Everyone's Talkin' Money

Adulting. No matter how you feel about that word, the truth is we all have to deal with topics we’d rather not talk about, like how to choose a guardian for your kid if something happened to you and why almost everyone needs to create a will. Dave Hanley, CEO of Tomorrow, is joining us on this episode for a lively and fun chat about what you need to know when choosing a guardian and how you can create a will, for free, with no strings attached. What You'll Learn The staggering results of Tomorrow's survey on who most of us would choose as a guardian for our kids How to start the guardian conversation and who you should choose Why almost everyone needs a will What goes into creating a will The important money lesson Dave learned in India when he didn't have any money Links Tomorrow (wills + life insurance) Other online life insurance options: Haven Life + Policy Genius SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We live in a noisy world – there’s noise on social media, noise on the TV, noise at work and noise in the investing world. I have to admit it’s hard to know what to pay attention to, let alone know what to invest in and when. Michele Schneider, the author of Plant Your Money Tree, is our guest on this episode dishing what you need to know to tune out the investing noise and tune into what you need to know. She's somewhat of a legend in the investing world and trailblazing woman with pearls of wisdom. What You'll Learn How to know what to pay attention to when it comes to investing and what to ignore What role social media is playing in keeping you broke and miserable How Mish turned away from her parent's goal of her being a teacher to take on the investing world Why you need to understand the 6 phases in the market to become a successful investor Her favorite bits of wisdom from her new book, Plant Your Money Tree Links Plant Your Money Tree MarketGuage Mish on Twitter SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The average wedding in the U.S. costs $33,931. That's a lot of money to spend in one day. No matter what your budget is, you're going to need some tips on where to spend and where to save your cash. Aleisha McCormack, the host of the Bridechilla podcast, is joining us on this episode to dish her favorite wedding day tips to keep you and your bank account happy. (FYI: Aleisha is hilarious and even if you aren't getting married or you're already married you'll want to check this episode out.) What You'll Learn What are the most overrated expenses Aleisha has seen with weddings that you can avoid Where you should spend and save your cash Why Aleisha says everyone needs a F-it bucket and how it can save your wedding planning What are the ways to avoid stressing out about your wedding The one piece of advice about getting married that Aleisha says you have to know about SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s no secret that health care costs continue to rise – if you pay your health insurance premiums each month, you know what I mean. Picking the right health insurance matters greatly to your health and your bank account. On this episode, I had a chat with Kim Buckey, VP of client services at DirectPath, to find out how much cash you could be saving or you might be wasting based on the plan you’ve got. What You'll Learn Why does it matter what health insurance plan you choose What to consider other than the price of the plan Why are health insurance premiums continue to rise and benefits are getting worse Do you have to pay your medical bill right away and can you negotiate any fees Get educated on the particulars of your health care plan to know if you should switch when open enrollment rolls around How to save money on your health insurance plan Links Open enrollment info DirectPath SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wanted to drastically change your life? Turn everything upside down, recreate yourself and live a life full of adventure. What if you were just one step away from a radical change in your life? Today’s podcast episode is going to inspire you, I know it did me. My guest, Shane Dillon, reached out to me a few months ago and I was blown away by his story. Get this, in 2017 he left behind his 9 to 5 job to bicycle across the U.S. and Europe, moved to Spain to teach and wrote his first personal finance book. Shane will inspire you in this episode to reach beyond what you thought was possible for your life. What You'll Learn How Shane decided to leave his 9 to 5 behind and bicycle across the U.S. and Europe The lessons Shane learned about himself and his finances on his journey Why Shane moved to Spain and how he manages his money living aboard The crazy story of Shane's book, The Franklin Fi, and how he wrote it on a cycling adventure Shane's tips to cultivating a life of adventure, purpose, and passion Why you need to think of yourself as a human corporation Links The Franklin Fi Shane on Twitter SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fact: we have behavioral traps that keep us in our money mindset. We rationalize, compare, and make judgments when it comes to our money. Are those traps keeping you trapped or are they moving you closer to your money goals? Our guest today, Jeff Kreisler, author of the new book Dollars and Sense, How We Misthink Money and How to Spend Smarter, is sharing the hidden forces that drive our choices around money. What You'll Learn What are the hidden forces around money and why are they so hidden How to win the battle against irrational spending behavior (that is if you want to) How to trick our brains to make smarter choices Jeff's favorite takeaways from his new book Links Jeff's website Dollars and Sense book SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is over $2.1 trillion in checking accounts that is just sitting, hanging out, and not earning any interest. Why? Well, most of us are terrorized to part with our cash