on.   So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.  Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals! Maelisa Juliann Griff Lucky Pete Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals   <strong

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week!  Enjoy!!!   Welcome to Vol. 3 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! The callers in this episode are prepping for probably the biggest purchase of their lives, buying a home. Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode -Rex Barrett -Nick True -Christopher Robins Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepodc

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week!  Enjoy!!!   Welcome to Vol. 2 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! Today we take on savings. Whether you are saving up so that you can tell your boss you're never coming back or just to give yourself some more financial security, together we discuss our savings goals for 2018. Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode -Helene -Ileane -Irene -Jamila -P.T. Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter

Are you ready for seconds?! The rest of December is going to be all about your goals, so I decided to kick things off by replaying an episode from the 2018 Listener Goals Series each day this week!  Enjoy!!!   This episode will be the first in a series highlighting the 2018 financial goals of members of the Popcorn Finance community. In the first episodes we take a look at the 2018 goals centered around paying off debt. Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode -Lauren -Reesh -PERS -Jessie -Victoria -Anthony  Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance F

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Roger Whitney aka The Retirement Answer Man. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/89 Leave me a Voicemail at www.PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.com/Po

The way we should be looking at retirement is changing.  Gone are the days of throwing a few dollars in an account and hoping for the best.  Roger Whitney, aka the Retirement Answer Man, joins me to discuss how millennials are going to have to think differently about retirement. Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/89 Rock Retirement Book Giveaway! Click HERE or visit RogerWhitney.com/popcorn for your chance to win 1 of 10 copies of Roger Whitney's book Rock Retirement!     Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Y

If anyone tells you that FOMO isn't real they're lying!  FOMO or the Fear Of Missing Out is just a big of an issue as ever.  For Baby Boomers it was called Keeping Up With the Jones or KUWJ, not nearly as catchy.  But regardless of what you call it millennials are being hit with it especially hard. Connect with Gaby on Twitter @MuchoCaffeine Full Show Notes at https://PopcornFinance.com/88 The piece referenced today written by Tim Devaney can be found at https://www.creditkarma.com/insights/i/fomo-spending-affects-one-in-four-millennials/ Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Fina

So much of our life revolves around the kitchen table.  Obviously we eat there (sometimes at least), we sit around it and catch up with family and many of pull up a seat late at night to pay bills. I only really thought about all the uses for this spot after talking with Liz Eischen from KitchenTableFinances.com,  Liz named her blog after this spot in her home because of all the roles that it plays in our lives. Today’s episode is just a piece of a big conversation that Liz and I had around a table (It wasn’t a kitchen table unfortunately).  Download this week’s episode and join us at the kitchen table! Connect with Liz on her blog KitchenTableFinances.com, on Instagram@KitchenTableFinances, and on Twitter <a href= "https://twitter.com/KitTabF

Understanding your personality may shine some light on your money habits.  I'm joined by Amber Hawley, licensed marriage and family therapist, & Maelisa Hall, licensed psychologist, to discuss how big a role your personality may play in how you think about and handle your money. This is Part 2 in a two part series. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/86   Hear more from Maelisa and Amber at MyBizBestie.com.   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance Popsocket is Available!!! Visit <a href= "https://PopcornFinance.com/Pops

Understanding your personality may shine some light on your money habits.  I'm joined by Amber Hawley, licensed marriage and family therapist, & Maelisa Hall, licensed psychologist, to discuss how big a role your personality may play in how you think about and handle your money. This is Part 1 in a two part series. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/86   Hear more from Maelisa and Amber at MyBizBestie.com.   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance Popsocket is Available!!! Visit <a href= "https://PopcornFinance.com/Pops

Jordan wrote in to the show wanting to know where he should be saving his money. He has no debt and is throwing some money in to a variety of investing apps. This a great question that I don't think gets asked enough.  I'll also be announcing the winner of the signed copy of Retire Inspired! Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/85   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance Popsocket is Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Popsocket   Connect with

