Rich Girls' Guide

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Hey, Rich Girls! This is Rich Girls' Guide, where we demystify the world of personal finance to help you create a financially successful & fulfilling life. I'm your host, Kirby, and I worked in wealth management for over 6 years before leaving the office to focus on raising my two daughters and growing my own business. Are you ready to chat all things money, budgeting & personal finance? Then you are in the right place! We'll dive into investing 101, learn how to build wealth, stock market investing, and how to utilize technology like Rocket Money and ChatGPT AI to grow our net worth. We are ditching the financial jargon and instead building financial literacy and healthy financial habits. I'm so happy you're here!

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April 21, 2025Episode 5912 min

Are Women Choosing Independence OVER Marriage?

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - Are women abandoning the idea of a traditional marriage with a man because they no longer need to rely on their income? Since the 1970’s, marriage as a whole has been on a steady decline, while women’s median wages have steadily increased over that same time period. Women have only had the right to obtain credit without a male cosigner for the past fifty one years - and that opened up the door to things like home ownership and building or expanding a business. **please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**CONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@RichGirlsGuidewithKirby⁩ Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@richgirlsguidepodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:Global marriage statistics: https://onlinemftprograms.com/worldwide-marriage-statistics/ Women vs. Men graduation rates: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/11/18/us-women-are-outpacing-men-in-college-completion-including-in-every-major-racial-and-ethnic-group/#:~:text=Since%20then%2C%20there%20has%20been,from%2025%25%20to%2047%25.Home ownership: https://www.nar.realtor/women-home-buyersYour Money Briefing podcast episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6nrpWFBmCGotrf3gJcQIf9?si=02ee0920cff24c9a Domestic violence US: https://www.thehotline.org/stakeholders/domestic-violence-statistics/#:~:text=Over%201%20in%203%20women,intimate%20partner%20in%20their%20lifetime.1950 Women Labor Force: https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2000/feb/wk3/art03.htmMY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

April 7, 2025Episode 5814 min

How To Become Financially Independent In 5 Easy Steps | Ep 58

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and today I want to spend some time talking to those of you who may need a little encouragement or guidance on how to become financially independent. Now hopefully this isn’t the first time you’re hearing this, but becoming financially independent is the single most important thing you can do to make sure you are living the life that you actually want to live.**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**EPISODES MENTIONED: Emergency Fund 101: https://youtu.be/6PI293mJtgg?si=hpM6ZrjfxJycsPc6 How To Create A Budget You Will ACTUALLY Stick To: https://youtu.be/lRKCLA6jwYI?si=yUdHfvlPpmw4_KXF CONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RichGirlsGuidewithKirbyThreads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@richgirlsguidepodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffMY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

March 31, 202520 min

Build WEALTH With Atomic Habits! March Book Review

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and we are BACK with our March book club review for Atomic Habits! Now today’s episode is going to be a little bit different from our previous book club episodes - while I am still going to do a brief review of the book, I am going to spend most of the episode tying back the major themes into personal finance and how you can start implementing micro money habits into your daily routines. **please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**RELATED EPISODES:Nine side hustle ideas:https://youtu.be/zCRo07P5K-k?si=d7ZT6UgPBJcnAZ55 Introducing Rich Girls’ Guide Book Club: https://youtu.be/AIUmih1X7Q4?feature=sharedJanuary Book Club Review: https://youtu.be/0EGU_nAvo8k?feature=sharedFebruary Book Club Review: https://youtu.be/1jbA55qDlAY?feature=sharedCONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideTIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro1:15 Key takeaway # 1 Small atomic changes2:56 Key takeaway # 2 Goalless thinking & setting routines 4:17 Key takeaway # 3 Habit stacking 7:58 Real life application # 1 Retirement savings 12:05 Real life application # 2 Credit card debt17:39 Real life application # 3 How to implement habit stackingWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:Average american credit card debt: https://www.lendingtree.com/credit-cards/study/credit-card-debt-statistics/Atomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccMY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg financial education , atomic habits review , behavioral finance , atomic habits , motivation , productivity , financial freedom , personal finance , james clear , financial goals , passive income , atomic habits summary , money management , financial literacy , personal development , wealth building , goal setting , productivity tips , financial independence , mindset shift, credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

