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Welcome back to the Personal Profitability Podcast! After a much longer than planned vacation that turned into a hiatus, we're back with a new, simpler format for the show. Tune in today to find out where I've been and what to expect as we get back into the groove with the podcast.

Future episodes will be more personal with more time one-on-one with me. That means fewer guests but a more in-depth look behind the scenes at my business, what I'm working on, and what's on my mind.

With a new tagline, personal finance for hustlers and entrepreneurs, I'm excited to get started with a new season at the Personal Profitability Podcast. Welcome back!

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey everyone, this week we're welcoming back Harlan Landes from The Plutus Foundation! If you missed Harlan's last visit here, make sure to check out our previous podcast together, recorded live at FinCon. But today, we're here to talk about The Plutus Foundation. Tune in to the podcast to learn how they're helping people get […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey profiteers! This week Sean Merron is back for his last episode of the month. We're diving into mastermind groups and we'll talk about our history with them. Masterminds have been a huge part of my online success and why I'm able to make six-figures while working from home. Listen to this episode to find […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey profiteers, in this episode we're back for week 3 with my Mastermind Hunt co-founder, Sean Merron. Today we’re here to talk about FIRE, or financial independence and retiring early. We touched upon this two weeks ago, so if you haven’t checked out that episode, go ahead and listen to that first. We'll talk about […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey profiteers, we're back with Sean Merron, co-founder of Mastermind Hunt. That's the app we co-founded together to help people find mastermind groups to join. If you missed the last episode with Sean, make sure you go back and listen to that first. Then come back here to listen to this podcast! This podcast will be […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Please welcome this month's guest, Sean Merron! Sean is not only a friend of mine, but we actually co-founded a company together called Mastermind Hunt. You may have heard me talking about Mastermind Hunt before, which is a platform that connects people together to run mastermind groups. Please check it out, and listen to this […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey Profiteers, welcome to the September 2018 income report! If you follow the Personal Profitability blog, you probably know that I publish an income report every month. Normally, we post a video to YouTube as well, but this month we're going to do something special and run this as part of the Personal Profitability podcast! […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today is the final episode with my very good friend, Sandy Smith. We're going to hear about her experience as a house flipper and a landlord…she has some really interesting stories for us! We'll hear about the time she had to kick a tenant out and almost lost the house to the city! If you […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Welcome back for episode 123! This is our third episode with Sandy Smith this month, and we're talking about something near and dear to my heart since I started blogging. Speaking of that, this month is the 10th anniversary of the Personal Profitability blog! On the podcast today, Sandy and I are talking about frugality, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey ladies and gents, we're back this week with Sandy Smith to talk about a great way to get profitable…building a product business online! Last week, we caught up with Sandy on what she's been up to since episode 51 (the last time she was here!). She became a parent and transitioned into working for […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This month’s guest is my good friend Sandy Smith. We finally sat down and recorded the next four episodes for you! She last joined us in March 2017. For today’s episode, we catch up on what she’s been up to lately in her business, side hustles, etc. In the next episodes, we’ll dive deeper into […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey everyone! This week, I'm in Orlando for FinCon, my biggest conference of the year. Something I give FinCon a lot of credit for is the ability to leave my day job and work for myself as a freelance writer! So we're taking a look back this week on another podcast from the vaults- that […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey everyone, we're back again with a podcast after taking last week off to celebrate Rosh Hashanah! Also, Yom Kippur is this week, which is a major Jewish holiday. It's the time of year to reflect on what happened in the past year, and think of ways to make the new year the best one […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week's podcast with Andrei Polgar started out as a video for YouTube, but we ran into some technical difficulties.  Since we had such a great chat, we are making it into a podcast instead so you don't miss out! After you listen in, don't forget to check out my Personal Profitability YouTube channel for […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This is the last of four podcasts in our month-long series with our good friend Martin Dasko! Recently, we co-hosted the Ignite event at the Podcast Movement in Philadelphia which was a ton of fun. Be sure to check out the Ignite website (linked below) for videos from the recent event. Now, onto the fun […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Ever thought about starting your own side hustle? We're back with Martin Dasko this week, and you won't want to miss our chat if you're brand new to side hustling. Whether you want to make a little extra money on the side, or if you dream of taking a new side hustle full-time, you'll want […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week, we are continuing our chat about travel