Maggie Tucker - Podcast Details

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Inside Out Money*APRIL FOOLS* 104. Wealth Whispers - ASMR your way thru this financial checklistWe heard ASMR is all the rage, so we’re excited to introduce you to Wealth Whispers. Enjoy the soothing voices of Maggie and Liz walking you through a financial checklist to get you on the right financial path, with ASMR to heighten the journey. Y'all... this is an APRIL FOOL'S joke that's way too long for an April's fools joke... listen at your own risk!Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/104-wealth-whispers-asmr-your-way-thru-this-financial-checklist/2025-04-0119 min

Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for FamiliesSpending Time Wisely in Early Retirement | Maggie TuckerWhat happens when you achieve financial independence and early retirement? Maggie Tucker joins us to share her journey of retiring at 41, leaving corporate America, and embracing a life of flexibility, purpose, and family. As the founder and host of Inside Out Money, Maggie talks about overcoming the challenges of early retirement, finding fulfillment beyond a traditional career, and raising financially mindful kids. Listen to her insights on early retirement, smart money habits, and the mindset shifts that helped her break free from the 9-to-5 grind.🔹 How Maggie and her husband retired early after 20 years in...2025-03-181h 02

Inside Out Money079. The new American Dream - Is it misunderstood or evolving?We explore the concept of the American Dream and how it has evolved over time. What we initially considered success in life isn’t quite how we would define success today. Many people now choose to live beneath their means, save more, spend less, and sometimes even retire early. We share personal stories, practical tips, and insights to help you define your own American dream. Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - What we thought the American Dream was, and we each had different POVs - A brief history of th...2024-10-1438 min

Inside Out Money078. Take back the holidays - 8 ways to spend less this holiday seasonThe holidays have evolved into a time of the year overly focused on consumerism and spending money, but we encourage you all to take back the holidays and focus on what matters the most to you! We encourage you to reconsider how you’re spending the holidays and share tactical ideas to spend less on decor and gifts going into the holiday season. In this week’s podcast, we talk about: - How to spend less going into the holidays - How to take back the holidays to focus on what matters to you 2024-10-0744 min

Inside Out Money077. Listener Q&A - Debt, Savings, Windfalls, Deferred Compensation, Withdrawal Strategies, and more!This week, I’m answering your questions about debt, emergency savings, sudden windfalls, deferred compensation, withdrawal strategies, Andrew going vegan, monarch money, savings on kid's stuff, when to track your net worth estate planning, and more! In this week’s podcast, we talk about: - How to stay motivated while getting out of debt - How to handle an unexpected large sum of money - Influencer courses and if they’re worth your money and time - Finances in a blended family that is early retired - Advice...2024-09-3041 min

Inside Out Money076. Investing terms you should know - ETFs vs. mutual funds, target date funds, expense ratios, dividends, market vs. limit orders, and more!Investing often seems more complicated than needed, so we’re explaining some key terms to help you better navigate the investing and financial world more confidently. We share which ones we think matter the most and what you should focus on as an investor. Andrew joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The difference between a stock and a bond and the historical performance of each - The difference between ETFs, index funds, and mutual funds - Market vs. limit orders and which one you should focus on 2024-09-2345 min

Inside Out Money075. The cost of convenience - Is it worth it?In the tradeoff between your time and your money, we discuss whether it’s worth it to pay for convenience, from pre-cut food at the grocery store to having your house professionally cleaned to food delivery apps. We explore whether these conveniences are worth the extra expense, and we explore the pros and cons, share personal stories, and offer tips for finding a balance between convenience and cost. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The tradeoff of our time versus our money - How to be thoughtful and inte...2024-09-1658 min

Inside Out Money074. An investing discussion: how to get started, are ESGs worth it, what to do when the market’s down, automating your investments, and moreInvesting feels overwhelming and complicated to many people, but it doesn’t need to be. It can be simple and easy to get started. Join us for a discussion on investing that we hope will help you get started and feel better on your investing journey. Erica joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why investing is more simple than many make it out to be - Why investing in low-cost, simple index funds is the answer - If ESGs are worth it - What to do w...2024-09-0950 min

Inside Out Money073. Grocery Savings Hacks: Where to shop, freezing food, and more!Groceries have been getting more expensive lately, but there are still plenty of simple, low-effort ways to save money on groceries. We share our best money-saving hacks for our family of five. Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - What we typically spend on groceries - Why we do most of our shopping at Aldi, Lidl, and Sam’s Club - How we keep our food costs lower and the specific things we do Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: http...2024-09-0129 min

Inside Out Money072. The best financial advice no one wants to take: Move your money to a high-yield savings account already!Everyone should keep their savings, emergency funds, and extra cash in a high-yield savings account (HYSA) to optimize their money. High-yield savings accounts are paying as high as 5.5% interest and have been for over a year. Make sure you’re taking advantage of this and maximizing your growth potential! Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - What is a high-yield savings account and why you should have one - Why high-yield savings accounts are a safe place to keep your money - FDIC Insurance - How b...2024-08-2646 min

The Mindful FIRE Podcast141 : Two Years After FIRE: 8 Lessons from Early Retirement with Maggie TuckerIn this episode: Financial independence, Early retirement, Mindset shifts, Lessons learned, Parenting challenges with Maggie TuckerEpisode SummaryIn this episode of the Mindful Fire podcast, host Adam Coelho welcomes back Maggie Tucker to discuss her journey towards financial independence and early retirement. Maggie shares her experiences and insights gained over two years since leaving her corporate job. The conversation delves into the mindset shifts necessary for embracing a new lifestyle, the challenges of parenting during this transition, and the importance of being patient and kind to oneself throughout the process.2024-08-201h 04

