Money Guy Show

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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.

Episodes

  • How to Build a Financial Plan By Age

    This episode of The Money Guy Show discusses how financial plans should evolve with age. It covers key areas such as estate planning, budgeting, tax planning, and risk management for different decades of wealth building.

  • Buy Now Pay Later: The Data Revealed

    This episode of The Money Guy Show explores the data behind Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, examining their usage and financial implications. The hosts discuss concerns regarding the rising popularity of BNPL and answer listener questi…

  • Financial Advisors Correct The Internet

    This episode features financial advisors correcting common financial advice found online. They discuss topics such as investing in the S&P 500 versus luxury items, the reality of real estate investing, the value of FICO scores, and strateg…

  • Was It Easier For Previous Generations To Build Wealth?

    This episode of The Money Guy Show compares wealth building across generations by analyzing data such as income levels, inflation rates, housing prices, and spending patterns. It examines what has changed and what has stayed the same regar…

  • How Much Should You Save for Retirement?

    This episode of The Money Guy Show focuses on retirement savings, detailing how much individuals should save at various ages to meet their retirement goals. It also addresses financial questions on topics such as college tuition, HSA track…

  • From Broke in Their 30s to Millionaires in Their 50s | Making a Millionaire

    Jason and Candida, a couple in their 50s, transformed their finances from a negative net worth in their 30s to millionaires. The episode explores their financial journey and a plan to simplify their wealth-building strategies.

  • Average 401k Balance By Age (2026 Edition)

    This episode explores data on average 401k balances by age. It includes financial tips for progress and introduces Money Guy Markers to help listeners track their financial journey across different decades.

  • Are You Making This Mistake With Your Cash?

    In this episode, the hosts analyze recent Bankrate data regarding the state of emergency funds in America. The show also features a Q&A segment covering topics such as 401k matches, sinking funds, CoastFI, and business expenses, alongside…

  • Financial Advisors React to the WILDEST Money-Making Schemes

    Financial advisors Brian Preston and Bo Hanson react to various viral money-making schemes found on the internet. They contrast these speculative methods with reliable, long-term strategies for building lasting wealth.

  • Should You Buy Or Rent In 2026? (The Numbers SHOCKED Us!)

    This episode explores whether buying or renting a home is more financially advantageous in 2026. The hosts examine housing market trends, interest rates, and rental increases through a case study comparing a homeowner and a renter.

  • A Recession is Imminent? Do This Now.

    This episode of The Money Guy Show examines updated 2026 recession predictions from The Wall Street Journal and Goldman Sachs, offering strategies to manage market volatility at different stages of life. The show also features a live Q&A a…

  • They Were Burned by a Bad Financial Advisor | Making a Millionaire

    Max and Valerie discuss losing over $150,000 due to a financial advisor who lost his license. The Money Guy Show hosts offer guidance on how they can recover using the Financial Order of Operations.

  • All of Our Money Rules (And When to Break Them)

    In this episode, the hosts explain the 12 Money Guy financial rules and discuss when it may be appropriate to break them. They explore why understanding these exceptions can be important for building wealth effectively.

  • This 401(k) Trend is ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATING (And Getting Worse)

    This episode examines Vanguard data regarding 401(k) leakage and discusses the costs of taking withdrawals. The hosts also answer financial questions about car buying and 401(k) accounts, and participate in a rapid-fire segment.

  • Financial Advisors React to the BEST and WORST Tax Advice

    The Money Guy show reviews internet tax advice, identifying effective strategies and dangerous pitfalls. The episode emphasizes the difference between legal tax avoidance and illegal tax evasion.

  • How to Build Wealth with the 3 Bucket Strategy (By Age)

    This episode of The Money Guy Show explores a three-bucket wealth building strategy using tax-free, tax-deferred, and after-tax accounts. The hosts illustrate how to apply these strategies effectively across different ages and stages by tr…

  • The Playbook to Build Wealth With An Average Income

    In this episode, the hosts discuss strategies for building wealth with an average income. The session also features an April Fools' special and a rapid-fire Q&A segment answering viewer financial questions.

