Money Mindset Podcast - Budgets Made Easy
Episodes
#139 Spring Cleaning Money Challenge Day 2
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Day 2 of the Spring Cleaning Money Challenge! Each day I will give you a small task to help declutter your finances and the mental load of ...
#138 Spring Cleaning Money Challenge Day 1
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Day 1 of the Spring Cleaning Money Challenge! Each day I will give you a small task to help declutter your finances and the mental load of ...
#137 Budget Apps Use Them or Not?
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle with budgeting and wonder if using a budget app could be the solution? While budgeting apps aren't a magic fix for your finances, they...
#136 What The Heck Are Sinking Funds And Why You Need To Use Them
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to keep up with unexpected expenses that keep popping up and wrecking your budget? Have you ever heard of sinking funds but have no...
#135 Prioritizing Your Money Plan
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling overwhelmed with your finances and unsure where to start? Are you struggling to prioritize your bills and debt payments? Do you need h...
#134 - The Best Advice I've Followed
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck and struggling to make ends meet? Have you been trying hard to achieve financial stability and build long...
#133 What category should I put this in?
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you someone who struggles with categorizing your expenses and sticking to a budget? Do you find yourself getting overwhelmed and overthinking ever...
#132 Are You Too Old to Pay Off Debt?
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling like you're too old to pay off debt, save for retirement, and live the life you want? Do you find yourself thinking that time has run ...
#131 BBMU - How Much Does $100 Extra Make When Paying Off Debt?
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much of an impact does an extra $100 per month have on paying off debt? Listen to this episode to find out as Ashley delves into the topic of pay...
#130 Should you save for retirement or pay off debt?
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you thought about stopping retirement contributions because some finance guru told you to pay off your debt first? Or maybe you aren’t sure if ...
#129 Deserve is Not a Currency
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you someone who justifies spending money on things you don't really need or can't afford with the statement, "I deserve it because I work hard"? ...
#128 What if I Didn't Stop
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Money Mindset Podcast is almost at 100,000 downloads! Woohoo! In this podcast episode, Ashley reflects on her journey to another milestone for th...
#127 BSS - When to pay off 0% interest debt first
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever found yourself with multiple debts and struggled to decide which one to pay off first? Should you focus on paying off high-interest debt...
#126 BBMU - Should you use a debt relief company?
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Debt relief companies are a popular choice for people who are struggling to manage their debts. They offer a variety of services to help people reduce...
#125 Why You Should Have Fun Money When In Debt
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Debt is something that we all experience in our lives at some point or another. It can feel like a weight on our shoulders and be quite frustrating. ...
#124 5 Things Your Parents Didn't Teach You About Money!
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think your parents just didn't have enough money that's why they couldn't teach you about it? Or do you think they didn't want to teach you the...
#122 Do ONE thing at a time!
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel like you aren't making any progress with your money plan even though you've been trying for a while? If you are feeling like your money pl...
#121 BSS - Deciding Which Debt to Pay First
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering where to put the rest of your money after you've paid all your bills? Should you use it to pay off more debt, or should you put it towards s...
#120 Our Worst Financial Mistake That Cost Us $1million dollars 😲
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sure you've been given money advice at some point in your life that sounded good at the time, but turned out to be bad advice that cost you money!...
#119 Things to Know & Do When Caring for a Parent or Grandparent
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Caring for an aging parent or grandparent can be challenging, particularly if you are unprepared. When you find yourself in this situation, there is ...
#118 BBMU - How to Start Changing Your Behavior
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of our new series called the Budget Bestie Meetup! Yay! The Budget Bestie Meetup is a free community meetup that br...
#117 BSS - Getting back on track after taking time off from working
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you have recently taken a break from your job to focus on personal life or take care of family responsibilities, it can be easy to start falling be...
#116 The Key to Sticking to Your New Year Resolutions in 2023
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most people set resolutions for the New Year in an attempt to change their lives for the better - but few actually follow through with them. The probl...
#115 5 Budget Mistakes to Avoid in 2023
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you ready for a productive and successful year? If you're like most people, your answer is likely a yes. But how can you make that happen? In thi...
#114 How to Pay Off Debt & Save at the Same Time (Q&A pt4)
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hey everyone, it's question and answer time on the podcast! This is Part 4 of our Q&A series, and I'll be answering some of the questions that Money ...
