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Gals Getting RichS4 E1: Updates, Where have we been, and a Slew of Money MovesIn today's episode, the gals reconvene for the long-awaited season 4. They talk about their major updates *ahem* vattsa's engagement *cough cough* along with all their money moves from the past several months. The gals give status on what's to come for GGR and future episodes for the season. If you're looking for a good chit chat, this is the episode for you.
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2024-01-3032 minGals Getting RichS3 E5: Interview with Millionaire, Finfluencer, and Real Estate Investor, @JayMillennialIn today's episode, the gals welcome their first ever guest, Jay Millennial, the iconic finfluencer taking the internet by storm with his wild ride to becoming a millionaire at 27. Maeve and Jay discuss everything from being a finance influencer on Instagram, Jay's real estate portfolio, how Jay approaches his finances, and they even take a deep dive into Jay's journey to becoming a millionaire. Jay even reveals one of his biggest financial regrets (hint- it may have been around timing in the real estate market) and how he swerved his crypto portfolio away from devastation. Maeve comes prepared for...
2023-06-121h 02Gals Getting RichS3 E4: Value-based spendingIn today's episode, Maeve and Vattsa explore value-based spending: what it is, why it's important, what it means within the context of your life, and more. They cover their opinions about it, how they view it within their own lives, and why it's an important mindset and practice to adopt. Keeping up with the Joneses is exhausting, but following your own values and morals is empowering. The gals talk about areas they value spending money on and areas where they like to reel back the spending and save. Tune in to hear what these two gals have to say!
2023-06-0614 minGals Getting RichS3 E3: Why tracking spending relieves stressIn today's episode, Maeve and Vattsa explore why tracking spending can relieve stress. They share their lukewarm takes on how they budget and why they don't follow a rigid budget. The gals bond over their easy-going, carefree ways of tracking spending and give suggestions for how to do it best. Tune in to hear what these two gals have to say!
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2023-05-2922 minGals Getting RichS3 E2: Finding your work life balanceIn today's episode, the gals discuss work life balance - how to find it, how to maintain it, and why it's important. Tune in to hear all about it!
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2023-05-2431 minGals Getting RichS3 E1: Identity Theft: How to protect yourself & your credit scoreIn today's episode, the gals dive into identity theft and all things security related to your banking credentials, credit score, and the endless passwords across all your applications. Many people think that identity theft won't happen to them but guess what- it happens more often than you think. In 2021 alone, 1,434,698 Americans reported identity theft. Maeve and Vattsa cover what to do if your identity gets stolen, how to store your passwords, strategies to protect your credit, and so much more. Whether or not you've been a victim of identity theft, this episode is for you.
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2023-05-1517 minGals Getting RichS2 E12: Things we don't buy anymoreMaeve and Vattsa have a collective goal- to be more mindful with their spending and cautious of the things they invite into their environment. With the recent deinfluencing trends circulating the internet, the gals felt that there's no better time to hop on the band wagon. They share a fully-loaded list of things they used to buy but no longer purchase anymore and WHY. What changed? What was the 'a-ha' moment that lead to this conclusion? Tune in to hear what these two gals have to say!
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2023-02-1629 minGals Getting RichS2 E11: Money and RelationshipsWhen it comes to relationships, finances can be a sensitive topic. Whether you're discussing money with friends, family, or a significant other- it can be hard to embrace those conversations. The gals, Maeve and Vattsa, talk all about navigating the intersection of money and relationships. They discuss everything from splitting finances with a significant other, lending money to a friend, and helping out your family with some money.
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2023-02-0732 minGals Getting RichS2 E10: What is ESG investing?Have you ever wondered how to more sustainably invest your money? The gals, Maeve and Vattsa, talk all about ESG investing (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and how to implement it in your life. They also give a workaround if you've already invested in not-so-great companies. Everything is covered from the nice and naughty list of companies to the scandals that riddle them.
ESG Mutual Funds and ETFs mentioned: VFTAX, FITLX, EFIV, ESGU
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2023-01-3129 minGals Getting RichS2 E9: Our Money SystemsThe gals, Maeve and Vattsa, discuss the money systems they implement in order to streamline their finances. They share all the details of how money trickles down from their paychecks to their savings and what strategies they employ.
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2023-01-2325 minGals Getting RichS2 E8: Things we wish we knew and lessons we're still learningThe gals, Maeve and Vattsa, get real vulnerable here. The two discuss all the lessons and anecdotes they are still learning whether that's learning to demand respect, not flinch at spending money on fitness, taking initiative to make plans, or not seeing life as a competition. This episode is filled with "to-be" money moves. Listen in to learn how Maeve and Vattsa are looking to improve in their personal lives!
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2023-01-1634 minGals Getting RichS2 E7: Should you hire a wealth manager/financial advisor?In today's episode, the gals, Maeve and Vattsa, discuss the pros and cons to wealth managers and financial advisors. Hear what they have to say!
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2023-01-0921 minGals Getting RichS2 E6: New Year's GoalsIn today's episode, the gals, Maeve and Vattsa, share their goals for 2023 ranging from finances, mental health, traveling, food, and optimizing their wardrobe. Hear what they have to say!
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2023-01-0329 minGals Getting RichS2 E5: All about Backdoor Roth IRA and Mega Backdoor Roth IRAIn today's episode, the gals, Maeve and Vattsa, talk about about two of their favorite tax loopholes- the Backdoor Roth IRA and the Mega Backdoor Roth IRA. They share all the details you need to know, the caveats with both, the strategies they employ when using these tax loopholes, and all the pros and cons you need to know about these backdoors. Listen to hear what they have to say!