  • Will Their Unique Financial Structure Hold Up? | Making a Millionaire

    Nathan and Crissi look for financial guidance as they manage separate finances, a new business, and newborn twins. The hosts discuss their financial questions and help them evaluate potential strategies for their future.

  • HELP! I’m Financially Responsible But It’s SO Boring

    This episode discusses how to stay motivated during the "Mundane Middle" of wealth-building, specifically within steps six and seven of the Financial Order of Operations. It covers tips including portfolio milestones, a crossover point for…

  • Do This Today If You Want a Successful Retirement

    In this episode, The Money Guy Show shares five key insights from retirees, backed by data, to help listeners plan for retirement. The episode also includes a session answering various listener financial questions.

  • Financial Advisors React to RIDICULOUS Money Clips

    The hosts react to various viral financial claims from the internet, covering topics such as investment advice, debt, and home affordability. They discuss the risks of mistaking luck for skill and analyze the financial implications of comm…

  • How to Become A Millionaire (By Age)

    Financial advisors discuss behaviors and mathematical strategies for becoming a millionaire at different ages. The episode also explores the significance of reaching a $1 million net worth and what investors should focus on for their finan…

  • The BEST and WORST Cars (And Which Brands We Avoid)

    The Money Guy Show discusses trends in car financing using data from Edmunds, shares opinions on car brands, and answers listener financial questions regarding home and car buying.

  • The $75K Lesson That Changed Their Financial Future | Making a Millionaire

    Jonah and Caroline discuss the financial mistakes they have made in their 20s, including 401(k) loans and sports car purchases. The Money Guy Show team analyzes their money psychology and helps them establish a plan for their future wealth…

  • The Financial Plan that Could Change Your Life

    This episode explores the Financial Order of Operations (FOO) by following a hypothetical example, Freddie, through all nine steps. The hosts discuss common real-life financial situations, such as buying a home and receiving a raise, to de…

  • Best Investing Accounts for Kids (New Trump Accounts?)

    This episode of The Money Guy Show explores investment accounts for children, including an evaluation of new Trump Accounts. The hosts also announce a new community tool and answer audience questions in a rapid-fire segment.

  • Financial Advisors React to Their FAVORITE Finance Creators

    The Money Guy Show hosts provide a professional financial advisor's perspective on advice from creators Humphrey Yang and Andy Hill. They analyze specific financial topics, including housing affordability and strategies for building wealth.

  • Why Some People Become Rich, But Most Don’t

    This episode compares two different approaches to wealth building by walking through four key financial decisions. Using the examples of Average Allen and Manny the Mutant, the hosts demonstrate how small financial choices impact long-term…

  • X% of Young Americans Expect To NEVER Retire…

    New data suggests nearly 30% of Gen Z and Millennials expect to never retire. The hosts discuss strategies for understanding retirement timelines and answer listener questions.

  • They Turned Real Estate Into Wealth, But Still Feel Stuck | Making a Millionaire

    This episode of The Money Guy Show examines the financial situation of Becca and Christian, who are struggling to manage rental properties while working full-time. The hosts analyze the actual profitability of their properties to provide a…

  • 3 Big 401(k) Updates That Could Impact Your Future

    This episode explores three significant 401(k) changes arriving in 2026, including contribution limit adjustments, a Roth requirement, and the inclusion of alternative investments. The hosts also discuss current 401(k) trends, such as risi…

  • Don’t Fall For These Market Trends with Austin Hankwitz

    Austin Hankwitz joins The Money Guy Show to discuss his background as an investor and entrepreneur, analyze recent financial headlines, and answer audience questions.

  • Financial Advisors React to Money Advice on TikTok & YouTube

    In this episode, the team examines viral personal finance content from TikTok and YouTube to assess its accuracy. They discuss the nuances of extreme frugality and the ongoing debate surrounding daily small expenses like lattes.

  • Tax Tips To Beat The IRS By Age (Legally!)