and love the feeling of seeing our money safe and sound. But that's not helping you build towards your future. Today's guest, Gil Akos, the co-founder, and CEO of Astra, a mobile app that helps you transfer money back and forth between all your accounts and automate your savings, so really there isn't a good excuse not to save your money. But I know, there are so many apps, do you need another one – I’m right there with you, but I have to say, I’m pretty intrigued… What You'll Learn What's hurting you by keeping your cash stashed in a bank account Why Gil created Astra and how can it make your financial life easier The trends behind millennials and how much they save Why automating your finances is a powerful way to achieve goals How you can use the power of progress and be proactive to better your finances Links Astra SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Call it a conspiracy or whatever you want, but there is a well-orchestrated message out there that creating a plan for your money that helps you achieve your goals is impossible – you’ll never save enough, you’ll never get out of debt, you’ll outlive your money, blah. That's not true because it is possible for you to get your financial house in order right now with what you’ve got in your bank account. Our podcast guest, Peter Lazaroff is going to show us how. What You'll Learn Easy strategies you can use to build your wealth How to get in a better relationship with the world wealth Why you should create a reverse budget and how to create one easily The magic of goals based investing and how you can benefit from it Some of Peter's best tips from his new book, Making Money Simple: The Complete Guide to Getting Your Financial House in Order and Keeping It That Way Forever Links Smart Money Quiz Peter's website Grab Peter's book, Making Money Simple My favorite travel insurance site: CSA Travel Protection SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever had those moments when you know you’ve got some extra cash in your bank account and then you aimlessly spend it all while thinking, "I know there was some good reason I was saving this money?" This episode is all about creating a plan to upgrade areas of your life where you spend the most amount of time because, without a plan, that extra cash will likely be spent on stuff you don't really need. What You'll Learn Why I decided to upgrade four areas of my life where I spend the most amount of time How to create a plan for upgrading your life based on your budget My 25%-50% rule that I use whenever I get extra cash How spending money where you spend your life can help bring balance to all areas of your life How to figure out what areas of your life need some upgrading Links Casper Mattress Avocado Mattress The best mouse ever SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have talents – maybe you’re good at writing, or you can bake a mean pie, or maybe you’re great at organization, or snowboarding is your jam. What if there was a way to use your talents to travel the world and have epic adventures? Our podcasts guest, Abbey Ley, is sharing how she traded her graphic design talents to explore the world. What You'll Learn How did Abbey learn how to trade her talents to travel the world How does Abbey travel while still paying off her student loan and manage her credit card debt Abbey recently went on a 6-week trip - how did she figure out where to save and where to splurge What advice does Abbey have for you to figure out what your talents are that you can trade for travel What has Abbey's money journey been as a freelancer trying to balance earning money with saving for her future Links Abbey's company Samyama Mindfulness Bali SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Erin Lowry says in her new book, Broke Millennial Takes On Investing, it’s easy to think you’re not ready or rich enough to start investing. But what if you’re exactly at the right place right now to start investing and dramatically change your future? What You'll Learn So how do you know when you're ready to start investing? Why do we all wait too long to start investing How can you get started investing if you're uncomfortable with losing money How Erin got interested in personal finance and ultimately investing Erin's favorite tidbits from her new book, Broke Millennial Takes on Investing Links Broke Millennial Takes on Investing Broke Millennial SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The idea of going solo is so super sexy – sipping champagne all day long, vacationing when you want, working from anywhere in the world, but what happens to your cash when you go solo is also an important piece of the puzzle. Our podcast guest today, Morra Aarons-Mele, is dishing all about how she decided one day to sit down and factor out how much money she left behind the day she walked away from the corporate world. And yes, it's somewhere around $1.3 million. What You'll Learn Hear how Morra discovered how much money she walked away from What are women not thinking about that they should be in terms of their financial future How we can begin to change the conversation around retirement so it's something we're inspired to tackle early on Why women tend to be more conservative investors, and how to change our thinking How to push past being introverted and get yourself out there in terms of your career Links Girlboss article Morra's Website SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that 300 million people around the world have depression and anxiety, according to the World Health Organization, and It’s estimated that 15 percent of the adult population will experience depression at some point in their lifetime? I’m one of them, and this is my journey. What You'll Learn The money lessons I learned battling through depression and anxiety Why I'm a big fan of creating a "health slush fund" How I used acupuncture and herbs to help heal my body What food choices I