Next Level Money: Recent Episodes
Quinton Childs
As we personally ascend in the world of personal finance, we want to build community and grow together. By sharing our experiences surrounding personal finance, and hearing stories from others who are doing amazing things with their bags, Next Level Money podcast will get you to the next level with your money.
‘Mo money, ‘mo problems, right? Well… not always, but it’s highly likely that more money will cause more problems if you don’t jump on the money management train.
Q and Mahad talk about how maintaining money is a pillar of understanding how it works and setting yourself up for success. It’s not always about how you can make more money, it's about how you can keep it and multiply it.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why Q and Mahad are passionate at repeating fundamental money conversations for their communities
- Examples of money mishaps due to lack of financial education
- The power of reaching out and asking for help from people in your circle with expertise + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Millennials were told from birth that to be successful they needed to graduate high school and graduate from college with at least a bachelor's degree. But does that cultural narrative stand true in 2023?
Mahad and Q dive deep into if a university education is “worth it”, why school doesn’t fit the minority family and how you can break out of this system.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The difference between furthering education and going to college to become successful
- Why you need to think more critically about the ROI of a college education and if it’s really worth it for you
- How Q was pressured to go to college and if he ended up using his degree
- The public education to corporate America robot or prison pipeline + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Have you ever hit rock bottom? That’s where Miguel was in 2016 with ninety cents in his checking account, $0 in his savings account and credit card debt.
Fast forward and now Miguel is a successful entrepreneur in the marketing space with a net worth of over $1M.
Q, Mahad and Miguel chat all things failure, the real work it takes to become a successful entrepreneur and the lesson Miguel wants you to take away from this conversation.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Losing $80k to becoming a successful business owner
- The perspective shift Miguel needed to become a millionaire… and the one you need to make too
- Why mentors are important, how you can surround yourself with what you want in your life and outsourcing
- What it was like growing up surrounded by wealth, but not being able to participate in it + more
MIGUEL’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
In 2023, everything is based on reviews. Whether you’re eating at a new restaurant, getting your tires changed or hiring someone to fix your toilet. That’s just the truth.
Reviews can make or break your business and in this episode we’re shedding light on the reality of reviews and why you need to pay attention to the power they hold in this day and age.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why the customer isn’t always right
- The dangers of basing your opinion on someone else's experiences and critiques
- Why virtual community support is sometimes more impactful than your “in real life” networks
- How the golden rule can lead your business + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Sarah Wilson, or as she's known on the web, Budget Girl, joins the Next Level Money Podcast to discuss her personal finance journey, how she invests ethically in real estate and the power of taking things one bite at a time.
Sarah is arguably the OG of the Finfluencer YouTube arena. When she graduated with debt and lost her job, she began documenting, with impressive transparency, budgeting on a low income. After 9 years of content creation, she has been an inspiration for others behind her.
Now, Sarah has one million social media followers, has been featured in press nationally, and is a master of multiple streams of income with a net worth of over $250k and a burgeoning real estate portfolio.
If you’re ready to be inspired, don’t miss this episode!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How Sarah went from in debt and collecting unemployment to $250k+ net worth and a social media following of 1M+
- Ethical real estate investing, house hacking + transforming a vintage trailer into an Airbnb
- The importance of multiple streams of income and creative passive income streams over time (no overnight success here!)
- Giving while in debt, random acts of kindness, good karma + more
SARAH WILSON ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
- YouTube
- TikTok
- Website
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Aram Ghazaryan knew at 19 years old he wanted to be a wealthy entrepreneur. With that end-goal in mind, he reverse-engineered his way into the world of real estate.
Now, after just 6 years, he is beginning to collect doors, owning 14 units of real estate with the hopes of acquiring 30 in 2023.
Mahad, Q and Aram discuss how he has been able to build wealth in real estate and why it’s never too late to start.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Going for your dreams no matter what your background or origin
- Building a scalable business vs. acting as an independent agent and/or contractor
- The power of reverse engineering your career path to set you up for the most success and income possible
- Organic marketing, side hustling, consistency, networking + more
MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
- Built to Sell
ARAM GHAZARYAN SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
- YouTube
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Do you know what shoe box money is? If you do– you need to listen to this episode. Life is going to happen no matter what. That’s why you need to have a rainy day fund.
We talk about why you need an emergency fund, the safety and peace that comes with one of these funds and how to set one up yourself.
When it comes to personal finance, most things are, in fact, personal. But there are hard and fast rules when it comes to your money… and this is one of them.