#113 BSS - How to Stick to a Budget w/a Busy Life w/Kids
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does it seem like you are constantly ordering DoorDash and never sticking to your budget because your life is just too busy? When it comes to budgets,...
#112 Money Saving Challenges to do in 2023!
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for new and creative ways to save a few hundred dollars a month without doing anything crazy, drastic, or extremely frugal, why not ...
#111 Resources for Going to College as an Adult
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of going back to school? Whether you're going back to school to pursue a bachelor's degree or looking to expand your career opportunities by...
#110 Q&A Part 3- How to Find the Motivation to Stick to Your Budget
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You won't always be motivated, you won't always have the time.....but you can set up habits and routines to help you maintain and follow through with ...
#109 How to Set Real Goals for 2023
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With 2023 only a few days away, I'm sure we're all hoping to start the New Year off on the right foot. And what better way to kick off the new year th...
#108 Living Without a Car to Get On Track With Their Finances
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Managing your finances is hard enough, which is why when it comes to getting out of debt, you have to be creative, and thinking outside the box can co...
#107 BSS - Implementing a Plan You Can Actually Stick To
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is perfectionism keeping you stuck? Do you constantly worry and overthink about everything, making it difficult to manage your finances? Join me in to...
#106 Q&A Part 2 - How to Get Your Spouse Onboard
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of The Money Mindset Podcast, I'm back to answer your questions. That's right, today's episode is Part 2 of our Q&A series! Listen ...
#105 Building Wealth on a Dime
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to know how to build wealth even if you don't have much money to invest? In Kimberly's new book, Building Wealth on a Dime, she helps you underst...
#104 BSS - Getting the Family to Stop Spending so You Can Stay at Home!
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to quit your job so you can stay at home with your kids, but can't because the rest of your family is unable to stop spending money? Liste...
#103 Setting Goals Correctly for the New Year
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you set "goals" in January as New Year Resolutions and then never achieve them? Or better yet, you write them down and put them in a drawer never t...
#102 BSS - Overcoming Buy Now Pay Later so Gwen Can Pay Off Debt
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Services that offer a buy now, pay later program such as Afterpay can sometimes be more beneficial to use. It can be a great help when buying goods an...
#101 What to do with the 3rd Paycheck in a Month?
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 101 of The Money Mindset Podcast! Today, we're kicking off part 1 of our Q&A series where I will answer questions sent in by membe...
#100🎉 Money Success Panel
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So excited to celebrate the 100th episode of The Money Mindset Podcast! Wow! Whether you’ve been listening since episode one, or if this is your fir...
#99 BSS The Cost of Waiting
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people tend to procrastinate and make excuses when it comes to managing their finances. The problem is that the longer you wait to save and pay o...
#98 BSS How to Stop Overspending on Treats for Yourself
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you always treat yourself when you feel stressed, tired, feeling sad, or you're having a good day? While it is good to acknowledge that we deserve ...
#97 Money Success Roadmap Stage 6
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We're finally at the last stage of the Money Success Roadmap! Stage 6 means financial freedom. This is your bigger vision for your life, what you want...
#96 Money Success Roadmap Stage 5
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After developing a solid plan and becoming super motivated to overcome your debts, you're ready to move on to the next stage. Stage 5 is where you sta...
#95 Money Success Roadmap Stage 4
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The first few stages are laying the groundwork for your success. You should now be able to create specific SMART goals and set up a budget that works ...
#94 Money Success Roadmap Stage 3
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Once you have your basic budget, saved $200 every month, identified your sinking funds, and worked on your mindset about those limiting beliefs about ...
#93 Money Success Roadmap Stage 2
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stage 1 teaches you how to start your Money Success Roadmap journey by taking step-by-step actions including creating a basic budget, a realistic meal...
#92 Money Success Roadmap Stage 1
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you easily get overwhelmed when it comes to your finances because you know you're beginning from scratch with no plan? You want to achieve financia...
#91 Learning to Say No so You Can Raise Resilient Children
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The goal of every parent is to raise a resilient child as well as to provide them with a comfortable life. Because of this, it can be hard sometimes t...
#90 Protecting Yourself From Financial Infidelity
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest sources of conflict in most people's relationships is money and unsurprisingly, keeping financial secrets from your significant oth...
#89 BSS Selling items to avoid going further into debt
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Having some extra cash is always a good thing since we are always in need of money to pay bills, pay for services, purchase items, and treat ourselve...
#88 Which to use - Paper, Spreadsheet or an App - for your budget?
