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KT 130: COVID-19 Deals, Steals&Scams from 2020-04-01T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Your financial “to do” list while stuck inside· How to take advantage of the tax delay · Details on the student loan deferment (if you qualify)Key Takeaw...
ListenKT 129: Fear and Financials from 2020-03-25T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · How Fear is driving everything from the market to the grocery store· Strategies for those close to retirement or far away · Why you shouldn’t let fear ru...
ListenKT 128: FOMO to FOE: What you need to know about the market from 2020-03-19T14:46
In this episode KT discusses: · How to interpret the market· FOMO: Fear of Missing Out · FOE: Fear of EverythingKey Takeaways: · Strategies for all types of investors· The marke...
Listen127: Renting your home for profit. What you need to know from 2020-03-04T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · How to turn your home into a vacation rental· Pros and cons of short-term rentals · The rental site learning curveKey Takeaways: · The hidden costs o...
Listen126: Luxury Escapes? Vacation rental 101. from 2020-02-26T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Booking a home vs. a hotel for your vacation· Pros and cons of services like Airbnb, Vrbo, FlipKey, etc. · KT’s vacation home rental horror storyKey Take...
Listen125: Tiny Houses and Downsizing from 2020-02-19T06:00
KT 125: Tiny Houses and Downsizing Air Date: 02/19/20In this episode KT discusses: · How the McMansion trend turned into the tiny home trend· If tiny houses are better than trailers · ...
Listen124: Who's doing your taxes? from 2020-02-12T18:23
In this episode KT discusses: · Changes in the Tax Laws· Why you could be paying too much for tax preparation · Taking the Standard Deduction vs. ItemizingKey Takeaways: · Free tax ...
Listen123: The Death of the Stretch IRA from 2020-02-05T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · What is a Stretch IRA· The Secure Act of 2019 · How this new law could effect youKey Takeaways: · How The Secure Act hurts savers· The retiremen...
Listen122: Unicorns Part 2 - The Return from 2020-01-29T06:00
If you want to hear the first discussion of “unicorn” companies, click here. In this episode KT discusses:· How unicorn companies are “the rookies” of Corporate America · The real risk of ...
Listen121: Don’t get in the way of your portfolio’s success from 2020-01-22T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The “overconfidence” problem· The exchange-traded fund (ETF) advantage · Two types of investors: those with risk tolerance and those withoutKey Takeaway...
Listen120: The Retirement Glide from 2020-01-15T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Thinking about retirement in your 50s· Retirement pre-planning · The “retirement paycheck”Key Takeaways: · The ups and downs of downsizing· The ...
Listen119: Financial Hacks: Selling Your Own Home from 2020-01-08T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Realtors vs. For Sale By Owner· The actual cost of a realtor · What you can do with the money you savedKey Takeaways: · 5 steps to selling a home by...
Listen118: Happy New Year! Financial Resolutions from 2020-01-01T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The top New Year’s resolutions· People tend to have a haphazard approach to money · KT’s personal story of semi-retirementKey Takeaways: · Educate y...
Listen117: Successful Retirement from 2019-12-25T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Recurring income during retirement· The reality of people living longer · KT’s personal story of semi-retirementKey Takeaways: · 11,000 Americans re...
Listen116: The Ho Ho Rally from 2019-12-18T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The market’s so-called Santa Claus Rally· What could contribute to end of the year gains · Why the rally may not matterKey Takeaways: · Most big inv...
Listen115: Impulse Buying from 2019-12-11T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Consumer characteristics· How to be more mindful of your spending habits · KT’s 4 steps to being a conscious consumerKey Takeaways: · Practice the 2...
ListenReplay: Living and Dying without a plan from 2019-12-04T06:00
We head back to the archives to learn why you need to have a plan for your estate. In this episode, KT discusses:Why a will is important Legal ramifications if you don't have a willEngaging an atto...
ListenReplay: Pink it or shrink it from 2019-11-27T06:00
In this episode we travel back in the archives to talk about the difference between men's and women's products. Often times, products packaged in pink are more expensive and contain less of the act...
Listen114: Cord Cutting (People are Funny About Money Part 4) from 2019-11-20T06:00
In this episode Andy Graning joins KT to discuss: · What it means to cut the (cable) cord· What does a Roku or a Fire TV Stick do · KT’s 4 steps to lowering your cable billKey Takeaway...
