- 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.
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