Joel Parker from the Financial Freedom Community reveals all of his personal finance knowledge and tips so you can get ahead, pay off your debt, and achieve Financial Freedom. Discover how you can change your life, stop living paycheck to paycheck, and begin to focus on your friends and family. Stop…
Joel Parker: Financial Freedom Partner, Finance Guru, and Financial Advisor
We are hanging out with Chuck Jaffe. He's an award winning journalist and is the author of three books including “Getting Started In Finding a Financial Advisor”, “The Right Way to Hire Financial Help” and “Chuck Jaffe's Lifetime Guide to Mutual Funds”. Chuck can also be heard as the host of the Money Life Podcast.… The post [HTFF FAVORITE] Trade or Treat & Gifting Stock Shares with Chuck Jaffe (Money Life) appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Today we are chatting with Andrew Kerr. Andrew worked in residential and small commercial banking for nearly 7 years, but knew that it wasn't his passion. Because of his financial success in real estate investing, he was able to pursue his true passions — nonprofit work and traveling the world. Andrew is the founder of… The post How To Lower Your Housing Costs With House Hacking Andrew Kerr (FIbyREI.com) appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Timeline: 00:23 – Jason Butler's Bio 02:52 – What was your aha moment? 08:04 – How did you stay motivated during that dark time of your life? 09:27 – What are your side-hustles? 11:40 – The T-Shirt Side Hustle 17:23 – Selling on eBay Side Hustle 22:14 – Freelance Writing Side Hustle 29:06 – Who is… The post [HTFF FAVORITE] Side-Hustling with Jason Butler (TheButlerJournal.com) appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Today we are chatting with Stephanie McCullough. Stephanie is a financial advisor and the founder of Sofia Financial. She founded Sofia Financial with the goal to empower women to make wise financial decisions, address their areas of money stress, and free up their time and mental energy to spend on the things that are truly… The post Are Our Brains Wired To Spend More with Stephanie McCullough (Sofia Financial) appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Today we are hanging out with Lindsey Ralston. Lindsey is the writer and personal finance guru behind Big House In The Woods where she teaches the masses to Save Like a Millionaire. She and her husband have been debt-free AND mortgage-free since they were 25. They saved their first (extra) $180,000 before they were 30,… The post How to Save More and Spend Less with Lindsey Ralston (Big House In The Woods) appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Today we are hanging out with Lindsey Ralston. Lindsey is the writer and personal finance guru behind Big House In The Woods where she teaches the masses to Save Like a Millionaire. She and her husband have been debt-free AND mortgage-free since they were 25. They saved their first (extra) $180,000 before they were 30,… The post Avoiding Lifestyle Inflation with Lindsey Ralston (Big House In The Woods) appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Today is a big day! It is the official launch of Hustle to Financial Freedom and the accompanying podcast. Find out why the big change and what it means for you on today's episode. Resources & Links: Hustle To Financial Freedom Online The post Welcome to Hustle to Financial Freedom appeared first on Hustle to Financial Freedom.
Today we are chatting with Tela Holcomb. Tela began trading in 2009 and went on to double her retirement in 8 months and retire from her “9 to 5” by the age of 29. Today Tela trades full-time while sharing her knowledge at TelaHolcomb.com Timeline: 00:44 – Intro 01:12 – Tela’s Financial Freedom Journey 05:25... The post [FFC FAV] Swing Trading the Stock Market with Tela Holcomb (TelaHolcomb.com) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Jonathon Verhaeghe. Jonathon is a Belgian personal finance blogger & podcaster with a unique approach to life & investing. He believes we’re all weird in our own way, so we might as well embrace it. Jonathon has lived in Norway, Luxembourg, France & Belgium and holds a Masters in Science... The post Decluttering with Jonathon Verhaeghe (Joney Talks) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Gabe Kaplan. Gabe is the Founder of Wealth Habits, a fee-only financial planning firm located in New York Metro Area. Wealth Habits provides virtual financial planning services and investment management to rising professionals and business owners across the country. Gabe primarily works with clients that are financially motivated, place a... The post Investing in Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) with Gabe Kaplan (Wealth Habits) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Rich Kammer. Throughout Rich’s life journey he has had the opportunity to do a plethora of things, from Real Estate Agent to American Idol contestant and so much more! Today Rich is the host of the Budgets & Brews podcast, which combines two of Rich’s favorites, finance with a special... The post Your Credit Score and Credit Report with Rich Kammer (Budgets & Brews) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
