363: How to Talk to Your Parents About Money - Navigating Difficult Conversations With Etinosa Agbonlahor

On this podcast episode, Etinosa Agbonlahor shares key tips on how to talk to parents about money.

Etinosa is the author of the book, "How to Talk to Your Parents About Money" a guide to having important financial conversations and she is passionate about helping people improve their financial well-being. She works with organizations to understand the psychology behind financial decisions and uses this knowledge to achieve better results for clients and businesses.

Having lived and worked across the USA, Australia, Africa, and the UK, Etinosa combines academic research with real-world industry solutions.

She also volunteers as a financial coach with LoveInc in Tampa, helping underserved communities build financial skills.

Etinosa hosts the Her First House podcast.

 

WHAT ETINOSA DISCUSSED:

• The inspiration behind writing How to Talk to Your Parents About Money.
• The challenges adult children face when discussing finances, particularly debt, with aging parents.
• Common fears and concerns parents have when opening up about their financial situation.
• The importance of sensitivity in these conversations, including key dos and don’ts for approaching the topic.
• How family history and cultural background influence money discussions.
• Strategies for keeping financial conversations supportive rather than judgmental.
• The role of “I” statements in easing tension and fostering collaboration.
• Practical ways to introduce financial solutions, such as budgeting tools or professional advisors, without making parents feel pressured.
• Advice for navigating situations where parents are resistant or unwilling to discuss their finances.

AND MUCH MORE.

 

HOW TO KEEP UP WITH ETINOSA:

• Pick up a copy of her book, How to Talk to Your Parents About Money: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0DQD3LY4F
• Via her website: www.etinosaa.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realestatewitheti/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/etinosasere/

 

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