174. “We make $300k but spend like we make $1M”

174. “We make $300k but spend like we make $1M”

Meet Forest, 40, and Kathleen, 43, a couple living in California with two kids. Despite Forest’s $300k salary, they’ve racked up $150k in credit card debt. They want to maintain their adventurous lifestyle, but the reality of their finances is catching up. Can they change their mindset on money before it’s too late? This episode is brought to you by: Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at https://meetfabric.com/ramit. Mint Mobile | To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to https://mintmobile.com/ramit. Masterclass | For unlimited access to every class and 15% off an annual membership, go to https://masterclass.com/ramit. Shopify | Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at https://shopify.com/ramit. Facet | Get affordable, accessible financial planning with a flat fee membership. For a limited time, the $250 enrollment fee will be waived when you sign up at https://facet.com/ramit. Links mentioned in this episode • Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples Connect with Ramit • Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples • Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show • Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour • Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Download the Conscious Spending Plan • Listen to my book—now on Audible • Get my New York Times best-selling book • Get my no-numbers journal • Other episodes • Instagram • Twitter • YouTube 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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Listener Favorite: "I'm almost 40 and still living paycheck to paycheck”

Listener Favorite: "I'm almost 40 and still living paycheck to paycheck”

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239. "He quit his high paying job and didn’t tell me"

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238. "We’re in credit card debt again. Will this ever stop?"

238. "We’re in credit card debt again. Will this ever stop?"

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237. “We bought our dream house. Then he lost his job.”

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236. “She spent $5K behind my back. How can I trust her?”

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235. "Can we pay off this debt faster?" (Part 2)

235. "Can we pay off this debt faster?" (Part 2)

Imani (52) and Michael (65) return for Part 2—and this time, Ramit pushes them to find out how fast they can turn things around. After years of miscommunication, mounting debt, and emotional exhaust...

18 Nov 20251h 24min

234. "We have $100k+ in debt. Will we ever enjoy life?" (Part 1)

234. "We have $100k+ in debt. Will we ever enjoy life?" (Part 1)

Imani (52) and Michael (65) have been married for 24 years—and they’re drowning in nearly $126,000 of consumer debt despite earning over $250,000 a year. Imani, a disciplined attorney who tracks eve...

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233. “I save while she spends on vacations. Is this fair?”

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