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MoneyTalks
Jul
24
2026
How to Start Investing: A Beginner’s Guide for Women to Building Wealth with Confidence
Learn how to start investing with confidence. Understand the differences between a 401(k), Roth IRA, brokerage account, and HSA, plus practical investing tips for women...
Jun
29
2026
Give Back With Intention: Legacy Planning Beyond Children, Wills & Charitable Giving
Leave a legacy beyond leaving money to children. This can include a charitable giving plan, donor-advised funds, wills, trusts, and legacy giving strategies, aligning...
Mar
27
2026
Equal Pay Day for Women: How to Negotiate Salary, Invest, and Build Wealth Anyway
Learn how women can negotiate salary, invest confidently, maximize benefits, and build long-term wealth despite the gender pay gap.
Jan
23
2026
Understanding Annuities: Types, Benefits, and Common Misconceptions
Learn how annuities work, the different types available, and common misconceptions. A clear, educational guide to annuities and financial planning for women.
Oct
31
2025
Q4 Money Moves: How to Max Out Retirement Accounts and Lower Taxes Before December 31
Listen to Koren Vining as she shares what year-end money moves to do to maximize your retirement and tax savings before year’s end.
Oct
27
2025
Aligning Your Money with Your Life: Protect Your Financial Goals Without Sacrificing Your Social Life
Listen to Tamar Hermes of Women Growing Wealth as she reveals how to align your money with your values. Protecting your goals without losing your social life.
Oct
10
2025
Planning for Life’s Transitions: Retirement, Tax Strategies, and Wealth Protection
Life doesn’t happen in straight lines—and your finances shouldn’t either. Career changes, retirement, divorce, or loss can all upend even the best-laid plans. That’s...
Oct
06
2025
Investing with Intention: Socially Responsible Investing
Money isn’t just about returns—it’s about impact. In this episode of Money Talks, we sit down with Purse Strings Approved Professional Beth Wahlig to unpack Socially...
May
29
2025
A Guide to Spousal IRAs: Building a Financial Legacy Together
Money doesn’t stop when you step out of the workforce—and your retirement planning shouldn’t either. In this episode of Money Talks, Dr. Barb Provost and Maggie Nielsen...
Feb
20
2025
Retirement Planning for Real Life: Tips for Women at Every Stage
Retirement may feel far away—or like it’s sneaking up fast. Either way, the best time to start planning is now. In this episode of Money Talks, we sit down with...
Women & Money – The Shit We Don’t Talk About Podcast
Aug
28
2026
What Does It Mean to Vote With Your Dollar? with Erin Fangmann and Kate Marsh Lord
In this episode, shop your values with Little Blue Cart founders Erin Fangmann and Kate Marsh Lord as they share how intentional spending can support aligned small...
Aug
07
2026
Net Worth Is Not Self Worth with Elizabeth Husserl
Elizabeth Husserl guides people to a deeper understanding of their relationship to money and wealth.
Jul
17
2026
Empowering Women through smart Investing with Janine Firpo
Sit down with Janine, to talk talk about what it really means to invest with your values, why most of us have no idea what our money is actually doing in the world, and...
Feb
20
2026
Money Discipline Without Deprivation for First-Generation Wealth Builders with Chelsea Ransom-Cooper
Chelsea shares her journey into wealth management, emphasizing the importance of financial education, particularly for black women and first-generation wealth builders....
Jan
30
2026
What I learned After Losing $90,000 in Real Estate with Kayla Hamrick
Kayla shares the real story behind losing $45,000 in a real estate deal and another $45,000 in legal fees trying to recover it. No sugarcoating. No hype. Just the truth...
Oct
24
2025
Smart Year-End Tax & Retirement Strategy with Carolyn Rowland
Learn what money moves to make before the year ends. Dive into this episode about year-end tax and retirement strategy with Carolyn Rowland
Sep
26
2025
Are Prenups the Ultimate ‘Love Insurance’? with Jessica & Brandon Norwood
Money and marriage, two things that can bring couples closer or tear them apart. In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica and Brandon Norwood, founders of The Sugar...
Sep
19
2025
From $220K Debt to Financial Freedom with Haley Brown-Woods
What would you do if $600,000 landed in your lap at 23? If your first thought is to pay off debt or buy a house, Haley Brown-Woods and her husband came into that exact...
Aug
29
2025
From $1m In Debt To Financial Freedom with Naseema McElroy
What if your biggest money mistake turned into your greatest comeback? This week on Women & Money: The Sh*t We Don’t Talk About, we’re joined by the unstoppable...
Aug
15
2025
Financial (and other) Truths About Egg Freezing with Aliza Virani
Do you feel the pressure of your biological clock ticking and wonder about the expenses of freezing your eggs? This week, we’re discussing a topic that’s rarely talked...