Listen113: False Free Trials (People are Funny About Money Part 3) from 2019-11-13T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Americans spent $1.3 Billion on “Free Trials”· “Free Trial” complaints rising with Better Business Bureau · Electronic delivery makes it easy to miss th...
Listen112: Bottled Water (People Are Funny About Money, Part 2) from 2019-11-06T06:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Bottled water is a $31Billion/year business· Bottled water is American’s #1 favorite beverage · Why it’s so important to retailer’s bottom lineKey Takea...
Listen111: Black Friday (People are Funny About Money: Part 1) from 2019-10-31T19:53:47
In this episode KT discusses: · Black Friday· The origins of this Shopping Holiday · Why it’s so important to retailer’s bottom lineKey Takeaways: · Holiday spending could top $70...
Listen110: Net Worth ≠ Self-Worth from 2019-10-23T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Dealing with debt· How money shaming is like fat shaming · The difference between net worth and self-worthKey Takeaways: · 10% of Americans have neg...
Listen109: So, you think the government is going to pay for your student loans? Think again. from 2019-10-16T05:00
In this episode KT is joined by Ashley McLaughlin, a schoolteacher from Virginia. Ashley graduated in 2008 and went to work at a school that qualified for student loan forgiveness under a federal p...
Listen108: AARP - To Join or Not to Join? from 2019-10-09T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · What is AARP?· What AARP offers· The “real cost” of your membership Key Takeaways:· AARP doesn’t only target retirees· AARP values your data...
Listen107 - The Debt Clock is Ticking from 2019-10-02T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Our national debt· How the debt ceiling works · Why our national debt is so high Key Takeaways:· The US Government’s debt is $22 Trillion and ...
Listen106 - Chuck it or Keep it from 2019-09-25T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The grocery game· The truth behind expiration dates· The power of the grocery list Key Takeaways:· Americans throw away $1,400 in groceries a yea...
Listen105 - Consumer Confidence. What Does it Mean? from 2019-09-18T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Defines the Consumer Confidence Index.· How your confirmation bias could taint how you view the economy.· The value of data used. Key Takeaways: · ...
Listen104 - KT's Kickoff Spectacular! How does the NFL make money? from 2019-09-11T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · NFL team revenue streams. · What the average team makes.· The Economics of NFL Team Ownershipby Kevin Murphy&Robert Topel Key Takeaways: · Game...
Listen103 - Just Ask For It! with Joe Neff from 2019-09-04T05:00
This week Joe Neff from NewDay Solutions talks about the importance of just asking for what you want. In this episode KT and Joe discuss:· The power of asking for discounts, clarification, an...
Listen102 - So, you think you're sending your kid to college on a sports scholarship? Think again! from 2019-08-28T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · Parents under the sports scholarship illusion · Odds of landing a “free-ride” scholarship · Non-traditional sports scholarships for Women Key Takeaw...
Listen101 - Storage Wars from 2019-08-21T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · A new way to think about what and why you’re renting storage· Storage is costing you more than monthly rent· Ideas to help you get rid of these poss...
Listen100 - Trade War from 2019-08-14T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · What lead up to the current trade war· How China’s and the United States strategies differ· How it affects your personal economy Key Takeaways: · ...
Listen099 - The 1st Amendment vs. The Crazy Cost of Prescription Drugs from 2019-08-07T05:00
Show Notes: In this episode KT discusses: · The history of prescription drug ads on TV· How the prescription drug industry works· How much more Americans pay at the pharmacy compar...
Listen098 - Helping Your Elder Parents Get What They Need from 2019-07-31T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · How her family is handling an aging mother· Using doctors to your advantage· The importance of a family meeting Key Takeaways: · Getting along ...
Listen097 - Housing Within Your Means from 2019-07-24T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The 30% Rule· Advice for first time home buyers· The truth about Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) Key Takeaways: · Your apartment choice matter...
Listen096 - Summer Spending Tips from 2019-07-17T05:00
In this episode, KT discusses: · The travel website competition myth· Ways to book a better flight or hotel stay· The power of peer to peer businesses Key Takeaways: · The tra...
