83% of Americans say they overspend. 44% say they usually use a credit card to pay for the additional purchases they make when going over budget. How do we break free from the cycle of overspending?

E193: How to Stop Overspending and Regain Control of Your Finances

HSAs can be used for health care expenses in the short term, but it’s also possible to unlock massive potential for long-term financial planning. Understanding the workings of an HSA is a powerful way to supplement your other investments and save money in the long run.

E192: Unlocking the Triple Tax Benefit – How an HSA Can Maximize Your Savings

Financial strategies are not “one size fits all” and they change as we progress through different stages of life. Your money habits in your 20s may not be as effective in your 40s or 50s.

E191: How to Build Wealth in Every Stage of Life

Are you tired of traditional budgeting methods that don't seem to work? Reverse budgeting might be the solution you need. Discover what it is and how it can help you save money.

E190: What is Reverse Budgeting and How Can It Help You Save Money?

Determining the right amount of life insurance can be easier than you think. There are some general rules of thumb that can help.

E189: Rules of Thumb to Determine How Much Life Insurance You Need

By equipping yourself with knowledge and implementing preventative measures, you can take control of your financial security and ensure that your money remains safe from the clutches of fraudsters.

E188: Protecting Your Money – Understanding the Consequences of Debit Card Fraud

Let’s cover the basics of ESG and discuss at a high level what it is and how it can apply to your investments.

E187: ESG Investing Defined – A Beginner's Guide

Starting a business is a dream that many people share. However, there are several myths that surround the process, particularly when it comes to startup costs.

E186: The Truth About Starting a Business – Debunking Myths About Startup Costs

Once debt reaches a certain point, many people find that they've had enough and have a desire to get rid of their debt. But this can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task. Luckily, there are methods that can help you get out of debt faster.

E185: The Quickest Way to Get Out of Debt – A Guide to Choosing the Right Strategy

We all want strong investment returns. But what are the things that usually get in the way of that? It's not what you think.

E184: Five Behaviors That Diminish Your Investment Returns

Practical discussions and insights on money with a modern and socially conscious approach to building wealth. Hosted by Michael Reynolds, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Principal of Elevation Financial.

Michael is great at taking complicated financial info and breaking it down so the average business owner can understand and move forward making solid money decisions!

Michael makes it easy

Michael is an invaluable resource for young entrepreneurs like myself. His advice is sound and there is no fluff or BS like other advisors I’ve come across. Not to mention he is extremely thoughtful and caring with his clients. I highly recommend his podcast and working with him as an advisor and coach! Thanks for all you do and provide, Michael!

Amazing financial advice and resource!

Wealth Redefined®

Personal finance is often more about behavior than math. Michael shares his "life hacks" for organizing bank accounts for maximum optimization.

E2: Optimizing Your Bank Accounts With Intention

Adam Morgan

Have you heard of the F.I.R.E. movement? What does it mean and how do you do it? We are joined by Adam Morgan, Senior Editor at The Simple Dollar to learn more about the story and approach behind F.I.R.E.

E44: Introduction to the F.I.R.E. Movement (with Adam Morgan)

Rachel Richards

Would you rather clean your toilets than do a budget? Do spreadsheets and cash flow numbers make you cringe? As important as budgeting is, many of us have a lot of head trash about it. Join us as we talk with best-selling money author Rachel Richards about how to generate excitement about budgeting.

E27: How to Get Excited about Budgeting (with Rachel Richards)

Passive income is not necessarily the "retire on the beach and make money while you sleep" fantasy that many of us think of. However, with some ingenuity and perseverance, practical passive income can become reality. Here are some ideas.

E15: 12 Modern Passive Income Ideas

Today we go through 7 of the most common retirement saving mistakes and what they mean.

E31: 7 Common Retirement Saving Mistakes

We discuss the often under-utilized Solo 401(k), who it's for and how it works. Hint: you may be eligible.

E4: All About the Solo 401(k) Plan

Facing a mountain of debt can be scary. There is a way through it.

E22: How We Paid Off Over $400k in Student Loan Debt

In this episode we talk with Annie LaCroix, owner of Brainy Boss and a parallel entrepreneur. Annie shares her story of going through a divorce and facing an overwhelming amount of debt and how she fought through it and is now growing two successful businesses.

E16: Divorced and $500k in Debt - A Comeback Story

Thinking of starting a side hustle or a new business? Not sure how to get your LLC up and running? We'll walk you through it.

E43: How to Start an LLC

Why and when is it time to grow a side hustle into a full-time business? We talk through some of the details here.

E11: Growing a Side Hustle Into a Full-time Business

Do you struggle to charge appropriate fees for the value you bring to your customers? You're not alone. One of the biggest challenges we have as entrepreneurs is getting paid what we're worth. Co-host Daniel Herndon joins us again.

E7: Charging What You're Worth

When is the last time you rebalanced your 401(k)?

E24: How (And Why) to Rebalance Your 401(k)

Tyler Ludlow

What is decision science and can it be used to make better decisions about life and money? We find out by sitting down with a real-life decision scientist who happens to be the "Robin Hood" of decision science.

E36: Using Science to Make Better Money Decisions (with Tyler Ludlow)

Jeff Crane

What do you do when you're fed up with the corporate world and you want to make a change? Many people in this situation have a goal to start a business. But it can be scary to go it alone, which is why franchise ownership can be appealing to some. We sit down with Jeff Crane from The Entrepreneur's Source to learn all about what it takes to start and own a franchise.

E28: Considering Entrepreneurship as a Franchise Owner (with Jeff Crane)

A discussion on owning multiple businesses at the same time, known as "parallel entrepreneurship." Why do it? Pros and cons? How do you manage multiple ventures? Co-host: Daniel Herndon, owner of MilesHerndon and Gavel Curated Cafe.

E3: Parallel Entrepreneurship - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Let's talk about the myths surrounding financial advisors and get the real story.

E23: 13 Myths About Working With a Financial Advisor

In lieu of New Year's resolutions, I like to define "3 words" for myself to focus on each year. I'll share how the exercise works and my 3 words for 2020.

E35: My 3 Words for 2020

We gathered a panel of smart people to answer your money questions at XYPN Live in St. Louis. We discuss student loans, stocks vs. mutual funds, starting a business, and more.

E20: Your Money Questions Answered at #XYPNLIVE

Blogging and podcasting are two great ways to share your knowledge and build a following. But how do you actually make money from it?

E5: How Do I Make Money With a Blog or a Podcast?

What is a Health Savings Account and how does it work? What are these tax benefits everyone keeps talking about? You're in luck. Today we unpack HSAs and how they work.

E42: What is An HSA and Do I Need One?

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