Finance 101

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Understand why personal finance is eighty percent behavior and only twenty percent knowledge. This episode explores cognitive biases like loss aversion, present bias, anchoring, and herd mentality that sabotage your financial decisions. Learn how emotional triggers drive spending, why lifestyle inflation destroys wealth, and how social media amplifies the keeping up with the Joneses trap. Host Nick Ledger reveals practical strategies including the twenty-four hour rule, automation techniques, and

Expand your investment toolkit beyond traditional stocks and bonds. This episode explores real estate investing from rental properties to REITs, plus alternative assets including commodities, peer-to-peer lending, collectibles, and cryptocurrency. Learn realistic cash flow calculations for rental properties, discover house hacking strategies, and understand how to incorporate alternatives strategically using the portfolio pyramid framework. Host Nick Ledger provides a comprehensive due diligence

Discover how to master your credit score and eliminate debt strategically. This episode breaks down the five factors that determine your credit score, busts common myths that might be holding you back, and reveals proven debt payoff strategies including the avalanche and snowball methods. Learn how to negotiate with creditors, use balance transfers effectively, and avoid the warning signs of debt trouble. Host Nick Ledger shares a practical thirty-day credit improvement challenge you can start

**Episode Description: Navigating September Slumps and Social Media's Money Maze | Finance 101 Podcast**Welcome to another insightful episode of Finance 101, the essential podcast for demystifying the latest money news and simplifying personal finance for everyone. Join Mortimer as he unpacks the turbulent trends of September 2025 and explores how social media impacts our financial mindset.In this episode, we delve into the notorious September stock market slowdown. The S&P 500 faces its historical

In this comprehensive episode of Finance 101, join Mike the Machine as he delves into Advanced Financial Planning, focusing on estate planning, tax strategies, and retirement planning. Discover real-world case studies featuring families like the Thompsons and individuals like Robert Chen and Maria Sanchez, illustrating how a holistic approach to financial planning can transform your financial future. Learn invaluable strategies, including maximizing retirement accounts, tax optimization, and

In this episode of Finance 101, "Investment Mastery: Understanding Markets and Building Wealth," host Mike the Machine guides you through the investment journeys of three individuals at different life stages. Discover essential investment strategies tailored for Sarah, a millennial just starting out; Marcus, a business owner seeking diversification; and Linda, who is nearing retirement. Learn about the power of compound interest, the importance of asset allocation, and the role of emotional

In this episode of Finance 101, host Mike the Machine provides a comprehensive guide to personal finance essentials, focusing on building a solid financial foundation. Through real-life stories like Sarah's journey from debt to financial empowerment, Mike offers expert insights on budgeting, saving, and investing. Learn practical strategies like the 50/30/20 budget rule, the importance of an emergency fund, and the avalanche method for debt repayment. Discover tips on maximizing employer benefits