Create a new budget for next year with these 6 simple steps. By creating a new budget for the new year, you can get back on track with your financial goals and set yourself up for success. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s Topic New Year, New […]
Money Basics
What Is Net Worth & Why Does It Matter?
Net worth is a simple calculation that gives you an overview of your financial health and your wealth. The simple equation is assets minus liabilities, or in other words, what you own minus what you owe. The higher your net worth, the wealthier you are. The equation written out would look like: assets – liabilities […]
FYF 41: What Is Your Net Worth & Why Does It Matter?
Want to know if you’re wealthy? Your net worth is one of the most accurate measures of wealth. In this episode, we’re going to talk about net worth: what it is, why it’s important, how to calculate it, and how to track it. I’ll also cover ways to improve your net worth, and what your […]
FYF 39: 10 Steps to Paying Off Student Loans Fast
Save thousands on your student loans by paying them back quickly. This episode contains a step-by-step guide for new graduates who have student debt or anyone who wants to start paying off their student loans. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s Topic 10 Steps to Paying Off […]
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10 Steps To Paying Off Your Student Loans Fast
Did you graduate with a ton of student debt? I’ve been there. Here’s a step-by-step guide for new graduates who have student debt or anyone who wants to start paying off their student loans. This article outlines the 10 crucial steps to pay off your student debt faster and reduce the overall amount your student […]
How To Manage Your Money In 10 Minutes a Month
Who has time to spend constantly moving money around to different accounts to make sure they’re saving and investing enough, and paying their bills on time? Not me! Because I’m lazy, I’ve found the best no-effort way to save and invest: automation. This article covers how to automate your finances so you don’t have to […]
FYF 35: A Lazy Girl’s Guide to Money Management
Are you spending too much time managing your money? Do you forget to save, invest or pay your bills on time? Financial automation can change your life. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s Topic A Lazy Girl’s Guide to Money Management With Becky from Twentyfree.co @findyourfreedom_podcast @fyf_podcast […]
FYF 33: Secrets to Saving Money With a No-Spend Challenge
Do you buy things on impulse or out of convenience? Spending habits can cost you a lot of money, and they might not even be helping you achieve your goals or live in alignment with your values. To break your automatic spending habits and start purchasing mindfully again, try a no-spend challenge. Listen to the […]
Secrets to Saving Money with a No-Spend Challenge
A no-spend challenge is committing to only spend money on things you consider necessities for a certain period of time. It is a great opportunity to reconnect with your priorities and align your spending to your values. During a no spend challenge, you can also seek out money you were wasting, and stop the flow! […]
5 Steps to a Successful No-Spend Challenge
A no spend challenge is when you challenge yourself to not spend in certain categories for a certain period of time. You can do it for a week, a month or a year, and you can customize it to fit your needs and goals. Obviously, you will need to spend money on necessities, but even […]
FYF 31: Stop Budgeting! Use a Spending Plan to Achieve Your Goals
Want to achieve your goals without having to budget? It’s possible, with a spending plan. Money is meant to help you achieve your goals and live your life the way you want. So don’t waste time on a budget that makes you feel deprived of everything you enjoy. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, […]
FYF 29: Emergency Fund 101
Emergency funds give you peace of mind when the unexpected happens. Emergencies can happen no matter how carefully you plan, which is why having an emergency fund is so important. In this episode, Becky answers all of the most common questions about emergency funds. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast […]
FYF 27: Balancing Financial Independence and Lifestyle Design
It’s possible to enjoy your journey to financial independence. You can use the incremental financial freedoms that you gain along the way to incorporate aspects of your ideal life into your life now. Lifestyle design is an important component of creating an enjoyable and sustainable path to financial independence. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, […]
FYF 25: The Ultimate Guide to Paying Off Debt
Do you want to be debt free? Here’s the ultimate guide to paying off all of your debt. In this episode, Becky discusses strategies and tips for paying off debt, the order in which you should pay off debt, and how to balance paying off debt with other financial goals such as investing. She also […]
FYF 23: The 6 Types of Debt And What They Mean For You
Debt is the opposite of freedom. In fact, it is the biggest barrier holding most millennials back from finding their freedom and pursuing their ideal lives. Becky explains why she thinks there’s no such thing as good debt (just better debt), ranks the types of debt from better to worse, and discusses options you can […]
FYF 013: Money Advice for Navigating a Financial Crisis with Donna Sowa Allard, CFP
Wondering what to do with your money now that the market has tanked? Get advice from Donna Sowa Allard, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), on what mistakes to avoid making right now and financial opportunities to explore during an economic downturn. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, or on your favorite podcast platform. Today’s […]
FYF 005: Everything you need to know about Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE)
Want to quit your job to travel or even just move out of your parent’s house? You can’t miss this episode. You’ll learn everything you need to know about Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) including what it is, how to achieve it, and tips for getting there faster. Plus the definitions of terms like LeanFIRE, […]