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How To Money

KFI AM 640 (KFI-AM)

How To Money with Joel Larsgaard and Matt Altmix is heard every Sunday 12-2pm.Joel and Matt are best friends who love talking about money while drinking delicious beer. So they created a podcast incorporating both! 45+ million downloads they are still energized by the mission of reaching people with practical money-saving advice.The Status Quo Isn’t Working -- 40% of Americans don’t have the ability to cover an unexpected $400 expense, college students are graduating with unfathomable sums of debt,

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33:29

Lunch Is Expensive!

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2025/11/09

How To Money Hour 2 (11/09) - Eating out for lunch is expensive! Eat leftovers instead, folks.Ask HTM: A Facebook poster wants to know if paying off his mortgage will harm his credit score.Ads are everywhere these days! They're getting incredibly annoying. Matt has a tip for avoiding ads on social media.Kelsey wants to know if she should stop investing for a bit in order to pay off debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:15

Cars Aren't Cheap Anymore

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2025/11/09

How To Money Hour 1 (11/09) - Cars aren't cheap anymore, far from it, but Americans are making them cost quite a bit more because of their idiotic financing moves. A HTM listener has a question about open enrollment and how to choose his healthcare plan wisely. Also, what's going on with the job market right now!? Is AI really crushing starter jobs?HTM listener Wayne wants to know if we would change our stance on BNPL if they offered discounts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:38

The State of the Craft Beer Industry & More!

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2025/10/26

Joel and Matt discuss the state of the craft beer industry. And offer a little economic analysis for why craft breweries aren't thriving in 2025.HTM listener Morgan contributed too much to her 401k. It's a good problem to have, but it's still a bit of a problem.Plus, Credit card churning is popular with a certain segment of personal finance enthusiasts. It can be rewarding, but it can also trip you up!Also, HTM listener David wants to know how far in advance he should be saving for a new car

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31:56

Joel Ran His First Marathon!

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2025/10/26

Joel just ran his first marathon, but it's amazing how much money people are spending on what has been such a simple hobby! HTM listener Katie has a question about how to calculate her savings rate.Plus, the more money you have, the harder it gets to manage.Also, a HTM listener wants to use a recent settlement to boost his retirement savings.

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31:46

Debt For Devices?

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2025/09/14

Thinner iPhones are coming! But they're expensive. And way too many Americans seem to be fine with taking on debt to buy a new tech device. But that's a terrible idea! Ask HTM: Clint wants to know about protein-loading on the cheap.Health insurance costs are on the rise. Matt and Joel offer tips to help folks cope with price hikes and benefit cuts. Ask HTM: Chris wants to know if he should get a VA loan or a conventional loan with a bigger down payment.

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33:42

No More Wasting Money

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2025/09/14

Sports gambling is becoming a pervasive problem. Many young men are finding themselves addicted and in serious financial trouble.Ask HTM: Anna wants to get her 529 contributions right, ensuring she gets the max state tax deduction she's eligible for. Social Security is the most valuable asset that most Americans have. That's not good! We want HTM listeners to invest effectively enough that their retirement accounts are far more valuable.Ask HTM: Insurance rates have risen quite a bit. What can be

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33:25

Is It Worth It?

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2025/09/07

Does hard work still pay off in the good ol' USA? Most Americans don't think so! Ask HTM: John wants to know if he should keep his condo as an investment or sell it instead.Stocks are at-all time highs...and record-high valuations. Should that impact how you invest!?Ask HTM: Jennifer wants to know about ABLE accounts and how to use one effectively.

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33:01

Should You Go Then?

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2025/09/07

Customer loyalty sounds like a good thing...but it could cost you.Ask HTM: Mike wants to pay off $50k of credit card debt.You might want to start setting airfare alerts for holiday travel.Ask HTM: Nicole wants to know about investing in real estate online. Is it a good idea?

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32:24

The Certificate Trap: Why More School Doesn’t Always...

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2025/08/31

Is more education always a good thing, leading to better pay? Nope. New information reveals that many job skills certificates are a total waste of your time and money.Ask HTM: Bryant is 25 and wants to know how he and his wife should be investing.More Americans are opting to use debit cards instead of credit cards right now. But the major problem for budgets is that spending isn't going down!Ask HTM: Nathan is worried about paying back a 401k loan as he leaves a job.

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33:26

Why Pouring Money Into Your Kids’ Accounts May Backfire

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2025/08/31

Some parents are investing lots of money on behalf of their young kids. Surprisingly, we don't love hearing that!Ask HTM: Stephen wants to know if premiums go up on homeowners insurance when you file a claim.Politics is driving economic beliefs and investment strategy for far too many Americans. It's ok to care about politics, but don't let it sway how much or where you decide to invest!Ask HTM: Angelas has some feedback for us.

