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Being in a successful relationship, let alone being married, is tough enough but when you add working together, juggling creative projects, and three kids, you get to do a huge victory lap if you make that work. Today's podcast guests Drew and Ellie Holcomb joins us for a real-life money chat about being musicians, making the money work, dreaming up big projects like Drew's Moon River Festival and Ellie's children's book, Who Sang the First Song and keeping their marriage strong. What You'll LearnHow to bring big dreams into realityHow these two musicians have build a life around projects that matterWhy they saying being on the road and touring is like dating all over againThe process of songwriting when you have two different approachesBehind the scenes - how they decide what to spend their money onThe end of the year tradition they never miss out on (unless they have a new baby)How they balance having kids with their dreams LinksDrew HolcombEllie HolcombMagnolia Record ClubMoo…

Online banks are the new avocado toast, and why not. Traditional banks serve up silly fees and often not-so-great customer service. The last few years have brought the revolution and evolution of some great online banking options, and our guest, Laira from GoBankingRates is sharing who's the best of the best. What You'll LearnWhy do you think more and more people are moving to online banks over traditional brick and mortar banks?Will traditional banks ever go away?Are there any trends you are seeing emerge from this year’s list of the best online banks?I get a lot of questions about online banks with the most popular question being why would I consider switching to an online bank. Why would someone make the switch?What about safety with online banks? LinksGoBankingRates Best Online BanksYou can sign up now for a free month of Stitcher Premium by going to stitcherpremium.com/wondery and using the promo code ‘WONDERY.’ Then once you’re signed up, just download the Stitcher app for…

Mastering your money is like putting together a great recipe. You need a little of this and a little of that. We spend a lot of time talking about the tactical steps to money, but we also need to understand the emotional component that brings the tactics to life. Today's guest, Danetha Doe is sharing her own money story to inspire you to master the tactical and emotional steps into one perfect combination. What You'll LearnDanetha's career and money journey that has taken her from the NFL to entrepreneurship, accounting and empowering womenHow you can effectively combine the emotional and tactical sides of moneyHow to master your money without focusing solely on how much you have (or don't have)What you can learn from your own career journey that provides valuable money and life lessonsHow to understand the emotions behind the money decisions you make LinksDanetha DoeMoney and Mimosas You can find all episodes of Millennial Money 6 months and older, plus ad-free new episodes, …

Sometimes when life gets crazy you just have to go home. For me, that's Indianapolis, and last fall I had a chance to visit and learn why Indy is now one of the hottest millennial destinations to visit. It's got so much to offer everyone whether you like beer, sports, great food, amazing hotels, or outdoor activities to get your blood pumping. What You'll LearnWhat makes Indianapolis one of the best destinations to visit and to move toWhat local millennials are doing to bring the city to lifeWhat trends Indy is creating in the world of food, culture, and sportsWhy I fell back in love with my hometownHow to stretch your travel dollars in Indy (and why you should add it to your must-visit list for 2019) Links Restaurants:MilktoothThe EagleRookCafé PatachouProvider CoffeeBars:Hotel TangoSt. Joseph BrewerySun King BreweryIndy Cool Stuff:Visit IndyCity Market Catacomb TourNewfieldsIndianapolis Cultural TrailBlue IndyOur Indy Guests: Jared Byczko & Fabian Rodriguez from Drink Cul…

Tax time rolls around faster than we'd like each year. It's already February, and that means it's time to rustle up all your W-2's and 1099's and get yourself ready for this tax season. Diane Gardner, an Enrolled Agent, and Certified Tax Coach is joining us to share what you need to know about getting prepared for April 15th. What You'll LearnHow to get yourself prepared for filing your taxes this yearHow the new Tax Act changes will or will not impact your financesWhat to do if you get one of those tax fraud hoax callsHow to get prepared all year long so you don't have to panicWhat should you do if you're a victim of tax fraudWhat self-employed and side hustlers need to know about tax deductions LinksDiane Gardner Adept Business Solutions SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag …

Shopping for a house is a lot of fun. Getting a mortgage is not. Until recently, getting a mortgage to buy a house has been a hassle, full of stress, paperwork, and a lot of money that trades hands. Thankfully, technology and some ingenuity are changing the game. Brian Faux from Morty is joining us on the podcast today to share what you need to know to get the right mortgage for you. What You'll LearnWhat is broken with the current system and way we go about getting a mortgage for a homeWhat happened that lead to the mortgage meltdown ten years ago and can we avoid it againWhat makes for a good homebuyerHow can you prepare yourself financially to get a mortgageWhat does the mortgage process look likeHow has technology changed the mortgage process and why Morty is so originalHow you can feel empowered during the mortgage process LinksMortyMoney Game Plan Challenge SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTun…

