Financial Progress Podcast
Join us, Besties from North Philly, as we embark on a journey to inspire and inform through insightful conversations on financial wisdom. Every step forward is a step towards financial progress. Together, let's explore this financial journey step by step.
Episodes
34 episodes
Episode 34: Navigating Family Dynamics and Financial Secrets - A Reddit thread reaction
SummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess delve into a Reddit thread discussing a woman's conflict between her fiancé and her family regarding financial secrets. The conversation explores themes of family dynamics, loyalty,...
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Episode 34
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10:45
Episode 33: How to Job Hop to 6 figures with Carla Santamaria
SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Carla Santamaria, a career coach and host of the First Gen Coach Podcast, shares her inspiring journey from being a first-generation immigrant to achieving financial success in the tec...
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Episode 33
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44:02
Episode 32: Set yourself up for the new year with TravelerCharly
Keywordsfinancial progress, money coaching, retirement accounts, HSAs, financial planning, budgeting, investing, emotional wealth, year-end goalsSummaryIn this episode of Financial Progress, ho...
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Episode 32
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27:21
Episode 31: Empowering Kids with Financial Literacy with Crystina Cardozo
Keywordsfinancial literacy, budgeting, kids and money, investing, cultural influences, lifestyle creep, financial setbacks, teaching children, financial education, lifelong learningSummaryIn th...
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Episode 31
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20:27
Episode 30: Lifestyle Creep: Recognize and Combat It
Keywordslifestyle creep, financial health, lifestyle inflation, budgeting, savings, financial goals, spending habits, financial security, income increase, personal financeSummaryIn this episode...
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Episode 30
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9:15
Episode 29: Interest Rates and Their Impact on Your Wallet
Keywordsfinancial progress, interest rates, refinancing, home buying, personal finance, savings accounts, mortgage rates, financial advice, home building, AI in financeSummaryIn this episode of...
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Episode 29
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17:22
Episode 28: From Debt to Financial Security
Keywordsfinancial progress, budgeting, marriage, debt management, investing, financial planning, savings, retirement, couples finance, money managementSummaryIn this episode of Financial Progre...
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Episode 28
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24:49
Episode 27: From Delays to Discounts: A PR Travel Tale
SummaryIn this episode, Chrissy interviews Jess and her husband, Hector as they share their travel experience to Puerto Rico, detailing the challenges they faced with delayed flights and how they managed to save money usin...
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Episode 27
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15:15
Episode 26: High Yield Savings: A Smart Financial Move
Keywordshigh yield savings, financial advice, savings accounts, interest rates, online banking, personal finance, emergency savings, compounding interest, financial literacy, money managementSummary
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Episode 26
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6:23
Episode 25: First Time Homebuyers Program and Tips for First Time Homeowners
Keywordsfirst-time homebuyer, homebuyer programs, grants, financial assistance, mortgage, PMI, home buying process, budgeting, real estate, homeownershipSummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess...
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Episode 25
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13:05
Episode 24: Understanding Financial Trauma with Rahkim Sabree, Financial Therapist
SummaryIn this conversation, Chrissy and Jess talk with Rahkim Sabree about the lack of financial education in low-income communities and the impact of the wage gap. They discuss the need for financial counseling and thera...
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53:00
Episode 23: The Emotional Toll of Student Loan Debt
SummaryIn this episode of Financial Progress, Jess and Chrissy discuss the emotional toll of student loan debt. They share their personal experiences and the impact it has had on their mental health. They highlight the fee...
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Episode 23
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20:09
Episode 22: The Importance of Accountability in Managing Finances
SummaryNyra shares her financial progress journey, starting from her childhood experiences with her parents' financial struggles. She talks about how her mom's hard work and frugality influenced her own financial habits. N...
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Episode 22
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43:06
Episode 21: Is it Financial Infidelity?
SummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess discuss a Reddit story about a couple facing a disagreement over financial infidelity. The wife saved up her fun money and purchased a gaming setup without consulting her husband, w...
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14:10
Episode 20: Maximizing the Benefits of 529 Accounts
SummaryIn this conversation, Nathalia discusses the benefits and details of 529 accounts. She explains that 529s are not just for college savings, but can also be used for trade schools, vocational schools, and K-12 privat...
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Episode 18
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19:13
Episode 19: FIRE Movement & how to plan for it
SummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess discuss the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement. They explain how to calculate a FIRE number, which is the amount of money needed to retire comfortably, and discuss ...
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Episode 19
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14:21
Episode 18: Mastering Your Finances with Zero-Based Budgeting
SummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess discuss the method of zero-based budgeting. They explain that zero-based budgeting is a method where you assign a specific job to every dollar you earn, with the goal of having your...
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Episode 18
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15:13
Episode 17: Paying off debt making under 100K with Nathalia from Chapina Wealth Building
SummaryNathalia from Chapina Building Wealth shares her journey to financial progress, including becoming debt-free and building a net worth of $300,000. She emphasizes the importance of financial education, tracking expen...
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Episode 17
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26:13
Episode 16: The Truth About Predatory Payday Loans
SummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess discuss predatory payday loans and share insights from Jess's experience working at a payday cash advance place. They explain how payday loans work, the criteria for qualifying, and...
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Episode 16
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20:20
Episode 15: Overspending in Puerto Rico!
SummaryChrissy and Jess discuss Chrissy's recent trip to Puerto Rico where she overspent and ended up in credit card debt. They talk about the reasons for the overspending, including not budgeting for certain expenses and ...
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39:41
Episode 14: What is Compound Interest?
SummaryCompound interest is interest on a deposit that is calculated based on both the initial principle and the accumulated interest from previous periods. It is interest on interest, which helps money grow faster than si...
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Episode 14
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13:05
Episode 13:Exploring Different Types of Insurance
ummaryIn this episode, Chrissy and Jess discuss the importance of insurance and the different types of insurance that individuals should consider. They cover health insurance, car insurance, homeowner's or renter's insuran...
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Episode 13
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11:50
Episode 12: The Factors That Influence Credit Scores
SummaryIn this episode of Financial Progress, Chrissy and Jess discuss credit scores and how they can be improved. They explain that credit scores are generated by algorithms that analyze credit reports, with the most commonly used s...
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16:32
Episode 11: 7 Steps in Financial Planning with Nora Davila aka inversionista_gal
SummaryIn this episode, Nora Davila from Inversionista Gal shares her financial progress journey and the importance of money mindset. She discusses the aha moment she had when she realized the power of investing and the pi...
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Episode 11
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48:32
Episode 10: Types of Grief and Their Financial Implications
SummaryThe conversation explores the impact of grief on financial decisions, debt, and coping mechanisms. It delves into various types of grief, including the loss of loved ones, job loss, and infertility struggles. The sp...
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Episode 10
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46:54