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2022-12-2627 minGals Getting RichS2 E4: People who have taught us critical financial lessonsIn today's episode, Maeve and Vattsa share the awesome people who have taught them critical financial lessons. They share everyone from close family members, to Finfluencers, to Authors. Furthermore, the two gals share the lessons each person taught them. Listen to hear what they have to say!
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2022-12-1928 minGals Getting RichS2 E3: What to do if you lose your jobIn today's episode, Maeve and Vattsa what to do if you lose your job. They cover everything from the severance package, health insurance, budgeting, to looking for a new job. Tune in to hear all about it!
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2022-12-1226 minGals Getting RichS2 E2: Just Because it's Free, Doesn't Mean it's Good For MeIn today's episode, Maeve and Vattsa discuss the biggest marketing ploy out there: Free Swag and Hefty Discounts. They explore the psychology behind these tactics, how there is no ethical consumption under capitalism, and why there is no such thing as a free lunch. Tune in to hear all about it!
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2022-12-0531 minGals Getting RichS2 E1: Side Hustle Experiment: The Impact of Working a Side Hustle for a YearToday's episode is all about spilling the tea of Maeve's side hustle experiment. She worked a side hustle for an entire year and invested all the earnings in order to see how big of an impact a side hustle will have on her finances in the long term.
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2022-11-2824 minGals Getting RichS1 E12: Credit Card StrategiesMaeve & Vattsa talk about their credit card strategies from how many credit cards you should have, how often you should open up a new credit card, how frequently you should pay the bill, and why they incorporate credit cards into their overarching financial strategies. Maeve has several "hot takes" on credit cards and spills all the tea.
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2022-08-3030 minGals Getting RichS1 E11: Money PsychologyMaeve & Vattsa talk about the psychology of money and the human behaviors surrounding spending and saving. They explore topics on not being able to quantify the value a purchase brings to someone, making money decisions to optimize happiness and not the cheapest price, and how spending money can actually be an investment in your relationships. Tune in to hear their thoughts on spending behaviors!
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2022-08-2220 minGals Getting RichS1 E10: Comparing Taxable Brokerage PlatformsMaeve & Vattsa compare the various taxable brokerage platforms and the pros and cons with each of them. They break taxable brokerages into three simple categories: 1. The Three Bad Bois (Vanguard, Fidelity, Charles Schwab), 2. Robo-Advisors & Intelligent Portfolios, and 3. Cutesy Accounts. Tune in to learn all about the various investing platform options!
Maeve's Favorite Index Funds: VTSAX (Vanguard), FZROX (Fidelity), SWTSX (Charles Schwab)
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2022-08-1325 minGals Getting RichS1 E9: Our Biggest Financial MistakesMaeve & Vattsa spill all the tea on their BIGGEST financial mistakes. These two girls may only be 25 years old, but they have a plethora of mistakes to share. Tune in to learn from their mistakes!
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2022-08-0626 minGals Getting RichS1 E8: All About CryptoMaeve & Vattsa love talking about Crypto. It can be a pretty dense topic so the gals break it down into easy, digestible snippets that describe the overall concept of Cryptocurrency. They talk about the many types of crypto out there, how to buy cryptocurrencies, where to buy your crypto, the different kinds of crypto wallets, and their conspiracy theory as to why the popular Cryptocurrency exchange, Celsius, went bankrupt.
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2022-07-3029 minGals Getting RichS1 E7: Buy Now Pay Later: Good Idea or Slippery Slope?Maeve & Vattsa do a deep dive into Buy Now Pay Later Companies and analyze whether they are predatory to consumers or if they provide beneficial leverage to consumers. They talk all about how they got started and the current state of these massive BNPL companies and why they're not doing as well post-pandemic. Maeve recounts her story of financing her comfy couch and how it relates to BNPL.
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2022-07-2320 minGals Getting RichS1 E6: Comparing Salaries & How to Not Get FOMOMaeve & Vattsa take the time to discuss pay transparency- the good, the bad, and the ugly. They dive into when comparing salaries is helpful and when it's not as beneficial. They look into ways they find satisfaction and fulfillment in their lives outside of their pay and how they realign their thinking to not get FOMO when someone is paid more.
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2022-07-1633 minGals Getting RichS1 E5: 6 Tips to Prepare for a RecessionMaeve and Vattsa share 5 tips to prepare for a recession and discuss the impending recession looming over our heads.
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2022-07-0923 min
Gals Getting RichS1 E4: Is Renting Throwing Away Money?Maeve and Vattsa discuss whether paying rent is "throwing away" money compared to paying a mortgage. They dive into all the caveats and scenarios to consider when deciding which situation is best for yourself.
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2022-07-0225 minGals Getting RichS1 E3: Investing Order of Operations - How to Prioritize your InvestmentsMaeve and Vattsa share how they would prioritize investing between the many investment accounts such as your Roth IRA, HSA, employer-sponsored retirement plan, etc. Tune in to hear the "investing order of operations"!
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2022-06-2529 minGals Getting RichS1 E2: college to corporate pipeline - how to set up your finances right outta collegeMaeve and Vattsa discuss how they would set up their finances if they were transitioning from living their best college lives to hunkering down and working their corporate jobs. They dive into topics such as setting up an emergency fund, opening a starter credit card, getting your employer match, investing within your 401k or other employer-sponsored plan, and more.
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2022-06-1833 minGals Getting RichS1 E1: getting started with investing & how we got started!Maeve and Vattsa discuss how they got started investing & their top 5 investing tips.
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