Listen095 - Business Building with Jeanna McGinnis from 2019-07-11T15:48
In this episode KT and Jeanna discuss: · Taking the leap to build your business· The challenges of a subscription business· Focusing on your target buyers Key Takeaways: · Tur...
Listen094 - Your Message and Mission with Patty Farmer from 2019-06-26T15:33:36
In this episode KT and Patty discuss: · Designing the lifestyle you want to live· Finding your audience· Focusing on your target buyers Key Takeaways: · Seven questions you sh...
Listen093 - Investing in Yourself with Jeanna McGinnis of Mentor Happy from 2019-06-21T13:54:07
In this episode KT and Jeanna discuss: · The disconnect between employers and candidates· Why many Millennials struggle during one-on-one job interviews· LinkedIn’s role in job rec...
Listen092 - Convenience Costs: Let’s make sure it’s worth it. from 2019-06-14T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · All the fees you pay and don’t think about· What industries are the biggest fee predators· The fees you can and can’t change Key Takeaways: · T...
Listen091 - Sell in May and Go Away (June Edition) from 2019-06-07T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The Fear Continuum · Option Strategies for Investors· What Summer Does to the Markets Key Takeaways: · The different ways to own stock· Do...
Listen090 - Social Media for the Solopreneur with Ashley Mason from 2019-05-31T13:42:41
In this episode KT and Ashley discuss: · The importance of social media marketing· Having a social media strategy· Where to focus your social media efforts Key Takeaways: · Th...
Listen089 - The Tale of Two Unicorns from 2019-05-24T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · What a unicorn company actually is· If unicorns are actually “rare”· Unicorn hype reminiscent of 1990s .com boom Key Takeaways: · Market value...
Listen088 - Real Talk on Real Estate from 2019-05-17T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: · The state of the real estate market· Advice for buyers· Advice for sellers Key Takeaways: · The power of the Home Equity Loan· What today’...
Listen087 - Secrets of Success from 2019-05-09T21:48:09
Show Notes: In this episode KT discusses: · Success with photographer and entrepreneur Raya Al-Hashmi · Finding your drive· Adopting the “there’s no plan B” mindset Key Takeaways: ...
Listen086 - Who should be taxed for college debt? from 2019-05-03T05:00
In this episode KT discusses: • Her take on Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s student debt relief plan • Event vs. Education • The hidden cost of college you don’t think aboutKey Takeaways: • Americans have...
Listen085 – Budgeting Basics from 2019-04-26T05:00
In this episode, KT and Joe Neff from New Day Solutions discuss: • Short term vs. long term goals• Finding your “monthly nut” • Enjoying the fruits of your laborKey Takeaways:• Start with the basic...
Listen084 – Financial Spring Cleaning from 2019-04-19T08:52
In this episode, KT discusses: Going through the financial “Junk Drawer” How “financial life” slows down in the spring Taking a “minimalist” look at your finances Key Takeaways: Know how the new ta...
Listen083 – The Franchise Show from 2019-04-11T06:08
In this episode, KT discusses The ins and outs of franchises as a business with Brian Grogan and Brent Hillerich of Crescent Franchise Solutions: The number of franchise opportunities in the United...
Listen082 – Battle of the Sexes: Money Edition from 2019-04-05T06:02
In this episode, KT discusses: Who makes better money decisionsWho’s more impulsive with investment decisionsHow you can be a part of the show Key Takeaways: KT’s 24-hour ruleThe importance of a...
Listen081 – Balance Transfer Balancing Act from 2019-03-29T05:00
In this episode, KT discusses: Understanding the difference between balance transfer offers The mystery of the credit score Using balance transfers as a strategy to pay off your debts Key Takeawa...
Listen080 – KT’s Car Show from 2019-03-22T18:06
In this episode, KT discusses: New vs. Used Leasing vs. Buying Brands with the highest customer satisfaction vs. lowest Key Takeaways: More work, more money when selling your car How to buy you...
Listen079 – Sick of debt? Time to get out? from 2019-03-15T18:46
In this episode, KT discusses: The reason why debt grows The real cost of your mortgage, auto loans, credit cards, and other debts The importance of budgeting Key Takeaways: Why Americans have ...
