- ChristinA asks if it's ever ok to borrow from a 401(k) for something like a house downpayment.
- JT provides a bunch of tips (some are probably new to you) to help protect your identity.
- How to keep kids busy this summer.
- Wells Fargo is reimagining a better future where they don't rip off their customers.
- This month's Kibble Burger. The same as last months. Again.
- ChristinE looks for advice on the pros/cons of paying insurance in advance (6 months or yearly) vs. every month.
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- A member of Scott's entourage backs out of a house deal. Listen to what happened and how you can apply the purchasing decisions to your own life.
- Kate asks about the dang fine Instapot recipes Scott is willing to share with everyone.
- Red alert warning - Orenda coffee makers - please don't buy one!
- Morn Deep is trying to make sense of their 401(k) options.
- Michael is starting the think about retirement and asks if it's better to take an early distribution from his pension and collect the money starting at age 55.
- Are you in one of those seasons where your money is going out faster than it's coming in? You're not alone.
- Do you have your emergency rations ready for an alien invasion? Or at least a short emergency.
- Scott shares several recent examples of people who went to school for one thing and are doing something completely different in their careers. What are the chances you will be doing what you went to school for over your life time?
- Red alert warning - a new report out shows colleges are using creative math in their acceptance letters and not telling the real deal on how much college will cost.
- Ysagani asks about the differences between managed investing accounts and self-directed investing accounts.
- Barbie (Charleston, SC) is a 21-year-old college student who needs help with a budget and paying off some credit card debt.
- Are credit card rewards for an annual fee worth it?
- Brian (MN) invested in a new kitchen for a rental and comments on the tax breaks.
- Quote of the day from Selena Gomez (yes, Selena Gomez).
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- Hear the story of a listener who had a great plan, then got delayed due to an injury. What would you do in their position?
- Britney has a 401(k) and asks if she should be doing something else.
- Linda (Canada) is looking for money saving tips.
- Priyanka's parents are $20,000 in debt and she asks how she can help them.
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- Back from vacation, but we had to call in a vacation day from the vacation because of how late we got back. But we still have some inspiring words of wisdom from Emma, a future world leader.
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- Brian asks about the 2018 tax law changes and how they might impact the home mortgage interest deduction.
- Scott rants on yet another Silicone Valley insider that has all the secrets to the next great investment - for a very special price!
- Organic wheat is the latest ripoff to your hard earned money.
- Lori has a question on her retirement plan and wants to know what questions she should ask her human resources leader about picking the best options for her.
- Lean is considering using Quicken and asks Scott about his feelings on it.
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- A hail storm rips through Scott's neighborhood and takes out hundreds of cars with it. Hear the warning of being properly insured from what life can throw at you.
- Lautrice is 28 and just started her first employer retirement plan. She asks if the investments that were selected for her are the best available.
- A follow up to Angie's situation on if her mother should buy a fixed annuity to help protect assets from a potential nursing home stay.
- Linda is 51 and trying to get term insurance without being employed. She asks for advice after being turned down.
- Money saving tips for the summer.
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- What are the best steps for you to take to save money on a car? And when is the best time of year/month/week/day to buy?
- Alexis got a $5k tax return and asks where to start investing.
- Spock is considering taking an early withdrawal from a 401(k) to pay off some debts and asks if it's a good idea.
- Caitlyn wonders when is a good time to buy appliances.
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- How much money do you need to be rich? The big banks have your answer, but are they right?
- Scott has a cheap tip to ease your aches and pains.
- Angie (Dover, PA) checked into her aging parents finances and wants to be prepared if they enter a nursing home. A financial advisor told her to buy a fixed income annuity to protect their assets. Is this good advice?
- Katie shares a tip on saving money on orthodics.
- Why the little things in life matter.
- Red alert warning on this latest 'hot' stock tip to avoid.
- The amazing story of an active NFL player who just finished his medical degree.
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- Scott rants on someone who says target date funds stink.
- Anthony asks what an umbrella policy is.
- Austin has a question on the savings strategy that uses stocks and bonds.
- Why the little things in life matter.
- Karin uses a list to save money at the grocery store.
- Red alert warning on scratch and no win tickets from car dealers.
- Dessert Sandman shares his financial independence story after being $100k in debt.
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- Linda has a new job and asks about her 410(k) plan and how the employer match works.
- Plumbers (yes, plumbers) are the latest hot job, and they are being offered $5,000 signing bonuses.
- Sharan is a Junior at the University of Texas and asks how she can afford to go to law school.
- A former FBI agent shares some tips to protect your identity and the money in your bank accounts.
- Clown around for $100/hour
- Red alert warning on scratch and no win tickets from car dealers.
- Politicians who can't manage their own finances would love to manage yours.
- Mike and his wife paid off $12,000 of debt in 10 months!
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- Scott reviews the Better mortgage service to give his take on if you should consider this option if you're in the market for a new home or refinance.
- Brokers are getting broker, and they are turning to your pockets to make up the difference. Watch out!
- Max asks a question about taking money out of a 457 plan without penalty and how that works.
- Chris got a $365k inheritance and wants input on how he should handle the windfall.
- Kibble Burger is at it again, fleecing fools from their money.
- Karin shares a win on getting her finances in order.
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- How a handshake led to a sale worth $40 million to a Russian immigrant.
- Should you hide your wealth if your working towards financial independence?
- Greg is retired and can no longer afford his home, but if he sold it he wouldn't break even. He asks for advice.
- Mark was just downsized and wonders if he should pay off his debts with his severance.
- Katie visits a tiny home and talks about moving into one.
- Scott gives the step-by-step process of buying a new appliance, and how you can save money on your next purchase.
- A story of why financial independence is appropriate at every age.
