Money with Friends
Hosts Joe Saul-Sehy from the Stacking Benjamins podcast and Bobbi Rebell CFP® from the Financial Grownup podcast break down the money headlines everyone is buzzing about- with a big twist. The show is recorded live in front of a Facebook Live audience, and they let the audience in on the action with their own comments and tips. Money lessons delivered with laughs.
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Wall Street Internships on the Chopping Block?
Not only are full time jobs going away, but summer internships are also a casualty of the coronavirus. Today we'll discuss how to keep the ball rolling if you're worried about your education or about furthering your ability to score better jobs in the...
20 min
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Coronavirus stimulus check update: how and when...
The government checks are starting to go out but some people will get their money faster. Joe and Bobbi explain the best things you can do to get your check faster, and the best way to put the money to use.
17 min
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Walmart Hit With Wrongful Death Lawsuit
During this crisis one thing has become clear: everyone is potentially in harm's way. A 51 year old Walmart employee has passed away due to COVID-19 symptoms, and his family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. We won't spend much time on the lawsuit...
19 min
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Bankruptcies Are About To Skyrocket
How's your financial house? A recent Marketwatch piece says that for many of us, the worst is just beginning, because the number of people seeking bankruptcy protection is about to go through the roof. CFP Liz Weston, columnist for Nerdwallet joins...
21 min
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What Companies Are Hiring Right Now?
While coronavirus has been a backbreaker for most of the economy, believe it or not, there are companies in desperate need of workers. Some are even hiring for remote jobs that you can do from home. Bobbi and guest co-host Erin Lowry, author of the...
29 min
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How Will The Economy Roll Again?
We all wonder the same question, "where do we go from here?" Today Erin Lowry from Broke Millennial joins us to discuss issues around small businesses, and what the next steps will be for us to get things rolling again. Recorded LIVE on Facebook with...
26 min
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Have You Checked Autopay To Cut Expenses?
With budgets sliced and quarantines active across the country there may be many autopays that you aren't using right now: gym memberships, camps for children, and more are some of the likely culprits. Today we'll share some surprising numbers from our...
22 min
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Critical New Details Released For Coronavirus S...
The relief includes a suspension of certain federal student loan payments and collections through September 30, 2020, as well as an interest freeze. Joe and special guest co-host OG from the Stacking Benjamins show explain what it all means, and the...
19 min
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Who's Winning the Television War While We're St...
A recent Forbes piece shows the winners and losers across your television dial while we all quarantine. We'll tackle the different options and shows with our live audience AND also cover other entertainment options like films, comedy, and even...
35 min
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Another Investment Class Takes A Dive
The widespread plunge of everything investment-related continues with real estate in the news today. New home mortgage applications are MUCH lower, according to a CNBC piece. Joe and guest co-host Paul Ollinger from the Crazy Money podcast will tackle...
27 min
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How Should You Spend Your Stimulus Check?
Expecting some money soon from the government? While you could treat this cash life found money and blow it, this could be your chance to lay a foundation that will help you grow your nestegg AND make it through this rough time (as well as future...
28 min
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Food budgeting and meal planning tips during th...
Since most of us are cooking at home more than usual, we're sharing advice on how to get the best value for your food budget- along with ingredient substitutions when you can't find what you need for a recipe. Bobbi is joined by former...
31 min
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Lose Your Job Due To Coronavirus Crisis?
Millions of jobs have already been lost and the battle, many experts say, is just beginning. What steps should you take if you think you may lose your job? There's lots to know, and we'll cover the details in one Kiplinger piece that dives into the...
23 min
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Is it time to buy stocks again?
Some well respected market mavens are making a case for buying stocks. While the advisors are not directly advocating timing the market, they do point to compelling indicators to make their case. Plus Bobbi and Joe share the results of a money friends...
23 min
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How Will The Economy Change When We're Past This?
A fundamental question looms over this whole crisis: when it ends, how will things be different? Will people work from home more, will brick-and-mortar businesses disappear at a faster rate. Will people have to pivot in increasing numbers to hold on...
33 min
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Aid Package Deal on the Way? What We Should Expect
Early Wednesday the Senate and White House agreed to an aid package deal which involves, among other things, relief for both individuals and businesses. What's in the package and what should we expect to see from a final bill? George Kurtyka, whose...
30 min
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What If You Planned On Retiring Soon?
A bull market makes many investors more aggressive, even as they near retirement, and this bull market reportedly has been no exception. Bobbi and guest co-host Ubiquity's Chad Parks explain the challenge and share perspectives on what can be done if...
24 min
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How to Leave a Legacy of Generosity (maybe what...
Ready for a (rare) good news headline? Today we share a story of giving selflessly and the gratitude it inspired. Bobbi welcomes guest co-host, Ubiquity's Chad Parks, to discuss ways we can pay it forward and effectively leave our own legacy.
18 min
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There Go The Jobs
A recent Wall Street Journal headline details what we all know is coming. Jobs are going away quickly as companies cope with reduced demand for...nearly everything. How do you stay solvent when your job is evaporating? There are no easy answers but on...
25 min
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The Coronavirus impact on the gig economy
The gig economy has been a lifeline for so many Americans, but the Coronavirus crisis is hitting these workers in unprecedented and in many cases, amplified ways. Joe and Bobbi share their perspectives and ideas on how workers can manage and what...
24 min
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Are Millennials Oversaving For Retirement Anymore?
Recently a New York Times piece asked whether millennials and their higher savings rates would change the "spend economy" game that the Federal Reserve bases its actions on. Now that the market's tanked and the future looks uncertain for stocks, will...
33 min
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Analyst: Airlines May Go Bankrupt By May Withou...
A recent Time piece reveals that analysts think airlines may be in big trouble without some help from the government. We'll talk about how this might cause you to think differently about stock picking AND how it might affect your travel plans on...
25 min
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Snap Up INCREDIBLE Travel Deals or Stay Home?
Some bargain hunting travelers are snapping up deals, saying they won't be stopped by the coronavirus crisis. Bobbi and guest co-host CFP® and Financial Psychologist Dr. Brad Klontz explain the thinking behind their decisions and share their advice.
19 min
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How To Avoid The Panic Button
Wild stock market swings are amping up financial anxiety--and could force nervous investors to make moves they later regret. Bobbi and guest co-host, Certified Financial Planner and Financial Psychologist Dr. Brad Klontz, share specific ways to...
20 min
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The Drawbacks of Fractional Real Estate
While fractional real estate shares have opened up a previously inaccessible investment to millions of new investors, it doesn't mean that (like every other investment) there are no downsides. Today we'll discuss real estate investing and some of the...
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