with Martin Dasko! Last week, we discussed some great budget travel tips. But if you're ready to splurge a little, you'll want to hear this week's Personal Profitability podcast about planning your dream vacation. In the next two weeks, Martin and I will be giving you […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.A warm welcome to our surprise guest for the next four episodes, Martin Dasko! We met up recently at the Podcast Movement conference in Philadelphia. Now that we've recovered from the awesome trip out there, we're back with a new podcast today! If you love to travel, you'll want to tune in for this month-long […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.On today's podcast, we're talking about getting out of debt with Ericka Young. Expect an announcement on the latest co-host guest next week! But for today, we are doing a good old-fashioned interview for our podcast! What We’re Chatting About This Week Welcome to episode 113, where our guest today is Ericka Young! Ericka's story […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Don't let this topic title deter you – today's episode (Whitney's last – for now!) is all about what entrepreneurs, business owners, wannabe (or soon to be!) business owners, and side hustlers need to know about accounting. From business income to expenses, we cover it all on the latest episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Welcome to episode 111, how to get paid for work online. If you're an online entrepreneur, you know how difficult it can sometimes be to get paid online! That's why, in episode 111 with my friend Whitney, we talk about the best ways to make sure you get paid online! What We’re Chatting About This […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Welcome to episode 110, 5 first steps for new entrepreneurs! We're in our second episode of a four week series, where I interview one person on various topics for a month. Does this sound confusing? It's not, I promise! Also, I will still be featuring all of your favorite content on personal finance and entrepreneurship, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Welcome to episode 109, 5 Core Skills to Conquer Your Money! Does this look like a different title to you? Are you confused about who the guest is this week? Changes are coming to the Personal Profitability Podcast, but I promise they're great changes! Don't worry, I will still be featuring all of your favorite […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today's guest is a well-known personal finance expert, television and radio personality. She's the author of 12 books, including the New York Times bestseller Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom. I'm talking with Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, and in this episode, she gives us a ton of smart money tips to help you achieve your own […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey everyone, welcome to the latest Personal Profitability episode! I'm chatting with Andy Hill about money, side hustles, blogging and so much more – you won't want to miss this one. Did you also know I record personal finance videos every Friday? I promise, they are not boring talking-head videos – they're two minutes of […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey there Profiteers! Today's episode is all about real estate, so take what you thought you know and put it to the side while you listen to this week's episode! That's right, in this episode with Chris Prefontaine, we're talking how much money you need to get started with real estate (probably less than you […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey there Profiteers! I've got a great episode for you today, something we don't hear of too often. What happens when the industry you've chosen as “yours”, the one to be part of your personal profitability, tanks? How do you rebuild? I talk about that and more in this episode with Matt Theriault. I have […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week's guest is sure to blow your mind – in addition to being a successful entrepreneur, he's also a world traveler, started his own clothing company (hint: under your clothes!), and he's an author on dating + investing. Spencer Chambers is my guest this week, and stick around to hear his tips on being a […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.If you're a creative, small business owner, you probably wanted to start your own business because you believed in your passion. You probably knew that hard work + your passion and talent would take you far – and you're not wrong. However, many small business owners I've met worry about their accounting and small biz […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today's guest, Jen Hemphill, is a podcaster and author who focuses on finances and financial knowledge, specifically for women. In addition to being a military spouse and a bilingual Latina, Jen is passionate about helping women (and men) get their finances in line with their dreams. Take a listen to this week's episode below! What […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Have you ever heard of financial advisors? You may think that financial advisors are only for the wealthy, but they're not! In this week's episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast, I talk with Michael Anderson, a financial planner with the XY Planning Network about financial planning, money lessons, and more. Also, don't forget about the […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Hey everyone, welcome to episode 100! It's the 100th episode spectacual – and I have a BIG announcement (you might even notice it before I say it!) plus some other things to share. Getting to episode 100 is so exciting and humbling, and while this episode isn't very long, I want to share two of […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Wow, have I got the episode for you today! Have you ever read an article by Kristin Wong? You probably have, you just don't know it! Kristin is a popular personal finance writer and has written for Lifehacker and the New York Times. In this episode, we'll chat about her new book, personal