You can’t avoid disasters – no matter how hard you try, whether they happen at your house or outside your house, you’re going to come face to face with an emergency. My question to you is are you prepared? The good news is you don't have to spend a lot of money, but I want being prepared to be a goal on your to-do list. Today's guest, Laurie March, the brains behind Know How Studios, is my go-to girl on all things preparedness. What You'll LearnHow to prepare for lots of different types of disastersWhy don't we like to talk about risks (and how that could case even more risks)Why you don't need to spend a lot of money to be preparedHow to put together your "bug out" bag and what should be in itHow to figure out what your risks are when it comes to emergenciesWhy a preparedness course is worth the investment to keep you safe LinksKnow How StudiosWhat's next for Know How StudiosPreparedness List SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released?…

Student loans can suck the life out of you – I mean, you were just trying to get an education to get ahead. Today’s podcast guest, David Carlson, has got a Student Loan Solution to help you kick your debt to the curb. What You'll LearnHow being $100,000 in student loan debt lead David and his wife to learn everything they could about student loansHow to find the right student loan payment plan for your lifeWhy you need to be an advocate for your student loan debt (and how to do it)Steps to pay off your student loan debt in 2019Everything about student loan forgiveness plansWhat you'll uncover in David's new book Student Loan Solution LinksYoung Adult MoneyStudent Loan SolutionMoney Game Plan Challenge SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your favorite social channel and tag @shannahgame. Ask Shannah Have an …

Arguably, peanut butter and chocolate is the best combination ever, but there’s a new kid on the block – the combination of your money and the concept of impact investing. Did you know you have the power to change the world with your dollars? Everything you spend your money on sends a message. This is a concept I’ve become really dialed into the last couple of years, so I was pumped to speak with Catherine Berman, co-founder, and CEO of CNote, an award-winning investment platform where you earn a better return while investing in causes and communities that matter to you. What You'll LearnIs socially responsible investing just a fad or a great way to invest some of your dollars for a profitWhat has lead to the growth of socially responsible investingWhat makes for a socially responsible fundHow CNote is working to tie your investing dollars with impactWhat portion of your money should be investing in impact investing funds LinksCNoteMoney Game Plan Challenge Sign-up SUBSCRIBE &am…

Raise your hand if you want to get in a better mindset and smash your goals in 2019? No matter your goal is, big or small, you're going to need a plan to turn it from a desire into an achievable goal. What You'll LearnWhy certain goals succeed and other goals fall apartTalking through some of the goals that have worked for me over the years and how I was able to achieve themAsk Shannah question all about the saving money crisis in America and my thoughts on how to ramp up your savings for emergenciesIntroduction to the Money Game Plan Challenge to crush your goals in 4-weeks (it's free too) LinksMoney Game Plan Challenge Sign up (be sure to sign up by Feb 4th)Morty (proudly partnering with us for the Money Game Plan Challenge)Budgeting When the Numbers Don't Make Sense SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on your fa…

If you open your Instagram or FB app, there’s this unrealistic force that hits you. You can call it FOMO or whatever you like, but the feeling that you need to make millions of dollars in your business and life and work harder and better than everyone else. It’s unrealistic because it will burn you out fast – I speak from personal experience and I’ve witnessed countless others feel the same burn. Today's podcast guest, Paul Jarvis, is showing us why bigger isn't always better. What You'll LearnWhy Paul Jarvis says he doesn't need to make $1 million in business to be successfulHow to avoid getting trapped in FOMO regarding your business and lifeWhat steps you can take this year to increase revenue while still keeping your business aligned with your goalsThe evolution of Paul's new book: Company of One, and the most powerful lessons from the bookWhy rats make good pets (seriously) LinksPaul JarvisCompany of One Book SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new ep…

Have you ever wondered how your health affects your bank account? It does, in powerful ways, and I’m going to tell you why in today’s episode. In 2017 I was determined to find a way to get a better balance in my life because I knew that it had a direct correlation with my finances, so I joined a yoga studio. I liked it a lot, until one day I walked into David Lynch's class and then I fell in love with yoga. I fell in love with the power to transform my mind form the inside out. It’s a new year, and if you’re going to do a new you now is the time to understand the strong connection between your health, your mindset, and your money. What You'll LearnThe power that your mind and body has on your overall successWhy you need time to reset your mind every day (& how to do it)Ways you can cultivate a better mindset this yearHow to figure out what you focus on and what distracts you from achieving your goals in lifeDavid's career and life journey that lead him to yoga LinksDavid L…

