Marriage, Kids And Money

Coast FIRE is when you've front-loaded enough investments to simply coast to retirement without any further contributions. But with this stock market downturn as of late, is the idea of Coast FIRE dead? We'll share how our portfolio is holding up and discuss what to do to keep our Coast FIRE dreams alive. Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment. This month, we’re featuring Michelle Onaka from Intentional Money Life. Michelle has grown her net worth to $900k by 37 years old. We’ll learn how she did it and how this helps her family travel more. Last, my son Calvin will be reading the month's review and I’ll quiz him with some money questions. We're talking about recessions, investing, and going on our first cruise! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Michelle Onaka (website): https://Intentionalmoneylife.com CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro01:30 - Coast FIRE Amid Market Turmoil02:46 - Revisiting 2021 Coast FIRE Numbers04:17 - Impact of Market Downturn on Retirement Outlook05:03

Paid parental leave can have lifelong benefits for families — but why is the U.S. so far behind? Isabelle Hau, author of Love to Learn and Executive Director at Stanford's Accelerator for Learning, joins the show to break down how paid leave improves the lives of parents, children, and workplaces. Also, Stacey Blackshear from Virginia shares how she and her husband achieved Coast Fire with $500k by 40 years old — and how it's helping them create more time and freedom for their growing family! EPISODE RESOURCES Isabelle Hau (Website): https://www.isabellehau.com/ Stacy Blackshear (Website): https://www.rewirebehavior.com CHAPTERS 0:00 - Open2:30 - What is Paid Parental Leave and Why It Matters3:40 - Benefits for Children and Parents7:00 - The U.S. Paid Leave Problem: 80% Without Access8:00 - Why Other Countries Get It Right (and We Don't)9:00 - Companies Leading the Way on Paid Leave10:30 - Paid Leave’s Impact on Retention and Productivity11:30 - Ideal Time Off: 12 Weeks to 6 Months13:00 - The Ris

A recession may be headed our way. How can we prepare? I'm walking through our family's 5 step financial plan to prepare for a recession. Second, we’re back with our Mortgage Free Family segment! This month we’re featuring Sandra Park from Texas. She’s going to share how she paid off her mortgage in his 40s and how it allowed her more cash flow and the ability to help her son pay for college. Last, we're sharing the Good Word once again. My son Calvin and I are sharing the latest World Happiness Report, how the United States ranks, and how service to others matters. EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Sandra Park: https://engineerherpath.com Good Word Story - CNBC: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/19/world-happiness-report-2025-finland-is-the-happiest-country.html CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 01:50 – Step 1: Shore Up Your Emergency Fund 04:35 – Step 2: Continue Investing According to Your Plan 05:50 – Step 3: Reduce Expenses, Not Your Happiness 11:30 – Step 4: Earn More Without Burning Out 13:55 –

Andy Hill sits down with Dr. Daniel Crosby—renowned psychologist, behavioral finance expert, and author of Soul of Wealth—to explore the true meaning of wealth beyond money. Dr. Crosby breaks down why financial success alone won’t bring happiness and how our beliefs, relationships, and personal growth play a crucial role in our well-being. He shares fascinating insights on why some of the wealthiest people still feel unfulfilled, the psychological traps we fall into when chasing money, and practical ways to balance financial goals with a meaningful life. If you’re striving for financial success but don’t want to lose sight of what truly matters, this conversation is a must-listen. Listen now to redefine your wealth and purpose! #Wealth #DrDanielCrosby #MoneyMindset #FinancialWellness RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals The Soul of Wealth (book): https://amzn.to/3FcQh6K (affiliate) EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00 – Introduction to the Episode 01:02 – Why Do We Believe Money Will Make Us Happy? 03:01 – How Mone

