Raising Financial Freedom
A podcast show for parents who want their children to grow up financially smart or free. Eric Yard is the host and he's here to talk about old, present and future ways of managing and creating money for the young to learn so that parents can teach it to them.This can be instilled into to our children at a young age and carried with them until is time to leave the nest. Some of the topics like how to teach kids to use credit cards responsibly, how to teach your child about investing, ways to teach kids about money, how to teach your children about debt, and other tips that will help your child put their best foot forward in life. The show is a mix of interviews and solo shows from Eric that you will want to bring your pen and paper for. Hit subscribe if your ready to teach your child to be the best they can be financially!
Episodes
#057 Ever dreamed of ditching debt, saving 60% of your income, and walking 500 miles across Spain on a whim? What if this "impossible" path could set your kids up for true financial freedom – without waiting until 65? In this eye-opening episode, host Eric Yard chats with Diania Merriam, who crushed $30K in debt in just 11 months and built a life of options through the FIRE movement. But here's the twis...
#056 In this episode, our host Eric Yard delves into the crucial world of teen financial literacy. Whether you're just starting to teach your teen about money or looking to enhance their financial skills, this episode is packed with invaluable insights and actionable advice.
In This Episode, You'll Discover:
- The Importance of Financial Education: Why is it essential for teens to learn about money managemen...
#055 Join us in this enlightening episode of 'Raising Financial Freedom' as we dive into the world of Anna Sergunina, a financial planner whose life’s work is dedicated to merging personal experiences with professional expertise. From the bustling economic backdrop of California to the quiet moments of teaching her son about money, Anna’s story is a captivating exploration of financial literacy as a lifelong...
#054 Imagine this: What if the next generation of Black children understood the secrets to building real generational wealth? What if they grew up inspired by the powerful history of Black entrepreneurs like Madam C.J. Walker and thriving communities like Tulsa’s Black Wall Street? What if they truly believed they could be next?
In this Black History Month episode of Raising Financial Freedom, host Eric Yard dives into...
#053 00:00 – Introduction to the Episode
- Eric sets the stage with relatable scenarios about children spending impulsively and questions how parents can prepare kids for a future where money plays a big role.
- Today's topic: Teaching kids about budgeting and its potential to transform their lives.
01:45 – Welcome to Raising Financial Freedom
- Introducer introduces the podcast and its purpose: guiding parent...
#052 [0:00] - Introduction
- Speaker Eric kicks off the episode with an engaging question: How does the way we handle our money today affect our children’s financial future?
- Introduction to the main idea: Teaching kids about saving money and the long-term positive impact it can have.
- Highlights the importance of starting early and lays out the fun, practical tips that will be shared in the episode.
[1:30] - Podcast...
#051 In this episode, we take a deep dive into the world of financial literacy programs. Do these programs actually deliver on their promise to empower people with the skills to master their money? Or are they just a small part of a much larger financial puzzle? From personal stories of transformation to systemic challenges, we explore the inspiring benefits, overlooked challenges, and deeper truths about financial li...
#050 In this episode of Raising Financial Freedom, host Eric Yard takes listeners on an inspiring journey to empower kids with financial independence. By teaching them how to earn money, kids not only discover the value of a dollar but also gain essential life skills like responsibility, confidence, problem-solving, and goal-setting.
Eric shares actionable strategies and ideas for kids to start earning—whether they’re ...
#049 In this enlightening episode of Raising Financial Freedom, we dive into the concept of "FinLit Reflex" – the instinctive financial knowledge and behaviors that can transform how the next generation manages money. Join us as we explore how parents can instill these crucial skills early in childhood, ensuring their children grow into financially savvy adults capable of navigating the complexities of today...
#048 Raising Financial Freedom" is the essential podcast for parents, guardians, and caregivers committed to breaking the cycle of financial illiteracy. Host Eric Yard guides listeners through the critical aspects of teaching children about money management, investing, and financial independence – lessons often missing from traditional education.
Each episode, released weekly on Fridays or Mondays, combi...
#047 With inflation and gas prices at an all-time high, it’s time for us to become more aware of our spending, avoid unnecessary expenses, and decrease the amount of debt we’re incurring. One of the major types of debt Americans incur comes in the form of student loans for higher education… and they often stick around for many years! So, how can we help our children avoid student loan debt? Today’s guest is going to t...
#046 What do you know? We all back the month of February has just flown by what have you done this month? That is interesting. Are you still sticking to your new year's resolution? Because this is the time where everyone quits, some people quit and don't even realize that they quit. The reason I'm talking about this is because I had a conversation with a person about two weeks.
And we was having a conve...
#045 How do you make learning about finance fun and easy, especially for kids and beginners? We have someone very special to break it down for you…
Meet Rishi Vamdatt, the 12-year-old personal finance educator and visionary behind Easy Peasy Finance, a kid-friendly resource that can be utilized by parents and educators alike to teach young minds about personal finance while keeping them engaged. Having started learnin...
#044 Is real estate a good form of investment for families? Should kids be learning about real estate from a young age? Spoiler! The answer is yes.
Meet Whitney Chaffin, a speaker, investor, philanthropist, realtor, and mother who provides people with second chances through real estate. In this episode, Whitney talks about the first steps to take when teaching your kids about real estate investment and getting them in...
#043 With divorce rates climbing and more women consciously choosing the singlelife, more women are providing for themselves (and often their children, too). Unfortunately, too many women are unprepared to take on financial responsibilities all by themselves… and it’s not necessarily their fault. As parents, it’s our responsibility to prevent that from happening to our daughters. Let’s empower the future generations o...
#042 How do you help teens become financially literate and make smart money moves before they reach adulthood? You have to get on their level and understand how they think…
Meet Charla McKinley, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) who homeschooled her kids and is now teaching teens about money. In this episode, Charla talks about how to teach your teenagers about financial literacy, using and saving money wisely, and ...
#041 What advice do you have for parents trying to raise their kids to have financial freedom?
That’s the question Eric asked some of our guests from past episodes of Raising Financial Freedom. In this episode, you’ll hear their top tips and pieces of advice for parents on teaching their kids about finances, financial literacy, and life in general.
Our guests offer a lot of wisdom on raising kids to be financially ind...
#40 As the holidays are approaching, family time is just around the corner! What better way to strengthen your family bond than by building generational wealth?
In this episode of Raising Financial Freedom, Eric Welcomes the Wealth Twins, Nadia and Nicole, to explain how to build generational wealth in your family and how to teach your children about money and life planning.
“Life changes and you have to be able to...
#039 Having existed for over 10 years now, cryptocurrency is gaining popularity and power around the globe, so it’s time to start talking to our kids about it. Many parents don’t want to get involved with cryptocurrency because they don’t understand it… but today, that’s going to change.
“Crypto is doing for money what the traditional Internet is doing for information.”
In this episode of Raising Financial Freedom, E...
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