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Inspired Budget#203: What No One Tells You About Financial Advisors with Jeremy SchneiderToday, we’re sitting down again with Jeremy Schneider, and it feels just like catching up with an old friend who’s here to clear up the confusion around financial advisors. Jeremy, who's behind both Personal Finance Club and the new venture, Nectarine, shares personal stories and why finding genuine, unbiased financial advice can be tricky. If you've ever felt unsure about who to trust with your financial questions, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air, giving you the confidence to seek advice that truly has your best interest at heart.What...2025-04-1039 minInspired Budget#201: Unraveling Your Relationship with Money with Shannah GameIn this episode, Allison chats with Shannah Game, financial expert and author of "Unraveling Your Relationship with Money." They dive into the deep end of our feelings about money, discussing how emotional and psychological factors impact our financial decisions. This episode is packed with stories and tips on how to manage your money mindfully.What You'll Learn:The importance of emotions in your financial life.Simple steps to fix unhealthy money habits.How to feel good about your finances, no matter your bank balance.Resources Mentioned:Shannah Game's Book: Unraveling...2025-03-2725 minInspired Budget#200: Breaking Free from Credit Card Debt in 2025In this episode, Allison shares a 4-step strategy that will make a real difference in your financial life and help you break free from credit card debt.These are real steps for real people who want to pay off their credit card debt, stop the debt cycle, and build a healthier relationship with credit. If you're feeling overwhelmed by credit card balances, stressed about making minimum payments, or sick of throwing money away on interest, this episode is exactly what you need. Think of it as your roadmap to finally getting ahead of your credit c...2025-03-2030 minInspired Budget#198: Why Your Budget Isn’t Working (and How to Fix It)In this episode, we're diving into the 6 sneaky reasons your budget might be failing (and trust me, you're not alone in this!). Ever look at your bank account and wonder where all your money went, even though you had a budget? Been there! I'm sharing a real story about how life threw our family a curveball last month with medical expenses, and how we handled it.You Will Learn:Those Tricky Irregular Expenses: How to handle those surprise (but not really surprise) expenses like car maintenance and annual subscriptions without derailing your whole budget.2025-03-0623 minInspired Budget#197: How Your Money Story Shapes Your Financial Life with Jessica MoorhouseEver feel like you’re doing all the “right” things with your money but still not getting the results you want? In this episode, I chat with Jessica Moorhouse, author of Everything But Money, about the often-overlooked barriers that hold us back financially.Jessica shares her personal story of growing up with financial shame, how family history influences our money habits, and the transformative power of rewriting your money story. What You’ll Learn:Why your money habits are shaped by your childhood experiencesHow trauma (big or small) impacts your financial decisionsActionable steps to start rew...2025-02-2731 minInspired Budget#196: The 4 Money Conversations You Can’t AvoidIn this episode, we're talking about 4 must-have money talks with your partner or family. You know, the kind that can feel a bit awkward but are totally crucial if you want to keep things smooth in the finance department.If you've ever felt nervous about bringing up the budget or debt with your loved ones, or if you're just not sure how to start that kind of conversation, this one's for you. I'm pulling from my own life (yep, all the messy and successful bits) to help you see you're not alone in this.You...2025-02-2129 minInspired Budget#192: What to Do with Your Tax Refund? Save, Spend, or Pay Debt?Join us for this special Q&A episode of the Inspired Budget Podcast! Today, Allison answers your questions about everything from managing a tax refund to setting up your bank accounts and budgeting after losing your job. Questions We Answer:How should I use my tax refund? Should I save it, pay off debt, or spend it?What kinds of bank accounts should I have, and how should I split my money between them?What’s the best way to budget if I've been laid off?If you're looking for straightforward, useful advice on...2025-01-2322 minInspired Budget#189: How to Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle in 2025Kick off 2025 with Allison Baggerly on the Inspired Budget Podcast as she guides you through breaking free from living paycheck to paycheck. This episode isn’t just about scraping by; it’s about creating a financially stable future. Whether you’re struggling at the end of each month or just looking to improve your financial situation, this episode has actionable advice for everyone.What You'll Learn:Practical steps to stop living paycheck to paycheck.How to set up safeguards to protect against financial surprises.Strategies to increase income and reduce major expenses.Tips fo...2025-01-0220 minInspired Budget#188: 5 Steps to Be Financially Responsible in 2025Ready to set yourself up for financial success in 2025? In this episode, Allison shares her best tips for getting your money right as we head into the new year. You'll learn how to:Look back at your money moves from 2024 to see what's working and what's not.Set up a budget that fits your life and goals for 2025.Clear out any debt from holiday spending quickly.Build or top up your emergency fund for peace of mind.Set clear and doable money goals for the year.This chat is perfect if you're feeling swamped by your finances...2024-12-2620 minInspired Budget#187: Frugal Doesn’t Mean Boring: Tips for Budgeting with BalanceIn this episode, Allison Baggerly sits down with Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni to chat about their new book, Buy What You Love Without Going Broke, and what frugal living really means. Spoiler: it’s not about feeling deprived! They break down how being frugal can actually be fun and fulfilling, sharing how financial limits can spark creativity.If you want to learn how to enjoy life while staying on top of your finances, then this episode is for you!Get the book: Buy What You Love Without Going BrokeSave money on yo...2024-12-1937 min