Can you really retire comfortably with a 5% withdrawal rate? Financial researcher and author Bill Bengen—the creator of the legendary 4% rule—joins us to share why his latest research shows that 5% is the new 4%. In this interview, Bill explains how his thinking has evolved, what today’s retirees should know, and how you can plan smarter for a fulfilling, financially free retirement. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals A Richer Retirement (book): https://amzn.to/4iWzaVJ (affiliate) CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro – Bill Bengen 01:53 – What is the 4% rule? 04:01 – The rise of the 4% rule 05:17 – Evolving to the 5% rule 06:59 – Over-saving and regret 08:45 – Advice for young savers 10:31 – Thoughts on the 8% rule 12:34 – Portfolio allocation in retirement 13:55 – Downsides of 3% withdrawal rate 14:28 – Bill's personal withdrawal strategy 15:55 – Natural increase in withdrawal rate 17:38 – How to take your foot off the gas 19:16 – Long-term investing advice 20:35 – New book details 22:22 – Andy’s 3 takeaways fro

In this episode, we sit down with Simone Stolzoff, author of The Good Enough Job, to explore how modern work culture has taken over our identities—and how we can break free. This Best of MKM episode revisits one of our most powerful conversations about redefining success, setting boundaries, and reclaiming our time. If you're looking to escape the hustle mentality and build a more balanced life, this one’s a must-listen! RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction: More Than Your Job 01:10 – Meet Simone Stolzoff & The Premise of The Good Enough Job 02:20 – Workism and Our Cultural Identity 04:30 – The Historical Shift in Work's Role 06:00 – The Risks of Overidentifying with Work 08:20 – Story of Kay He: The Wall Street Banker Burnout 11:00 – Simone’s Personal Journey with Career Identity 13:40 – What Makes a Job 'Good Enough'? 15:40 – Identity Diversification: The Key to Resilience 18:30 – Practical Advice to Reclaim Life from Work 20:45 – Where to Find Simone & The Good Enough Job

In this Best of MKM episode, Andy Hill shares inspiring conversations with Kathryn Hanna and Chris Luger, two individuals who found financial freedom after divorce. Kathryn achieved Coast FIRE in her late 30s, while Chris became a mortgage-free millionaire. They discuss navigating finances post-divorce, aligning money with personal values, and building a brighter financial future. Whether you're rebuilding or planning ahead, this episode offers real stories and practical advice for thriving financially after a major life change like divorce. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 02:20 – Kathryn Hanna Coast FIRE FIve 05:00 – How She Got Started 07:40 – Divorce & Coast Fire 09:00 – Investing Strategy 11:30 – Flexibility After Divorce 13:30 – Financial Independence in Marriage 14:50 – Single Mom Budgeting 16:45 – What’s Next 18:30 – One Step to Start 21:00 – Connect with Kathryn 22:25 – Chris Luger Introduction 23:00 – Mortgage-Free Three 24:15 – Why Go Mortgage-Free 26:30 – Divorce S

What happens when you achieve financial independence and early retirement? Maggie Tucker joins us to share her journey of retiring at 41, leaving corporate America, and embracing a life of flexibility, purpose, and family. As the founder and host of Inside Out Money, Maggie talks about overcoming the challenges of early retirement, finding fulfillment beyond a traditional career, and raising financially mindful kids. Listen to her insights on early retirement, smart money habits, and the mindset shifts that helped her break free from the 9-to-5 grind.

Andy Hill sits down with Dr. Brad Klontz—bestselling author, professor, and leading expert on the psychology of wealth—to explore the power of mindset in financial success. They dive into the differences between a poor mindset and a rich mindset, common money mistakes, and the habits that set wealthy individuals apart. Dr. Klontz shares his personal journey from financial struggle to success, the critical lessons he learned along the way, and actionable steps you can take today to shift your thinking and build lasting wealth. Whether you're an employee, an entrepreneur, or simply looking to break free from financial stress, this conversation will change the way you view money. #MoneyMindset #DrBradKlontz #ThinkRich #FinancialFreedom RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Start Thinking Rich: 21 Harsh Truths That Will Take You from Broke to Rich (book): https://amzn.to/41zrnpk (affiliate) GUEST BIO - Dr. Brad Klontz: Dr. Brad Klontz, Psy.D., CFP®, is a renowned financial psychologist and Managing Principal