Your credit score has power and that three-digit number has a dramatic impact on your financial future. If you do nothing else this year, grab your credit score the tail and yank it up to 700+ (preferably over 740). You don’t have to go all crazy trying for an 850 score – but don’t get lazy. Even if you have a good score, it could drop tomorrow by one silly mishap. Marsha Barnes from The Finance Bar will share her best tips to get your score in check for the new year. What You'll LearnWhy your credit score is a powerful piece of your financial futureHow to create a better financial brand for yourselfWhich credit scoring models do you need to care aboutWhat action steps you should take this year to raise your scoreHow your score impacts your job and where you liveWhy Marsha is so passionate about financial literacy LinksFICOThe Finance BarCredit KarmaCredit Sesame SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTu…

Money lessons are the single most defining element to your money success, and I’m baring all in this episode to share my biggest money lessons of 2018. Money lessons teach you a lot about yourself and what’s important to you. They can have you headed in a direction that you want to go to achieve your goals or keep you spinning your wheels until you figure out that you’re supposed to make a change or learn something. They are powerful tools – if you chose to use them. What You'll LearnHow I use my biggest money lessons to propel me forward and not hold me backThe importance of mental health to your financial healthWhy you should always have a f**k it fund for when life throws a curve ballWhat your bank account and your happiness have in commonHow to process your money lessons SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! If you loved this episode, don’t forget to share it with your friends on yo…

New Year’s resolutions are stupid – don’t waste time or energy making resolutions. I’ve got a better plan I’m going to share with you on today’s episode. According to U.S. News, 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February. And, in a poll that was taken in 2017, 53% of people said their resolution was to save money and 45% was to lose weight and get in shape while 25% of people said they just wanted to have more sex. Ok, well those aren’t bad resolutions, right. But they don’t stick. So what can you do – you’ve got to have a different plan for success – and it’s not about resolutions it’s about action. What You'll LearnHow to relax into the new year without a laundry list of resolutionsWhy resolutions don't workHow to set goals and make an action plan that will workHow to embrace you in the new yearWhy you should be thankful for the past and move on SUBSCRIBE & SHARE Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! IT’S FREE! …

On this special Christmas episode, we're featuring a Best Of episode that was a listener favorite. It takes some work to spend $2 million a month like Johnny Depp has been the last few years. I mean, come on, that does take some work to do that (but I’d love the chance to try, right). You don’t need to have Johnny Depp’s bank account though to let yourself get carried away with your budget and spending. What is it that you’re playing for? You see, even Johnny Depp’s financial advisors started to waive some caution flags in front of him when his spending got carried away. When this happens, it’s time to dial in and budget for your life, not your bank account. What You'll LearnWe’ll chat about the ridiculousness of Johnny Depp’s spending and what you can learn from itHow you can visualize your own spending in a way that makes sense and keeps you motivatedWhere do you begin to set some boundaries around spending or even your goalsWhat are you playing for - this is the million dollar…

I've always said if I could travel the world and earn a paycheck, I'd be the first to sign up. Today’s podcast guest Michael Kahn will teach us all how he took part in Remote Year, a program that allows young professionals to travel the world while working remotely, and lived the most amazing year of his life. He traveled with 75 people from around the world and lived in 12 countries for one month at a time, all while he learned how to travel smartly and on a budget. I can’t wait for him to tell you how he explored the world. What You'll LearnThere are unique ways to explore the world and earn a paycheck by working remotelyWhy working remotely is on the riseHow to deal with language differences when you travel (aka, don't be afraid to go to unknown places)Ways to travel on a budget and still enjoy every place you visitWhy Flixbus was one of the best discoveries Michael made on his travels (and how he turned that into a full-time job) LinksFlixbusRemote Year SUBSCRIBE & SHA…

When I got out of college, I didn’t really care what went on in Washington and the government. It just sort of happened behind the scenes of my life. But now I care because I see how policies and government decisions can have an impact – good or bad- on my bank account and yet, it’s so hard to decipher what is good and not good watching the news and getting the highlights. So, I went straight to Mark Hamrick, Bankrate's senior economic analyst, to ask him how the political environment will impact you and me and what we need to know to be prepared. What You'll LearnWhy what happens in Washington with the government matters when it comes to our financesWhat are some of the political and economic threats against your money for the new yearIs the government really doing anything to help student loan debtWhat economic indicators you should pay attention toHow the rising interest rates impact your goals and your financesHow can you protect your finances against whichever party is in off…

