Money in the Morning

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Bobbi and Joe share some big updates on their businesses and their plans for 2021. The hosts also discuss why they have decided to take a sabbatical as hosts of Money with Friends, and what to expect next from the podcast.

We end our countdown of the events of 2020 with news back on October 22nd of another tragic death. Actor Chadwick Boseman had passed away before that date, but in late October we learned that he'd died without a will, even though he knew his condition was terminal for some time. We'll talk estate planning on today's rewind show with Adam Carroll (Build a Bigger Life podcast) on today's episode.

Our countdown of the year's biggest moments continues. Today we roll back to October 16th, when Farnoosh Torabi (So Money Podcast) joined us to talk about the election. What moves should you have made before the big day? Of course, we found out that the answer was "None," but we'll let you listen in on our advice at the time...

Back in May, we were worried that AirBnB might be on the ropes. Talk about a turnaround. Now, AirBnB finishes the year with one of the hottest initial public offerings of 2020. We'll go back in time to earlier this year and listen to our thoughts on AirBnB hosts as we first approached summer.

Bobbi and Joe look back at some of the most memorable episodes of the past year. Back in March, we thought the economic impact on the jobs market would be much shorter than it turned out to be, but our hopes for the stock market's resilience were on target.

Joe and Bobbi look back at some of their most memorable episodes from the past year, beginning with one co-hosted by Julian Saunders of Rich and Regular, recorded in early February just as we were beginning to hear about Covid-19.

Is there the perfect year to be debt-free? One Shark Tank shark thinks so, but a financial planner in a recent CNBC piece feels otherwise. What about debt, investing, or retirement rules of thumb? We'll ask the creator of Clever Girl Finance, Bola Sokunbi, her thoughts (and boy, does she have some!) on today's episode.

At year end LOTS of families may think, "Let's just have some food delivered." These services are on-trend but not often in the budget when you add all those fees. Bobbi and Joe explain why the cost gets inflated so much when food is delivered, and share specific solutions on how to lower the costs.

Now that legislators have agreed on a new stimulus plan, it is time to find out who will benefit and how much relief is coming. Bobbi and Joe break it down and share their advice.

What started off as a few months of "not traveling" has stretched nine on for nine months. TONS of us now have learned the process for cancelling trips and have rescheduled flights. But now the question looms for 2021: with a vaccine on the way, do you cancel travel or rebook? We'll tackle a recent piece that dives into this topic on today's show.

Bobbi and Joe wrap up the week that was by sharing their highlights from episodes on everything from gift card scams and luxury splurging to student loan debt changes. Plus the hosts answer a listener question on the best place to put retirement money after a 401(k)'s pre-tax limit has been hit.

A recent CNBC piece details student loans by age group with some shocking numbers (especially among older people). We'll share the numbers AND talk about strategies to pay down debt, whether you're a borrower or employer, on today's show. Adam Carroll, the creator of the CNBC documentary Broke, Busted, and Disgusted on student loans joins us with his perspective. Enjoy!

The Federal Reserve meeting yesterday was expected to be met with disapproval by the stock market because of their expected "dovish tone." What the heck is a dovish tone? Why does a Fed meeting matter? We won't have the outcome (we recorded yesterday), but YOU'LL know what to look for when you hear about the Federal Reserve in the future because we'll outline lots of the terms and consequences with the host of the Build a Bigger Life podcast, Adam Carroll.

If things are going well for you this year, you may be feeling that pent up urge to splurge. Lifestyle and shopping expert Amy E. Goodman joins us to share her advice on when it is okay to spend big on a luxury item. She'll share the story of her own splurge and why it was worth it.

Gift cards are in the news...and not for any good reason. Lifestyle journalist Amy E. Goodman joins us to tackle the latest tricks that scammers are using to help separate you from your hard earned cash. We'll cover how the scams work and tricks to keep yourself and your wallet safe this holiday season.