Considering working with a financial advisor? Here are 5 questions to ask a financial advisor before working with them. Getting answers to these questions will help you become informed and empowered on your investing journey. Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment. This month, we’re featuring Jackie Cummings Koski from the Catching Up To FI Podcast. Jackie has grown her net worth to $1.8 million by 54 years old. We’ll learn how she did it and what generational wealth means to her as a mother. Last, my son Calvin will be reading the month's review and I’ll quiz him with some money questions. We're talking about Women's History Month, net worth, and visiting Cancun! EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals FIRE for Dummies (book): https://amzn.to/41PHiS5 (affiliate) Jackie Cummings Koski (podcast): https://catchinguptofi.com MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance journey? Book a time with me today. Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to build gene

Workplace benefits often get overlooked by employees. But they could be your ticket to a wealthy future. How can my workplace benefits make me a millionaire? Joe Saul-Sehy, Co-Host of Stacking Benjamins, joins the show again to help us answer this big question.  Also, Jace Mattinson from Texas (and the Millionaires Unveiled Podcast) shares how he and his wife grew their investments to over $1,000,000 and how this impacts their family journey in the future. EPISODE RESOURCES Joe Saul-Sehy (Podcast): https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/ Stacking Benjamins Benefits Guide (Resource): https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/benefits-influencer/ Jace Mattinson (Podcast): https://millionairesunveiled.com/ MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance journey? Book a time with me today. Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to build generational wealth and happiness for your kid? Learn more about my course! Coast FIRE Calculator: A free calculator to help you find out when you can slow do

It’s time to set some SMART financial goals! I'm walking through 10 SMART financial goals that will help you build family wealth this year. Second, we’re back with our Mortgage Free Family segment! This month we’re featuring JJ Buckner from Missouri. He’s going to share how he paid off his mortgage in his 30s and how it allowed him more family time and time to grow as a solopreneur. Last, we're sharing the Good Word once again. My son Calvin and I are sharing details on Mackenzie Scott's philanthropy mission, the Giving Pledge, and how Calvin likes to give back. EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Monarch (free trial): https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/monarchmoney (affiliate) Empower (net worth tracker): https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/empower (affiliate) Trust & Will: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/trustandwill (affiliate) Ethos (term life insurance): https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/ethos (affiliate) JJ Buckner: https://www.youtube.com/c/JJBuckner Good Word Story (CNBC): https:

Looking to find more purpose in life? Author Jordan Grumet is here to help us answer this important question. He discusses Big P Purpose and Little P Purpose and why it's important to know the difference. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals The Purpose Code (book): https://amzn.to/416q5TV (affiliate) GUEST BIO - Jordan Grumet: Jordan Grumet, MD, is an internal medicine physician turned author and podcast host. After earning his medical degree from Northwestern University, he practiced in Northbrook, Illinois, and now serves as associate medical director at Unity Hospice. In 2018, he launched the Earn & Invest podcast, which won the 2019 Plutus Award for Best New Personal Finance Podcast. His first book, Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life, was published in August 2022. His second book, The Purpose Code, is out now. MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance journey? Book a time with me today.

Craig from Wisconsin came into a lump sum of money recently and wants to know if he should lump sum invest it or use dollar cost averaging. We'll define lump sum investing vs. dollar cost averaging and decide which is better. Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment. This month, we’re featuring Nicole Stanley from Massachusetts. Nicole and her husband Jake became a half millionaire couple at the age of 31! Listen up to hear how they did it. Last, my son Calvin will be reading the month's review and I’ll quiz him with some money questions. We're talking about Black History Month, investing, and the Super Bowl ... with no Lions :( EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Nicole Stanley (website): https://www.arise.financial/ MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance journey? Book a time with me today. Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to build generational wealth and happiness for your kid? Learn more about my course! YouTube: Subscribe for free to

Buying gifts is a important part of everyday life. But have you ever really examined HOW you're giving gifts? In this Bread & Wine episode, Andy and Nicole discuss if they gifts they are giving are really intended for the person receiving them.  MKM RESOURCES **Sponsors + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsors Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts Leave a Rating: Spotify Instagram: Follow our IG channel OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE Die With Zero: When FIRE Meets YOLO Reflecting on Dave Ramsey's Baby Steps 10 Years Later Are We Morons for Paying Off Our Mortgage Early? DISCLAIMER This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission, direct payment or products. Opinions are the creators alone. Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Marriage Kids and Money (www.marriagekidsandmoney.com) is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate adverti

