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Money Guy Show
Hosted by Brian Preston and Bo Hanson · EN
Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life.
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How To Win Financially Based On Your Income
Today00:39:35Summary readyHow much should you save based on your income? In this episode, Brian and Bo break down exactly how to build wealth at $50,000, $100,000, $150,000, and $300,000 per year. Learn realistic savings rates, retirement projections, emergency fund targets, budgeting frameworks, and the mindset shifts that can help you achieve financial independence regardless of where you start. Whether you're trying to maximize a modest income, avoid lifestyle creep, invest more effectively, or create a retirement plan that works, this guide shows how disciplined saving, investing, and smart financial planning can help you win with money. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryThe Stark Reality of What a $1.5M Retirement Looks Like in 2026
2d ago01:05:24Summary readyIs $1.5 million enough to retire in 2026? A recent article called the outlook for a $1.5 million nest egg a "stark reality," but Brian and Bo break down the numbers, retirement income potential, Social Security benefits, safe withdrawal rates, taxes, inflation, and what really determines retirement success. If you're planning for retirement, wondering how much you need to retire comfortably, or trying to calculate your retirement number, this analysis will help you understand whether $1.5 million is enough for your unique situation. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryHow They Escaped $92,000 of Debt Before It Was Too Late
4d ago01:15:19Summary readyCan you really afford to become a one-income family? In this episode of Making a Millionaire, Tyler and Mikaela share how they went from nearly $92,000 of debt, an $84-month car loan, lifestyle inflation, and costly home renovations to building a $400,000 net worth in their early 30s. Their journey highlights budgeting, emergency funds, investing, 401(k) strategies, Roth IRA planning, 529 accounts, employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs), RSUs, family financial planning, and the Financial Order of Operations. If you're wondering how to pay off debt, save for retirement, build wealth with one income, or balance financial independence with raising a family, this episode is packed with real-world lessons and actionable insights. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryWe asked 1,000 millionaires how they got rich. Here’s what they said.
1w ago00:34:17Summary readyWhat do real millionaires actually do with their money? We surveyed 1,000 millionaire households to uncover the habits, savings rates, investing behaviors, home-buying decisions, debt strategies, and wealth-building mindset that helped them achieve financial independence. From net worth and income data to student loans, car purchases, emergency funds, and the Financial Order of Operations, discover the surprising lessons wealthy Americans used to build lasting wealth—and how you can apply them to your own financial journey. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryHow Much Money Can We Give Away In One Episode?
1w ago01:06:44Summary readyA live giveaway referenced during this episode occurred on June 16, 2026, and is now closed. No further entries are being accepted. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryFinancial Advisors React to Insane Money Clips
2w ago00:21:31Summary readyFinancial Advisors React is back with some of the wildest money clips on the internet. From “money is just an idea” and private chef tax write-offs to trading challenges, student loan reality checks, and people who have never heard of a 401(k), Brian and Bo break down the financial lessons hidden inside the chaos. Along the way, they cover investing, saving, retirement planning, index funds, wealth building, financial literacy, and why getting rich is usually a lot less exciting than social media makes it look. If you've ever wondered whether internet money advice actually works, this episode is for you. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryMillionaires Expose The Truth About Wealth
2w ago00:35:33Summary readyWhat are the biggest lies people believe about wealth? We surveyed real millionaires and wealthy households to uncover the most common misconceptions about money, investing, retirement, financial independence, and building lasting wealth. Discover why most millionaires are self-made, why money alone doesn't create happiness, why high income isn't required to become wealthy, and how consistent investing, smart financial habits, and long-term thinking can transform your future. If you're serious about retirement planning, wealth building, investing for beginners, personal finance, and achieving financial freedom, these millionaire insights may completely change the way you think about money. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryThe Uncomfortable Truth About the SpaceX IPO
2w ago01:09:33Summary readySpaceX IPO news is dominating financial headlines, but should investors actually buy in? Brian Preston and Bo Hanson break down the valuation, IPO risks, stock market history, index fund concerns, Elon Musk’s growing influence, and what everyday investors should know before making emotional investing decisions. Learn how speculative investments fit into a long-term wealth-building strategy, why IPO excitement can create dangerous pricing distortions, and how the Financial Order of Operations helps investors stay disciplined when markets get euphoric. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryThey Want to Cut Their Income By 50%… Is It Possible?
3w ago01:03:16Summary readyCan starting early really carry you through the messy middle and out the other side? Luis (28) and Kori (28) earn over $200,000 combined, with $151,000 already invested and twins arriving in October. But a 72-month car loan, an emergency fund running short, and three months of unpaid maternity leave on the horizon mean the plan they built for two needs some work before life gets loud. We walk through all of their financial questions and build a plan for their even more beautiful tomorrow. Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryThe Real Reason Americans Are Broke
3w ago00:34:17Summary readyUse code MONEYGUY at Monarch.com to get your first year half off at just $50: https://bit.ly/monarch-moneyguy Americans aren't broke because of inflation, housing prices, or interest rates. The real reasons go deeper than that, and the good news is they're all within your control. Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, break down the three core reasons most Americans struggle financially, from the money knowledge most of us were never taught to the costly habits we keep repeating, and share what you can do to stay in control of your financial journey! Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources Reach your goals faster with our products Take the relationship to the next level: become a client Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast Connect with us on social media for more content Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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