On this past Monday's episode you heard my live performance from the Improv in Orlando, Florida. Today you'll hear from the people who inspired that episode and some of the best and worst things they've spent money on. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/84 Win a signed copy of Retire Inspired written by Episode 082 guest Chris Hogan! Here's how to enter: 1) Leave Popcorn Finance a review on Apple Podcasts by clicking HERE! 2) Take a screenshot of your review and send it to Contest[at]PopcornFinance.com. That's it!! Enter by 11:59pm on November 1st, 2018! Leave me a Voicemail at 

If you've been a life long spender like me, then this is the episode for you!  Check out the live episode of Popcorn Finance that I recorded at the Improv in Orlando, Florida as part of the Stacking Benjamins Three Town Tour.   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/84 Win a signed copy of Retire Inspired written by Episode 082 guest Chris Hogan! Here's how to enter: 1) Leave Popcorn Finance a review on Apple Podcasts by clicking HERE! 2) Take a screenshot of your review and send it to Contest[at]PopcornFinance.com. That's it!! Enter by 11:59pm on November 1st, 2018! Leave me a

Have you ever left your popcorn on the floor in the movie theater or gone out a 4am on Black Friday to shop? Bethany Bayless, co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast, joins me to answer these questions and more in a quick Popcorn Finance version of Never Have I Ever! Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/83 Win a signed copy of Retire Inspired written by Episode 082 guest Chris Hogan! Here's how to enter: 1) Leave Popcorn Finance a review on Apple Podcasts by clicking HERE! 2) Take a screenshot of your review and send it to Contest[at]PopcornFinance.com. That's it!! Enter by 11:59pm on November 1st, 2018!

Best selling author and captivating speaker Chris Hogan from Ramsey Solutions joins me on today's episode.  Together we discuss what his dream retirement looks like, what paying cash for your car means for your life and a debate over the status of kettle corn. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/82   Tell us what your dream retirement looks like and your stance on kettle corn! Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Con

Jean and Parker from Creators Group are back in a bonus part 2 of our conversation! Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   Connect with Jean at: Instagram: @Jeani0 & @CreatorsGRP Connect with Parker at: Instagram: @ParkerGAnderson   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at <a href= "PopcornFi

I met Jean and Parker, from Creators Group, in Philadelphia after they filmed an amazing video with me for Popcorn Finance. We ended up hitting it off and decided to recorded our conversation about the importance of college, its role in our lives & taking an alternative path. Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me<

Robert Farrington from TheCollegeInvestor.com is here to give us all a crash course in student loans. Robert helps out a special listener by answering his questions about subsidized student loans and interest rates. Make sure you visit TheCollegeInvestor.com/PopcornFinance for more amazing student loan resources! Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a

Cody (FlyToFI.com) is a passionate guy who is all about achieving financial independence. One thing is certain, student loans are not going to help you achieve financial freedom.  Cody shares some great examples of how your choice in college and major can determine how long you will be paying for your education. Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail

Pam is an expert when it comes to finding and winning scholarships. She is best known for helping her son win over $700,000 in scholarships! Pam shares her best tips to help you get the scholarships you need. Find out more about Pam at TheScholarshipShark.com Pam's Favorite Scholarship Databases Bigfutures.org Salliemae.com/scholarships  Scholarships.com  Fastweb.com Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support

Wayne is the CEO of Gift of College, a gift registry that allows friends and family to contribute towards a 529 Plan or student loan. Together we will discuss what a 529 Plan is, how to open one up and the outlook of college tuition. Check out the entire Back to School Series at PopcornFinance.com/BackToSchool   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Inst

This past August I flew out to Phoenix, Arizona to stay in my very first Tiny House. While there I had the opportunity to sit and talk with the owners, Cassandra and Gilbert. Together we discuss tiny house living, Airbnb and minimalism. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/76   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornF

If you're a movie lover like myself and today's guest, Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins, then you will love this episode.  Joe and I discuss three MoviePass Alternatives for those of you who have felt a little less than pleased with the service's latest changes. If you're near the Orlando, Florida area on September 25th, come join me at the Orlando Improv where I'll be helping Joe and the Stacking Benjamins crew kick off their Three-Town Tour!  Tickets are available now and are only $10! Visit stackingbenjamins.com/tour or click the image below to buy your ticket! Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/75   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting <a href= "PopcornFinance.com/

