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Build Your Marriage and Grow Your Net Worth

Creating an Extraordinary Marriage with Financial Intimacy

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Think you can avoid money fights by not talking about it? Learn and use these conversation starters to develop financial intimacy, get on the same page with money, and have an extraordinary marriage! 

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Financial Intimacy and Marriage

Normally people associate intimacy with physical or emotional, but a long-lasting marriage takes more. you two can connect with intellectual activities, spiritual moral values, having fun and relaxing, and yes, financial intimacy.

If you been listening to the show for a bit, you know that the money itself is usually not the issue, but a symptom. To a degree, once the bills are paid, how we spend or use money is a reflection of our priorities.

It’s all connected.
And we neglect or ignore talking and working through things, our marriage can suffer.

What if you’ve been married for some time, can you turn things around? Not only fix your finances but become more open as a couple.

Fortunately, Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo are on the show to share their story and help make things easier. They’re the dynamic duo behind One Extraordinary Marriage where they explore developing a stronger marriage.

In this episode we get into:

  • the challenges Tony and Alisa faced with debt
  • how they started those conversations about money
  • creating a system with their family finances they’re both happy with

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Building Your Marriage and Financial Intimacy

Looking to connect as a couple with money and more? Here are some wonderful resources to get you started!

Jumpstart Your Marriage and Money Course

Want to give your marriage and bank account a boost? Pick up Jumpstart Your Marriage and Money course.

Jumpstart focuses on the big wins including earning more. Get LIFETIME access to a four-week course design to help you:

  • Stop fighting about money and create a budget that you BOTH LOVE
  • Automate your money
  • Pay off your debt faster
    Plus more!

You can get lifetime access here!

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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Journey to Financial Independence

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Want to retire early, but your spouse isn’t ready? Learn how Jamila and her husband got on the same page with financial independence and saved over $80,000 last year! 

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Getting on the Same Page with Financial Independence

You’re making a good income, but… you’re not getting anywhere. It’s frustrating.

Somehow, though, maybe through this podcast, some personal finance sites, or books, you’ve started running the numbers.

While there would certainly need to be some changes, you can see a path forward. You can get out of debt, save more, and invest towards retirement. Maybe even retire early.

But there’s just one problem.

It’s not just about you. You’re in this with your spouse. And you’re not quite sure how to get them on board.

As you heard at the top, today’s guest Journey to Launch founder Jamila has been down this path.

In this episode, we get into:

  • how she and her husband first handled their money and paid down debt
  • discovering financial independence and winning him over
  • how they work together with money and created a system that respects both their styles

Hope you enjoy!

Want to hear about another couple who worked out their differences? Check out my interview with Tai and Talaat from His and Her Money.

We discuss how they dumped their debt even though they are financial opposites!

Working Towards Financial Independence

Special thanks to Jamila. Connect with her on Twitter and Facebook and learn more about their journey.

If you’re looking to get ahead with your finances as a family, here are more resources to check out!

Jumpstart Your Marriage and Money Course

Want to give your marriage and bank account a boost? Pick up Jumpstart Your Marriage and Money course.

Jumpstart focuses on the big wins including earning more. Get LIFETIME access to a four-week course design to help you:

  • Stop fighting about money and create a budget that you BOTH LOVE
  • Automate your money
  • Pay off your debt faster
    Plus more!

You can get lifetime access here. 

Music Credit

Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

Big News!

I also have some big news to share – Couple Money is a finalist for a Plutus Award in the “Best Family Finance Blog”!

The Plutus Awards are basically the Oscars for independent financial publishers.

We won last year and which was amazing. And I was thrilled to hear we were nominated again. The category has some wonderful sites including:

I think they’re all fantastic resources. If you haven’t already, please check them out!

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Living the Life You Want with the Money You Have

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Looking to get off the treadmill and finally dump your debt? Learn how you can set your money to win and reach your goals faster! 

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Have you ever been frustrated with your money? I know when we were first starting out, there were times where I felt like we knew where we wanted to go, but we weren’t making the progress we hoped for.

Or maybe you’re looking at that big pile of debt and it looks like it’s impossible to tackle with the income you have.

Perhaps you’d love to retire early, but it’s such a far off goal.

Live Save Spend Repeat

Kim Anderson has been there. She’s the creator of Thrifty Little Mom and the author of Live Save Spend Repeat.

She and her husband Cressel have been tackling some big dreams, including living a debt free life.