made to get my body in fighting shape The economic impact of depression on everyday life How green juice helped heal my body Links Acupuncture for stress and depression Depression statistics and the economic impact of depression SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being smart with your money is more than just knowing how to pay off debt and save for retirement. Being smart with your money is about taking inventory of your entire life, every aspect of you, and bringing that in alignment with the version of life you want to live. Our podcast guest, Yogesh, is the CEO and co-founder of Avibra, a super innovative new app that is flipping the idea of life insurance on its side and focusing on how longevity + mortality can come together to create a unique value to current and next-generation customers. What You'll Learn Why traditional life insurance gets a bad wrap How to incorporate life insurance coverage in your financial plan What living well and making smart lifestyle choices have in common with life insurance What Yogesh learned growing up in a poor family in India that he's brought to his company, Avibra How seeking wellness translates in your finances What Avibra is doing differently for those who earn less than $100,000 Links Avibra Strong Feelings podcast SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s no secret, we all have dreams of being the next great social media influencer, and why not, they’re making serious bank. So what does it take to be an influencer and put a few more bucks in your bank account? Our podcast guest, Brendan Kane, is recently known for gaining one million followers in 100 countries in less than 30 days, which lead to his new book One Million Followers. I’m thinking Brendan can help us all brush up on our social influence. What You'll Learn Why are we all so hooked on social media influencers What are the economics behind the social media influencer business What can we learn from the Frye festival How can an entrepreneur or small business gain a massive social media following, and should they be focused on that How can we set ourselves up to best work with brands What advice would you give someone who wants to grow their social account authentically Links Brendan on Instagram One Million Followers SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Doug Lynam, our podcast guest says, money is not the root of all evil, but we all need to be a little bit wealthy. That may seem like a controversial statement from someone who spent 20 years as a Monk, but as Doug talks about in this episode, there is a way to get in a healthy relationship with your money so you can live life on your terms. In fact, Doug ‘s money journey started way back when the monastery he worked for went bankrupt, which forced him to learn about money management – now that’s a story you don’t hear about every day! What You'll Learn How did Doug go from monk to money manager What life was like as a monk and how that relates to money What money lessons did Doug learn from his monastery going bankrupt Why we should all strive to be a little bit wealthy What advice Doug would give his 30-something self about life and money Links Doug's website From Monk to Money Manager book SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Money is one of the leading causes of divorce. Why? Because we don’t like to talk about it, not while we’re dating, not when we get engaged, and certainly not when we get married. Can we change the divorce rate if we just starting talking about money? Today's podcast guest, Dan Hinz, is helping couples learn how to talk about money with their partner so we can all have happy and long-lasting relationships. What You'll Learn Why is so hard to talk to your significant other and spouse about money What are the trickiest subjects to talk about in regards to money and why do we all avoid them How Dan and his wife handle money issues and healthy conversations How to develop a money system in your relationship that works for both of you How to begin to talk about money early in your relationship Links Adulting With Money - How to Talk to Your Spouse About Money - The Ultimate Guide Dan on Twitter Dan on Facebook SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you remember your childhood dreams? What did you really want to be? What happens when your dream doesn’t match reality? Today’s podcast guest, Renee Cohen, saw her childhood dreams come true, but that lead her to feeling purpose-less and disconnected. Find out her journey to uncover her calling and how that lead her to the world of personal finance. What You'll Learn What are some of the powerful lessons Renee learned from her dream not matching reality Renee's thoughts on women in sports and whether women will be able to make as much as men in the future Keys to building a strong money foundation despite all the tugs on our finances How to figure out what your calling is and an action plan to achieve it Links Renee's website Morty You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcher.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are podcasts, and blogs, and articles and apps all giving you tips and strategies for your money and then there are so many places for your money to go – paying off debt, saving to build your er fund, college funds for kids, buying your first house, going on a trip to Europe to eat gelato in Italy. But there’s only so much money to go around. Today’s guest, David Waldrop, is a friend of the podcast who has been on the show in the past He’s a CFP® and has so many great tips to help you build a stronger financial foundation, including these 5 easy steps to improve your finances. What You'll Learn: Why it's easier to start with easy money steps What he thinks is the top money step that everyone must do Why you shouldn't overlook giving yourself a raise and how to do it What the most overlooked money step is and why it's important What he