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Special Episodes
Finding the Best Money System as a Couple with HoneyFi
Looking to stay on top of your money together without a complicated system? Learn how you can win with money and how HoneyFi can help you dump your debt and build wealth together!
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Finding Your Best Money System as a Couple
Ramy Serageldin and Sam Shultz had different ways they were managing their money. You’ll hear in just a bit their systems and how it changed.
Like many couples, they wanted something simple.
But unlike most of us, Ramy, Sam, and their partner Joe Stanish decided to do something about it.
I met them last year in San Diego about an idea they were working on and now it’s an app.
These three co-founded and publically released HoneyFi last month- a new money app designed for couples.
I don’t usually do profiles of FinTech companies, but I thought HoneyFi’s situation was relevant because the app is based on a very real challenge couples have – how do you find a way to manage your money that you’re both happy with?
So I’m grateful that they’re sharing today what worked and hasn’t for them. We’ll talk about few cool features, but more along how you can apply these ideas with your own money chats and dates.
In this episode, we’ll go over:
- getting started and comfortable about money as a couple
- setting things up so you still have some fun money
- working together to reach your shared and personal goals
Hope you enjoy!
Resources to Budget Together
Do you two want to get on the same page with budgets? Here are some helpful resources mentioned in the episode and more.
- Try out HoneyFi
- The Total Money Makeover: Classic Edition: A Proven Plan for Financial Fitness
- Real Life on a Budget: 17 Practical Challenges to Live and Thrive on a Budget
- Why We have Joint AND Separate Accounts
- Six Tips for Newlyweds to Manage Finances
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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Balancing Marriage and Entrepreneurship with Millennovator
Millions of Americans want to start a business, but where do you begin? Entrepreneur and start up co-founder Will DeShazo shares how you can find the right gig along with balancing marriage and entrepreneurship!
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Finding Balance with Marriage and Entrepreneurship
We’ve had a quite a few shows about being a happily married entrepreneur I’ve been sharing my ups and downs working from home.
I’ve also interviewed couples who are running a business together like Justin and Rebekah Rhodes with Abundant Permaculture, couples who ventured on their own career paths like LaTisha Styles who explained how she and her husband successfully support each other.
And hearing them, you get this sense that’s they’re well-oiled machines. Things working out.
But what about that beginning stage?
How does a side hustle fit in with your current job and your marriage?
In this special episode Millennovator co-founder Will DeShazo and I discuss:
- how you can start earning some cash while exploring career options
- the framework that will help you find the right gig
- opportunities for you to give yourself a raise at your current position using a side hustle
Hope you enjoy!
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Resources for Entrepreneurs
Want to become an entrepreneur? Here are some more resources to check out!
- LaTishaTV on Facebook
- Your First $500
- Launch by Jeff Walker
- The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich
- Launching a Business as a Creative Entrepreneur
- Developing a Money Making Hobby
- Starting and Building a Side Hustle with Fiverr
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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Planning a Weekend Getaway? Grab these Travel Apps!
Ready to take a last minute getaway or weekend trip? Use these travel apps and get the best deals!
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Travel Apps and Sites to Bookmark for Your Weekend Getaways
There are more sites than ever for travelers. Besides snagging last minute deals on popular tourist spots, you can also discover some awesome destinations.
- Airbnb: If you want to live like a local, Airbnb can help you find a bed or whole house for your next trip. We used the site when we went away for an anniversary trip and had a beautiful riverfront apt in Wilmington, NC for a fraction of the price of a hotel.
- Priceline: I’m a huge fan of their Name Your Own Price feature, which has helped us score plane tickets, hotel rooms, and car rental half off the advertised prices.
- Better Bidding: Speaking of bids, there are forums and sites online that can help you figure out what it will take to your bid accepted.
You might also want to keep an eye for flash deals with airlines like Southwest where you can score huge discounts on flights to select cities.
Apps to Help Score Great Deals and Keep Organized
With smartphones everywhere, apps have been developed to help travelers. Download these apps to help you get the best deals and explore your destination.
- Localeur: (iOS only) Locals share some of their favorite spots in 14 major U.S. cities.
- TripIt: With two kids in tow, I love have one app to handle and organize all of the travel arrangements.
- Hopper: If you like to double check the deals on flights, Hopper is great. The app analyzes tons of flight prices and can suggest when it’s a good time to purchase ticket.
- Hipmunk: An all in one solution where you can find last minute deals and book them.
Even though you might not think of it as a travel app per se, GasBuddy can tremendously helpful if you’re taking a road trip.
Thoughts on Weekend Getaways
I’d love to hear your ideas and stories. What has been your favorite getaway destination?