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- Red Alert Warning about a new phone scam.
- Chris protests his property taxes and saves a bundle. Hear how you can too.
- Dr. J (California) is going on a credit card diet and asks if the myths about debit card protection are true.
- Misty is at the end of her rope with debt and asks for help.
- It's the time of year you need to protect your emergency fund from HVAC scams.
- Brian (Pittsburg, PA) shares a win on how he's saving money just by asking.
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- 98-Year-Old Secretary dies with $8.2M fortune
- Beth (Auburn Hills, MI) takes some stock she got from her grandparents and finally trades them in for some low cost index funds.
- A couple with seven kids dies in a car crash and without a will. A warning to all listeners about protecting your family from the unknown.
- Taylor (Columbus, OH) is deciding what type of vehicle to purchase after his lease ends if he's driving a lot and already has $20,000 in debt.
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- Scott shares how they have recently come out ahead and helped out someone in the process.
- K has a money saving tip when eating out at fast food places.
- Meannia (Jackson, MS) asks how to get back up after you've been down.
- Mo leaves the greatest voicemail yet in the history of the show, praising the greatness of the host.
- Tara interested in leaving her corporate job but doesn't know how to make the numbers work.
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- Ways to help your kids from blowing any money you leave behind to them if you've achieved financial independence.
- Dave asks if he is crazy to be invested 100% in an S&P 500 index fund if the money is all for my grandkids and he’ll never touch it.
- Hammer Time offers a warning on ROBS and rolling your retirement into cupcake funds.
- Ryan (Phoenix, AZ) has an update on the housing situation he is considering.
- Grocery store items are not created equal. Scott has a food saving tip that will save you some money.
- Summer gas prices are on the rise. Find out how you can save at the pump.
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- Retired airline pilot George L. Sims lost $100,000 following the advice of someone on the radio. Could you be next?
- Pauline (Boston, MA) is 55 and blind. She has credit card debt and owes the IRS money and asks for help on her situation.
- Old Macdonald (Anonymous) is interested in hearing the pros/cons of a mortgage recast.
- Scott speaks at SMU on passive aggressive investing and shares how to keep more of your money.
- Last minute Mother's Day gifts.
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- What should you have in case of an emergency? Probably not this $995 fashion survival kit.
- Cecilia (Lawrence, MA) has $66,000 in credit card and student loan debt and need help figuring out how to pay it off.
- Scott's review of the Ghost Pillow.
- Katie discovers a place you can have birthday parties for free - activity included!
- Alain used to sell high cost mutual funds but after a year he was sick to his stomach. Find out what he did about it.
- Denise is 58 years old and has unpaid bills, while trying to get ready for retirement.
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- Discover one person's journey from a small town to big city fame and fortune, due to her love of cookies.
- Brian is 36 and asks if his choice of investments is nuts for his age.
- Luis is about to get evicted because his income has dried up, and he doesn't know how he will support his daughter.
- Rebecca (Canton, NY) has spent down her emergency fund and asks how to build it back up.
- Scott talks about the Ghost Pillow and why a good night's sleep is so important, but not if you overspend for it.
- Andy quit smoking after 30 years, has lost 30 pounds, and wants to help others do the same.
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- Some people think they are living the dream but the reality is they will wake up to a nightmare later on - old and broke! Scott shares the story of one couple that spends $42,000 a MONTH and has nothing to show for it.
- Denise is 58 and has a lot of debts. She asks how to get back on her feet financially.
- Liam meets a 20-something-year-old who expects to make a big income just because they graduated from college. Scott rants on the privileged mindset of people who haven't paid their dues.
- If you're a small business owner - or looking to be one - hear some tips on how to make money faster.
- Gen admits to being materialistic and has a lot of debt at age 19, and asks for advice.
- Grace asks how best to save for private school.
- How one church paid off $10.5 million of medical debt to help people out.
- A red alert warning about fake best-of lists.
- Scott shares why boundaries are important to achieving your money and life goals.
- Karin asks if employer sponsored life insurance is necessary if you don't have kids.
- Oscar asks when the show will include a live call in.
- If you're looking for a better paying job, some cities will pay you to move.
- Jen (Houston, TX) is about to miss a mortgage payment and asks if its ok to miss it to wait for her new job to start.
- Gen admits to being materialistic and has a lot of debt at age 19, and asks for advice.
- Looking for some quick cash and an easy business where you set your own hours? We've got a new one to share.
- Randy is 18 and has a couple thousand to invest, but isn't sure where to invest it.
- Mike is 42 and has $489k in total debt, with very little saved for retirement. He asks if it's better to wait and pay of the debt first or invest and pay off the debt at the same time.
- If you're in the market for a new car, check out these options.
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- Wells Fargo - how are they still in business?
- How good is your 401(k) knowledge?
- Grace asks what types of insurance she should have.
- Brian is 37, divorced and paying child support for his four kids while just scraping by. He asks for some advice on his situation.
- Karin has $300,000 in student loans, $15k in credit card debt, and is trying to save up for a house.
- A new way to test out that car you're thinking of buying, without the hassle of dealing with the car dealer.
- Scott rants on the marketing tactics of Wall Street trying to get more of your money.
- Ryan (Phoenix, AZ) is 23 years old and figuring out how to best save for a house down payment while paying high rent.
- Shalonda (Illinois) is relocating to Tennessee soon and trying to find a new job while she's unemployed.
- Laura has her rental home broken into and the Simpli Safe security system stolen.
- Amanda works full time and has two young boys. She and her husband ask for suggestions on how to make extra money while working full time.
- Lisa is struggling with credit cards bills and asks how to break the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle.
- A red alert warning about business scams.
- If you're not saving enough to help your family, you might be interested in having granny live in the backyard.