would tell his 30 something self about life and money Links: The Astute Advisor David's YouTube Channel SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As our guest today, Benjamin Brant a fellow CFP says, planning your amazing retirement starts today. You’re never too young to think about how you want to live your life in the future. It might not work out that way, but who cares, at least you’re taking some steps to get yourself there vs. waiting and wishing that you somehow hit the jackpot and win the lotto. So, I went straight to Benjamin, a retirement expert, to figure out what you should be doing about your future now. What You'll Learn What are some of the biggest keys to being wealthy What are the investing needs of someone younger vs. someone older What Ben really thinks about the FIRE movement How to set yourself up now for an amazing retirement Links Retirement Starts Today Radio You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By 2020 American women will control $22 trillion in capital, and impact investing is expected to reach $440 billion, the real question is how Can Women Tackle Impact Investing with Confidence? Today's podcast guest, Ellen Remmer, is here to discuss the ins and outs of impact investing for women. What You'll Learn What is impact investing How can you invest for impact on any budget Does impact investing provide as much return as traditional investing What are some ways Invest for Better are working to help women with impact investing Ellen's own story and experience with investing for impact What trends we'll see in the future of impact investing Links Invest for Better You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes divorce? No, wait, that’s not right. Today we’re talking the topic on everyone’s mind – prenuptial agreements. Family law attorney, Carolyn Grimes, is going to fill you in on what a prenup is and why you might be a good candidate. What You'll Learn Celebrities are good candidates for prenups, but what about the rest of us How to initiate the "I want a prenup" conversation with your hunny What is and what isn't covered in a prenup What happens when you get divorced with a prenup Can you get a postnup Links Carolyn Grimes You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The recent Varsity Blues scam rocked the news media, but the storyline isn't a shock to me. I’ve been all too aware that many wealthy people have been able to scam the system for years now. Adebisi Adebowale, the founder of Upliftology, joins us to talk about the scandal and uncover if it is possible for students to get a GOOD education in an Ivy League or non-Ivy League without scamming the system? What You'll Learn What the Varsity Blues scandal brings to light What changes need to occur in the college system to bring fairness to all The facts behind how this scam was facilitated at multiple levels How to use scholarships to afford college and grad school and not need to scam the system The issues of privileges, the elite, and the impacts on students of color applying to predominately white institutions Links Upliftology Adebisi's TEDx Talk You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to have a cup of coffee this week on us? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Epic adventures are in a word, EPIC. Whether you want to travel to a far-off country and climb Mt. Kilimanjaro or swim the beautiful Great Barrier reef in Australia there are limitless options for epic adventures. But epic adventures take cash, flexibility, and an ability to get outside your comfort zone. Teresa Mendes is no stranger to epic adventures…she’s been adventuring every chance she gets. In today’s episode, Teresa is taking us to Australia and walking us through how she managed to save $2,000 in 6 months to pull off this trip of a lifetime. What You'll Learn How Teresa saved $2,000 in 6 months How to figure out what to save and what to splurge on Travel tips to make epic adventures possible What you learn from an epic adventure How to create a strategy to pay off debt post trip Solo travel vs. traveling in a group Links You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! Want to win a cup of coffee this week? Leave a review in iTunes and email a copy of your review to [email protected]. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You might have a love-hate relationship with credit cards, but what if those points unlocked a world of experience for you? On this episode, we're exploring all the magical wonders of credit card points and my system to build up points fast. What You'll Learn My thoughts on why I'm a fan of credit cards 7 ways you can use your credit card points to put more money back in your pocket My credit card system I use each month How to get in a better relationship with your credit card points Tips to help you get the best cards for your goals Links You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to http://www.stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You filed your taxes, and you're feeling pretty good, now what? Since you’ve got money on your mind, what about taking the rest of March or even April to get some of your money to-do items in motion. You know, that stuff that you haven’t been motivated to do…but you know you should take care of. What You'll Learn How to create a solid plan for your refund (or any excess money you have lying around) How to build balance into your finances so you stay motivated Discussion of popular money to-do items that you can tackle How to stay focused on one money task each day and the powerful benefits it has on your life Links Willing (online will) Tomorrow (online will) Haven Life Insurance (online life insurance) Albert (smart savings app) SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans owe over $1.56 trillion in student loan debt - and that number is rising each year. So, what would you do to get your student loans paid off? Would you do