Everyone's Talkin' Money

We have such a broad audience on this podcast, which is something I’m proud of. We've got listeners of all ages looking for some money wisdom. One thing that is universal, no matter what decade you find yourself in, is the desire to make smart money moves along the way. Who's with me? On This Podcast Episode: Have you ever wondered what you should be doing with your money, or focusing on, now that you're in your 20's, 30's, 40's and 50's? Truth is, many of these smart money tips work for just about every age and you can use them as a checklist to see where you’re at regardless of your age. Here's a short cheat sheet: 20’s – Figure out how to spend your money 30’s – Decrease your take home pay and ramp up your lifestyle fund 40’s – CYA – cover any exposure you may have that puts your money at risk 50’s – Figure out what’s your number Shout-out To Our Sponsor: Thanks to our new sponsor Brooklinen - the best and most comfortable sheets I’ve slept on. Brooklinen.com has an exclusive offer just for MY listeners. Get $20 off AND free shipping when you use promo code [mymoney] at Brooklinen.com. Brooklinen is SO confident that they offer a risk-free 60-night satisfaction guarantee and a lifetime warranty on all of their sheets and comforters! Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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

Whether you believe in karma or a higher power or just good old juju coming from the universe, sometimes two roads can lead to one path in our lives. That’s exactly what happened with my husband Jeff and myself a few years back and that’s what happened with this week’s musical guests, the Young Fables. Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford (the Young Fables) are a dynamic duo of singer-songwriters that steadily has Music City talking about their unique and honest approach to songwriting, along with their infectious live shows. Heavyweights like Sheryl Crow and Keith Urban have even become “Fable Fanatics.” Oh, and they happen to be a duo that fell in love in real-life as well. On This Podcast Episode: The Young Fables joined us from Nashville to talk about finding love and the music they were meant to play, how their Kickstarter fundraiser went over the top live on the radio and their new album, Old Songs that’s due May 4. My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Links Mentioned: The Young Fables New Album Old Songs Young Fables YouTube Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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

Saving money seems to be the Achilles heel for most of us. Either you can't seem to figure out how to get out of the endless paycheck-to-paycheck cycle or you are on the other end of the spectrum and saving so much that you're also not having a lot of fun in life. Saving money is one of the core personal finance principles but just like my guest, Jamila Souffrant, you have to figure out what you're saving money for in order to have fun with it. On This Podcast Episode: Jamila Souffrant, host of the Journey to Launch podcast and her husband set out with a big goal of saving $85K in one year and close to it in another year. Oh, and they have two children with another on the way. Jamila had a big goal of leaving the corporate world behind to forge her career in personal finance and to retire by the time she turns 40 in a few years. She's well on her way, and dishing some of her best "secrets" to supercharge your own savings. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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 Ask Shannah questions are piling up so today I'm tackling two questions that I feel will resonate with you. On This Podcast Episode: Question #1 - How Much Should I Have Invested (and saved) At Certain Ages - while there are some common goals that are often suggested by personal finance experts, there isn't a hard-fast number for how much you should have invested and saved. Even if you haven't started yet, now is as good of a time as any. However, in the episode, I'm going to offer some common suggestions you can use to figure out if you're on track. Question #2 - Should I Make Weekly Credit Card Payments - well, the most important factor is that you're making your credit card payment on-time, however, these micropayments have become popular with people trying to better their credit score and pay off debt faster. See what I have to say about making weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly credit card payments. Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Shout Out To Our Sponsor: Whether you’re a serious athlete looking for some new workouts or just starting out you need to give Beach Body on Demand a try. Right now listeners can get a free trial membership when you text MYMoney (no spaces) to 303030 – you get full access to the entire platform for FREE. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: 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've all heard of those people who launch online businesses and make a million dollars, and yet it all still seems a bit unbelievable. Almost on accident, Melyssa Griffin transformed her once website design job into a multi-million dollar online business teaching others how to transform their own business...but at the end of the day, she felt a bit purposeless. Something I think we all can relate to, no matter our career. On This Podcast Episode: If you're thinking this whole making money online thing is not realistic, then you need to meet Melyssa. She's not only incredibly successful at her own business, but she spends her day helping others find their own Pursuit With Purpose (that's even the name of her podcast). However, the money lessons that Melyssa has learned along the way might shock you (and you need to hear no matter what your career is). Ask Shannah - How can I get my partner (soon to be spouse) on the same money page with me? Shout Out to Our Sponsor: Audible is offering MM listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to audible.com/mymoney and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening. Go to audible.com/mymoney or text mymoney to 500-500 to get started today. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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

Whatever career path or life choices we take with our lives may often time require a backup plan if something does not work out how we envision. But, what if we have one vision for our lives and no matter how long it takes or how much hard work comes with that dream this is exactly the direction we are headed and nothing will stop us or get in our way? Frontman of the power pop/rock band Jukebox the Ghost Ben Thornewill, always knew music was part of his life plan, from growing up playing classical music to getting a college degree in music and now ten years on as a successful chart-topping band. On This Podcast Episode: Jukebox the Ghost is bringing power pop/rock back with their blend of monster piano jams, hard rock guitar licks, and epically powerful vocals. Now, the Brooklyn-based trio of Thornewill on vocals/piano, Tommy Siegel guitar/vocals, and Jesse Kristin on drums/vocals have a sonically layered new album out right now, “Off to the Races.” We caught up with Thornewill in Brooklyn as Jukebox the Ghost was preparing to hit the road on their headlining tour in support of the new album. We talked with the lead singer about his path from classical music to rock music, their alter-ego of being a Queen cover band and how Brooklyn has become such a hotbed for creatives these days. My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Shout Out to Our Sponsor: ZipRecruiter is honestly the smartest way to hire! Right now, my listeners can try ZipRecruiter for free. That’s right FREE! Just go to ZipRecruiter.com/mymoney! Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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