Today's episode is coming to you live from the backseat of my car in a grocery store parking lot. Thanks to a flight delay, I'm going mobile to talk to you all about my adventures this weekend staying in a desert tiny home and travel hacking my way around the west coast. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/74   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www.instagram.co

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Amanda from Debt Free in Sunny CA. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at www.PopcornFinance.com/73 Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at www.PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a

Amanda from DebtFreeInSunnyCA.com joins me to discuss paying off a huge amount of debt. Amanda and her husband Josh became debt free on July 5th, 2018 after paying off $133,763! In today's episode Amanda shares some big sacrifices she made to pay off her debt and answers a couple listener questions. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/73   Get Your 1st Audiobook for Free from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting PopcornFinance.com/Audible   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Co

Mindy Jensen from BiggerPockets.com joins me for a fresh bag of popcorn and to help a listener out.  Holly wrote in wanting to understand the basics of getting a mortgage and what she and her boyfriend should expect financially when buying their first home. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/72   Get a Free Audiobook from Audible and Help Support Popcorn Finance by visiting www.audibletrial.com/PopcornFinance   New Popcorn Finance T-Shirts are Available!!! Visit https://PopcornFinance.com/Shirts   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Insta

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Phillip Taylor from PTMoney.com and FinConExpo.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at www.PopcornFinance.com/71 Leave me a Voicemail at www.PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Philip Taylor is here to help me answer a listener's question.  Fifi called in wanting to know how entrepreneurs can best plan for retirement.   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/71 Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Pete McPherson from DoYouEvenBlog.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/70 Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Pete McPherson from Do You Even Blog joins me to share his 3 Tips to Help You Start Earning Freelance Income. Pete is amazing at starting new blogs so if you need some help make sure you check out his complete guide on how to start a blog! https://doyouevenblog.com/start-a-blog   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/70 Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music t

Calls from "PERS" and Christopher Robins (Yes that's his real name) got today's conversation started. They both gave great examples of why a small tax refund is a good thing and why you should stop overpaying your taxes. Help nominate Popcorn Finance for a Plutus Award!!! Click the link below to nominate the show for Best New Personal Finance Podcast and Best Podcast Series for the 2018 Listener Goals Series we just wrapped up.  All you have to do is fill in your name and email address and hit submit.  Everything else is done for you! PopcornFinance.com/PLUTUS   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.com/Pop

A listener called in wanting to know how to recover when you've had a rough month financially. Plus a message from Anthony reminded me of Episode 025 all about how to get free Amazon Kindle Ebooks.  Visit PopcornFinance.com/25 to learn more.   Help nominate Popcorn Finance for a Plutus Award!!! Click the link below to nominate the show for Best New Personal Finance Podcast and Best Podcast Series for the 2018 Listener Goals Series we just wrapped up.  All you have to do is fill in your name and email address and hit submit.  Everything else is done for you! PopcornFinance.com/PLUTUS   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@Po

Welcome to Vol. 5 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! This is the fifth and final volume in this series.  We will tackle a variety of goals from understanding your credit better to having a new baby. So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.  Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals! Emily Alfred Liz Bernadette Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals   Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.com/PopcornFi

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Tela Holcomb from TelaHolcomb.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/66 Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

The Investing 101 Series is BACK!! I received a call from Shannon wanting to know how to go about buying her first shares of stock. I know how intimidating the idea of investing can be so I asked Tela Holcomb, a stocks and options trader, to stop by, enjoy some popcorn and give her tips for how a beginner can purchase their first few shares of stock. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/66 Leave me a Voicemail at PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/Popcor

Internet Rule #1: Never read the comments, especially when you know they are going to be about you. Well sadly I broke this rule, but it did lead to today's episode and a look at my next financial goal for 2018. Let me know what one one of your financial goals is for 2018 by leaving me a voice message using the link below! PopcornFinance.com/Voicemail   or you can send me your goal via any of the social media platforms below. Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance  

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Alan from DreamBigLiveTinyCo.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/64 How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music By

Have you ever heard of a Tiny Home?  Have you ever considered living in a Tiny Home as a way to reach financial independence?  Alan from DreamBigLiveTinyCo.com joins me to discuss the financial benefits of Tiny Home living. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/64 How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinan

