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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: March, 2019
Mar 21, 2019

Numbers don’t lie. People lie and manipulate numbers, but numbers don’t lie.

- Millionaire Story - Beth shares her path to financial independence at age 40

- Health alert - Kale rejoins the 'Dirty Dozen' list as one of the most contaminated with pesticides.

- Red Alert Warning - more phone scams to be aware of.

Listener questions:

- Explain the pro-rata rule when doing a backdoor Roth IRA (Marjorie)

- What do you think of the new Betterment Advice service (Gandolf)

- I keep getting in and out of debt (Marjorie)

- Where is a good place to put my tax money from my side hustle (Becca, Indianapolis)

- What can I do about my landlord harassing me (Patricia)

Resources/links:

Betterment Advice Packages - https://www.betterment.com/advice-packages/

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 20, 2019

There are lots of money myths we’ve all believed. But most people have fallen for some of these money saving myths too.

- Burger King launches $5 coffee service.

- A radio host busted for a $20M Ponzi scam

- Kaitlyn shares what her dad taught her about money

- Be wary of former washed-up celebrities pitching financial products

Listener questions:

- Is a second mortgage better than PMI (Dylan, Baton Rouge, LA)

- What is considered a 'low' expense ratio (Carter, Warner Robbins, Georgia)

- How can I get my 26-year-old on the envelope system (Daisy, Delaware)

- Help me understand my 403(b) plan (Mason, Las Vegas, Nevada)

- Should we borrow $20,000 to adopt a child (Liam, WA)

- Should I be pushing my kids to go to college (Bethany, Orlando, FL)

- Is it ok to get a company match on 401(k) when paying off debt (Pam, Atlantic City, New Jersey)

- I inherited some stock and can't decide if I should sell it (Phoebe, Topeka, Kansas)

Resources/links:

Collge Scorecard - https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 19, 2019

What are three reasons people choose the career they do, and what questions should they be asking instead.

- My friends got to stay in a $1M house on the lake. For free. Find out how.

- Kayla shares the lessons she's learned about money.

Listener questions:

- I missed a couple credit card payments, how will it affect my credit score (Lucas, Ann Arbor, MI)

- What's wrong with YNAB (Ava, Maine)

- Can I get out of a car loan I co-signed for my brother (Jack, Columbia, South Carolina)

- Is the debt avalanche or debt snowball better to pay off $22,000 of debt (Gavin, Nebraska)

- What debts should I pay off with my tax refund (Lisa, Anchorage, Alaska)

- Car buying tips before I go car shopping (Owen, Cheyenne, WY)

- The contractor for my back deck isn't doing the work (Hannah, Ft. Worth, TX)

- Are separate accounts for married couples normal (Reece)

- Can I start an HSA if I'm self- employed (Yoda)

Resources/links:

House of Falling Embers, by Krystal Jane Ruin - https://www.amazon.com/House-Falling-Embers-Krystal-Jane-ebook/dp/B07GKMQQXJ

Trusted housesitters - https://www.trustedhousesitters.com

http://www.espn.com/blog/tennessee-titans/post/_/id/25994/how-two-nfl-players-sweet-tooths-made-them-hands-on-business-owners

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 14, 2019

Studies show not pretending to be rich raises your status in life. Who knew?

- Kara saved $33K for retirement in 4 years (without making more than $50K)

- What new cars can you get a deal on right now

- Why so many NFL players go broke

- Are you investing with a firm that got fined by the SEC?

Listener questions:

- My bank accounts were cleaned out by a scammer and now I have to start over (Nancy)

- My bank wants to move me to a managed investment account (Han Solo)

- Are there short term fixes for a credit score if I'm buying a house soon (Brandi, MA)

- How can I lower my insurance premiums. My 16-year-old is getting his license. (Chenell, Jacksonville, FL)

- When do you decide to keep stock options (Doug)

- Are there credit card hacks that are easy (Nathan, San Antonio, TX)

Resources/links:

- https://www.amazon.com/Rebel-Talent-Pays-Break-Rules/dp/0062694634

- https://www.sec.gov/news/press-release/2019-28?mod=article_inline

- https://247wallst.com/special-report/2019/03/11/cars-americans-dont-want-to-buy-4/

https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2019/03/07/why-so-many-nfl-and-nba-players-go-broke

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 13, 2019

Too many people have fallen for the myth that interest and dividend income is the best way to fund early or normal retirement.