Inside Out Money071. Listener Q&A - Boring middles, making FI friends, investment strategies, kids, and moreThis week, I’m answering your questions about early retirement, investing, raising financially literate kids, making like-minded friends, and more! In this week’s podcast, we talk about: - Sitting in the boring middle of achieving FI - Enjoying the journey versus the destination - How do you know when you have enough money to retire - How to make FI friends - Best FI meetup groups and conferences - Investment strategies - Thoughts on CFPs (Certified Financial Planners) - Bringing up fin...2024-08-1936 min

Inside Out Money070. Save money by using what you already haveThis one thing can save you money, help the environment, declutter your house, and improve your mental health; it’s using the things you already have! We share practical tips and strategies for reframing your mind to focus on everything you already own inside your home before you allow yourself to acquire new things. Erica joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The many benefits of using what we already have before we buy new things - Mindful approaches to consumption - Practical tips and strategies for using up wh...2024-08-1443 min

Inside Out Money069. Avoid these money mishaps and win long-termThe key to growing long-term wealth is to spend less than you make and invest the difference, but there are also some money mistakes you should avoid. Make sure you listen and avoid these money mishaps to win long-term. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why whole life insurance is so bad - The pros and cons of 401k loans - Buying stuff you can’t afford and don’t need on credit cards - Get rich quick schemes - Trying to time t...2024-08-0548 min

Inside Out Money068. Is life more expensive in early retirement?People often say you’ll spend less in retirement, but who are these people, and is this true? We break down some common beliefs about retirement spending and share our own personal experiences of being retired early for two years. Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The retirement smile - How much we’ve spent over the last five years - People say retired life costs less - Is this true? - Where we’re spending more: Before retirement? Or since early retirement? - How o...2024-07-2933 min

Inside Out Money067. Two investment metrics you should understand - CAPE ratio and SORRUnderstanding the CAPE (Cyclically Adjusted Price-to-Earnings) ratio and SORR (Sequence of Returns Risk) matters if you’re investing in the stock market and making future plans based on those investments. These metrics provide a stable benchmark for valuation and can help identify market bubbles or periods of undervaluation; they’re important to understand and can help inform your future plans. Andrew joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - What CAPE ratio and SORR stand for and how to calculate them - How CAPE ratio is different from the stan...2024-07-2240 min

Inside Out Money066. Mid-year spend review with Liz, Andrew, and GregThree families share what we spent in the first half of 2024. Who’s spending is the highest and lowest? And is there really a winner or loser!? We’re big fans of intentional spending and not spending more than you earn. We share the nitty gritty details of our spending so far in 2024. Liz, Andrew, and Greg join this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why we track our expenses - How we track our expenses and why we’ve all shifted to using Monarch - How much are families s...2024-07-151h 02

The Mindful FIRE Podcast135 : Retiring early at 41 with Maggie TuckerPodcast Show Notes In this episode: Early Retirement, FIRE, Financial Independence, Mindfulness, with Guest Maggie Tucker Episode Summary: In this episode, Adam Coelho interviews Maggie Tucker, who retired early at the age of 41. They discuss Maggie's journey to financial independence and the steps she took to achieve early retirement. The episode is divided into two parts, with this episode focusing on Maggie's experience eight months after retiring. Guest Bio: Maggie Tucker is a retired corporate professional and a mother of three. After spending 20 years in corporate America, she decided...2024-07-091h 18

Inside Out Money065. Save money and the planet - Shopping secondhand for the winSecondhand products can save you money, save the planet, help others earn money, build community, and so much more! We encourage everyone to think secondhand first anytime they want or need something. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Benefits of shopping secondhand and thrifting - Best practices and tips for shopping secondhand - How to keep an eye out for scammers when buying used items on Facebook marketplace - Resources for where to shop secondhand - Some of our best secondhand purchases - What we’re willing to buy secondhand versus what we’d prefer to buy...2024-07-0846 min

Inside Out Money064. Packing light and spending light while travelingPacking less and spending less while traveling abroad or domestically is possible and can make travel much more enjoyable! Travel a bit lighter and spend a bit less to splurge on the stuff that matters. Join us for a discussion on intentional travel spending. Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why we pack light when traveling with our three kids - What we pack and how we make it work - How we spend light when traveling - What we spend less on versus where we splurge while traveling - How trip budgets have transformed tr...2024-07-0143 min

Inside Out Money063. Number one early retirement metric: your savings rateIt’s not about what you make, it’s about the difference between what you make and what you spend. If you know those two numbers you can calculate your savings rates, and if you know it you can improve upon it. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The number one most important metric for achieving early retirement - How to calculate your savings rate - What our savings rates are and have been - How your savings rate equates to the number of years...2024-06-2454 min

Inside Out Money062. Our favorite savings hacks that will save you thousands a yearActionable advice to stop comparing yourself to others and start focusing on your own life. We all compare ourselves to others, but we also know comparison is the thief of joy and we will be happier when we learn to spend less time comparing and more time living. Andew joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The importance of tracking expenses - Our favorite savings hacks on home, grocery, shopping - Examples of how to negotiate realtor fees - Why renting a house can actually save you...2024-06-1742 min

Inside Out Money061. Transform intentions into action - Navigating the execution gapStart doing the things rather than just saying the things. Learn how to transform your intentions into actions and, in the process, close the execution gap that many of us struggle with. Erica joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - How to transform your intentions into actions - Closing the execution gap - The power of habits and our favorite book on building habits - The challenges we all face in translating intentions into consistent actions - The psychological factors that influence the execution gap...2024-06-1027 min

Inside Out Money060. Progress over perfection - Understanding perfectionism to improve our financesUnderstanding the science and root of perfectionism can help us to focus on the good and let go of the bad. We encourage you to focus on progress over perfection and leverage that mindset to improve your finances. Greg joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The science of perfectionism - How perfectionism can be helpful and harmful - The three types of perfectionism - The difference between conscientiousness and perfectionism - The difference between perfectionism and imposter syndrome - Ways to com...2024-06-0343 min

