Millennial Money with Shannah Compton Game, CFP®, 1f3tz

The holidays are a time of celebrations, family get-togethers, lots of good eating and cold winter nights, but for many of us, it’s also a time of financial stress and a visit from your good ole’ friend debt. Majd Maksad, from Status Money, is dishing some great tips to breeze into the holidays without debt so you can hit the new year ready to take on your goals. Questions I Ask So just how do we breeze through the holidays without going into debt? What do you think causes the biggest stress around the holidays and budgeting? Do you see any trends emerging when it comes to holiday spending – what we are all blowing our budgets on? Does it matter your income? Debt is a real pain point for some many listeners – and sometimes it feels like there’s no way out from the vicious circle of paying off debt but not making any progress. How can you take action today to relieve some of that pain around our debt? I know status money has come a long way since we last spoke. What’s the latest? If you had one solid takeaway or action item from our conversation, what would you want everyone to ? What You'll Learn How to hack your mind during the holidays so you stay in budget Why knowing how much your peer group is spending is beneficial to your financial success Why lower income groups are making the most impactful behavioral changes when it comes to spending How to break the money taboos and get rid of debt How you can win financially and finally stay in budget during the holidays Links Status Money Previous podcast episode with Majd SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

Have you ever made a money decision that you regretted later? I’ve made about a million of these over the years, but I’ve also learned how powerful your mind is when it comes to money. Can you trick yourself into being broke or being wealthy? How powerful do you think your mind is when it comes to your bank ? We’ll uncover these answers and the most common money mindset traps in this episode. What You'll Learn The four negative mindset traps that can actually make you broke How to recognize the mindset traps and what you can do to strategize against them Why you need to define what success means to you and how that might be affecting your bank My own stories of powerfully connecting my health with my wealth and what I've learned Why you should have your own version of the "24-hour" window before you make big purchases How a "f**ck it bucket" can give you options in life when you need them the most SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here  Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats, and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

Millennials are leading the way when it comes to modern savings. There's a strong trend towards gifting experiences over stuff that's honestly really refreshing, and we're seeing this trend with children's gifts as well. Play yards and plastic trucks are great, but what about gifting your child (or someone you know) with money towards their goals like college or even buying a house in the future? Today's podcast guest, Mimi Chan, is sharing how her company, Littlefund, is shaking things in the world of gifting. What You'll Learn Why we needed a gift-giving evolution in this country What's prompted the trends towards giving experiences over stuff and how that is changing the way we view our finances How to give monetary gifts towards future goals for your children or your friends' children (hint, great for the holidays) How growing up with immigrant parents shaped Mimi's own money story and her drive to start Littlefund  Links Mentioned Littlefund Stockpile (fractional stock shares) Collegebacker (for 529 savings) More about Littlefund Littlefund, a modern gifting platform that makes it easy for family and friends to gift savings towards a child’s goals with an FDIC insured which earns interest of 1% APY that compounds daily. So it truly is the gift that keeps on giving (and at a rate higher than the average savings to boot). s can be set up by parents with short-term goals such as a trip to Disneyland or swim lessons, or longer range goals like saving for college. Gifters can send a Littlefund gift at any time by using a parent’s email address as the family being gifted does not need to have a Littlefund in advance. SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

Article after article will have you focusing on giving up your daily coffee or that mid-afternoon trip to the juice bar to better yourself financially. I think it's time to throw out that wisdom (you can still skip your coffees if you'd like) and focus on achieving big financial wins. Things that will lead to real savings in your bank like negotiating for a pay raise and lowering your cable and phone bill. Today's podcast guest, Tori Dunlap, offers a unique perspective on how you can achieve big financial wins while sharing her own money story and the lessons she's learned along the way. What You'll Learn Why aiming for big financial wins is far more productive than cutting out your daily coffee habit How to define your own big financial wins Why having a value based spending method can be more beneficial than traditional budgeting Tori shares valuable lessons she learned walking away from a lucrative job that she knew wasn't right for her and how her ER fund saved the day Find out why she's ionate about fighting for women's financial rights and the work she's doing to change the status quo Wonder what a donut and your money have in common? Tori shares her most important financial takeaway to help you get rid of money shame and guilt All About Tori Tori Dunlap is a marketer, blogger, speaker, and coach, specializing in personal finance. Her career started with landing a digital marketing contract worth tens of thousands, and a full-time position as the head of marketing and communications for a global security company — all before she turned 22. She currently leads digital marketing and growth at Tomorrow Ideas, a financial tech start-up. As the founder of Victori Media, Tori helps millennial women manage their money and level up their careers. A Plutus award finalist, her work has been highlighted by Arianna Huffington, Rockstar Finance, The Financial Diet, ShineText, and more. She is obsessed with finding cheap flights, reading good books in the bathtub, and memorizing John Mulaney's stand-up specials. SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats, and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