something that seems scary just to wipe away your debt? Today's podcast guest, Grant, and Ally from the new CollegeHumor show, Total Forgiveness, join us to have a lively discussion around student loan debt and the lengths they are willing to go to wave bye-bye to their debt. What You'll Learn How Grant and Ally came up with the idea for Total Forgiveness How student loan debt impacts our everyday life Is college still a viable option How to approach paying off your student loan debt Grant and Ally's money story around student loan debt The crazy lengths they went to in order to pay down their debt Links Total Forgiveness CollegeHumor Student Loan Debt Statistics SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are loads of ways to put more money in your pocket every month – two of my favorites are cutting cable and getting a mobile plan that doesn’t drain your bank account. Today's guest, Talking Tech podcast host Jefferson Graham, is dishing the latest trends in streaming services and mobile options to help you save money. What You'll Learn The latest trends in streaming services for every budget Why Mint Mobile is leading the way in affordable cell service Jefferson's favorite credit card to earn free trips Anything we should be aware of security wise regarding phone carriers How do you know what service is right for us Links Talking Tech podcast Jefferson on Twitter Mint Mobile SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fertility is a tricky (and expensive) topic. No matter how you feel about having babies, you have to face that question at some point in life, and it can be a difficult one. Do you have kids, can you have kids, and when is the right time to have kids. Today's podcast guest, Afton Vechery, co-founder and CEO of Modern Fertility joins me to talk all about the price of fertility and what her company is doing to change the conversation. What You'll Learn Why is fertility a hush-hush topic What are the physical ramifications of having babies later in life Why traditional fertility testing is so expensive Why we need to start talking fertility in our 20's How fertility testing works Ways to cut the costs when it comes to testing your fertility Links Modern Fertility You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Six letters – BUDGET – probably one of the most despised combination of letters in the English language, but that’s because you’re thinking about it all wrong. A budget isn’t a set in stone document that is some formal decree telling what you can and can’t spend your money on. In fact, in this episode, I'm giving you permission to throw out your budget with a few simple caveats. What You'll Learn Understand why you despise the process of budgeting first What questions to ask yourself to get in a better money mindset Why setting goals is the key to achieving financial success So many tips on how to win at budgeting and tracking your money each month My easy 1-2-3 system of budgeting Why you need to be in the driver's seat when it comes to your spending (your future will thank you) Sharing my own story and struggles with budgeting Links You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Being in a successful relationship, let alone being married, is tough enough but when you add working together, juggling creative projects, and three kids, you get to do a huge victory lap if you make that work. Today's podcast guests Drew and Ellie Holcomb joins us for a real-life money chat about being musicians, making the money work, dreaming up big projects like Drew's Moon River Festival and Ellie's children's book, Who Sang the First Song and keeping their marriage strong. What You'll Learn How to bring big dreams into reality How these two musicians have build a life around projects that matter Why they saying being on the road and touring is like dating all over again The process of songwriting when you have two different approaches Behind the scenes - how they decide what to spend their money on The end of the year tradition they never miss out on (unless they have a new baby) How they balance having kids with their dreams Links Drew Holcomb Ellie Holcomb Magnolia Record Club Moon River Festival Who Sang the First Song You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Online banks are the new avocado toast, and why not. Traditional banks serve up silly fees and often not-so-great customer service. The last few years have brought the revolution and evolution of some great online banking options, and our guest, Laira from GoBankingRates is sharing who's the best of the best. What You'll Learn Why do you think more and more people are moving to online banks over traditional brick and mortar banks? Will traditional banks ever go away? Are there any trends you are seeing emerge from this year’s list of the best online banks? I get a lot of questions about online banks with the most popular question being why would I consider switching to an online bank. Why would someone make the switch? What about safety with online banks? Links GoBankingRates Best Online Banks You can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for iOS or Android and start listening. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mastering your money is like putting together a great recipe. You need a little of this and a little of that. We spend a lot of time talking about the tactical steps to money, but we also need to understand the emotional component that brings the tactics to life. Today's guest, Danetha Doe is sharing her own money story to inspire you to master the tactical and emotional steps into one perfect combination. What You'll Learn Danetha's career and money journey that has taken her from the NFL to entrepreneurship, accounting and empowering women How you can effectively combine the emotional and tactical sides of money How to master your money without focusing solely on how much you have (or don't have) What you can learn from your own career journey that provides valuable money and life lessons How to understand the emotions behind the money decisions you make Links Danetha Doe Money and Mimosas You can find all episodes of Millennial Money 6 months and older, plus ad-free new episodes, only on Stitcher Premium. For a free month of Stitcher Premium, go to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and use promo code ‘WONDERY’. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes when life gets crazy you just have to go home. For me, that's Indianapolis, and last fall I had a chance to visit and learn why Indy is now one of the hottest millennial destinations to visit. It's got so much to offer everyone whether you like beer, sports, great food, amazing hotels, or outdoor activities to get your blood pumping. What You'll Learn What makes Indianapolis one of the best destinations to visit and to move to What local millennials are doing to bring the city to life What trends Indy is creating in the world of food, culture, and sports Why I fell back in love with my hometown How to stretch your travel dollars in Indy (and why you should add it to your must-visit list for 2019) Links Restaurants: Milktooth The Eagle Rook Café Patachou Provider Coffee Bars: Hotel Tango St. Joseph Brewery Sun King Brewery Indy Cool Stuff: Visit Indy City Market Catacomb Tour Newfields Indianapolis Cultural Trail Blue Indy Our Indy Guests: Jared Byczko & Fabian Rodriguez from Drink Culture Podcast - At Rook restaurant Karen Laine and Mina Starsiak from Good Bones TV Show on HDTV – At Provider Coffee Mike Gillis from WDRFA Indy - At Hotel Tango for cocktails You can find all episodes of Millennial Money 6 months and older, plus ad-free new episodes, only on Stitcher Premium. For a free month of Stitcher Premium, go to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and use promo code ‘WONDERY’. SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tax time rolls around faster than we'd like each year. It's already February, and that means it's time to rustle up all your W-2's and 1099's and get yourself ready for this tax season. Diane Gardner, an Enrolled Agent, and Certified Tax Coach is joining us to share what you need to know about getting prepared for April 15th. What You'll Learn How to get yourself prepared for filing your taxes this year How the new Tax Act changes will or will not impact your finances What to do if you get one of those tax fraud hoax calls How to get prepared all year long so you don't have to panic What should you do if you're a victim of tax fraud What self-employed and side hustlers need to know about tax deductions Links Diane Gardner Adept Business Solutions SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shopping for a house is a lot of fun. Getting a mortgage is not. Until recently, getting a mortgage to buy a house has been a hassle, full of stress, paperwork, and a lot of money that trades hands. Thankfully, technology and some ingenuity are changing the game. Brian Faux from Morty is joining us on the podcast today to share what you need to know to get the right mortgage for you. What You'll Learn What is broken with the current system and way we go about getting a mortgage for a home What happened that lead to the mortgage meltdown ten years ago and can we avoid it again What makes for a good homebuyer How can you prepare yourself financially to get a mortgage What does the mortgage process look like How has technology changed the mortgage process and why Morty is so original How you can feel empowered during the mortgage process Links Morty Money Game Plan Challenge SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can’t avoid disasters – no matter how hard you try, whether they happen at your house or outside your house, you’re going to come face to face with an emergency. My question to you is are you prepared? The good news is you don't have to spend a lot of money, but I want being prepared to be a goal on your to-do list. Today's guest, Laurie March, the brains behind Know How Studios, is my go-to girl on all things preparedness. What You'll Learn How to prepare for lots of different types of disasters Why don't we like to talk about risks (and how that could case even more risks) Why you don't need to spend a lot of money to be prepared How to put together your "bug out" bag and what should be in it How to figure out what your risks are when it comes to emergencies Why a preparedness course is worth the investment to keep you safe Links Know How Studios What's next for Know How Studios Preparedness List SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Student loans can suck the life out of you – I mean, you were just trying to get an education to get ahead. Today’s podcast guest, David Carlson, has got a Student Loan Solution to help you kick your debt to the curb. What You'll Learn How being $100,000 in student loan debt lead David and his wife to learn everything they could about student loans How to find the right student loan payment plan for your life Why you need to be an advocate for your student loan debt (and how to do it) Steps to pay off your student loan debt in 2019 Everything about student loan forgiveness plans What you'll uncover in David's new book Student Loan Solution Links Young Adult Money Student Loan Solution Money Game Plan Challenge SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arguably, peanut butter and chocolate is the best combination ever, but there’s a new kid on the block – the combination of your money and the concept of impact investing. Did you know you have the power to change the world with your dollars? Everything you spend your money on sends a message. This is a concept I’ve become really dialed into the last couple of years, so I was pumped to speak with Catherine Berman, co-founder, and CEO of CNote, an award-winning investment platform where you earn a better return while investing in causes and