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
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...
🌴 Costa Rica’s Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement Havens
Sunset cocktails, rainbow macaws, and a budget that doesn’t need CPR—Costa Rica’s Pura Vida isn’t just a postcard; it can be your retirement reality. In this week’s Queer Money®, we’re counting down the Top 5 Costa Rican towns for LGBTQ+ retirees—from the surf vibes of Tamarindo to the gay beach haven of Manuel Antonio.
We break down which areas offer the best mix of affordabili...
Playing the lottery is just a tax on the poor, right? Wrong—at least for us. 🎰
In this episode, we flip the “lottery tax” trope on its head. No, we didn’t win Powerball (unless you count $6 and a gas station coffee). But by treating the lottery as a game for our values, we got crystal clear on what mattered most—and that’s how we built our plan for early retirement.
💡 Takeaways from this episode:
- Why “lottery talk” is a...
Greece for Gay Retirees: Beaches, baklava, and a big ol’ ✅ on marriage equality. Opa!
We rank the Top 5 Greek cities/towns for gay retirement—balancing affordability with LGBTQ+ vibe—so you can swap doomscrolling for island sunsets without blowing the budget. Expect bars and beaches, Pride scenes, healthcare access, average 2-BR rent in USD, cost of living vs. the U.S., and our Queer Money Retirement Ratings (1–10).
💡 T...
The $6,000 “Boomer Bonus” – fabulous tax break or political glitter bomb?
Starting in 2025, Uncle Sam is dangling a shiny new $6,000 tax deduction for folks 65+, or $12,000 if you’re married. Sounds fabulous, right? Well… not so fast. In this episode, we unpack who actually benefits, how the phase-outs work, and why some in our community could see a nice boost—while others get stuck sipping house wine at The Abbey.
💡 Ta...
Pack your sarongs and sunscreen, hunty—Queer Money is headed to Thailand! 🌴💅
In this episode, we spill the (Thai iced) tea on the top 5 cities where gay retirees can stretch their dollars, enjoy top-notch healthcare, and live fabulously ever after. From Phuket’s beaches and Bangkok’s big-city energy to Chiang Mai’s cultural calm, we’re serving the Queer Money Retirement Ratings you’ve been waiting for.
And honey—did we men...
We're Retired Girls! Kinda...
We did it, queens—we retired early! 💅 At 51 and 54, we’re not sipping martinis on a trust fund (spoiler: one of us was disowned and disinherited 👀). We didn’t have cushy six-figure salaries either. Nope, we made some smart (and sometimes messy) money moves, and now those IRA checks are rolling in.
In this episode, we spill the nitty gritty on how we turned basement living, pigeon-poop cleaning...
Best Places in Malta for LGBTQ+ Retirement
Palm Springs is cute, but what if your retirement backdrop was honey-colored cliffs, café culture, and 300 days of Mediterranean sunshine?
By popular demand, we’re spilling the limoncello on Malta—a tiny archipelago that’s big on LGBTQ+ rights (ranked #1 in Europe!) and just might be your queer retirement fantasy. From Pride parades in Valletta to drag brunches at Café del Mar, Malt...
Why Hasn’t the Economy Crashed Yet?
The U.S. stock market is still tossing confetti like it’s Pride, despite Trump’s tariff tantrums and everyone waiting for the other (designer) shoe to drop. GDP’s up, inflation’s creeping, and the consumer is “resilient” (aka drowning in credit). So what gives?
We’re diving into:
- Why the GDP looks sparkly on the surface (hint: imports are the messy drag wig underneath).
- How Trump’s on-ag...
Ireland’s Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement Hotspots
From drag brunches in Galway to seaside strolls in Wexford, we’re serving up Ireland’s Top 5 LGBTQ+ Retirement Hotspots—ranked by affordability, community, and those oh-so-important queer perks. 🇮🇪✨
This isn’t just a travel fantasy; it’s the gay retiree’s cheat sheet to stretching your pot of gold without sacrificing charm, safety, or a dash of fabulousness. Whether you want artsy...
Thinking of say "Bye Gurl" the U.S.?