finance, and […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today's guest really exemplifies living the personal profitability lifestyle. Carl Gould started three, million dollar plus businesses – all before the age of 40. I didn't make a mistake, either – Carl really did create his own personal profitability to the tune of millions, and in this episode he shares his story with us. Also, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Are you worried you're saving enough for retirement, but you're not quite sure what you should focus on? Don't let analysis lead to paralysis – take a listen to this week's podcast episode with retirement pro Chris Costello. Plus, a challenge for all listeners at the end of the episode! What We’re Chatting About This […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Corey King is the founder of PODERR, a professional podcast production service and The Ohio Weather Band, an Americana rock and roll outfit from Akron, OH. If you ever wondered how your favorite podcast hosts (including me!) sound so smooth and seamless – it's probably because of someone like Corey King. The magic behind podcast […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Thor Conklin is a serial entrepreneur with years of experience founding multiple successful businesses. Drawing on his extensive experience, he now helps entrepreneurs around the world build and launch their own successful businesses. If you want to learn about business from an experienced business coach, dive into this episode with Thor Conklin. What We’re Chatting About This […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Young people used to be able to walk into a restaurant or retail store and easily get a job, but Scott Bennett found that wasn't the case with his kids. Getting a job today is not as easy as it used to be. So Scott created a solution for his kids and a huge number […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Mike Trotzke is CEO of Cheddar, and has run multipole successful businesses in the past. I loved his story and it even inspired me! Learn how Mike went through multiple businesses and solved his own problem with the founding of Cheddar. Learn more in this week's episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. What We’re Chatting […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Tom Sylvester is a serial entrepreneur. He runs multiple successful businesses including a brick and mortar liquor store! Learn how he made his way out of the rat race and into the world of self-employment in today's episode. What We’re Chatting About This Week Do you ever have one of those moments where you meet […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Many people wonder how you can start investing in real estate when you don't have six-figures in savings for a down payment. Well Whitney Nicely didn't have big savings, but she did find a way to follow her real estate investing dreams. Join me in welcoming Whitney Nicely, real estate investor extraordinare, to this week's […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Chris Jones has a far more traditional background in writing than I do, which makes him a fun, interesting, and educational guest for today's episode. If you want to write for a living, this interview with Chris Jones is a must listen. What We’re Chatting About This Week I often talk about how people can […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jason Steele is one of the most prolific credit card journalists in the world, and hosts an annual credit card conference alongside the annual FinCon event. Today we talk about credit cards, maximizing your returns, and getting free and cheap travel with smart credit card use. What We’re Chatting About This Week Hey everyone, can […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today's guest has sat on both sides of the investment table. Warren Hogarth has experience as a venture capitalist at Sequoia Capital, a major Silicon Valley investment firm, and now as founder of personal finance app Empower. We get into investments and finance in this fun episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. What We’re Chatting […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jess Perez became an international supermodel in her quest for a great paycheck and world travel, but found that getting paid in the modeling and fashion industry is not easy or straightforward. To solve the problem, she put on her CEO hat and founded Tycoon, an app for models and other freelance and contract workers […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we welcome Debbie Drum, a multiple time entrepreneur who wrote the book on reading better and faster at the same time. Her goal is to help entrepreneurs like you get more done in less time, and speed reading is just scratching the surface. Join me as I talk to Debbie Drum about speed […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Tim and Amy Rutherford left the world of lavish behind and now use their money to live life on their own terms. Learn how this couple went from big bills to big savings, and help others follow in their footsteps of using your money to live the life you want. What We’re Chatting About This […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.In school, I remember doing Myers-Briggs personality tests. I found myself to be an ENTJ according to the test, or extrovert, intuition, thinking, judging personality type. But little did I connect my ENTJ results with my business acumen and personal finance success. Today's guest, Catherine Treme, is an expert in connecting your personality type with […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Dr. Minette Riordan started her career with a great education, and has since founded multiple businesses. Learn from this serial entrepreneur as we talk about making money as a creative entrepreneur, and mastering your money as more and more dollars flow in the door. All this and more in this week's episode of the Personal […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jamila Souffrant wasn't always good with money, but she took the time and effort to become a certified expert. Join