Episode Summary:
In this powerful episode of Grit, Grace, and Growth, host Laura Navaquin sits down with Hannah Collins to unpack the journey to true financial literacy and lasting wealth creation. Together, they dive into what wealth really means beyond the numbers, exploring the core pillars of generational wealth, money education for children, and estate planning for all income levels.
Hannah opens up about her personal journey from overcoming financial hardship to achieving the three key freedoms of wealth; financial freedom, time freedom, and location freedom.
Whether you’re just starting your financial journey or looking to level up your wealth strategy, this episode offers insightful tips, mindset shifts, and proven strategies to help you create lasting success for generations to come.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The real definition of wealth and why it’s more than just money in the bank
How to start building generational wealth now, no matter your current financial situation
Why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy (and steps to get started)
The importance of teaching kids about money early
Practical, beginner friendly steps to grow your financial security and legacy
Takeaways
- Wealth is more than just numbers; it's about freedom.
- Financial literacy is crucial for breaking generational curses.
- Teaching kids about money is essential for their future.
- You can start building wealth with small amounts.
- Estate planning is necessary for everyone, not just the wealthy.
- Procrastination can hinder financial progress.
- Finding a balance between work and family is key.
- Investing in yourself is the first step to financial freedom.
- Financial freedom includes time and location flexibility.
- Building a legacy is achievable for anyone.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Inspiration Behind Financial Services
04:49 Understanding Wealth Beyond Numbers
07:45 The Importance of Generational Wealth
10:39 Starting Financial Planning Early
13:45 Common Financial Myths and Limiting Beliefs
16:42 Teaching Financial Literacy to the Next Generation
26:38 Financial Checkups: The Importance of Regular Audits
29:23 Balancing Motherhood and Career: Finding Your Rhythm
34:08 The Myth of Doing It All: Quality Over Quantity
37:23 Seasons of Life: Adjusting Your Focus
42:13 Understanding Estate Planning: It's for Everyone
50:00 Taking the First Step: Financial Planning Made Accessible
Connect with Laura Navaquin:
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Connect with Hannah Collins:
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Learn how to build generational wealth, master financial literacy, and start estate planning in this episode of Grit
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