Listen078 – $1.5 Trillion in Student Loan Debt – Find Out How to Get Out! from 2019-03-08T16:38
In this episode, KT discusses student loan debt strategies with Tammy Symons CFP, New Day Solutions: American students are $1.5 Trillion in debtMost loans are due six months after graduationPaying ...
Listen077 – ABLE Accounts and Financial Makeovers from 2019-02-22T18:08
In this episode, KT discusses: Interested in a Money Makeover? Fill out the form here: https://ktsmoneymatters.com/contact/ Remember you can remain anonymous, but your story will be broadcast Spe...
Listen076 - To Tip or Not to Tip, and How Much? from 2019-02-15T17:54
In this episode, KT discusses: If tipping is an obligation or a gratuityHow much the average American tips a yearNot all tips are equalKey Takeaways:Amount you should really tipHow the restaurant i...
Listen075 - Cybersecurity Day, Why It Matters To You from 2019-02-08T17:28
In this episode, KT discusses: Cybersecurity threats are out there than you think knowNobody is immune to an attackPassword securityKey Takeaways:There is Opportunity in the threatMore victims fall...
Listen074 - Take Me Out to the Ballgame from 2019-02-01T10:59
In this episode, KT discusses: - The "sweet magic" of making a living - Being open to opportunity - The in's and out's of minor league baseball management Key Takeaways: - When opportunities a...
Listen073 - Ninja Traveler from 2019-01-25T15:42
“You have to ask yourself are all these sites actually helping me find the best flight for me.” - KT In this episode, KT discusses:Not all travel sites are created equalWhat to consider before you ...
Listen072 - KT’s Year in Review: Actionable Steps for 2019 from 2019-01-18T11:34
In this episode, KT discusses: The importance of economic take.Protecting your credit.Getting smarter with your everyday spending.Look at your income and then look at how you’re going to manage yo...
Listen071 - KT’s 2018 Year End Review from 2019-01-11T06:31
In this episode, KT and prior guests discuss: Year end review and new year resolutions.Deciding what matters most to you at different times in your life.Being on the right ladder.How to be one of ...
Listen070 - Jennifer Desrosiers- Motivate for Adventure from 2018-12-27T07:00
In this episode, KT and Jennifer D discuss: Making the decision to change careers to achieve fulfillment. The effects if mindset in making choices that guide our lives. Upl...
Listen069 - Karil Reibold – In order to run a successful startup, you need to understand the business of raising capital and structuring your business for long term success. from 2018-12-20T07:00
In this episode, KT and Karil discuss: What entrepreneurs have in common. The phases of starting and growing a business. Understanding where your market is before you go a...
Listen068 - 9 Easy Steps to Manage and Protect Your Finances from 2018-12-13T07:00
In this episode, KT discusses: 9 easy steps to better manage your finances.The importance of organizing your mail and financial information.Taking care of your bills and upgrading your cyber-secur...
Listen067 - Tammy Symons – Fighting the Winter Blues from 2018-12-06T07:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: Planning for winter recreation and spending.Knowing the type of person you are, what you like to do and don’t like to do, and how often you will do th...
Listen066 - Tammy Symons – Managing Market Volatility from 2018-11-29T08:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: Balancing your investments.Knowing your objective, your comfort level with risk, and the timeframe of your money.Dollar cost averaging.How your instin...
Listen065 - FIRE = Financial Independence, Retire Early from 2018-11-22T07:00
In this episode, KT discusses: The sound bullets of FIRE – the hot new topic in financial planning.How the perspective on lifestyle has changed spending over the years.How the economic climate eff...
Listen064 - Lifetime Customer Value from 2018-11-15T07:00
In this episode, KT discusses: What the Lifetime Customer Value number is.How technology has allowed companies to know who is valuable to them over time.The types of shoppers and how companies see...
Listen063 - Tammy Symons – Budgeting for Everyone from 2018-11-08T07:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: Knowing where you are and understanding your need for budgeting.Steps to budgeting and prioritizing your goals.Utilizing the tools around you, reputab...
Listen062 - Meg Myers Morgan – Everything is Negotiable from 2018-11-01T08:00
In this episode, KT and Meg Myers Morgan discuss: Negotiations are tied to value, not just money.Challenges Meg has faced in gaining the successes she has had.Being willing to negotiate and ask fo...