Madonna’s divorce was expensive—but renouncing your U.S. citizenship could cost you even more 💸. In this episode of Queer Money®, we’re spilling the tea on the exit tax—what it is, who gets smacked, and how to not get wrecked by it.
So before you grab your passport and peace out to Portugal, know what Uncle Sam (aka Daddy Taxman) wants from you first. Because freedom ain’t free, darling—especiall...
Can we get a Kia Ora, darling?
New Zealand isn’t just Lord of the Rings scenery and sheep. It’s got gorgeous queer vibes, strong legal protections, and cities that range from cozy and artsy to full-blown fab with ferry rides to wine islands. We break down the top 5 cities for LGBTQ+ retirement in NZ with real costs, real vibes, and real queer perks.
Ready to float through Middle Earth in style? Let’s go global gay with this ...
Episode 599: 3 Big Early Retirement Mistakes We Made (So You Don’t Have To)
Everyone makes early retirement look like beaches and banana hammocks—especially the gays. But behind the glam is the grit.
In this week’s episode, we’re getting brutally honest about the three biggest mistakes we made on our path to early retirement. From missing Roth conversions to underfunding HSAs and after-tax accounts, we’re sharing what we wis...
Top 5 Cities for Gay Retirement in Uruguay
Progressive laws. High safety ratings. A warm, welcoming culture. Uruguay may be South America's best-kept secret for LGBTQ+ retirement—and in this episode, we reveal the top 5 cities for gay retirees looking for affordability, inclusion, and sunshine.
We explore everything from charming riverside towns like Paysandú to the chic beachside enclaves of José Ignacio, with deep dives in...
Are Gay Men Really Broke?
It’s no secret: gay men are some of the biggest spenders in the economy. From fashion to travel to gourmet coffee, we love to live well. But here’s the paradox—so many of us still feel financially strapped.
On this episode of Queer Money®, we’re unpacking why gay men often earn more yet save less—and how cultural pressures, internalized shame, and a desire to prove our worth can sabotage financial s...
Portugal’s calling—and she’s wearing designer sunglasses. 🌈✨
On this week’s Queer Money, we’re spilling the pastel de nata on the top 5 cities in Portugal for gay retirees. From the chic beaches of Cascais to the colorful streets of Lisbon, we cover where to live fabulously (and affordably-ish). But watch your wallets, darlings—new tax changes could have you paying more than you planned.
We’ll break down what’s changing, ho...
The IRS Rule That Could Save Your Early Retirement (No, Seriously)
Burned out? Laid off? Can’t sit through one more “All Hands” meeting where Todd from Accounting performs a spoken word about synergy? Honey, maybe it’s time to retire early—even if you didn’t plan to.
This week on Queer Money®, we’re spilling the retirement tea 🍵 on a not-so-boring IRS rule with a Star Wars-sounding name: Rule 72(t). This little-known financ...
Top 5 Gay-Friendly Places in Mexico to Retire
In this episode of Queer Money®, we continue our global search for the best places for LGBTQ+ folks to retire — and this week, we're diving into México lindo. From beach towns to colonial gems, we’re counting down the top 5 gay-friendly cities in Mexico for retirement based on affordability, safety, community, and queer inclusivity.
Find out why cities like Puerto Vallarta, Guada...
Retirement Isn’t Just for Chads & Karens
Let’s be honest—when most folks picture retirement, it’s usually a straight couple named Chad and Karen sipping Chardonnay in Scottsdale. Cute for them. But what about you—still fabulous at 67, maybe rocking a part-time gig at a queer-owned café because your bank account missed the memo that you were done working?
On this week’s Queer Money, we’re ditching the tired, hetero retire...
Where are the Best Gay Retirement Cities in Spain?
Hola, Spain! You voted, we listened—and this week, we’re heading to the land of tapas, Gaudí, and gay beaches to reveal the Top 5 Cities in Spain for Gay Retirees!
From Malaga's chill beach vibes to Barcelona’s big gay energy, we’re breaking down:
- 🌈 The LGBTQ+ scene in each city
- 💸 Rent and cost of living
- 🏳️🌈 Our Queer Money® Retirement Rating
- And, of course, our favorit...
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