Our favorite travel guy, Lee from BaldThoughts.com, returns to help us find the best travel credit card.  Learn where to start, when an annual fee is worth it and Lee's thoughts on cash back versus points credit cards. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/63 How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Fac

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Allison from InspiredBudget.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/62 How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Special Music By Jazzaddict's Intro by C

Allison from InspiredBudget.com shares how she and her husband paid off $111,000 in Debt over the course of 4.5 years.  They reached this huge accomplishment while living on two teachers salaries, having two kids and paying for childcare which we all know is crazy expensive.  Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/62 How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitte

Welcome to Vol. 4 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! Today we are going to be taking a look at some listener goals that are centered around their businesses.  That may mean starting something new, or just trying to make some improvements to what they already have going on.   So join me for a quick bag of popcorn as we hear from some great listeners who have set some awesome goals for themselves.  Big thanks to the following listeners for sharing their goals! Maelissa Juliann Griff Lucky Pete Listen to the whole series using the link below https://popcornfinance.com/2018goals How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the <

A Twitter conversation with Ambus sparked today's episode.  It's time to check in on those 2018 financial goals we all set back on January 1st.  Whether good or bad, it's always a good idea to see what progress you have made. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/60 Check out the NEW Popcorn Finance Alexa Skill!   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance</

Today we are wrapping up the Popcorn Finance Side Hustle Series with the help of a call from listener Curt.  Curt shares a couple of the side hustles he is currently working on along with a few additional tips. Special thanks to Michael for sending in that great message that you heard at the beginning of the episode! Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle Follow along with my new Side Hustle by clicking HERE   Check out the NEW Popcorn Finance Alexa Skill!   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.com/Popc

Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Jason From TheWealthHound.com. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. You can learn more about Jason by visiting TheWealthHound.com or by following him on  Instagram Facebook Twitter   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle Follow along with my new Side Hustle Experiment by clicking HERE  How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app</l

Jason shares a side hustle story that would send most people with a strong sense of smell running the other way.  Two teenagers, a pick up truck and a beach full of dead fish made for a lucrative new side hustle. You can learn more about Jason by visiting TheWealthHound.com or by following him on  Instagram Facebook Twitter   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle Follow along with my new Side Hustle by clicking HERE   Check out the NEW <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Wizzard-Media-Popcorn-Finance/dp/B07BSLBBBN/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-skills&ie=UTF8&qid=1525

When it comes to the Side Hustle, we often forget that the "Hustle" is the key to your success. Author and award winning TV anchor Bobbi Rebell shares how her desire for a better work life balance pushed her to work hard on her side hustle all while working full time. You can learn more about Bobbi by visiting BobbiRebell.com or by following her on  Instagram Facebook Twitter   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle Follow along with my new Side Hustle Experiment by clicking HERE   Don't forget to take the quick 1 minute survey to help shape the future of Popcorn Finance! <strong

Trying something new! Special Bonus Quick Pop Episode with Jamila From Journey to Launch. This is a quick and fun rapid fire question session. You can learn more about Jamila by visiting JourneytoLaunch.com or by following her on  Instagram Facebook Twitter   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle Follow along with my new Side Hustle Experiment by clicking HERE  How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the <a href= "http://popcornfinance.co

April 25th, 2018 is Financial Health Matters Day, a.k.a. #FinHealthMatters Day.  This day was created by CFSI to bring attention to America’s financial health.  This year the focus is specifically on the financial health of our students. There are so many financial issues plaguing future, current & past students -Rising tuition costs- -More than $1.3 Trillion in student loan debt- -Lack of financial education in our school system- Because this situation is affects student's financial health in so many ways, this issue cannot be fixed by addressing just one area.  We need to look at the financial situation of our students as a whole. Visit PopcornFinance.com/FinHealth for full show notes   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance o

Every side hustle you try isn't guaranteed to work out or fit your lifestyle. But that doesn't mean you can't learn something from the experience.  Jamila Souffrant, from JourneytoLaunch.com and host of the Journey to Launch podcast, joins me to share her story of a side hustle that didn't go as planned. You can learn more about Jamila by visiting JourneytoLaunch.com or by following her on  Instagram <span style= "font