There’s a common vocabulary that we hear over and over again – invest in your 401(k), IRA, Roth for retirement – which of course is a good thing, but we don’t talk a lot about a special savings that can tandem a high-deductible health insurance plan called a Health Savings , or HSA. This has some super special secret powers that can benefit you now and in the future. What You'll Learn You'll learn enough about Health Savings s to figure out if it works for you and to impress your friends at a dinner party! Did you know there’s a type of savings that has a triple tax advantage? Pretax contributions go in, interest and investment earnings build up tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified health care expenses are also tax-free in your HSA What type of health insurance plan you need to be eligible for an HSA We'll talk about the three magical ways you can use your HSA to help you both now and during retirement (including some sneaky tricks) Deep dive into the benefits of investing in an HSA vs. your 401(k) - and what are some of the cons to be aware of What counts as a qualified health care expense with your HSA SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats, and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

When you think about teachers, what do you picture? Someone making a mediocre salary living paycheck to paycheck? Me too – but what if I told you there was a way to make over 100K teaching, pay down your debt, and travel at the same time? Meet Amanda Swartz from Every Further Mile, our guest on this episode who shares how she made over $100,000 teaching and living abroad with her family and was able to bank a ton of cash while doing so. Questions I Ask So, you’re telling me that you can make over 100,000k while traveling and teaching abroad? I’ve got to know how you do this. You talk in detail about how you chose to teach in the Middle East – someplace that most people wouldn’t think about going to as a first choice. What attracted you to that region? Walk us through the steps if we did want to teach aboard – where do we start? What is the biggest lesson you learned about teaching abroad? What does the future look like for you - will you teach abroad again, and where? What You'll Learn How to ace the teaching abroad interview + land the job What countries will offer you the most money for teaching abroad How to determine if teaching abroad is a good option for you + what type of degree do you need What your first day at work will look like (and why you shouldn't be scared) How to take a risk and explore countries while teaching abroad How to adapt to a new culture and learn cultural sensitivities Links Every Further Mile BONUS : 4 Essential Ingredients to Discovering a Remote Career You Love & Lifestyle You Desire Making Sense of Cents article  SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

It’s been a crazy couple of weeks – the Fed raised interest rates again, subscription fees are killing our bank s, oh, and there was a bloodbath in the markets. So, it seemed right for us to have a conversation about what this all means to you and how it impacts your financial goals. What You'll Learn The Fed is raising the rates yet again - What this means to you: it affects your credit card interest rates, and mortgage rates will rise if you’re looking to buy a house – basically anything with a variable loan component will change Credit card interest rates are up yet again - what's happening and how can you not become a victim The markets took a downturn - let's chat about what to do now and why you should stay the course Travel is up for the holidays with 33 million people saying they can't afford it. Learn a few tricks to make travel a reality to you Find out how many billions of dollars we spend each year just to avoid cooking at home (hint, we all need to learn how to cook) Links Finder.com and subscription fees Barclaycard Arrival Plus Creditcards.com interest rate survey SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

On a recent trip to Indianapolis (my hometown), I had the privilege of ing Mina and Karen of HGTV's Good Bones for coffee and a chat about their thriving career. This mother-daughter home remodeling duo is hilarious (as you'll hear). Karen, a former practicing lawyer, and her daughter, Mina, decided to say "no thank you" to the typical 9 to 5 career, took a risk with money she had saved in an IRA and started a thriving remodeling business in Indianapolis. And then, one day, HGTV came calling, and the rest is history. What You'll Learn This was one of my very favorite interviews. Not only were we sitting in a super cool coffee shop in Indianapolis, but I was so inspired by Mina and Karen's story of taking risks, charting your own path, and having a sense of humor about the moments that don't work out. Not everyone gets a call from HGTV, but I think we can all aspire to find a career that we feel good about and helps other people at the same time! Mina shares how she wisely invested in an IRA in college and those funds ended up funding their very first home purchase Find out how they choose their remodeling projects and hear some great stories about some of the craziest houses they've worked on Be inspired by Mina's pledge to not work a typical 9 to 5 and why she decided to take the risk of starting a remodeling business They share the story of how HGTV came calling and why they thought it was a shady call and so not real Learn how they've continued to grow their career and why they're not resting solely on HGTV's success Links Good Bones Two Chicks and a Hammer SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