About Misty Lynch Misty Lynch is a Certified Financial Planner™, Certified Life Coach and Financial Advisor at Beck Bode, LLC. Misty is also the host of the radio show and podcast Modern Money with Misty Lynch on Boston’s WRKO AM680. Misty helps people handle their money with confidence for the betterment of their life, family... The post Year Long Spending Freeze with Misty Lynch (Modern Money) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with David Auten and John Schneider. David and John have over 30 years of combined experience in finance and are more commonly known as the Debt Free Guys. They specialize in and are the only gay couple talking about money and the queer community. They blog over at DebtFreeGuys.com and can... The post [FFC FAV] The Financial Nuances of the LTBTQ Community with David Auten and John Schneider (Debt Free Guys) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
On Today’s episode we have an amazing guest! We are spending time with award winning blogger and author Lauren Bowling from FinancialBestLife.com. Lauren shares the story of how she paid off $8,000 of debt in only 90 days. We also chatted about helping your shopping addiction and how debt consolidation might save you money. Get... The post [FFC FAV] Paying Off $8,000 of Debt in 90 Days with Lauren Bowling appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Steve Stewart. Steve has hosted 3 different finance podcasts, but his knowledge comes from first hand experiences. He has paid off over $165,000 in debt including his house. In this episode Steve is sharing what he learned on his Journey so you can implement it as well. Timeline: 00:23 – Steve Stewart’s Bio... The post [REPEAT] Debt Free Including Your House with Steve Stewart (SteveStewart.me) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Bobbi Olson. Bobbi was raised poor and believed her situation was hopeless. “I can’t afford it” was Bobbi’s motto, and she immediately excused any offered solutions as overwhelming or unattainable. Bobbie learned that changing the way she thinks about money and disciplining herself to manage it, was the only way... The post Getting Out of Debt with Bobbi Olson (Centsable Chat) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Doc G. Doc G is a physician who discovered financial independence and semi-retired from medicine to write and podcast. You can catch Doc G every Monday and Thursday on the Earn & Invest Podcast. Timeline: 00:42 – Intro 01:01 – Doc G’s Financial Freedom Journey 06:00 – Thinking About... The post Turning Your Hobby and Passion Into Your Job with Doc G (Earn & Invest) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
We are hanging out with Chuck Jaffe. He’s an award winning journalist and is the author of three books including “Getting Started In Finding a Financial Advisor”, “The Right Way to Hire Financial Help” and “Chuck Jaffe’s Lifetime Guide to Mutual Funds”. Chuck can also be heard as the host of the Money Life Podcast.... The post Trade or Treat & Gifting Stock Shares with Chuck Jaffe (Money Life) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Harrine Freeman. Harrine has appeared on ABC, Fox, and CBS and been featured in several major publications, including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, US News and World Report, Time, and many more. She is the creator of the best-selling book, How to Get Out of Debt: Get an “A” Credit... The post Finances Within the Black Community with Harrine Freeman (H.E. Freeman Enterprises) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Naseema McElroy. Naseema was making six figures for years as a Labor and Delivery Nurse but still found herself struggling with money. Finally realizing she couldn’t out-earn her financial ignorance, she knew she had to make some changes. By shifting her mindset around money, being consistent and intentional, she paid... The post Paying Off $1,000,000 of Debt with Naseema McElroy (Financially Intentional) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Melinda Davis. Melinda is a Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, and the founder of Davis Wealth Advisors. Before starting Davis Wealth Advisors, Melinda found herself working with a financial advisor that didn’t have her best interest in mind. As a result Melinda is passionate about providing transparency, education... The post Financial Planning with Melinda Davis (Davis Wealth Advisors) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Caroline Vencil. Caroline is a penny pinching master. Her family spent 4 years living off $17,000 per year. She is a self-described frugalista, hippie, and mom. Caroline inspires others to live fully and budget fiercely at CarolineVencil.com. Timeline: 00:43 – Intro 01:28 – Caroline’s Financial Freedom Journey 05:10 – Living... The post Best Of: Living on $17,000 a Year with Caroline Vencil appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Kelsa Dickey. Kelsa is the Founder and Financial Coach behind Fiscal Fitness Phoenix. What began as a side hustle for Kelsa over a decade ago has grown into a business that helps hundreds of clients every year gain clarity, purpose and peace of mind with their money. Four years ago,... The post Financial Coaching with Kelsa Dickey (Fiscal Fitness Phoenix) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Andrew Fichter. Andrew was your typical American stuck working from a cubicle every day. But he wanted more and decided to give it all up for an opportunity to be happier. Andrew inspires others to change their life at the blog, Shift Upwards. Timeline: 00:55 – Intro 01:20 – Andrew’s... The post [REPEAT] Build a Better Life with Andrew Fichter (Shift Upwards) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Dennis LaVoy. Dennis is CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation (CFP®) and a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®) and founder of Telos Financial, a