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Money and Millennials- Planning for Aging Parents

Money and Millennials- Planning for Aging Parents

May 27, 2023

On this episode Cyreta and I discuss how millennials are wrestling with planning for the needs of their aging parents. As they deal  with small children their careers and managing their own debt they are now grappling with c…

Millennials and Money-Exorbitant Childcare

Millennials and Money-Exorbitant Childcare

May 13, 2023

On this episode millennial mom Cyreta and I discuss the high cost of childcare.  She has two children and her childcare costs just for her infant are between $1800 and $2000 a month.  We discuss the financial decisions she a…

Millennials and Money-Intro

Millennials and Money-Intro

April 29, 2023

On this episode I have a conversation with Cyreta Oduniyi.  She is a millennial mom with a young family and is working toward financial independence.  We discuss who we are and how we met and give a glimpse of some of the co…

New Offerings from Finance & Affirmations

New Offerings from Finance & Affirmations

March 4, 2023

On this episode I share some of the new offerings I have available.  I have a new website that will launch on Sunday March 5, 2023. It is at .  I am also starting a 5 part financial basics teaching series on  Saturday March …

Elle Rhodes on Brewing Change in the Beverage Industry

Elle Rhodes on Brewing Change in the Beverage Industry

Feb. 18, 2023

On this episode I have a conversation with Elle Rhodes the co-founder of the Brewing Change Collaborative.  She talks about how she got involved in the beverage space.  She explains that many times people of color are target…

Marsha Carter Teaches Women How to Advance Beyond the Dance

Marsha Carter Teaches Women How to Advance Beyond the Dance

Feb. 4, 2023

On this episode I have a conversation with Pastor Marsha D. Carter the founder of the Beyond the Dance Network.  A nonprofit organization that provides services to underserved women and children in the urban community.  In a…

Braxton Haulcy on How to Grow Through Music at Walker West Academy

Braxton Haulcy on How to Grow Through Music at Walker West Academy

Jan. 21, 2023

On this episode I have a conversation with Braxton Haulcy, the Executive Director of the Walker West Music Academy.  Walker West is thought to be the oldest community music school in the nation founded by African American mu…

The Calming Practice in 2023 and a New Daily Mantra

The Calming Practice in 2023 and a New Daily Mantra

Jan. 7, 2023

Happy New Year.  As we start 2023, I wanted to begin this year with our Calming Practice.  The practice calls for us to Breathe, Get Quiet, Reflect and Reset.  This calming practice can be used in every aspect of your life, …

Kids and Money

Kids and Money

Dec. 17, 2022

On this episode I talk about Kids and Money.  I offer some of the techniques that I have used to teach my kids how to save, give and spend their money.  I will also talk about a popular app that we use as a family that has h…

Should You Use a Cash Out Refi to Pay Off Debt?

Should You Use a Cash Out Refi to Pay Off Debt?

Dec. 10, 2022

On this episode I continue my discussion about mortgages.  I will explain what a cash out refinance is and why people typically do cash out refi’s.  I also offer a few tips that you want to consider before using a cash out r…

Mortgage Refinances and How to Pay a Mortgage Off More Quickly

Mortgage Refinances and How to Pay a Mortgage Off More Quickly

Dec. 3, 2022

On this episode I continue my discussion about mortgages.  I talk about the different types of refinances and how they can be beneficial.  I also provide some tips on how you can shave years off your mortgage payments. ...

DTI -What it is and How it Affects Your Mortgage Application

DTI -What it is and How it Affects Your Mortgage Application

Nov. 19, 2022

On this episode I continue my discussion about mortagges.  We have covered many mortgage terms like what an ARM is, how a Reverse mortgage works and what PITIHOA stands for.  Today I will discuss what DTI is and why it is im…

Is a Reverse Mortgage Free Money?

Is a Reverse Mortgage Free Money?

