Posts by KT
111: Black Friday (People are Funny About Money: Part 1)
In this episode KT discusses: · Black Friday · The origins of this Shopping Holiday · Why it’s so important to retailer’s bottom line Key Takeaways: · Holiday spending could top $700B this year · Black Friday Shopping is down 4% year to year · You might find some of the best deals BEFORE Thanksgiving Quote: “(Black Friday) is really the…
Net Worth ≠ Self-Worth
In this episode KT discusses: Dealing with debt How money shaming is like fat-shaming The difference between net worth and self-worth Key Takeaways: 10% of Americans have a negative net worth Don’t measure yourself against the “rich & famous” Reconsider your online shopping and car buying habits Quote: “The problem with money shaming, like…
109: So, you think the government is going to pay for your student loans? Think Again
In this episode, KT is joined by Ashley McLaughlin, a schoolteacher from Virginia. Ashley graduated in 2008 and went to work at a school that qualified for student loan forgiveness under a federal program. She ended up receiving less aid than she first thought. KT and Ashley talk about Ashley’s journey through the program and…