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In this episode of The Money Nerds Podcast I'm sharing with you some exciting changes for the podcast. (Don't worry, we're not going anywhere!) I've been thinking about ways to help listeners-- like you--even more! • BIGGEST CHANGES • - More guest interviews - Q+A Segments: If you have a personal finance question? Send me a voicemail: http://themoneynerds.com/ask/ - Bringing back 5TF - Video podcast episodes *MY RECOMMENDATIONS* *BEST high yield savings accounts: https://whitneyhansen.com/hysa *Budgeting Templates: https://moneynerds.etsy.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

* Join my weekly newsletter for practical money tips : https://whitneyhansen.kit.com/ * Try my favorite money saving app- Qapital and get $5 added to your account: http://get.quapital.com/Er4Xva1aNO *BEST high yield savings accounts: https://whitneyhansen.com/hysa *Budgeting Templates: https://moneynerds.etsy.com ♥︎ ♥︎ ♥︎ Prefer to listen to the podcast? https://open.spotify.com/episode/7A6s1yvPrCp1jQ9tBed4al?si=MlnFvSKYR0CsARHvShHMBA Say "Hi" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/whitney_hansen_co ♥︎ ♥︎ ♥︎ASK ME A QUESTION If you have a personal finance question? Send me a voicemail: http://themoneynerds.com/ask/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode covers market trends, mortgage strategies, and tips for first-time buyers navigating the complex housing market. Our guest, Lauren Bowling, shares her journey from personal finance to real estate, offering expert advice on buying, selling, and financing homes. If you’ve been considering buying a home in the next few years, this episode is a must listen!  What You’ll Learn In this episode we talk about: Lauren Bowling's career transition from personal finance to real estate Market trends in Atlanta and comparison with other markets Down payment options and house hacking strategies Step-by-step home buying process for first-time buyers Negotiating closing costs and mortgage buy downs Importance of choosing the right real estate agent and lender Understanding mortgage insurance and escrow options Impact of interest rates on long-term homeownership Resources Connect with Lauren: laurenbowlingatl.com Lauren’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurenbowlingatl/   Say hi to Whitney: https://www.instagram.com/whitney_hansen_co/ **Join my weekly newsletter to get tips, episodes, and life updates: https://whitneyhansen.kit.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I love a good side hustle. These are my top 10 favorites that I enjoy as a financial coach. *NOTE: I only recommend side hustles that I have personally tested. If I haven't tested it myself, I will tell you. All of these are tried and true. Mentioned in this episode: • My $500 Weekend Challenge: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-nerds/id1161261587?i=1000787648028 • Part 1: Setting Up Our Glamping Dome: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-nerds/id1161261587?i=1000536309409 • My Flower Pot House: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-nerds/id1161261587?i=1000604379390 • My Style of Real Estate Investing: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-money-nerds/id1161261587?i=1000589317776 Get social with me: Instagram: @whitney_hansen_co Tiktok: @whitneyhansen10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join us live from Fincon 2026  in Palm Springs- where we are mixing things up a bit for a game of “would you rather?” and finishing up with a round of “red flag or green flag.” Just a few of the questions we dive into:  Would you rather be anonymously wealthy or publicly successful but have much less money? Would you rather spend freely on everyday conveniences or save that money for one major luxury? Would you rather lend a family member one thousand dollars or say no and risk damaging the relationship? And don’t miss the discussion around investing or paying off a 3% mortgage! Equal parts ridiculous and enlightening come hang out with us and see how your answers stack up to fellow money nerds.  Our Guests: Kelly Anne Smith: freedominabudget.com and on Instagram: instagram.com/freedominabudget Jim Wang: wallethacks.com and Instagram: instagram.com/bestwallethacks Joe Saul-Sehy: stackingbenjamins.com and Instagram: instagram.com/stackingbenjaminspodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get social with me: Instagram: @whitney_hansen_co Tiktok: @whitneyhansen10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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This episode we’re exploring ambition vs contentment. Are they opposites? Can they coexist? What fuels your ambition?  And how does making a decision from a place of “enough” contrast decision based on scarcity? Mentioned in this episode Join my weekly newsletter and get access to the free DIY Investor Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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