69. “We make almost $300k per year but we can’t afford our mortgage”

69. “We make almost $300k per year but we can’t afford our mortgage”

Chris and Camilla are 33 and 31 and they make almost $300k collectively living in a high cost of living area. They recently bought a vacation home, like everyone on TikTok tells you to do. Surprise, surprise—there’s no fairytale ending here, no mounds of passive income, no soaring property values or slam dunk investments. They thought they’d cash in on a hot market. But with the slow season approaching, they’ve realized they're losing money. How should they handle it? And (gasp) what might other people say if they have to sell? This episode is reminiscent of another Canadian couple, Eric and Elena, from episodes 49 and 50, who also bought a house they realized they couldn't afford. But I think you'll find this one fascinating for the differences—especially in the numbers. Connect with Ramit Website Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube Linkedin If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here. Produced by Crate Media.

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200. “Should we pay off our massive debt? Or invest more?”

200. “Should we pay off our massive debt? Or invest more?”

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199. “I struggle w/ cc debt but insisted on a Cartier wedding ring”

199. “I struggle w/ cc debt but insisted on a Cartier wedding ring”

On today’s episode, we’re live from Boston for my recent Money For Couples book tour. First, I talk with Robert (28) and Giselle (28) who appear to have it all together, but behind the scenes, they’re...

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198. “I work 7 jobs but can’t get ahead. Are we doomed?”

198. “I work 7 jobs but can’t get ahead. Are we doomed?”

Juan (43) and Amber (40) feel behind on their retirement plans after years of prioritizing travel and expensive hobbies over investing. Juan, who grew up poor, struggles with a scarcity mindset—underc...

4 Mar 20251h 36min

197. “I thought he was the problem… but it’s me?!”

197. “I thought he was the problem… but it’s me?!”

Live from the House of Blues in Chicago, Ramit coaches Evelyn and Mike (41). Despite their successful careers, money is a constant source of tension. Evelyn scrutinizes every purchase, while Mike feel...

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196. “He used to help me with debt…Now he’s making it worse”

196. “He used to help me with debt…Now he’s making it worse”

Frank (29) and Jill (33) are parents of two young kids and are trapped in a vicious cycle of overspending and debt. With fixed costs eating up 107% of their income and $25,000 in credit card debt, th...

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195. “Her socks have holes but she's too cheap to buy new ones”

195. “Her socks have holes but she's too cheap to buy new ones”

Matt (34) and Eliza (32) have spent years prioritizing investments, setting themselves up for a secure retirement—but now, they struggle to enjoy spending money. Matt deprives himself when they go out...

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194. “$0 savings, $0 investments. Is it too late for us?” (Part 2)

194. “$0 savings, $0 investments. Is it too late for us?” (Part 2)

On last week’s episode, we met 38-year-old LaKiesha and 45-year-old James, a couple struggling to get on the same page financially. With no savings, no investments, and deep-rooted money fears, they’r...

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193. “I’ve filed for bankruptcy twice. Will I ever stop spending?” (Part 1)

193. “I’ve filed for bankruptcy twice. Will I ever stop spending?” (Part 1)

Despite their best intentions, LaKiesha (38) and James (45) have fallen into a cycle of overspending—convincing themselves that wants are needs and that enjoying money now outweighs planning for the f...

28 Jan 20251h 14min

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