Talking Cents

177: Millennial Wealth Comeback

Millennials faced several challenges and setbacks early on. But new data suggests a surprising turn! Alec and Teresa are looking into how a generation has improved their financial health and how YOU can take some action steps toward a better financial future!
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176: The Cost of Forgetting

This is the last of a three-part series with Katie Caruthers (@badwitch1126 on TikTok), who built quite a following as she has shared her journey with loss and the things that come with losing a loved one. Katie and I both experienced losing a parent who didn't have an estate plan in place and we're hoping some of our experience can encourage you to get organized and/or help your parents get organized to avoid the chaos we have experienced.

175: The Business of Death

Dealing with loss is hard enough on its own. But then there are the tasks, the seemingly endless list of items that nobody tells you about! Katie Caruthers (@badwitch1126 on TikTok) is with me again to help make a checklist so that if this is something you have to go through, you can be better prepared than we were.

174: Shock & Awe - The Early Days of Loss

Losing a loved one can be hard. And it's so much harder if, amid grief, you're trying to take care of an estate that's in disarray! This is the first episode in a three-part series about dealing with loss and the complications that can come from a lack of planning. To help me out, I've got a special guest, Katie Caruthers, who's gained a following on TikTok (@badwitch1126) sharing her raw experience in dealing with the loss of her mother.

173: The Non-Negotiables

Non-negotiables, uncompromising rules or habits people set for themselves or others, have gained popularity recently, from TV to TikTok. Alec's joining me in this episode as we look at how, in a world of overwhelming choices, some of us find comfort in these self-imposed mandates, especially in the world of finances.
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172: Generational Money Talks

Brian Helms is with me in this episode as we look at how to have the "money talk" between generations. We're taking a look at how to discuss financial matters with aging parents, like retirement and estate planning, as well as financial principles with kids, like saving money and part-time jobs. And it can be awkward at first! But it gets easier over time.
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171: DIY or DI-Don't?

Do it yourself or hire a professional? That's the question we're asking in this episode! If, like me, you don't know a lot about cars, there's no shame in taking it to a mechanic! The same goes for your finances. Alec's joining me as we look at which aspects of financial planning you can DIY and which ones you probably want to get some professional help with.
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170: Financial Fables: Busting the Biggest Money Myths

We're not quite as exciting as what you might have seen in the show MythBusters, but the myths we're busting can keep you from reaching true financial independence! Brandon Barber is with me in this episode as we look at common myths surrounding credit cards, renting, and more. And how busting these myths in your own life can help you make better financial decisions!
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169: I'm Divorced - Now What? Pt. 2

In part two of our discussion on what to do if you're in a divorce, Brian Helms is joining me. We're taking a look at several items you'll want to address like beneficiaries, your estate plan, and changes to retirement and investment strategies. And we'd be remiss if we didn't also talk about taking some time to refocus and heal.
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168: I'm Divorced: Now What? Pt. 1

In this episode, we're wrapping up a three-part series on banking with Lori Melton from First Community Bank. Divorce is hard and navigating the financial challenges that can arise make it even harder. We'll be looking at some action steps you can take with your personal finances.
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