Best Debt Free Budgeting Course Podcasts (2025)

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89 II The Home Equity Trap - Learn Why Borrowing To Pay Off Debt Could Sink Your Finances 18:31

21h ago18:31

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SHOW NOTES: Borrowing against your home to pay off credit card debt sounds like a good idea – until it isn't. The key to true financial freedom isn’t wiping out debt, but changing the habits and systems that created it in the first place. Friend, if you’re considering using home equity to pay off credit cards, ask yourself: What happens if this doe…

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2300 FBF: Paula White: Donald Trump's Faith Advisor on the President's Deep Faith 27:46

4d ago27:46

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This Flashback Friday was published last June 17, 2020 on YouTube. Pastor Paula White shares what it is like to advise Donald Trump on faith and explains the President's surprising deep faith that she discovered while working with him for 19 years. Paula gives viewers some advice on how to think about what’s occurring in our world, and to reckon wi…

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2299: Market Reality Check: Housing Trends & Investing Insights, Mortgage Rates, Construction Costs & the Rental Opportunity 24:14

6d ago24:14

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Jason shared the sad news of the passing of his beloved dog, Coco, and discussed the current state of the housing market, highlighting the impact of rising mortgage rates and the challenges faced by the construction industry. He discusses the "perfect storm" impacting real estate: spiking mortgage rates, rising construction costs, labor shortages, …

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88 II Why 2-Line Budget Beats Traditional Budgeting: A Simpler, Smarter Way to Manage Your Money 24:31

8d ago24:31

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SHOW NOTES: Imagine trying to navigate a maze with a map that’s 50 pages long—overwhelming, right? That’s how traditional budgeting can feel: complex, time-consuming, and often discouraging. But what if you could manage your money with just two simple lines? The 2-Line Budget—a revolutionary approach that strips away the clutter and gives you a sma…

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2298 FBF: How Income Inequality Can Be Good for Society with Libertarian Legal Scholar Richard Epstein Professor at NYU School of Law 1:23:56

11d ago1:23:56

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 312 published last April 10, 2013. Professor Richard Epstein, pioneering Libertarian legal scholar, joins Jason Hartman to explain how income inequality is good for society, but is very dependent on the methods used to produce the best outcome. The current methods our government are attempting to use are causin…

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2297: Housing Market Insights: Navigating a Shifting Landscape of Prices and Affordability and Evolving Buyer Behavior in a Changing Market 28:30

15d ago28:30

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Jason announced changes to the podcast schedule and discussed economic trends, particularly in the housing market. He emphasized the importance of adapting to market realities and taking calculated risks in real estate investment. He also covered various aspects of the current economic landscape, including inflation's impact on housing, mortgage ma…

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87 II The Truth about Budgeting: How to Take Control of Your Money and Stop the Chaos for Busy Moms 20:13

15d ago20:13

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SHOW NOTES: Budgeting can feel like a mentally draining and time-consuming task for busy moms for a variety of reasons. Firstly, the mental load of managing money on top of all the other responsibilities can be exhausting. With so much on their plates already, adding budgeting to the mix can feel like one more thing to worry about. Learn in this ep…

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2296 FBF: Geopolitical Outlook & Income Property Investing with Bud Conrad Author and Chief Economist of Casey Research 1:05:20

18d ago1:05:20

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 301, published last February 21, 2013. Jason Hartman interviews Bud Conrad, Chief Economist of Casey Research, regarding the geopolitical focal points in our world, funneling these down to how it all affects the United States. Bud mentions the importance of looking at the big picture of what is happening in the…

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2295 Index Insights with Rahul Sen Sharma: Trade, Tariffs, and Market Outlook 24:45

20d ago24:45

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Jason and Rahul Sen Sharma, an expert on indexes from Index (INDXX), discuss global economic shifts, trade wars, and the stock market. His company tracks over $20 billion in index-based assets, aiding companies in creating indexes, ETFs, and funds. He emphasizes focusing on long-term macro trends over daily market noise, highlighting "re-globalizat…

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86 II What to Do When Facing Collections - Learn Important Steps to Prevent Bankruptcy 24:27