communities that matter to you. What You'll Learn Is socially responsible investing just a fad or a great way to invest some of your dollars for a profit What has lead to the growth of socially responsible investing What makes for a socially responsible fund How CNote is working to tie your investing dollars with impact What portion of your money should be investing in impact investing funds Links CNote Money Game Plan Challenge Sign-up SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raise your hand if you want to get in a better mindset and smash your goals in 2019? No matter your goal is, big or small, you're going to need a plan to turn it from a desire into an achievable goal. What You'll Learn Why certain goals succeed and other goals fall apart Talking through some of the goals that have worked for me over the years and how I was able to achieve them Ask Shannah question all about the saving money crisis in America and my thoughts on how to ramp up your savings for emergencies Introduction to the Money Game Plan Challenge to crush your goals in 4-weeks (it's free too) Links Money Game Plan Challenge Sign up (be sure to sign up by Feb 4th) Morty (proudly partnering with us for the Money Game Plan Challenge) Budgeting When the Numbers Don't Make Sense SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you open your Instagram or FB app, there’s this unrealistic force that hits you. You can call it FOMO or whatever you like, but the feeling that you need to make millions of dollars in your business and life and work harder and better than everyone else. It’s unrealistic because it will burn you out fast – I speak from personal experience and I’ve witnessed countless others feel the same burn. Today's podcast guest, Paul Jarvis, is showing us why bigger isn't always better. What You'll Learn Why Paul Jarvis says he doesn't need to make $1 million in business to be successful How to avoid getting trapped in FOMO regarding your business and life What steps you can take this year to increase revenue while still keeping your business aligned with your goals The evolution of Paul's new book: Company of One, and the most powerful lessons from the book Why rats make good pets (seriously) Links Paul Jarvis Company of One Book SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever wondered how your health affects your bank account? It does, in powerful ways, and I’m going to tell you why in today’s episode. In 2017 I was determined to find a way to get a better balance in my life because I knew that it had a direct correlation with my finances, so I joined a yoga studio. I liked it a lot, until one day I walked into David Lynch's class and then I fell in love with yoga. I fell in love with the power to transform my mind form the inside out. It’s a new year, and if you’re going to do a new you now is the time to understand the strong connection between your health, your mindset, and your money. What You'll Learn The power that your mind and body has on your overall success Why you need time to reset your mind every day (& how to do it) Ways you can cultivate a better mindset this year How to figure out what you focus on and what distracts you from achieving your goals in life David's career and life journey that lead him to yoga Links David Lynch Yoga SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your credit score has power and that three-digit number has a dramatic impact on your financial future. If you do nothing else this year, grab your credit score the tail and yank it up to 700+ (preferably over 740). You don’t have to go all crazy trying for an 850 score – but don’t get lazy. Even if you have a good score, it could drop tomorrow by one silly mishap. Marsha Barnes from The Finance Bar will share her best tips to get your score in check for the new year. What You'll Learn Why your credit score is a powerful piece of your financial future How to create a better financial brand for yourself Which credit scoring models do you need to care about What action steps you should take this year to raise your score How your score impacts your job and where you live Why Marsha is so passionate about financial literacy Links FICO The Finance Bar Credit Karma Credit Sesame SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Money lessons are the single most defining element to your money success, and I’m baring all in this episode to share my biggest money lessons of 2018. Money lessons teach you a lot about yourself and what’s important to you. They can have you headed in a direction that you want to go to achieve your goals or keep you spinning your wheels until you figure out that you’re supposed to make a change or learn something. They are powerful tools – if you chose to use them. What You'll Learn How I use my biggest money lessons to propel me forward and not hold me back The importance of mental health to your financial health Why you should always have a f**k it fund for when life throws a curve ball What your bank account and your happiness have in common How to process your money lessons SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New Year’s resolutions are stupid – don’t waste time or energy making resolutions. I’ve got a better plan I’m going to share with you on today’s episode. According to U.S. News, 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February. And, in a poll that was taken in 2017, 53% of people said their resolution was to save money and 45% was to lose weight and get in shape while 25% of people said they just wanted to have more sex. Ok, well those aren’t bad resolutions, right. But they don’t stick. So what can you do – you’ve got to have a different plan for success – and it’s not about resolutions it’s about action. What You'll Learn How to relax into the new year without a laundry list of resolutions Why resolutions don't work How to set goals and make an action plan that will work How to embrace you in the new year Why