holistic financial planning firm. Dennis has worked in the financial planning industry since 2008 and is passionate about helping others achieve their goals. He lives in Michigan with... The post Buying Life Insurance with Dennis LaVoy (Telos Financial) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Brian Brandow. Brian last appeared on episode 20 where he shared how he and his family paid off over $100,000 in debt. Since changing his financial life he has taught his three kids how to handle money and avoid the mistakes he made. Today Brian has turned into a... The post Teenage Finances with Brian Brandow (BrianBrandow.com) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Adam Carroll. Adam is an internationally recognized speaker and author. He is a two-time TED talk speaker, with one of his talks surpassing 5 million views, creator of the documentary film, Broke Busted & Disgusted and the founder of The Shred Method. Adam is also the host of The Build... The post Blast Away Your Debt and Create Freedom & Flexibility with Adam Carroll (The Shred Method) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Scott Maderer. After struggling with their own financial habits, Scott and his wife Carrie, changed their financial life and paid off their debt in 2009. Since becoming debt free Scott and his wife have started a coaching business, Inspired Stewardship, to help others who are struggling to live out their... The post Finding Financial Support with Scott Maderer (Inspired Stewardship) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Scott Maderer. After struggling with their own financial habits, Scott and his wife Carrie, changed their financial life and paid off their debt in 2009. Since becoming debt free Scott and his wife have started a coaching business, Inspired Stewardship, to help others who are struggling to live out their... The post Finding Your Calling with Scott Maderer (Inspired Stewardship) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Steven Donovan! Steven is a financial coach and the man behind the Even Steven Money Blog. After some early financial stumbling blocks, Steven paid off over $100,000 in personal debt in just 5 years. Now, Steven is sharing what he learned with others to help them get out of... The post From a Mercedes-Benz to A Thrifted Bike with Steven Donovan (Even Steven Money) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Jenn Walker Wall! Jenn is the founder of Work Wonders Careers and is the co-host of the Making Life Work Podcast. Before founding Work Wonders Careers Jenn worked in HR and hiring at MIT, Harvard University, and Massachusetts General Hospital. As the founder and Career Strategist of Work Wonders... The post The Career Journey with Jenn Walker Wall (Work Wonders Careers) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Todd Tresidder. Todd went from net worth $0 to self-made millionaire in 12 years and “retired” early at the age of 35. Todd previously served as a hedge fund manager of a $20 million+ portfolio and continues to actively invest in publicly traded markets today. You can find Todd sharing... The post Your Values and Your Finances with Todd Tresidder (Financial Mentor) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Travis Hornsby. Travis is the founder of Student Loan Planner, where he dedicates his time to helping individuals find ways to save money on their student loans. Timeline: 00:44 – Intro 01:55 – Travis’ Story 04:20 – Different Strategic Approaches to Student Loans 09:41 – Loan Forgiveness 20:07 –... The post Student Loan Forgiveness & Refinancing with Travis Hornsby (StudentLoanPlanner.com) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Melissa Thomas. Melissa is a financial coach, the author of the book Building My Yellow Brick Road: Life Lessons from Pursuing a Dream, and the blogger behind MelissaTheCoach.com. But before doing all of that Melissa hit financial rock bottom in 2009 and slogged her way to successfully paying off over... The post Living an Intentional Life with Melissa Thomas (MelissaTheCoach.com) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Tela Holcomb. Tela began trading in 2009 and went on to double her retirement in 8 months and retire from her “9 to 5” by the age of 29. Today Tela trades full-time while sharing her knowledge at TelaHolcomb.com Timeline: 00:44 – Intro 01:12 – Tela’s Financial Freedom Journey 05:25... The post Swing Trading the Stock Market with Tela Holcomb (TelaHolcomb.com) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Ericka Young. Ericka and her husband paid off nearly $100,000 of debt in the first 5 years of their marriage. After paying off her debt Ericka went to Nashville to train with Dave Ramsey and his team to become a financial coach to assist others in getting out of... The post Manage Spending & Goal Setting with Ericka Young (Tailor-Made Budgets) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Jenny and Jimmy. Jenny and Jimmy are the bloggers behind LivingLifeLovingUs where they share their story along with budgeting tips, culinary creations, and health and fitness advice Jenny and Jimmy together have paid off $120,000 of debt in less than 24 months. Timeline: 00:44 – Intro 01:13 – Jenny &... The post Planning for a Newborn & Lowering Your Expenses with Jenny & Jimmy Carroll appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Andy Hill! Andy and his wife are completely debt free, including their mortgage. They have also increased their net worth by $800,000. Andy is the man behind the Marriage, Kids and Money blog and podcast. Timeline: 