Listen061 - Black Swan Events from 2018-10-25T07:00
In this episode, KT discusses: What Black Swan Events are and how they can affect the world.How Mortgage Changing (mortgages changing hands from one bank/lender to another) has changed over the la...
Listen060 - Retirement Planning from 2018-10-18T07:00
In this episode, KT discusses: How long 6% savings might last after retirement.Retirees are now living longer than they have before and how that has changed the way we must look at retirement.Ways...
Listen059 - Tammy Symons – Managing your Mortgage from 2018-10-11T07:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: The benefit of paying off your mortgage versus investing your money.Some of the factors to consider when you’re going into retirement.The historical p...
Listen058 - Marty Sink – CASA of New Hampshire from 2018-10-04T07:00
Marty Sink – CASA of New Hampshire In this episode, KT and Marty Sink discuss: How to start a charity and those things Marty didn’t know until she had started.What CASA of New Hampshire does and...
Listen057 - Leena Patidar – Direct Your Social Capital and Coin Up! from 2018-09-27T08:00
In this episode, KT and Leena Patidar discuss: How the Coin Up App works, the transparency of the app, and how the app got started.How to get the Coin Up App and the cost for someone to enroll.Lee...
Listen056 - Sylvie di Giusto – Invest in Yourself from 2018-09-20T07:00
In this episode, KT and Sylvie di Giusto discuss: What an image consultant is and what they do.How what you do on social media is just as important as what your appearance says about you.Ways to s...
Listen055 - Mid-Summer Market Review&Stock Buy Backs from 2018-09-13T08:00
In this episode, KT discusses: How the market trends in August due to vacations.Diversifying and risk and how it worked with the market this year.Why people don’t sell even when prices are high.Wh...
Listen054 - Joan Kuhl – Why Millennials Matter from 2018-09-06T18:49
In this episode, KT and Joan Kuhl discuss: The day to day barriers that hold women back in business.The benefits of women’s conferences.The power of drive-time education.Being willing to embark on...
Listen053 - Shawn McBride-Profit in Partnership from 2018-08-30T08:00
In this episode, KT and R. Shawn McBride discuss: Multiple forms of partnership and how to make sure they will workDon’t be afraid to talk about the contingency plansThe importance of getting it ...
Listen052 - Julie Ann Sullivan- Know Yourself for Success from 2018-08-23T08:00
In this episode, KT and Julie Ann Sullivan discuss: Julie Ann’s story and how she got to where she is todayHow to decide where and when to use your time as we all have a limited number of hours i...
ListenBonus- Lisa Keslar: Getting Support from your Agency from 2018-08-20T09:00
We've been told that certain podcast platforms had some technical issues with Episode 49, Lisa Keslar, so we decided to post it again as a bonus episode so no one missed any of this amazing content...
Listen051 - Tammy Symons- Understanding the Financial Impact of The Family and Medical Leave Act from 2018-08-16T07:30
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: What the The Family and Medical Leave Act is and how people can use it.Having a cash reserve and understanding if it is enough money.Protecting yourse...
Listen050 - Tammy Symons- Getting into the Groove of School from 2018-08-09T05:50
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: What to expect to spend in back to school shopping.Recommendations to fund for school shopping.Tips for getting back into the routine of school.Settin...
Listen049 - Lisa Keslar- Getting Support from your Agency from 2018-08-02T09:00
In this episode, KT and Lisa Keslar discuss: Buying the insurance that makes sense for you and your family.Types of questions people should be asking their agents.Finding the best possible coverag...
Listen048 - Tammy Symons- Deciding What in Your Life Matters and Acting on it from 2018-07-26T08:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: · The drive to want to continue to climb in your career · Deciding what your life matters, and acting on it · Figuring out if y...
Listen047 - Tammy Symons- Vacation Smartly from 2018-07-19T09:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy discuss: The money that goes into vacations and your vacation budget Only spending what you can afford on vacation Knowing what your purchase includes When to buy the ...
Listen046 - Jay Healy- How to Find a Mortgage that’s Perfect for You from 2018-07-12T09:00
In this episode, KT and Jay Healy discuss: What is more recommended, fixed or adjustable ratesWhat first time home buyers want to be thinking aboutNo Doc loan's and the impact of themFiguring out ...
