How To Money with Joel Larsgaard

How To Money with Joel Larsgaard

How To Money with Joel Larsgaard is heard every Sunday 12-2pm. I'm obsessed with personal finance. But you don't have to be. Most of us didn't learn a lick about money in school. That's why How To Money exists - to turn my obsession into a resource so you can gain the crucial knowledge you need to fuel your financial future. The How To Money podcast has been downloaded more than 40 million times over the past few years and HowToMoney.com helps thousands of people improve their financial wellbeing each and every month. Join the tribe of people taking control of their lives one dollar at a time. -Joel Larsgaard

Episodes

March 17, 2024 37 mins
Dean Sharp, the House Whisperer joins Joel to discuss scam contracts with contractors and tips on how to hire the right one! Joel talks about average home sizes in America, their shrinkage and why that’s a great thing. Car privacy is being violated to many car drivers. Also, should medical debt be banned from credit reports? It could be on the horizon in California.
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Joel breaks chats about personal savings rates in the U.S. are down but things were already bad. Joel covers hanging investing companies, privacy actions for drivers, and reverse mortgages. Is it ok to rent forever, or is that un-American? German based market, Aldi is growing, will that  help lower grocery prices for all of us. Should you donate at checkout? Plus, how Investing is a bet on human ingenuity. 
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March 10, 2024 38 mins
Joel talks about Bitcoin as it's going to the moon, but warns about being careful on going 'all-in' on crypto, as he details the many risks involved. He also discusses the various scams surrounding your tax refund and ensuring you have a PIN code to access it help keep your personal information safe.  Joel also discusses online reviews being bought and paid for, how you can tell the difference between a fake one and a real one, how...
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March 10, 2024 42 mins
Joel talks about the current state of 'financial literacy' and how teachers are trying to change it, how ADUs are booming in SoCal but we're not doing enough to curb the high cost of housing, and whther or not renting or buying is what you should be focusing on right now. 
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March 3, 2024 39 mins
Joel talks about the rising costs of fast food and how it can cause many to stop eating out due to the price increase, the non-value of college degrees in today's world and the wire fraud problem, how scammers can snatch a chunk of your money and what you can do to prevent it from happening.
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March 3, 2024 37 mins
Joel talks about investing, how to invest an inheritance and grow those funds to help your retirement.
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February 25, 2024 35 mins
Joel talks about why the 'stock picking' game in schools is such a bad idea, and talks about how most cars tend to sit idle 95-97% of the time. A caller suggests that parents and children should play Monopoly together because it can help kids learn about finance. Joel covers on how food costs are getting out of hand in America. But there's a LOT of things that can be done to combat rising prices on that front. Credit card debt is a...
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February 25, 2024 35 mins
Joel mentions how many credit card bureau complaints are at an all-time high, Joel continues to talk about 401k leakage, a caller asks Joel what will happen to her retirement money when she passes away, Joel breaks down the difference between an LLC. and or Umbrella Agreement, Joel says why grit is the key to success with money, and breaks down a step by step guide about life insurence.
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February 18, 2024 38 mins
Joel talks on whether 401ks should be abolished and why some economists think its right to do so, Tony Robbins new investing book, how it It sucks and so do alternative investments, He goes on to talking about the various home security system out in the market and usually pricey but, it it doesn't have to be! Plus, Why CD rates might be at their apex.
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February 18, 2024 45 mins
Joel talks about shrinkflation and how it s happening, but should it be a top political priority is the real question, Fewer Americans are interested in retiring these days. But, is that a good or bad decision, the best MVNO carriers for cheaper cell phone bills and dupe destinations. Plus, how you can find a $1 timeshares!
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February 11, 2024 32 mins
Joel talks about what "financial doomerism" is and how it's still an ongoing pervasive problem, but being an optimist could be a key essential on making progress. He also covers the continuing password sharing crackdown on streaming platforms, why managed investment accounts are unnecessary, how getting your paycheck early can put you in a vicious financial cycle, basic rules of credit cards and how to take taking advantage of the ...
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February 11, 2024 32 mins
Joel talks about the pros and cons of frugality and how it's a helpful tool but shouldn't be the only one in your toolbox when it comes to money management. He also covers how to lower your car insurance rates, why we're still dealing with shrinkflation, and breaks-down why you need a “bare bone budget” and what that means. Joel also offers advice about single stock investing and how it can be painful for your nest egg and how to p...
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February 4, 2024 35 mins
Joel talks about Elizabeth Warren pushing for an interest rate reduction and how that would probably NOT help the housing market much and how it determines whether or not you'll be buying a new home anytime soon, the dangers of sports betting when it comes to your overall finances, good news for renters who want to boost their credit score, when 'free' tax filing actually costs you money, so you should know when to hire a tax profe...
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February 4, 2024 32 mins
Joel talks to a caller about interest rates and whether she should wait to buy a new home in California or buy now and refinance when rates go down. More teens are working and getting paid more, and that's because they're willing to take a chance. Day trading can be tempting, but should you do it? Joel explains why it could be bad for your financial life. Frugality is important. But it falls short in so many ways too, and Joel tell...
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January 28, 2024 35 mins
Joel talks about the stock market and predictions on the recession
when it comes to economy and how the market has hit some all-time highs, and
'passive' investing has now surpassed 'active' investing

Joel chats about the the CARS act could hold dealerships accountable for
ridiculous fees and save consumers big bucks

Joel gives feedback on a caller's question about her reinstated property
she inherited with her property taxes being r...
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January 28, 2024 32 mins
Financial Infidelity, Joel talks about this issue when couples intentionally lie about money. When you deliberately choose not to tell the truth about your spending habits.

Banks behaving badly. Capital One has two different savings accounts, one is great, the other, not so much, but it makes them money.

Major investment houses like Vanguard and Schwab are predicting lower-than-average returns over the next decad

401k's and the new...
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January 21, 2024 32 mins
How avoid exorbitant overdraft fees.
What is 'career cushioning?'
Rent hikes are slowing down,
Joel's personal story.
How to save on prescription drugs and the new CARS rule.
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January 21, 2024 38 mins
Is all debt bad?
Should you pay tax for spring cleaning?
The resale market is growing like gangbusters.
The big brands are getting in on it. Is the FIRE movement fizzling?
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January 14, 2024 34 mins
Joel discusses money goals for the New Year. He'll also talk about how to balance productivity and wellbeing at work. Finally, is the Roth 401K the best choice for your retirement?
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January 14, 2024 36 mins
Joel Larsgaard tells you how to navigate the messed up insurance market and talk about a new wealth tax proposal in California. If you've ever wanted to open up a franchise fitness location, Joel wants you to exercise caution!
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