Are Stock Options Worth It?
Equity compensation like stock options used to be reserved only for C-suite executives. But today it seems like most employers are offering them to their workers... but are these "golden handcuffs" worth the tax headache?
Episodes
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Are Stock Options Worth It?
S5 E18 - 8m 13s
Equity compensation like stock options used to be reserved only for C-suite executives. But today it seems like most employers are offering them to their workers... but are these "golden handcuffs" worth the tax headache?
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How Climate Change Will Make You Poor!
S5 E17 - 7m 51s
Even if you don't live in a flood zone or tornado alley, climate change will still hit your pocketbook!
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Unique Money Traditions from Around the World!
S5 E16 - 6m 49s
Take a tour around the world with us to see the variety of money customs from different cultures!
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Should You Buy the Dip?
S5 E15 - 6m 6s
When the stock market goes down, you might hear people encouraging you to "buy the dip". But what does that mean, and is it a good idea?
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Are Payday Loans Ever a Good Idea?
S5 E14 - 5m 53s
In desperate times, it might be tempting to visit a payday lender, but beware! These loans are engineered to keep you trapped in debt for years!
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Games That Can Teach You About Money!
S5 E13 - 7m 51s
Since Monopoly came out in the early 20th century, there has been a long tradition of learning about money through games. With the rise of video games, that tradition is more popular than ever!
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Do You Have a Money Disorder?
S5 E12 - 7m 13s
Money is inherently EMOTIONAL, so it makes sense that it gets tied up with our fears and anxieties. Sometimes, they can take over our rational decision making.
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How to Build Credit from Scratch!
S5 E11 - 5m 51s
Building a credit history without a credit history can feel like a Catch-22, but we've got some strategies that can open the doors!
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Should You Buy Drugs Abroad?
S5 E9 - 9m 23s
Prescription drugs cost way more in America than most other countries... but is it wise (or safe) to buy them abroad?
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The Problem with Real Estate Speculation
S5 E8 - 8m 21s
There is a housing crisis in America, and though large firms buying up suburban houses isn't the cause, it may be exacerbating it in ways that are only just now becoming clear...
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How Divorce Can Affect Your Finances!
S5 E10 - 5m 30s
Not gonna lie: divorce isn't pretty. But sometimes, it's the right call. But whether or not it's in your future, we should all know what happens to a couple's finances if the day comes.
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Should You Consolidate Your Debt?
S5 E7 - 5m 26s
It might sound simple to put all of your debts into one big basket... but the downsides may surprise you!
Extras + Features
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