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The Scott Alan Turner Show | FINANCIAL ROCK STAR

Scott Alan Turner is a former money moron, living the paycheck-to-paycheck lifestyle, losing $40k in the stock market, and racking up a load of credit card debt. But by age 35, he turned it all around and became a self-made millionaire. In a world of get-rich-quick schemes, biased advice, and financial Pied Pipers, Scott’s authentic, no-holds-barred approach makes it possible for anyone to absolutely rock their personal finances. Scott is on a mad mission to help you get financial independence, ultimate happiness and a life full of awesome experiences. With his rebel style, off-beat humor, and signature life-on-your-own-terms approach, Scott’s inspiring a movement of Financial Rock Stars across the globe. Money. Investing. Personal Finance. Financial Independence.
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Now displaying: July, 2016
Jul 29, 2016

Topics: The surprising reason you should do your taxes in July.

- Reuben (Tallahassee, FL) is 25 and looking for financial direction.

- Nate asks about converting a 401(k) to an IRA.

- Jessica's (Alabama) mom is about to come into a large amount of money.

http://scottalanturner.com/show119

 

Jul 27, 2016

Topics: The truth about the taxes you pay.

- Steve's car extra payments are being applied to interest and not principal.

- Area man knows exactly which relatives would be problem if he ever came into money.

- Brian (Pittsburgh, PA) asks if there is a good time to close credit card accounts.

- Danny (Ashburn, VA) wonders if ETFs are better than mutual funds.

- Rafael (New York, NY) gets an explanation of Dimensional Fund Advisors.

http://scottalanturner.com/show118

Links mentioned on the show:

The Onion

How ETFs and mutual fund differences vary

Jul 25, 2016

Topics: Surprising (and legal) tax loopholes.

- Jessica cautions about renting cars with debit cards.

- Henrique asks how to avoid bad financial moves.

- Steve asks about having his wife start an online business.

- Charles needs some networking tips for an entry level systems analyst position.

- Frugal, frugal, frugal.

http://scottalanturner.com/show117

Links mentioned on the show:

6 Tips For How To Stop Splurging And Spending Less

Chloe and Isabel

Jul 22, 2016

Topics: The latest get-rich-quick program - binary options.

- Kyle asks about 401(k) distributions.

- Lucas (Canada) wants to reduce his debts and stress.

- New contractor scam.

- Brian (Pittsburg, PA) is trying to get his grocery bill under $250 a month.

http://scottalanturner.com/show116

Links mentioned on the show:

401(k) and IRA Required Minimum Distribution Calculator

Jul 20, 2016

Topics: How to pay zero taxes on your tax deferred retirement accounts.

- Free credit score for USAA members.

- Kevin (Puerto Rico) asks about investing in something other than a 401k.

- April asks if Roth IRA or traditional IRA is better.

- Janesta spends all her money and needs a good hiding place.

- Nisha (Lubbock, TX) has debts to pay off but isn't sure of the proper order.

- Taylor (Birmingham, AL) wants to minimize the burden of student loans after graduation.

http://scottalanturner.com/show115

Links mentioned on the show:

My band's current setlist on Spotify

Should you convert your Traditional IRA to a Roth IRA Calculator

Jul 18, 2016

Topics: Tax breaks you could be missing.

- Nicole (Hotlanta, GA) asks if paying down her home is a good idea.

- Dolores (Jackson, MI) is getting ready to pit auto dealers against one another.

- No more deadspots in your home WiFi.

- Jeff asks about switching from a debit card to a credit card.

- Rich and his wife paid off $41,000 in 18-months.

http://scottalanturner.com/show114

Links mentioned on the show:

Carvana

EERO Wirelesss

Plume WiFi

Jul 15, 2016

Topics: How understanding tax brackets can save you big money.

- Tammi gets an offer to be a virtual assistant - is it legit?

- Excellent customer service from 1-800-FLOWERS

- Chris (Dayton, OH) is 43 and is wondering if he is behind on his retirement savings.

- Pat (Hawaii) asks if 457(b) or 403(b) plans are better.

- Can $24 make a difference?

http://scottalanturner.com/show113

Links mentioned on the show:

New York Times Tax Rates

XY Planning Network

Garrett Planning Network

401(k) Fee Calculator

To get your free guide How To Save $1,000 In One Week text the word ROCKSTAR to 44222

Jul 13, 2016

Topics: How to pay zero taxes.

- Damien (Parts Unknown) asks about robo advisors and the Motley Fool.

- More athletes defrauded.

- Norman asks is investing in a falling market a good idea.

- Rodion is debt free!

http://scottalanturner.com/show112

Links mentioned on the show:

Athlete's defrauded

Jul 11, 2016

Topics: Eileen (Massachusetts) wonders if she should bail on her pension for a better life.

- Ginger is organizing finances for the first time.

- Live long and proser.

- Tumelo (South Africa) is empire building and needs advice.

- Kevin is switching jobs and asks about pulling money from his emergency fund to pay off his student loans.

- Miguel (McAllen, TX) asks about switching investment advisors.

http://scottalanturner.com/show111

Links mentioned on the show:

MicroFinance in South Africa

AARP Retirement Calculator

Jul 8, 2016

Topics: When should you pay for help?

- Amazon Prime Store Card.

- Kristine is having trouble controlling costs.

- Celeste (Alabama) wonders if her business is worth pursuing.

- Wes (Moscow, Russia) is debt free and looking to create passive income.

- How to make a habit.

http://scottalanturner.com/show110

Links mentioned on the show:

Amazon Card

To get your free guide How To Save $1,000 In One Week text the word ROCKSTAR to 44222

Jul 6, 2016

Topics: How to build a credit score if you don't have one.

- What steps should you take after registering a domain?

- Adam (Austin, TX) earns $140k and is not eligible for a Roth and asks where he can invest for retirement.

- Mike (Petersburg, IL) asks about index funds that pay dividend income.

- Hannah asks does selling an underwater car hurt your credit?

http://scottalanturner.com/show109

Links mentioned on the show:

Fannie Mae Eligibility Matrix for manual underwriting

Rental Kharma

RentTrack

ClearNow

To get your free guide How To Save $1,000 In One Week text the word ROCKSTAR to 44222

Jul 4, 2016

Topics: Bryan (Minneapolis, MN) asks about switching to a target date fund.

- Is it a good idea to sell your car instead of trading it in?

- Gail (Lockport, IL) asks what to do with an annuity.

- Lili (London) needs to know what order to attack goals.

- Kelly (San Francisco, CA) is evaluating 529 Plan options.

- Leeh is debt free!

http://scottalanturner.com/show108

Links mentioned on the show:

Finance for Teachers

UESP Investment Option Asset Allocations Table

To get your free guide How To Save $1,000 In One Week text the word ROCKSTAR to 44222

Jul 1, 2016

Topics: Are you a gambler or an investor?

- Shane (Oil City, PA) is getting frustrated with life and finding a job.

- Is it a good idea to sell your car instead of trading it in?

- The Lone Duck wants advice on selling on eBay.

- Peter (Canada) works part time in finance and wants to change employers.

- Pawan asks about time limitations for investing in Roth IRAs.

- A win from Aubrey (Liberty, TX)

http://scottalanturner.com/show107

Links mentioned on the show:

What is the difference between investing and gambling


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