March 24, 2025Episode 579 min

Ep 57: Avoid INVESTMENT Paralysis with Four These Simple Strategies

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and I have a feeling that with all of the current news cycles and recession talks you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed when it comes to personal finance and investing right now. We all know how draining and stressful the doom scrolling can be, but today we are going to break that cycle by talking about the four things you can do to override that sense of impending doom and kick start your investing journey with a little pep in your step.**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**EPISODES MENTIONED:How to recession proof your accounts: https://youtu.be/0qAT15C55Cg?si=NiBmNarGd6-Dpe4nWhat to hold on your 401k: https://youtu.be/70YNrk7GiOQ?si=GPFtrie-IidiitRwHow to invest your first $1k: https://youtu.be/7dThLaHVQIo?si=PxeCwkfJ03QHvfBDHow much money do you need to retire: https://youtu.be/WKooH0JVKjY?si=MLXuEpPSWSSV2jYx CONNECT WITH ME:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RichGirlsGuidewithKirbyWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffMY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg stock market , analysis paralysis , risk management , trading psychology , real estate , how to overcome analysis paralysis , financial freedom , forex trading , portfolio management , how to stop paralysis by analysis , overcoming analysis paralysis , paralysis by analysis , real estate investing , how to stop overthinking , passive income , personal finance , financial literacy , wealth building , investing for beginners , overcoming fear, credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

March 13, 20258 min

Should You Take Itemized Deduction or Standard Deduction?

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and have you heard the terms standard deduction and itemized deduction but never really understood what they mean? Well today we are breaking down the difference between standard and itemized deduction and how you can determine which one you should be taking. I promise it’s not as complicated as it sounds, so let’s get this explained and get you on your way!**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**CONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@richgirlsguidepodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:Standard deduction amounts: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/taxes/standard-deduction#:~:text=The%20standard%20deduction%20for%202024%20(tax%20returns%20filed%20in%202025,joint%20filers%20and%20surviving%20spouses.Standard deduction history: https://www.marketplace.org/2017/05/09/history-income-taxs-standard-deduction-more-interesting-than-you-think/ Percentage of Americans who itemized deductions in 2020: https://taxpolicycenter.org/briefing-book/what-are-itemized-deductions-and-who-claims-them#:~:text=The%20share%20of%20returns%20that,in%202020%20(figure%204).MY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg income tax, itemized vs standard deductions, itemized deduction vs standard deduction, standard vs itemized deductions, standard vs itemized deduction, standard deduction vs itemized, standard deduction vs itemized deduction, what is standard deduction, itemized deductions vs. standard deduction, what is the standard deduction, itemized deduction, budgeting, personal finance, deductions explained, standard deduction, IRS, tax strategies, credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

March 10, 202513 min

What You Can Do NOW To Lower Your 2024 Tax Bill

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and today we are going to go over 3 things you can still do NOW to lower your 2024 tax bill. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UnqsDQPDpYE**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**Tax Saver's Credit: https://youtu.be/SkIEFEVQUr0?si=Nu7k-FFLO3ItECVrCONNECT WITH ME:Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@richgirlsguidepodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Want YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:High Deductible Health Plan Particpation: https://www.bls.gov/ebs/factsheets/high-deductible-health-plans-and-health-savings-accounts.htmHSA information: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/health/hsa-qualified-expenses MY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

March 3, 2025Episode 5612 min

The Great Wealth Transfer: How Women Are Shaking Up The Financial Landscape In 2025

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and did you know that we are currently undergoing one of the largest wealth transfers in modern history?!**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**CONNECT WITH ME:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@richgirlsguidepodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:WSJ Women Wealth Transfer podcast episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-women-are-reshaping-the-biggest-wealth-transfer/id152024419?i=1000687052262Baby Boomer Women Deciding The Fate Of Trillions Of Dollars: https://www.nrmlaonline.org/2025/01/24/baby-boomer-women-deciding-the-fate-of-trillions-of-dollars#:~:text=Nearly%20%2440%20trillion%20of%20wealth,die%20to%20avoid%20family%20disputes. Kiplinger Women Bank Accounts: https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/credit-debt/years-ago-women-won-equal-access-to-credit#:~:text=Personal%2Dloans-,50%20Years%20Ago%2C%20Women%20Won%20Equal%20Access%20to%20Credit,helped%20women%20build%20financial%20independence.&text=As%20recently%20as%201974%2C%20banks,to%20get%20a%20male%20cosigner.MY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg news, great wealth transfer, money tips for women, empowerment strategy, wealth transfer, credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

