Be prepared for unexpected expenses We simply can’t predict what life will throw at us. But we do have options when unexpected expenses arise. Listener Rob is a young homeowner who needs to repair his retaining wall but doesn’t have access to a home equity line of credit. So, what should he do? Hear how to … Continued
Is a FIRE lifestyle right for you? Queer people were born to deviate from the norm. The FIRE community is non-conformist, too, with its money to reach financial independence, retire early and enjoy doing what they want when they want. Here’s how to reach your FIRE lifestyle. Hear 7 ways to start your FIRE lifestyle: … Continued
What to know if you and your partner have different credit scores Do you and your partner have similar or different credit scores? Does it matter, and what can you do about it? Find out on this Queer Money® podcast. Hear how to improve your credit together: Different credit scores can impact your life as … Continued
Stay on track with your bills Have you ever woken in a panic in the middle of the night because you forgot to pay a bill? Or experienced that horrible, sinking feeling when you get a notice for a late fee? Try paycheck budgeting to avoid these fates. Hear how to start paycheck budgeting How … Continued
How to build wealth Women are generally paid less than their male counterparts, are often the primary caregivers for children and aging parents and are heavily targeted by advertisers. Sound familiar to anyone in the LGBTQ community? So, how can we all build wealth to level the playing field? Hear the benefits of building … Continued
How to forgive yourself for financial mistakes Feeling guilty when you make a money mistake isn’t necessarily bad. It means you care. But some of us get stuck in a shame spiral that impacts our mental health and stops us from making progress. Here are 5 steps to financial forgiveness. Hear 5 tips to financial … Continued
What is a backdoor Roth IRA Heard of a backdoor Roth IRA? Yes, it IS a thing. And, no, it’s NOT something you do in the bedroom! A backdoor Roth IRA is a way to save for retirement if you want the benefits of a Roth IRA but don’t qualify for one. Hear when and … Continued
What retirement plan is right for you Only 27% of LGBTQ individuals claim to be participating in an employer-sponsored retirement plan. If we want a fabulous life well into our golden years, we must invest in a retirement account—and two of our options are the traditional and Roth IRAs. Let’s compare Traditional IRA vs Roth … Continued
The shocking thing about LGBT military finances Seventy-seven of military service members are stressed about money. One-third don’t pay all their bills on time, and 58% carry credit card debt (compared to 34% of everyone else). Hear what’s even more surprising about LGBT military finances on this Queer Money®. Let’s talk about the little-discussed LGBT … Continued
Having the couple’s money talk How soon should you have the couple’s money talk? We know that financial stress can hurt our relationships, while healthy money conversations can strengthen a couple’s connection—and even lead to better gay sex! Hear the best ways to discuss couples’ money: Talking money with your partner On this episode of … Continued