In this episode, we chat about:
- How to open up a savings account in person and online
- The power of separation between your savings account and your spending money
- Why you need to budget to start saving money + tips on how to save money
- The dangers of carrying physical cash, why the FDIC is your safe guard, preparing for risk + more
MENTIONED IN EPISODE:
- Digit
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
After being in the credit game for so long, Mahad has seen and gone through some… things when it comes to people's credit.
Armed with that life and professional experience, he’s here to set the record straight on what credit is, why it is important to have a good credit score, how the world changes when you have a good credit score and what you can do to improve yours.
Don’t miss this episode if you have any questions when it comes to credit!
In this episode, we chat about:
- Different platforms to check your credit score + their validity
- What the 3 credit bureaus are and why they matter
- The difference between paid and free credit monitoring services
- Actionable steps to take to improve your credit
- How Mahad went from a credit score of 800 to 390 + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
One of the most contentious arguments in the personal finance space is how partnered folks should handle money.
In this episode, Q, Mahad and Shakira explain their stances when it comes to splitting finances in a coupled household and why they have their own views.
No matter what, remember: personal finance is personal and you should always do whatever works best for you and your family.
In this episode, we chat about:
- Pros and cons of splitting financial responsibilities in a coupled household
- The evolution of the Black female “boss era”
- Why finding a partner that believes in you AND pushes you is key + more
CONNECT WITH SHAKIRA ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Real estate investor and entrepreneur, Shakira Patterso, joins the Next Level Money podcast to discuss the power of networking and how it can change the trajectory of your career.
An avid Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE) enthusiast and real estate investor at the young age of 27 year-old, Shakira has felt the impacts of networking personally by discovering the Bigger Pockets community.
We talk about the pros and cons of industry connections, how to start intentionally making (and keeping) relationships and ascending along with your peers.
In this episode, we chat about:
- How networking can expand your day-to-day skills + challenge you to reach outside your comfort zone
- Why networking in your own circles is the perfect place to begin
- What FIRE is + Why Shakira is getting out of corporate as fast as possible
- The myth of the “self-made” entrepreneur + more
CONNECT WITH SHAKIRA ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
In this episode of Next Level Money, Mahad and Q do a deep dive into what it really means to be self employed.
At the end of the day, happiness is what matters and spending your time on earth in the way that fills your cup
They chat about the beginning stages of self employment, Irregular income, building up your base and being in entrepreneurship for the wrong reasons.
In this episode, we chat about:
- The reality of being an entrepreneur: ebbs and flows, low cash flow + building from the ground up
- Why there’s no “normalcy” in entrepreneurship + the art of solving problems even with a blueprint
- How luck is involved just as much as hard work is (Thanks, Lebron)
- Tips on powering through the inconsistent struggle + the good, the bad and the ugly of entrepreneurship
- The FIRST STEP you need to take as a new business owner/entrepreneur
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
If you’re a high-income earner struggling with your finances and living above your means, this episode is for you.
The reality is that mo’ money means mo’ problems (Thanks, Biggie) and you have to put respect on your dollar so that you respect yourself.
Stop foolin’ yourself with lavish lifestyles and pretending to be rich. Start making your money work for you.
In this episode, we chat about:
- Why having a plan for your money is what makes you rich vs. getting rich and then making plan for your money
- How powerful increasing your income is when combined with lowering your expenses
- Respecting your money, creating a budget and getting your financial house in order right now
- Getting our cars booted and getting tired of being stressed about money
- The trap of lavish lifestyles, spending money you don’t have and doing what everyone else perceives as “normal” + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
Next Level money is exactly how it sounds: going from where you are now to the next level, regardless of any past money mistakes. As we ascend, we want to build community and ascend together by sharing stories of our own as well as stories of others to better help educate the audience. Education is a core pillar of this podcast because the more you learn, the more you can earn and the sooner you can reach the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Listen, we’ve been there. You just lost your job, your business failed, you have no money. you’re wondering what in the world you’re going to do to survive the day-to-day.
Difficult times are, well, tough, but they don’t last forever and through failure, success and wisdom is typically born. Even when it comes to money.
Q and Mahad take you through client case studies on why emergency funds are a vital foundation for your personal finances and how they can give you room to breathe through life’s inevitable ebbs and flows.
If you’ve ever wondered how to save an emergency fund, this episode is for you.