So how do you exactly build wealth? That is the trillion dollar question. While there isn't one way to answer that question, there are some steps that you can take to begin to build your own definition of wealth (and I'm not talking about having millions of dollars in your bank account). The art of building wealth starts with thinking about your money in a different way than you have in the past and maximizing what you do have. On This Podcast Episode: I'm sharing some of the smart money moves for building wealth that I've seen working with hundreds of people over the last twelve years. Regardless of income, the real question remains, what does true wealth look like to you (hint, it's different for everyone). Let's meet Gary Zimmerman from Max - the company that helps you "Max My Interest" so your cash is growing and always positioned with the best interest rate. Don't think it matters? What're a few dollars here or there? Gary is going to demystify this myth and show you why maxing your interest is one of the smartest ways to build your wealth. Ask Shannah - I'm sharing a success story this week about someone who decided to start making small steps to better his money situation. Proof that we all can change any situation. Shout Out to Our Sponsor: Thanks to HelloFresh. Get $30 off your first week of HelloFresh by going to hellofresh.com and enter code mymoney30. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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

Even though much of the U.S. has been blanketed with snow, rain and cold weather it’s actually spring right now – many are spring breaking as we listen to this episode. On This Podcast Episode: It is never too early or too late for that matter to start planning your epic summer vacation plans or maybe a fall/winter escape in the offseason. Whatever travel plans that may float your boat, we want you to make smarter travel money moves right now! Start your smart travel moves right now by listening to this escape-worthy episode as we talk about finding cheaper Europe deals, using social media to your advantage and where you can hop on the tequila train. Ask Shannah - this is a great question about the future cost of education and whether contributions to a 529 plan make sense if education is free in the future. Since I don't have a crystal ball, I'm only able to make some educated guesses. Links Mentioned: Roomer Travel Norwegian Air Hotel Tonight Kayak My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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 2018, and if you ask me, it’s time to do things better and definitely more affordable. Thanks to technology, we’re seeing a lot of our money transactions transform before our eyes. Think about how we save money with apps like Acorns, invest online with companies like Betterment, and on this podcast episode we’re talking about redefining the banking and mortgage process with two companies (BankMobile and Better Mortgage) that are using technology to do it better! On This Podcast Episode: This episode is dedicated to doing money things better. We’re introducing you to Luvleen Sidhu from BankMobile and Vishal Garg from Better Mortgage to unlock your thinking about two industries that were in dire need of some serious modernizing. Luvleen Sidhu had enough with big banking fees and wanted to do it differently. In 2013, Americans spent $32 billion on overdraft fees, which is three times as much as they spent on breast cancer and lung cancer combined and more than they spent on vegetables. Additionally, the underbanked spend approximately 10 percent of their salaries on fees for alternative financial services. Together with her father Jay Sidhu, she launched BankMobile in January 2015 to offer this banking experience all through a smartphone or tablet device, utilizing cutting-edge technology to make banking seamless. BankMobile offers completely fee-free accounts—checking, savings with a guaranteed higher savings rate than the top four banks in the U.S., and line of credit, access to over 55,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide (BankMobile VIP customers have free access to every ATM in the U.S., which is more than 400,000 ATMs), a personal banker for all customers, and a free financial coach for VIP customers. Vishal Garg is the Founder and CEO of Better Mortgage, working to make the mortgage process simpler, faster and much much better for all Americans – especially the new generation of first-time homebuyers (aka millennials). Better is a digital mortgage company focused on improving access to home financing. They’re using tech to make home buying better by speeding up the process, bringing down the cost and ensuring our customers get the best possible mortgage. Their mission is to make home buying more affordable and accessible for everyone. And that’s built into Better’s DNA - from their zero commissions approach to their 100% transparent process. Ask Shannah - My career journey as a female CFP® - it hasn't always been easy but it's been one of the best decisions I've made. Read more about my journey here. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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're at work, doing your job, day in and day out, and the struggle is real. You've got a crazy co-worker that you share a cubicle with who is always telling you stories of their latest adventures and a boss who is completely unapproachable. Or maybe you're just trying to figure out how in the heck to ask for a promotion. We're calling in Matt Ritter from the Safe For Work podcast to answer all your questions. On This Podcast Episode: Matt Ritter went from Lawyer to Comedian to Executive Recruiter to Podcast host - a journey I can totally relate to. In his new podcast, Safe For Work, Matt, and co-host Liz Dolan are dishing answers to questions that you've always wanted to ask. On this episode, Matt and I are dishing some of his favs. How to ask for a raise When to ask for a promotion How to weigh salary vs. other concerns between two job offers How do you value perks (comp for travel, relocation, free meals, etc) Getting pay less than co-workers When to leave a job for dream job vs. keeping it as a side hustle Ask Shannah segment - a question from Nick asking if he can refinance student loans that he's already refinanced. The short answer is, yes, but I'll sort out the details on this episode. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. You’re awesome and mean so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here. Want More: 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 the workplace can get crazy and messy, there's where the podcast Safe For Work comes in. Join the former head of marketing for Nike, NatGeo, and the Oprah Winfrey Network, Liz Dolan and recovering lawyer turned comedian and executive recruiter, Matt Ritter as they take your calls about the workplace and help you get through Monday to Friday with a little less stress, more confidence and a little more fun. Subscribe to Safe For Work on Apple Podcast, wherever you listen to podcasts or click wondery.fm/safeforwork 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 found yourself asking baffling questions like: How do I grab fear by the ears and snarl at it? What is my anxiety telling me? What are the pivotal plot points of my life? You and me both! We're going to get answers to some of those questions on this podcast episode and hopefully inspire you to continue being the best version of yourself. On This Podcast Episode: Paul Angone, the author of 101 Questions You Need to Ask in Your Twenties, is joining us to dish some of his favorite questions from the book as well as wisdom he found to answers some of those often difficult questions. Paul is the creator of allgroanup.com and read by millions in 190 countries. He is the author of the best-selling book 101 Secrets for Your Twenties, All Groan Up, and his newest book 101 Questions You Need to Ask in Your Twenties. Ask Shannah question: How should I best divvy up my savings if I'm already a good saver? Shout Out To Our Sponsor: Audible is offering Millennial Money listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to audible.com/mymoney and browse the unmatched selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening. Go to audible.com/mymoney or text Show URL to 500-500 to get started today. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: 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

