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Is a $100k Income STILL Enough to Buy the American Dream? | Making a Millionaire Apr 28, 2025

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Daniel and Hannah are navigating the messy middle - raising kids, building careers, and working toward big financial goals (like homeownership and financial independence). We talk about budgeting on a $100K income, the tough trade-offs between Roth contributions and emergency savings, and the pressure to "do it all" while staying grounded. Can we help set an intentional plan today for their great big beautiful tomorrow?

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Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life.

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Financial Advisors React - Top 10 INSANE Money Advice Videos Apr 25, 2025

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Brian and Bo react to 10 outrageous personal finance videos circulating online, debunking misleading claims about 401(k) loans, day trading, real estate schemes, whole life insurance, and side hustles. Stay tuned through the end to watch as we count down to the craziest video we found.. The episode serves as a reminder to be wary of social media “gurus” and to focus on proven wealth-building principles.

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How to Make Money in a Market Crash Apr 23, 2025

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Mike J. wrote us and asked:

"We sold about $70k in pretax assets at the peak. How would you recommend we buy back in? Dollar Cost Average? Or wait for a low point?"

We quick off this Q&A answering his question, including the Goldilocks Rule to DCA! Then stick around as we answer more of YOUR financial questions.

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Smart Money Moves: Life Insurance, Emergency Funds, and The Rule of 55 Apr 21, 2025

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We're back with answering YOUR questions and you gave us some good ones. Brian and Bo break down affordable life insurance strategies for high earners with health challenges, how to prioritize saving when adopting a child, and what to do with multiple retirement plans like 401(a), 403(b), and 457s. You'll also learn how the Rule of 55 really works (and how to avoid losing it), plus how to assess the true opportunity cost of going back to school to boost your income. Don't worry, though, we still had plenty of fun along the way.

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How to Turn Your Finances Around in 6 Months Apr 18, 2025

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Brian and Bo unveil a powerful six-month plan to help you turn your financial life around - no matter where you're starting from. Whether you're overwhelmed or just want to fine-tune your money habits, they break down actionable steps month-by-month, from getting organized and setting goals to budgeting, building margin, and making your money work harder for you. It’s time to ditch procrastination and start building a brighter financial future - one step at a time.

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84% of Americans Say THIS is the Key to Success (But They're Wrong!) Apr 16, 2025

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A recent survey from Empower asked, "What has the biggest impact on achieving financial success?" Some choices include: Hard Work, Talent, Who You Know, Luck & Circumstance, or Putting Money Away for Retirement. We go over the most popular answer and give our take. Then we answer a few of your questions!

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We Catch MAJOR Pitfalls in This Doctor's DIY Portfolio | Making a Millionaire Apr 14, 2025

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Chuck and Margo have a BIG shovel. But getting through medical school gave Chuck some BIG blind spots. We want to show them a better way to do money, and set them up for a life of abundance.

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Beginner’s Guide To Investing (2025 Edition) Apr 11, 2025

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The comprehensive guide to investing that breaks down the essentials for beginners, covering everything from the basics of stock market investing to tax-efficient strategies. Whether you're worried about not having enough money to start or feeling overwhelmed by investment choices, this episode provides clear, actionable steps to help you build lasting wealth by building a personal financial plan.

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What The Tariffs Mean For Your 401(k) Apr 09, 2025

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We're diving into market volatility and what it means for your financial future. With the S&P 500 down over 15% from its all-time high and new tariffs making headlines, we'll break down:

How these changes might affect your 401(k)
Smart diversification strategies beyond the S&P 500
Why your investment glide path matters now more than ever

Don't let market uncertainty keep you up at night. After we walk through all of that, we answer questions from financial mutants on market volatility and more!

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I Save, They Spend - What Do We Do? Apr 07, 2025

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A tale as old as time: a saver and a spender end up together. What is the solution? We can't promise to solve your relationship problems, but we can promise we'll try to answer your financial questions!

After answering that question, we dive deep into others including someone new to the FOO, a situation built for emergency reserves, and a HUGE inheritance!

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