Good news for people who are lucky enough to have a job...LOTS of companies are working hard to distribute bonuses this year. That brings up two questions: 1) how the heck are companies able to give bonuses and WHY would they work hard to do it; and 2) If you're lucky enough to be on the receiving end of a bonus what do you do with it? We'll share our strategies for better bonus savings and more on today's podcast.

Joe and Bobbi share their highlights from the previous week, and what to watch for in the week ahead. Plus, in our listener question segment they share their advice on the best ways to get to your financial goals.

It sounds like the start of a horrible joke. A woman walks into the bosses' office during a horrible pandemic while lots of people are out of work. But, it isn't a joke, and maybe you SHOULD ask for more money. Farnoosh Torabi joins us on today's show to discuss a recent USA Today headline tackling this very topic...but not in a way that Farnoosh necessarily agrees with. We'll talk about points of view, when to ask for money (and when to avoid the topic) and more on today's episode!

Between them, "I need food now" delivery service DoorDash and "I'd rather sleep in someone's house than a hotel" service AirBnB are expected to have initial public offerings this week bringing in more than $80B. What the heck is an initial public offering? How does it work? Should I pay attention? We'll solve ALL of these questions with the host of the So Money podcast, Farnoosh Torabi on today's show!

A few weeks ago Tesla was introduced as the newest company to enter the S&P 500. What does that mean? How does a company get chosen to be in this index? What does "indexing' even mean? We're super excited to dive into individual stock investing and also how investments work with Bola Sokunbi from Clever Girl Finance.

Bobbi and Joe share listener's take on this year's unique holiday shopping season and add in their advice and tips. Plus highlights from the week that was, and what to look out for in the week ahead.

The Netflix series Queen's Gambit has chessboard manufacturers high-fiving themselves after sales of the ancient game's board and pieces have become some of the most sought-after items this holiday season. What does this have to do with you and your plans? Today we collaborate with Jason Harris, head of ad agency Mekanism (and the author of the hit book The Soulful Art of Persuasion) to talk about momentum, the value of luck, putting your best foot forward, and other lessons.

Generally museums don't enter the high priced and sometimes high stakes world of art auctions, but lately that hasn't been the case. Today we collaborate with the head of Masterworks.io, Scott Lynn, to find out exactly why museums are moving front-and-center, and also why artwork is moving toward an asset class that more people are using to diversify their portfolio.

On this weekend's show, Bobbi and Joe answer a listener question about how HSA's (Health Savings Accounts) work and share their highlights from the week that was, along with what we'll be paying attention to in the week to come

We remind you often NOT to rely on the government to accomplish your financial plan, and that applies today more than ever. In the next few months seven government programs to help people through COVID-related issues are set to sunset. From student loans to evictions, Bola Sokunbi from Clever Girl Finance will help us detail all of them and what you need to think about to make it through what could potentially be a rough few months ahead.

2020 has been a tough one. But our friends still sent us a lot that they are thankful for when it comes to money, family and so much more. We hope you enjoy this special Thanksgiving episode and enjoy the holiday.

Singer, songwriter, actor, entrepreneur and now noted philanthropist Dolly Parton is back in the news, as she's helped the world with a BIG breakthrough. We'll share her success AND dive into what that has to do with you on today's show!

Bobbi and Joe share their highlights from the past week and get everyone ready for next week. Plus our listener question of the week: earliest money memories.

Discount store Costco is rolling out a new perk for the champaign and caviar crowd in our audience: private jet service. Why are we talking private jets on the show? We'll talk about the value of your time, running a cost/benefit analysis, not comparing yourself to others, and so much more. Thought leader Adam Carroll from the Build a Bigger Life podcast joins us!

Hit cranker-outer Taylor Swift's masters from her time with Big Machine have been sold again. You may remember that last year Swift was livid because her masters had been sold to someone other than her. Today we'll talk about influence, surrounding yourself with the right people, reading contracts, and more with thought leader Adam Carroll, host of the Build a Bigger Life podcast.

