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Navigating Wants vs. Needs: A Budgeting Masterclass with Nigel Bloomfield | Growing Money with Sean Trace
Season 1 · Episode 22

Navigating Wants vs. Needs: A Budgeting Masterclass with Nigel Bloomfield | Growing Money with Sean Trace

Growing Money with Sean Trace · Sean Trace

October 29, 202456m 28s

About this episode

In this insightful episode of Growing Money with Sean Trace, Sean sits down with Nigel Bloomfield, co-founder of a nonprofit that helps people learn the art of budgeting. Together, they dive deep into the challenges of distinguishing wants from needs, especially when it comes to financial decisions. From personal anecdotes about costly mistakes, like a vacuum that became a lifetime investment, to practical tips on teaching kids financial literacy, this conversation covers it all. Nigel shares his personal budgeting journey, emphasizing the importance of setting clear priorities, adjusting course when necessary, and the value of making mistakes along the way. Tune in to learn how to make better financial decisions while embracing life’s little indulgences—responsibly!