Invest or Pay Off Debt? If you are in the process of trying to pay down debt, should you still contribute to your 401(k), or should you focus all of your power on paying down debt first and then contribute? This particular question is asked on a daily basis in the debt […]
Robo Advisors is becoming one of those hot buzzwords that you’re hearing thrown around everywhere. In the finance industry, automation is everything, so it’s no surprise that these services are creating that buzz. What is a Robo Advisor? Do I need one? Read on to find out! This bag of […]
Today I will be announcing the two winners of Anthony ONeal’s book, Debt Free Degree, and sharing details on a new month long giveaway from our new partner, Cons and Kernels! I’ll also be sharing some tips on how to find a financial planner. This bag of popcorn is brought […]
Can I trust online bank accounts? I received an email from Jordan wanting to know my thoughts on some of the new online only accounts that are popping up. In this episode I will show you what to look for when opening a checking account online. PopcornFinance.com/Instacart Becoming an Instacart […]
There is no one way to master your finances. There are so many ways to get your finances under control. Today Glenn James from My Millennial Money shares a rule that he uses to stop himself from overspending. PopcornFinance.com/Instacart Becoming an Instacart shopper is great for anyone looking to make […]
I get so many credit offers in the mail and I’m sick of it! In today’s episode I will walk you through how to put a stop to stop those credit card offers. Becoming an Instacart shopper is great for anyone looking to make extra cash in your free time. […]
Keeping my food budget under control can be so difficult some months. Erin Chase from 5DollarDinners.com stopped by for a bag of popcorn and to share some of her favorite tips on how to reduce your food budget! PopcornFinance.com/Instacart Becoming an Instacart shopper is great for anyone looking to make […]
I got my first real job, now what? Steven Hughes and I are answering this exact question. We spend so many years as a broke student that once we finally get a real paycheck its hard to know what we should be doing with all that money. Steven and I […]
Welcome to another Pop-Up Debate! This is a special episode where I am joined by a guest to debate a weird and fun topic. We each get 1 minute to argue our side and then you the listener get to decide who mad the best argument! This is all recorded […]
Mental health and money aren’t two topics that you hear discussed together very often. Today’s guest, Melanie Lockert, has made it her mission to create a space where these discussions can be had. Melanie and I discuss her talk at a recent Plutus Voices event and why it is important […]
The Plutus Awards are right around the corner and Popcorn Finance was selected as a finalist for two awards. One of those nominations was for Best Series for the Poppin’ with F.I.R.E. series I did earlier this year. So today I’m bringing you one of my favorite episodes from that […]
How do I stay motivated to save? Paying off debt can be an emotional journey, so it makes sense that it would be tough to keep that momentum going once your debt is gone. Today I tackle a question that I received from Tamie on this very topic with some […]
Debt consolidation is one of those topics that makes me nervous. It can be a useful tool, but is also full of traps. Today’s guest Leslie Tayne is here to walk us through some of the pros and cons. PopcornFinance.com/Gazelle Buy certified, pre-owned devices for a fraction of the price!Offering everything […]
The engagement ring is seen as the universal symbol of love and commitment. But, it is also a huge expense and some, like today’s guest, are opting to skip it all together. Author and speaker Stefanie O’Connell joins me today to discuss why she decided to turn down her engagement […]
Would you rather talk to your parents about sex than their finances? Well 9% of people surveyed said that they would, which is crazy. But why is talking to our parents about money so scary and what can we do to get the conversation started? Author of Mom and Dad, We […]
Aja McClanahan joined me from the FinCon floor to discuss how she and her husband made a big decision to move to the hood to cut back their expenses and pay off over $120,000 of debt. Connect with Aja at https://principlesofincrease.com
Here is another interview from my time at FinCon. I met up with Episode 030 Guest Nick True on the conference floor. Nick brought up the topic of why it’s important to distinguish what you really want from the frivolous wants that bring no real satisfaction. Connect with Nick on […]
Sarah Wilson, aka Budget Girl, has set a mind blowing goal to read 100 books in 2019. In comparison my 20 book reading challenge is just sad. Over 3 episodes we discuss some of our favorite personal finance books along with some that were just for fun. Pop-Up Debate! – […]
The credit score. We all strive to have the best one possible. But what is it like to live without a credit score at all? I sat down with Steve Stewart to talk about what life is like without a credit score and to find out where his went. Meet […]
I got the chance to visit Stacks House, a pop-up in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, to speak with co-founder Farnoosh Torabi about why Stacks House was created, the need to empower women financially, and her dive in to stand up comedy. Pop-Up Debate! In this special episode format […]