Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for Families

Kaleena and Aaron Amuchastegui share why they pulled their 4 kids out of traditional school and started homeschooling. They discuss how they crafted a 5-hour school week that allows their kids to learn, grow and thrive with the world as their classroom. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meg wants to know if she can have two 529 plans for her kids. I discuss how grandparents can help with the college plans for their grandkids with Farran Powell from US News and World Report. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marriage and money can sometimes be difficult. Dr. Laura Dabney shares what people can do when their spouse has a different view on money than they do. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's home buying season! Here are 5 smart strategies to avoid becoming house rich and cash poor in this crazy seller's market. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best-Selling Author Ruth Soukup shares how she went from suicidal and depressed to a 7-figure business owner by conquering her fears. We discuss her new book, "Do it Scared". RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before we say "I do", it is important to know what you're committing to. Here are 16 money questions you can ask your partner before getting married. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Greene, Co-Host of the BiggerPockets Podcast and the Author of BRRRR: Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat, shares why BRRRR is the hottest strategy for real estate investing today. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Wang from Runnymede Capital Management shares how compounding and time can make us all millionaires. We dive into why the 401k, IRA and 529 accounts will make your family wealthy. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a rough day at work, I decided it was time to diversify my income. Here are the 5 ways I'm making money and decreasing my stress. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Loper from Side Hustle Nation shares the many benefits of a side hustle. He describes how his side hustle allowed him to leave his full-time job. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we approach 40, we want to make sure we're in a good spot with our personal finances. Here are 14 money goals to accomplish before you're 40 years old. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investing in real estate can feel intimidating when you're just getting started. You hear stories of people who've amassed their wealth by investing in dozens or hundreds of rental properties. The prospect of owning so many properties can feel more stressful than hopeful. Our guest today, Doc G, shares why we don't need countless rentals to feel financially comfortable. As a physician, he's been able to invest his day job income in just a few rentals that provide his family with consistent cash flow. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

126 | When you're debt-free, your dreams can become a reality. I review 7 lifetime goals that can be realized with debt freedom. Also, we hear from Colin Murphy about how he paid his mortgage off in less than 5 years. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