00:44 – Intro 01:08 – Andy’s Financial Freedom Journey 08:22 – The Budget... The post Your Family & Your Money with Andy Hill (Marriage, Kids and Money) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Andrew Fichter. Andrew was your typical American stuck working from a cubicle every day. But he wanted more and decided to give it all up for an opportunity to be happier. Andrew inspires others to change their life at the blog, Shift Upwards. Timeline: 00:55 – Intro 01:20 – Andrew’s... The post Build a Better Life with Andrew Fichter (Shift Upwards) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Miranda Marquit. Miranda is a nationally-recognized financial expert. She is a panelist on the Money Tree Investing Podcast, co-founder of Adulting.tv, and the blogger behind Planting Money Seeds. Timeline: 01:03 – Intro 01:35 – Miranda’s Financial Freedom Journey 06:30 – How you can start investing? 22:45 – What should you invest... The post Easy and Inexpensive Investing with Miranda Marquit (Planting Money Seeds) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Dustin Heiner. Dustin has spent over 8 years mastering the art of real estate rental properties. Today Dustin earns over $100,000 annually from his real estate investments alone. Dustin is also the man behind the Master Passive Income blog and podcast where he shares his story and helps others create... The post Real Estate Rental Properties with Dustin Heiner (Master Passive Income) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Timeline: 01:43 – Is there a such thing as Financial Freedom for “poor people”? 05:09 – We have been approved for a $500,000 to buy a house, but we aren’t sure if we can afford that large of a mortgage payment. What would you do? 08:22 – How do I date on a budget? Resources... The post Financial Freedom for “Poor People” appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with David Auten and John Schneider. David and John have over 30 years of combined experience in finance and are more commonly known as the Debt Free Guys. They specialize in and are the only gay couple talking about money and the queer community. They blog over at DebtFreeGuys.com and can... The post The Financial Nuances of the LTBTQ Community with David Auten and John Schneider (Debt Free Guys) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Timeline: 01:35 – What is the difference between a savings account, a checking account, and a money market account? 04:30 – I gave my friend my debit card to buy something at a basketball game. When they came back they told me how much was in my account, meaning they went to an ATM and... The post Long-Term Effects of Bankruptcy appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are talking with Shannon Mclay. Shannon is the author of ‘Train Your Way To Financial Fitness’ and her own blog Financially Blonde. Shannon is the founder and CEO of the Financial Gym where she helps people become financially fit. Shannon is a contributor to AOL, LifeHacker, Huffington Post, US News & World Reports,... The post Getting Financially Fit with Shannon Mclay (Financially Blonde & Financial Gym) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Caroline Vencil. Caroline is a penny pinching master. Her family spent 4 years living off $17,000 per year. She is a self-described frugalista, hippie, and mom. Caroline inspires others to live fully and budget fiercely at CarolineVencil.com. Timeline: 01:01 – Intro 01:46 – Caroline’s Financial Freedom Journey 05:28 – Living... The post Living on $17,000 a Year with Caroline Vencil appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Timeline: 01:28 – I have a MasterCard and a Visa card. How important is it, to get a Discover and an American Express card? 05:26 – The company I work for is showing signs they are struggling and might be going out of business. What can I do? 07:46 – Should I pay off my... The post Discover, Amex, Visa, MasterCard, Oh My! appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Timeline: 01:14 – My fiancé and I are getting married in December and we are still short $7,000. We make $80,000 per year and our expenses are $1,500 per month including $600 for rent and $500 for a car payment. How can we get the money we need? 05:29 – My employer won’t pay overtime... The post Invest or Pay Off Debt appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are chatting with Chris Miles. Chris is the “Cash Flow Expert” and is a leader in helping people quickly create cash flow and build lasting wealth. He has appeared in US News, CNN Money, Bankrate.com and is currently the host of The Chris Miles Money Show. Chris also runs Money Ripples where he... The post Increase Your Cash Flow with Chris Miles (Money Ripples) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Timeline: 01:11 – I have the opportunity to take over a timeshare for free, would you? 04:22 – Everyone laughs at me when I say I want to save and buy a car with cash, what do you say? 07:40 – I just did my taxes and I cannot afford how much I owe, what... The post Getting Timeshares, Owing Taxes, and Buying New Cars appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.
Today we are hanging out with Eric Rosenberg. Eric is the mastermind behind the blog and podcast Personal Profitability. He started his blog in 2008 as a side hustle and left his full time job in 2016 to pursue it as a full time career. On his blog and podcast Eric shares how you can... The post Make Money Doing What You Enjoy with Eric Rosenberg (Personal Profitability) appeared first on Financial Freedom Community.