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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Is Walmart Catching Amazon?
New data shows Wal-Mart making progress against rival Amazon, but our money friends had a surprising take on the battle for our holiday dollars. Bobbi and guest co-host smart shopping expert Trae Bodge also get into where to buy what this holiday...
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Are Your Elders Being Taken Advantage Of?
A recent program working with banks and credit unions is helping tellers and employees figure out quickly if elderly people are being taken advantage of, with surprising results. We'll discuss elder scam statistics--many surprising--and how to ensure...
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The price investors paid for listening to some ...
The cost of listening to apocalyptic predictions from a range of commentators, including famed investor George Soros, bond-market giant Jeffrey Gundlach, activist Carl Icahn and New York Times columnist Paul Krugman was massive according to new data....
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Yet Another Piece Of Info For Russia To Steal
What DON'T the Russian hackers know about you yet? We'll talk about some NEW scores companies have on you, which detail some things that you might not have thought were important. Does this mean MORE security on your devices? We'll tackle that topic...
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When "Unlimited" Might Not Be As Awesome As The...
While "unlimited" food seems like a great idea, trust us when we say...after three trips to the buffett you're fairly certain you made a mistake. So it is also for some traders last week who went on a popular site to find that they had "unlimited"...
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How Your Neighbors Can Afford All That Stuff (a...
Those expensive vacations and costly college educations by people around you might not be as hard-earned as you thought. Bobbi and Chris Browning from the Popcorn Finance podcast discuss a NY Times piece that sheds light on what's really going on....
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How To (Not) Save Your Holiday Season
New data shows that the majority of people who already have credit card debt expect to go deeper with their deficit spending on holiday gifts this year. Bobbi and Popcorn Finance Podcast host Chris Browning explain what's driving the spending, and...
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It Appears The Price Is Wrong
Contestants on The Price is Right are more off than ever before on their guesses. A recent piece details one study which tries to answer "why?" The reasons? Well, they may have more to do with your budget than you think.
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Xerox and HP and their (possible) David and Gol...
News that Xerox is eyeing a deal to buy HP has Wall Street buzzing. Bobbi and Joe get into why the deal could make sense, what's at stake and how investors can make the best decisions when companies they own stock in decide to merge.
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Breakfast At Tiffany's? Maybe That's The Key To...
A recent CNBC piece details how department stores and other traditional retailers are trying to lure people back into their stores. Will new offerings like restaurants inside of the store help these companies compete? We'll dive into it with our...
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America's Middle Class Is Addicted to a NEW Typ...
Some news about middle America - they're increasingly diving into installment loans. Is this a type of loan you should be interested in? Should your next loan be one? We'll parse the details with the founder of Bigger Pockets, Josh Dorkin, on today's...
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What Common Expensive Items Are NOT Worth The P...
A recent piece from Business Insider lists off some things that you may have bought, thinking, "This is a deal," but it isn't. There are countless ways to cut down on your expenses, and today's list can give you a big head start. Diane Harrison...
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How Big Does Your Emergency Fund REALLY Need To...
A new study shows that your emergency fund might not need to be as large as previously thought. Diane Harris, Editor-at-Large at Newsweek joins Bobbi to tackle cash on hand and the fear that you just might not have enough.
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Advisors Saying, "No, Thank You!" To Robos...Why?
While the general public has accepted robo-advisors, actual HUMAN advisors have not. Why the discrepancy? We'll tackle a headline on this topic today and share our thoughts.
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What's In Your "Go" Bag?
As fires burn across the west we ask the question, "What should you do if disaster strikes at YOUR home?" We'll list off a few easy planning items and also talk overall strategy, whether it's because of a fire, tornado, or burglary.
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What Criteria Do Billionaires Use When They Dec...
A recent piece details what options the richest among us use to decide where they have their primary residence. While we're told often that we can learn a lot from studying billionaires, is that really true? We'll ask CFP Eric Roberge and Joe...
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An Under the Radar Account To Help With Retirem...
HSA plans are picking up steam but are still widely under-utilized when planning retirement. What are they? How do they work? Joe and top financial advisor Eric Roberge (co-host of the Beyond Finances podcast) walk through the details today!
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Flight Shaming?
A new report says that a practice called "flight shaming," tied to the environmental cost of air travel, is gaining traction and could cost the airlines billions of dollars. We're joined by The Debt Free Guys, jet-setters David Auten and John...
20 min
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What's the Future of the "Millennial Lifestyle ...
Those good times promised by brands that support the lifestyles enjoyed by many millennials, like DoorDash, WeWork, Blue Apron and Postmates? They're all under new pressure to make a profit, and that'll change the game for everyone. We'll break down...
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Should Brokers Disclose Fees Shared With Broker...
There's some outrage in the financial advising community as the Securities and Exchange Commission warns advisors that they should either do a better job disclosing revenue sharing with fund companies or rebate that income stream altogether. If you're...
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Is That Glowing Product Review Fake?
After skincare line Sunday Riley got caught faking reviews, the truth is becoming even more clear that consumers can't trust what they read online. Joe and Bobbi dig into the truth behind reviews, and share tips on how to know what's real, and what is...
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Taking an Hands-On Approach To Financial Lessons
One foundation is partnering with schools and teachers for a more hands-on approach to financial literacy. Will this method you help better learn good financial habits? Can you use it to teach others? We'll jump into the topic with our friend and...
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Under Armour Founder Steps Down As CEO
The founder of Under Armour, a company that's floundered lately, is stepping down. What should you do if you own stock in a company that's experiencing a regime change? Are there any lessons for you with your own money or career? We'll discuss all of...
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How To Win At Your Own Personal "Price Is Right...
News of the biggest winner ever on the game show "The Price is Right" sparks the question: do you really always know the price you are paying for everyday items before you check out? Bobbi and guest co-host smart-shopping expert Trae Bodge get honest...
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Does Free, Quick Shipping Come With a Cost?
Amazon is upping its game once again and offering just about anything delivered overnight free for prime members. But Bobbi and guest co-host, smart-shopping expert Trae Bodge explain the true cost. Plus the money friends weigh in with their strong...
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