183. “I saved $5k for an engagement ring, but she secretly took the money”

Michelle (33) and Matt (31) have been dating for seven years, but they’re stuck in relationship limbo, waiting to get married until Michelle deals with her financial problems. Michelle makes great income as a nurse, but she has a mountain of debt from student loans. Matt works in finance, and tries to help, but Michelle has loan payments and debts that he doesn’t even know about. Today we’ll see if we can unearth the root of these money problems so Michelle and Matt can take the next step in their relationship.</p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Grammarly | Easier said? Done. Save time with one click. Sign up and download for free at <a href="https://grammarly.com/ramit">https://grammarly.com/ramit</a>.</p>Masterclass | For unlimited access to every class and 15% off an annual membership, go to <a href="https://masterclass.com/ramit">https://masterclass.com/ramit</a>.</p>Our Place | Use code RAMIT to receive 10% sitewide at <a href="https://fromourplace.com">https://fromourplace.com</a>.</p>DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to <a href="https://joindeleteme.com/ramit">https://joindeleteme.com/ramit</a> for 20% off.</p>Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at <a href="https://meetfabric.com/ramit">https://meetfabric.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/booktour">Get tickets to Money for Couples LIVE coming to a city near you in January</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and watch me analyze an anonymous couple's spending each Saturday</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:25:37

182. “We’re $350k in debt & have no savings. Will I have to work until we die?”

Don is 50, Tana is 48, and they’ve struggled to make ends meet their entire adult lives. They have a lot of debt, they’ve never really saved or thought they’d be able to retire… but their income has recently DOUBLED and they’re wondering how to manage the extra money. Throughout this conversation, as Don and Tana work to set aside their scarcity mindset, you’ll hear how hard it can be to change.</p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>NordVPN | Secure your online privacy this Black Friday with NordVPN’s special offer. Get a huge discount on a 2-year plan, plus 4 bonus months free, when you sign up at <a href="https://nordvpn.com/ramit">https://nordvpn.com/ramit</a>. </p>Rocket Money | Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to <a href="https://rocketmoney.com/ramit">https://rocketmoney.com/ramit</a>.</p>ZocDoc | Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at <a href="https://zocdoc.com/ramit">https://zocdoc.com/ramit</a> then find and book a top-rated doctor today.</p>Mint Mobile | To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to <a href="https://mintmobile.com/ramit">https://mintmobile.com/ramit</a>.</p>Trust & Will | Secure your assets and protect your loved ones. Get 10% off plus free shipping on your estate plan documents by visiting <a href="https://trustandwill.com/ramit">https://trustandwill.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/booktour">Get tickets to Money for Couples LIVE coming to a city near you in January</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and watch me analyze an anonymous couple's spending each Saturday</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:25:53

181. “We argue about money daily b/c he can’t stop talking about Ramit”

Nathan (35) and Linda (37) are arguing about money constantly due to Nathan’s anxiety and stress. He continually optimizes and re-optimizes their finances, worrying about retirement and the amount of money they’ll be leaving behind for their children. Nathan even applied to be on the show nine times in a row, and Linda just wants him to chill out. What will we learn from a couple that makes good money, but can’t stop stressing about it?</p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Superhuman | Get a free month of lightning fast email at <a href="https://try.sprh.mn/ramitsethi">https://try.sprh.mn/ramitsethi</a>.</p>LMNT | Right now, LMNT is offering 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors. Get yours at <a href="https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT">https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT</a>.</p>99designs by Vista | Get $50 off your first design contest at <a href="https://99designs.com/ramit">https://99designs.com/ramit</a>.</p>Netsuite | Get visibility to everything in your business in one place. Sign up and defer payments, with no interest, for six months at <a href="https://iwt.com/netsuite">https://iwt.com/netsuite</a>.</p>Facet | Get affordable, accessible financial planning with a flat fee membership. For a limited time, the $250 enrollment fee will be waived when you sign up at <a href="https://facet.com/ramit">https://facet.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/booktour">Get tickets to Money for Couples LIVE coming to a city near you in January</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and watch me analyze an anonymous couple's spending each Saturday</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:29:14

180. "We have $30k in cc debt but insist on sending our son to private school"