Smart Advice
Aug
24
2026
Treasury Bills vs. High Yield Savings Accounts: The Tax Angle Most People Miss
Rob Cucchiaro, CFP®, shares how Treasury Bills compare with High Yield Savings Accounts, including the state tax advantages many investors miss and how those...
Aug
10
2026
Financial Clarity Is an Act of Love
Fred Kettler shares why financial clarity is about more than money, and how thoughtful planning, trusted guidance, and preparation can bring greater confidence, peace...
Jun
24
2026
You Don’t Have to Figure It Out Alone: The Four Pillars of Financial Confidence
Fred Kettler shares the four pillars of financial confidence and how a thoughtful financial plan can help create clarity, peace of mind, and confidence for the...
May
27
2026
Financial Clarity Begins With Awareness
Fred Kettler shares how financial clarity begins with awareness and how mindful financial planning can help create confidence, organization, and peace of mind.
May
21
2026
Your Money Story: Why You Still Feel “Not Enough” Even When You’re Doing Fine
Wendy Wright explores how your money story shapes financial stress, confidence, relationships, and self-worth, and how financial therapy can help you rewrite old...
May
13
2026
How to invest my inheritance or unexpected windfall?
Rob Cucchiaro, CFP® explains three major tax changes high-income families need to know, including SALT deduction updates, charitable deduction limits, and new caps on...
Apr
29
2026
You Don’t Need to Choose Just One: Roth 401(k) vs. Roth IRA
Nicole C. Carson, CFP®, MBA of 2nd Story Wealth Partners shares how a Roth 401(k) and Roth IRA can work together to build a more flexible retirement strategy.
Apr
29
2026
When should I start working with a financial planner?
Nicole Carson, CFP® explains when to start working with a financial planner and why getting guidance early can help women build smarter habits, systems, and long-term...
Apr
14
2026
How to invest my inheritance or unexpected windfall?
Rob Cucchiaro, CFP, explains how to invest an inheritance or windfall with tax-smart strategies, financial clarity, and long-term planning in mind.
Apr
01
2026
Staying the Course During Market Shifts
Nicole C. Carson, CFP®, MBA, of 2nd Story Wealth Planners shares why staying invested, avoiding emotional decisions, and focusing on long-term goals can help investors...
Financial Foundations for Women eBook
You’ve been meaning to get your finances in order—but where do you start?
Right here. This eBook is your no-stress, no-fluff guide to finally taking control of your money. With simple, fillable worksheets, you'll quickly see where your money’s going, start building emergency savings, and map out real goals for the life you actually want. No more feeling behind. No more handing over control. This is clear, doable, and made for busy women like you. You’re not waiting another day—you’re starting now.
Free Guides to Help You on Your Financial Journey
Download the Divorce Prep Checklist
Download 8 Savvy Ways Women Invest
Download 10 Ways to Own Your Finances Like A Badass
Net Worth
Download the Family Emergency Binder
SMART Goal Worksheet
Snowball Method
Download Where is My Money Going Worksheet
Divorce Prep Check List
INSIDE YOU’LL LEARN:
- The documents you need to gather
- A description of divorce professionals and what they do
- How to create your divorce team
- Tips to consider along the way
8 Savvy Ways Women Invest Their Money
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
- The step-by-step process financially savvy women use to invest and take control of their wealth.
- Valuable resources to dive deeper into each investment step, equipping yourself with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions.
- How these investments play a critical role in establishing your financial foundation for a secure future.
- Tips to consider along the way, ensuring a smooth and successful journey towards financial independence.
10 Ways to Own Your Finances Like A Badass
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
- 10 steps to own your finances
- Where to start on owning your financial future
- Stats about the power of your money
Determine Your Net Worth
NET WORTH WORKSHEET!
- This may be one of the biggest steps as it requires you to gather all your financial information in one space. Once this powerful step is complete, you’ll have a solid understanding of where you have been and the information you need to move ahead.
- Grab a pencil and download this worksheet.
- You got this and we got you!
Family Emergency Binder
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
- Six color-coded sections to gather all essential information
- An emergency call tree
- Detailed information for up to 4 family members
- We even included your furry family members
S.M.A.R.T. Goals
GET A HOLD ON YOUR GOALS WORKSHEET!
- You will have a mix of tips and tricks that will help you take charge of where your money is going.
- Any of these small changes can make a big impact on a healthy financial lifestyle.
- And, this is just the beginning!
Snowball Method
GET YOUR SNOWBALL METHOD WORKSHEET!
- You will have a mix of tips and tricks that will help you take charge of where your money is going.
- Any of these small changes can make a big impact on a healthy financial lifestyle.
- And, this is just the beginning!
Where’s My Money Going Worksheet
INSIDE YOU’LL LEARN:
- How much money is coming into your house every month
- What your expenses are every month
- Reflection questions to understand your spending.