Inside Out Money059. Splitting Finances with Your Partner - Practical Approaches for Financial TransparencyFinances can be one of the most stressful parts of a relationship, but they don’t need to be. We share actionable advice for setting up your finances with your partner, focusing on transparency and alignment. Liz joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - The various ways to organize your finances with a partner or spouse - The pros and cons of splitting versus combining finances - Multiple ways to tactically split expenses - Importance of a money management philosophy and approach with your partner - T...2024-05-2752 min

Inside Out Money058. Breaking up with your financial planner - Why and how to do itThe financial services industry often profits from the misconception that managing your investments is too complex, leading you to believe that you should pay them to do it for you. This just isn’t true, and we debunk this myth and explain how to transition from relying on a financial advisor to managing your own investments. Andrew joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why it’s so important to consider the long-term cost of financial advisor’s fees - The differences between a commission-based and fee-based/hourly financial advisor ...2024-05-2026 min

Inside Out Money057. Comparison is the thief of joy - Stop comparing yourself to othersActionable advice to stop comparing yourself to others and start focusing on your own life. We all compare ourselves to others, but we also know comparison is the thief of joy and we will be happier when we learn to spend less time comparing and more time living. Erica joins this week’s podcast as we talk about: - Why it’s so dangerous to compare ourselves to others - The importance of mindset to improve our finances and overall happiness - Buddhist POV on comparison - Social media’s role...2024-05-1333 min

Inside Out Money056. 8 lessons learned two years into early retirementGreg joins this week's podcast, and we share our most significant reflections and learnings after two years of being early-retired. We break it down into our eight biggest learnings: There’s nothing to be afraid of, be patient and kind with yourself, do less and set boundaries, monitor your hustling and what you’re chasing, structure and routine add value, it’s OK to focus on yourself, be present in this phase of life as there will be other phases ahead, and experiment and pivot. Join us as we get vulnerable on the highs and lows of the first two yea...2024-05-0650 min

Inside Out Money055. Our formula for how much to keep in your emergency fundLiz joins this week's podcast, and we talk about all things emergency funds. We start with why it’s so important to have an emergency fund and what emergency funds are meant to be used for versus not. We dig into all of the things you need to know about emergency funds, from where to keep it to how much you need in one. In addition to giving some general guidance on how much to keep in your emergency fund, we provide a specific tool and formula to help you decide on your own circumstances. Get the full show no...2024-04-2942 min

Inside Out Money054. 15 things we don't spend money onAndrew joins this week's podcast, and we talk about all of the things we don’t spend money on. We’re all about intentional spending, and we spend a lot of time talking about what we do spend our money on, and it’s interesting to also reflect on what we’re not spending money on. Check out which of us isn’t spending on car washes, house cleaning services, yard care services, haircuts, clothing, makeup, and more! Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/054-15-things-we-dont-spend-money-on/ 2024-04-2240 min

Inside Out Money053. Why we’re more exhausted than ever and how it’s impacting our financesErica joins this week's podcast, and we talk about exhaustion, how it’s impacting our finances, and how we can mitigate exhaustion to improve our lives. We start off by discussing an article in TIME magazine about exhaustion, which shares three often overlooked causes of exhaustion: unsustainable lifestyles, stress beyond our control, and financial insecurity. We share our thoughts on how to adjust our lifestyles and finances to aim for less exhaustion and a healthier happier life. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/053-why-were-more-exhausted-than-ever-and-how-its-impacting-our-finances/2024-04-1536 min

Inside Out Money052. Simplifying our finances - How we’re saving $20K by ditching robo-investingGreg joins this week's podcast, and we share why and how we’re migrating our investments from Wealthfront to Fidelity, which will save us $20K+ in fees over the next ten years. We share how this will save us money, allow us to receive dividends instead of auto reinvesting them, better control our portfolio, and improve our performance. We share the backstory of why we started investing with Wealthfront 10 years ago and why it’s no longer serving us in the future. And Maggie’s brother Alex happens to call right as we’re wrapping up and joins for an impro...2024-04-0837 min

Inside Out Money051. Taming Target and Amazon: We pull up our order history for you to judgeLiz joins this week's podcast for a very impromptu discussion where we reveal our Amazon and Target purchases for the last few months. We review each other’s purchases and discuss what we’re spending our money on lately and how it makes us feel. We each aim to focus on intentional spending, and reviewing your expenses with a friend is a fun way to check your spending. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/051-taming-target-and-amazon-we-pull-up-our-order-history-for-you-to-judge/2024-04-011h 05

Inside Out Money050. From Cubicles to CampFI - An interview with two early-retiree couplesFor the 50th Inside Out Money episode, Maggie interviews two early-retiree couples at campFI: Stacey & Andy and Amber & Bob. They share their stories of how they prepared for early retirement, challenges and learnings along the way, and much more. They also talk about their feelings along the journey, how they’re maintaining a sense of purpose and fulfillment without traditional work, the value of finding your tribe, and the power of asking interesting questions. We also take a few questions from our live audience. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/050-f...2024-03-2559 min

Inside Out Money049. Is it Deprivation or Discipline? And Will It Improve My Finances?Andrew joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the difference between deprivation and discipline, how they are interrelated, and why it all matters. We dig into the reality of needs versus wants and how reframing deprivation as discipline can help you improve your finances and other aspects of your life. We wrap up the discussion with recommendations for improving your discipline. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/049-is-it-deprivation-or-discipline-and-will-it-improve-my-finances/2024-03-1733 min