Recently we went to see one of our favorite Irish singers, Glen Hansard and he was telling about his first visit to Los Angeles. He had a quote about how to really get to know a place or culture, “If you want to learn about a place, read the history books. If you want to get to know a place, listen to their songs.” This is so true and we love exploring so many genres of music. These days it seems like we’re all reading more about history, watching documentaries about historic events and of course listening to podcasts about the history of so many things, people and places. On This Podcast Episode: This episode's Ask Shannah question is from Allison who is curious about student loan consolidation and whether it makes sense or not. Thanks Allison for the question! This week we wanted to explore the history of country music because just like your own money journey through life, history tells us a lot about where we've been and where we're going. For that reason, we also want to celebrate some of today’s hottest country artists and the incredible success they've had through their careers. Take a tour with us through one of Nashville’s most popular attractions, the Country Music Hall of Fame. We talked with museum editor Michael Gray about their newly opened exhibit, American Current, which features such greats as Taylor Swift, Jason Aldeen, Sam Hunt, Miranda Lambert, Jason Isbell, a new judge on American Idol Luke Bryan and so many more. My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Links Mentioned: Country Music Hall of Fame American Currents What’s on Tap in 2018 Taylor Swift Education Center Just co-launched a new course with The Life Currency called Sallie Mafia all about student loans Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every download means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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

Saving up potentially a lot of money for the down payment to buy your home can seem like a very daunting process. I know when I bought my first home it felt like I was scraping money together in every direction just to find enough to "make it work." Unfortunately, in many cities, the cost of entry for buying your first home has only become more and more expensive - hello San Francisco, New York, LA and even places like Chicago. The good news is the three companies we're talking to today are in the business of reinventing how you can actually afford that hefty down payment. On This Podcast Episode: Ask Shannah: Our question comes from Caitlin today who is trying to find ways to supercharge their savings to buy their first home in a really expensive market. Although there aren't any secret tricks, when you're trying to save for a big purchase you must know your numbers - where every penny is going and why to try to find excess savings. Take a listen as I offer some other tips for Caitlin and her husband. If you're looking for innovative ways to save for your down payment, this podcast is for you. I'm talking to three companies about what they offer millennials so you can put what savings you do have, with a little assistance, into your dream home sooner rather than later. Loftium - they're using one innovative company, Airbnb, to help you afford your 20% down payment. Landed- calling anyone who works for a school, this company is for you. They offer an innovative down payment program for teachers who don't often have the means to save 20% down on their own. Unison- think Landed but for anyone in any career. Unison is changing the way you afford your down payment so you can start living in your dream home and not just dreaming about it. Links Mentioned: Debt-to-Income Calculator Downpayment Movement Shout Out To Our Sponsors: Beach Body on Demand - text MYMoney (no spaces) to 303030 for a free trial membership. ZipRecruiter - Right now, my listeners can try ZipRecruiter for free. That’s right FREE! Just go to ZipRecruiter.com/mymoney! Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every download means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. We want to hear your money story - the good and not so good - for a project we're working on. It's all confidential, so don't worry. Please go here to share your story. Want More: 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

Today's country music has been transformed, as the influence of hip-hop, rap, pop, and even EDM have become the new mainstream of popular music around the globe. Now, a young Canadian band of actual brothers, Beyond the Sun are breaking down more barriers with their brand of “shuffle-mode” style of country music and a new generation of fans are taking notice of one of Nashville’s most innovative bands. Beyond the Sun, Phil on guitar, Colin on vocals, and Dalton on drums hail from Ontario, Canada where they ingested a wide variety of music from Coldplay to Florida Georgia Line to My Chemical Romance to Ed Sheeran and Bruce Springsteen. Bands like Beyond the Sun are thinking outside the big box of country music and are carving their own path. On This Podcast Episode: We caught up with Beyond the Sun in Nashville as they chatted about their new song, “Dance Floor” and the music they’ll be releasing later in 2018, how their version of country music today fits with today’s fans and how they declare Bruce Springsteen’s songwriting as the GOAT (greatest of all time). You'll hear some great tunes and have a chance to check out a new band. My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Links Mentioned: Beyond the Sun New release “Dance Floor” Beyond the Sun Twitter AXS.com Article Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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 a lot of taboos when it comes to investing. I must be rich to start investing, or I’ll lose all my money if I start investing, or I don’t have a clue where to start investing…so I’ll be fine if I never do. Those may seem silly, but we all have our own taboos when it comes to investing – the good and not-so-good ones. So, let’s dig in and see if we can’t demystify some of those common taboos and help you find your own sweet spot when it comes to investing. On This Podcast Episode: Taylor R. Schulte, Founder of Define Financial, podcast host of Stay Wealthy San Diego and a fellow CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ is joining me in this episode to talk about– no, completely and utterly demystify- the five most common investing taboos: Taboo 1 - I can’t invest in the stock market if I have other debt (student loan, credit card, etc.) Taboo 2 - I must invest too much of my salary each month to make a difference - so why invest Taboo 3 - The market is at all-time highs. I'm going to wait to invest until there is a market correction and I can buy at a lower price because I don’t want to lose my money Taboo 4 - I must be an investing expert to put together a solid portfolio that works for my risk tolerance (strike up a discussion about what someone should be looking at when they are evaluating mutual funds or stocks for their portfolio) Taboo 5- I can just invest in cryptocurrency and don’t have to invest in anything else Shout Out to Our Episode Sponsor: It’s your turn to start investing. Robinhood is giving listeners of Millennial Money a FREE stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint to help you build your portfolio. Sign up at mymoney.robinhood.com. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: 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 thing is about so much more than what’s in your paycheck every week," says the brilliant Liz Dolan, who together with her sisters Lian and Julie Dolan host the popular Satellite Sisters podcast each week. This episode is jam-packed with serious and silly advice and wisdom for how you can find your true self in a crowded space, and as they say, #staynoisy in all areas of your life. On This Podcast Episode: I had a chance to sit down with the Satellite Sisters recently and dive deep into this topic of finding your true self and understand how we can all stay noisy. Both Liz and Lian have backgrounds that will blow your mind. Liz is the former Chief Marketing Officer for 20th Century Fox, Nike and OWN to name a few, while Lian is a best-selling author. We talked about their award-winning podcast, and how they made the leap from successful radio show to podcast before podcasting was even a "thing." Ask Shannah - We tackled a question from Praveen who was trying to figure out how much to contribute to her 401(k) at work and if she should change her contribution from 3% to 5%. Links Mentioned: Satellite Sisters Podcast My interview on the Satellite Sisters Podcast Fidelity 401(k) Calculator Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: 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