Budgeting and managing your money is hard enough when you have a steady paycheck each month and a laundry list of goals you want to achieve. When you throw in inconsistent income, budgeting becomes even harder. Just like you, I’ve had so many months as an entrepreneur when the numbers don’t add up. I’ve learned a few tricks along the way that I want to share with you. What You'll LearnHow I learned to budget when running a non-profit business in collegeWhat steps you can take to set up your budget to plan for inconsistent incomeWhat steps you can take when you're in the middle of a month or stretch of inconsistent incomeThe most valuable lessons I've learned as a lifelong entrepreneur to make my budget workWhy you can't get past knowing your numbers - and why they are the key to your successHow I got past the "I deserve it" syndrome to find balance every month LinksClarity Money (budgeting app I use)Marcus by Goldman Sachs (for ER fund savings)Ally Bank (for ER fund savings) S…

Maybe you’re wondering when the right time to buy a house is or why you should even consider buying a house. The good news is that you’re not alone and we all have those questions and doubts. Last week we talked to Cari from Unison about powerful ways to afford to buy a home without saving 20% down payment, and in this episode, we’ve got a fantastic interview with Gerry Burchard who is both a real estate agent and a customer of Unison. You’re going to love this episode whether you own a house or buying one is on your to-do list for the future. What You'll LearnIs now (or ever) the right time to buy a houseWhat are some home buying trends that millennials need to be aware ofWhy would you buy vs. rent a houseHow powerful the concept of leverage is with your money (aka, what could you be doing better with your money)Some of the biggest myths working a real estate agent and how do you find oneHow Unison helped Gerry maximize his home purchase SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the …

Are you having moments when you’re thinking, "Is this really my life and all my career will be?" I’m here to tell say that you can grow into your purpose with your career and make a big impact right now. My podcast guest, Ahyiana Angel, host of the podcast Switch Pivot or Quit and published author, is here to show you how you can transform your career for the New Year. What I AskAfter making a career transformation yourself, what did you learn about growing into your purpose?Why do we stay in a job we don’t like and perpetuate those feelings of “this can’t be my life”?Is it unreasonable to think that you can make a career move and find your passion and make money at it?You host a great podcast, Switch Pivot or Quit – what are some of the most powerful tips you’ve learned from your podcast guests about improving their professional and personal lives?Let’s say I’m yearning to make a career move in the new year but I’m scared – how do I figure out the pros and cons?What’s been the mo…

Maybe you have student loan debt or your career hasn’t reached it’s full earning potential yet, all of these potentially negative things don’t discount you from being able to come up with a healthy down payment to buy your first house (and I’m not talking about robbing a bank either). Today’s podcast guest, Cari Jacobs, the CMO of a company called Unison is joining us to share this new concept of co-investing with homeownership and why technology is helping you fund that elusive 20% down payment. So I wanted to know from Cari how is it possible to buy a home when you have less than 20% saved for your down payment. What I Ask: Is owning a home a reality if you’re still balancing debt and getting set up in your career?How is technology advancing the process of home buying and making it easier for millennials?Tell me about the history of Unison – how did the company and concept come about and what is the audience you’re trying to serve?If I wanted to purchase a $500,000 home for exa…

Wealth means something different to each of us, but what will it take for you to build wealth and develop a wealthy mindset? Yes, you can do it. You can build wealth with what you’ve got in your bank account right now. It may seem hard to believe, but I’m going to show you how in today’s episode. My guest today is Linda P. Jones, and she teaches practical money, stock market investing and personal finance tips you can do to avoid mistakes and achieve financial freedom. Linda made $2 million at the age of 39 using what she calls her 6 steps to wealth. What I AskWhy does what you think about your money have so much to do with your success?How can you change your mindset if things in life haven’t worked out as planned or maybe you’ve made a money mistake that you’re really ashamed of?You talk a lot about why millionaires think differently – what goes on in a millionaires brain that we all need to learn?I love the story you share of your dad at 10 handing you the book Think and Grow …

In case you didn’t know already, you have the power to change the trajectory of your life. Maybe you woke up today and you weren’t happy with your career or the great business idea you started isn’t reaching its potential, or maybe you’re frustrated with a decision you made with your money and you don’t know how to fix it. The good news is you can make a conscious decision to change – right now. Natalie Bacon is sharing her story of the power of your mindset and whey she walked away from two lucrative careers to chase after her entrepreneurial dreams and design her own dream life. Questions I AskIt’s totally cliché – is the advice follow your passion and money good advice? What was it like to walk away from those established careers to forge your own path?What’s been your experience with money and your mindset? What should entrepreneurs focus on to turn an idea into profit? Has anything surprised you thus far in your podcasting journey?If you could give listeners one takeaway to …