Inside Out Money048. 5 cell phone hacks to save you thousandsGreg joins this week's podcast, and we share five cell phone savings hacks that can save you thousands of dollars. We share how to get the cheapest and best cell phone coverage, how to use eSIM cards for international travel, our favorite Otterbox cases and how to leverage their lifetime warranty, how to get free cell phone insurance protection from your credit cards, and how and when to buy the cell phones themselves. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/048-5-cell-phone-hacks-to-save-you-thousands/2024-03-0741 min

Inside Out Money047. The economics of happiness - Will a bigger house or shorter commute make me happier?Erica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the economics of happiness and what research shows will and won’t make you happier. We share the macronutrients of happiness, according to David Brooks and Oprah, and how we should be striving to be happier versus a fixed ideal nirvana state of happiness. We talk through each of the factors that can have a meaningful influence on our happiness, and, just as importantly, what doesn’t correlate to our happiness. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/047-the-economics-of-happiness-will-a-bigger-house-or-shorter-commute-make-you-happier/2024-03-0447 min

Inside Out Money046. Smash or Pass? Common financial rulesLiz joins this week's podcast, and somehow, we’re deciding to smash or pass common financial rules. We explain many common financial rules around savings, investing, and buying a house and car and dig into whether we’d smash or pass on the rule and why. In addition to a lot of laughing, we hope you also learn something new. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/046-smash-or-pass-common-financial-rules/2024-02-2646 min

Inside Out Money045. The one metric you likely don’t track: Lifetime gross savings rateAndrew joins this week's podcast, and we discuss a metric we love but think many people likely don’t track. We explain the lifetime gross savings rate (aka lifetime wealth ratio), how to calculate it, and why we like this particular metric. This is the one metric that can encapsulate your lifetime financial progress combined with the efficiency of your earnings. It’s also one of a few metrics that allows you to benchmark yourself against others and normalize and adjust for different earnings and income levels. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: Andrew joins this...2024-02-1931 min

Inside Out Money044. Love don’t cost a thing - Our love and money storyGreg joins this week's podcast, and we share how we met and how our financial and life discussions progressed to end up early retiring together in 2022. Did you know research supports that saving money is a sexy quality in a partner!? We talk about love and money more generally, and how you can keep a relationship strong without spending a lot of money to show your love for each other. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/044-love-dont-cost-a-thing-our-love-and-money-story/2024-02-1250 min

Inside Out Money043. Burning bridges or building boats? How to leave a job the right way!Liz joins this week's podcast, and we share all the things you should and shouldn’t do to leave a job the right way, whether it’s a voluntary or involuntary leave. We discuss understanding what you agreed to in your employment contract, legally getting the key information you need, being smart about your benefits, and keeping it professional so you don’t burn bridges. How you start and leave your jobs impacts your finances in the short and longer term, and we’re giving you the guidance you need to do it right. Oh, and we share some details...2024-02-0554 min

Inside Out Money042. 6 ways to be a more conscious consumerErica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss conscious consumerism and the trifecta of value it can add to your life: it’s good for the world, makes you feel food, and can save you money. We define conscious consumerism and talk through some actionable tips for how to incorporate more of it into your life. We discuss how it can improve the control and agency over your life, which can feel good in a world of more and more things we can’t control. We also share how to educate and influence kids and other friends and family in y...2024-01-2941 min

Inside Out Money041. What we spent in 2023 - Part 2: Food, Utilities, Internet, and Cell phonesAndrew, Liz, and Greg join this week's podcast and we deep dive into what we each spent on food, utilities, internet, and cell phones in 2023. This is part two of last week’s episode on what we spend during 2023. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here:https://www.insideoutmoney.org/041-what-we-spent-in-2023-part-2-food-utilities-internet-and-cell-phones/2024-01-2253 min

Inside Out Money040. What we spent in 2023 - Part 1Andrew, Liz, and Greg join this week's podcast and share what we each spent during 2023. We share our top spending categories, what we feel good about, and what we want to improve in 2024. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/040-what-we-spent-in-2023-part-1/ 2024-01-1550 min

Inside Out Money039. What’s in our wallet? Our index funds, accounts, and more!Andrew joins this week's podcast, and we bare all and share what’s in our financial “wallet,” from our accounts to the specific index funds inside them. We talk through the different types of accounts from high-yield savings to 529s to brokerage accounts. We share which brokerage companies we use and like and dig into the specific index funds we invest in. We also discuss the value and importance of a simple portfolio. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/039-whats-in-our-wallet-our-index-funds-accounts-and-more/2024-01-0838 min

Inside Out Money038. The inside job of improving your financesHappy New Year! Greg joins the first podcast of 2024, and we discuss why and how improving your finances is an inside job. We discuss the mindset connection to your finances, the importance of mindfulness, how to stop letting others dictate your values and goals, and how to change your definition of success. We also discuss the concept of enough and the importance of finding wise people to emulate. We hope this discussion helps start your new year on the right foot! Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/038-the-inside-job-of-improving-your-finances/ 2024-01-0139 min

Inside Out Money037. Best and worst purchases of 2023, superlatives, OnlyFans, and so much moreAll of the Inside Out Money co-hosts join for our final episode of 2023. We’ve got Liz, Andrew, Erica, Greg, and Maggie on this week’s episode and share some of our favorites from 2023. We share our favorite books, podcasts, best and worst purchases of the year, big financial wins, and more. We might get off track now and then as we get into mustaches, bromances, and OnlyFans. A huge thank you to all of our listeners and supporters this year! We appreciate all of you and happy holidays! Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here...2023-12-251h 33

Inside Out Money036. From canceling Netflix to selling our homes - What we’d do in a recessionLiz joins this week's podcast, and we discuss how we’d get lean if needed for a job loss, recession, or serious emergency. We start with a reminder of why building an emergency fund and tracking your expenses is important. Then, we dive into multiple phases of what we’d cut and why. Throughout the discussion, we’re reminded that we’d be okay and happy without many of the things we spend money on, yet we can still enjoy the conveniences and luxuries while we can afford them. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: htt...2023-12-251h 04