Listen045 - Julie Reisler- Master your Inner World to Master your Outer World from 2018-07-05T09:00
In this episode, KT and Julie Reisler discuss: If you're not taking care of yourself on the inside, you can't be your best self on the outsideTaking the leap to start a new campaignHow being an en...
Listen044 - Sue Haviland- Education on Reverse Mortgages from 2018-06-28T08:00
In this episode, KT and Sue Haviland discuss: What is a Reverse mortgageIf you have a reverse mortgage, what happens when you die?Understand that the interest is going to accumulate on the mortgag...
Listen043 - Deb Gabor- When You Need to Accomplish Something, Just Do It! from 2018-06-21T08:00
In this episode, KT and Deb Gabor discuss: Deb became an entrepreneur by accident How to work when having young children Women have to sacrifice more when they're working How to brand Key Takeawa...
Listen042 - Christina Martini- While Young, Learn to Take Care of Yourself from 2018-06-14T09:00
In this episode, KT and Christina Martini discuss: Wisdom that Christina wants to share with the communityWe can choose our path to takeIt's valuable to learn how to fully take care of yourselvesT...
Listen041 - Christina Martini- Do You Have an Amazing New Idea? from 2018-06-07T20:08
In this episode, KT and Christina Martini discuss: Tina is a professional with amazing experience in the legal field but can share insights to her experience as a powerful woman in an industry wit...
Listen040 - Lou Diamond- Getting Connections from 2018-05-31T09:00
In this episode, KT and Lou Diamond discuss: The difference between networking and connections Establishing strong connections The four ways to gain a strong connection How to get exponential growt...
Listen039 - Lou Diamond- Being Financially Set from 2018-05-24T09:00
In this episode, KT and Lou Diamond discuss: How to handle financial ups and downs of starting a business from scratch How should people invest in their company How to expand your business by getti...
Listen038 - Jon Dwoskin- Providing Advice from 2018-05-17T09:00
In this episode, KT and Jon Dwoskin discuss: Advice Jon would give his clientsHow to be an effective managerHow to find the right mentorBe with a company who's in alignment with who you areKey Ta...
Listen037 - KT’s Tips for When You’re in Your 50’s from 2018-05-15T09:00
In this episode, KT discuss's: Eliminating debtSave for retirementMake sure you're not paying for things that are no longer neededEliminate insurance items that are unnecessaryKey Takeaways:Increa...
Listen036 - Jon Dwoskin- Diversification of Career and Money from 2018-05-10T09:00
In this episode, KT and Jon Dwoskin discuss: · How to leverage your skills and sphere off of that · Is bigger always better? · How to communicate affectively · What th...
Listen035 - KT’s Tips for When You’re in Your 40’s from 2018-05-08T09:00
In this episode, KT discuss's: People have made bad habits that just keep setting them back40's is when you make the worst financial decisionsUnderstand what the barriers of your life areSpend you...
Listen034 - Jon Dwoskin- Dealing with Finance from 2018-05-03T09:00
In this episode, KT and Jon Dwoskin discuss: What's the right thing for people to be thinking about as they go into businessCan you teach someone to be an entrepreneur or does it come naturally?W...
Listen033 - KT’s Tips for When You’re in Your 30’s from 2018-05-01T09:00
In this episode, KT discusses: In your 30's you are making your own financial decisionsEstablish a strong plan on how to saveEmployee stock purchase plansPlanning for kids financiallyKey Takeaway...
Listen032 - Tammy Symons- What To Do When a Family Member Dies from 2018-04-26T09:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: KT's experience with a death of a family memberIf you're the griever, what you should be thinking aboutPlanning a funeralInquiring about life insuranc...
Listen031 - KT’s Tips for When You’re in Your 20’s from 2018-04-24T08:00
In this episode, KT discusses: Your 20s are the start of your "Grown-up" professional lifeIt's not too early to start savingDon't change jobs every few months- Get a job and keep it for a whileHav...
Listen030 - Tammy Symons- Planning Post Divorce from 2018-04-19T08:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: How to rebuild yourself after divorce, financiallyHow your expenses changeThe help of a professional through a divorceProtecting your credit score Key...
