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Habesha Finance Podcast

Matt Gebrehabeshafinance.com
Matt G from the Habesha Finance Podcast reveals his strategies and knowledge to help you achieve financial independence and overcome your money problems. Matt, the son of two Habesha immigrants, is an engineer who understands there’s not just one way that leads to financial freedom and that’s what he’s here to explore. From saving for retirement to graduating college debt free to interviews with Ethiopian and Eritrean entrepreneurs he covers all topics related to personal finance and habesha living.
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159. 7 BEST High Yield Savings Accounts of (February 2025)

Check out this video to find out what the 7 best high yield savings in 2025 are so far. I'll also give you 3 more high yield savings accounts from popular financial institutions that are just below 4% APY, but might be for you.

Feb 05, 20259 minSeason 8Ep. 1

158. If You Have $100 In The Bank, Do THIS Now!

The money in your savings account is not going to make you rich. I'll explain how to actually build wealth in this video so you can do well financially in 2025!

Dec 24, 202415 minSeason 7Ep. 18

157. Here's the BEST High Yield Savings Account in 2025

CIT Bank has proven over last couple of years why they have one of the best high yield savings accounts available today. In this video I'll share with you some of my reasons why I'm glad we chose CIT Bank and why we're staying with them going into 2025.

Dec 23, 20246 minSeason 7Ep. 17

156. Shopping Mall Apartments a Housing Solution?

Malls across the United States are being repurposed into residential apartments and this could end up becoming one of the best solutions to the current housing crisis. In this video we'll look at the benefits and concerns of shopping mall apartments and figure out if this is a smart trend or disaster waiting to happen.

Dec 21, 202410 minSeason 7Ep. 16

155. S&P 500 vs High Yield Savings Account: Which is Better?

When considering where to invest your hard-earned money, two popular options often emerge: the S&P 500 and high-yield savings accounts. Both offer unique advantages and drawbacks, and understanding these nuances can significantly impact your financial future. In this video we'll look into the key differences and help you make informed to figure out which is best for you.

Dec 21, 20245 minSeason 7Ep. 15

154. Reasons Why Most Young People Are Broke

Feeling financially strapped in your 20s and 30s? You're not alone. Let's look into 21 common reasons why you might be broke and how to overcome them. WATCH NEXT ➡️ I Wish I Knew THIS About Investing When I Started https://youtu.be/8tx0dRPx05U 🚨Do This EVERY Time You Get Paid (Must Watch Paycheck Routine) ➡️ https://youtu.be/iixdkrXnXwQ 🚨 4 Stages to Saving $1,000,000 ➡️ https://youtu.be/pgT7ehOCv5U 🚨 Learn more about the Google Sheets Budget we've been using since February 2017 here: https:/...

Nov 22, 202412 minSeason 7Ep. 14

153. Paying Off Our Mortgage Early - Is it Worth it?

In this video I explore this idea of paying off our mortgage early. There are several pros and cons to accelerating the payoff date for a mortgage which I discuss in this video. 🚨WATCH NEXT ➡️ Eye-Opening Financial Statistic of the Average Person (and Strategies for Success) https://youtu.be/VngBiGJyWu0

Jun 03, 20249 minSeason 7Ep. 13

152. Average Credit Score by Age (2024) - How Do You Compare?

Having a good credit score is important and in this video I'll share the latest average Vantagsescore credit scores along with some new information about the middle class for you to gauge how you're doing financially. I'll share some personal tips for you to improve your credit score without the fluff! 🚨WATCH NEXT ➡️ Escape the Rat Race: 7 Pillars of Financial Independence https://youtu.be/_uqKDhWT3yo

May 07, 202415 minSeason 7Ep. 12

151. Get Strong, Get Rich: 5 Fitness Lessons for Your Money!

In this video I''ll share 5 important lessons I've learned from exercising over the years that you can apply to saving money that will help you build wealth. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 7 Money Habits Keeping You Poor: https://youtu.be/StAkdqbqCoc TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Introduction 0:34 - Lesson #1 1:55 - Lesson #2 3:02 - Lesson #3 4:27 - Lesson #4 5:39 - Lesson #5 For links to recommended resources visit video on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ebBsoBsXEZY

Mar 18, 20247 minSeason 7Ep. 11

150. 529 vs ESA vs UGMA/UTMA vs Roth IRA [Saving for College in 2024]

In this podcast you will learn about the 5 different ways you can save for college including the 529 Plan, Coverdell ESA, UGMAs and UTMAs and even the Roth IRA. Each of the accounts have their pros and cons and by the end of this podcast you will be able to choose the best account for you to save for college. WATCH NEXT ➡️ Ultimate Roth IRA Guide for 2024: Unveiling the Secrets of the Rich!: https://youtu.be/CQJ_6wbV6fs...

Mar 11, 202411 minSeason 7Ep. 10

149. The #1 Investment Threat No One Talks About...

One of the biggest threats to most people’s investment portfolios is one that is actually hidden in plain sight. If you’re not careful you could easily lose half a million dollars or more of the money you’re investing and growing. It’s a big secret that’s not really a secret that many investors like you and me are not always aware of and so in this video I’m going to give you the information you need to make better informed choices with your investing. WATCH NEXT ➡️ Ultimate Roth IRA Guide for 2...

Mar 09, 20249 minSeason 7Ep. 9

148. The TRUTH About an HYSA (High Yield Savings Account)

There are some important factors to consider when signing for a high yield savings account that I wish I knew when we signed up for our first one several years ago. Today I'm going over what you should know about high yield savings accounts that often gets overlooked. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 7 Money Habits Keeping You Poor (AVOID These Wealth Killers!) https://youtu.be/StAkdqbqCoc

Feb 27, 20246 minSeason 7Ep. 8

147. The BEST Vanguard 3 Fund ETF Portfolio in 2024

In this video I go over the best 3 fund ETF portfolio you can build at Vanguard and provide some insight on how I would approach building a 3 fund portfolio depending on where I am in my investing timeline. CHECK OUT NEXT ➡️ Escape the Rat Race: 7 Pillars of Financial Independence https://youtu.be/_uqKDhWT3yo

Feb 20, 20249 minSeason 7Ep. 7

146. 2024 Roth IRA Complete Guide - Everything You Need to Know

In this podcast I'm going to give you everything you need to know about the Roth IRA, this incredible account I believe every working individual should have. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 5 Amazing Health Savings Account (HSA) Benefits in 2024 https://youtu.be/8e2H8DOjaiQ

Feb 12, 202412 minSeason 7Ep. 6

144. Rule of 72 Explained in Simple Terms (with examples)

In this podcast I explain how the rule of 72 works that will shock you and have you rethink your next big purchase. WATCH NEXT Save Your First $100k VERY FAST - DO THIS! ➡️ https://youtu.be/CB2GeK3YCbg

Feb 10, 20244 minSeason 7Ep. 4

143. Saving Money and Building Wealth in 2024: Tips and Goals

When we started on this journey financial independence my wife and I didn't understand how critical the first few months in a new year were. Here are some lessons I'm excited to share with you! WATCH NEXT ➡️ Signs You're Doing Financially Well (Even If You Don’t Think So): https://youtu.be/ZMzDNUwrYGI

Jan 24, 20246 minSeason 7Ep. 3

142. Before You File Taxes Know THIS About Savings Accounts

Well I got my 1099-INT from CIT Bank for my high yield savings account and I'm sure you have as well. So what do we do with it? That's what I'll go over in this podcast. Watch NEXT Video: 7 Money Habits Keeping You Poor (AVOID These Wealth Killers!) https://youtu.be/StAkdqbqCoc

Jan 22, 20244 minSeason 7Ep. 2

141. 7 Money Habits Keeping You Poor (AVOID These Wealth Killers!)

It's no secret that many of us struggle from time to time managing our money, I know I've had my challenges in the past so today we're going to discuss 7 money habits that are keeping you poor. WATCH NEXT Saving First $100k is the Hardest But Then THIS Happens! https://youtu.be/C5LDkO3oYUw FREE Budget Tutorial You Can Learn Easily - https://youtu.be/aIT2G5RgBAI Save Your First $100k VERY FAST - DO THIS! ➡️ https://youtu.be/CB2GeK3YCbg...

Jan 08, 202412 minSeason 7Ep. 1

140. S&P 500 Prediction 2024: Don't Lose Millions!

The S&P 500 is closing in on it's previous record high, but what exactly does this mean? And what should you expect in 2024 for the S&P 500 performance for your investment portfolio.

Dec 29, 20238 minSeason 6Ep. 15

139. The Ultimate 2 Funds for Life to Buy and Hold in 2024

2 funds for life! What if you could pick two index funds in 2024 and buy and hold them forever. Today we’re going to look at two fund portfolios, but while the first fund is set I’m going to share a few options you can choose to use as your second fund to make things interesting. 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make With Their 401k Account: https://youtu.be/eskfGTSo27Y

Dec 16, 20237 minSeason 6Ep. 14

137. Open Enrollment 2024 - Why the HSA (Health Savings Account) is BEST

I'm a big fan of HSAs and I have been since 2017 when my wife and I enrolled in ours, but there are important tips that I will go over in this podcast so you don’t make mistakes that could cost you. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 7 Pillars of Financial Independence That Will Make You Rich ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/_uqKDhWT3yo⁠⁠ 4 BEST Investing Accounts YOU Need to Open Today! ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/1fTdwZaphCE⁠⁠ Save $10,000 FAST! (10 Saving Tips for Your First $10K) ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/Q-cqP5a5l9Y⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save Your Fir...

Oct 25, 202312 minSeason 6Ep. 12

136. Treasury Bills vs CDs vs High Yield Savings Accounts - Which is BEST?

Here are the top 5 401(k) mistakes you need to avoid otherwise you could end up paying a lot of money in fees and penalties. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 7 Pillars of Financial Independence That Will Make You Rich ⁠https://youtu.be/_uqKDhWT3yo⁠ 4 BEST Investing Accounts YOU Need to Open Today! ⁠https://youtu.be/1fTdwZaphCE⁠ Save $10,000 FAST! (10 Saving Tips for Your First $10K) ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://youtu.be/Q-cqP5a5l9Y⁠⁠⁠⁠ Save Your First $100k VERY FAST - DO THIS! ➡️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/CB2GeK3YCbg⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out...

Sep 05, 20239 minSeason 6Ep. 11

135. Top 401(k) Mistakes You Must AVOID - I Wish I Knew This

Here are the top 5 401(k) mistakes you need to avoid otherwise you could end up paying a lot of money in fees and penalties. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 4 BEST Investing Accounts YOU Need to Open Today! https://youtu.be/1fTdwZaphCE I Switched to CIT Bank’s High Yield Savings Account. Worth it? ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/rGIUTUTwUUw⁠⁠ Reasons You Won’t Qualify for a High Yield Savings Account ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/cnE81PT_thE⁠⁠⁠ 4 Stages to Saving $1,000,000: ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/pgT7ehOCv5U⁠⁠⁠ BEST 3-Fund ETF Portfolio ...

Jul 29, 20239 minSeason 6Ep. 10

134. Know THIS Before You Invest in the S&P 500 Index

The S&P 500 Index appears to be recovering from one of it's more recent lowest points in October 2022. BEFORE you go buy index funds and ETFs that track the S&P 500 make sure you watch this video! WATCH NEXT ➡️ I Switched to CIT Bank’s High Yield Savings Account. Worth it? ⁠https://youtu.be/rGIUTUTwUUw⁠ Reasons You Won’t Qualify for a High Yield Savings Account ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/cnE81PT_thE⁠⁠ 4 Stages to Saving $1,000,000: ⁠⁠https://youtu.be/pgT7ehOCv5U⁠⁠ BEST 3-Fund ETF Portfolio That ...

Jun 12, 20234 minSeason 6Ep. 9

133. Health Savings Account Explained - Is an HSA Must Have?

WATCH NEXT ➡️ I Switched to CIT Bank’s High Yield Savings Account. Worth it? https://youtu.be/rGIUTUTwUUw Reasons You Won’t Qualify for a High Yield Savings Account ⁠https://youtu.be/cnE81PT_thE⁠ 4 Stages to Saving $1,000,000: ⁠https://youtu.be/pgT7ehOCv5U⁠ BEST 3-Fund ETF Portfolio That Will Make You Rich ➡️ ⁠https://youtu.be/ej_P9_Wbt-k⁠ Save $10,000 FAST! (10 Saving Tips for Your First $10K) ➡️ ⁠https://youtu.be/Q-cqP5a5l9Y⁠ Save Your First $100k VERY FAST - DO THIS! ➡️ ⁠https://youtu.be/CB2G...

May 06, 202311 minSeason 6Ep. 8

132. Apple’s NEW High Yield Savings Account - Worth It?

Apple LAUNCHES new high yield savings account with Goldman Sachs, but is it worth the hype and should you apply? Apple’s instructions to setup Savings ➡️ https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213451 WATCH NEXT ➡️ Reasons You Won’t Qualify for a High Yield Savings Account https://youtu.be/cnE81PT_thE 4 Stages to Saving $1,000,000: https://youtu.be/pgT7ehOCv5U BEST 3-Fund ETF Portfolio That Will Make You Rich ➡️ https://youtu.be/ej_P9_Wbt-k Save $10,000 FAST! (10 Saving Tips for Your First $10K) ➡️ ht...

Apr 26, 202311 minSeason 6Ep. 7

131. 9 Signs You're Doing Well Financially (Even If You Don’t Think So)

Sometimes saying money and investing can be challenging and it can be hard to tell how you’re doing financially. In this video I want to talk about the signs that can help you see you’re doing financially well even if it doesn’t feel like it. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 7 Pillars of Financial Independence That Will Make You Rich https://youtu.be/_uqKDhWT3yo Open your free high yield savings account with CIT Bank today: https://fxo.co/1147663/investingwithmatt Get Term Life Insurance. Creating an account is fr...

Mar 19, 20238 minSeason 6Ep. 6

130. 8 BEST High Yield Savings Accounts of 2023 (March Update)

High Yield Savings Accounts (HYSA) are currently offering some of the highest interest rates in March 2023 we've seen in a long time. In this video I am going to discuss 8 different high yield savings accounts with APYs as high as 4.55%! Links to sign up for HYSAs: 1. UFB Direct - https://fxo.co/1147663/ufb (Affiliate link) 2. CIT Bank - https://fxo.co/1147663/cit (affiliate link) 3. MySavingsDirect - https://www.mysavingsdirect.com/ 4. SoFi - https://www.sofi.com/banking/savings-account/ 5. BMO...

Mar 13, 20237 minSeason 6Ep. 5
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