No Shame in this Money Game: Recent Episodes
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The "No Shame in this Money Game" Podcast sifts though overwhelming financial terms, products and jargon in a safe, no-shame zone so that everyday individuals can become financially educated, capable and confident consumers. Member FDIC.
It feels like the “Summer of Taylor Swift” and I don’t think I’m alone when I say, I think she might have earned that title. Not only has she smashed music industry records left and right but she may also be instrumental in the way economist have changed their forecast - I’m hearing the word “resilient” more than “recession” lately and it that may have something to do with a certain someone’s “reputation!” If you know, you know and if you don’t, take a listen!
There are so many unknowns when it comes to house hunting and it can all feel very overwhelming – especially if you are a first time homebuyer! As intimidating as it may seem, discovering what you can and can't afford is one controllable factor when looking for a home and it’s actually easier to find out than you might think! In this Mini Money Minute, you will uncover what information you need to gather to get your pre-approval letter from a lender, why it's important to get that pre-approval and how lenders come up with that magic number
Happy New Year and welcome to Season Two of the No Shame in this Money Game podcast. The flip of the calendar can feel inspiring. If you traditionally make a New Year’s resolution, statistics tell us that it most likely involves a fitness or financial goal. Have you ever thought about combining the two? In Financially Fit in 2021, Shannon McLay, Founder and CEO of the Financial Gym, explains how maintaining your financial health is similar to maintaining your physical health. Listen to he…
Learning about money is an essential life skill. As adults, many of us were never taught about money in school and are shocked to discover that personal finance is still not a required course in many schools. In this podcast, long time financial education advocate George "Scott" Guild schools us on how Massachusetts is inching toward a national goal of graduating financially capable students and points us toward fun online programming we can use to financially educate our children at home.
Joe Lamberti, Vice President and General Sales Manager of Residential Lending at Rockland Trust, uses real numbers to explain how taking advantage of low interest rates might benefit you as a homeowner or as someone looking to buy a home. With more than 20 years in the mortgage business, Joe has a lot of experience in this industry and admits that 2020 presents its own unique set of challenges and opportunities. Take a listen to learn the facts and figures of refinancing.
Jacqueline Cooper, President/Executive Director for Financial Education Associates in Boston, has spent more than 20 years changing people’s lives through financial education counseling, coaching and classes and the resources mentioned in the podcast could open up wealth building possibilities that may seem out of reach. So huddle up because this coach just might give you the push you need to get in the game…the No Shame in this Money Game, that is!
Join me as I talk to Belinda Rosenblum, CPA and Money Strategist, who helps take the worry and fear out of money. She believes that when you take responsibility for your physical money (to “own it”), that you can create more impact, more profit, and more freedom in your life. She is also the author of "Self-Worth To Net Worth: 12 Keys to Creating Wealth Inside and Out" and has a great tracking sheet for our listeners at www.OwnYourMoney/track
Choosing a college can be overwhelming. Choosing a college in the year 2020 is unprecedented. As students and families look ahead to the fall and beyond, we break down some options available to students looking to pursue higher education during this difficult and uneasy time.
When you look up a synonym for the word "estate" you get the words castle and mansion. But you don't need to live in castle or own a mansion to have an "estate plan." In fact, an estate is just the collection of assets and belongings you accumulate during your lifetime and an estate plan is the plan you make while you are living that can save your loved ones lots of time, money and grief.
At Rockland Trust, each relationship matters and we recognize that your relationship with your money might need some love and attention right now. The first episode of the No Shame in this Money Game podcast makes some sense of these challenging economic times and leaves you with the know how and tools to seek answers to a few of the personal finance questions, regarding your investments, that may be keeping you up at night.
Welcome to the No Shame in this Money Game trailer where you will learn the ins and outs of personal finance through experts who aim to educate, not intimidate.