#178 | Explaining IRS Limits and how to use them to your advantage
In this episode, we talk about the 2023 IRS limits for various savings plans. We discuss the difference in benefits related to taxes and how to maximize these plans for long-term savings success. We h...
4 Dec 202234min
#177 | Designing a life you don’t want to retire from with the Fioneers
In this week’s episode, we interview Jessica from The Fioneers and talk about designing a life you don’t want to retire from. Jess spends a lot of time talking, thinking, and writing about how people ...
28 Nov 202252min
#176 | The arrival fallacy and finding happiness where you are
In this episode, we talk about the arrival fallacy and what you can learn from better understanding it. The arrival fallacy is the false assumption that once you reach a big goal, you will have enduri...
20 Nov 202244min
#175 | Hygge on a budget - How to get that cozy feeling this holiday season
In this episode, we discuss the lesser-known but universally understood concept of Hygge. Pronounced Hugg-ah or Hoog-ah, it’s the Danish concept of coziness, and it’s everywhere around the holidays. W...
14 Nov 202233min
#174 | Prenups aren’t just for the rich and famous - with Alexa, the attorney
In this episode, we talk about all things prenup related, and we bring on a family law attorney to give you an official legal perspective on prenuptial agreements. We explain what a prenup is, why we ...
7 Nov 202259min
#173 | 7 ways a recession could be good for you financially
In this episode, we read and discuss a recent Washington Post article: 7 ways a recession could be good for you financially. We then share our thoughts on the recession, housing prices, savings rates,...
31 Okt 202228min
#172 | Why are kids' sports so expensive?
In this episode, we talk about the cost of kids' sports. We dig into the benefits of kids playing sports, why the costs can be so high, and ideas for prioritizing and rationalizing these costs.
24 Okt 202238min
#171 | Big Expensive Parties Weddings and Bat Mitzvahs
In this episode, we talk about two types of big expensive parties, weddings and bat or bar mitzvahs. They average $30k+ and come with various traditions and expectations. We start by sharing what insp...
17 Okt 202253min