Maggie Germano turned her passion for empowering women in to a side hustle & eventually her full time job.  In this episode Maggie shares how despite not being a risk taker, her lack of fulfillment in her day job led her to step outside of her comfort zone & try something new.  This a great example of how a side hustle can help you find your true passion. You can learn more about Maggie by visiting MaggieGermano.com or following her on  Instagram Facebook Twitter   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/55   Don't forget to take the quick 1 minute survey to help shape the future of Popcorn Finance! <a href="https://www.surveymonk

Starting a side hustle is a great way to bring in some extra income, but it is not tax free.  Katherine Pomerantz from BookKeepingArtist.com popped by to share some great tips to help you get your side hustle tax situation in order.   The Bookkeeping Artists Side Hustle Tax Tips 1. Don't Stress 2. Get an EIN (Employer Identification Number) from the IRS so that you don't have to give out your Social Security Number 3. Open a separate bank account just for your side hustle income and expenses 4. Track your hours worked. This may help you deduct portions of your household expenses such as internet and phone service 5. Make sure you have the correct licenses and permits for your side hustle   If you need additional help Katherine is available for private Strategy Sessions at B

Have you filed your taxes yet? The April 17th tax filing deadline is quickly approaching and just because you think you shouldn't file isn't a good excuse to let this day pass you by.   Lindsay Ferguson from America Saves "popped" by to share some last minute tax tips and a few reasons why you should file a tax return even if you think you aren't entitled to a refund. Visit SaveYourRefund.com and AmericaSaves.org for more amazing resources to help you increase your savings. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/53    Additional Resources For more information on the VITA program and other free tax preparation resources, listen to Episode 041 with resident tax exp

Kevin, creator of FinancialPanther.com, is a lawyer by day, expert side hustler by night.  We sit and discuss his passion for taking on side hustles such as Wag!, Postmates and Airbnb, all while still working his full time job. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/52   Side Hustle Series Resource Page - PopcornFinance.com/SideHustle   Don't forget to take the quick 1 minute survey to help shape the future of Popcorn Finance! Popcorn Finance Survey   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance on Amazon   How to be feature

Have you ever looked at your investment account and wanted to know how your choices compare to other investors that you respect and trust?  Karl joined me at a table in the middle of the FinCon conference floor to discuss his app KINFO which helps you do just that.   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/51   Don't forget to take the quick 1 minute survey to help shape the future of Popcorn Finance! Popcorn Finance Survey   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance on Amazon   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ Popco

We made it to Episode 50!!! Who would have thought 9 months ago that we would be here?  Thank you so much for sticking with me and listening.  In today's episode I reflect back on how I started Popcorn Finance, recording with two other guys in a hot sound booth and the future of Popcorn Finance. To help me make the next 50 episodes the best they can be I've made a really short survey to find out what you would like to see in the future from Popcorn Finance.  The survey is super short and will only take a minute to complete, but it will have a huge impact on what you see down the road. Click Here to take quick survey PopcornFinance.com/50 Thanks for your feedback!!!   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance on Amazon<

Lee from BaldThoughts.com sat with me for a bag of popcorn and to share his 5 Simple Steps to help you start Travel Hacking.   You may be wondering, what is travel hacking?  Travel hacking, in very simple terms, is the process of strategically using credit card rewards and sign up bonuses to help you travel for free or pretty close to it. I know I may be over simplifying it so make sure you take a listen to the episode and also check out the great page that Lee has set up specifically for Popcorn Finance listeners to help you get started. BaldThoughts.com/popcorn   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/49   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance on

Lee from BaldThoughts.com sat with me for a bag of popcorn and to share his 5 Simple Steps to help you start Travel Hacking.   You may be wondering, what is travel hacking?  Travel hacking, in very simple terms, is the process of strategically using credit card rewards and sign up bonuses to help you travel for free or pretty close to it. I know I may be over simplifying it so make sure you take a listen to the episode and also check out the great page that Lee has set up specifically for Popcorn Finance listeners to help you get started. BaldThoughts.com/popcorn   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/48   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance on

