Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
401k Savings Rates Are Going Up (What's Going On?!)
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
401(k) Savings rates are at an all-time high - so what's going on, and what do we think about this? ...
7 Cashflow Milestones Worth Celebrating
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You like self-assessing, knowing you’re on the right track, and celebrating those small wins along...
How to Handle Social Security in Early Retirement
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"How should I deal with social security in early retirement? I'm planning on retiring at 45, so I wo...
Is It Okay to Retire with a Mortgage?
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"My Dad is set to retire soon but isn’t sure he should pay off the house first. With 250k left at ...
Are Boomers Hoarding Wealth? (How to Do It Right)
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no surprise that the media is manipulative - with politics, finances, and more. They want to ...
How to Catch Up for Retirement When You're Older
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Budgeting vs. Cash Flow Management: What’s the Difference?
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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3 Ways to Retire Early (That You Might Not Know About)
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of people want to retire early - or they at least want the option to. So how do you do it? Her...
"We're About to Be Millionaires - Can We Reduce Our Savings?"
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"We are on track to be liquid millionaires in 1 year at ages 38 and 37. Can we reduce our reti...
1 in 3 Young Adults Are Making This Housing Decision (Is It a Mistake?)
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"My wife and I both work full time and are currently living with her parents to save up for a ...
How to Choose Between Competing Financial Priorities (Determining the Winner)
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are other things that play into what you do with your money besides math. And that’s where p...
"I'm Buying a House in 3 Years - Should I Stop Investing?"
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"If I have a house down payment money in the market currently and I’m looking to buy a house...
Should You Upgrade Your House Before You Sell?
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"So I’m saving for a new house, should we do any upgrades to our current house to get more o...
How to Election-Proof your Finances
05 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does the upcoming election have an impact on you financial life? We'll walk you through that quest...
Will I Ever Feel Ok Spending Money for Fun?
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"What are the goals after Step 9? Also, at what step can you consider fun money?" We'll wa...
Should I Sell My Assets to Pay Off Credit Card Debt?
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Im 24 years old - how can I approach my 13k credit card debt? I have roughly 30k in assets. I was t...
Are Financial Advisors Worth It? (The Truth Finally Exposed!)
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Personal finance is personal, and so are financial advisors. We walk you through everything you need...
Is Retiring Early Really Worth It?
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm 42 and want to retire early at 45. I’ve stress-tested my plan and everything looks okay, but ...
Should I Stop Investing to Save for a House?
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"How long is it acceptable to drop my retirement contributions to save up for a home? Is 2 yea...
4 Signs You’re Saving Too Much for Retirement
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We're all for aggressive retirement savings. However, it’s important to acknowledge that there’s...
How to Build an Emergency Fund the Right Way
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm on Step 4 of the FOO and it’s feeling like this may take many many months, if not a year to j...
I Drained My Emergency Fund - What Do I Do Now?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I have had to tap into my Emergency fund. I still have roughly 1.5 month of expenses still in savin...
5 Financial Decisions That Changed Our Lives (And Can Change Yours, Too!)
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about five of the most impactful financial decisions we made that changed our li...
Is It Ever Okay to Break the 20/3/8 Car Buying Rule?
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I’m self-employed and the vehicle I drive is 100% work-related. I’m not trying to buy anything ...
Are You Ready to Retire Early?
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"We're planning to retire early, starting in about 10 years. We want to pay off our home before earl...
Everything You Know About the Rich Is WRONG!
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would it surprise you to know that a lot of what you've been told about the rich is likely wrong? In...
I’m ONLY Getting My 401(k) Match - Is That Enough?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get asked all the time about how much you should invest in your 401(k). Is just getting your empl...
Is Home Ownership Really a Good Investment?
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Is home ownership really a 'good' investment? What does building equity even mean? Is renting...
Secret Investing Strategies of the 1% (That Even YOU Can Do)
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wealthy Americans have tools to build wealth that everyone isn't aware of, and they may not be what ...
Is the Economy DOOMED? (And What to Do About It)
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I keep hearing that they economy is going to crash, that I'll never own a home, and that retirement...
"Should We Sell Our House to Pay Off Student Loans?"
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Should we sell our house to pay off our student loans? We are in our 30s, no retirement or savings,...
Millionaire Mission EXCLUSIVE Sneak Peek!
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've got a special treat for all of you podcast listeners! Here's an EXCLUSIVE sneak peek of Brian'...