Today on Millennial Money we're doing a podcast swap with one of my favorite podcasters, Farnoosh Torabi. You may know her from her podcast, So Money where she shares stories of personal finance, entrepreneurship, financial success and money strategy. She's got everyone from celebrities to everyday people on her show and each episode packs a serious punch of inspiration and education. On This Podcast Episode: Farnoosh is dishing some of her own stories of financial success and struggle as she's made her way from journalist to acclaimed author to podcast host...and so much more. This was a super fun episode as I got to go behind the scenes with Farnoosh as she talked about her career journey, managing money in a relationship (this isn't easy for anyone) and what keeps her inspired and focused on always creating great content on So Money. Today, we're doing a podcast swap too. You can check out my interview with Farnoosh on So Money after you've listened to this episode. Ask Shannah- This question is from Joe and it's all about the steps you should take after you've got your money spread out - retirement, college fund, credit cards and more. While there's never one answer to that question, it always comes back to your goals and the life you want to live. Matching your money as best you can to those goals will ensure you're headed in the right direction. Links Mentioned: Farnoosh's So Money Course Blooom Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: 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 - some may be already tapped talents and some may yet to be extracted from inside of us. What if you never discover the talents you have inside of you and never chase your dreams? Singer/songwriter Mat Kearney did not discover his amazing musical talents until he was midway through college at Chico State in California. Now, this Oregon-born singer-songwriter continues to break down musical barriers with his soulful genre-bending blend of hip-hop infused style of music with his new self-titled EP and upcoming album. On This Podcast Episode: Mat Kearney stopped by the Millennial Money podcast as was in the middle recent rehearsals in Nashville for his upcoming national tour to chat with Jeff. We loved hanging out with one of the all-around great guys in music today, as we chatted about his upcoming CRAZYTALK album and current tour, stories of opening for John Mayer early in his career and how fatherhood has changed his songwriting. Also, today's Ask Shannah question is all about not having access to a 401(k) at work from Angela. Links Mentioned: Mat Kearney CRAZYTALK Tour Instagram Grey’s Anatomy featuring Mat Kearney Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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

Getting laid off can feel like the worst thing to ever happen to you, but what if it's the best thing that ever happened to you? When Chris Hutchins, CEO, and co-founder of Grove got laid off he realized he had two choices - 1) wallow in his unemployment, or 2) take a risk and try to leverage unemployment into future success. On This Podcast Episode: Check out the latest Ask Shannah question from two listeners about saving money and strategies to grow that savings for first-time homebuyers. Chris shares his journey of being laid off and the evolution of building his new company, Grove aimed at making personalized financial advice both affordable and accessible for everyone. He's also sharing some gems about saving money while not sacrificing your lifestyle (yes, it's possible). Shout Out to Our Sponsors: For $30 off your first week of HelloFresh, visit HelloFresh and enter code "mymoney30" at checkout. Audible is offering listeners a free audiobook with a 30-day trial membership. Just go to audible.com/mymoney or text MYMONEY to 500-500 and browse Audible’s selection of audio programs – download a title free and start listening. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: 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

Unplugging is not something we do well in our warp-speed these days - but we should. In fact, there are scientific studies that suggest that being able to truly relax and rest has been shown to boost productivity, increase creativity, and reduce the long-term risks of potentially fatal ailments. So we decided to do just that - unplug a bit, reconnect, increase our creativity, and visit a place that many haven't even heard of - Texas Hill Country River Region. On This Podcast Episode: Sometimes we all need to escape the hustle and bustle of our daily lives to find a place where the pace is not so frantic, the locals are a lot friendlier, and the beauty of nature envelopes your soul with a warm Earth Day-esque hug. My co-host, Jeff Game, discuss how unplugging vacations can be one of the best investments you can make (not only as a couple but also in helping us get back in touch with what matters most in life). We recently decided to leave our city slicker lives behind for a few days, unplug and explore the quintessential Americana Texas Hill Country River Region, located in Uvalde County. And, it kind of ruled! As we hopped in our rental car for the hour and a half drive from San Antonio to Texas Hill Country River Region, cranked up our Willie Nelson playlist and could already feel the stress fall away along the roadside. Links Mentioned: Visit Uvalde Frio River Frio Bat Flight Elk Creek Stables Cowboy Storyteller Leakey Bear’s Den Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. Join us each weekend for our Sunday Brunch Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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

Everyone wants to be smart with their money, and yet, it's hard sometimes to figure out what money moves we should actually be making. The irony is, most smart money moves you should make in your 20's are the same ones you should also make in your 30's and 40's. Instead, the smartest money move you can make is to figure out something I call your happiness plan and then figure out the money moves you need to make to fund that plan. On This Podcast Episode: Ask Shannah segment on how to avoid online romance scams Find out why savings is always going to be a smart money move We'll chat about the building phase of your 20's We'll chat about the building and protecting phase of your 30's Discover what your happiness plan is and how to make moves to fund that Links Mentioned: Sign up for the Sunday Email Brunch Club Submit a question for an Ask Shannah segment Shout Out To Our Sponsor: Thanks to ZipRecruiter for sponsoring this episode. Right now, my listeners can try ZipRecruiter for free. That’s right FREE! Just go to ZipRecruiter.com/mymoney. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all or will yield positive outcomes. 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