us in this episode as we talk about some of the most important financial habits and money moves you can make to reach your best level of financial success. What We’re Chatting About This Week […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.In the early hours of Tuesday morning last week, a neighbor knocked on my door, waking my family from a sound sleep. When I opened the door, he told me that we may have to pack up and evacuate for a fire. Stepping out into my driveway, I could see a hillside awash in flames. […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.MoneyLion is a new and popular personal finance app designed to help you consolidate and get out of debt, improve savings, and maximize your investments. Today we sit down with Chief Marketing Officer Tim Hong, and MIT and Stanford grad who has spent more than two years trying to help you with your money at […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we welcome guest Andrea Klunder, who I met at Podcast Movement in Anaheim earlier this year. She's also a podcaster and entrepreneur at The Creative Imposter. Join us as we learn from this serial entrepreneur in this week's episode. What We’re Chatting About This Week Today's podcast interview came about in a pretty interesting […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.If you want world-class advice on investing, there is no better place to go than an investment professional, and that's who we have on the show today. Please join me in welcoming guest Christine Russell, Senior Manager of Retirement and Annuities at TD Ameritrade. After running her own business, she joined up at TD Ameritrade […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Garrett Gunderson is a best-selling author and the man behind Wealth Factory, a business designed to help entrepreneurs optimize their personal and business finances to reach the best possible success. If you love keeping it profitable, you will love this chat with Garrett Gunderson. What We’re Chatting About This Week We start our chat discussing […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.There's little I love more than a good “I quit my job” story, and today's comes from my friend Chenell Tull. I met Chenell at FinCon a couple of years back, and excitedly watched from the sidelines as she turned her side hustle into a full-time income. Like me, it all started with a personal […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Whitney Hansen has a background in accounting, but it takes more than just knowing about money to succeed in personal finance. In this week's episode, we talk about taking action around your money on the path to profitability. What We’re Chatting About This Week This week's guest Whitney Hansen has always been interested in money, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Dennis Langlais started his career as a pro BMX cyclist. After a great run as a profession athlete, Dennis has his sights set on building a sustainable business leveraging his knowledge of events and marketing from his BMX days. Learn how he looked to his past skills and experience to find a path to a […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Stefanie LaHart leveraged her expertise in social media to build a new hustle. As the founder of Boomtown Marketing, Stefanie gives clients personal service to help with all sides of digital marketing. She has worked with over 150 clients on 250+ projects. Get expert advice on branding and growing your hustle, business, or personal brand […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Nick Loper is founder of Side Hustle Nation, a growing online community of entrepreneurial minded individuals looking to boost their income with a side hustle. Long-time listeners know that this blog, podcast, and my own six-figure income all started as side hustles, so I am thrilled to invite Nick onto the show, recorded live at […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Buck Joffrey is surgeon turned investor. After spending years becoming a brain surgeon, Buck found that he could do a heck of a lot better with his finances as an investor. Now focused on healing people's finances instead of their brains, Buck is here to share his tips and secrets to maximize your personal finances […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we welcome guest Matthew Helderman from Buffalo 8 Productions and BondIt Media Capital. His unique background allowed him to create multiple successful businesses that raise money for Hollywood productions. His exciting and interesting career combines money and entertaining, and this interview offers many valuable lessons we can apply to our own businesses. What We’re […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jim Wang built personal finance blog Bargaineering as a side hustle, and eventually sold the site for seven figures. This “Godfather of Personal Finance Blogging” is at it again with several new projects. Get the whole story in this week's episode. What We’re Chatting About This Week Jim Wang founded his site around the same […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Dave Chesson started his side hustle while in the military, and grew his online empire from the first dollar to a full-time income. He now supports his family through a combination of niche websites, Kindle books, and his new venture, The Kindleprenuer. Learn how you can make a killing with the Kindle in this week's […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Many people dream of leaving their full-time job for self-employment, but few take the steps to make it happen. That's not the case for this week's guest Erica Mandy. Erica spent years building a career in broadcast news, moving around the country and finally landing in one of the world's biggest TV markets: the coveted […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.When you think of mobile homes, the first word that comes to mind is probably not profit, but that's exactly how Jefferson Lilly looks at the world of trailer parks and mobile homes. With years of experience, Jefferson has learned how to spot smart, relatively low-risk investment opportunities across