Pull up a chair to the happy hour you wish your friends were having. Mix two money experts with some hot takes and a splash of nostalgia, and you get Rachel Cruze and George Kamel talking unfiltered about what’s going on in the world, pop culture, and how to afford a life you love.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 2 days 7 hours 22 minutes
Are These Status Symbols Timeless or Tired?
What do puka shells, water beds and lifted trucks have in common? They’re all status symbols (or were at some point). In this episode, Rachel and George will unpack the most popular and bizarre status symbols from throughout history and around the world. They’ll also reveal which ones are worth pursuing—and how to not break the bank in the process.
Celebrating Birthdays Without Breaking the Bank
???? Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget! Cue the confetti! What better way to celebrate Rachel's and George’s birthdays than with some birthday-themed trends and trivia, the birthday freebie list that dreams are made of, and affordable gift ideas. Plus, they’ll give their best tips for throwing a birthday bash on a budget. Next Steps · ???? Check out Rachel’s newest book for a sweet way to talk to your kids about the most important gifts in their lives...
Today Year’s Old: Surprising Money Facts Everyone Should Know
???? Create a free budget. Sign up for EveryDollar today! You were “today years old” when . . . you learned about catch-up contributions, HSA benefits and the scam of genuine leather. Today we’re spilling all the tea on money (and life) lessons we learned too early, too late or right on time. Next Steps ???? Preorder George Kamel’s new book, Breaking Free From Broke, and get more than $100 in FREE bonus items. https://store.ramseysolutions...
Frugal Fails that Might Actually Ruin You
We love a heroic attempt to save money! Until it backfires. (Let’s be real: We’ve all botched at least one DIY project.) Join Rachel and George for a relatable recap of the internet’s best frugal fails and find out where penny pinching might cost you more in the long run!
Are You Guilty of These Financial Turn Offs?
Venmo requests for $2? Obsessively checking the Dow’s daily swings? No thanks! Rachel and George are calling out America’s cringiest financial “icks” so you don’t have to. Plus, they’ve got some thoughts for the haters who think our tried and true financial principles are a total turnoff.
When Is Dipping into Your Savings Justified?
Stash, stash, spend! In this episode, Rachel and George are breaking down America’s current attitude about saving money. Plus, they’ll decide which popular explanations for dipping into savings are justified—and their answers might surprise you.
“Harmless” Purchases That Drain Your Bank Account
Life is hard, but it’s nothing a “little treat” can’t fix . . . right? Get Rachel and George’s take on the true cost of those seemingly innocent serotonin splurges. Plus, we’re keeping our hosts honest about the treats they secretly love to indulge in!
Rating the Most Predatory Financial Products
???? Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget! Are we the world’s biggest basketball fans? Not exactly. But we’re always game for a friendly bracket competition! Join Rachel and George for a special round of March MONEY Madness as they debate some of the worst financial products in the world. Next Steps · ???? Get help from a financial advisor to avoid those sneaky loopholes that will leave you broke...
Settling Money Debates in Our Comments Section
???? Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget! What do Smart Money Happy Hour viewers really think about cutting up credit cards, the Baby Steps, and combining finances with their spouse? Tune in to find out! This week, George and Rachel react to your comments and raise their glasses to all the keyboard critics, trolls and BFFs who keep things lively in the comments section. Next Steps · ???? Check out the popular video where we explain our most hated financial advice...
Are These Financial Loopholes Ludacris or Legit?
???? Sign up for EveryDollar today. Create a free budget! We admit it: We love saving money! This week, George and Rachel are dishing out some of their favorite legit (and ludicrous) money loopholes, discounts and freebies that you might miss if you don’t read the fine print. (Free refills at Starbucks? Hello!) Next Steps · ???? Get help from a financial advisor to avoid those sneaky loopholes that will leave you broke...