Podcast
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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Why These Things Aren’t Worth Your Money (Feat. Erin Talks Money)
May 2701:05:35Summary readyAre you wasting your money without realizing it? We are so excited to be joined by special guest Erin from Erin Talks Money to talk through the hot topics where we agree, disagree, and yes, even want to fight. From food delivery to sports betting and whole life insurance, there are several places we see people leave serious wealth on the table, and we break down the data for you! We also debut a new game we like to call "Worth It or Waste?" and nobody is holding back. Then we answer your questions about lifestyle creep, FOO Step 8, selling investments for a wedding, and more. 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
SummaryHe’s Working 60 Hours a Week to Retire Early… Is It Worth It?
May 2500:56:46Summary readySkylar (23) and Milet (26) are already living like financial mutants. They're saving 25%, maxing Roth IRAs, and sitting on a net worth of nearly $300,000, all while Skylar works three jobs and DIYs 1,800 square feet of backyard pavers on weekends. But the system that got them here might be holding them back from the flexibility they're building toward. We reveal the solo 401(k) opportunity that could save them nearly $7,000 in taxes annually, show why their 457 accounts are perfect for early retirement, and map out how they could reach their more beautiful tomorrow by 50-55, even if they drop to one income with kids. 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
SummaryEven Smart People Make These Massive Money Mistakes
May 2200:36:42Summary readyBeing smart doesn't guarantee financial success. We break down five critical mistakes highly intelligent people make with money, from overconfidence in stock picking (despite 90% of pros underperforming index funds) to analysis paralysis that can cost over a million dollars in delayed wealth building. Using case studies like Average Allen versus Manny the Mutant, we show how delaying investing by just 10 years turns $225,000 into either $931,000 or over $2 million, why 40% of people earning $500,000+ still live paycheck to paycheck, and how smart people waste mental energy optimizing credit card rewards while missing the decisions that actually build wealth. Whether you're a doctor, engineer, or tech executive wondering why your net worth doesn't match your income, this episode reveals why behavioral consistency matters more than high IQ when it comes to building lasting wealth. 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
SummaryAverage Salary By Age (How Do You Stack Up?)
May 2001:05:41Summary readyMost Americans wildly overestimate what the people around them earn, and that gap in perception can lead to some costly financial mistakes. Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, break down real median income data by age, debunk the $500K myth, and show you exactly how discipline and savings rate can matter more than income when it comes to building lasting wealth. Then it's your turn! We answer live questions on HSAs, term insurance, car loan limits, and more (while having some fun out in the wings). 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 Massive Money Mistakes
May 1800:18:51Summary readyWhy go small when you can go massive? Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, react to the internet's biggest money mistakes, from Steve-O getting someone approved on a 120-month Dodge Charger to a man who cashed out his 401(k) to buy a boat in the Virgin Islands (and somehow met his wife doing it). We break down the solar panel loan trap, the job-hopping debate, and why personal finance is so personal that a 30-second clip telling you what you must do may be the biggest mistake of all. 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
Summary7 Cashflow Milestones Worth Celebrating (2026 Edition)
May 1500:28:44Summary readyUse code MONEYGUY at Monarch.com to get your first year half off at just $50: https://www.monarch.com/ How do you know if you're actually winning with money before you hit seven figures in 2026? Net worth milestones can take years to reach, but cash flow milestones happen fast because you can have direct control over them. From getting to net positive for the first time to saving $1,000 a month, Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, share seven cashflow milestones to celebrate on your journey to financial independence. 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
SummaryEveryday Investors Are Beating Fund Managers (Copy Their Strategy)
May 1301:07:49Summary readyWhile we believe time in the market beats timing the market, recent data shows the average equity investor has underperformed the overall market by roughly 5% per year. Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, break down the behavioral patterns behind that gap, from loss aversion to overconfidence, and share what a smarter investment strategy can look like in 2026. Then it's your turn! We answer your live questions covering FOO Step 7, the benefits of ABLE accounts, and rapid-fire questions on FIRE paths, company stock purchase plans, and more. 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 Heart of The Messy Middle | Making a Millionaire
May 1101:13:26Summary readyLuke (29) and Anna (30) have a $342K net worth, but they're stuck in the messy middle with three kids under seven and completely different money philosophies. Luke tracks every dollar across dozens of budget categories while Anna feels micromanaged and exhausted by the rigidity. Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, walk them through restructuring their budget, creating wins for both spouses, and building a plan that funds both today's happiness and their even more beautiful tomorrow. With big dreams for their family and a passion project for scaling Luke’s sports camp business, they need to get on the same page fast. This episode shows how to bridge the gap between the analytical spouse and the experiential spouse, why a new budgeting strategy might be the key to saving their financial harmony, and how a 14% savings rate can still build an $8 million portfolio by age 65 when you have a better plan and a united vision. 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 to Build a Financial Plan By Age
May 800:40:03Summary readyHow should your financial plan evolve as you age? The Financial Order of Operations shows you what to do with your next dollar, but life insurance, estate planning, and tax strategy require a deeper framework. Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, walk through the six core areas of financial planning and reveal what to prioritize in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond to build lasting wealth in 2026. This episode covers estate planning, budgeting, tax planning, and risk management across every decade of your wealth-building 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
SummaryBuy Now Pay Later: The Data Revealed
May 601:07:10Summary readyHow many Americans are actually using Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services? And how much is it helping or hurting them financially? Financial Advisors, Brian Preston and Bo Hanson, break down recent data on BNPL usage, and discuss their concern with the rising trend. Then stick around, we talk about what's on your mind with a Q&A segment directly from YOU! This episode features questions on when it's ok to lease a car, when to hire a financial advisor, what to expect as an employee if your company goes public, and so much more. 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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