Listen029 - Tammy Symons- Kids are Expensive! from 2018-04-12T08:00
In this episode, KT and Tammy Symons discuss: Financial changes to consider when you start a familyHow to care for that child when both parents are workingKeeping insurance in mindPlanning for you...
Listen028 - KT’s Tips- Real Estate by the Numbers from 2018-04-10T09:00
In this episode, KT discusses: The current real estate trendRecent change in taxes for 2018Rise in the higher market interest rate Key Takeaways: Homes went up 5.7 percent last yearDon't go house...
Listen027 - Rachael Ela- Keeping Track of All Your Business’ Financial Moving Parts from 2018-04-05T09:00
In this episode, KT and Rachael Ela discuss: Steps that you shouldn't skipTypes of accounts to open for your businessUnderstanding your bank's funds availability policyThe expense of going too fas...
Listen026 - KT’s Tips- Gym Memberships from 2018-04-03T09:00
In this episode, KT discusses: The type of people who buy gym membershipsThe challenges of cancelling your gym membershipThe yearly cost of average gym memberships Key Takeaways: It's hard to can...
Listen025 - Rachael Ela- Maintaining a Healthy Financial Balance from 2018-03-29T09:00
In this episode, KT and Rachael Ela discuss: Banking feesThe cost of not paying attentionBanking in 2018Properly using overdraft protectionKey Takeaways:The FDIC now requires banks to track what p...
Listen024 - KT’s Tips- Trade Tariffs, good or bad? from 2018-03-27T09:00
In this episode, KT discusses: Economists' viewpoint on tariffsPresident Trump initiating tariffs on both steal and aluminumWhat other countries are doing with tariffsGood and services on a budget...
Listen023 - Rachael Ela – Helping Your Parents with Their Money from 2018-03-22T09:00
In this episode, KT and Rachael Ela discuss: When you should go into a physical bankAt the death of a parent, what do you do?What banking precautions you can put in placeHow to not take away digni...
Listen022 - KT’s Tips- Taking care of an Aging Parent from 2018-03-20T09:00
Taking Care of Aging Parents In this episode, KT discusses: When should you help your parentsHow to step in to helpParents don't want to ask kids for helpKey Takeaways:Aging is an undignified pr...
Listen021 - Karen Briscoe teaches 5 Minute Success from 2018-03-15T09:00
In this episode, KT and Karen Briscoe discuss: Compound interestHow to write a successful bookHow Karen measures successActing on your thoughts Key Takeaways: Make sure you create good habitsStay...
Listen020 - KT’s Tips- The Problem With Timeshares from 2018-03-13T09:00
The Problem with Timeshares In this episode, KT discusses:Value of timesharesWhat to expect from the sales personHow to get out of timesharesKey Takeaways: Timeshares are not an investmentTimesha...
Listen019 - George Ferullo -3 Tax changes affecting high earners from 2018-03-08T09:00
Those Who Pay the Most, Save the Most In this episode, KT and George discuss:Tax changes and its effect on high earnersUnreimbursed expenses from homeUpcoming changes of alimonyThings that have c...
Listen018 - KT’s Tips- Frothy Markets from 2018-03-06T09:00
The Word Around the Most Recent Sell Out In this episode, KT discusses:The signs when things are getting too frothy in the marketFOMOWhen to buy, for investment reasonsKey Takeaways: When people ...
Listen017 - George Ferullo 2- Tax reform for the self-employed, how to make the most of the changes and avoid some of the pitfalls from 2018-03-01T09:00
Treading Carefully with Self-Employment and Taxes In this episode, KT and George discuss:A recent change in corporate tax reformThe benefits of being an S corporationSmall business owners sweeten...
Listen016 - Taking Charge of Your Finances from 2018-02-27T09:00
Click here to reach KT In this episode, KT discusses:Common steps to managing money betterTaking care of your bills and upgrading your cybersecurityWhere you should physically keep your money ...
Listen015 - Understanding the Complexity of the New Tax Code from 2018-02-22T09:00
George Ferullo In this episode, KT and George discuss:Getting taxes done this yearKeeping a cool financial headWriting off state and local taxes against the federal returnThe trade off Key Takea...
