Are you pursuing the FIRE Movement ... but losing your fire for it?
That's what Lisa Harrison was feeling.
After pushing hard to achieve early retirement, Lisa had a change of heart.
In this BEST OF MKM episode from 2019, we hear why Lisa said goodbye to FIRE for good.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
Mad Money Monster: Lisa Harrison's Website
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MKM Coaching: Request your free 15-minute consultation
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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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
It's the end of my second year as a small business owner!
To commemorate this online content creator adventure I've been on, I'm sharing another BEST OF MKM episode from early 2020. This one is the 10 steps I took to go from employee to business owner.
And second, I share an update on my business after two years in! I'll discuss revenue, the failures I've had, and the wins as well.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
HealthCare.Gov: How we got health insurance and dental insurance for small business owners
OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE
Family Wealth and Happiness: 10 Steps to a Better Tomorrow (Today)
How We Paid Off Our 15 Year Mortgage in 5 Years
50% to 10%: Why We're Happy Saving Less in FIRE Journey
MKM RESOURCES
MKM Coaching: Request your free 15-minute consultation
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Giving is incredibly personal.
As Nicole and I continue to discover how we want to give, we ask each other what is the right way to give for our family.
With different opinions on the subject, we discuss how we've been giving and any changes we want to make in the future.
How do you like to give?
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
MKM RESOURCES
Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Why do you give?
If you ask five people this question, you're likely to get five different--and highly personal--answers.
But for many people, the idea of charitable giving is often rooted in their culture or religion.
Today, I'm diving deeper into religion and giving by interviewing three different faith leaders in Christianity, Judaism and Islam.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
Justin Warns: Kensington Church and Instagram (Personal)
Qasim Rashid: Instagram
Dave Mason: Instagram
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Family Wealth and Happiness: 10 Steps to a Better Tomorrow (Today)
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MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Recently, I shared a video on how our family lives comfortably on $80,000 per year.
Some of the comments I received said this was definitely not enough to be comfortable, while others said that was plenty.
That begs the question ... how much is enough to live comfortably?
Nicole and I explore the topic after a conversation she had recently with a friend.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
MKM RESOURCES
Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Two years ago, we received a $30,000 inheritance after my mother-in-law passed away from cancer.
We wanted to honor her legacy. Here's what we did.
Also, Michael Thatcher from Charity Navigator, shares how we can all intelligently give this holiday season.
Last but not least, Zoey joins me for another Money Quiz. We're talking giving, hot tubs, and popcorn!
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Vanguard: Trusted low-cost brokerage partner
M1 Finance: Intuitive, tech-forward low-cost brokerage partner
XY Planning Network: Fee-only Financial Planner Professionals
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The 10 Steps I Took to Quit My Job and Start My Business
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MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
You're having a conversation with a friend about someone else who's not there. We've all done it.
When does this cross the line into gossip? And is all gossip bad?
Nicole and I discuss recent events of gossip in our lives and whether or not we were right or wrong.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Julie is frustrated.
She's making nearly $100,000 per year and can't seem to get ahead. After hearing lots of "work harder" advice online and not having enough hours in the day, she wants to give up.
In this Best of MKM episode (2019), I do my best to help Julie move forward.
Also, I'm throwing down another MKM Challenge! It's that time of year again for Big Tip Tuesday. I'm all about giving back to our hard-working neighbors in the service industry. I hope you'll join me!
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Tello: MVNO Cell Phone Plan
Credible: Refinance Private Student Loans
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The 10 Steps I Took to Quit My Job and Start My Business
10 Incredible Benefits of a Paid Off House
MKM RESOURCES
Thriving Families Facebook Community
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
It's been over 10 years since our family jumped on the Dave Ramsey Baby Steps.
Was it worth it?
In this BEST OF BREAD & WINE episode, Nicole and I review both the pros and cons of the Dave Ramsey Baby Steps after hitting Baby Step 7.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
For our 300th episode, I'm sharing my new and improved 10 Steps to Family Wealth and Happiness.
This is all of the information I've gained from the last 5 years of producing this family empowering podcast.
If you're new to the podcast, this is an excellent episode to start with. Enjoy!
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Mint: Free budgeting app
Quotacy: Get your free, online, no-hassle term life insurance quote today
Trust & Will: Protect your family with a trust and will
Vanguard: Trusted low-cost brokerage partner
Die With Zero: Book by Bill Perkins
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The 10 Steps I Took to Quit My Job and Start My Business
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MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
The FIRE Movement is all about financial independence.
Independence to do what you want and on your schedule.
In this BEST OF BREAD & WINE episode, Nicole and I discuss finding the FIRE Movement personally, the elements we like and how we define FIRE for our family.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Kevin has been working on paying off his mortgage for years but now he’s having second thoughts. Real estate investing sounds much more interesting to him now.
Brennan Schlagbaum, the founder of Budgetdog, joins me to discuss how Kevin can find his motivation to earn his paid-off house (or use his money another way).
On our Mortgage Free Family Segment today, we’re going to interview Mark & Tiffany Baker from Terre Haute, Indiana.
They recently paid off their mortgage as part of their path to real estate investing in their hometown.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Budgetdog (Instagram)
3 Sisters Investments (Website)
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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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
We all know telling the truth is a smart move.