the nation that don't require tens […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Where I live, $40,000 doesn't even come close to a down payment. But Clayton Morris learned early in his career that real estate investing doesn't require millions of dollars, or even six figures. Clayton found that there are many parts of the country where $40,000 is enough to buy a home in cash. After a […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Todd Tresidder is the man behind The Financial Mentor and has decades of experience coaching average people on how to improve and best manage their finances. If you want to learn more about investing and managing your hard earned dollars, tune into this week's amazing episode with The Financial Mentor. What We’re Chatting About This […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Brad Finkeldei wasn't always known as “The Rubber Chicken Guy,” but he has taken on this goofy nickname as part of his goal to help others overcome fears that are holding them back from success in personal finance, work, relationships, and life in general. Find how how he got his nickname and how he transformed […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Founder of The College Investor, Robert Farrington is a noteworthy, influential blogger in the personal finance space with a six-figure online income. But he does this all on top of a full-time day job as a manager at a major retail store. When he's out of the office, he's working hard at his home office […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we welcome guest Jocelyn Paonita, one of the web's best experts in scholarships and paying for college and founder of The Scholarship System. With a big debate raging about how to pay for college and manage student loans, one of the best options is to just get someone else to pay for it. […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we talk mortgages and early retirement on the Personal Profitability Podcast. The episode kicks off with a discussion of down payments and mortgage approval before we jump into a conversation with Chris Reining, someone who was so successful with personal finance, mortgages, and investing that he was able to retire at 37 years old. […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Welcome to the new format of the Personal Profitability Podcast! This week we welcome guest Grant Baldwin, a successful public speaker and the man behind Booked & Paid to Speak, a course and community dedicated to graduating you from dreaming about earning income as a speaker to a bona fide professional. Today we dig into […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.The Personal Profitability Podcast has come out twice a month since it's inception, but starting in July you can expect a fun new format! I'm bringing on new music and a shorter intro, adding a reader question or topic of the week, and shortening the interviews so you can get through episodes a little faster. […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jordan Goodman has a long history with personal finance, and his mind contains a treasure trove of knowledge on all things finance. In this episode, we talk early mortgage payoff, investing, and a heck of a lot more. You can learn a lot from Jordan, also known as “The Money Answers Man”, which is why […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Alex Barker and I are kindred spirits. We both love the side hustle! Alex maintains a full-time job and works on a variety of online projects. While he is busy working on the day job, he has a team of workers around the world keeping his online brands updated with fresh content. Learn how he […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Eva Baker started her blog as a high school project, and it blossomed into a cool brand around teen entrepreneurship. Teens Got Sense is now a well known, excellent resource for young people looking to break into entrepreneurship. It has grown to include an annual Teenprenuer conference and many amazing opportunities for Eva. Learn how […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Shannon McLay started her career as a traditional Wall Street investment banker. Eventually she realized she could do a lot more to help her clients and left her high paying career to start The Financial Gym, a financial advising business with a very unique twist. Learn how she and her team of financial trainers help […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Josh Elledge has a long and interesting career that has included founding two successful online ventures. At SavingsAngel he helps people with money. At UpendPR, he helps entrepreneurs manage their reputation and gain free press. Learn some PR secrets and Josh's colorful history in this week's episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. Resources FinCon Podcast […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Elle Martinez realized that couples often have difficulties dealing with money. Rather than just solve her own problems, Elle started Couple Money, a blog and podcast focused on helping couples manage their bank accounts, investments, and everything in between. Learned how she turned this into a full-time job she loves in this week's episode of the […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Phillip “PT” Taylor is the man behind popular personal finance blog PT Money, but he is arguably better known as the founder of FinCon, the annual conference for personal finance media. FinCon has completely changed my life, and I would not have the amazing lifestyle I enjoy today if it were not for my good […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.If you look up hustle in the dictionary, you won't find a picture of Sandy Smith. But you probably should. From personal finance blogging to creating physical products she sells on Amazon, Sandy knows how to hustle and is on the countdown to leave her day job for full-time self-employment. Learn how she's planning to […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Nate Bills used to have a regular day job, but through a combination of luck and hustle built an income to support his family with