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I'm About to Have a Child, What Do I Need to Plan For Financially?

Dec 12, 202511 min
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Episode description

In this episode, I cover key steps to make sure you’re financially prepared for the journey ahead. Some takeaways:

  1. Update Your Life Insurance: Why having proper life insurance is essential once you have a child and how to determine the right amount for your family

  2. Health Insurance for Your Newborn: The process of adding your baby to your health insurance plan and why it’s important to do this sooner than later

  3. Creating an Estate Plan: Protect your family’s future and ensure your wishes are honored

  4. Budgeting for Baby Expenses: How to adjust your budget to accommodate new expenses, including daycare and one-time costs for nursery essentials

  5. Leveraging Dependent Care FSA: How to take advantage of pre-tax benefits for childcare expenses, which can save you money in the long run

  6. Planning for Your Child’s Future: Various options for saving for your child’s education, including the benefits of 529 plans

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Disclaimer: None of this should be seen as financial advice. It is just for informational purposes.

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