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A budget is an excellent way to ensure that you are living within your means and meeting your financial goals. However, with so many different ways to...
#87 BSS - Ways to Make $5000 Fast
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried looking for ways to make extra money to pay off your debts? How about considering getting an extra job or starting a side hustle t...
#86 BSS Giving Yourself Flexibility In Your Budget Even When You Are Paying Off Debt
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is no right or wrong way when doing your budget but it is important to figure out what works for you. Your budget shouldn’t feel restrictive a...
#85 BSS How Time Blocking can Keep Your Finances On Track!
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're thinking about doing your budget and making a spending plan to manage your money but keep putting off, you're not alone! More often than not...
#84 BSS Shifting the "Treat Yourself" Mindset so You Can Save
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Has there ever been a time in your life when you know you really screwed up with your budget because you always buy things to treat yourself, causing ...
#83 BSS - Letting Perfectionism Go So You Get Back on Track
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feel like you're always struggling when it comes to budgeting because you want to do it perfectly? Perfectionism and overthinking causes people to gi...
82: #82 BSS - Ways to Stop Impulse Spending Especially w/ADHD
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all been guilty of impulse spending. Many people find it hard to resist because it’s so easy and so instantly rewarding, and for people wit...
#81 BSS - Getting Over Mom Guilt so You Can Stop Overspending
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like you were finally doing a great job setting up your budget, only to have it all fall apart when your kids asked for something, or when y...
#80 BSS - Curb Overspending by Focusing on Your Big Goal
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common mistakes a person can make when it comes to money is overspending. We sometimes spend money mindlessly without knowing what cau...
#79 3 Year Anniversary of the Podcast, Coaching Week is HERE!
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe it has been three years since I officially started the Money Mindset Podcast? To honour this milestone, we are changing some things u...
#78 Stop Fearing Doing It The Right Way
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with your personal finance and how to manage your money? It can be frustrating when you are stuck in a financial rut because of the fear th...
#77 How Colleen's Parents Set Her Up For Financial Success!
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think taking a new career path will better yourself and will help you with your financial journey? Listen in as Coleen shares her story about h...
#76 Budgeting Isn't About Math
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you think budgeting is all about Math? Is it about Algebra? Is knowing basic math okay? Or do I have to be a math genius to know how to budget? Li...
#75 Help Paying for College as a First Generation Student
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to learn the tools and information you need to be strategic with your money when it comes to college planning? In this episode, we really dive in...
#74 The 3 Steps to Take Before Paying Your Medical Bills
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The number one cause of all debt and bankruptcy in the United States is medical bills, medical debt. It can feel daunting and downright scary being co...
#73 How to Use Fear of Failing as a Tool
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling the fear around failing with your finances again and again? Do you find yourself hiding the mail in a drawer so that you can avoid facing wha...
#72 Investing Based On Your Values
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want where you invest your money to align with your goals? Want to know exactly where your money is going, what it’s doing and who it’s sup...
#71 How to Budget When Always Behind
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feel like you’re constantly falling behind with your budget? Everything looks great on paper but things keep popping up and ruining the plan you mad...
#70 How to Scale Your Mindset and Your Small Business
04 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you want to start your own business or a side hustle to help pay off your debt - one thing you should focus on first is your mindset! Listen i...
#69 How to Get Started With Real Estate Investing
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Investing in real estate can often feel daunting and overwhelming. You don’t know where to start or understand all the jargon. The key is to get edu...
#68 How to Pay For College
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you figured out how you’re going to pay for college? Or are you a parent with your own student loans wondering how you’re going to pay for bo...
#67 Why You Should Advocate For Your Financial Health as a Busy Mom
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
→ Have you thought about what you want your life to look like? → Do you know how to use your money to get you there? → Do you put restrictions a...
#66 Pay Yourself Better (Even With Irregular Income) As a Business Owner
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does it feel like your money is owning you? Can you relate to constantly paying out all the money you’ve earned with not much left to pay yourself? ...
#65 Luxury Travel on a Budget
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For all the travel lovers out there: Have you ever wondered what it takes to travel in style and luxury on a budget? Need to know the best credit card...
#64 Your Top Questions Answered!
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Got a question you’d like to ask about budgeting, saving or getting out of debt? Have a situation or circumstance that doesn’t fit into the norm a...
#63 Living Your Life With Intention
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Getting through college or university with little to no debt sounds like a fantasy right?! We always associate that process with a mountain of debt th...
