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The Jesse Mecham Show

Money shouldn"t be this hard - and it isn"t! Join YNAB founder Jesse Mecham each week as he dives into spendfulness, a mindset that will help you stop second-guessing, spend more confidently, and live the life you want.

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09:14

Ask Jesse: What Do I Do With My Investments Now?

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/06/06

A listener writes into the show -- what should she do with her investments in this market? Each week she is seeing the value of her portfolio go down, and she is losing as much value as what she puts in each month. Ouch! Jesse reminds us not to panic, and to go back to your written investment plan (you have one of those, right?). Why are you investing in the first place? What is your time horizon? Do you think the economy will grow in the (long-term) future? If yes -- and this has been

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04:52

Revisiting a Hot Take on Index Investing

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/05/30

On a recent Budget Nerds episode, Jesse threw out a hot take that index investing isn't all it's cracked up to be. Jocelyn wrote into the show to ask... why exactly? Jesse explains himself in today's episode. Investing Books mentioned in the show: The Little Book of Common Sense Investing by Jack Bogle A Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton Malkiel The Bogleheads Guide to Investing The Four Pillars of Investing by Bernstein

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09:55

How to Budget When Everything Is Expensive

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/05/23

As inflation continues to rear it's ugly head in 2022, prices are going up and up, meaning budgets are getting stretched thin. Inflation is essentially another form of scarcity, Jesse points out, albeit involuntary scarcity. Jesse reminds us that scarcity is what drives us to be creative with the budget, and get more clear about our values. Budgeting is also an active process, so this time of inflation is a good time to dig deeper into every category, find the things that are auto-pilot and

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06:24

Ask Jesse: How Should You Track Vacation Spending?

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/05/16

A listener writes into the show to ask: how should you track vacation spending? Vacation is a time to relax and let loose a little, but the listener wants to make sure he is pacing the family's expenses during the trip so he doesn't go overbudget. Jesse offers a few different options, including sophisticated use of categories to track the vacation spend without creating too much complexity. Have a question for Jesse? Send him an email at: askjesse@ynab.com Sign up for a free 34-day trial of

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32:10

A Financial Roadmap for Marriage and Financial...

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/05/09

Kelly Frawley and Emily Pollock are attorneys specializing in matrimonial and family law, and regularly contribute to Forbes on issues related to divorce and business. In today's episode, they discuss the important questions you should be asking before marriage about money, finances, and expectations about the future. And, in the event of divorce, some of the important things you should be doing and asking during the process. Both Kelly and Emily agree that the most important thing couples can do

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15:08

Better Budgeting... and a Rant about Banks

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/05/02

Struggling with YNAB? That's OK, you're not alone, and Jesse has a few things to look at and make sure you are truly following the Four Rules. And along the way, Jesse has a bone to pick about banks and their data export practices! Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com

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06:47

Ask Jesse: First-Time Home Buyer in a Crazy Market

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/04/25

A first-time house shopper wrote into the show for advice on how to approach the crazy, red hot housing market we are currently in. The writer wants to buy her first home, but is unsure whether she will have enough money to put down as house prices rise at a rapid pace. Jesse reminds us that, most importantly, cash equals options, and it's never a bad thing to have more cash on hand. He advises her to become an expert on her local real estate market, and really think about why she wants to buy, and

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06:41

Savings With a Purpose

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/04/18

Jesse shares some case studies from the Mecham household, where he has taught his kids to budget their savings the YNAB way, giving those savings dollars a job. The kicker? Their savings sit in the same checking account as their fun money. With practice and the four rules, however, they have developed the discipline to spend only what they have budgeted for each purpose. Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com

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47:08

EP16 Money Stories: First Responders and Finance,...

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/04/11

Jesse welcomes Jason and Katie Hoschouer to the podcast. Together they paid off $78,000 of debt in a mere 28 months, an amazing burst of focused saving and budgeting! Jason is a retired police officer with 23-years experience in the force, now turned financial coach. He helps other first responders get their budgets in order, pay off debt, and build savings so they don't have to live paycheck to paycheck and work tons of overtime to make ends meet. He also hosts a podcast about finance for first

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01:34:44

Meet Todd: The CEO Behind YNAB

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/04/04

Jesse invites the CEO of YNAB, Todd Curtis, to the show to discuss the anatomy of the company, the collaborative philosophy behind the work done by the various teams and functions, and some of the previous work and experiences that have shaped Todd's attitudes about operations and business culture. Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com

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24:39

EP15 Money Stories: Unconventional Job? No Problem. A...