Inside Out Money034. Predatory marketing tactics and scams - How to spot and avoid themErica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss predatory marketing and sales tactics to avoid. We share the history of advertising and public relations and delve into everything from strategic marketing to unethical marketing to predatory marketing to illegal scams. We discuss aggressive upselling, high-pressure sales tactics, bait and switch, hidden fees and fine print, misleading claims, exploitative lending, Ponzi schemes, phishing emails, fake customer service numbers, and other internet scams. The more you know these tactics and manipulations, the better you’ll be able to protect your decisions and finances. Most importantly, we end with specific tactics and ti...2023-12-251h 05

Inside Out Money033. Step-by-step path to grow wealth - The investment walk to financial freedomAndrew joins this week's podcast, and we lay out a step-by-step approach to building and growing wealth. Andrew calls this the “investment walk,” we discuss the specific order we suggest and why some of the ordering is subjective. We walk through the steps of spending less than you make, building up an emergency fund, paying off all debt except your house, funding your 401K up to the employer match, funding a Roth IRA up to the max allowed, maxing out your 401K, funding an HSA, contributing to a 529 for college if you have kids, paying down your mortgage, and inve...2023-12-2536 min

Inside Out Money031. End-of-year financial sh*t you need to do!!Liz joins this week's podcast, and we review all the financial things you need to do before the end of the year. It’s important to take some time before the end of the year to review your 401k allocations, consider contributing to a Roth IRA or IRA, contribute to your HSA if you’re eligible, and use up your FSA or dependent care account dollars. We also discuss things like optimizing doctor appointments and medical benefits, leveraging any expiring credit card benefits or rewards, making charitable donations, tax prep, and more. This is also a great time of year...2023-12-2557 min

Inside Out Money035. Does anyone actually pay sticker price for college? Expert Dr. Rebecca Sandidge answers that and moreThis week, we have a guest discussing how to prepare for and pay less for college; Dr. Rebecca Sandidge, Vice President for Enrollment Management at Oglethorpe University, joins and shares her perspective and knowledge from an expert in college admissions and enrollment. Rebecca shares how to maximize your aid across various buckets of money available to college students and their parents. We discuss the alphabet soup of federal loans and grants and explain FAFSA, EFC, and SAI. Rebecca also explains the discount rate at private universities, which was 56% in 2022-2023. She wraps up by sharing how parents and kids...2023-12-1153 min

Inside Out Money032. RIP Mint - Expense + Budgeting Tracking Software ReviewGreg joins this week's podcast, and we discuss Mint shutting down and our review of other budgeting and expense-tracking software and tools. We tried out Tiller, Monarch, YNAB (you need a budget), and Copilot. We share our thoughts on each tool and the pros and cons. After many years of using Mint, we reveal what we’re choosing to switch to now that Mint is merging into Credit Karma. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/032-rip-mint-expense-budgeting-tracking-software-review/2023-11-1951 min

Inside Out Money030. Simple joys and the art of saving moneyErica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the concept of simple joys and the importance and value of recognizing and appreciating simple joys in our lives. When we find glimmers of joy in our everyday lives, we’re less dependent on the dopamine hint from buying new things, and we’re better able to appreciate what we already have. We discuss the importance of mindfulness, being present, gratitude, and how to find more joy in our lives. We also dig into using this energy to declutter, and the concepts of death cleaning and our new term, mid-life cleaning. And we s...2023-11-0649 min

Inside Out Money029. The great mortgage debate: payoff or invest?Andrew joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the pros and cons of paying off your mortgage early. We share our mortgage payoff stories and various considerations for deciding whether or not to pay off your mortgage. If you want to pay off your mortgage early, we discuss key tactics and what helped us on our pay-off journeys. Although we both paid off our mortgages early and feel very good about our decisions, we also share some regrets if we could go back and do things over again. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here...2023-10-3044 min

Inside Out Money028. Love and money - navigating finances in a relationshipGreg joins this week's podcast, and we share nine tips for navigating and mastering financial communication in a relationship. Talking about money effectively with your partner has a substantial positive impact on your relationship. We share advice for implementing and improving your financial discussions, from setting money dates to establishing shared goals to compromising and being flexible. We also share how we met, started talking about finances and deciding to retire early, and more about our money story. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/028-love-and-money-navigating-finances-in-a-relationship/ 2023-10-2357 min

Inside Out Money027. Happy Sexy Millionaire Book Review - Two thumbs up, one thumb downLiz and Erica join this week's podcast, and we discuss Happy Sexy Millionaire by Steven Bartlett. We share some of the book's central themes and our top insights and takeaways. We discuss the impact of social media, whether money buys happiness, the power of gratitude, love, the importance of hard work and patience, death, and much more. The author debunks many topics around finding your passion and the binary boxes in which we try to put people. We also get some fun tangents discussing The Golden Bachelor, Bachelor in Paradise, and the Atlanta Braves. Get the full show notes...2023-10-161h 08

Inside Out Money026. How to raise a millionaire, according to Maggie’s momMaggie’s mom joins this week's podcast and shares many financial lessons and stories from her and Maggie’s childhood. She shares how she learned the importance of saving at a young age and how credit cards and debt were not typical when she was a kid. She shared some of her financial memories, how they impacted her into adulthood, and what she taught her children. She talks about not worrying about money and how that comes from knowing she has enough. We also discuss separate finances, the importance of getting your kids to have some financial “skin in the ga...2023-10-0949 min

