Queer Money®: How Gay People Do Money
Queer Money is a bi-weekly show dedicated to creating desperately needed generational wealth within the gay community because we deserve to sleep better at night and we must stand up to the anti-LGBTQ+ industrial complex. Listen and watch regularly to eliminate financial insecurity and generate personal wealth, prepare for a secure and fun retirement, find the most affordable, LGBTQ+-friendly cities in the US to live in or travel to, grow your stock portfolio to $1,000,000+, build a real estate empire and start a small business. Your hosts are husbands and money experts David & John Auten-Schneider who have been the leaders in LGBTQ+ finance since 2015. With nine seasons, nearly 500 episodes, over a million downloads and features by Oprah, Advocate, Variety, CNBC and more, the award-winning Queer Money is the longest running show made by and for the LGBTQ+ community and is the only show solely dedicated to our financial well-being as gay people. · For more financial information and helpful resources, visit queermoneypodcast.com · For complementary charts and grafts (and pretty pictures), subscribe to Queer Money on YouTube @ https://www.youtube.com/@queermoney?sub_confirmation=1
Episodes
Top 5 Cities to Retire in Croatia for Gay Folks | Affordable Gay Retirement in Europe
Your morning walk is along a stone promenade by the Adriatic Sea.
Your biggest decision? Coffee… or wine… or both.
And your cost of living just dropped by 40–60%.
If you’ve been dreaming about gay retirement abroad, but assumed Europe meant Paris prices or Barcelona crowds, think again. In this episode of Queer Money, we break down the top 5 ...
Ever told yourself, “It’s too late for me” or “I should’ve started saving earlier”?
If you’re 45 or older and feeling behind on retirement, this episode is your wake-up call. Because while achieving financial independence in three years isn’t easy—or typical—it is possible.
In this episode of Queer Money, we break down the exact systems, mindset shifts, and lifestyle upgrades required to accelerate your path to financial fre...
6 LGBTQ-Friendly Countries Where Americans Can Retire for Less—and Still Achieve Retirement Success
Most gay men assume retiring abroad requires extreme wealth, immigration lawyers, or giving up their U.S. passport.
The truth?
If you’re over 50 and have Social Security, a pension, rental income, or a 401(k), you may already qualify for residency in multiple LGBTQ-friendly countries—and at a cost that actually supports retirem...
Why Brutal Honesty Is the Missing Link to Retirement Success for Gay Men
What if the reason you haven’t achieved retirement success yet isn’t the market, your income, or your age—but your relationship with the truth about your money?
In this episode of Queer Money, we get radically honest about the quiet habit that keeps most gay men financially stressed well into midlife: avoiding the full truth about how we earn, spend, an...
Gay Retirement Abroad: Why Germany Might Be Better Than the U.S.
Imagine a retirement where Pride isn’t just a parade once a year — it’s woven into everyday life.
- You walk to your favorite gay café.
- Your neighbors actually know your name.
Are Gay Men Ruining Their Retirement Success Options?
Hoodies. Hookups. Hotels. Thirst traps.
They may look fabulous — but they could be quietly destroying your retirement success.
In this bold, no-BS episode of Queer Money, we break down seven very real ways gay men sabotage their financial futures, often without realizing it. Inspired by conversations in our community (and a little tough love), this episode isn’t about sham...
Retirement Success in Panama: Top 5 Gay Cities for Warm Weather, Lower Costs & a Softer Landing
If you’re a gay man 45+ thinking, “I want retirement success, but I also want sunshine, lower costs, and a life that doesn’t feel like a constant financial stress-test,” Panama might be your sleeper hit.
In this episode, we break down the Top 5 gay cities in Panama for retirees, ranked #5 to #1 with affordability weighted heav...
5 Mindset Shifts for Retirement Success in 2026 (No Hustle, Just Standards)
Imagine it’s December 31, 2026… and you’re not scrambling, apologizing, or promising “next year will be different.”
You’re calm. Your money feels intentional. Your life feels designed.
In this episode, we’re sharing 5 practical mindset shifts for retirement success—especially for LGBTQ+ folks who are tired of starting over every January and ready to b...
5 “Sleeper Hit” Gay Cities to Retire Abroad (Affordable, Safer, and Surprisingly Fabulous)
What if your dream retirement is hiding in a gay city you’ve never even thought to look at?
In this episode, we’re going off-script and sharing five surprising gay cities for retiring abroad—places that are shockingly affordable, quietly queer-friendly, and built for real life (not just a two-week vacation).
No, these aren’t the usual s...
Afraid You’ll Never Be Able to Retire? You’re Not Alone. Here’s the Plan.
