Do we get any break from taxes? Deductions help, but you get to choose. The government’s not a charity, but a deduction can be. Many don’t pay income taxes. Being a Progressive tax system, the more you earn, the more you pay. Are you part of the lucky to pay more? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
The price of oil went negative on 4/20/20. What the heck? Isn’t that what’s used to make gasoline? Does that mean the gas pump will turn into an ATM, and pay us for filling up our car? It’s the first time in our history. You know when a gallon of gas costs less than a roll of toilet paper something is going on. Can this be true, and what really happened? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
We’ve got a Pro gressive, or is it a Dep ressive Income Tax system. But, don’t worry, Tax Freedom Day is probably right around the corner. Mak & G now have Education Freedom Day, and want to talk more about income taxes. Join us for more. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
April 15 is here which means time to complete your income tax calculation. In comes the money you earn, and out goes the money for income tax. As the biggest tax, it makes up over 40% of all tax collected. That’s about $1.5 Trillion!!! It feels like, and it is a lot of money!!! Any idea what the Bible and taxes have in common??? Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Taxes are part of all of our lives. Sales taxes, real estate taxes, income taxes, payroll taxes and more. How do you keep them all straight? Some make sense and others GROSS!! Let’s start the discussion as it can have a big effect on your overall wealth. There are some seriously weird taxes that have shown up over it’s 5,000 year history. They’re more interesting than you think!! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on ...
A portfolio is the collection of all your investments (stocks, bonds and alternative investments), but many times you don’t want to pick all your stocks and bonds by yourself. Here is where the mutual fund comes in. It buys stocks and bonds to satisfy your needs or objectives. With approx $20 TRILLION invested in them, it’s worth finding out a bit more! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Now that you know a bit about risk and investments, it’s time to talk about a portfolio. A portfolio is simply the group of investments that you own. The key to making a good portfolio is to choose investments that work together. When done right, you can reduce risk and increase your return. Take a listen to find out more. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Stocks are risky. And, sometimes there is a lot more than other times. One of the biggest nightmares we’ve seen with stocks was in 1929. It was called the stock market crash. Stocks, bonds and other money are all tied together. Looking at the crash can really increase your understanding of how parts of the economy are connected, and ultimately led to the great depression. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Stocks are risky. Sometimes there is a lot more risk than other times, and it’s not related to the company but to other factors. The stock market crash of 1929 is a great example. Listen to how the economy is connected from the stock market crash all the way to the Great Depression. It may surprise you!! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Stocks and bonds go together like peas and carrots. So now that Mak and G have a better handle on stocks, they’re going to dive into the world of bonds. Bonds are often seen as boring when it comes to investing, but they’re an important part of a good investment plan. Listen in to hear why! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Mak and G have learned all about how buying the right stock can pay off big. But where do they go to buy a stock? In this episode, the twins learn about stock-buying basics, from the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ to IPOs and brokerage accounts. And remember, buy low, sell high! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Mak and G are excited to start investing, but how do they choose a stock to buy? By looking at recent stock success stories, the twins begin to get an idea of what to look for. From understanding expectations to learning about supply and demand, Mak and G are getting closer to making the right investments. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
In our last episode, Mak and G learned the basics of investing. Now, they’re getting the lowdown on stocks and bonds. What do stocks have to do with pizza? And what on earth is a dividend? Listen in to find out! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Mak and G are back! After learning how to save their money over the course of season 3, the twins now want to learn how to grow that money. Listen in as Mak and G learn what it means to invest. Buy low, sell high! Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Mak & G are excited to learn more about investing. They have a lot of questions so they’re interviewing an angel investor to discover what these investors do for businesses. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter Learn more about VisionTech Partners Learn more about Stock Yards Bank & Trust...
Mak & G still have a lot of questions about managing money, so for this episode, they’re switching things up and interviewing an established business owner. What does it take to grow a new business? Find out on Money with Mak & G. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter Learn more about Mimir Classroom Learn more about Stock Yards Bank & Trust...
Mak and G are ready to start saving, and they need a secure place to store their money. Join them as they learn what a bank account is, and how to open one. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter Learn more about Stock Yards Bank & Trust...
Mak and G have big plans for their money, and it’s time to start saving. Tune in to hear how they set up their budgets to reach their financial goals. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter Learn more about Stock Yards Bank & Trust...
Mak and G are making more money, but they never seem to have enough for everything they want. Listen in as they learn what to do next. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter Learn more about Stock Yards Bank & Trust...
Mak and G make their first sale! Join them in the Season 2 finale as they plan for the future growth of their business. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
There’s a lot of planning that goes into starting a new company. Listen in as Mak and G learn how to break it down into easy steps, so you too can plan for a successful company. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
203: Creating a Company Mak and G are ready to start their pet sitting business! Join them as they learn the basics of starting a company in this week’s episode of Money with Mak and G. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Lemonade stands, lawn care, and pet sitting are all great ways for kids to make a little extra cash during the summertime, but which one should you choose? Tune in to hear what business Mak and G want to start in this week’s episode. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
Mak and G want to buy more stuff, and their weekly allowance just won’t cut it anymore. Listen in as they begin their journey to make more money. Links and Resources: Check out the EduCounting website Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Connect with us on Twitter...
EduCounting ’s Money with Mak & G is back, and in Season Two, they are on a quest to make more money. Money with Mak & G is a podcast dedicated to helping families understand how money works from the basics all the way to uncovering and changing your beliefs surrounding it. Join Mak and G on their adventure as they learn what it takes to start a business and how to plan for financial success, as they take their first steps on the road to financial wellness. Links and Resources: Check out...
Paying for things with paper or plastic are common every day. However, credit cards have that name because the owner has “credit”. What does credit mean? How is credit used? When and how do you pay for it? Does it run out? Time to learn a little bit more about credit cards. Check out the website for more: www.educounting.com/moneywithmakandg
The world has changed. We no longer pay for things with cows or wheat. We use paper or plastic. This means we can pay for things with paper using money or checks. You can also pay with “plastic”, which is a credit card as most were made of plastic. This episode teaches a bit about payment methods. Check out the website for more: www.educounting.com
Parents earn an allowance just like kids do. They may call it a salary, but it works the same way. Adults earn money for doing their chores at work. And, the government takes out taxes to pay for stuff in the community and in the country. Beginning the conversation on taxes is important as it affects your finances. Check out our website: www.moneywithmakandg.com
Who would ever burn something that holds such value? Many kids and adults don’t understand how changing some habits, can help save money throughout your house. It’s about making better financial decisions and paying attention to situations that work against you. Check out the website for more: www.educounting.com
It’s all about money. Time to respect it, understand a little bit of history, and what it can do for you. If you start early and can have healthy conversations about it, it will lead to a life that is full of abundance. Check out the website for more: www.educounting.com