This episode was inspired by a listener question sent in by Dezmond. He and his father had a bit of a disagreement over whether you should pay your credit card off in full each month or leave a balance to build a strong credit score. I'm so happy to answer this question definitively - no, you're not a fool to pay off that card each month. On This Podcast Episode: Let's review the five factors that influence your credit score I'm explaining why you don't need to keep a credit card balance So what do you do if you can't pay that card off in full each month How does not using your credit card actually hurt your credit score Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all listeners or will yield positive outcomes. 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 know that Valentine’s Day is a made up, Hallmark holiday that forces us to spend more money than we intended or should spend. It’s also a holiday that says this one day a year you have to be in love, and of course, spend more money. So not true! On This Podcast Episode: Valentine’s Day is the third largest consumer holiday of the year, as we spend over $19 Billion in the name of Cupid. The average person will spend $143.56 for their Valentine. Instead of spending money on stuff you or your Valentine may or may not use (probably not), spend your hard-earned cash on an escape plan and getaway for love. This is a great plan whether you’re in love or not. Travel this Valentine’s Day! My co-host for this podcast episode is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Links Mentioned: Hotel Tonight Deals Travel Zoo Deals Jucy RV Rentals Cheap O Air Deals Songs: “No One’s Gonna Love You” - Band of Horses “Somebody to Love” - Valerie June Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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're young and probably not too excited about talking retirement - but you should be. You see, thinking about retirement at an early age only sets you up for success in the future. How much success...well that's anyone's guess...but if we look at math alone, starting to save early allows more time for your money to compound. This is a very good thing. However, there's a real retirement crisis on the horizon not just for millennials but for Gen X'ers and other generations and it's sadly not improving. On This Podcast Episode: Jeffrey Small, President of, "Arbor Financial” and author of new book, Turning Financial Planning, Right-Side Up, is our guest on this podcast episode. He's sharing some nuggets of information about the retirement crisis that you don't want to miss. We're talking about why millennials should be thinking about retirement now How to frame your thinking about picking stocks and funds Real ways that you can think about your savings for retirement What does the future look like for millennials now that we have this retirement crisis (i.e. are well doomed?) Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

Netflix vs. HBO. Nike vs. Adidas. Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet, or your attention. Sometimes, it’s just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live. Business Wars gives you the unauthorized, real story of what drives these companies and their leaders, inventors, investors and executives to new heights -- or to ruin. Hosted by David Brown, former anchor of Marketplace. From Wondery, the network behind Dirty John and American History Tellers. Don’t forget to subscribe at wondery.fm/businesswars 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's a lot of mystery around budgeting but it's really a super simple process of keeping track of your income and more importantly, your expenses. Whether you hate to budget or are looking for a new system, the super easy three ingredient budget is a good place to start. On This Podcast Episode: Focusing on simplicity, learn super easy ways to create a three ingredient budget in a matter of minutes that you can keep track of without all the stress. Ingredient 1 - What's the cash you're working with Ingredient 2 - What do you gotta pay and what are you doing with the rest Ingredient 3 - How much do you have to put towards your goals (hint, can you find better ways to lower your 'rest' expenses) Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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 that time of year again (and the Patriots are once again in the Super Bowl) for the big game day. Did you know there are lots of savings to be had around Super Bowl Sunday? You thought it was just about wings and cheese dip - wrong - it's also a great time to buy a new TV, cut the cord, and order out. On This Podcast Episode: It's the Friday before the Super Bowl so let's have a little fun with this episode. We're dishing some of the hottest deals this Super Bowl Sunday including TVs that are at the lowest price (even lower than Black Friday deals). So don't blow all your cash on your blow out Super Bowl party and feel free to be a rebel and call in sick on Monday. Links Mentioned: Rich on Tech Thrillist TV Deals LendEDU Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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'll admit it - I have doggie fever - like really bad. Being a financial planner I'm always trying to figure out the true cost of owning a pet and whether or not that makes sense for us financially. Pet Insurance is one of those topics that I don't know a lot about but, just like any other insurance, seems like a worthwhile investment to make. So I went straight to my friend Jennifer Fitzgerald at Policygenius to find out what I need to know about pet insurance. On This Podcast Episode: Jennifer Fitzgerald, Founder, and CEO of Policygenius, is not only a fellow lover of pets but also an expert when it comes to all things insurance. In this podcast episode, we're dishing what you need to know about pet insurance whether you have a pet now or are getting one in the future including: The pros and cons of pet insurance What policy options you have and the deductibles for each policy How much pet insurance really costs What are the risks of not having pet insurance Can you use any vet or do only certain vets take pet insurance Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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

What does how you earn, save and spend your money say about your overall relationship with money - a lot actually. Some of us spend more money to "look the part" in our careers and some of us can get away with comfy pants and ripped sweatshirts (although I urge you to never go to work this way). What writer Alanna Okun has found in her series, How Do You Shop on Racked is that our uniqueness to spending and saving money is also the tie that binds us all together. On This Podcast Episode: We're getting down and dirty with Racked's writer and editor, Alanna Okun, about the series How Do You Shop in this episode. Alanna shares some of the most surprising discoveries she's learned from talking to many different women from across the U.S. about their own saving and spending money stories. Alanna's also got quite a money story herself. Living in NYC and working for Racked and BuzzFeed prior, she's sharing her own wisdom about being smart with her cash and her exciting career journey (hint, she's launching her first book, The Curse Of The Boyfriend Sweater in March). Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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

For me, travel is a must in life, right up there with paying rent and my student loans (yep, still got those payments too). Going on vacation, I feel, isn't a luxury but a legitimate expense to add to any budget because of all you learn about yourself as well as the place you visit. What I've learned from years and years of traveling is that no matter what my budget is, there's always a way to go on vacation...no matter what. On This Podcast Episode: Let's not let your budget keep you for going on vacation - whether it's a short trip or a two-week excursion, traveling is important. Learn some of my favorite tips to vacation on any budget Creating a travel savings account could be the best thing Find sneaky ways to save every day for your travel fund Hear about some of my favorite sites to help you save Understand why I think travel is so important -and why the world needs you to explore it Links Mentioned: ThePointsGuy Hipmunk Momondo Wow Airlines Best Airbnbs for under $200 a night Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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 we think about the "American Dream" buying a home is certainly a core element. At least that's what I've been told. However, far too often I find people getting tempted into buying a home that's way too big for their bank account because society says, "you should buy a house you can grow into." I can tell you first hand that is a dangerous statement. When your home (or your mortgage payment) is bigger than your bank account the risks can far out weight the benefits. On This Podcast Episode: Let's discuss the dangerous of buying a house bigger than you need How to define your ideal home What are some factors you should consider to buy the right home for you How can you balance your goals with your mortgage payment Life lessons I learned from the all too real lifestyle creep Why you need to make smart home buying decisions (and how to correct not so smart ones) Links Mentioned: Wall St. Journal Article Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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 always a happy day when you check your bank account and see that your tax refund has hit your account. It almost doesn't matter how much, or how little the amount is....it feels like free money. However, your tax refund is a refund of payments you've already made throughout the year that is over the amount that you should've paid. So, since it's your money, you're going to want to make the most of it. On This Podcast Episode: Find out some tips and tricks to make the most of your tax refund this year. Whether your goal is to pay down debt, afford a vacation or you want to stash it away to beef up your emergency fund, you're going to need a plan in place before the cash arrives. We all know what happens if you don't have a plan - somehow the money vaporizes (I've been there myself). Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