What if retirement wasn’t scary anymore?
In this episode of Queer Money, we share the real, unfiltered results of a recent Queer Money community poll — and what it reveals about the five biggest fears LGBTQ+ people have about retirement.
From “bag lady energy” to healthcare panic, from how much is enough to where can I live safely and affordably, this e...
Affordable, Safe & Fabulous Places for LGBTQ+ Retirement in France - Gay France!
Imagine waking up to fresh baguettes, strolling cobblestone streets hand-in-hand, sipping €4 rosé in the sun—and spending less than you would in most major U.S. cities.
Bienvenue to your Gay Retirement Fantasy: France Edition
In Queer Money Episode 620, we break down the Top 5 French cities and towns for LGBTQ+ Americans looking to retire aff...
What the K-Shaped Economy Means for Your Queer Money & Retirement
This episode is brought to you by the letter K — Kiki, killer… and K-shaped economy.
If it feels like some people are living in Taylor Swift box seats while you’re doing math at Dollar Tree, you’re not imagining it. That’s the K-shaped economy in action: one line shooting straight up for the wealthy, while everyone else — including millions of LGBTQ+ folks...
Italy’s Top 5 Cities for Gay Retirement
Is Italy really the golden, Aperol-spritz-soaked dream Instagram wants you to believe… or is the truth a little more complicated for LGBTQ+ retirees?
This week on Queer Money® we’re ranking the Top 5 cities in Italy for LGBTQ+ retirement — from Renaissance beauty to progressive university towns to sun-drenched coastal havens. We break down the queer vibe, cost of living, rent, language...
How to pay less taxes with your Boomer Bonus!
Imagine getting an extra $6,000–$12,000 tax deduction just for being born at the right time. No lotto win. No extra hours at work. No sugar daddy required. Just a savvy tax move for Boomers and near-Boomers that could seriously boost your bottom line — financially speaking.
In Queer Money® Episode 617, we break down exactly how the New Boomer Bonus Deduction (2025–2028) works, wh...
Ready for a fabulous gay retirement in Ecuador?
Thinking about retiring abroad? You’re not alone. In Ep. 616 we break down Ecuador—a country that punches above its weight with year-round spring weather, U.S. dollar convenience, solid healthcare, and a much lower cost of living. We cover legal landscape (marriage since 2019; gender recognition 2024), where stigma still shows up, and our Top 5 Ecuador cities for gay retirees—...
Navigating Expat Taxes: Insights for Dream Retirees
Snagged a dream place in Puerto Vallarta or Mykonos… and now the IRS is at the door? Today we’re joined by expat tax expert Michelle Miele (Director of Paperwork) to decode how U.S. taxes work when you retire abroad. We cover Social Security, IRA/401(k)/Roth distributions, self-employment/online business income, countries with and without U.S. tax treaties, foreign tax cre...
Affordable Gay-Friendly Retirement in Taiwan: Top 5 Cities Ranked
Thinking of retiring in Asia where gay rights have advanced and everyday life feels modern and livable? On episode 614 we head to Taiwan to explore one of the region’s most unexpected retirement gems for gay men: full same-sex marriage, vibrant queer culture, lower cost of living and global infrastructure.
Hosts John & David walk you through the Top 5 Taiw...
How to Retire in Portugal
Picture it: retiring fabulously in Portugal with LGBTQ+ protections, world-class healthcare, and the freedom to split time between Europe and the U.S.—without uprooting your life today. In Queer Money® episode 613, we sit down with Pedro Lino, CEO of Optimize Investment Partners, to unpack the Portugal Golden Opportunities Fund—a SEC-registered, PFIC-compliant mutual fund designed to qualify invest...
Top 5 Cities for LGBTQ Expats Retiring Abroad in the Netherlands
Looking for a country that practically wrote the handbook on LGBTQ acceptance and tops global happiness charts? 🇳🇱 This week on Queer Money, we’re off to the Netherlands — the land of bikes, canals, and unapologetic inclusivity — to uncover the top five Dutch cities for gay retirees.
From Amsterdam’s canal-side rainbow hubs to Eindhoven’s tech-driven calm, we...
Portugal’s Golden Visa with Your IRA? David’s Path to Investing & Retiring Abroad
What happens when a regular gay man says “enough” to U.S. chaos and starts building a fabulous Plan B abroad? Meet David Govacker, a medical professional who leveraged a self-directed IRA to invest in a diversified fund, qualify for Portugal’s Golden Visa, and set up a life with sunshine, safety, and equality—without Trump-era stress or Am...
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