In this episode we get into:

  • Why Kim prefers  cash over credit
  • the changes needed to pay off $90k in 2 years
  • why and how she and her husband are creating the life they want

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Simplify Your Finances and Dump Your Debt

Tired of being in debt? Here are some resources to help you dump it.

Free 5 Days to $5K Course

I’m offering a free email course to help you boost your income. It’s called 5 Days to $5K. It’s launching Monday and it will walk you through how to save, find, and make more money. 
Hopefully, you can use that money to pay down debt, grow that emergency fund, or maybe have it launch your own side hustle. 

You can sign up here!

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Get lifetime access now!

Music Credit

Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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How to Launch a Profitable Side Hustle in Less Than a Month!

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Want to make extra money to help you pay down debt or explore a new career? Chris Guillbeau shares how to launch a profitable side hustle in 27 days!
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Give Yourselves Margin with a Side Hustle

One of the biggest objections to not saving or paying down debt I keep hearing is
“We don’t have any extra cash.”
Makes sense. If you don’t have any extra cash, it’s hard to pay down that debt or build and emergency fund.
Typically there are few ways you can save money on your expenses or negotiate better deals with certain bills like cable or insurance.
But sometimes it’s not just a spending issue. 
It’s an earning one.
After spending 40 hours or so working,  you’re not necessarily looking to take a second job and being tied down to another fixed schedule for so-so pay.
So is there a way for you to earn more on the side? Perhaps tapping into one of your talents?
And what if that income stream can give you margin or a buffer so you can finally grow your emergency fund, knock out some of that debt, and maybe explore a new career? How would you feel then?
Excited? Thrilled? Ready to go? Or are you a bit skeptical and tired of the hype you see online about side hustles?
Let’s be real. If it was really that easy to drum up such an income stream, then most people would be all over that.
However, that doesn’t mean it’s not doable. It means you have to be smart about the time you invest when launching.
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Chris Guillbeau, author of Side Hustle from Idea to Income in 27 Days, is here to share his expertise and story. 
In this episode we get into:
  • why a side hustle can be a wonderful option
  • how you can start one in less than a month
  • why and how a sustainable side hustle can also build your legacy

Hope you enjoy!

If you want to hear another episode with a side hustler, please check out my interview with Nick Loper. He’s the founder of Side Hustle Nation and the author of several books.

Resources to Launch a Profitable Side Hustle

If you’re looking to start or build a side hustle, here are some resources to check out:

Free 5 Days to $5K Course

I’m offering a free email course to help you boost your income. It’s called 5 Days to $5K. It’s launching Monday and it will walk you through how to save, find, and make more money. 
Hopefully, you can use that money to pay down debt, grow that emergency fund, or maybe have it launch your own side hustle. 

You can sign up here!

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Get lifetime access now!

Music Credit

Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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How to Deal with Depression and Debt Together

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Debt can be an enormous burden for many couples. Learn how you two can work together and get the resources you need to deal with depression and debt. 

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Fighting Debt and Depression as a Couple

This episode is part of the Suicide Prevention Awareness Month blog and now podcast tour in partnership with Debt Drop.

This is a heavier than normal topic, but I’m afraid too many people and couples suffer in silence. My focus today is giving you some jumping points and ideas.

You two can then discuss them and work out what’s best for you.

I want to clear upfront – I’ve never had to deal with depression and debt, but I’ve dealt with both.

I remember clearly the anxiety and stress I had over debt.  Sleepless nights trying to figure which bill to pay with a limited income.

I’ve had periods in my life where depression robbed me of joy.  There was no specific trigger, but it was a win to get out of bed some days.

That said – I am not a medical professional.

I just want to share some encouragement and tips that have helped me and others. 

Resources to Fight Debt and Depression

If you two are looking for resources to not only knock down your debt but take care of yourselves, here some to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Get lifetime access now!

Music Credit

Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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How Whitney Hansen Paid Off $30,000 in Less Than a Year

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Feeling trapped at a job because you’re dealing with debt? Find out how you can pay off your debt faster. Whitney Hansen shares how she eliminated $30,000 in less than a year! 

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Paying Off Debt Faster

My guest today, Whitney Hansen, knows all about that desire to have more options and less debt. Today we’ll get into:

  • why motivated her to fast track paying off her student loans
  • how she was able to get rid of $30,000 in less than a year
  • what first steps she suggests if you want to be debt free sooner than later

Hope you enjoy!

Want to hear more from Whitney? Connect through her awesome podcast The Money Nerds, Twitter, and Instagram! 

Resources to Help You Get Out of Debt

Tired of being in debt? Here are some resources to help you dump it.

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes fromJumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.