February 24, 202536 min

February Book Club / Reading Challenge Review: The Psychology Of Money

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and today we are reviewing our February book club pick, The Psychology Of Money!**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**CONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Threads: ⁠https://www.threads.net/@richgirlsguidepodcast⁠ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:The Psychology of Money: https://a.co/d/0DzhMuv Atomic Habits: Atomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccMY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg book challenge, reading challenge, news, habits, book club, reading, nyt bestseller, author, credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

February 17, 2025Episode 5513 min

Tax Season Survival Guide: How to Prepare Like a Boss

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and did you know that on average, Americans spend thirteen hours and two hundred and ninety dollars preparing for and filing taxes? I’m here to help you cut down on both time and money, so let’s go over everything you need to know to tackle your twenty twenty four taxes. **please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**CONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:IRS Itemized Deduction List: https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i1040sca Nerdwallet Itemized Deductions: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/taxes/itemized-deductions-standard-deduction IRS Direct File: https://www.irs.gov/filing/irs-direct-file-for-free IRS Free File: https://www.irs.gov/filing/irs-free-file-do-your-taxes-for-free MY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.

February 13, 2025Episode 538 min

Maximize 2025 Tax Savings for Your Family: Updated Child And Dependent Care Tax Credit

Hey Rich Girls, Kirby here - and today we are going over updates to the child & dependent care tax credit for 2025.**please note this is not investment advice, just my opinion & should be used for entertainment purposes only**CONNECT WITH ME:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richgirlsguidewithkirby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richgirlsguidepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@richgirlsguideWant YOUR money question to be answered in an upcoming episode? Submit an anonymous question here: https://richgirlsguidepodcast.com/contact MY EXACT YOUTUBE SETUP (Amazon affiliate links):Canon EOS R6 Camera: https://amzn.to/4cgzSddSD Memory Card: https://amzn.to/3VYJrrAShure SM7B Microphone: https://amzn.to/3xoIJukTeleprompter: https://amzn.to/4cI4iVDRodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/3VGAAcAManfrotto Camera Tripod: https://amzn.to/3W1SecmCloudlifter: https://amzn.to/3L0Ntt1Microphone Stand: https://amzn.to/3VGI6V0Mic Cable: https://amzn.to/4bkKOW0Amaran 100D LED Light: https://amzn.to/3W0Bl1tAputure Lantern Light: https://amzn.to/3RHp7bKSoftbox lighting kits: https://amzn.to/45MGygSAmazon Fire Tablet: https://amzn.to/3L0lxp4⅛ to ¼ Stereo Cable:https://amzn.to/4bCHYffARTICLES MENTIONED:Child tax credit IRS: https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/child-tax-creditChild Tax Care Credit: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/taxes/qualify-child-child-care-tax-credit2024 Standard Deduction: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/taxes/standard-deduction Child tax credit: https://smartasset.com/taxes/all-about-child-tax-creditsChild & Dependent Care Tax Credit: https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/child-and-dependent-care-credit-informationTurbo Tax ins and outs of child & dependent care tax credit: https://turbotax.intuit.com/tax-tips/family/the-ins-and-outs-of-the-child-and-dependent-care-tax-credit/amp/L2H7rzUWcDependent Care Income Phaseout Range: https://www.irs.gov/publications/p503 Dependent Care IRS: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/child-and-dependent-care-tax-credit-can-help-offset-summer-day-camp-expenses DOL data on childcare costs: https://blog.dol.gov/2024/11/19/new-data-childcare-costs-remain-an-almost-prohibitive-expense MY TOP FAVORITE BOOKS ABOUT HABITS & $$$ (Amazon affiliate links)The Power of Habit: https://amzn.to/3xxkytFAtomic Habits: https://amzn.to/4bh5NccThe Opposite of Spoiled: https://amzn.to/3xDz2rPYou Are A Badass At Making Money: https://amzn.to/4bkKuqg credit card, creditcards, financial advice podcast, how to budget your money, credit card debt, credit score, women in finance, credit utilization, audit, investing, how to invest, mutual funds, etfs, stock, stocks, personal finance, financial management, financial planning, financial education, financial diet, finance stock market, finance 101, finance for women, financial news, personal investing, money challenge, debt free, payoff debt, clark howard, dave ramsey, caleb hammer, bigger pockets, debt free journey, financial feminist, inflation, net worth, credit, financial audit, retirement, retirement planning, financial freedom, 401k, portfolio, allocation, excel, financial calculator, financial tips, personal finance tips, financial literacy, money, money tips, money management, personal development.