President Trump has signaled that imposing new tariffs will be a cornerstone of his presidency. How will tariffs impact your family finances? Meghan Rabuse, the Family Finance Mom, joins the show again to help us answer this big question.  Also, Larry Sprung from New York shares how he and his wife paid off their $1 million home and what they plan to do with the extra money! RESOURCES Meghan Rabuse (Website): https://www.familyfinancemom.com  Larry Sprung (Website): https://www.mitlinfinancial.com/ GUEST BIO - Meghan Rabuse Meghan spent nearly a decade as a Financial Analyst, before spending the last decade as a SAHM to three little ones. She shares simple money tips for moms to help their family reach their financial goals by building a financial plan they can LIVE with! GUEST BIO - Larry Sprung Larry Sprung, CFP®, is the founder and wealth advisor at Mitlin Financial, Inc., with over 26 years of experience in financial planning and asset management. He is the author of the bestselling book Financial Planni

You've hit Coast FIRE! Congratulations but ... Now what? I'll share 7 lifestyle improvement ideas for you to consider. Second, we’re going to have a conversation with Nina Robinson from Michigan. She’s going to share how she achieved Coast FIRE with $600k invested in her and if this achievement changes her plans for the future. Last, we're sharing the Good Word once again. My son Calvin and I are having a conversation about ... the S&P 500 performance from 2024 and the generational wealth investing lessons we learned. EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Coast FIRE Calculator: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/calculators/coast-fire/ Endless Fridays with Nina: https://www.youtube.com/@EndlessFridaysWithNina Good Word Story (Schwab): https://www.schwab.com/learn/story/it-was-very-good-year MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance journey? Book a time with me today. Make My Kid a Millionaire Course: Want to build generational wealth and happiness for your k

Ready to spend without the guilt? Frugal Friends Podcast hosts Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni share how to buy what you love without going broke. We discuss the concept of values-based spending and how it helps you live and spend freely. RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Green Chef - Get up to $180 of free meals: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/greenchef GUEST BIO - Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni: Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni are co-hosts of the Frugal Friends Podcast, offering practical advice on frugality, intentional spending, and financial independence. Jen, a personal finance author, paid off $78,000 of debt in two years and has been featured in Forbes and Money Magazine. Jill, a licensed clinical social worker, cleared $60,000 of debt while combining her mental health expertise with personal finance strategies. Together, they wrote Buy What You Love Without Going Broke, helping others align spending with their values. MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 support with your family finance jour

We're tackling a question a lot of us have ... Am I on track for retirement? We'll dive into 3 different strategies we can use to answer this important question. Second, we’re back with our Net Worth Win segment. This month, we’re featuring Stefanie Gonzales, originally from Texas. Stefanie and her husband Joseph became a millionaire couple at the age of 40! Listen up to hear how they did it. Last, my son Calvin will be reading the month's review and I’ll quiz him with some money questions. We're talking about holiday spending, investing, and Fortnite. EPISODE RESOURCES: Sponsors + Partners + Deals Monarch Money (free trial): https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/monarchmoney (affiliate) ProjectionLab (free trial): https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/projectionlab (affiliate) Stefanie Gonzales (website): https://www.womenswealtheffect.com/ Crew: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/crew (sponsor) Natasha Preston Books: https://amzn.to/47WKTPu (affiliate) MKM RESOURCES: MKM Coaching: Want 1-on-1 supp

Tae Kim achieved Coast FIRE after accumulating $2,000,000 in investments by age 42. In this BEST OF MKM episode from 2024, Tae shares how he and his wife built up their investments and what the future looks like now.  EPISODE RESOURCES: Coast FIRE Calculator: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/calculators/coast-fire/ Financial Tortoise (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/c/taekimfinancialtortoise  #BigTipTuesday Details: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/why-were-giving-100-tips-this-holiday-season-and-why-we-want-you-to-join-us/ Voicemail: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail (tell me about your #BigTipTuesday adventures!) SHOW INFORMATION: Marriage Kids and Money is dedicated to helping young families build wealth and happiness. This award-winning platform helps couples and parents achieve financial independence and discover the true meaning of wealth. To achieve these big goals, we answer questions and interview experts who uncover smart net worth building habits and tools that can help everyone find the