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/03/28

Nina Clark grew up in a large family tight on money, but with a mother who was very good at budgeting and stretching a dollar. Nevertheless, she wasn't taught anything about money growing up, so she learned her money lessons the hard way: overdrafting her checking account and racking up debt at a young age. Things got more complicated when she went through a divorce and became a single mother. Ever determined and positive, Nina regained her financial footing and became a seasoned budgeter with a

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09:34

Ask Jesse All About Taxes

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/03/21

It's that time of year again, and April 15th looms! Taxes are due soon, and perhaps no other financial topic generates as much confusion and as many questions. To that end, Jesse answers questions about taxes from YNAB listeners who wrote into the show. As with any tax question, when in doubt it's always best to contact a tax professional! Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com

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05:34

So You Want to Renovate Your Home...

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/03/14

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05:33

15 vs 30 Year Mortgage: Which Is Actually Better?

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/03/07

Jesse compares the pros and cons of the 15 year vs the 30 year home mortgage. While there are plenty of online calculators out there that will spell out the difference in interest costs and amortization between the two, Jesse argues that perhaps the math isn't the most important factor. It's how you feel about paying off the mortgage earlier. Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com

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20:44

EP14 Money Stories: How Mackenzie Uses YNAB to...

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/02/28

International student of mystery Mackenzie is financially wise beyond her years... all thanks to YNAB and embracing the four rules while a young college student. Since discovering YNAB Mackenzie has traveled throughout Europe, and has come up with some unique strategies for managing her budget in a variety of currencies: the British pound, the euro, and US dollars. She's also learned some lessons about careful budgeting living in some of the most expensive cities in the world, like London. The

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26:45

Master Your Grocery Budget with Erin

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/02/21

Long-time YNAB team member Erin returns to the podcast to discuss strategies for managing your grocery budget. With prices on the rise, many people are tightening their budgets, and groceries are a common line item of concern. Erin offers tips for making grocery shopping simpler, avoiding unnecessary purchases, and making strategic "fun" food purchases (like frozen pizzas) for those days when you just don't feel like cooking. As Erin reminds us, your family's grocery bill is personal! It's

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04:49

A Little Momentum Is All You Need

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/02/14

In honor of 2/22/2022, which is quickly approaching, YNAB is giving you the chance to gain a little extra momentum in your budget this year. YNAB is giving away $2,222 to a lucky podcast listener! But you have to follow a few rules to have a chance to win: On 2/22/2022, make a public post on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok or Twitter and tell us what you would do with $2,222. Tag YNAB on your social media platform of choice (tags listed below). Fill out the form on the YNAB website:

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20:17

Budget Nerds Is Now a Podcast!

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/02/07

Ben and Ernie return to the podcast to announce... their own podcast! Budget Nerds, the popular YouTube show for nerdy YNAB'ers, is launching a podcast on Wednesday, Feb 9th. Now you can take Ben, Ernie, and their nerdy budget adventures with you in the car, on the bus, maybe even in the kitchen! As a bonus, Ben and Ernie share some "budget confessions" from Budget Nerds listeners. Budget Nerds Podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/budget-nerds/id1606054345 Spotify

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06:07

Ask Jesse: Planning for 3-Month Paychecks and Windfalls

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/01/31

YNAB Podcast listener Jenna emailed Jesse to share a recent win. Jenna's husband is about to finish law school, and thanks to YNAB and a lot of work and sacrifice he will graduate with NO student loan debt. First of all, BIG congratulations to you and your husband! Jesse shares some thoughts on this achievement as well as how to manage windfalls with a long-term mindset. Join the More Money Challenge: https://www.youneedabudget.com/moremoneychallenge/ Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at

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10:09

Ask Jesse: How Do You Budget After Retirement?

The Jesse Mecham Show ·

2022/01/24

Jesse answers a listener question about budgeting after retirement, in particular when you are living off your retirement savings and not yet drawing on Social Security. Join the More Money Challenge: https://www.youneedabudget.com/moremoneychallenge/ Sign up for a free 34-day trial of YNAB at www.youneedabudget.com

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