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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: November, 2016
Nov 30, 2016

Topics: Using real estate investment trusts (REITs) to increase your investment returns.

- Who is Steve Aoki?

- Darby asks if it is better financially to rent vs. buy.

- Make extra money by testing websites.

- Rachel is graduating with a mechanical engineer degree and wants to stay out of debt.

- Stacy is moving two steps forward and one step back.

- Sarah found $50 by changing cell carriers and has a delicious snack recipe.

- Paul (Australia) paid off $50k and now has only a mortgage to pay off and asks if he should pay down the mortgage or invest instead.

- Start your own free library.

http://scottalanturner.com/show172

Links mentioned on the show:

Vanguard REIT Index Fund Investor Shares

User Testing

Little Free Library

Nov 28, 2016

Topics: The pros and cons of buying a new home vs. an existing home.

- Allan (Canada) is trying to automate his savings.

- We're moving to Canada too.

- Mark (Plano, TX) asks about financial lessons for kids.

- The real Japanese Housewives.

- Scott (Hobart, IN) has an annuity and would like to pay off some debt with it.

- Chris paid off $17,500 in debt!

http://scottalanturner.com/show171

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Nov 25, 2016

Topics: Things to think about when deciding between buying an existing home or a brand new home.

- Kevin asks about how to become a freelancer.

- Sarah has a family of six and asks about financing for a bigger vehicle.

- Using donor advised funds for charitable contributions.

- I is for ice.

- Stacy (San Antonio, TX) asks to Roth or not to Roth.

- Roberto asks how long before a bankruptcy shows up on a credit report.

- Ashley has two (soon three) kids and can't afford Internet access.

- Krystal paid off $24,285.28 in debt!

http://scottalanturner.com/show170

Links mentioned on the show:

Number one mistake car buyers make

Fidelity donor advised funds

Internet access for low income families

Nov 23, 2016

Topics: Our remodel of a 1950's home.

- Justin is deciding between a 529 plan an an ESA.

- Darby has two savings goals to prioritize.

- Kevin has a question about signing up for a 401(k).

- Mayra and her husband have paid off $37,000 in debt!

- Kevin's wife wants to start a business and wonders about paying taxes and getting deductions.

- Taryn (Honolulu, HI) is deciding between a student loan vs. a down payment on a condo.

- Kevin is looking for a safe place to park his emergency fund and earn money.

http://scottalanturner.com/show169

Links mentioned on the show:

Setting up a sole proprietorship

Compare 529 Plan and ESA

Nov 21, 2016

Topics: We are now landlords.

- Tony (Apollo Beach, FL) has significant assets and is concerned about being sued.

- Dan (Limerick, PA) is 35 and asks how much he should have saved in his 401(k) by now.

- Jesse (San Antonio, TX) wonders if the imperial federal government could someday drain her 401(k) to pay for band uniforms.

- Greg (Seattle) wonders about picking life insurance.

- Wil asks if paying 1% to an advisor is worth it.

- Elaine is struggling with higher rent, a car payment, and credit card debt.

- Dolores with another win.

http://scottalanturner.com/show168

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Nov 18, 2016

Topics: Why you should not prepay funeral expenses.

- Kristin has aging parents who will be meeting with an advisor soon.

- Stephen (Colorado Springs, CO) and his wife are debating how to best use their income.

- Corinne has co-workers who are not happy with her goal of becoming debt-free.

- H is for Haggling.

- Laura's husband is forming a new business and wants to protect himself.

- Nicholas wants to optimize his credit cards.

- Dolores saves $600 on a new vehicle.

http://scottalanturner.com/show167

Links mentioned on the show:

Funerals.org

Federal Trade Commission Funeral Costs and Pricing Checklist

Vanguard Germany

 

Nov 16, 2016

Topics: Do you need a budget?

- Justin (Chippewa Falls, WI) needs a place to save money for his step-son.

- Caleb (Looneyville, WV) is a college student and asks about asset allocation.

- Qoins helps pay off your debt early with the spare change.

- Amanda has $30k in debt consolidation and wants to pay it off.

- Mike (Central Florida) is 50 and asks about investing in an HSA.

- What, me worry?

http://scottalanturner.com/show166

Links mentioned on the show:

Qoins

HSA Testing Period Worksheet

IRA to HSA Worksheet

Nov 14, 2016

Topics: Tips and tricks to getting the most out of your Health Savings Account.

- Bill (Pennsylvania) asks about putting extra money towards a mortgage if he will be moving soon.

- Heather has consolidated debts and can't make her payments.

- Solange shares her financial goals.

- F is for Financial Independence.

- Paul (Down Under) is a money moron and asks if his budget is appropriate for getting out of debt.

- Take chances and get messy.

http://scottalanturner.com/show165

Links mentioned on the show:

Health Insurance Savings for 2017 (Save money on healthcare with HSAs)

 

Nov 11, 2016

Topics: Tips and tricks to getting the most out of your Health Savings Account.

- Fran is 54 and needs to supplement income.

- Leonardo (Florida) has a warning for all landlords.

- Jim (Temecula, CA) might be let go and is deciding what to do.

- Jake (Denton, TX) is deciding on which investment options to pick in a 401(k).

- Take a moment and laugh today.

http://scottalanturner.com/show164

Links mentioned on the show:

Health Insurance Savings for 2017 (Save money on healthcare with HSAs)

 

Nov 9, 2016

Topics: How will you afford your medical bills during retirement?

- Deanna (Seattle, WA) is deciding between saving for a house and retirement.

- Jennifer (Honolulu, HI) is looking for a budgeting plan.

- How should you price your house to sell it as fast as possible?

- Zach (Washington) has to choose between a defined benefit and defined contribution plan.

- Letting go of baggage.

http://scottalanturner.com/show163

Links mentioned on the show:

Health Insurance Savings for 2017 (Save money on healthcare with HSAs)

AARP Healthcare Costs Calculator - http://www.aarp.org/work/retirement-planning/the-aarp-healthcare-costs-calculator/

HSA Search

 

Nov 7, 2016

Topics: You are part of something bigger.

- Rafael (New York, NY) asks about structured derivative products.

- Ray wants to pursue a career in writing.

- Kristen (Hamilton, OH) needs to budget on an inconsistent income.

- Stamp collections as investments.

- Nick is deciding how much house to buy.

- Where confidence comes from.

http://scottalanturner.com/show162

Links mentioned on the show:

Create Your Own Stamps

Self Publishing School

How to budget an inconsistent income

Nov 4, 2016

Topics: Butterflies and BMWs - what is the price of happiness?

- Johnnie (Palm Harbor, FL) asks what percent of your net worth should be in your home.

- Ossie is a college student with $250k in loans she wants to pay off.

- E is for emergency fund.

- Leslie would like my job.

- Matt has access to a Roth 401(k) and asks if a Roth IRA is necessary.

http://scottalanturner.com/show161

Links mentioned on the show:

Benjamin Wallace - The Price of Happiness

Nov 2, 2016

Topics: How much of your take home pay do you live on?

- Kelli can't come up with a downpayment for a townhouse.

- Alicia (Caribbean) wants to start investing.

- Nicholas (Louisiana) is deciding between checking accounts.

- How to save on medical expenses.

- Meremine is about to have her electricity turned off.

- Paul (Australia) is doing what it takes to become debt free.

http://scottalanturner.com/show160

Links mentioned on the show:

Lions' Glover Quin lives on 30 percent of take-home pay, uses rest to invest in future

Save On Medical

Office of Community Services

Utility bill assistance

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