Listen014 - KT’s Tips- Understanding Market Mania from 2018-02-20T09:00
In this episode, KT discusses: Defining market maniaHow overconfidence can be a financial deficitThe reality of new currencyKey Takeaways:BitCoin is today's market maniaThe herd mentality leads pe...
Listen013 - Living or Dying Without a Plan from 2018-02-15T09:12
Reach Me Here: KT Thomas Getting your finances in order, because life happens In this episode, KT discusses: Why a will is importantLegal ramifications if you don't have a will Engaging an attorn...
Listen012 - Getting the Most Bang for Your Gas Buck from 2018-02-13T04:00
Reach Me Here: KT Thomas In this episode, KT discusses: What gas to choose when you're filling up your tankHow did premium gas come to be?What do the facts say about regular vs. premium gas?Key ...
Listen011 - How to Make Your Forever Home, the Happiest Place to Be Within Budget from 2018-02-08T04:00
Reach Me Here: KT Thomas How to Make Your Forever Home, the Happiest Place to Be Within Budget In this episode, KT and Melissa discuss: When should you spend a lot of money on renovationsGivin...
Listen010 - Protecting and Dead-Bolting Your Credit from 2018-02-06T04:00
Reach Me Here: KT ThomasProtecting and Dead-Bolting Your Credit In this episode, KT discusses: The Equifax breachManaging your creditFreezing your creditKey Takeaways:A simple way to protect yo...
Listen009 - The 411 on the 529 Plan from 2018-02-01T04:00
Reach Me Here: KT Thomas In this episode, KT and Tammy discuss:Misinformation about 529 plansWho's best suited for a 529 plan?The downsides to doing this planWhat Tammy recommends Key Takeaways:Y...
Listen008 - The Take from 2018-01-30T04:00
In this episode, KT discusses: What does "the take" mean?Why you should keep an eye out for tax exempt investmentsKey Takeaways:When the tax rate change is all said and done, those with the higher...
Listen007 - Hiring the right professional from 2018-01-25T04:00
In this episode, KT and Melissa discuss: Keeping a budget in mindQuick and Cheap? Not so muchPlan, plan, planBang for your bucksKey Takeaways:Coming up with a budget can be difficult, so think abo...
Listen006 - Pink it and Shrink it from 2018-01-23T04:00
Reach Me Here: KT ThomasIn this episode, KT discusses: How women pay more for less productKnowing what to look for Key Takeaways: Often times, products packaged in pink are more expensive and con...
Listen005 - Making Sure Your Financial Plans are In Good Professional Hands from 2018-01-18T04:00
Reach Me Here: KT ThomasIn this episode, KT and Tammy discuss: Why a financial planner is importantThings to keep in mind when choosing a financial plannerBeing a CFP vs. working as a CFPFiduciar...
Listen004 - What Tax Law Changes Are Bringing Homeowners in 2018 from 2018-01-16T04:00
In this episode, KT discusses: What a home equity line of credit is and how it's changed in 2018Variable interest ratesAdvantage and disadvantages of tax benefitsThe effects on the average America...
Listen003 - Renovations from the Ground Up, The Money Conscious Way from 2018-01-16T03:00
In this episode, KT and Melissa discuss: Keeping a budget in mindQuick and Cheap? Not so muchPlan, plan, planBang for your bucksKey Takeaways:Coming up with a budget can be difficult, so think abo...
Listen002 - Bitcoin: The New Gold or The Next ‘.com’ from 2018-01-16T02:00
In this episode, KT discusses: Understanding BitcoinThe speculationOn a 1 to 10 scale of risky... Bitcoin is a 20Is it a gold replacement? Key Takeaways: A cryptocurrency is a replacement for rea...
Listen001 - KTs Money Matters Intro Episode from 2018-01-08T03:34
In this episode, KT discusses: KT's careerThe purpose of KT'sMoneyMatters podcastTypes of guests on the showWhat you should expect Key Takeaways: KT has been a financial advisor for more than 25 ...
Listen001 - KTs Money Matters Intro Episode from 2018-01-08T03:34
In this episode, KT discusses: KT's careerThe purpose of KT'sMoneyMatters podcastTypes of guests on the showWhat you should expect Key Takeaways: KT has been a financial advisor for more than 25 ...
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