    This episode of The Money Guy Show offers legal tax avoidance strategies, discussing actionable steps by decade. Topics include Roth contributions and capital gains rates to optimize tax planning.

  • Vanguard Predicts Market Collapse in 2026 (Are They Right?)

    The Money Guy Show analyzes Vanguard's recent Economic and Market Outlook, which predicts a market collapse in 2026. The episode offers strategies to protect finances regardless of market performance and includes listener questions.

  • Planning for the Future When Tomorrow Isn’t Guaranteed | Making a Millionaire

    Dom and Katie, both 28, have accumulated $443,000 but face spending anxiety due to medical uncertainty. This episode addresses how to build financial independence while still enjoying life, even with conditions affecting life expectancy.

  • The Truth About FIRE: 5 Types of Financial Independence

    This episode of The Money Guy Show explores the Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement, detailing 5 distinct strategies such as Lean FIRE and Fat FIRE. It covers the financial calculations, necessary mindset, and typical life…

  • Is it Impossible to Build Wealth in Your State? (Ranked)

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  • Financial Advisors React to CRAZY Money Advice

    In this episode of Money Guy Reacts, financial advisors break down social media financial advice, highlighting how seemingly correct math can lead to disastrous outcomes when poorly executed. They aim to provide the complete truth behind t…

  • How To Pull The Levers of Wealth Creation (By Age)

    The Money Guy Show discusses the three core components of wealth creation: time, discipline, and margin. The episode details strategies for pulling the levers of increasing income and decreasing expenses across different life stages to bui…

  • Your 401(k) Might Be Costing You Thousands

    A Department of Labor study found many large 401(k) plans have funds with revenue sharing. The Money Guy Show explains how to optimize your 401(k) to avoid fees that could cost you thousands and answers listener questions.

  • This 22 Year Old Needs a Complete Financial Reset | Making a Millionaire

    The episode features Peter, 22, who earns a good income from three jobs but struggles to build wealth because of over $5,000 in monthly expenses on non-essentials. The Money Guy Show discusses strategies for him to work smarter, not harder…

  • How To Get Rich and Stay Rich in 2026 (By Age)

    The Money Guy Show discusses actionable steps for building and maintaining wealth according to age. The episode focuses on strategies to reach financial goals and ensure long-term wealth preservation.

  • What They Don’t Tell You About FIRE with Andy Hill!

    Andy Hill, family finance coach, discusses his CoastFIRE journey on The Money Guy show. He and Bo explore the link between wealth and happiness, evaluate FIRE rules, and answer audience questions on topics including home buying and health…

  • Financial Advisors React to UNBELIEVABLE Money Clips

    The Money Guy Show features financial advisors reacting to unbelievable money clips, ranging from impressions and tax system skits to dangerous advice. The hosts clarify misconceptions and provide accurate financial guidance in this episod…

  • 9 Micro Habits to Completely Change Your Finances

    This episode of The Money Guy Show focuses on implementing 9 micro habits to transform your finances. It explains how small, consistent daily actions related to saving, discounts, bill payments, and health can lead to substantial financial…

  • Has the Stock Market Hit the Top? | Ask Money Guy

    The Money Guy Show addresses concerns about the stock market reaching its peak and potential crashes. They provide advice on financial strategies that remain effective irrespective of market conditions and answer listener questions on vari…

  • Their Single Income Plan Needs Some Help | Making a Millionaire

    Matt and Hanna, aged 27 and 25 respectively, have a combined income of $55,000 and a net worth exceeding $80,000. They are navigating financial challenges typical of "The Messy Middle," including student loan debt, a pending car purchase,…

  • 5 Levels of Wealth AND How To Achieve Them

    The Money Guy show discusses the 5 Levels of Wealth, outlining the steps from financial stability to abundance. The episode aims to help listeners identify their current level and provides actionable advice for advancement.

  • This New Money Trend TERRIFIES Us | Ask Money Guy

    The Money Guy show addresses a concerning new money trend that blurs the line between investing and gambling, specifically noting sports betting within investing apps. The episode also includes listener Q&A on topics like houseboats and da…