Inside Out Money025. Our biggest financial regrets and what we’d have done differentlyAndrew joins this week's podcast, and we share our biggest financial regrets and all the things we wish we had gotten right when we were younger. We hope you learn from our mistakes and realize the many benefits of tax-advantaged accounts and compound interest. And most importantly, take advantage of these things as early as possible so time is on your side. We discuss investing in index funds, Roth IRAs, 401Ks, 457Bs, HSAs, 529s, and more. Andrew also convinces Maggie to sell her Bitcoin and gives her some homework. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information...2023-10-0251 min

Inside Out Money024. The surprising truth of early retirement - 500 days early retiredGreg joins this week's podcast, and we share how we’re both feeling 500 days into early retirement. We share some surprising truths about what’s working, what’s not working, and what we’re committed to changing for the future. We discuss the concept of value and how we’re striving to feel accomplished, and we wrap up by answering some listener questions about how early retirement is going. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/024-the-surprising-truth-of-early-retirement-500-days-early-retired/2023-09-251h 03

Inside Out Money023. 4 reasons HSAs are awesome and how to maximize the benefits of Health Savings AccountsLiz joins this week's podcast, and we delve into the many reasons why HSAs, or Health Savings Accounts, are awesome! We explain what an HSA is, the requirement of a High-deductible health insurance plan (HDHP) to participate, and the annual limits the IRS sets. Additionally, we share four reasons why HSAs are an incredible financial tool and how to maximize their benefits. We explain the triple-tax advantages that HSAs provide and some often overlooked benefits and loopholes. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/023-4-reasons-hsas-are-awesome-and-how-to-maximize-the-benefits-of-health-savings-accounts/2023-09-1856 min

Inside Out Money022. How much do you need to retire? Flaws in the 4% ruleAndrew joins this week's podcast, and we answer a common question: How much do you need to retire? The quick answer is it depends, and we discuss the various factors it depends upon. We explain the 4% rule, the Trinity study that it originated from, and some of the flaws we see in that study and rule. Maggie shares how she prepped for and planned her early retirement financials, and Andrew shares how he’s preparing for his. We discuss various withdrawal strategies, Maggie’s personal withdrawal strategy, and how building some flexibility into your proposed spending can significantly reduce your...2023-09-1159 min

Inside Out Money021. What is Enough?Erica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the existential topic of enough. What is enough money? What is enough stuff? How do we feel like we are enough? We discuss the concept of enough and related topics of Consumerism, Minimalism, Stoicism, Conscious Consumerism, Hedonic Adaptation, and the Hedonic Treadmill. We also explore how the concept of enough is related to early retirement. We end with tactical recommendations for being more of a conscious consumer and realizing you are and have enough. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/021-what-is-enough/2023-09-0447 min

Inside Out Money020. Meditation will fix that - Sit with us SeptemberLiz joins this week's podcast for a bonus episode, and we talk about how awesome meditation is and our personal meditation commitment for September. We share the many benefits of meditation, from reducing anxiety to improving your sleep, and even how it can impact your finances. We talk through various types of meditation and share some favorite tools and apps. We end with our commitment to each other to improve our consistency with meditation, and we invite you all to join us! Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/020-meditation-will-fix-that-sit-with-us-september/2023-09-0134 min

Inside Out Money019. Rental property management - why and how we self-manageGreg joins this week's podcast, discussing our rental properties and why and how we self-manage them. We share what criteria are important to us in selecting a rental property and how we got into self-managing them. We share our best tips and tricks for how we have created efficient approaches to finding tenants, screening tenants, writing and executing leases, communicating with tenants, managing vendors, and more. We also discuss our division of labor and how we work together to manage our rental properties, and the financials associated with running an LLC. Get the full show notes, show references, and...2023-08-281h 03

Inside Out Money018. 9 ways to manage money anxietyLiz joins this week's podcast, and we talk about anxiety and money. We start with a definition of anxiety, how it’s related to money and your finances, and how people respond to financial anxiety. We share how anxiety has impacted our relationship with money and finances. We wrap up with actionable tips for effectively managing your anxiety around money. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/018-9-ways-to-manage-money-anxiety/2023-08-211h 02

Inside Out Money017. Three Superpowers to financial successAndrew joins this week's podcast, and we share three superpowers to financial success. Three superpowers can supercharge your finances and significantly improve your overall financial situation. We share what they are, why they are crucial to your finances, and some personal stories of how they have helped each of us. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/017-three-superpowers-to-financial-success/2023-08-1439 min

Inside Out Money016. What's your why, and does it matter?Perhaps what matters most is figuring out what matters most. Erica joins this week's podcast, and we discuss the value of knowing your why and whether it truly matters. We discuss how defining a why can impact and influence your finances. We then talk through what a why could look like, how to work on defining yours, and if your why can change and evolve. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://www.insideoutmoney.org/whats-your-why-and-does-it-matter/2023-08-0758 min

The Corporate Real Estate InsiderE16: Sitting Down with Halliburton’s Real Estate Leader, Maggie Hatfield-Hartley(0:00) Opening(0:16) Introducing Maggie Hatfield-Hartley, VP of Real Estate Services at Haliburton(1:34) Haliburton’s real estate portfolio(5:04) Haliburton’s process and strategy(20:29) How Haliburton structures its real estate transactions(27:15) Why knowing your numbers is important(35:54) Maggie’s most challenging real estate project(43:03) Tips for new real estate directors(47:26) Leveraging brokers and other vendors as partners(52:30) Office space and remote work(58:41) The most challenging part of Maggie’s job(1:00:06)What makes a great director of real estate(1...2023-08-021h 08