125 | Author Jen Smith shares how she and her husband eliminated $78,000 of student debt in 2 years by cutting their personal spending. She describes how "No Spend Challenges" work and why they are extremely effective. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jane has a young family, they make $120,000 per year and they are living paycheck to paycheck. She's seeking advice on how to save more. I share 15 simple ways to save more and create some freedom in their lives. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Emma Perez shares how we can help our kids combat anxiety and depression when it comes to their time at school. We also discuss why not every child needs to go to a 4-year university. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before they got married, Travis Hornsby helped his (soon-to-be) wife pay off $124,000 in student loan debt in 15 months. Find out how they did it and why he thinks other couples shouldn't delay marriage or parenthood because of their debt. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allison Baggerly and her husband, who are both teachers, eliminated over $100,000 of debt in 4 years. Find out the strategies they used to become debt free and take their family to the next level. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his wife are expecting their first child and they are concerned they will lose the financial progress they've made thus far. I give them 7 ways to prepare their personal finances for their new baby. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At 30, Grant Sabatier became a millionaire and achieved financial independence. On the show today, he's sharing how he did it and how we can too. It all starts with making more money. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crystalee Beck is a successful writer, six-figure entrepreneur and a young mother of three. She went from unemployed to making over $100k in annual revenue by following her passion and focusing on her values. She shares her secrets to success with me. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After conducting the largest and most comprehensive study of millionaires ever done, Author Chris Hogan shares how we can all reach the 7-figure milestone. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 2 years of podcasting and over 100 interviews with self-made millionaires, financially independent couples and debt-free parents, I have learned a bit about building young family wealth. Here are 10 steps that will help young parents thrive and keep their legacy of wealth intact. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Lanza shares why parents should not pair chores and allowance together. We also review why parents should consider a larger allowance to increase their money smarts. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Allison Kade gives 10% of her income to charities and causes she's passionate about. Since last year, my family gave only 1% of our income to charity. I seek out advice for her on how we can ladder up and become more charitable. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joel Florek has 31 multi-family rental units valued at $1.5 Million and he's only 25 years old. We review his early success on the podcast and discuss the benefits of multi-family real estate investing. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a young mother, Sarah Li Cain works part-time from her home as a professional writer. Her income recently surpassed $100,000. Here's how she's doing it. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick asked what we did with our money after our mortgage was paid off. Angela wants to know what do with her money after she maxed her 401k. And I challenge you to crush your goals before the new year! RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Martin Dasko and Kristen Manieri discuss the importance of dating in marriage and why it could be the best investment you make. We review dozens of date night ideas to get you inspired! RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jillian Johnsrud achieved financial independence while raising 4 foster children and 2 biological children. We review her foster care experience and how she helped her family thrive financially. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pete Mockaitis discusses how young parents can excel at work and bring home more money. We also discuss how we can be more productive so we can enjoy the best work/life balance possible. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe feels like he's drowning in his $200,000 of student loans and he's not sure where to start. We review 5 ways for him to break free from his pile of debt. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Rosenberg left Corporate America to pursue a life as a full-time writer. As a young father, he's able to spend time with his family and have no commute in Southern California. And he's making $10,000 per month to boot. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farnoosh Torabi, author and personal finance expert, shares the advantages to society when women make more money. We also discuss the dynamic of a household when wives make more than their husbands. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rocky Lalvani has become a multi-millionaire through stock marketing and real estate investing, but it wasn't always perfect. Some traditional financial advice he received steered him in the wrong direction during his major wealth building years. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saving can be hard when you have no motivation. Today, we share 10 compelling reasons to save your money. We also hear from Ally Bank about how they make saving money a lot easier. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachel Cruze, NY Times Best Selling Author, discusses the importance of gratitude and humility when we're feeling jealous of the success of our friends and family. With 24/7 social media, we're constantly battling the draw of keeping up with the Joneses. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to figure out how you or your spouse can stay at home with the kids? Real estate investing worked for Joel Larsgaard's family. His wife was able to stay at home with their two kids after they built up enough passive income from their rental homes. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After paying off our mortgage, Nicole and I began arguing more than we ever before in our 8 years of marriage. On the show, we talk about how we're partnering together and getting third-party support through marriage counseling. Zoey and Calvin join in on the fun too! RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

J. Money (from Budgets Are Sexy) shares why he's tracked his net worth every month for the last 10 years. As he approaches millionaire status, his wealth building priorities and overall goals have started to change. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian is about to become debt free and he's wondering what to do next. Allison writes in to chat about how to not overspend and overcommit to kids' activities. And we hear from Zelle about the boom in the peer-to-peer payment industry. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talaat McNeely recently paid off his $330,000 mortgage after 5 years of dedication and perseverance. He did this on a single income and now officially owns his home outright. Here's how he did it. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real estate investor, Chad "Coach" Carson, shares how we can all retire early with real estate. Whether you're just getting started or you've been investing for a while, Chad's advice on financial independence with rental properties is priceless. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bobbi Rebell, Author and CFP, shares how we can all become financial grownups through automation, saving and fighting the YOLO craze. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you get to the point of becoming debt free, you have a decision to make ... Do you pay off the mortgage or do you invest? Luke from Indiana asks this question and I give him my best answer. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Bovair and Andy Hill discuss fatherhood, work, and why we still need to have an identity outside of "parent" and "full-time worker". This candid chat explores topics like minimalism, pursuing your passions, and what being a "good role model" means as a parent. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Vasey, Founder of Cash Crunch Games, shares how his board games help kids learn about saving, earning and debt. We talk about how parents can feel empowered to promote financial literacy and have fun with their children at the same time. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom and Ariana Sylvester have designed a life that provides time for their businesses and their young family. We discuss how other entrepreneurs can follow their passion for their side hustle and create a well-crafted family entrepreneur life. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Physician on FIRE reviews how he became a multi-millionaire and how he's using that wealth to spend quality time with his family. His new found financial independence is allowing him to travel the world and bring his young kids along for the adventure. RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can we help our family and friends when they have money questions? That's what Paul wanted to know. Elle Martinez and Andy Hill are answering his question and sharing their 2018 goal progress. Peter Polson drops in to give us an update on Tiller too! RESOURCES **Sponsor + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices