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Financial Flex

Alexandra Offorsoundcloud.com
A personal finance podcast that destigmatizes money conversations and encourages you to chase your financial goals. Hosted by your biggest cheerleader, Alex Offor, this podcast also features the advice and stories of educators, influencers, and everyday people.
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Episodes

Episode 67: Get Your Financial Life Together with Financial Advisor Taylor Grant

In today's episode, we have Taylor Grant. Taylor is a certified financial advisor backed by Northwestern Mutual. We discuss what traits people should look for when hiring a financial advisor, the current student loan crisis, cryptocurrency and more. Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast Follow Taylor on Instagram: www.instagram.com/itstaylorgrant Connect with Taylor: taylor.grant@nm.com

Jun 08, 202139 min

Episode 66: I Have A Shopping Issue

Hey guys! Today's episode is a re-run. However, I do spend a few minutes chatting about my newly formed shopping habits and more. Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast

May 25, 202137 min

Episode 65: Quarter Life Crisis Check!!!!

Hey guys! In today's episode, I'm just word vomiting my thoughts on where I am currently in life. Remember that there's more to life than what you see online and it's okay not to have it all figured out. We're just doing our best. Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast

May 18, 202119 min

Episode 63: What Really Happens When You Stop Paying Student Loans

What REALLY happens when you decide to stop paying on your student loans? Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast Sources https://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/12/how-student-debt-became-a-1point6-trillion-crisis.html https://www.brookings.edu/policy2020/votervital/who-owes-all-that-student-debt-and-whod-benefit-if-it-were-forgiven/ https://www.lendkey.com/blog/student-loans/the-history-of-student-loans/...

May 04, 202119 min

Episode 62: The Murder of Steve McNair - It's Important to Have A Will

I'm covering the untimely murder of 36-year-old Steve McNair, a former NFL player. Steve was just 36 years old when he was murdered by his 19-year-old girlfriend. Unfortunately, after his passing, it was discovered that he didn't have a signed will. Leaving his estate to his wife Mechelle and his children. However, McNair's mother had to move out of the house he had purchased for her after Mechelle became the owner after his passing and was requiring rent. It's important to have a will even if y...

Apr 27, 202122 min

Episode 61: Let's Talk About Retirement with MarketWatch Reporter Alessandra Malito [RERUN]

Alessandra Malito is the retirement reporter at MarketWatch, a financial website that provides financial, stock market and business news. On today's episode, we discuss how millennials can still save for retirement without feeling like you're spread too thin, the different types of retirement accounts and alternative options if your job doesn't provide a retirement program. Check out Alessandra's writings here: https://www.marketwatch.com/author/alessandra-malito Follow Alessandra on Twitter: ht...

Apr 20, 202132 min

Episode 60: How To Level Up in Your Life and In Your Career with Brian Adams

When it comes to career and money, sometimes you just want someone to give it to you straight. And on today's episode, that person is Brian Adams (my father-in-law). We discuss what to do when you're feeling stuck in your career, contributing to your 401k when paying off debt and keeping your options open. Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast Connect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briankadams/...

Apr 13, 202127 min

Episode 58: Content Creators, It’s Time to Get Paid - Pay Disparity on Social Media

After reading an article discussing the pay disparity between black + white content creators, I decided to weigh in on the discussion. On today’s episode I discuss why black influencers are paid less than their white counterparts and three ways to avoid being taken advantage of. Follow the podcast on Instagram - www.Instagram.com/FinancialFlexPodcast

Mar 30, 202126 min

Episode 57: How To Live Life On Your Own Terms + Retire Early with Catie [Millennial Money Honey]

Catie [Millennial Money Honey] is a fierce advocate for the FI/RE community. In today's episode, we discuss the benefits of FI/RE, how to switch careers to earn more to help you retire early and more. Follow Catie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millennialmoneyhoney/ Subscribe to Catie's YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/qaewlWO-RRk Keep Up with Catie on Her Blog: https://www.millennialmoneyhoney.com/ Follow the podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast/

Mar 23, 202136 min

Episode 55: Don't Be Fooled, Instagram Isn't Real Life

Today's episode is a solo one. I share my thoughts on how we've allowed social media to dictate the way we perceive ourselves and how others perceive us. Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thats0lex

Mar 09, 202117 min

Episode 54: Forging Your Own Path + Major Money Moves with Gabriella Paulino

Gabriella Paulino runs a luxury clothing business, Todd Patrick with her girlfriend Desyree Nicole. In today's episode, we discuss forging her own path despite mounting pressure from her mom to work a "normal job", how much money you really need to create a clothing brand and how she and Desyree were able to purchase property in Detroit. Follow Me On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast/ Follow Gabriella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabriella.elyse/ Follow Flip Th...

Mar 02, 202133 min

Episode 53: Anna Delvey the Socialite Scammer

Anna Delvey was not who you expected her to be. The once small-town Russian schoolgirl became a New York City scammer overnight. Sources https://www.thecut.com/2018/05/how-anna-delvey-tricked-new-york.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Sorokin

Feb 23, 202111 min

Episode 51: The Reality of Pursuing A Non-Traditional Path with Ashley Lopez

Ashely Lopez is an actor and bartender who lives in New York City. Today we discuss her journey to her career path, the reality of pursuing your dreams and getting rid of the fear that is associated with money. Follow Ashley's Journey Here Follow The Podcast on Instagram ** During our conversation Ashley mentioned a service called Care Credit. The company is a health financing company that helps people pay for medical bills. You can learn more about the service here. Due to editing I had to cut ...

Feb 09, 202142 minEp. 51

Episode 50: LA Livin' and Influencer Culture with Aley Arion

Hey guys! In today's episode, we have Aley Arion. Aley is a Los Angeles-based freelance writer and blogger. She dishes about how she was able to move cross country from South Carolina to Los Angeles, California, and what her time there so far has been like. We also discuss the pay disparity between black and white content creators and what should be done in order to close the gap. Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast Follow Aley on Instagram: www.instagram.com/...

Feb 02, 202143 min

Episode 49: Making Political History with Shannon Arthur [Bonus Episode]

Happy Friday! Today's episode is a bonus episode with special guest Shannon Arthur. Shannon worked as the Call Time Manager for Senator Warnock's campaign. We discuss what it was like working on his campaign, why money is political and the importance of voter turnout from minority communities. Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast@gmail.com Follow Shannon on Twitter: www.twitter.com/shannanigans_21 Follow Shannon Instagram: www.instagram.com/theshannonrosalind

Jan 29, 202124 min

Episode 48: Becoming Financially Free with Carly and DJ Roberts

Hey guys! In today's episode, we have two very special guests. Carly and DJ Roberts paid off $36,000 in student loans in just nine months. The young couple became debt-free just in time for the arrival of their first daughter. We discuss how they were able to pay off a large sum in a short period of time, the benefits of being debt-free as well as the rewards debt freedom has brought them. Follow Carly on Instagram: www.instagram.com/carlymarksberryroberts Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.in...

Jan 26, 202137 min

Episode 46: Solo Traveling Around The World with Anina (RERUN)

Hey guys! Today's episode will be a rerun due to me not feeling the best! If you have a love for traveling while helping others, today's episode is definitely for you. Anina Monteforte is the founder of The World Within Us, the first international travel company that designs travel experiences directly aligned with the United Nations 17 sustainable development goals. So far she has traveled to over forty countries and counting! When she's not trekking the world, Anina is working to obtain her Ma...

Jan 12, 202136 min

Episode 45: How To Finally "Get Good" with Your Money

Welcome back! The podcast got a little refresh over the holidays and I couldn't be more OBSESSED and excited! On today's podcast, I'm giving you guys a little life update along with a few ways to help you "Get Good With Money" for 2021. Music by TildeExist Digital Illustration by Tailor Payton Podcast Cover Artwork by Kahdijah Venable YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5OcZJj3vtdGxc7R-KtUIlA Instagram: www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast Resources Brown Ambition Podcast: https://brown...

Jan 05, 202118 minEp. 45

Episode 43: Holiday Gifts, Budgeting Blunder + Feeling Isolated

Hey guys! Welcome back to another episode of Financial Flex with Lex. Today's show is a quick one but still great! I talk about how I always wait until the last minute to buy Christmas gifts, open up about my budgeting mishaps and speak about feeling isolated while paying off debt. Follow the podcast: @FinancialFlexPodcast

Dec 15, 202013 min

Episode 42: Why Is Asking For A Raise So Difficult?

In today's episode, I'm sharing my personal experiences with asking for a raise. I detail why it's important to ask for one, why people don't ask for raises, and what you need to do in order to prepare yourself before going into that salary discussion. IG: financialflexpodcast Links: Asking For A Raise...

Nov 12, 202019 min

Episode 41: Grad School + Job Uncertainty During COVID-19 with Milan Johnson

On today's episode, graduate student Milan Johnson shares what it's like to be a graduate student during a pandemic and navigating the uncertainties of everything from education to the workforce. Connect with Milan Twitter: https://twitter.com/Milan_Rouge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milan_rouge/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milanbjohnson/ Follow the podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/financialflexpodcast/

Oct 29, 202033 min

Episode 40: What You Need To Know About The Presidential Candidates and Their Tax Plans

In honor of the upcoming election, I've decided to do a quick breakdown about how taxes work and what each presidential candidate plans to do if elected (or reelected)! Information Links https://usafacts.org/voter-center/national/contest/undefined?issueId=EDUCATION&contestId=763fbfab-7b5c-3353-a55a-fd04a59514da https://joebiden.com/# https://www.forbes.com/sites/wesleywhistle/2020/10/17/joe-bidens-plan-for-student-debt-cancellation/#643ad769417a https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/loans/stude...

Oct 22, 202011 min

Episode 39: What's Your Biggest Money Regret?

We've all been there. Spending money we have no business spending. On today's episode, I'm sharing my top money regrets along with reading some of yours! If you're thinking about doing the #NoSpendNovember challenge message me on Instagram! Let's be accountability partners! Instagram: @FinancialFlexPodcast Let's Chat: finacialflexpodcast@gmail.com

Oct 08, 202017 min
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