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Hi, Get Beyond Money listeners! Are you familiar with the saying “nothing in life is certain except change?” Well, we are sad to announce that this will be our hostess with the mostess's last episode here at Get Beyond Money. It has been a great journey with incredible guests sharing their best tips and tricks on bettering your financial future. We hope that you have learned useful advice and continue taking the proper steps towards financial freedom. We appreciate you all for listening!

Rochelle Gapere is an Attorney by day and Happiness Coach by heart. She is a thrill seeker, lover of everything good, and passionate about spreading happiness. For the last 5 to 6 years, she has become a hapiness coach where she travels around the world teaching people how to become happier, more fulfilled versions of themselves. Rochelle published her Amazon bestseller 'One Happy Thought at a Time: 30 Days to a Happier You' in 2018. How did she make that transition from Healthcare Attorney to empowering Happiness Coach and Amazon Bestseller? Tune in to this Get Beyond Money Episode to find out! Airpods in, volume up, become the best version of yourself! Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

He's not a businessman. He's a business, MAN. Our Get Beyond Money guest, Alex Quin, built his empire from nothing. It all started flipping products on Instagram and led to him becoming a digital mastermind. Between starting his marketing agency @UADV, education platform @HustleInspiresHustle, and entertainment magazine @ContrastMagazine, he has years of knowledge to share. If you are looking to start your own business and don't know where to begin, tune in to learn Alex's secret recipe on how he did it all. Airpods in, volume up, become entrepreneurs. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Our Get Beyond Money guest, Cynthia Campbell has always loved money. She wanted to know how to grow money and how money works. She's even worked on the Chicago Stock Exchange. Now she's the Chief Experience Officer at Balance, a non-profit company who's mission is to help people grow financially. Balance is a financial wellness partner with Tropical Financial Credit Union. TFCU members are able to get access to financial coaching through Balance for free. Get the driving instructions to building a better financial future. Airpods in, volume up, grow generational wealth.  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Jae Will is a millennial dad of two adorable kids. He's also been unschooling his kids for the past two years. A former Charter School teacher in the Pembroke Pines/Fort Lauderdale area, he decided to quit his job and start on this journey in 2020. Jae also shares his story on his YouTube page. He goes by the name Black Dad. Unschooling is different from Homeschooling. What is unschooling and why would a parent want to take part in it? Jae breaks it all down. If you are looking to have an alternative to traditional education for your kids then this Get Beyond Money episode is for you! Airpods in, volume up, get schooled about unschooling.  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Jennifer Kryshka's a woman with a mission. She's CEO at the Jewish Women's Foundation of the Greater Palm Beaches and is dedicated to educating women and girls on becoming financially empowered. JWF provides programs, financial education, grants and other resources all geared to help women improve their economic status so that they can be in a better financial position in our local community. They even provide training to help women attain skills to get better jobs. Hear how thier free services can assist you! Ladies, are you ready to take your finances to tne next level? Then this episode is for you. Airpods in, volume up, become financially empowered.  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Have you ever wonderd what it would be like to be on Shark Tank? Our Get Beyond Money guest, Nick Sky, is the co-founder of ChangEd App. He and his brother were on Shark Tank and got Mark Cuban to invest in their app. ChangEd is a fintech company that helps college grads pay down student loans and other debt by rounding up their spare change. They have saved people tens of thousands of dollars. This app is available to all Tropical Financial members throughout Miami, Ft. Lauderdale and West Palm. Listen to Nick's incredible story. Airpods in, volume up, hear how ChangEd changes lives.  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Suzette Speaks is an attorney by trade. Over the last few years she has transformed into a "Social-Preneur." She now goes by Suzette Speaks. She's now a YouTuber and successfully hosts "The Suzette Speaks Show". She started locally in Ft. Lauderdale and Miami, but has now grown internationally. How did she do it? Where does she get her content? Social Media? How do you even make money on YouTube? Suzette drops gems on this episode. Airpods in, volume up, listen up! Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Sprinkle me this, sprinkle me that, sprinkle me vegan sweets. This is a delicious episode. Meet Mara Gordon, a Fort Lauderdale resident who started her vegan baking business during the pandemic. Her vegan cookies and desserts have been a hit around the Miami/Fort Lauderdale farmers markets. Learn how she began her successful side hustle all while planning a wedding and working full time. You can do it too! Airpods in, volume up, start your successful side hustle!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Ladies, are you down with CREW? Meet Jaclyn Szerdi, President of Commerical Real Estate Women Fort Lauderalde and Boca Raton also known as CREW. She is a boss babe in the interior design and commercial real estate game. Ladies, this one's for you although men are welcomed too. Do you want to get involved in the commercial real estate industry? Grow your network and your networth. Invest in yourself. Get in with CREW. Airpods in, volume up, become a CREW boss babe!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Miami is home to some of the world's best DJs. There's every genre of music imaginable. With fests like Ultra and Jazz in the Gardens, our music men/women specializing in EDM, Hip-Hop, RnB, Miami Bass, Soca, Jamaican Dancehall and even country. If you love it, someone in South Florida plays it and plays it well. What's it like being a DJ and getting your name known on this vast music-scene? Welcome to DJ Blackout and Two Live Twins' story. These heavy-hitters share thier musical journey. Airpods in, volume up, play it loud! Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