We all know that money taboos exist except we don't really talk about them. In fact, we don't really talk about anything in relation to money unless we absolutely have to. Have you ever stopped to think why this is? In the U.S., we have a terrible reputation of not making enough strides when it comes to financial literacy - which in turn enables money taboos to go right on existing. We need to talk though. We need to understand our money taboos and what role they play in our financial success and then we need to teach others how to do the same. What You'll Learn To start, I'm going back and sorting through some financial literacy history in the U.S. to make a case for why money taboos exist Who is to blame - teachers, parents, government, etc? What do you think What happens if we let money taboos continue to grow without putting out the flames Steps you can take to break free from any money taboos holding you back Why our closest relationships are the place we need to start with when it comes to talking about money Discussion about the states mandating financial literacy, and why there are only 5 SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, send me a DM on Instagram or submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

The curious thing about building wealth is that there is always a risk brewing somewhere. Those risks can cost money and wipe away your savings if you're not prepared. What if you had a flood in your home - are you prepared and what do you do if that happens? In the U.S. we deal with hurricanes, tropical storms, flood-prone areas and more, but you don't have to live in a flood area to suffer damage. Jason Hargraves from Insurancequotes.com is ready to educate us. Questions I Ask With Hurricane Florence fresh in our minds can you run through some high-level details for us -what is, who needs it, and how do you get it? How does a deductible work in flood insurance? Are there states that mandate flood insurance? What happens if you live in an apartment? Do you need flood insurance? Are there any other reasons why we should think about flood insurance? Have any tips for how you can file a claim after a flood – painlessly? What You'll Learn How to take an inventory of your home to prove your possessions How a natural disaster can cause financial havoc  What is the process of acquiring flood insurance and how do you know if you have too much or too little What is covered by flood insurance vs. regular homeowner's insurance Links InsuranceQuotes.com How to File An Insurance Claim After Hurricane Florence Sortly Home Inventory App SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question- send it to me on Instagram or submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

It sounds amazing to travel as your job – always a new location, meeting new people, eating amazing food, drinks from around the world, and more, but let’s be real, traveling is no-joke these days – long lines, delays, time changes, etc. So what does it take to turn your love or travel into a career and actually make money? If you’ve ever wanted to crack the code and find out all the ways you can make money traveling the world, Sebrin Elms form The Clumsy Traveler is going to answer all your questions. Questions I Ask How did you get started travel writing Have you always had a love for traveling and when did you decide to turn it into a career What are the different ways you make money when you travel and how did you develop those income sources What are the first steps someone should take if they wanted to start a travel writing career What are some of your favorite travel destinations that you've been on in the last year How do you deal with inconsistent income as an entrepreneur What You'll Learn Sebrin is sharing an open and honest discussion about how she makes money travel writing based on a story she wrote for Go Banking Rates. It may sound like a glamorous job, but it's still a job with a lot of work involved. There's no doubt you'll leave this podcast interview inspired to go out and chase your own dreams, even if they don't sound realistic to most people, and encouraged that you can make money in untraditional ways. SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

Do you know the value of your network? Most of us take for granted the relationships we make in our career and don't realize their worth. What if there was someone in your network right now that held the keys to your dream career or to opening a door that would score you a book deal and more? There's power in your network, and our podcast guest, Kelly Hoey, is here to show you how to Build Your Dream Network (also the name of her amazing book)!! Questions I Ask Kelly I’ve gotta ask, have you always been a natural networker or is this something you had to work on? I saw a graphic you posted on Twitter and it really makes think – “no one cares about your career as much as you do”. That sounds obvious, but we forget it. Why do we need to that? A lot of us hate the networking – how can we make peace with it and do it effectively? Why is having a network so key to our success? What about if you’re terribly shy – where do you start? Do you have any stories you can share with how having this dream network has helped you in ways that just blow your mind? What You'll Learn Why your relationships are worth value to your bank How to have an entrepreneurial mindset with your career Why you might need to rethink networking and how to win at each event Never underestimate anyone, even your Uber drivers How to build a network that will keep paying you dividends for many years SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