It can be very helpful to seek out the advice of an expert, especially when it comes to your money.  But sometimes a one size fits all solution isn't what's best for you and your financial situation.  Jen Hemphill from Her Money Matters joins me to discuss understanding your personal money needs. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/47   Were you planning on shopping on Amazon?  Help support the show for free using the Amazon link below Support Popcorn Finance on Amazon   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail <a href= "https://www.s

It's America Saves Week! After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves. Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal! Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!   Check out PopcornFinance.com/SaveYourRefund to enter the special giveaway put on by Save Your Refund where you could win up to $10,000 just for saving a portion of your tax refund.    Also Listen to my conversation with Bill Dwight from FamZoo.com in episode 043 as he explains the Family 401k in 5 Easy Steps PopcornFinance.com/43   If you are in the San Diego area

It's America Saves Week! After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves. Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal! Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!   Check out PopcornFinance.com/SaveYourRefund to enter the special giveaway put on by Save Your Refund where you could win up to $10,000 just for saving a portion of your tax refund.    If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.   Were you planning on shopping at Amazon?  Help support the show for free using my Amazon link <a href= "http://amzn.to/2C

It's America Saves Week! After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves. Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal! Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!   If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.   Were you planning on shopping at Amazon?  Help support the show for free using my Amazon link http://amzn.to/2CjrCYd   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the <a href

It's America Saves Week! After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves. Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal! Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!   If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.   Were you planning on shopping at Amazon?  Help support the show for free using my Amazon link http://amzn.to/2CjrCYd

It's America Saves Week! After you're done listening to this special podcast episode join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves. Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal! Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!   If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.   Were you planning on shopping at Amazon?  Help support the show for free using my Amazon link http://amzn.to/2CjrCYd   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the <a href

It's America Saves Week! Take a listen to a special podcast episode & join me in taking the America Saves Pledge by visiting PopcornFinance.com/AmericaSaves. Once you take the pledge you'll have a chance to earn up to $750 towards your savings goal! Plus one Popcorn Finance listener will win a $100 gift card!   If you are in the San Diego area make sure you check out San Diego Saves for additional tips & resources.   Were you planning on shopping at Amazon?  Help support the show for free using my Amazon link http://amzn.to/2CjrCYd   How to be

Welcome to Vol. 3 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! The callers in this episode are prepping for probably the biggest purchase of their lives, buying a home. Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode -Rex Barrett -Nick True -Christopher Robins Listen to the whole Series <

One of my goals for 2018 is to read 12 new books.  I started the year off with The No-Spend Challenge Guide by Jen Smith.  I enjoyed the book so much that I reached out to the author to see if she would come on the podcast, and she agreed!  So in this episode I sit with Jen from SavingWithSpunk.com to discuss her book and doing a No Spend Challenge. Check out Jen's newest book Meal Planning on a Budget! And her first book The No-Spend Challenge Guide!   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/45   <img class= "wp-image-1163 aligncenter" title="Amazon Banner" src= "https://popcornfinance.com/wp-content/up

Valentine's Day is a time for romance, right?  Well there is nothing romantic about an awkward money conversation with your significant other.  Elle Martinez from CoupleMoney.com is here to help you break the ice in order to confidently & comfortable discuss your finances together. Check out Elle's book Jump Start Your Marriage & Your Money using the link below PopcornFinance.com/CoupleMoney   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/44   Were you planning on shopping at Amazon?  Help support the show for free using my Amazon link http://amzn.to/2CjrCYd   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me

Bill Dwight from FamZoo.com sat with me to discuss how he's using a traditional retirement account in an unconventional way to help his kids save for retirement. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/43 Help support the show for free at PopcornFinance.com/Support How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance Connect with me Instagram -<a href= "https://www.instagram.com/popcornfinancepodcast/"

Chris Hutchins from Grove and Rob Erich from MoneyNomad.com sat with me at the hood of a VW Bug to discuss their experience going through the FinX program hosted by CFSI.  The FinX program gives participants the opportunity to go out in to the world and experience life from the perspective of someone left outside of the banking system. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/42   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance Help support t