Nov. 12, 2022

On this episode I conclude my discussion about Reverse Mortgages also known as HECM’s.  I will answer some of the typical questions people ask about Reverse Mortgages.  I also explain that it is very important to talk to fam…

Voting and the Calming Practice

Voting and the Calming Practice

Nov. 5, 2022

On this episode I talk briefly about the importance of voting.  I also discuss using the calming practice to help me with anxiety during this election season Hosted and produced by Katherine Lankford Music by Sam Reeves   …

What is a Reverse Mortgage?

What is a Reverse Mortgage?

Oct. 29, 2022

On this episode I talk about reverse mortgages.  I start the conversation with an overview of how traditional mortgages work and then I dive into reverse mortgages.  I offer the pros of this type of mortgage vehicle but also…

Layering Life Insurance Coverage, How Mortgage Life Insurance Was an Unexpected Transfer of Wealth

Layering Life Insurance Coverage, How Mortgage Life Insurance Was an Unexpected Transfer of Wealth

Oct. 22, 2022

On this episode I talk about how much life insurance you need and how to layer life insurance coverage.  I will also explain how Mortgage Life Insurance resulted in a wealth transfer to me and my siblings.  Hosted and produc…

The Ambassadors of B & T Enterprises on the Joys and Challenges of the Business

The Ambassadors of B & T Enterprises on the Joys and Challenges of the Business

Oct. 15, 2022

On this episode Khotso and Diteboho share what has been the most challenging part of being an ambassador as well as what has surprised them most. They also share how much they look forward to the opportunity to visit the Uni…

B & T Enterprises Helps You “Break Perceptions” As You Travel

B & T Enterprises Helps You “Break Perceptions” As You Travel

Oct. 9, 2022

Show notes Ep  59 On this episode I speak to Bridgette Hector and Tumo Mabote the owners of B & T Enterprises.  We talk about how they started this business of creating unique travel experiences and retreats in South Africa …

Finance in Five-Burial or Cremation?

Finance in Five-Burial or Cremation?

Oct. 1, 2022

On this episode I complete my conversation about life insurance for now.  I discuss burial and cremation costs and share how me, and my siblings handled the cost of my parent’s funerals.    Hosted and produced by Katherine L…

Finance in Five-Life Insurance Strategies and Which is Best for You

Finance in Five-Life Insurance Strategies and Which is Best for You

Aug. 27, 2022

On this episode I continue my conversation about life insurance.  We talk about a few life insurance strategies, and I continue the story about when and why me and my siblings decided to purchase life insurance for our paren…

Eddie Jones on Taking Advantage of an Entrepreneurial Program at Amazon to Start His Next Business

Eddie Jones on Taking Advantage of an Entrepreneurial Program at Amazon to Start His Next Business

Aug. 20, 2022

On this episode, I conclude my conversation with Eddie Jones. He explains how he used his experience from working for Amazon in corporate America to start his third business. He also provides some great management tips for t…

Finance in Five-Why Having Life Insurance is a Part of Preserving Wealth

Finance in Five-Why Having Life Insurance is a Part of Preserving Wealth

Aug. 13, 2022

Show Notes… On this episode I begin a conversation about Life insurance.  I talk about what it is and the two main types of life insurance.  I share a story about why me and my siblings decided to purchase life insurance for…

Eddie Jones on Home Inspections and Why He Prefers to be an Entrepreneur

Eddie Jones on Home Inspections and Why He Prefers to be an Entrepreneur

Aug. 6, 2022

On this Episode I speak to Eddie Jones the owner of Good Life Inspection Services.  Eddie is a Captain and Company Commander in the South Carolina Army National Guard. We talk about how he prepared himself to open his busine…

Calming Practice with Affirmations

Calming Practice with Affirmations

July 30, 2022

Show Notes… On Episode 53, I remind the audience of the calming practice and I explain that it can be applied to our financial journeys. I also offer some positive affirmations to help change our mindset about money and enco…