In the new podcast, Women’s Work, author and veteran podcaster Tsh Oxenreider, whom you might know from The Simple Show, asks women—from all walks of life who do all sorts of work—their stories. More than a business show, this is a STORY show; a podcast that sings the often unsung praises of the millions of women who make our world a better place. This show is for women, for a boost of encouragement that our/their place in the world DOES matter. It’s for men, to remind them/us that half the human race is doing good work right alongside them/us. And it’s for our sons and daughters, to inspire the next generation of what’s possible. On This Podcast Episode: Supporting great podcasts from women is super important to me. Here’s a clip from the premiere episode of Women’s Work, where Tsh talks with Sarah Stewart Holland, who’s both the podcaster from Pantsuit Politics AND a city commissioner for her small town in Kentucky. Links Mentioned: Subscribe to Women’s Work wherever you listen to podcasts, and also follow the show on Twitter and on Instagram @womensworkshow. And also, sign up the email, and you’ll never miss an episode - go to womensworkshow.com to sign up. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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 will be here before you know it...like in a few short weeks. Don't panic though because there are so many great resources to help you out and save you time and money, like MyFreeTaxes. If you make under $66,000, you can file a free Federal and State tax return in a matter of minutes. If that doesn't help the stress melt away, I don't know what will. On This Podcast Episode: I'm chatting all things MyFreeTaxes with Laura Scherler, United Way’s Director of Financial Stability and Success. Whether you're a new filer or and old pro, MyFreeTaxes is such a great resource to use. We chat about: Who can use MyFreeTaxes and what makes them different Who can you go to when you need help filing your taxes What's the difference between a deduction and a credit What paperwork do you need to get started How can you get your refund in the mail ASAP Links Mentioned: MyFreeTaxes Local free tax help Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser or accountant. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

Traveling internationally is exciting but can certainly be expensive to keep up on Instagram and stay connected to your friends on your current cellular plan. Like super expensive. Jefferson Graham from USA Today's podcast, Talking Tech, is covering the details you need to know to travel around the world and avoid the sting from an expensive cell bill when you return home. Your wallet will most definitely thank you. On This Podcast Episode: I'm catching up with Jefferson Graham from USA Today's Talking Tech podcast on the latest tech trends, the cell phone carrier that you need to have to save a ton of cash and the coolest tech trends from the Consumer Electronics Show. Even Alexa contributed on this podcast episode. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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 in 2016 women were paid just 80% of what their male counterparts make? For the same job! There's a lot of dialogue right now about the treatment of women in the workforce and it's bringing a lot of issues that have been hidden for years out into the open. For women listeners, we've got to learn how to win the pay gap and earn what we're worth, and for the male listeners, you've gotta understand the struggle that we face to make a decent living. On This Podcast Episode: On of my favorite podcast guests and negotiation expert, Jacqueline Twillie, is sharing her tips to battle the wage gap and earn what you're worth. We're rebooting this episode from last year since the topic, and the content, are even more appropriate for the place we find ourselves in this year. If you've ever wanted to know how to become a master at negotiation (and you should), Jacqueline is sharing tips that will help you score a bigger salary and more benefits from the job you currently have and how to leverage those same skills to score a brand new job. Links Mentioned: Jacqueline Twillie Negotiation Videos By Jacqueline Navigating the Career Jungle Shout Out To Our Sponsor: Simple contacts is a super convenient way to renew your contact lens prescription and reorder your contacts from anywhere in minutes (I did it from their mobile app) – if you’re as busy as I am you’ll know how much of a time saver that is! Don’t just take my word for it give it a try yourself – get $30 off your contact lenses by going to simplecontacts.com/mymoney and enter mymoney at checkout. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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

Inspired by a listener question from Brandon, the answer to the question, "Is an MBA worth the investment," might surprise you. While student loan debt currently sits around $1.4 trillion dollars in the U.S., the thought of tacking on more debt might not seem like a great idea...unless it actually is. Our guest on this podcast episode provides some great food for thought to help you figure out if graduate school is worth the investment. On This Podcast Episode: Alex Grodnik, MBA, fellow millennial podcaster from Wall Street Oasis, and co-founder of a new fintech startup, Payclub, shares his story to graduate school and how that one decision has shaped so much of his career story. Whether you're deciding to go to graduate school or not, Alex is sharing some great life lessons about finding your passion and what it takes to chase after it. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: 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