The Popcorn Finance resident tax expert and friend of the show Megan Brinsfield, Director of Financial Planning at Motley Fool Wealth Management, returns just in time for tax season. If you or someone you know is in need of Free Tax Preparation then make sure you listen to this episode. Megan goes over some amazing programs that are really helping communities in need prepare their taxes correctly and for FREE! Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/41   Follow Megan at @CertifiablePF   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Ancho

Helene from FreetoPursue.com sat with me for a few minutes at FinCon to discuss financial independence, her journey, her setbacks and a huge milestone in her financial life. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/40 How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call in through the Anchor app Use SpeakPipe to leave me a voicemail https://www.speakpipe.com/PopcornFinance   Help support the show for free at PopcornFinance.com/Support   Connect w

Welcome to Vol. 2 in our 2018 Listener Goals Series! Today we take on savings. Whether you are saving up so that you can tell your boss you're never coming back or just to give yourself some more financial security, together we discuss our savings goals for 2018. Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode -Helene -Ileane -Irene -Jamila -P.T. Listen to Vol.1   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/39   How to be featured on the show You can record a voice note and email it to me at Questions @ PopcornFinance .com Send a call

Today we finish the third and final chapter of our $27,000 Debt Story. We discuss what changes we made to help pay down our debt faster, some financial regrets, and some advice we would give our younger selves. Hear Our Full Story Part 1 Part 2 PopcornFinance.com/27k Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/38   In Adrian's call he mentioned a previous guest, Erin Lowry. Click Here to hear some great techniques to improve how you save and why you need more ba

Here is another fun interview from FinCon 2017. I'm joined by Marcus Garrett, one half of the Paychecks & Balances team. Together we tackle a call from "Pers" on understanding fixed expenses and disposable income.   Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/37   Help support the show for free at PopcornFinance.com/Support   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Outro Music By Buddha by Kontekst <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Fsoundcloud.com%2Fkontekstmusic&redir_token

I asked you for your 2018 financial goals and you came through! This episode will be the first in a series highlighting the 2018 financial goals of members of the Popcorn Finance community. In the first episodes we take a look at the 2018 goals centered around paying off debt. Big thanks to the following listeners featured in this episode -Lauren -Reesh -PERS -Jessie -Victoria -Anthony    Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/36   <span style="font-size: 12p

Listener Mack Hackett was the Most Engaged Listener on the Popcorn Finance Anchor Station for four days in a row.  For this amazing feat I promised Mack an episode based around the topic of his choice.   Of course Mack hit me with a topic that I knew nothing about, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion.  So I brought is Megan Brinsfield, Director of Financial Planning at Motley Fool Wealth Management, to help break down what the FEIE is all about. See Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/35 Follow Megan at @CertifiablePF Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - <a href= "https://www.facebook

Hey everyone! I’m working on a special podcast for the new year. In it I want to feature listeners and one financial goal you have for 2018. Visit PopcornFinance.com/2018goal for details on how to be a part of this special episode. Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

This week we pick up where we left off a couple of weeks ago on episode 032.  In part 2 of my conversation with "K" we discuss some of the things that got us into over $27,000 in debt and what were those purchases that we really enjoyed. Make sure you check out Part 1 first. See Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/34 Click here to view one of my earlier blog posts on how debt affected our lives Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Outro Music</

This week Erin Lowry joins me for a bag of popcorn.  Erin is the founder of BrokeMillennial.com and the author of the book Broke Millennial.  We discuss some techniques to improve how you save and why you need more balance in your financial life. Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/33 Support the Podcast at PopcornFinance.com/Support Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance   Outro Music Buddha by Kontekst <a class= "yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string" href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Fsoundcloud.com%2Fkontekstmusic&redir_token=Wy5NX

Last week on episode 031, I sat down with Liz Weston of NerdWallet.com & AskLizWeston.com to discuss sharing your debt story.  So this week I thought that it would only be appropriate for me to share my personal debt story.  But this was not mine journey alone.  So that is why my wife "K" agreed to join me on today's episode.  Listen to part 1 of our conversation as we discuss how we got in to over $27,000 in debt. Click here to view one of my earlier blog posts on how debt affected our lives. Find Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/32 Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "https://twitter.

