The Pete the Planner® Show

Discussing money can be emotionally charged, but not here on the Pete the Planner® Show where Personal Finance Expert, former comedian, and author Peter Dunn breaks down personal finance with humor, practical advice, and real-life scenarios to help you make smarter money moves. Pete and his co-hosts Kristen and Damian lead a guilt-free discussion of budgeting, investing, retirement planning, and any number of other topics meant to help you thrive in the present and future. Part of the IBJ Media Podcast Network.

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Ep. 219: Celebrating Financial Successes with M...
This week on the Million Dollar Plan, we’re talking about celebrating financial successes. Going into the new year we lay a blueprint to the financial goals we want to achieve. We work continuously, maintaining the momentum the whole year through,...
41 min
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Ep. 218: Bryan
Meet, Bryan. Bryan’s Maine concern, in his own words: “In the past 3-4 months, I’ve become a little obsessive about getting us back in the groove of goals towards finances. I think a lot has been spurred by us having... Read More
28 min
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Ep. 217: 2017 Investment Wrap-up with Tadas Vis...
When we recorded this, it was our LAST radio episode of 2017. It only felt right  to end the year with a special edition of the Million Dollar Plan. This week, we present: The 2017 PTPTV Investment Wrap-up. And it just so happens,... Read More
41 min
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Ep. 216: Derek
This week, we met Derek. Derek’s main concerns, in his own words: “I’m 38 years old and have been divorced for 3 years now. I currently have no consumer debt, and a mortgage with about 150,000 left on it. I feel... Read More
22 min
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Ep. 215: Hank
This week, we met Hank. Hank’s main concerns, in his own words: “After college I spent about a decade pursuing my passion of coaching triathletes rather than go into the corporate world. I took a job managing a bike shop... Read More
29 min
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Ep. 214: Answering emails with Paul Ashley
It is no secret, I get a lot of emails. And for whatever reason, recently, I have been getting some intense emails coming through my inbox.  We are talking intro, three full body paragraphs, and conclusion with a SparkNotes sheet,... Read More
41 min
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Ep. 213: Pepe
This week, we met Pepe.  Pepe’s main concerns, in his own words: “I am 27 and have been following your advice for two years now. I should say I have had a sincere interest in your advice for two years... Read More
22 min
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Ep. 212: Setting goals for 2018
This week on The MIllion Dollar Plan, we’re setting some goals. As we sunset 2017, we’re laying the blueprint to our 2018. We set goals, to get us going on the path for each area of our life’s successes. Throughout... Read More
40 min
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211: Nancy
Meet, Nancy. Nancy’s main concerns, in her own words: “My husband and I are in the process of getting our 5 year plan in order. My husband and I each make just over $100, 000 (plus $30-40,000 in bonuses). We’ve... Read More
34 min
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Ep. 210: Cryptocurrency
This week on the Million Dollar Plan we dive into cryptocurrencies. This is a topic that I’ve wanted to do on the show for years now, but I haven’t known who/where to turn to. So, I turned to the inter-webs. It was there... Read More
40 min
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Ep. 209: Harry
Meet Harry. Harry’s main concerns, in his own words: “My wife was a HS teacher for 14 years and stopped working for a few years as she was primary caregiver to her grandfather. She has re-entered the workforce as a... Read More
25 min
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Ep. 208: Drew
Meet Drew. Drew’s main concerns, in his own words: “My wife and I are a young, married couple with our first baby on the way. We both work, and we’re trying to plan for the future, save as much as... Read More
32 min
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Ep. 207: Change
This week on the Million Dollar Plan, we’re talking about change. Making a change, and following through with it can be hard. Making a financial change, and following through with it can be hard. Making any alteration in your day-to-day... Read More
40 min
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Ep. 207: Change
This week on the Million Dollar Plan, we’re talking about change. Making a change, and following through with it can be hard. Making a financial change, and following through with it can be hard. Making any alteration in your day-to-day... Read More
40 min
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Ep. 206: Becky
Meet Becky. Becky’s main concerns, in her own words: “I am retired and live well within my means.  I’m hooked on saving money and have excellent credit. My main financial focus is eliminating all outstanding debt (I have a car... Read More
20 min
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Ep. 206: Becky
Meet Becky. Becky’s main concerns, in her own words: “I am retired and live well within my means.  I’m hooked on saving money and have excellent credit. My main financial focus is eliminating all outstanding debt (I have a car... Read More
20 min
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Ep. 205: Thinking Man’s Edition
This week on the Million Dollar Plan, we’re embracing the Thanksgiving spirit. We might be a week early but at PTP Headquarters, Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays. When planning this show, we were prompted with the concept of, “on... Read More
40 min
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Ep. 205: Thinking Man’s Edition
This week on the Million Dollar Plan, we’re embracing the Thanksgiving spirit. We might be a week early but at PTP Headquarters, Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays. When planning this show, we were prompted with the concept of, “on... Read More
40 min
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Ep. 204: Kira
This week, we met Kira. Kira’s main concerns, in her own words: “My situation is a little unusual. My plan is to sell our house in the next year and move to Nashville, where my daughter lives. We plan to... Read More
28 min
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Ep. 204: Kira
This week, we met Kira. Kira’s main concerns, in her own words: “My situation is a little unusual. My plan is to sell our house in the next year and move to Nashville, where my daughter lives. We plan to... Read More
28 min
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Ep. 203: Credit cards, medical bills and more
This week, it’s a bit of a “gripey Old Man” Pete edition of The Million Dollar Plan. After over 160 flights and 13 weeks of travel, I’m finally home. We’ve been on a bit of a Petepourri kick, so we kept it... Read More
39 min
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Ep. 203: Credit cards, medical bills and more
This week, it’s a bit of a “gripey Old Man” Pete edition of The Million Dollar Plan. After over 160 flights and 13 weeks of travel, I’m finally home. We’ve been on a bit of a Petepourri kick, so we kept it... Read More
39 min
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Ep. 202: Chris
This week, we met Chris. Chris’s main concerns, in his own words: “My in-laws have struggled through financial issues for most of their lives. Now that problem is hitting home for my family. They are moving in with our family... Read More
34 min
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Ep. 202: Chris
This week, we met Chris. Chris’s main concerns, in his own words: “My in-laws have struggled through financial issues for most of their lives. Now that problem is hitting home for my family. They are moving in with our family... Read More
34 min
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Ep. 201: Frank is changing his mindset and taki...
This week, we met Frank. Frank’s main concerns, in his own words: “I’m in about $22,000 worth of debt between personal and credit card loans. My wife and I are expecting baby number two very soon and I need to... Read More
28 min