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32:07

Winning the Customer Service Battle

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2025/08/24

School is back! Matt and Joel talk about how to save money on school supplies and lunches. Ask HTM: Wendy wants to know if she needs a financial advisor to help her out.Is work/life balance really possible if you're pursuing financial independence? Some might say it's not. Some sacrifices are required, but we think you can still strike a solid balance.Ask HTM: Joel talks about his battle for customer service with Woot. He came out on top! Matt and Joel also discuss general tips for deal hunting.

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33:07

Will Social Security Still Be Around?

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2025/08/24

Alternative investment companies tout that you can "invest like the 1%!" Sadly, many are losing money hand over fist.Ask HTM: Question about borrowing money for a car and how that impacts a credit score.Older Americans are renting in greater numbers. That's not necessarily a bad thing! Ask HTM: Katie wants to know if Social Security will be there for her when she reaches retirement age.

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32:55

Why the Housing Market Hit the Brakes

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2025/08/17

Joel's battle with Peloton's silly fees. Also, the housing market has slowed dramatically. Where do things go from here? Ask HTM: A parent wants to know if they should be investing in their kids 529 plan...or if it's overrated.In a policy reversal, medical debt is going to start impacting credit reports again soon.Ask HTM: Listener wants to know if he should pay off his credit card debt with a HELOC.

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32:40

AI Damage Fees? Hertz Customers Are Seeing Red—Here’s...

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2025/08/17

Hertz is using AI to assess damage to its cars. And customers aren't happy about it. HTM tells you how to protect yourself! Ask HTM: Quay wants to know how to handle an inheritance wisely.Hybrid work is no longer the norm. And more folks are finding themselves working at all hours of the day and night. That's not good!Ask HTM: Carm wants to know why his credit union is offering him free life insurance. What's the catch!?

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30:41

Cash Windfalls & Floor Model Mattresses

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2025/07/13

Joel talks about his dishwasher arbitrage play. Also, does the Moody's credit downgrade matter?Ask HTM: Cheryl inherited some money and wants to know the wisest way to proceed with extra money in hand.Some high school juniors are getting $70k job offers. It reinforces the reality that there's a dearth skilled labor right now.Ask HTM: Buddy wants to know if it's ok to buy a floor model mattress.

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33:08

Gas, Gold, and Overfunded IRAs

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2025/07/13

More gas stations are charging extra if you pay with a credit card. Beware!Ask HTM: What should you do if you overfund a Roth IRA!?Americans believe that real estate and gold are the best investments in existence. But the numbers reveal that there's an even better way to invest.Ask HTM: Rebecca wants to know if she should buy an extended warranty with her new car. It's expensive!

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33:07

Dumpster Diving for Gold: Why Gen Z is Ditching...

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2025/07/06

One person's trash is another person's treasure. Recent college grads are abandoning really nice stuff! It could be a pickers paradise.Ask HTM: Should you rent a car when going on an epic road trip?Third party apps are collecting data on us. Could that be contributing to the rise of insurance premiums?Ask HTM: What are the logistics of combining finances as newlyweds?

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33:12

Even God Would Get Fired: The Myth of the...

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2025/07/06

Even God would get fired as an active investor. So what makes you think you can be highly successful over time investing in single stocks!?Ask HTM: Jessica wants to know if she should pay for daycare with a credit card - even if it costs extra to do so.Used cars are starting to go up in value again. And Cyber Truck owners are finding that their value collapses within the first year of ownership.

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32:49

Stocks, Savings & Security: Smart Money Moves in an...

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2025/06/29

The job market is more tumultuous right now, especially for college graduates.Ask HTM: Wayne wants to know if he should lend his stocks in order to make more money. More workers are reducing contributions to their workplace retirement accounts because they're worried about the economy. This might be good, but only if you're saving the money you aren't investing!Ask HTM: Collin wants to know about buying life insurance, when to buy and how much?

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33:04

Swipe, Sip, or Save: Gen Z Money Moves, Amazon...

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2025/06/29

Mocktails are ridiculously expensive these days! Also, Gen Z is reluctant to open a bar tab - that could be sneaky smart.Ask HTM: Caden wants to know if he should get another credit card.We're buying everything on Amazon, including clothing. Amazon makes shopping easy, but that frictionless experience could coax you into buying too much stuff!Ask HTM: A listener wants to know if she should repair or replace her old car that's having major issues.

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