The best part about being a podcaster is getting to create a community and deliver content that you want to hear. Your Ask Shannah questions have inspired this podcast episode, and we're starting off with a question about how you can put your finances on auto-pilot (inquiring minds want to know). I'm a big fan of auto-pilot, mixed with a few manual pieces each month to get your money flowin' in the right direction. What You'll Learn I'm tackling three Ask Shannah questions in this episode and diving deep into some tools that you can use to help your finances for the rest of this year and beyond. Learn how to put the key areas of your finances on auto-pilot - budgeting, saving, investing, banking and more Learn why you should consider hiring a A (despite the cost) if you're going through a milestone like getting married or having a baby or changing careers Learn ways you can rebuild your savings after you've had to drain it Links Clarity Money You Need a Budget Freshbooks Acorns Stash Blooom Betterment Ellevest Simple LinkedIn A search IRS A search SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

What type of traveler are you? Are you more of a saver or do you love a good splurge? I’m a huge fan of saving money but when we travel I do love a good splurge! And I don’t feel bad about it – and you shouldn’t either. If you love to travel as we do, this episode is for you. You’ll walk away with some great and practical tips to help you manage the save vs. splurge debate on your next trip, and if Iceland has been on your travel checklist, you'll be booking your ticket in no time. What You'll Learn Bobbi Rebell, a fellow CFP®, host of the Financial Grownup podcast, author and more recently went on an amazing trip to Iceland. Even as a CFP®, she learned a few money lessons about the delicate balance between saving your travel dollars and splurging to have some fun. This episode is jam packed with great travel tips and an inside look into Iceland. Hear what Bobbi's secret weapon was to put together her trip to Iceland Understand why you should pay attention to local currency Figure out how to rearrange your trip to save money around a holiday Find out what her splurges were on the trip (and what she would avoid next time) Links Ovation Travel Wow Air (great flight discounts) Financial Grownup Podcast Episode with me Bobbi's website How To Be A Financial Grownup Book SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

You blew your summer budget and now we're rolling into the fall. Before you know it, it will be the holidays and your budget will be screaming at you. Not to worry, I've got some out of the box tips to help you get ready for the fall and help you supercharge what you've got right now in your bank . What You'll Learn I'm on a mission to continue to bring you different tips that you might not think about so you can pull together your financial plan for the fall. Here's a glimpse at what you'll learn in this episode: How to build your financial plan with one step or one financial item you want to accomplish Why you need to write out your goals and how they can radically change your financial direction How to create a plan for large expenses at the holidays Why credit card points are your best friend when it comes to gift giving How to create your own fall financial plan in 3 easy to follow steps Food for thought on how to think about your money situation this fall SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats, and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

Student loan debt is no joke. If you have student loan debt, you know the stress an anxiety that it can bring on while you're trying to pay it off. In fact, student loan debt has skyrocketed to nearly $1.5 trillion dollars in 2018. What you need is tips, tools, strategies, and a little push to stay motivated while you're attacking your student loans. What You'll Learn Travis Hornsby, CEO of Student Loan Planner is with us today to break down some of the myths around student loan debt payoff and share some horror stories with you. This episode is jam-packed with great need to know information including: How to figure out if your student loan repayment plan is costing you too much The easiest way to pay off your student loans QUICK Why you should be collecting the refi bonus - not someone else What you should be looking for when you're considering student loan refinancing Horror stories can teach you a lot, and Travis is sharing a few doozies Will student loan reform ever happen in the U.S. Links Mentioned Student Loan Planner Get Student Loan Help SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