The coronavirus pandemic is changing our shopping habits- but the good news is that many of them will work in favor of consumers. Shopping and lifestyle expert Amy E. Goodman goes through how things will be different this year and shares strategies to make the most of the changes.

Shopping and Lifestyle expert Amy E. Goodman joins us to discuss the social media buzz around the challenges newly elected members of congress are facing getting a wardrobe together for their new jobs. Great tips on how all of us can upgrade our wardrobe to look our best whether it is for a new job, or for the growing number of zoom meetings!

Superheroes are just like us! Before he became a mega-star in the "Justice League" Jason Momoa had trouble paying his bills and struggled financially just like so many parents facing career challenges. Bobbi and Joe share their advice on getting through your money slump and back into your groove. 

Bobbi & Joe reveal their favorite moments from the past week, get you ready for what you should watch next week, and answer a listener question on our biggest money lessons. 

Some experts predict that all of the election uncertainty will create a lot of uncertainty down at the local mall as well. We'll talk about why people are considering NOT spending and also what you might want to think about before making a big purchase this holiday season.

Bobbi and Joe share their favorite takeaways from last week's episodes and get everyone ready for next week. Plus a complicated question about blended families and what you can do if money you think you are entitled to- is going to be left to someone else. 

Are you stressed out about today's election? You're not alone. No matter who you plan to vote for, there plenty of change coming. Grant Sabatier joins the show to discuss the different reasons behavioral economists say are causing all this panic.. as well as the best ways to control the stress- and avoid making investment decisions you regret later on. 

Legislators from both parties are behind some potentially big changes that could impact retirees as well as student loan borrowers. Bobbi and Joe fill you in on what and when this could all be happening. 

Bobbi and Joe discuss listener concerns about payday loans and explain the dangers, as well as when they can be useful. Plus their highlights from last week and a preview of what you need to know for the week ahead. 

A recent Marketwatch piece describes a new app allowing shoppers to earn rewards that fund their IRA. Can you shop your way to a fortune? Bola Sokunbi from Clever Girl Finance tackles this topic with Joe, and their takeaways might not be what you'd expect.

As real estate markets stay hot, more buyers are skipping the home inspection. Why might this not be a good idea and what could be the fallout? Bola Sokunbi from Clever Girl Finance joins Joe to talk homebuying on today's show!

Financial advisors are starting to become more mainstream, even for younger people. Author David Bach shares his insights on the trend, and answers listener questions about how and when to get a financial advisor. 

Credit scores are at historic highs despite the fact that the world is enduring a pandemic. Guest co-host David Bach explains the reasons, and answers listeners questions. 

Do you even know what Quibi stands for? Joe Saul-Sehy didn't.. and neither did a lot of people. That's just the first of endless problems with the startup that raised $1.7 billion on the hopes that Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman were onto something big- with their small content. 

Joe and Bobbi share their advice for a listener who wants to know where the best place to put their retirement money, their favorites moments from last week and get listeners ready for the week to come. 

With tuition costs skyrocketing and campuses in COVID-19 disarray, it's clear the nature of higher education is quickly changing. Today Joe's joined by Adam Carroll, creator of the student debt crisis documentary Broke, Busted and Disgusted, to talk about how Google, of all companies, might be pushing the envelope on how people think about higher education. 

Chadwick Boseman, who's played iconic characters like James Brown and Jackie Robinson, and who was the star of Black Panther, died without a will. We'll share details and what you can do to make your estate plan work better on today's show, featuring Adam Carroll, host of the Build a Bigger Life podcast. 

Lifestyle and shopping expert Amy E. Goodman joins us with details on The Good Place star Kristin Bell's Happy Dance CBD products and why some celebrity business ventures hit and why so many miss. 

Lifestyle and shopping expert Amy E Goodman joins us to share her takeaways from Amazon prime as well as tips for getting what you want at the best price- and how things are different this year when it comes to holiday shopping. Plus a big chocolate giveaway!

Apple has unveiled its latest lineup of iPhones but some of their decisions have come under fire. Bobbi and Joe share highlights and tips to help you make the best decision.