Inside Out Money015. All the financial hacks with Chris HutchinsChris Hutchins from All The Hacks joins this week's podcast and shares his best financial hacks from years of podcasting and interviewing top financial experts. We discuss the importance of automation and simplifying your finances, why renting is often better than owning a home, how to invest successfully, and how putting money rules in place can improve your financial life. Chris shared his favorite life organization tools, travel hacking thoughts, and much more! Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://insideoutmoney.org/015-all-the-financial-hacks-with-chris-hutchins/2023-07-3149 min

Inside Out Money014. Mid-year expense review with Andrew, Liz, & GregLiz, Andrew, and Greg join this week's podcast and share what we spent in the first half 2023. We discuss why we believe tracking expenses is essential to our financial health and the tools and methods we each use. We then share our total spend, top spend categories, what we feel good about, and what we’d like to improve upon. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://insideoutmoney.org/014-lizs-700-dinner-maggies-17k-medical-expenses-and-andrews-18-on-coffee-mid-year-expense-review/2023-07-241h 14

Inside Out Money013. Are we quitting travel hacking?Greg joins this week's podcast, where we share why travel hacking isn’t working for us and why we’ve decided to take a break and adjust our approach. We discuss why we got into travel hacking in the first place, how we earned 1.5 million points in 18 months, and what we’ve learned along this journey. While we like trying new things, we’ve tried this, and travel hacking isn’t working for us. We share the pros and cons we’ve experienced, lessons learned, and how we plan to adjust our approach going forward. Get the full show notes, show...2023-07-1740 min

Inside Out Money012. Setting up your kids for financial successAndrew joins this week's podcast and we talk about what we’re each doing to set up our kids for financial success. The first step is teaching and educating your kids about money, and part of that is leading by example. We also discuss holding kids accountable to earn and spend money themselves, and teaching them about choices and tradeoffs. We wrap up by explaining 529 college savings accounts and custodial investment accounts and how we encourage family members to consider gifting to these accounts instead of physical gifts. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: ht...2023-07-1046 min

Inside Out Money011. Die with Zero: 5 takeaways from the anti-frugal bookLiz joins this week's podcast and we discuss Bill Perkin’s book Die with Zero. We share our top takeaways and insights from Die with Zero as we talk about validating the decision to early retire, memory dividends, giving your kids money before you die versus waiting for an inheritance, annuities, optimizing for net fulfillment, and more. While we would both recommend this book, it’s for different reasons. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://insideoutmoney.org/011-die-with-zero-5-takeaways-from-the-anti-frugal-book/2023-07-0354 min

Inside Out Money010. Out of sight, out of mind spendingErica joins this week's podcast, discussing what we consider “out of sight out of mind” spending. Maggie feels strongly that if you’re not tracking your expenses, 100% of your spending is out of sight, out of mind. We discuss a few spending categories that may be more out of sight and out of mind than others, such as subscriptions and memberships, insurance products, and expenses on autopay. We wrap up with some actionable tips for more mindful and intentional spending. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://insideoutmoney.org/010-out-of-sight-out-of-mind-spending/ 2023-06-2652 min

Inside Out Money009. We bought a 2023 Tesla for $10K!? Yes, there's a little more to the storyGreg joins this week's podcast, and we finally share why and how we bought a Tesla. We sold our 2016 Prius and bought a 2023 Tesla, and we were out of pocket about $10K! We share Greg’s new side hustle that gave us such an affordable upgrade path and what we think of the Tesla so far. Greg also shares his personal stories, experiences, and insights. Get the full show notes, show references, and more information here: https://insideoutmoney.org/009-we-bought-a-2023-tesla-for-10k-yes-theres-a-little-more-to-the-story/2023-06-1953 min

Inside Out Money008. Save or splurge!? Being intentional with your spendingErica joins this week's podcast, discussing intentional spending and where we each choose to save or splurge. Intentional spending is all about a values-based, mindful, and conscious approach to your spending. We discuss how we intentionally spend across clothing, shoes, books, restaurants, groceries, travel, toiletries, home decor, commodities, and more! We both appreciate quality over quantity, especially as we’ve gotten older, and we enjoy splurging more on travel and experiences. We encourage you to think about what matters to you and what tradeoffs you’re willing to make financially with your spending versus your goals. It also significantly help...2023-06-121h 03

Inside Out Money007. Do $118 yoga pants make you happier? Lifestyle creep and lifestyle satisfactionLiz joins this week's podcast, and we introduce the concept of lifestyle inflation or creep and share how our lifestyles have inflated in the last 10-20 years. We discuss the research on what makes people happy, the concept of hedonic adaptation, and the hedonic treadmill, and we go deep on whether we can genuinely admit or realize when our ego is driving our purchase decisions. Lifestyle inflation isn’t always bad, though we both strive to be intentional with our spending. We then dig into individual spending categories and reveal how our lifestyles have inflated over the years. Get the ful...2023-06-051h 25

Inside Out Money006. 10 Foundations of personal financeAndrew joins this week's podcast, discussing our top 10 foundations of personal finance. We share how we’ve made progress against these categories, what we wish we had known sooner and did better when we were younger, and our advice for what to focus on to get your finances in the best shape possible. We discuss each of these 10 foundations: (1) Spend less than you make. (2) Create and stick to a budget. (3) Make savings automatic. (4) Accumulate assets that appreciate in value. (5) Avoid assets that depreciate in value. (6) Invest your savings early and often. (7) Live almost debt free. (8) 80% of personal finance is be...2023-05-291h 00

Inside Out Money005. Reflections on one year of early retirementGreg joins this week's podcast, and we discuss our reflections and finances one year into early retirement. First, we share advice our campFI friends have given us along the way as we share how the first year of early retirement has been going. We then share what’s working well, what we’d like to improve, and the journey of feelings and experiences we’ve been through in our first year not working after each of us spent 20+ years working in Corporate America. We wrap up the episode by sharing what our family of 5 spent during our first 12 months early...2023-05-221h 14