you should be thankful for the past and move on SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special Christmas episode, we're featuring a Best Of episode that was a listener favorite. It takes some work to spend $2 million a month like Johnny Depp has been the last few years. I mean, come on, that does take some work to do that (but I’d love the chance to try, right). You don’t need to have Johnny Depp’s bank account though to let yourself get carried away with your budget and spending. What is it that you’re playing for? You see, even Johnny Depp’s financial advisors started to waive some caution flags in front of him when his spending got carried away. When this happens, it’s time to dial in and budget for your life, not your bank account. What You'll Learn We’ll chat about the ridiculousness of Johnny Depp’s spending and what you can learn from it How you can visualize your own spending in a way that makes sense and keeps you motivated Where do you begin to set some boundaries around spending or even your goals What are you playing for - this is the million dollar question SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've always said if I could travel the world and earn a paycheck, I'd be the first to sign up. Today’s podcast guest Michael Kahn will teach us all how he took part in Remote Year, a program that allows young professionals to travel the world while working remotely, and lived the most amazing year of his life. He traveled with 75 people from around the world and lived in 12 countries for one month at a time, all while he learned how to travel smartly and on a budget. I can’t wait for him to tell you how he explored the world. What You'll Learn There are unique ways to explore the world and earn a paycheck by working remotely Why working remotely is on the rise How to deal with language differences when you travel (aka, don't be afraid to go to unknown places) Ways to travel on a budget and still enjoy every place you visit Why Flixbus was one of the best discoveries Michael made on his travels (and how he turned that into a full-time job) Links Flixbus Remote Year SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When I got out of college, I didn’t really care what went on in Washington and the government. It just sort of happened behind the scenes of my life. But now I care because I see how policies and government decisions can have an impact – good or bad- on my bank account and yet, it’s so hard to decipher what is good and not good watching the news and getting the highlights. So, I went straight to Mark Hamrick, Bankrate's senior economic analyst, to ask him how the political environment will impact you and me and what we need to know to be prepared. What You'll Learn Why what happens in Washington with the government matters when it comes to our finances What are some of the political and economic threats against your money for the new year Is the government really doing anything to help student loan debt What economic indicators you should pay attention to How the rising interest rates impact your goals and your finances How can you protect your finances against whichever party is in office Links Bankrate Economic Indicators Mark's Twitter SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Please don't be shy - share the episodes you love with your friends. Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes for Free! Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Budgeting and managing your money is hard enough when you have a steady paycheck each month and a laundry list of goals you want to achieve. When you throw in inconsistent income, budgeting becomes even harder. Just like you, I’ve had so many months as an entrepreneur when the numbers don’t add up. I’ve learned a few tricks along the way that I want to share with you. What You'll Learn How I learned to budget when running a non-profit business in college What steps you can take to set up your budget to plan for inconsistent income What steps you can take when you're in the middle of a month or stretch of inconsistent income The most valuable lessons I've learned as a lifelong entrepreneur to make my budget work Why you can't get past knowing your numbers - and why they are the key to your success How I got past the "I deserve it" syndrome to find balance every month Links Clarity Money (budgeting app I use) Marcus by Goldman Sachs (for ER fund savings) Ally Bank (for ER fund savings) SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! If you loved this episode, please share it with your friends on your favorite social media channel so they can enjoy as well and tag @shannahgame #millennialmoneypodcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maybe you’re wondering when the right time to buy a house is or why you should even consider buying a house. The good news is that you’re not alone and we all have those questions and doubts. Last week we talked to Cari from Unison about powerful ways to afford to buy a home without saving 20% down payment, and in this episode, we’ve got a fantastic interview with Gerry Burchard who is both a real estate agent and a customer of Unison. You’re going to love this episode whether you own a house or buying one is on your to-do list for the future. What You'll Learn Is now (or ever) the right time to buy a house What are some home buying trends that millennials need to be aware of Why would you buy vs. rent a house How powerful the concept of leverage is with your money (aka, what could you be doing better with your money) Some of the biggest myths working a real estate agent and how do you find one How Unison helped Gerry maximize his home purchase SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, please share this podcast episode on your social networks and with friends. Sharing helps the podcast grow (and lets us know what content you're enjoying). Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices