How do you feel about going to the bank? Does it sound boring? Or maybe a little intimidating? Who do you expect to talk to there? Somebody in a suit who doesn’t really get you? What if the banking experience was more fun and less stressful? What if you could talk to someone like you—and get the help you need? Jennifer Windbeck is the Managing Vice President of Capital One Cafés and Branches, In-Store Experience, Operations and Network Management with Capital One . In her role, Jennifer leads th...
Sep 17, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 172
On this episode of Queer Money, we have another member of the Credit Card Pay Off Course. If you had to pick one adjective to describe how you feel about your credit card debt, what would it be? Most people choose the word shame . Jeanette was in a very dark place just six months ago, feeling like a failure when it came to money. Today, her outlook has shifted completely, and she is confident that she CAN and WILL succeed in paying off her debt—with the support of the Credit Card Pay Off Course ...
Sep 10, 2019•34 min•Season 1Ep. 171
On this episode of Queer Money, we are tackling a topic that keeps coming up in our Queer Money Facebook group and from the emails we receive from our followers. There’s an episode of Friends where they all go out to dinner to celebrate Monica’s promotion, and when the bill arrives, Ross splits it six ways. If you’re Phoebe, who ordered the cup of soup, or Rachel, who got a side salad, that’s a pretty frustrating situation. Do you risk the embarrassment and say something? Or give in to the peer ...
Sep 03, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 170
On this week's Queer Money we are discussing how our thinking can impact our financial future and how it has helped or hindered our current situation. We discuss some of the thinking errors highlighted in our eBook - The 7 Thinking Errors that Prevent Financial Freedom. “Your beliefs become your thoughts, your thoughts become your words, your words become your actions, your actions become your habits, your habits become your values, your values become your destiny.” --Gandhi Not happy with your ...
Aug 27, 2019•48 min•Season 1Ep. 169
On this Queer Money, we discuss a topic that often brings up angst for many in the LGBTQ community; should I be out at work? An estimated 50% of LGBTQ individuals in the US are not out at work. Why does visibility matter? What can companies do to encourage self-identification? And how can businesses use this information to support queer employees and advocate for equality in the places where they operate? Todd Sears is a former investment banker and financial advisor turned entrepreneur for equa...
Aug 20, 2019•36 min
On this episode of Queer Money, we are continuing our series of highlighting stories of others who are on the path to becoming debt-free. Ready to get out of debt once and for all? If so, you’d better be ready to take a deep dive into what got you there in the first place. As Nathan, a student in our Credit Card Pay Off Course will tell you, the first step in fixing your financial situation is developing an awareness of how and why you spend the way you do. On this episode of Queer Money, Nathan...
Aug 13, 2019•30 min
Queer Money listeners and Facebook group members have told us several times that their #2 financial concern is saving for retirement. So this week on Queer Money, we are tackling a major question. Are you throwing away free money? If you’re not taking advantage of the option to invest in a 401(k) or 403(b) at work, that’s EXACTLY what you’re doing. So, how do these employer-sponsored retirement accounts work? How much free money will the organization you work for contribute? And how can particip...
Aug 06, 2019•34 min
On this week's Queer Money we are joined by Thomas Tucker, another LGBTQ podcaster to discuss his journey as a podcaster. Are you tired of the ‘people suck’ narrative that seems to rule traditional media? Wish someone was telling the stories of cool people doing amazing things? Even better, what if someone was amplifying the diverse voices within the LGBTQ community, the kind voices we don’t usually get to hear? Thomas Tucker is the creator and host of the Uncensored Visionary , a podcast highli...
Jul 30, 2019•43 min
Beginning in May 2019, John and I set out on the very first Queer Money Live tour. On this episode of Queer Money, we talk about what we learned on that tour by talking with LGBTQ people from 7 different cities across the North East. We need to start talking about money. To build a strong queer community with the financial resources to live our best lives and continue to push for equality, we’ve simply got to share what we know. So, how do we start the conversation and catch up with other commun...
Jul 23, 2019•35 min
On this week's Queer Money we're talking about making more money! We often talk about how to cut expenses, but we also have to look at increasing income so we can thrive financially. The beauty of the sharing economy is that you can earn money from things you already own. Got a spare bedroom? A couch? A tent in the backyard? You might be surprised how much you can earn by listing your space on Airbnb, Mrb&b, or any other short-term rental site. You might even choose to expand this model and buil...
Jul 16, 2019•46 min
On this week's Queer Money we continue looking at the success stories coming out of the Credit Card Pay Off Course , which opens back up Sunday, September 8th, for 5 days only! Karen and Dave were struggling. Unplanned expenses forced the couple to max out several credit cards, and they weren’t sure how to fix it on their own. That’s when they came across our Credit Card Pay Off Course and made the decision to invest in their future. On this episode of Queer Money, Karen and Dave join us to shar...
Jul 09, 2019•27 min
On this week's Queer Money we are honored to host the 9 times New York best selling author David Bach. “If you don’t know where you’re going, you may not like where you end up.” How do you make decisions about how to spend your money? Do you have a vision of what you want your life to look like that guides you? Do you spend with intention, based on your values? Or unconsciously, based on someone else’s idea of what’s important? David Bach is one of the most popular financial authors of our time....
Jul 02, 2019•53 min
On this week's Queer Money we talk with Alison & Ali about living their best lives. Do you ever dream of retiring early and traveling the world with your partner? You can make that dream a reality, but it does require careful planning. Ali & Alison Walker are the creators of All Options Considered , a platform where they share their journey to financial independence and adventures in slow travel, most recently making their way through Southeast Asia. Today, they join us to explain what inspired ...
Jun 25, 2019•56 min
Get this week's QUeer Money freebie here: www.debtfreeguys.com/159 Purchasing a home is a big emotional and financial decision for couples, LGBTQ or otherwise. How do you know if you and your partner are ready? And what steps can you take to save tens of thousands (or maybe even hundreds of thousands!) of dollars over time? On today’s episode of Queer Money, we’re sharing 5 tips for buying a home as a couple. We start by explaining how your credit scores impact the interest rate on your home loa...
Jun 18, 2019•28 min
On this Queer Money, we're talking to Fred Norrell about his journey of discovery when it comes to credit card debt and paying it off. According to a recent CNBC study , a full 75% of Americans admitted to winging it with their finances. Fred Norrell was among that 75% until he invested in our Credit Card Pay Off Course , and today, he is on the road to early retirement. So, how has the course helped Fred become more aware of his spending and develop a plan to achieve financial independence? On ...
Jun 11, 2019•22 min
This Queer Money is all about financial stress. To help reduce your financial stress click here: www.debtfreeguys.com/157 Are you stressed about money? You’re not the only one. In fact, 60% of the LGBTQ respondents in a recent study admitted to worrying about their finances on a weekly basis. So, what can you do to eliminate financial stress and live a happier life? On today’s episode of Queer Money, we’re sharing 5 tips for eliminating the anxiety associated with money. We start by encouraging ...
Jun 04, 2019•18 min•Season 1Ep. 157
On this week's Queer Money show we invite Josh Stoffregen, the VP of Global Communications & Workplace Solutions at Prudential Financial to join us to discuss the state of financial wellness for the LGBTQ community in America. He joined the team in 2009 and served as the project lead for the firm’s 2012 LGBT Financial Experience Survey. Josh was also the President of Prudential’s enterprise-wide LGBT organization from 2010 to 2014. Today, he joins us to share the findings of the company’s latest...
May 28, 2019•30 min•Ep. 156
Queer Money this week digs into some of the common questions that are asked about using and getting PrEP. If you’re nervous about contracting HIV, there is a new prevention strategy known as pre-exposure prophylaxis or PrEP. What does the drug do? Who should be taking PrEP? Does it have any side effects? How much does it cost? Megan Canon is the Biomedical Intervention Coordinator with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the director of the state’s Proud to be PrEPPED Ca...
May 21, 2019•38 min
On this episode of Queer Money, we get a bit personal and share some of our recent personal journey while we were house sitting in Columbia, PA. As a gay couple, this was a difficult and trying time for us in a small town that we felt uncomfortable being our true selves. We came into 2019 feeling #likeaboss. We were in talks with a bank to do a lucrative Queer Money Live tour and had the support of a number of corporate partners leading up to the launch of our Credit Card Pay Off Course. And the...
May 14, 2019•52 min
On this Queer Money, we chat with Jenn T. Grace about her path to becoming and Queer Entrepreneur. Are you an LGBTQ entrepreneur looking to scale? Or a queer business leader driven to build your own thought leadership platform? Then sharing your story in a book may be the best way to position yourself as an authority and attract the opportunities you need to grow. But how, exactly, does the publishing process work? Known as the Professional Lesbian, Jenn T. Grace is a business strategist, keynot...