In this episode, we chat about:
- How learning to prepare for emergencies can save you time, headache and money
- The importance of avoiding making financial decisions when you’re in an emotional state
- Why hardships and mistakes are an opportunities to learn, grow and become scrappy in your pursuit towards success
- Assessing your inner circle and editing the support system you find yourself in
- When you should start building your emergency fund, the dangers of keeping up with the Joneses, paying yourself first + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
As we personally ascend in the world of personal finance, we want to build community and grow together. By sharing our experiences surrounding personal finance, and hearing stories from others who are doing amazing things with their bags, Next Level Money podcast will get you to the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
Jordans, watches, jerseys, and chains (that turned your neck green?) – all dope, right? Nah - think again.
Episode one of Next Level Money podcast is all about examining the consumerist cycle that keeps us from investing in assets OVER liabilities.
Co-hosts Mahad and Q talk about what they used to spend their money on back in the day, how they’re mindset has changed over the years, and how you can start stackin’ cash instead of spending it!
In this episode, we chat about:
- Definitions of assets and liabilities + how culture affects these two terms
- How to avoid spending your hard-earned money on liabilities
- Stepping outside of your current environment and trying something new that benefits you
- The problem with trying to impress people with funds you don’t have, loving yourself and what having enough means
- What investing in yourself looks like + more
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
As we personally ascend in the world of personal finance, we want to build community and grow together. By sharing our experiences surrounding personal finance, and hearing stories from others who are doing amazing things with their bags, Next Level Money podcast will get you to the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing
When Netflix dropped the documentary Get Smart With Money, the personal finance world exploded.
Tiffany Aliche, Paula Pant, Mr. Money Mustache and Ro$$ Mac followed and coached couples in different money situations, with the goal of making their money mindset and financial lives better.
Mahad and Q chat about their biggest takeaways from the documentary, how personal finance is personal, bag fumblers (and what that is) and lifestyle inflation.
In this episode, we chat about:
- Thoughts and takeaways from Netflix’s new personal finance documentary Get Smart With Money
- Why you need to critically think about how much you’re paying for convenience and if it's worth it for you
- Emotional spending, pinpointing your triggers and budgeting in enjoyment
- The importance of inclusion and diversity in personal finance
- How to reduce food expenses by shopping your own pantry + more
MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
- https://www.instagram.com/thebudgetnista/
- https://www.mrmoneymustache.com
- https://www.instagram.com/paulapant/
- https://www.instagram.com/imrossmac/
- https://www.netflix.com/title/81312877
- https://getgoodwithmoney.com/
Q’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
MAHAD’S SOCIAL MEDIA:
- TikTok
SHOW INFORMATION:
As we personally ascend in the world of personal finance, we want to build community and grow together. By sharing our experiences surrounding personal finance, and hearing stories from others who are doing amazing things with their bags, Next Level Money podcast will get you to the next level with your money.
HOST BIOS:
QUINTON CHILDS:
Quinton (or Q as he’s called on the web) has a mission: to free himself and as many others financially as he possibly can.
Born in Chicago and raised in poverty, Q saw some pretty low lows, but the love that surrounded him was priceless. Raised by a single father of 3, who worked 2-3 jobs, Q was shown the grit necessary to succeed.
Q knew he didn't want to repeat the cycle of poverty for another generation. From 2016-2022, he paid off $33k of debt, becoming completely debt free. He was also able to save a fully-funded emergency fund, increase his credit score and close on his very first home! Armed with this new knowledge, Q began his YouTube channel and started this podcast.
As a husband and father of 2, Q spends his days with his family and teaching the masses financial literacy.
MAHAD MUHUDIN:
Mahad is the Founder & CEO of Helping Hands Financial, LLC. He has been in the financial industry for the last 12 years and is originally from Somalia.
Mahad comes from a single mother that raised 4 kids in the rough streets of Chicago. Like many in this position, she was a hard worker, but lacked financial education.
Mahad decided to turn his life around and dove into financial literacy. He learned all things finances, taxes, and credit.
Since that decision, Mahad has started successful businesses and built wealth. From this success, he then began helping others struggling with understanding how the money game worked.
Mahad’s goal is to educate as many people as possible about financial literacy, which is where this podcast comes in.
DISCLAIMER(S):
- This show may contain affiliate links or links from our advertisers where we earn a commission or direct payment.
- Opinions are the creators alone.
- Information shared on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice.
CREDITS:
- Audio Engineer + Editor: Garrett Davis
- Podcast Support + Artwork: Weir Digital Marketing