FBA, or Fullfillment by Amazon. Nate creates his own products under his own brand that he sells on Amazon.com, and he can manage the entire business working from home. He […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Steve Stewart began his self-employed career as a financial coach, but over time and with the influence of trusted colleagues in his mastermind group, Steve shifted his focus to his love of podcasting, and the rest is history. Steve is now a full-time podcast editor and loves his job every single day. Learn more about […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Adam didn't want to do the traditional 9-5 lifestyle, so he opened a gym in Portland, Oregon. But this wasn't just any gym, it was a green microgym. He has since closed the gym and now focuses on taking his green gym equipment nationwide as a full-time, work-from-home entrepreneur. Resources Mentioned Fiverr Total Body Turnaround […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Paul Kortman didn't want to live like everyone else, so he found a way to make it work. As an online entrepreneur, Paul and his family live in an RV traveling around Mexico. He has come so far with his business that he rarely works more than four hours per day and can work literally […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jana is an avid reader and blogger, and has had her share of online business adventures. Over time, however, she found that she was into more than making money online. She does it for the community and connections and loves every minute. With or without profit, she's happy to be online. Learn about her blogs, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.One of the worst personal finance fails is being charged a fee for a service you don't use. Even though we don't want to pay for that type of service, millions of us are charged by all sorts of services without thinking twice. That is why Thomas Smyth founded Trim. A service that helps you […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Tom didn't want to go with a traditional Wall Street path after learning about the crazy hours, so he started a book writing and publishing business. He has since written more than 25 books on a variety of topics, and shares what he learned along the way and how you can turn your passion into […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.David Rubenstein started his career as a big firm lawyer, but decided that life wasn't for him. He now works for himself and also runs a credit and credit card forum thanks to a longtime love for personal finance. Learn how he escaped the 9-5 life and got started with his credit forums side hustle in […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Katie Hornor always knew she wanted to live abroad, and used her online business savvy to find a way to make it work. In this episode, learn how Katie and her husband run an online business, work as church missionaries, and travel the world while living in a 250 year old historic property near a […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Coming to you live from #FinCon16 in San Diego, I sit down outside with Joe Saul-Sehy and Kathleen Celmins from Stacking Benjamins to discuss the ups and downs of working together compared to working alone. How did it all turn out and where are they today? Find out in this week's episode of the Personal […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.At big corporations, most employees get an annual review and a semi-annual review. But now that I work for myself, I can give myself a review whenever I want! Check in on how I'm doing full-time and what I'm working on in this episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. Resources Mentioned QuickBooks Become a Patreon […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Eric Nisall's first job was at McDonald's. He has come a long way to running his own accounting business full-time. Learn how he went from flipping burgers to crunching numbers in this week's episode. Resources Mentioned AccountLancer EricNissal.com Eric Nisall on Twitter

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Whether you are living under a mountain of debt or completely debt free, making good spending choices is important. If you struggle to prioritize or feel like you're having trouble making ends meet, take the challenge at the end of this episode to get on track to reach your goals! Resources Mentioned Save Big on […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Last week at the Podcast Movement conference I was sitting with online income experts Michelle Jackson, Miranda Marquit, and Philip Taylor discussing side hustles and online income. Then Kevin Smith, yes, that Kevin Smith, dropped in to join us. Enjoy this live recording with personal finance experts and Silent Bob himself this week on the […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.British blogger Adam Piplica left his job as a marketing analyst to pursue blogging full-time, but then decided to go back into the full-time working world as a certified financial planner to really make a difference in people's lives. Hear how it all happened in this week's episode. Resources Mentioned Magical Penny Adam Piplica on […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jason Vitug started with a traditional career path in Silicon Valley, but walked away from it all to found Phroogal, a website dedicated to answering people's questions about financial literacy. His projects have grown to include an annual Financial Literacy Road Trip and a brand new book. Find out more in this week's episode of […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Matt Giovanisci never went to college, but he schools most of us when it comes to starting an online community. The internet's foremost expert on swimming pools tells us how he makes a mostly passive living from one site, and how he is trying to replicate his success through experimentation. Resources Mentioned Swim University Roasty […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Leaving a big employer to start on a path of self-employment looks glamorous, but there are many aspects of leaving a job