You know the story. A famous celebrity with millions and millions of dollars dies. It might seem shocking to know that a lot of celebrities forget to secure one thing - those millions of dollars with a will or a trust. But, you don't have to be a celebrity with millions of dollars to have a will. In fact, getting a will in place is one of the smartest money moves that won't even break the bank. What You'll Learn Sure, we're going to talk about those celebrities, including Aretha Franklin, that died with millions in the bank and didn't take the time to set up a will exposing their millions to a long court procedure and more. However, this episode is all about you. Learn what a will is and why the heck you need one There are lots of resources out there to help you get a will in place for under $100 Which celebrity had their estate held up for 30+ years in court because he didn't have a will Some simple steps you can take today to make sure the money you worked hard for will go to the people you want it to Links Mentioned Willing LegalZoom Tomorrow Haven Life SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats, and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

I'm going to be the first to it that I've made a money mistake or two in my past. It has taken me a while to embrace all my money mistakes and learn that they shape who I am - not define who I am. You asked -so I want to deliver by sharing my top 10 money mistakes. This Episode Wow, I've made so many money mistakes I had trouble coming up with my top ten. Working with a lot of people, helping them with their money over the last 12 years, I can tell you with certainty that everyone makes money mistakes (and that doesn't make them a bad person). There is this terrible disease going around where people feel like they have to be "perfect" with their money and that couldn't be further from the truth! What You'll Learn Money mistakes are a part of life How to recover from some of the "worst" money mistakes Why you should be making money mistakes How to embrace your past money mistakes so they can empower your future SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram

We always get the question; where is your favorite place you’ve traveled recently? Currently, one of our favorite places we’ve traveled this year has to be Asheville, North Carolina. If Portland and Nashville would have made a kid, it might be Asheville. With beautiful mountain scenery, Asheville has it all: one of the first and best beer cultures, a booming food haven and a thriving music scene. Pretty much all the boxes we like to check in any city! This Podcast Episode: us for this special travel episode of Millennial Money, as we explore the other music city. Showing us around their city of Asheville are three locals and new friends of the podcast. We have Graham Sharpe of the band Steep Canyon Rangers, who are currently opening for Steve Martin and Martin Short’s national tour talks about the eclectic music scene and what draws people to Asheville these days. Caroline Roy, the owner of Asheville hot spot Biscuit Head, chats about why Asheville is “the” town to visit and start a business in. To wrap up our tour of Asheville, Chef Mike Moore of Aux Bar gives us some insight into the booming food scene and some tips on where to find some underground music. My co-host for the podcast is my husband, Jeff Game, a travel, and music journalist that's always on the hunt for a good story to tell.  Episode Links: Explore Asheville Asheville Music Package Aux Bar Biscuit Head Wedge Brewing Company SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW: Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah: Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club: Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social: Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram  

I started my first business in college and I can tell that it’s a combination of fun and sheer terror. There’s so much to learn and so much to do every inch of the way. I wouldn’t trade it for anything though. I think it’s important to share lots of different startup/ entrepreneurial stories on the podcast. Meet Jason Rieger, CEO + co-founder of Payclub. He’s taken the idea of revolutionizing how groups collect money in an app and launched his business Payclub this year. No matter where you are on your entrepreneur journey, Jason’s story is sure to inspire. Questions I Ask What do you think are some of the most impactful lessons you’ve learned as a millennial entrepreneur starting your company Payclub from scratch? What’s been your experience raising money for a startup – like no b/s? How feasible is it for a young startup? So Payclub is entering a moderately crowded fin tech payment space…this may seem like a silly question or obvious, but what’s happening that shifting how millennials in particular pay for things? When you were creating Payclub…walk me through the process you went through to design a unique app that could stand up against competitors? You’ll Learn How to deal with the ebb & flow of money as an entrepreneur How do you raise money as a startup & cut through the noise Why you need to build a solid network now How Payclub is helping millennials collect money in a group seamlessly and easily Why incubators are key as a startup SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Want to be the first to know when new episodes are released? Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Also, podcast reviews are super important to iTunes and the more reviews we have, the more we can spread the Millennial Money message (those iTunes algorithms are crazy). I’d be honored if you left a review and let me know what you love about the podcast. Ask Shannah Have an Ask Shannah question, submit it here Sunday Seven Email Club Millennial Money is more than just a podcast, we’re all about family here. us each weekend for our Sunday Seven Email Club, where we’ll share bonus episodes, money tips, life hacks, exclusive music drops, travel deals, breakfast treats and a whole lotta’ fun! Get Social   Shannah on Twitter Shannah on Instagram