- How to avoid overdraft fees

- Dog food marketing tricks

Listener questions:

- Are dividends a good strategy for income (Brady)

- Should we take a 401(k) loan to pay off debt (Sofia, Sioux City, IA)

- Can I get out of my car lease (Haley, Yonkers, NY)

- My kids won't spend money (Ian)

- What type of home insurance is best (Luis, Bridgeport, CT)

- I have 20% down for a house, should I get a 15 or 30 year loan (Owen)

- Are ETFs or index funds better (Taylor, Seattle, WA)

- I've got an $8,000 medical debt that is in collections (Destiny, Fresno, CA)

- Are CDs good for short term savings (Elia)

Resources/links:

- https://www.forbes.com/sites/wadepfau/2017/04/18/should-retirees-use-a-total-return-or-income-portfolio/#5f4bf80c5e96

https://www.schwab.com/resource-center/insights/content/retirement-income-strategies-total-return-approach

http://www.fsegn.rnu.tn/documents/Dividend%20policy.pdf

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/modigliani-millertheorem.asp

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 12, 2019

Parents who give everything to kids are taking away from them some of the most important things in life.

- Your friends’ social media posts are making you spend more money, researchers say

- Travel hack - TripIt app

Listener questions:

- Should I buy an extended warranty for a dish washer (Loren, Grey Eagle, MN)

- Can anyone join a credit union (Don, Reading, PA)

- How can I find a job if I have a felony record (Trav)

- What's a reasonable amount to borrow for a car (Isabelle, Savannah, GA)

- What amount of money is good for opening a savings account (Elijah, Mobile, AL)

- Should I borrow to grow my business (Keira)

Resources/links:

- https://www.washingtonpost.com/us-policy/2019/02/19/your-friends-social-media-posts-are-making-you-spend-more-money-researchers-say/?utm_term=.4daf976f9f19

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 7, 2019

How much money can people save on their insurance with a better credit score?

- Do you have enough insurance to protect your valuables?

Listener questions:

- I really don't understand money (Eva, Arizona)

- Should I stick with my advisor or DIY (Brett)

- Are HVAC contracts worth the cost (Taylor, Macon, Georgia)

- Is it ever good to lease, like for equipment (Kylie, Maui)

- What should I be aware of when hiring a moving company (Lily, Virginia)

- Which used car should I buy (Steph, Australia)

Resources/links:

Free Credit Score from Discover - https://www.discover.com/free-credit-score/

https://www.insurancequotes.com/home/home-insurance-and-credit

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 6, 2019

One financial leader was yelling at the TV about another financial leader giving bad advice. Who is right when experts disagree?

- Update on our real estate empire (ha!)

- Is there a retirement crisis or not?

- Success Story - Clay is no longer living paycheck to paycheck.

Listener questions:

- What is the process for getting a CFP (Melissa)

- What is your opinion on mortgage payoff schemes using lines of credit (Michael, Winnipeg Canada)

- My investments aren't growing like I would like (Wayne)

- Can you get 12% in the market (Pete, Alberta, Canada)

- Is the Amazon store card worth it (Kara)

- I have $4,000 due on a delayed payment credit card (Heath, Washington, DC)

- Can I file an extension to pay the taxes I owe (Makenzie, San Francisco, CA)

Resources/links:

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 5, 2019

What is financial infidelity? Discover what it is, how to prevent it, and the importance of overcoming it.

- Car loan defaults are at an all time high and it's a bad situation

- Why do some people get so much more done than others?

- Well Where Did My Money Go is paying out fines. Again.

- Millionaire Success Story - Guy, UK shares how he did it in 15 years.

Listener questions:

- Advice on the plan to pay off my debts (Jessica, Alabama)

- What if I can't get into a specific investment because of the minimums (Anthony)

- I've paid off $19,000 of student loan debt (Rory)

- I'm a single mom with student loans and limited time (Lynn)

- Whose advice should I listen to for guidance (Shaun)

Resources/links:

https://nypost.com/2018/01/22/millions-of-americans-keep-this-secret-from-their-partner/

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

Mar 1, 2019

Did you know having tough conversations about money can lead to having more money?

- Comparing gold to the stock market and which you should invest in.

- Warning about Social Insecurity for all young people.

Listener questions:

- What budgeting software can reconcile accounts (JoAnne, Texas)

- How do you pick from an employer's retirement options (Lilly, Arizona)

- What are the reasons for not paying off a mortgage early (Vanessa, San Antonio)

- What things I should consider between a condo and townhouse (Dawn)

- Is enrolling in PSLF a good idea (Holly, Destin, FL)

- What one thing would you say led to your success the most (Brent, Vancouver, Canada)

Resources/links:

https://nypost.com/2018/01/22/millions-of-americans-keep-this-secret-from-their-partner/

FREE How to Save $1,000 This Week: https://goo.gl/AUdUCu

FREE Audio Book of 99 Minute Millionaire - https://goo.gl/tu8bZM

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