May 07, 2019•47 min
On this Queer Money we talk about Financial Independence and the first step we took to achieve it. What’s most important to you? Impressing other people with the latest Prada shoes? Or giving back to the LGBTQ community? Financial independence IS achievable for each and every one of us, but the first step is getting clear on your hopes and dreams so that you can spend money in an intentional way on the things that matter most. On today’s episode of Queer Money, we’re sharing our definition of fi...
Apr 30, 2019•24 min
Queer Money this week is all about the gay wedding. We've invited Aimee Palifroni of Prisma Events to share with us 7 Tips for an Affordable + Fabulous Gay Wedding. First comes love, then comes marriage. Then comes the big, old bill for the expensive ceremony and reception! But it doesn’t have to be that way. LGBTQ couples can plan a beautiful experience that doesn’t require taking out a second mortgage. So, how do you plan gay wedding that is both fabulous AND affordable? Aimee Palifroni is the...
Apr 23, 2019•44 min
On this Queer Money, we invite Amanda Clayman to discuss the results from the Prudential 2018 Financial Wellness Census and The Cut as it pertains to our 🏳️🌈 community. Amanda Clayman is a leader in the field of financial therapy. She serves as a money coach in private practice and financial wellness advocate for Prudential Financial. Amanda has much experience working with LGBTQ clients, having spent 10 years running the Financial Wellness Program for The Actors Fund. Amanda’s fiercely commi...
Apr 16, 2019•35 min
Get financially organized with the Debt Free Guys 13-Week Leap: https://debtfreeguys.com/financially-organized-leap/ Same-sex couples are far more likely to adopt or foster a child than their straight counterparts, and many of those children are dealing with physical and emotional disabilities. It is obvious that we need to plan for the unique challenges of caring for a special needs child from day to day, but few stop to design a plan for the long term. How can we ensure that our children will ...
Apr 09, 2019•48 min
Do you keep making the same mistakes around money? Have you tried to follow a budget, but didn’t have the willpower to stick with it long term? If so, it may be time to start exploring the unconscious beliefs that are at the root of your behavior and send a different vibration out in the world! Abundance Coach Leisa Peterson is the creator of Wealth Clinic, a platform and practice dedicated to helping entrepreneurs discover prosperity and joy in all aspects of life. She leverages her 20-plus yea...
Apr 02, 2019•55 min
Get more info here: www.debtfreeguys.com/147 You know the satisfaction you feel when your desk or your closet is totally organized? When you know you’re taking good care of your belongings and you have easy access to everything you might need? What if you could feel that same kind of confidence about your finances? On today’s episode of Queer Money, we’re sharing five steps to help you get financially organized. We discuss the importance of an emergency savings account, offering insight on how t...
Mar 26, 2019•16 min
This episode is brought to you by the Debt Free Guys Budget Buster Bundle, your guild to budgeting like a badass - get it here: https://debtfreeguys.com/budget-buster-bundle/ The world needs more LGBTQ entrepreneurs. But starting your own business is not easy. It takes inner strength and the desire to succeed. It means overcoming limiting beliefs and growing your enterprise one baby step at a time. But if you embrace your uniqueness, surround yourself with a supportive community, and put in the ...
Mar 19, 2019•44 min
Get the Budget Buster Bundle here: https://debtfreeguys.com/budget-buster-bundle/ You might be under the impression that the terms fabulous and frugal are mutually exclusive. But in truth, frugality is not about eliminating the fun from your life. It’s about spending money on the things that matter most to you—and finding ways to do MORE with LESS. David Rae is a Certified Financial Planner and Accredited Investment Fiduciary based in Los Angeles. He has been helping clients achieve financial se...
Mar 12, 2019•56 min
So, you’re at the bar and someone suggests a round of shots. You know that eventually, it will be your turn to buy, and you’d rather save the money for a trip you’re planning. But how do you say no to your friends? How do you overcome the peer pressure to spend? On today’s episode of Queer Money, we’re sharing five strategies to stand up to peer pressure and save money to pursue your hopes and dreams. We discuss the advantages of using cash as opposed to credit or debit cards and explain why it’...
Mar 05, 2019•10 min
There is a great deal of anti-immigrant sentiment in the US right now, even among some in the queer community. But the fact is, the LGBTQ and immigrant communities have a lot in common. And if you happen to be both LGBTQ AND an immigrant, deportation back to a country where homosexuality isn’t tolerated can be a death sentence. Having the financial resources to fight for your rights is crucial for any marginalized community, but how does an immigrant learn to navigate our complex financial syste...
Feb 26, 2019•42 min
