"We weren't managing the money we had . . . We needed to worry about the money going out, not just what's coming in."
Dave chats with a couple under serious financial stress until they made a budget and turned it all around in just 2 years.
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"Money's not in a different category here. You're teaching them behavior skills . . . to have self-control and to be a high-quality adult." —Dave
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"Your best inheritance to your children is first and foremost the character that you transfer to them." — Dave
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"If broke people are making fun of your financial plan, you're right on track." — Dave
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"The point of Baby Step 1 is . . . GET STARTED." — Dave
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"It's all in. All in for the healing or all in for the hell. Which one are you going to sign up for?" — Dave
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Author Andy Andrews visits Ken Coleman in the studio to chat about hope and creating value for other people.
Ken Coleman and Anthony ONeal sit in for Dave and give advice on investing, paying off debt, and saving for the future by following Dave's proven plan for winning with money.
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"The point of personal finance is it's personal, meaning that your life and your family decisions are as valid as the math decisions." --Dave
In this episode Dave talks about mortgages and tax deductions, investing in real estate, and why paying off the mortgage is a smart way to build wealth.
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"Everything that we talk about is what Proverbs says, that the diligent prosper. Meaning that when you work your butt off, you have money." — Dave
A family from California visits the studio to share their debt-free journey. Listen to hear what makes Dave say, "Beware of the preschool teacher!"
Dave explains why his teachings don't match up with the "prosperity gospel" and why it's absurd to say the program only works for the privileged.
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Borrowing money to get ahead in life will usually come back to bite you. Dave knows. He's been there. In this episode, Dave gives practical advice on debt, investing and building wealth.
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To win with money, couples need to be on the same page. In this episode, Dave gives tips to help improve communication in marriage when making a budget and attacking debt.
A couple from Texas calls the show to scream, "We're DEBT-FREE!"
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In this episode, Dave talks about the three things you should do with your money and the best way to invest in mutual funds to pull a livable income during retirement.
A couple in Florida calls the show to share how they declared bankruptcy and felt hopeless when they still had to pay off $50,000. But they followed Dave's plan and got out of debt: "We're out! We're free! . . . When you have your moment of change, never look back!"
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Debt doesn't have to be a lifetime sentence. A millennial couple from North Carolina visits the studio to share how they paid off $127,000 in two years and started a small business with cash!
Christy Wright joins Dave in studio to discuss how women can discover their profit potential and how to take their small business to the next level.
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Retiring wealthy is the Great American Dream, but figuring out if you will have enough to live on and enjoy can be a little scary. In this episode Dave explains how to determine if your investments will fund your retirement dreams.
Dave discusses Credit Bureaus and the dependent relationship Americans have with the almighty FICO score.
A determined couple from Ohio visits the studio to scream, "We're DEBT-FREE!"
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Dave recommends buying ten times your income in term life insurance. But what if a tragic diagnosis prevents you from being eligible? In this episode, Dave gives practical advice to a cancer survivor who wants to protect his family with life insurance.
A family from Los Angeles, California visits the studio to share their debt-free journey: "Big hairy debt payments are the only way to knock out big hairy debts!"
Dave gives personal insight to a young couple in walking through Chapter 13 bankruptcy: "Sharon and I went through the same kind of stuff you guys are going through, but with zeros on the end of our stupidity.... So I know how it feels to be scared and wish I hadn't done that."
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Feeling stuck in debt? There's a way out! Like millions of other families, you can take simple steps to change the way you handle money and get ahead. In this episode, Dave gives practical advice on the quickest way to beat debt and talks to a couple from Kentucky who paid off $125,000 in less than 2 years!
Dave talks about Proverbs 13:11: Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.
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Small-business and property owners are the backbone of America. But if you don't know the basics of handling your money the right way, it can be disastrous to your bottom line. In this episode, Dave explains how to set up a business account with a separate prioritized spending plan to know exactly how profitable your business is.
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If you think you'll be in debt until the day you die, think again! In this episode, Dave talks to several callers who are living that debt-free life, including a newlywed couple from Washington who paid off $109,000 in less than 2 years! Listen to be inspired by their story!
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Don't tell Dave that all millennials live in their parents' basement playing video games. Some are on fire! In this episode, Dave chats with a 19 year old who has a solid plan to finish school debt-free, but wants to know when she should start investing, move out of her parents' home, and buy a house on her own! Listen to Dave's practical guidance on what college students should do with their money and when to start living independently.
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Home—it's not just a place to lay your head. It's the sound of "Happy Birthday" echoing around the table. It's the smell of popcorn hanging in the air while binge-watching TV late at night. Your home is full of memories, so deciding to pack up and move is full of emotions—even if you're moving for a good reason. Dave's been there! In this episode, Dave gives practical advice on whether to sell your home if you're trying to pay down debt.
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Retirement expert Chris Hogan says retirement is not an age—it's a financial number. And the good news is, you get to set that number. Do you dream of retiring with millions? In this episode, Dave and Chris interview people just like you with a net worth of at least $1,000,000 to find out what they did to reach their number. Do what they did, and you, too, can become an everyday millionaire.
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Achieving personal goals is challenging, especially when family members make you feel guilty for it. In this episode, Dave gives insight on how to set clear, healthy boundaries with family.
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If a lifetime of stupid money mistakes is stealing your hope and inspiration, it's time to draw a line in the sand. In this episode, Dave gives insight on how to find motivation to take control of your money and future. "Grace means I can put stupid in the rear-view mirror. . . . There are storm clouds in the rearview mirror. But that's in the past. Drive away from the storm toward the sun. That's what we're all trying to do—learning from our mistakes."
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Transitioning to a single-income household after a divorce can be scary and overwhelming. In this episode, Dave talks to a rockstar single mom who explain the steps she took to become a millionaire!
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Too many students are drowning under the weight of school loans. It doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, Dave gives practical advice on how to pay for your degree in cash!
A couple from Kentucky visits the studio to share how they paid off $72,000 of student loans in 19 months: "Sallie Mae was around long enough, I think I was going to have to take her for a driving test soon!"
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