I had the privilege to sit down with the one and only Liz Weston of NerdWallet.com and AskLizWeston.com.  I first met Liz when she interviewed me and my wife for an article she was writing on the vicious debt cycle in which many people find themselves.  So when I found out that she would also be at FinCon I knew I had to find a way to have her on the podcast. In this episode we discuss: -How taboo the topic of debt and money have become -More people than you may think are dealing with debt    -Watching what others spend -Much More!   Find Full Show Notes at PopcornFinance.com/31 Find out more about Liz Weston at: AskLizWeston.com Twitter - @LizWeston  Facebook - Liz

Visit PopcornFinance.com/BlackFriday for the show notes & how to enter.  No purchase necessary. I hate Black Friday. I hate it because I used to work in retail when I was in college. I would have to wake up between 2 and 3 am the next morning after enjoying my thanksgiving dinner to go to work. I would be there for at least 12 hours.  It would be a very, very long day.  So, because of the trauma that I suffered on this day I will be doing a special giveaway. I will be giving away a 1 (one) month subscription to Netflix to incentivize people to stay home. You can just stay at home all day on black Friday and watch all the stuff that is on there. This giveaway will run from 11/21/17 through 11/23/17 at 12pm pst.  There will be two ways for you to enter in to this giveaway.  -First if you are not already subscribed to the Popcorn Finance Podcast, subscribe via your podcast player of choice.   Send a screenshot sh

Nick True joins me on the latest episode on the Popcorn Finance Podcast.  Nick is the Social Media Manager for FinCon and the founder of MappedOutMoney.com.  I met Nick at FinCon (a conference for financial professionals, bloggers, & podcasters) while he was giving the new attendee orientation. In this episode Nick discusses how he started working for FinCon and how he & his wife handle their finances while living a non-traditional lifestyle traveling across the US. This episode will be especially helpful for this of you trying to figure out how to budget with an income the fluctuates.   Find show notes at PopcornFinance.com/030   Find out more about Nick True at: Instagram - NickDTrue <a href= "https://www.you

Alex & Cassie from TheThriftyCouple.com join me on today's episode live from FinCon in Dallas, TX.  They share their amazing journey of accumulating and then paying off over $100,000 in debt.  Also in the process of tackling this debt Alex and Cassy developed a debt repayment technique that would eventually turn into their book The 2% Rule To Get Debt Free.   PopcornFinance.com/29   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

Marvin called in wanting to know what a young person just starting out should do to establish credit.  Marvin is already ahead of the game & recently obtained a secured credit card.  We explore secured credit cards & how paying your rent can also help you establish credit.   PopcornFinance.com/28   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - @PopcornFinance Facebook - Popcorn Finance

This is the first of many great interviews that I recorded while at FinCon.  I am joined today by Tyler from WhenTheMoneysGood.com.   Tyler is a Virginia native with an MBA focused in Finance and Accounting.  In today's episode she shares what it's like being young & living in one of the more expensive cities in the U.S. just out of college.   PopcornFinance.com/027   Keep up with Tyler  WhenTheMoneysGood.com Twitter - @whenmoneysgood Instagram - @whenthemoneysgood Facebook   Connect with me Instagram -@PopcornFinancePodcast Twitter - <a href= "h

I found a new fortress of solitude & it's called the public library.  Little did i know that it would come with an extra perk.   PopcornFinance.com/25

I received two great calls with a minty connection. Today we discuss budget tools & a potential business opportunity. popcornfinance.com/episode024

“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    

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/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/

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/

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

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

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

Is paying to have your credit repaired worthwhile or just a waste of money? Come join the discussion. popcornfinance.com/episode-008-paying-repair-credit/

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

Join me in part 2 of our discussion on the top myths surrounding your credit score. popcornfinance.com/006-credit-score-myths-part-2

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

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 not only is she an amazing saver, but she is passionate about helping others on their unique financial journey. popcornfinance.com/podcast-episode-…ourney-to-launch

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

Welcome Back to Credit Week 💳 In this episode we cover: • Our Changing Credit System • Fair Isaac • FICO Scores Are Not Perfect    popcornfinance.com/episode-002-birth-credit-score

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