Alexis, 55, and Olivia, 54, are working towards their retirement so they can spend more time with their son. On paper, they’re in a good financial position, with a net worth of over $3 million… but they’re spending more than they make every single month. And, there’s a big secret to their wealth that they didn’t realize until this conversation.</p>This episode is sponsored by my partners at Facet, where you can get affordable, accessible financial planning with a flat fee membership. For Money for Couples listeners who enroll with Facet, they will waive the $250 enrollment fee for new annual members and they’ll add $500 into your brokerage account when you invest and maintain $5000 in the first 90 days of membership for Core, Plus and Complete members. Check out their membership options at <a href="https://facet.com/ramit">https://facet.com/ramit</a>. </p><strong>This episode is also brought to you by:</strong></p>Trustworthy | Save 10% on an upgrade to keep your family’s information safely stored at <a href="https://trustworthy.com/ramit">https://trustworthy.com/ramit</a>.</p>Masterclass | For unlimited access to every class and 15% off an annual membership, go to <a href="https://masterclass.com/ramit">https://masterclass.com/ramit</a>.</p>Trust & Will | Secure your assets and protect your loved ones. Get 10% off plus free shipping on your estate plan documents by visiting <a href="https://trustandwill.com/ramit">https://trustandwill.com/ramit</a>.</p>Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at <a href="https://meetfabric.com/ramit">https://meetfabric.com/ramit</a>.</p>DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to <a href="https://joindeleteme.com/ramit">https://joindeleteme.com/ramit</a> for 20% off.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Get tickets to Money for Couples LIVE coming to a city near you in January</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and watch me analyze an anonymous couple's spending each Saturday</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:30:28

179. “He just turned 50 and we have no savings. I’m panicking.”

Kate is a 43-year-old mom and homeschool teacher. Drew is a 50-year-old professor. They’re $480k in debt with no savings and no retirement plan. Kate is panicking—but Drew refuses to talk about it, and neither of them are willing to make big spending cuts or say “no” to their kids’ expenses. </p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Our Place | Use code RAMIT to receive 10% sitewide at <a href="https://fromourplace.com">https://fromourplace.com</a>.</p>Rocket Money | Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to <a href="https://rocketmoney.com/ramit">https://rocketmoney.com/ramit</a>.</p>Shopify | Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/ramit">https://shopify.com/ramit</a>.</p>DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to <a href="https://joindeleteme.com/ramit">https://joindeleteme.com/ramit</a> for 20% off.</p>Facet | Get affordable, accessible financial planning with a flat fee membership. For a limited time, the $250 enrollment fee will be waived when you sign up at <a href="https://facet.com/ramit">https://facet.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iwtpodcast/">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:23:25

178. How to Get on the Same Page with Your Partner about Money

Live from Seattle, I work with 2 couples on stage. Sophia is a 41 y/o ultrasound tech. Charley is a 40/yo filmmaker. They don’t combine finances because she can’t trust him with money. Megan, a 37/yo dentist, and Ryan, a 36 y/o software engineer, are worth $4.2M—but they still haggle over small purchases.</p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>99designs by Vista | Get $50 off your first design contest at <a href="https://99designs.com/ramit">https://99designs.com/ramit</a>.</p>LMNT | Right now, LMNT is offering 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors. Get yours at <a href="https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT">https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT</a>.</p>Mint Mobile | To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to <a href="https://mintmobile.com/ramit">https://mintmobile.com/ramit</a>.</p>Babbel | For our listeners only, get 60% off your Babbel subscription at <a href="https://Babbel.com/ramit">https://Babbel.com/ramit</a>.</p>Trust & Will | Secure your assets and protect your loved ones. Get 10% off plus free shipping on your estate plan documents by visiting <a href="https://trustandwill.com/ramit">https://trustandwill.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/booktour">Get your ticket for my January book tour</a> </p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:13:47

177. “We’re stressed about cash flow—but I refuse to sell any of my 8 cars” (Part 2)

Jason, 40, and Megan, 34, return to make a plan before Megan gives birth. Jason wants to pay off debt—but refuses to sell his 8 cars. Megan wants equal spending money—even though she’s making 0 income. They need to get on the same page before their family grows, but they’re running out of time. </p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at <a href="https://meetfabric.com/ramit">https://meetfabric.com/ramit</a>.</p>DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to <a href="https://joindeleteme.com/ramit">https://joindeleteme.com/ramit</a> for 20% off.</p>ZocDoc | Download the ZocDoc app for FREE at <a href="https://zocdoc.com/ramit">https://zocdoc.com/ramit</a> then find and book a top-rated doctor today.</p>Netsuite | Get visibility to everything in your business in one place. Sign up and defer payments, with no interest, for six months at <a href="https://iwt.com/netsuite">https://iwt.com/netsuite</a>.</p>Masterclass | For unlimited access to every class and 15% off an annual membership, go to <a href="https://masterclass.com/ramit">https://masterclass.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:02:36