Can I Afford My Dream Home? (I’d Have To Break Some Rules…)
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"We want to buy our dream house, but we'll have to go past 25% gross income to do it. Are we allowed...
How to Financially Prepare for a Baby
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Why Americans Are Actually Broke! (2024 Edition)
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Americans might be bad with money, but you don’t have to be. With a bit of education, discipline,...
How to Turn YOUR Side Hustle Into a Business!
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I started a side-hustle a few years ago. It has been extremely successful, especially just in the p...
Can My Wife Become a "Stay-at-Home Mom?"
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Do you have any parameters for determining whether my wife can become a stay at home mom? Income wo...
Are You On Track to Becoming a Multi-Millionaire? (Don’t Miss These Important Milestones!)
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over the years, we’ve given you a lot of different “milestone” markers to help keep you on tra...
"We Make $250k - What Should We Do Next?"
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"My wife and I make $250k a year at 26 years old, and we have lost the ability to put money into our...
Should You Pay Cash or Finance for a Car?
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"How would you guys decide whether to finance or buy a car in cash? We’re 37 years old and o...
The Dark Side of Being an American Millionaire! (2024 Edition)
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’ll walk you through the top 4 problems that people think will disappear when you become ...
The #1 Financial Regret of Americans (And How to Fix It)
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We recently found out that the number one financial regret of Americans is not saving early enough f...
Are You Paying WAY Too Much for a House?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Average 401(k) Balance by Age (2024 Edition)
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you doing better than the average American at saving in your 401(k)? We'll talk about basics of ...
What Should I Do If My 401(k) Sucks?
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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We’re FINALLY Going on Tour!!
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've got a special announcement for the Money Guy family today...we're going on tour, and here's ho...
Top 5 Wealth Killers in America!
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're talking about 5 of the biggest wealth-killers you might face in 2024, and what you can ...
What's Considered "High-Interest" Debt in 2024?
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm turning 40 soon and just discovered the FOO. What debt interest percentage is considered high i...
I Feel So Behind Financially! (How Do I Catch Up?)
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I found you guys recently and am realizing that I need to make some changes. I'm 37 and feel so beh...
Should We Use Retirement Money to Buy a House?
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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"We Lost Over HALF Our Income! What Should We Do Now?"
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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"Should I GIVE UP Trying to Buy a House?"
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm 32, school counselor, make approx. 65K. Homes here are around 400-500K. Does it even make sense...
Financial Planning 101 (By Age) - The Complete Guide to Financial Success
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Throughout every decade, there are different areas of your financial life that come in and out of fo...
Should I Make My Wife Work Longer?
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Is it wrong of me to quit my job and expect my wife to keep working? My wife and I are on track to ...
"Should I Sell My Nvidia Stock?"
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I have one stock that is on a tear (Nvidia). It is now 25% of my retirement picture. Should I sell ...
How Real People Become Millionaires (None of That Social Media Hogwash)
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You might think that becoming a millionaire is only possible through side-hustles, becoming an entre...
I Just Got Laid Off! What Now?
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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"I'm Saving 60% of My Income - Should I Stop?"
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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How to Become a Millionaire By Age (2024 Edition)
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What do you need to be investing to become a millionaire? In this episode, we’ll discuss the four ...
Best Financial Advice for Entering Your 30s!
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We do a lot of technical advice on the show, especially in our “By Age” episodes. But sometimes ...
What are Some of OUR Financial Mistakes?
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I know that Brian shares some of his missteps fairly often. What are some of the financial ch...
A Beginner’s Guide to Investing in 2024
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a lot of new audience members that are just starting out with their money. We’ve also ...
You HAVE to Do This Before You Retire!
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm transitioning to retirement in the next few years. What are the most important things to think ...
Do You Need a Budget?
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"How do I know if I'm someone that should budget? I automate my saving and investing to match my goa...
"We're Having Our First Baby - What Should We Do?"
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"The guys have a checklist for home and car buying, but do they have a one for children? We’re wel...
Does Investing Over 25% Make You a Tightwad?
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"I'm 33 years old and I recently hit a 25% savings rate. It felt good for a couple months, but now I...
How to Buy a House in an Expensive Area
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"My wife and I are saving for our first home in an expensive state. Should we look for starter homes...
Build Wealth With the 3 Bucket Strategy! (By Age) 2024 Edition
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We believe there are three distinct taxable buckets you have the option of investing in for retireme...
Best 4 Budgeting Apps! (Ranked By The Money Guy Team)
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We believe that budgeting is entry level personal finance - it’s extremely helpful to building dis...