What has been your most recent travel deal you’ve taken? What travel apps are your favorite for planning?
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How to Use Money Fights to Strengthen Your Marriage with Jayson Gaddis
Stressed out over your money fights? Learn tactics to help strengthen your marriage and become smarter about how you approach finances as a couple!
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Money & Fights as a Couple
Jayson Gaddis, relationship psychotherapist and creator of The Smart Couple Podcast, is here to offer up ideas and tactics you two can use in your marriage.
In this episode we get into:
- why you shouldn’t avoid fights
- how to start opening up with finances and more
- how your friends can push you to be better and more engaged in your marriage
Hope you enjoy!
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Resources on Marriage Fights & Finances 
Want to learn more and become more productive with your money dates? Here are some resources to check out:
- 10 Agreements BEFORE You Get Into An Argument With Your Partner
- Mastering the Money Talks as a Couple
- Use The Power Of Community To Improve Your Marriage
- Three Toxic Habits to Stop When Talking About Money
- Love, Money, and Secrets: How to Be Open with Your Marriage and Finances
- Common Pitfalls Couples Make with Money Chats
- Admitting to Your Spouse That You’re in Debt
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?
Support for this podcast also comes from Divvy Investments. If you’re looking for an easy way to help keep your portfolio on target for retirement without having to link your accounts to yet another service, check out Divvy.
Listeners can get a 10% discount; use the coupon code, “Couplemoney”.
Sign Up for the $20 Date Night Challenge
If you’re looking for inspiration, encouragement, and a fun contest, join in on our $20 Money Date Challenge in this month! Each Friday I share some date night ideas you two can do that should cost no more than $20.
We also have a contest where you can win cash. It’s easy to sign up and join!
Support Charity: Water
Want to give more this year? Please join Sarah Li Cain, myself, and a few awesome ladies in media with a campaign we’re running to help provide clean water. We’re working with Charity: Water on it and if you’re not familiar with their model, 100% of your donation will go to clean water projects. You can get all the details and donate here!
Music Credit
Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. I also want to thank Lee Rosevere for music in this episode.
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How to Launch Your Business as a Couple
Looking to launch a business together? Learn how Nellie Akalp and her husband built their business, eventually sold it for millions, and started another one!
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Launch a Business Together
Launching a business can be stressful. Having a partner can alleviate some of the stress as you’re sharing the load, but what if your partner is also your spouse? Can you find a way to stay happily married and run a business?
Nellie Akalp and her husband have done it not once, but twice. They celebrated their 20th year anniversary with her husband and business partner. The couple started their first business in 1997 with $100 in their small apartment living room. Eight years later that business was acquired by Intuit for $20 million.
Instead of retiring early, they got back into the industry in 2009 with the launch of CorpNet, which they run today helping entrepreneurs.
Nellie is here to chat about marriage and business. We’ll get into:
- how they launched a business with a single page website
- working together as entrepreneurs and spouses
- resources she recommends for those ready to make the leap
Hope you enjoy!
If you want to hear about another couple working together in business, please check my interview with Justin and Rebekah Rhodes. They’re all about sustainable living and are about to head out on the Great American Farm Tour!
Subscribe to Couple Money Podcast via iTunes, Stitcher, or copy this link to use with a podcatcher of your choice. You can also find me hanging out on Twitter and Facebook!
Resources on Starting a Business
Want to learn more? Here are some resources to check out:
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Simon Sinek – Start with Why
- Boost Your Income with Side Hustles
- Being Productive as a Work from Home Parent
- 79 Side Hustle Business Ideas You Can Start Today
- Launch by Jeff Walker
- The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich
Sign Up for the $20 Date Night Challenge
If you’re looking for inspiration, encouragement, and a fun contest, join in on our $20 Money Date Challenge in this month! Each Friday I share some date night ideas you two can do that should cost no more than $20.
We also have a contest where you can win cash. It’s easy to sign up and join!
Support Charity: Water
Want to give more this year? Please join Sarah Li Cain, myself, and a few awesome ladies in media with a campaign we’re running to help provide clean water. We’re working with Charity: Water on it and if you’re not familiar with their model, 100% of your donation will go to clean water projects. You can get all the details and donate here!
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?
Support for this podcast also comes from Divvy Investments. If you’re looking for an easy way to help keep your portfolio on target for retirement without having to link your accounts to yet another service, check out Divvy.
Listeners can get a 10% discount; use the coupon code, “Couplemoney”.
Music Credit
Like the music in this episode? Our theme song is by Gentle Regime. I also want to thank Lee Rosevere for music in this episode.
Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | RSS | More