How does one go from being an introvert to a popular guy on the running scene? Simple, by forming a community. Meet Kevin Mason, a South Florida transplant who's passion for running helped him create his own community with no money! He would go to Miami, Fort Lauderdale and all over South Florida just to be with like-minded people. Finally, he decided to create his own running community in the beautiful city of Hollywood, Florida. How did he do it? Air pods in, volume up, lace up those running shoes!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Dan Silverman has been helping people find love in the Miami area since 2006. He sets people up, coaches them on how to meet someone on their own and has been doing so successfully. Yes, that's right, he's a match maker. He actually goes by THE Miami Match Maker. Finding love is hard, finding love in Miami, is even harder. Dan drops bombs on how to truly find love in South Florida. Are you ready for the dating Olympics? Air pods in, volume up, find true love in Miami! Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

So many people dream about becoming their own boss, but very few are able to make the jump. Meet Kassandra Carr, a Fort Lauderdale transplant who went from working in the corporate world to being a boss babe - working for herself. She is enjoying the grind of making that money. A certified public accountant, Carr went from a Big 4 Accounting firm to making her own decisions. Ready to become a boss? Air pods in, volume up, get that boss status!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Fort Lauderdale native, Jarvis Stokes is able to pocket his 9 to 5 paycheck and grow his net worth. How? By investing. He's done everything from stocks to Crypto currency, but has found the best value in real estate. He saved up, bought his first property and has been growing his bank account ever since. Ready to invest like a boss? Air pods in, volume up, gain baller status! Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. 

Big news announced on this episode of Get Beyond Money! Zoe Haugen, Kara Yaquinta and Nicki Bacomo are doing big things. Nothing in life is constant but change. Transitions are exciting and new beginnings can be great. Congrats to Zoe and Kara on making boss babe moves! Welcome to the community Nicki Bacomo! Wow... Adulting is real! Air pods in, volume up, get your Kleenex ready!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Have you been tuning in to Get Beyond Money? Are you an ultimate fan? Meet Ryan Kaufman, a millennial from Davie, Florida who works in real estate, for now. Ryan is serious about his money. He's been listening to the pod since it's conception. He's just one of our Ultimate Fans! Being part of the GBM community has helped him along his financial journey. How? Tune in and find out! Join the movement! Air pods in, volume up, be part of the community!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Community Activist. What does it mean? To Brenda Morrison, President of the Urban League of Broward Chapter's Young Professional Network, it means seeing the needs and concerns of a community being addressed. It's seeing policy put into place by elected officials to help the people who voted for them. It's being an advocate for change.  From a shy immigrant girl to a passionate community activist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Brenda shares her story and how our voices can be instruments of change. What does it take to make meaningful change? The episode is definitely inspiring. Air pods in, volume up, be the voice of change!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Ready to move across state lines? Katrina Boonzaier is a News reporter and anchor who recently moved to Dallas, Texas. A transplant from Weston Florida, Boonzaier, moved from Weston to Gainesville to attend the University of Florida. After meeting her now fiancé in Texas, she decided she would move from Gainesville, for love and a better professional opportunity. As working remotely becomes the norm, more and more people are moving for love and opportunity. How much does it cost to move across state? Boonzaier keeps it 100! Air pods in, volume up, make that move!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Ready to grow your networth? Tollisha Joseph is a networking guru who has been helping people grow their networth for the past 4 years. Founder and CEO of The Official Glue, (IG: @the-official-glue) she knows what it takes to effectively network in Miami and Fort. Lauderdale. She has been helping people get on the “Yes” side of their business and has even been featured on Clubhouse. How do you grow your network and your networth? Tollisha drops gems in this latest episode. Air pods in, volume up, make money moves.  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Ever wonder how to build your side hustle and still have money left over? Kaylei Ibarra aka @KayleiDee and Sharon Reid aka @urbanstatic, founders of The Yard Fort Lauderdale (@TheYardFTL on Instagram) are doing just that. Kaylei is a full-time mom, full-time fitness trainer, full-time spin instructor and Get Lit Ambassador. Sharon is a former film producer, former swimmer, full-time coach, full-time Fitness Trainer, Lulu Lemon Ambassador, and full-time Anti-Gravity Fitness CT Instructor. The Yard FTL, a Fitness Boot Camp by women for women, an outdoor pop workout for women to shake it up! It's a safe space in a crazy world. Tune in to hear how they grow thier side hustle! Air pods in, volume up, get pumped!  Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter. 