#62 Why I Quit Dave Ramsey
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t have to shame, blame or belittle someone over their money mistakes. That’s not the best way to encourage and coach people to have long-t...
#61 How Alexis Paid Off $48,000 in 13 Months!
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The stress caused from worrying about money constantly can have a negative impact on your life and your health. Getting started somewhere, taking acti...
#60 Take the DAMN Trip!
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Take advantage of every moment you have to live your life to the fullest AND make the best financial decisions to achieve your goals. This might sound...
#59 Walli's Journey to FIRE
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you imagine being able to retire at 40? 50? or at all? Walli shares her journey towards early retirement and how she will be able to retire at 40!...
#58 Why You Should Declutter to Help Pay Off Debt!
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to learn how organization and decluttering can help you reach your financial and other goals? Then you’re in the right place! Join Deanna and I...
#57 Overcoming Broke Mindsets So You Can Live The Life You Want!
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Once you change the way you think about money and your actions around money, you can start making real change to reach those big dreams. In today's ep...
#56 Learn to Invest!
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Investing doesn't need to be scary and overwhelming but you should know what you are doing! Jeremy from Personal Finance Club and I will be hosting a...
#55 Taking Control of Your Finances After a Divorce
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tiffany shares her journey to keeping her finances on track after being married for 20 years! After her marriage ended, she was told that she would ne...
#54 You Deserve It!
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever told yourself you "deserve it" to justify spending money you don't have? I want you to realize you deserve more! You deserve to be debt...
#53 Ditching the Overwhelm by Prioritizing Your Time & Money w/Cara
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being productive isn't about trying to do all the things! Focusing on what is important right now in your life helps you remain focused without the bu...
#52 How Kristin Paid Off $55,000 in 20 Months!
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How Kristin Paid Off $55,000 in 20 Months! Kristin and her husband were able to work together to relieve their financial stress by getting super focu...
#51 How Vincent Paid Off $144,000 in 3.5 Years!
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vincent and his wife were able to pay off ALL their debt, yes even their mortgage, in just over 3 years! They found ways to increase their income and...
#50 Affordable Date Night Ideas (Even on a Budget!)
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Keep the spark alive even while you are trying to save money and pay off debt with these cheap date night ideas! Resources mentioned: Free Debt Starte...
#49 How Kyle Paid Off $60,000 in Student Loans!
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How Kyle paid off $60,000 in student loans! Now he has paid off his mortgage and is completely debt-free. He has been able to quit his full-time job a...
#48 How Steve Lives Debt Free & Without a Credit Score!
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Steve is completely debt-free, including his mortgage, and is able to live without a credit score and credit card. Check out how he is still able to ...
#47 Why Budgets Fail
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why budgets fail and what you should do about it with Stacked: Your Super-Serious Guide to Modern Money Management authors, Emily Guy Birken and Joe S...
#46 Creating a No-Stress Chore and Allowance System for Your Kids!
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Should you give your kids chores and allowance? What are some easier, less stressful ways to manage your household AND still teach your child about mo...
#45 Tips to help with Impulsive Spending especially if you have ADD/ADHD
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with impulsive spending? Sara Danesi, Psy.D, gives her tips and tricks for managing impulsive spending so you can save for the future! Sar...
#44 Preparing Your Finances for the New Year
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Planning your new year takes intention in December. Most people fail at their resolutions before February 1st. This year can be different for you. If...
#43 Why You Should Spend Money on Fun & Not Feel Guilty About it!
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
You should spend money on things that bring you joy and happiness and not feel guilty about it...even if you are paying off debt or saving money! Reso...
#42 Perfectionism bullsh*t
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Your perfectionism is really fear that is holding you back from your big financial goals like paying off debt and saving money! You can do this, you j...
#41 How to get free Amazon gift cards
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here is the full list! https://www.budgetsmadeeasy.com/30-ways-to-get-free-amazon-gift-cards/ Fetch Rewards: https://www.budgetsmadeeasy.com/fetch Per...
#40 Avoiding Debt During the Holidays!
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Create a plan for your time and money this holiday season so you can avoid going further into debt! Resources mentioned in this episode: Free Printabl...
#39 Bringing Curiosity into Your Relationship so you can Work Together!
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amy Scott is a financial advisor turned Certified Professional Financial Coach who teaches couples how to get on the same page about their money. Toda...