21d ago24:27

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SHOW NOTES: Debts end up in collections when people consistently miss payments or default on their loans. This can happen for various reasons, such as financial hardship, unexpected expenses, or simply poor financial management. Once a debt is sent to collections, the collection agency will attempt to contact the borrower to arrange for repayment. …

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2294: Invest in Hard Assets Now! Mike Maloney on Monetary Policy, Stock Market Craziness, and Modern Monetary Theory 24:15

22d ago24:15

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Fresh from Empowered Investor Live in Irvine, CA, Jason welcomes Mike Maloney, author and monetary policy expert from goldsilver.com, as they discuss the current "scary craziness" in the stock market, drawing parallels to the 1987 crash while noting increased public exposure to stocks. He critiques the fiat currency system, explaining how bank lend…

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2293 FBF: CW 289: Currency Collapse, Gold & Silver Markets, and Debt with Max Keiser from ‘The Oracle with Max Keiser’ on BBC World News 26:46

25d ago26:46

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 289, published last December 18, 2012. Coming to us from London, Max Keiser joins Jason Hartman for a fast-paced interview about what is going on in our world with GDP, the debt ceiling and debt loads, gold and silver markets, and currency collapse. Max is the host of “The Oracle with Max Keiser” for BBC World …

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2292: The Multi-Dimensional Nature of Real Estate Investing and Understanding Macro vs. Micro Real Estate Markets- How to Choose Winning Properties 43:17

27d ago43:17

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Jason Hartman explains the multidimensional aspects of real estate investing, including income, depreciation, equity, appreciation, and leverage. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both macro and micro markets when selecting properties. The podcast covers topics like interest rates, rental market trends, and adapting to changing market c…

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85 II Say NO to Eviction: 5 Easy Steps You Can Take Today to Save Money and Stay at Your Home 25:21

28d ago25:21

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SHOW NOTES: Are you feeling the pressure of rent due dates creeping up? In this episode, I break down five simple steps you can take right now to cut expenses, stretch your budget, and avoid the risk of eviction. Whether you’re behind on rent or just looking to stay ahead financially, these strategies will help you gain control and keep a roof over…

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2291: Inside Property Management- 26 Years of Gritty Real Estate Wisdom, Tenant Screening Secrets, Avoiding Evictions and Finding Quality Renters 25:15

29d ago25:15

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Kimberly, a seasoned property manager with 26 years of experience, shares insights on effective tenant management. She emphasizes thorough tenant screening, including credit checks and reference calls, and advocates for detailed lease agreements with house rules to educate tenants. Kimberly prioritizes showing properties before vacancy, ensuring mi…

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2290 FBF: Listener Questions & The Laws of Human Nature, Famous Author on Power & Strategy, Robert Greene 46:18

1M ago46:18

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 1140 published last February 28, 2019. Jason Hartman and Adam start off today's show discussing listener Brandon's question about living above or below your means. It's important to keep things in perspective as you're deciding how to live your life because just getting more stuff doesn't necessarily make you h…

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2289: Land-to-Improvement Ratios & Regression to Replacement Cost with Jason Hartman 30:32

1M ago30:32

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Today Jason wants you to understand that "regression to replacement cost" and Land to Improvement (LTI) ratios is crucial for real estate investors. This concept involves separating property value into land and improvement (buildings) components to assess risk and appreciation. High land value markets are riskier due to cyclical volatility. Replace…

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84 II Break Free from Money Stress: Unlock Cash Flow with These 2 Simple Shifts 21:11

1M ago21:11

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SHOW NOTES: In today’s episode, we’re diving into two powerful shifts that can transform your cash flow and bring financial peace: ✅ Be intentional with every dollar – Use my simple and empowering cash-flow system to give your money a job before it disappears. ✅ Pay yourself first – Before bills, before expenses—because your financial future deserv…

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2288: Real Estate Market Outlook: Rates, Inventory, and the Coming Surge with Paul Lizell 29:36

1M ago29:36

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Jason and Paul Lizell discuss the current state of the real estate market, with Paul sharing his insights from being on the ground and Jason predicting a severe housing shortage by 2030. They also touched on long-term demographic trends, the potential for reduced interest rates, and the impact of these trends on the real estate market. Jason expres…

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2287 FBF: Local vs Long Distance Real Estate Investing with Logan Mohtashami Financial Contributor for BusinessInsider.com 57:02