How much are you willing to spend to find love in Miami and Fort Lauderdale?Meet Kyle Howard, Recruiter, Florida Gator and oh yeah, Bachelorette Contestant! This hottie opens up about his experience dating in South Florida. From dropping a grand a week on first dates to sipping coffee at a trendy coffee bar, this hottie gives the play by play on the dating game. Gents, get ready to take notes. Ladies, get the insight on landing the perfect eligible bachelor. Follow Kyle on the 'gram at @Kyle_Howard1. It's an instant love connection. Air pods in, volume up, get the rose. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

"A benz, a house and a degree are the old status symbols. The ultimate flex is freedom. Time freedom, location freedom and financial freedom" - Anonymous Status symbol. What does it mean to you? For our guest, Miami Social Media Law Attorney Ethan Wall, it means "the ultimate flex - freedom." A couple of years ago Wall sold almost everything and decided to take his law firm on the road, literally. Hear how he became an adventurous, digital nomad 'experiences new places of the world 30 days at a time.' This guy's got time freedom reciepts! Follow Wall on IG:@EthanWall. How do you define success? Airpods in, volume up, backpack ready. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For more GBM resource follow @TropicalFCU on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

"We rise by lifting others." - Robert Ingersoll Ready to be an advocate of change? It starts with your local community. Guest, Kevin McGill, partner at GMV Law Group LLP, discusses how his experience defending local residents in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale has helped him navigate to becoming a successful attorney and allowed him to give back to the community. It's a feel-good vibe that will inspire you to become an influencer for justice. Check out McGill's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-s-mcgill-77135187/. Volume up, Airpods in, hearts open. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBM resources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

"We don't make dollars we make money moves..." - Cardi B. Ready to make boss money moves? Start right now. Guest Juan Luna, VP and Partner Company Relations Director at TFCU, shares some insider tips on making it happen. Investing, credit cards, building wealth it's all here. Airpods in, volume up. Take notes and leave reciepts. We'll have you making boss money moves by the end of the episode. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBM resources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.

Where are all the investors at? Wondering how our guest Adam used bagels to invest in himself and his future? Yes you heard it, Adam is giving away all his secrets on how his bagel business has opened the doors to investing for the now and later. Whether you're new or experienced listen to his story because like a bagel, there's a flavor for everyone! Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Calling all first time homebuyers! Ready to settle down and get into your own property? There's no better feeling than having the ability to paint the walls whatever color you want or throw down any flooring you have your eye on. However, how do make the switch from renting to buying in a crazy market full of cash-only buyers? We are sitting down with Tabatha Cirgenski aka @Mrs.RuizNow , a home buyer herself to get all the details. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Calling all entrepreneurs! If you're starting your own business there's a lot that goes into it beside blood, sweat, and tears. What about money? It can be hard to juggle building a brand while budget at the same time which is why we are sitting down with Montce Swim's CEO, Ali Grief, to get a first-hand take on the in's & out's on money and business. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

How much are you paying per month on the gym? Going to the gym can be super expensive. Between cycle classes, yoga classes, and a general gym membership affording all of those things can be tough. If your goal is to do it all we are here to help. We sit down with, Sammy, aka @Sammy.Bfit on the best ways people can juggle maintaining their fitness as well as their wallet. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Does anyone even buy anything if they aren't earning rewardsanymore? Earning rewards one credit card purchases is great, but don't go overboard on purchases just to earn them. In this episode, we sit down and talk about smart ways to earn rewards (like travel and food!) and some tips on how to effectively use them in order to pay down those balance. Did someone say debt free? We weigh in with special guest, Hannah, also known as @HannahColson_. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Are we really saving money working from home? It may feel like we aren't spending that much while being cooped up in the at-home office, but that may not necessarily be true. According to CreditCards.com, households are spending on average $108 more per month. We debunk the truth with special guest, Lauren, aka @WorkingMomMagic. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quiz to see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBM resources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

How much do you spend on take out and iced coffee runs? Take out, food delivery, and coffee runs are the norm now days, but does anyone take into account how expensive it can be? Don't forget to budget for the tip, delivery fees, and the amount of times a week we find ourselves at a coffee shop (like Starbucks) or on UberEats. We are weighing in on budgeting for it all with local Fort Lauderdale/Miami food blogger, Alejandra, or otherwise known as @FtLauderdaleFoodies. Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Money is stressful now, more than ever. In our very first episode our hosts Kara & Zoe dive into the who, what, why, when, and how of the GBM podcast. What would the first episode be without talking about the debt you got into in your early 20's? Head over to www.getbeyondmoney.tropicalfcu.com/get-beyond-money-quizto see how much you could stop losing and start saving. For even more GBMresources follow @Tropicalfcu on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.