Contemporary country singer Tyler Williams might be one of the busiest dudes around - singer/songwriter, NASCAR driver, actor, author - yep, he has his irons in a lot of fires these days. For a guy, so busy and so driven, you’d never guess that at a young age he caught a bad case of stage fright almost thwarted his entire multi-career path. On This Podcast Episode: Even with so much on this young singer’s plate, he still found time to write and record a new album which drops January 26. We caught up with Tyler Williams at his home in Atlanta as he talked about his bout with stage fright, how karaoke changed his singing career and how proud he is of his new album Good for Me. Links Mentioned: Tyler Williams I Have a Voice book AXS Article Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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’ve filed your taxes before, or if you're a business owner ,you certainly love all those tax deductions. Why? They help reduce your taxable income and can potentially bump into a lower tax bracket on occasion. BUT…some of those tax deductions we used to love are now gone – they flew out the window on January 1, and who knows if there ever coming back. On This Podcast Episode: Get an understanding of why tax deductions are so popular I'll discuss what homeowners and future homeowners need to know We loved personal exemptions, why did they go away Learn what job related deductions have gone away If you pay or receive alimony payments it's all changed (FYI - For spouses who divorce before 2019, these rules will not affect them, but spouses who divorce after Jan. 1, 2019, the new rules will apply. For divorces that happen before Dec. 31, 2018, spouses who receive alimony payments will need to pay taxes on it and spouses who pay alimony will be able to deduct it.) Links Mentioned: Podcast with Jill Schlesinger Tax bill explained Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

Don’t you just love it when you travel to a place that you’ve always wanted to explore and all the stars align and the place is as cool, as welcoming, and even more interesting than you thought? That’s exactly how we experienced Austin recently. On This Podcast Episode: For many years Austin has been known as one of the music capitols in the world and of course Texas barbecue is king around these parts. But, the one ingredient that makes this Texas capitol city so special, are all the friendly and diverse folks that have created the awesome Austin of today. While we were in town we sat down with some of those local friendly’s to get their side of this very cool and growing city. Join as we talk with our friend Casey about ever-expanding food scene, our new friend Shelly about her hidden gem of a boutique hotel and our local band friends Transit Method take us around some of the best places to catch music in Austin. My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell. Links Mentioned: Hotel Eleven Franklin Barbeque The White Horse Continental Club Emo’s Austin ACL Live Arlo’s Food Truck Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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've ever wondered what you should be doing each month with your finances, I've got a podcast episode for you. I've compiled a list of the top things you should be thinking about each month to help you make smart money moves throughout the year. This is just a guide - so make sure you make it your own and focus on the steps each month that are right for your own situation. It's your year to rock your finances - I'm just sayin'. On This Podcast Episode: I'm taking it month by month to lay out a money to do list to keep you focused and your bank account soaring. Jan – How are you doing? This is a month to check in on your financial goals – have you set new ones? Feb – Getting your tax stuff together is the name of the game because tax day is April 17. March – Time to double check your retirement contributions + invest your tax return somewhere good. April – Save and shred any documents you don't need after filing your return and create a master money list with every account number, password and financial account listed. May – Check in with your Emergency Fund - are you earning over 1% interest on your savings? June- Check in with your investments and your money tracking system. July – Time for a mid year check-in - figure out what's working and what isn't. Aug – Review and update any beneficiaries and if you haven't created a will and advanced health care direction....do it in August. Also, call your cell phone, internet and cable company to try to find any better deals than what you have now. Sep – Full on holiday mode - create your holiday budget and dial in your travel plans. Oct - If you've filed an extension on your taxes, they are due Oct 17. Had a new baby? Think about setting up a 529 college savings plan. Nov- Open enrollment for health insurance time and a good reminder to evaluate your current policy and any new plans. Dec – Focus on gift giving - you can gift up to $15,000 per person without having to file a gift tax return. Donating to charities could also help lower your taxable income. Then...get some rest and enjoy the holidays. Links Mentioned: Freshbooks Willing Tomorrow Collegebacker Google Flights Raise Shout Out To Our Sponsor: Find out today why ZipRecruiter has been used by businesses of all sizes – just like mine- to find the most qualified job candidates with immediate results – If you want your biz to soar in 2018 head to ZipRecruiter.com/mymoney to try it for free – again that’s ZipRecruiter.com/mymoney. Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

Does this podcast episode resonate with you? I can't tell you how many times I'm asked this question and the answer is always more complicated than you might think - but, it always end up with a yes. There are lots of things to hide from your partner - your secret mac and cheese addiction and the fact that you really don't like to work out. However, when it comes to debt, honesty is the name of the game. (I promise you it's not that scary). On This Podcast Episode: A recent question to the podcast prompted this episode, but I have a feeling a lot of the listeners are wondering the same question. On this episode we're tackling this question and I'm offering guidance on why you should always talk about debt. Learn how to figure out the right time (and way) to talk about debt Understand why disclosing debt is super duper important Find out how to set boundaries with your partner around debt Take a listen to my own story about talking about debt in a relationship Have a lightbulb moment and come to peace about this scary question Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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 we talked about in a recent travel episode, Austin is one of the hottest cities to travel in 2018 and might just be getting a lot more awesome-er (it’s a word) when the “Urban Oasis” that is the brand spanking new Fairmont Austin opens later this year. Located smack dab in the middle of downtown, this brand-new gem of a hotel is a great addition to the expanding Austin skyline. On This Podcast Episode: Our good friend, Director of Communications for the Fairmont Austin, Casey Barks gave Jeff, my co-host, and me a behind the scenes tour of their brand-new property. This Texas-sized hotel will now be the largest Fairmont which towers 37 stories high and holds 1,048 rooms, with five of the most anticipated restaurants opening in 2018, including a food hall. Ready to check in? Links Mentioned: Fairmont Austin The Driskill Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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

With millions of people making a financially themed resolution for 2018 - pay off that debt and save more are the two top resolutions - and recent Fed rate hikes expected to cost credit card users an extra $7.4 billion in interest this year (YIKES), the personal-finance website WalletHub today released a pair of reports that will help you save more in the new year: 2018’s Best Credit Cards as well as the latest Credit Card Landscape Report. On This Podcast Episode: To tackle any big financial challenge like paying off debt it's going to take a game plan and some plain ole' commitment. However, that doesn't mean that you should focus on paying off all the debt all at once - in fact, that can lead to burnout and frustration. On this podcast episode, I'm chatting with Jill Gonzalez, analyst from WalletHub about some of their recent findings in their Credit Card Landscape report, and how those findings can help you in 2018 be smart and strategic in paying off your debt. Links Mentioned: Citi Double Cash Back Card Capital One Quicksilver Card Discover It Secured Card Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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 a new year, the holidays are over, you're settling into 2018, but you are itching to get far, far away and experience an amazing getaway...and maybe travel some place you have never been before. We recently gave you some of the best budget travel destinations, well this time we are tackling those unique and cool travel destinations of 2018. On This Podcast Episode: On this episode, my co-host Jeff and I are dishing about all those destinations that you should start saving now to explore this year. How about an island where Alexander Hamilton was born? An American iconic city turning 300 years old? How about finding Luke Skywalkers home from the Last Jedi movie? We have it all this and more on this week’s Travel Tuesday episode and Where Everyone is Traveling in 2018! Get your bags packed and your bank account ready. Links Mentioned: Exit Festival Luke Skywalker’s Home Visit Detroit Fairmont Austin Aloft Detroit Square Nine Hotel Belgrade Four Seasons Nevis Airbnb Nevis Airbnb Crete Old 77 Hotel New Orleans Airbnb Oslo Fairmont Banff Springs Pax House Ireland Hay Adams Washington W Vieques Airbnb San Juan Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Jeff on Twitter Jeff 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