that you don't get to see until you make the plunge. Here is an inside look at my experience in my first month as a full-time online entrepreneur, and answers to some common […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Debt sucks! The payments can cripple your ability to buy a home, travel, or even pay for the basics like rent and groceries. If you want to dig out of that giant pile of debt, start with this list of major to-dos, including creating a debt snowball payoff plan. Resources Mentioned My Debt, How I'm […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.You may have noticed today's episode is shorter than usual. Listen or read on to see why, and what you should do when you are done listening this week on the Personal Profitability Podcast. Full Transcript Eric Rosenberg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages. Welcome back to the Personal Profitability Podcast. […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we welcome special guest Paula Pant from Afford Anything. We discuss real estate investing, running an Airbnb, favorite travel destinations, and more in this episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. Resources Mentioned: Afford Anything Paula on Twitter Paula on Facebook Bigger Pockets Full Transcript Eric Rosenberg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week I have some huge news to share. I am going full-time online, and we are packing up camp here in Portland to move down to Southern California! Get the entire story of how I got here, why we're going, and what's next in this episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. Resources Mentioned Ultimate […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Jacob Wade came into $100,000 at a young age thanks to a series of unfortunate events. The next unfortunate event was how he blew through that money without any budget or long-term plan. Hear how he did it and what he learned about budgets in this episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. Resources Mentioned I […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Longtime listeners know the welcoming voice of LaTisha Styles from the start of the podcast. This week, she joined us for a real live interview! LaTisha Styles quit her “career” job and started a great new career online, and she shares how she did it in episode 27. Resources Mentioned: LaTisha Styles Young Finances 5 […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.As we dive deeper into the new year, it is important to take a look back at last year to examine what worked well, what didn't, and what trends we are seeing around the web that can help us grow and thrive in the new year. Resources Mentioned Google Analytics Jetpack Quickbooks Wave Accounting Backlinko […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.For the 1st anniversary show, we welcome one of the “Godfathers of Personal Finance Blogging,” Get Rich Slowly founder JD Roth! We get into Star Wars, living in an RV, and turning a website into a full-time income. Resources Mentioned MarketPlace Money I Will Teach You to Be Rich Mr. Money Moustache Zenhabits Money Boss […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week I am excited to introduce you to guest Joe Udo, a fellow Portland resident who followed his dream and left his full-time job before his 40th birthday. Learn how he did it in this week's episode. Resources Mentioned Retire by 40 Joe on Twitter Full Transcript Eric Rosenberg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week I go solo and tell you about the most important features for any business website. If you are trying to start earning income on the side, or are a long time veteran looking to earn more, make sure you are following these tips to earn more and increase your online conversions. Resources Mentioned […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week I welcome Cole and Elizabeth, the Switchback Kids, who are on the trip of a lifetime visiting all 59 United States National Parks in one year. Learn how they came up with the idea, and are paying for it, in this week's episode. Resources Mentioned Switchback Kids Blog National Park Service Full Transcript Eric […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we welcome my friend Suzan Bond, a self-employed entrepreneur with a history of work in the tech boom, moving across the country without knowing a single person, five layoffs, and multiple successful businesses. Resources Mentioned SuzanBond.com Suzan on Twitter The Complete Beginner Guide to Freelancing Full Transcript Eric Rosenberg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today I introduce listeners to the 13th month income challenge. Imagine what your financial situation would look like if you got a raise of more than 10% next year. Don't wait for your employer. Give yourself a raise with the 13th month challenge! Resources Mentioned 13th Month Income Challenge blog post Personal Profitability Private Facebook […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we have a special episode recorded live at FinCon in Charlotte, North Carolina. I am excited to welcome superstar guests Pat Flynn from Smart Passive Income and Harlan Luke Landes from Consumerism Commentary. My good friend and former guest Jeff Fruhwirth from Sustainable Life Blog joined us as we talked business, budgeting, social media, […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we take a deep look into the stock market. Where it came from, how it developed, and how it works today. Learn how to open your first investment account and trade stocks for free. Resources Mentioned How the Stock Market Works Loyal3 – Trade stocks for free! Full Transcript Eric Rosenberg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we welcome guest Deacon Hayes, a personal finance blogger who budgeted his way out of $52,000 in debt in 18 months. Learn how he cut expenses, earned more on the side, and became a full-time online entrepreneur. Resources Well Kept Wallet The Complete Beginner Guide to Budgeting Personal Capital Mint and Mint Alternatives Transcription […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week, we welcome guest Jack