Inside Out Money004. The easiest way to be rich and thinWe talk about the parallels between physical fitness and financial fitness, both taboo topics to many, and how they are both quite different yet also similar in some ways. Co-host Liz from @lizgetsloaded introduces herself as one of the rotating hosts and shares her passion for getting loaded and how she and Maggie met. We start off with sharing the easiest way to be thin and rich, while we delve into the systemic, psychological, genetic, and environmental factors that influence both. To close, we share thoughts on how you can make this discussion actionable and intentional. Get th...2023-05-1545 min

Inside Out Money003. How and why to invest in index fundsInvesting in index funds and dollar cost averaging are the boring yet effective ways to invest. Co-host Andrew introduces himself as one of the rotating hosts and shares his passion for personal finance, sourdough bread baking, and cycling. We discuss the history of index funds, the benefits of investing in index funds, and how dollar cost averaging works. We share the key messages from John Bogle’s book “The Little Book of Common Sense Investing.” We also delve into the concept of dollar-cost averaging, explaining what it is and why it is so powerful and how the psychology of it can...2023-05-1553 min

Inside Out Money002. Why we spend the way we spendWhy do we spend money the way we spend it? We attempt to break down the psychology of spending, exploring the complex combination of personal, societal, and cultural factors that influence how we spend our money. Co-host Erica introduces herself as one of the rotating hosts and shares her background, money story, and her love of baseball. Next, we dig into the top reasons people overspend and explore how our upbringing, cultural background, and exposure to advertising and marketing can shape our attitudes and behaviors around money. Finally, we encourage you to reflect on your spending habits and set...2023-05-1547 min

Inside Out Money001. The fresh start effectLet this first episode be your fresh start as we discuss the fresh start effect. Co-host Greg introduces himself as one of the rotating hosts and shares his background, interests, and experience with early retirement. Next, we introduce the fresh start effect, a phenomenon where people are more likely to tackle their goals immediately following salient temporal landmarks, and how to use it as a tool for personal finance success. A temporal landmark can be developmental milestones, life transitions, and other occasions. Maggie discusses her experience with ending the friends on FIRE podcast and how Inside Out Money is...2023-05-1533 min

Inside Out Money000. Welcome to Inside Out Money!Welcome the the Inside Out Money podcast. Inside Out Money is a personal finance podcast focused on redefining wealth from the inside out. Improving your finances isn't just about the math, it's about the mind. The math is the easy part, the right mindset is the harder part. Join us for a FUN weekly podcast with your host Maggie and a rotating set of co-hosts, friends, and interviews. The first four episodes will launch May 15, 2022! Get the full show notes and more information here: https://insideoutmoney.org/000-welcome-to-inside-out-money/2023-05-0611 min

Investor MamaMinimalism and Mommying with Maggie Tucker from Friends on FIRECheck out this week's episode with Maggie Tucker from Friends on Fire where she shares money habits and mindset around frugality that helped her reach financial independence at 41. She also shares tips on being frugal and how her kids have taken on a similar mindset watching her lead by example. You won't want to miss it!2023-03-301h 03

Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for FamiliesEarly Retirement as a Couple in your 40s (w/ Maggie Tucker) (BEST OF MKM)Maggie Tucker and her husband recently retired from their corporate careers ... in their 40s!In this BEST OF MKM Highlight, Maggie shares how they were able to retire so early and what this newfound time means to her and her young family. RESOURCES**Sponsors + Partners + Deals: https://www.marriagekidsandmoney.com/sponsorsFriends on FIRE Podcast: https://friendsonfire.org/ Big Tip Tuesday: The Details of how it works and where to share your kindness!GUEST BIO – Maggie TuckerMaggie Tucker was Vice President of Marketing for Inter...2022-12-2639 min

Off Of The Couch PodcastTucker Goodrich - Don't eat seed oils!Tucker Goodrich shares what he has learned from investigating seed oils after realizing what it was doing to his health.2022-10-0742 min

Career ToolsMaggie Tucker Interview (CT)Our interview with Maggie Tucker, marketing executive and co-host of the friends on FIRE podcast.2022-06-0900 min

Mile High FI PodcastCAMP FI Southeast LIVE Panel with Maggie Tucker | MHFi 072Live from CampFi Southeast, Doug and Maggie Tucker talk to several guests. We did mini-interviews with a number of CampFi Southeast attendees and learned about their journeys to FI and got some pretty good insights. Here are a few highlights: Why going to vocational school can be a fantastic choice Living for the present and not the future Getting a spouse on board with FI Living full time on the road The psychology of the first six months after leaving a job Links: friends on FIRE – Podcast on Financial Independence Retire Early Camp FI 2022-05-031h 12

Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for FamiliesRetiring Early Together as a Couple in our 40's [w/ Maggie Tucker]Most of us are aware of traditionally retiring in our 60s or 70s and what life might be like when we’re old and gray. But what if you could add another 20-30 years on that retirement timeframe? And have your spouse retire along with you?Well, that’s what we’re going to discuss today and the person who’s going to help us with that discussion is Maggie Tucker. Maggie recently gave notice at her job and will be moving into early retirement this spring. We’re going to learn more about that de...2022-03-1441 min

Go Bucket YourselfOvercoming Early Retirement Fears w/ Maggie Tucker of friends on FireGuest Maggie Tucker goes beyond superficial answers with Chris and Deb to get to the heart of where she's at on her path to early retirement. Maggie is co-host of the friends on FIRE podcast. Maggie is passionate about minimalism, simple living, and helping people on their journeys through life. She lives in Atlanta, GA with her husband and three daughters.In this episode, she discusses:how/why money conversations can lead to deeper friendshipsher pivot to early retirementwhy she decided her successful and financially rewarding career is no longer what she wantshow she's able to...2021-12-231h 11