1M ago57:02

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This Flashback Friday is from from episode 292, published last December 29, 2012. Jason Hartman talks with a listener about local vs. long distance real estate investing and how geography is less meaningful than ever before in history. Then today’s guest is loan manager, stock trader and financial columnist, Logan Mohtashami with a no-spin discussi…

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2286: Opportunity Cost of Listening to Doomers and Fractional Real Estate Investing for Only $250 with Alex Blackwood 42:39

1M ago42:39

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Jason emphasized the importance of investing in real estate and criticized doomers for causing people to miss out on wealth creation opportunities. He highlighted the need to update one's mindset to adapt to the abundance of the modern world and announced the upcoming Empowered Investor Live event. The event will feature speakers such as Michael Ma…

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83 II Thriving on a Small Budget: 3 Steps to a Purpose-Driven Life with a Down Syndrome Child 27:45

1M ago27:45

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Whether you are going through any limitations that life puts you on, you are the master of unlocking your strength and potential. Your journey may look different, but that doesn’t make it any less meaningful or powerful. Every challenge you face is an opportunity to grow, to rise, and to prove—most importantly to yourself—that you are capable, resi…

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2285: Trump, Tariffs, and Turbulence: Economic Uncertainty Ahead with George Gammon 42:47

1M ago42:47

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Greetings from Medellin, Colombia! Jason's inviting you to Empowered Investor Live which is on April4-6! Get your tickets now! Buy one ticket to TWO awesome events! https://empoweredinvestorlive.com/ and https://rebelcapitalistlive.com/ Jason then welcomes George Gammon as they discuss the current economic uncertainty and volatility, particularly i…

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2284 FBF: Domestic & International Real Estate Investing with Dr. Steve Sjuggerud of Stansberry Research 57:17

2M ago57:17

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 277, published last September 11, 2012. Jason Hartman is joined by Dr. Steve Sjuggerrud, editor for Stansberry Research, for a discussion of real estate investing domestic and international, attractive mortgage rates, and government deals that are making real estate a much more attractive investment. Steve talk…

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2283: Interest Rates and the Economy: Is a Recession the Key to Change? Long-term Debt as a Financial Strategy with Ric Edelman 27:25

2M ago27:25

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Jason discussed a theory that the Trump administration is intentionally slowing the economy to set the stage for lower interest rates, referencing Anthony Pompliano's newsletter. He also highlighted the current economic situation, emphasizing the need for the US government to refinance its debt and the role of interest rates in this process. Jason …

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82 II Are You Stressed to the Max and Struggling to Get By? Why You Need a Financial Coach 24:59

2M ago24:59

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Show Notes: How a Financial Coach Can Help You So, what exactly does a financial coach do? Think of me as your money BF—but one who brings a plan, a strategy, and all the support you need to get on track. I help you figure out what’s not working in your money life—without shame or judgment. I show you simple strategies to help you gain control with…

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2282: Extremely Low Housing Mortgage Delinquencies, Reducing RIsk and Benefitting from Inflation 37:39

2M ago37:39

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Jason discusses the current state of the foreclosure market, and the importance of income property as a historically proven investment during times of economic uncertainty. He also presented a chart showing the percentage of loan balances that are 90 days or more delinquent by different loan types and discussed the evolution of automobiles and the …

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2281 FBF: Global Change & Fiscal Hangovers with Investor Analyst Keith Fitz-Gerald of Money Map Press 1:15:06

2M ago1:15:06

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Jason Hartman starts this episode of The Creating Wealth Show with a candid discussion about some internal workings in his business, properties in Indianapolis and Memphis. The disastrous political policies that lead Detroit into economic devastation and high crime rates. Jason Hartman interviews Keith Fitz-Gerald, the Chairman of The Fitz-Gerald G…

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2280: The Humble Alpha: Finding Your True Identity & Redefining Leadership with Steven Kuhn 33:34

2M ago33:34

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This interview delves into Steven Kuhn's "Humble Alpha" concept, focusing on internal strength and authenticity. Kuhn emphasizes discovering one's true identity through self-reflection and external feedback, culminating in a two-word moniker. He champions certainty and "HIT" principles (honesty, integrity, transparency) as foundations for leadershi…

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