This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Get lifetime access and bonus videos on retiring early and paying off your mortgage faster for $27!

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime.

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Early Retirement Hacks: Big Wins Through Tiny Habits

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Can you really have big wins from changing tiny, but key habits? Learn the critical key steps Chris Reining took to retire at 37!

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Big Wins Through Tiny Habits

Going for the big wins is smart.

Too many times, though, those big wins mean big changes and for most, it’s enough not to move.

But what if I told you there are certain tiny changes that can have a huge impact?

Today’s guest Chris Reining has made those tiny habits stick and he’s been able to retire at 37!

In this episode, we get into

  • what pushed him to change his habits
  • how he was able to slash his expenses without feeling he was missing out
  • his system to build wealth

You can connect with Chris on his site, Facebook. Don’t forget to grab his free investment guide.

Hope you enjoy!

Want to hear another interview about retiring early? Check out my episode with Liz from Frugalwoods. Liz shares how she and her husband fulfilled their dream to live on a homestead in their 30s!

Early Retirement Links and Resource

If you want to learn more about early retirement, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.  This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Music Credit

Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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How Invested are You in Your Marriage and Money?

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Ready to reboot your marriage and money? See how Travis and his wife paid over $100,ooo of credit card debt together! 

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Investing in Your Marriage and Money

Imagine you had to come clean to your husband or wife about how much debt you were in. Everything looks fine, but you’re barely keeping your head above water.

Travis found himself in this exact situation. Handling the numbers, he had to tell his wife that they had $109,000 of credit card debt!

What would you do if you were him? What would you do if you were her?

Resources on Dumping Debt Together

If you two are ready to pay off your debt, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from Jumpstart Your Marriage and Your Money Masterclass.  This self-paced course is designed to help you get on the same page with money, dump your debt faster, and build wealth as a team.

Music Credit

Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

 

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Mastering Your Small Business Finances Even If You’re a Busy Entrepreneur

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Ready to launch or grow your business? Learn how you can master your small business’ finances even if you’re a busy entrepreneur!

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Small Business Finances

Whether you have a business or preparing to start one, you know that it takes quite a bit to get things rolling.

Not only do you have to work on the front end- so to speak  – producing the product or service you’re selling, but you also have to be smart about the back end stuff. One key component? Finances.

Quite simply getting the money squared away makes sure you’re actually running a business and not an expensive hobby.

I shared a little bit of my story in past episodes, which I hope gives a glimpse of what to expect. However, it’s limited to my own business which may be different from yours.

I know someone who has the breadth and depth of skills and can show you the ropes.

Today small business coach and author Sylvia Moe Inks is on the show to share her knowledge. We’re going to discuss:

  • the biggest mistakes small business owners make (& how to avoid them)
  • creating a system to make taxes much easier
  • a tool to cut down on the back and forth of emails

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Gain Control Over Your Spending

If you two are ready to start or grow your business, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from partners like Personal Capital. Easy to set up & easy to use. You can have all your investments, income, and expenses all pulled into one place.

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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How to Identify Your Spending Triggers and Control Emotional Spending

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Has your wallet taken a hit? Are you ready to stop the money leaks? Find out what your spending triggers are and how you can fight back on today’s show.

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Fighting Emotional Spending

Last week I mentioned how you can reboot your finances with one simple trick – track your spending on a daily basis.

One of the biggest reasons we break our budget is overspending. There are cases of major purchases killing our savings, but more common are impulsive buys we make that on their own aren’t too bad, but when combined can empty our savings account and can cause us to feel stressed out.

Harris Interactive found around 53% of people they surveyed admitted they made purchases to celebrate an occasion.

On average, an  American adult has $4,717 of credit card debt yet 63% of Americans do not have enough in the bank to cover a $500 emergency.

Does any of this sound familiar?

Chances are if you’re listening to this podcast you’re looking to do better. So how can you break the cycle?

Tarra Jackson, also known as Madam Money is here to share her story.

In this episode we get into:

  • how she knew she had a spending problem
  • the triggers that pushed her and how she began fixing them
  • resources to that helped her and which you should look at together

Hope you enjoy!

Resources to Gain Control Over Your Spending

If you two are ready to fight those spending triggers, here are some resources to check out:

Thank You to Our Partners

Support for this podcast comes from partners like Personal Capital. Easy to set up & easy to use. You can have all your investments, income, and expenses all pulled into one place.

Did I mention it’s free? Why don’t you give Personal Capital a try today?

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Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. Additional music by Lee Rosevere  and Logan from Music for Makers in this episode.

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