But how honest do we need to be?
In this episode of Bread & Wine, Nicole and I discuss being forthright with your supervisor, straightforward with your partner, and the results of that honesty.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Chris Hutchins has accumulated over 10 million credit card rewards points. He’s used these points to travel first class with his wife and stay in luxury resorts around the world.
Today, he shares how he’s done it and how you can get started in the world of travel hacking.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Chris Hutchins (website)
Capital One Quicksilver: Our current favorite card (1.5% cashback, cash bonus offer, no annual fee)
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
After posting a video about how we became millionaires in 10 years, a conversation about privilege came to the forefront.
The video now has 1.6 million views and a boatload of comments about privilege vs hard work.
In this episode of Bread & Wine, Nicole and I discuss privilege and if it played a role in our family's financial independence story.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: And we'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
Mike wants to know how best to use his Health Savings Account (HSA) after receiving some larger medical bills. Ashlee deSteiger discusses options for Mike's HSA investment strategy and how others can take advantage of Health Savings Accounts.
Also, Bob Armour, CMO from M1 Finance, shares why investors should consider M1 Finance over Vanguard in our Fintech Spotlight segment.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Ashlee deSteiger (website)
M1 Finance: The Finance Super App
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
A lot of us are working toward something. A financial goal. A personal challenge. Overcoming a difficult career change.
Will life be better when you reach your final destination?
We discuss if the grass is greener on the other side or ... if it's just another shade of green after Nicole's recent career change.
BREAD & WINE RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k by Mark Manson (book mentioned during the show)
Buy Us a Cheap Bottle of Wine: We'll give you a shoutout during the show - thanks for the idea, Jacob!
Do you want to make a million with real estate?
Dustin Heiner was able to quit his job at 37 after building up enough passive income through long-distance real estate investing.
Check out his story and see how you can make a million in real estate.
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Dustin Heiner (Website)
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Are you looking to bring back intimacy in your marriage?
Nick and Amy McKinlay, founders of The Ultimate Intimacy App, share couples can grow their intimacy together.
We review the importance of communication, understanding your partner's love language, and how to get more (and better) sex.
RESOURCES
FamZoo: Prepaid debit cards for kids and financial education all in one! Use promo code “MKMFAMZOO” for an extra month of FamZoo!
The Ultimate Intimacy App: The #1 Marriage and Intimacy App for Couples
MKM Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/andyhillmkm
MKM Voicemail: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail
Our savings rate has dropped from 50% to 10% over the past couple of years ... does that mean we're abandoning the FIRE Movement?
I discuss this question after responding to a listener who feels our decreased savings feels like a departure from our financial goals in years past.
Also, we hear from Mandy and Sean Senske about how they became millionaires in their 30's through "boring investing".
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
FamZoo: Prepaid cards and financial education for kids, all in one award-winning app. Use the promo code MKMFAMZOO at check out for an extra month.
Die With Zero (Book)
Sean Senske (Website)
Mandy Senske (Website)
MKM RESOURCES
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 advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Nicole got a new job recently and she's so much happier. It is amazing how your life can change based on your job.
Feeling valued at work is very important for a lot of us. Nicole isn't alone.
According to a recent Gallup Poll, 48% of Americans are actively seeking new job opportunities. A big part of this search is their desire to feel valued and work for a company that aligns with their values.
We discuss this importance in both of our careers and how it shapes our lives.
RESOURCES
MKM Newsletter: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/freegift
MKM Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/andyhillmkm
MKM Voicemail: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail
Are you ready to take back your time?
Christy Wright shares the simple steps we can take to find life balance. We also discuss how your priorities can shift over time and why that's okay.
As a young parent, this episode really hit home!
EPISODE RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
Take Back Your Time (Christy Wright's Book)
MKM RESOURCES
When some people think of big dreams, they think of big houses, fancy cars, or flashy wardrobes.
But can big dreams be a lot simpler than that?
Nicole and I explore this topic, share out thoughts and ideas from the Marriage Kids and Money community as well.
RESOURCES
MKM Newsletter: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/freegift
MKM Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/andyhillmkm
MKM Voicemail: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail
Target Date Funds are rapidly surging in popularity lately.
Investors are flocking to this “set it and forget it” retirement tool as an easy way to diversify their portfolio and eliminate the fees of working with a high-cost broker.
But what are the pros and cons? I dive into my thoughts on the subject.
Also, we answer a question about whether it makes sense to decrease retirement investments to pay down the mortgage quicker.
Last but not least, my daughter Zoey joins me for another money quiz!
RESOURCES
Firstly: Smart budgeting tools and real-life advice to get you on the path to family financial wellness. Learn more today!
MKM Newsletter: Receive a Free Gift from me on how we paid off our mortgage in less than 5 years.
MKM Instagram: Connect with me on social media and say hello!
MKM Voicemail: Got a question? Leave me a voicemail.
What classifies someone as a "sell-out"?
Nicole and I explore whether either one of us has been a sell-out in the past. We also discuss what it actually means to be a sell-out.
We all need money, but where's the line?
RESOURCES
MKM Newsletter: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/freegift
Sorry to Bother You (Movie): https://amzn.to/3uxJds2
MKM Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/andyhillmkm
MKM Voicemail: http://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/voicemail