X% of Americans Don't Have $1,000! (Shocking Stat)
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A shocking amount of Americans don’t have $1,000 in savings. In this Q&A, we’ll discuss the late...
How to Win Financially Based on Your Income!
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s no way around it: Americans at different levels of income face different challenges on the...
How to Invest When You're Self-Employed?
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're self-employed, how does your investing strategy change compared to being an employee? ...
How to Quit Your Job the Right Way!
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get a lot of questions about people wanting to quit their jobs and start something new - so how d...
Should You Worry About a Housing Crash in 2024? with Dave Meyer of BiggerPockets
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are so excited to welcome Dave Meyer of BiggerPockets. The host of On the Market joins us to dis...
The Truth About Retirement Success (Stocks vs. Diversification)
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about stocks vs. diversification - how do you utilize investing methods for retirement su...
"I'm Paying Cash for a Car - How Much Should I Spend?"
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're paying cash for a car instead of financing, does that change how much you should spend on ...
Top 5 Wealth-Building Challenges (And How to Overcome Them)
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life gets complicated - and so does your money. So we polled you guys and asked what challenges you...
The Market Has OFFICIALLY Hit An All-Time High (Do This Right Now)
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The S&P 500 has officially hit a new all-time high! What should you do now? Jump start your jour...
"I'm 28 with $120K - Can I Slow Down on Investing?"
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Can you let your foot off the gas for investing once you reach certain financial goals? We'll walk...
Entrepreneurship vs. Employment: Which Path Leads to Financial Success?
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You can be financially successful and wealthy whether you are an entrepreneur or traditionalemployee...
Will the Market Crash in 2024?
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do we feel about a potential market crash in 2024, and how should you be preparing your finances...
How To Actually Win Financially In 2024! (Ignore Everything Else)
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're new to personal finance and want 2024 to be a fresh start with money, what can you do at t...
The FIRE Movement Is Dead! (What You Need to Know Now)
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The FIRE Movement has been a huge catalyst for people taking control of their money. It has motivat...
We’re Giving Away FREE Stuff (No, Really!)
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are so excited to finally launch our pre-order perks for Millionaire Mission - check it out on to...
"Should I Put 100K Into Real Estate or Index Funds?"
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk investments! Should you put a lump sum of money into real estate or index funds? We'll ...
Are Millennials Doomed for Retirement? Breaking Down the Myths
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the common misconceptions we hear constantly on social media is how bad millennials have it -...
When Should You Buy a New Car?
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know when it's time to buy a new or used car instead of maintaining your current car? W...
Should I Pay My House Off Early?
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When, if ever, does it make sense to pay your house off early? We'll walk you through that questio...
5 Levels of Wealth AND How to Achieve Them! (2024 Edition)
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We believe there are five distinct levels of wealth, but they aren’t solely dependent on income or...
How Much Cash is Too Much Cash?
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to saving for things like a down payment on a house, how much cash do you need? And is...
How Can You "Bedazzle Your Basic Life" with Money?
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What exactly is "bedazzling your basic life," and how can you go about doing that? We'll walk you ...
Net Worth By Age in 2024: How Do You Stack Up?
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for one of our most anticipated shows of the year: our annual Net Worth By Age show! In ...
How to Make Any Kid a MULTI-MILLIONAIRE!
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who wants be a childhood young money millionaire? Learn how to start your kids off on the right trac...
Is Homeownership Officially Overrated in 2024? (Cost Breakdown)
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do we feel about buying a home in 2024? We'll walk you through that question and more in today...
Financial Advisors React to the WORST Financial Stories on Reddit
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're reacting to terrible financial stories we found on Reddit - see what Brian and Bo have ...
I Upgraded My Tesla - Was It Worth It?
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian recently upgraded from a Tesla Model Y Performance to a Model X Plaid - so was it worth the pu...
Is the Market About to Hit an ALL-TIME HIGH? (Should You Be Worried?)
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may be more tempted to invest more aggressively now that the market is up, but here’s why your...
Insurance Companies Are Lying to You (Infinite Banking Exposed!)
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We believe that insurance plays an important role in managing risk and protecting you and yourfamily...
"Is Retirement Even Possible?"
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you get your friends or family members to start investing, especially if they have a negative...
Is NOW the Right Time to Buy a House?
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should you buy a house now, or wait to purchase until interest rates hopefully drop? We'll walk yo...