Let's talk about a "tough" money subject – security and fraud prevention. It's on everyone's mind, even though our cashless society is pretty convenient for us all. The payments innovation landscape is rapidly broadening to encompass innovation ranging from mobile payments to biometrics (as exhibited by Apple’s recent announcement) and even voice-activated payments – but the question remains, can you trust these new technologies for payments? On This Podcast Episode: I'm going straight to the expert, Joe Daly (COO, Paysafe Payments Processing, North America), to find out how you can stay save in this cashless society. On this episode we're talking about topics that we're all trying to figure out including: Cashless Future – Millennials are the driving force behind a cashless society, but you expect high-performance and security from your alternative payment options before you completely abandon traditional payment methods. How can you balance that? Convenience Above All – In 2018, millennials will drive digital wallet adoption due to this generation’s preference for convenient payment methods. How do you stay safe? Alternative Payment Technologies – Although Paysafe research found 31% of 18 – 34 year-olds already use cryptocurrencies from time to time, Millennials will not be a driving force behind standardizing cryptocurrency as a mainstream payment. Why is this? Thanks for Tuning In: Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. Every listen means so much to us. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media using the hashtag #millennialmoneypodcast. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

This year makes a new year with new tax laws. There's been a lot of talk in the media and online about proposed changes but few understand the changes that actually did make it into the new tax law. Not to worry, we've got the very talented and knowledgeable Jill Schlesinger, host of the Better Off Podcast and Jill On Money radio show (you might also recognize Jill from CBS This Morning and The CBS Evening News). On This Podcast Episode: Jill Schlesinger and I are demystifying the new tax bill and what you need to know going into this year to prepare your bank account for those changes. We'll discuss: We discuss the changes with the refundable child care tax credit What you need to know about HELOC loans and their current loss of deduction How a higher standard deduction could lead to more cash in your bank account What should you do as a freelancer or self employed business owner to position yourself for tax season Some tips for everyone for how to grow your wealth as a result of these tax changes Thanks for Tuning In: Hey Listeners! We want to get to know you better! “Millennial Money” is competing with other shows to get the most responses to a quick survey. It only takes a few minutes of your time and you can do it straight from your smartphone. Help us out and support the show by going to wondery.com/SURVEY and filling it out. That’s wondery.com/SURVEY Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. If you have any comments or questions about today’s episode, please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. 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

After spending years covering the diverse Los Angles food scene for several prominent publications, food writer Katherine Spiers decided to dip her toe into the growing world of podcasting by launching her own show. Now, her top-rated Smart Mouth podcast is one of the best shows out there talking all about food with such expert guests as Top Chef judge Gail Simmons, celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson and legendary French chef Jacques Pepin. On This Podcast Episode: I recently chatted with food writer and podcaster Katherine Spiers about how avocado toast invaded LA, whiskey drinking and storytelling with travel aficionado Anthony Bourdain and how Actor/Entrepreneur Danny Trejo ate in prison many years ago. Katherine also shared her wisdom as a fellow podcaster and a few entrepreneurial lessons she's learned along the way. Thanks for Tuning In: Hey Listeners! We want to get to know you better! “Millennial Money” is competing with other shows to get the most responses to a quick survey. It only takes a few minutes of your time and you can do it straight from your smartphone. Help us out and support the show by going to wondery.com/SURVEY and filling it out. That’s wondery.com/SURVEY Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. If you have any comments or questions about today’s episode, please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: · Shannah on Twitter · Shannah on Instagram · Jeff on Twitter · Jeff 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

One of the top money resolutions in 2018 is to get rid of that debt that keeps you locked up from achieving so many of your goals – and in particular that massive student loan debt. I’ve heard it from many of the listeners over the month of December that nothing would make you happier than to roll out of 2018 with a lot less – if not zero - student loan debt. I hear you! On This Podcast Episode: If we’re going to be more empowered in 2018 then we’ve got to make up our minds to do just that. Sure, you're still going to get stressed out and worried about your student loans, or any debt, but maybe if we all encourage each other…we can create a movement of us all breaking up with our student loan debt this year. The good news is that you don’t need a lot of fancy techniques to break up with your student loans – just the commitment to approach those loans with a little strategy. Did you know you could make extra payments to your student loan What about making lump sum payments with your annual bonus Do you have your student loan on auto debit - you'll save a ton if you do Considering refinancing? Think about SoFi to help lower your interest rate Knowing your numbers is key to finding savings in your bank account to make extra payments Most important, create a plan and find motivation to keep working that plan Thanks for Tuning In: “Hey Listeners! We want to get to know you better! “Millennial Money” is competing with other shows to get the most responses to a quick survey. It only takes a few minutes of your time and you can do it straight from your smartphone. Help us out and support the show by going to wondery.com/SURVEY and filling it out. That’s wondery.com/SURVEY” Thanks for tuning in to listen to this episode of Millennial Money. If you have any comments or questions about today’s episode, please let us know your thoughts in the comment section below. If you’ve enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media. Also, please leave an honest review for Millennial Money on iTunes! Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and much appreciated! You’re awesome! Want More: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram Disclosure: The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment(s) and financial strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial adviser prior to investing. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all or will yield positive outcomes. 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