176. “I’m 8 mos pregnant. He only wants to talk about how much the baby will cost”

Jason is a 40 y/o COO. Megan is a 34 y/o flight attendant and they’re about to have a baby. Megan wants to take 1 year maternity leave—Jason is stressing about how it will affect their finances. While they have a $3M net worth, they’re both in credit card debt and their lack of joint finances makes it hard to make a plan. </p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Wildgrain | Get $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box at <a href="https://wildgrain.com/ramit">https://wildgrain.com/ramit</a>. </p>Facet | Get affordable, accessible financial planning with a flat fee membership. For a limited time, the $250 enrollment fee will be waived when you sign up at <a href="https://facet.com/ramit">https://facet.com/ramit</a>.</p>Trustworthy | Save 10% on an upgrade to keep your family’s information safely stored at <a href="https://trustworthy.com/ramit">https://trustworthy.com/ramit</a>.</p>Rocket Money | Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to <a href="https://rocketmoney.com/ramit">https://rocketmoney.com/ramit</a>.</p>Superhuman | Get a free month of lightning fast email at <a href="https://try.sprh.mn/ramitsethi">https://try.sprh.mn/ramitsethi</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moneyforcouples">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:24:59

175. “I make 5x my bf’s salary—but I’m about to lose my job”

Mindy is a 39-year-old software consultant. Victor is a 25-year-old boxing gym owner. They have fundamentally different views on money, and it’s causing tension in their relationship. Mindy wants an equal partner, but Victor struggles to talk about money—and they won’t get married until they’re on the same page.  </p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Trust & Will | Secure your assets and protect your loved ones. Get 10% off plus free shipping on your estate plan documents by visiting <a href="https://trustandwill.com/ramit">https://trustandwill.com/ramit</a>.</p>LMNT | Right now, LMNT is offering 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors. Get yours at <a href="https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT">https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT</a>.</p>99designs by Vista | Get $50 off your first design contest at <a href="https://99designs.com/ramit">https://99designs.com/ramit</a>.</p>DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to <a href="https://joindeleteme.com/ramit">https://joindeleteme.com/ramit</a> for 20% off.</p>Our Place | Use code RAMIT to receive 10% sitewide at <a href="https://fromourplace.com">https://fromourplace.com</a>. </p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iwtpodcast/">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

01:15:08

174. “We make $300k but spend like we make $1M”

Meet Forest, 40, and Kathleen, 43, a couple living in California with two kids. Despite Forest’s $300k salary, they’ve racked up $150k in credit card debt. They want to maintain their adventurous lifestyle, but the reality of their finances is catching up. Can they change their mindset on money before it’s too late?</p><strong>This episode is brought to you by:</strong></p>Fabric by Gerber Life | Protect your family today with Fabric by Gerber Life. Apply today in just 10 minutes at <a href="https://meetfabric.com/ramit">https://meetfabric.com/ramit</a>.</p>Mint Mobile | To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to <a href="https://mintmobile.com/ramit">https://mintmobile.com/ramit</a>.</p>Masterclass | For unlimited access to every class and 15% off an annual membership, go to <a href="https://masterclass.com/ramit">https://masterclass.com/ramit</a>.</p>Shopify | Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at <a href="https://shopify.com/ramit">https://shopify.com/ramit</a>.</p>Facet | Get affordable, accessible financial planning with a flat fee membership. For a limited time, the $250 enrollment fee will be waived when you sign up at <a href="https://facet.com/ramit">https://facet.com/ramit</a>.</p><strong>Links mentioned in this episode</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p><strong>Connect with Ramit</strong></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneyforcouples">Pre-order my upcoming book: Money for Couples</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/podcastnewsletter-yt">Get the Podcast Newsletter and exclusive Q&A about the show</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/tourwaitlist">Sign up to attend a live event on my book tour</a></p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/moneycoaching">Get Money Coaching with Ramit</a> </p>• <a href="https://iwt.com/csp">Download the Conscious Spending Plan</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/48zko28">Listen to my book—now on Audible</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3HGwbkK">Get my New York Times best-selling book</a></p>• <a href="https://amzn.to/3j6Tmuf">Get my no-numbers journal</a></p>• <a href="https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/podcast/">Other episodes</a></p>• <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iwtpodcast/">Instagram</a></p>• <a href="https://twitter.com/ramit">Twitter</a></p>• <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ramitsethi/featured">YouTube</a></p>If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. <strong>Apply for my help </strong><a href="https://iwt.com/apply"><strong>here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>Produced by <a href="https://crate.media">Crate Media</a>.</p>

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