Nadel. Jack Nadel is a 91 year old entrepreneur with 70 years of business success. In our interview, we talk about how Jack started his first business on the heels of World War II with no college education, and took advantage of market opportunities to create a multi-million global […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week, I invite guest Miranda Marquit, the foremost expert on freelancing in the personal finance community. Miranda has no background in finance, but leveraged her work ethic and networking skills to become one of the most prolific and visible freelance writes on finance topics. And she makes over $100,000 per year doing it. Resources […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today I take the the mic solo to walk you through how to get started in freelancing and how I started myself. Learn how I went from $0 to $30,000 per year in this episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. Resources Mentioned The Complete Beginner Guide to Freelancing Freelancers Union Problogger Job Board Media […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we welcome entrepreneur, hustler, and professional wrestler Martin Dasko. Martin started earning money at the ripe age of 11, and has never slowed down. Learn how he makes his living (and has fun) writing, traveling, and competing in the squared circle. Resources Mentioned Studenomics Is It Worth Driving For Uber? My Taxi Driver Confessions […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we welcome guest Lee Huffman. Lee is a banker, real estate investor, and travel hacker who knows how to hustle, and shares his experiences and wisdom earning big on the side. Resources Mentioned Bald Thoughts Bald Finance The Complete Beginner Guide to Travel Hacking Related Topics Bald Thoughts: April App Party Bald Thoughts: […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week we turn around the tables and I am the one getting interviewed! Welcome guest host Jeff Fruhwirth as he interviews me about topics I am passioniate about including how I got started blogging, the name change to Personal Profitability, how to get started freelancing, how to start travel hacking, and a secret glimpse […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week an anonymous reader asked about how to best pay off her student loan debt. My response is useful for anyone looking to knock out debt quickly. If you have student loans, this is a must listen. Student Loans Resources Mentioned Paid Off My Student Loans Debt Snowball Republic Wireless Full Transcription Eric Rosenberg: […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week I am thrilled to bring on guest Kathleen Celmins, owner of Frugal Portland, For Profit Blogging, personal finance influencer, and partner at several other big online properties. Resources Mentioned Frugal Portland For Profit Blogging Financial Samurai Stacking Benjamins Ultimate Beginner Guide to Travel Hacking Mr. Money Mustache Related Concepts Sell Your Old Place […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today, reader Amir sent in a question by email. He asked about what happens when a company he owns stock in is acquired, and he is left with a fractional share. Hello my friend. I am new in the stock market my question is: we assume I am the owner 1 share of company B […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.In this episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast, we welcome guest Jeffrey Trull, an online writer who started his career with an engineering education, got a non-profit job, left to freelance full time, and recent went back to a full-time employer. Get his entire story, filled with lots of useful information, in this week's episode. […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today Carrie in Seattle asks us how to handle her retirement contributions when self-employed. Lucky for her, there are retirement accounts just for self employed individuals. Concepts Discussed Rollover IRA from an old 401(k) How to Save for Retirement if Your Company Doesn't Offer a 401(k) How to Start an IRA (or a Roth IRA) […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today we welcome guest Melanie Lockert, a self-employed freelancer who quit her job in a non-profit to work for herself. She also happens to be one of our writers here at Personal Profitability. Melanie began her career with plenty of student debt after attending college in California and graduate school at NYU in New York […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Today reader Jeremy asked a tax question about IRAs and tax refunds. When you make Traditional IRA contributions, you can deduct that amount from your income and pay less in taxes. Jeremy asked if you can use your refund to make an IRA contribution, file an amended tax return, and get a second refund. For […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.This week I welcome our first guest, my very good friend Jeff Fruhwirth of Sustainable Life Blog, 2013 Best Sustainability Personal Finance Blog at the personal finance blogging awards – The Plutus Awards. In this episode, Jeff shares his insights and experiences making money online with his six niche sites, his online services, and how […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Thanks to listener Erin for asking our first audio question for episode two of the Personal Profitability Podcast. She asks if she should pay off her student loans first before she starts saving for retirement. Concepts Discussed Student Debt Payoff Celebration Post What Does Your Credit Score Mean? Getting Started With Your Employer 401(k) Automated Debt […]

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Thank you for reading this article, which comes to you originally from Personal Profitability.Welcome to the first episode of the Personal Profitability Podcast. I am you host Eric Rosenberg. I have been planning this launch for nearly a year, and I'm thrilled to bring you the first episode. This episode lays out the framework of the Personal Profitability Project, the new concept this site is all about. Here we […]

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