72. Coronavirus and Our Responsibility

72. Coronavirus and Our Responsibility

Author: Matt Gebre March 18, 2020 Duration: 5:22

It’s becoming clearer and clearer that we all have a responsibility to each other during this difficult time. The Coronavirus pandemic is hitting many families and communities very hard. I wanted to take a break from the personal finance topics to talk about something more important.

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Engineer Matt Gebre brings a practical and deeply personal perspective to money matters on the Habesha Finance Podcast. As the son of two Habesha immigrants, he approaches finance with the understanding that there is no single, rigid path to security and freedom. Instead, he shares the strategies and knowledge he’s gathered, aiming to help others build independence and solve their unique money problems. You’ll hear conversations that feel like practical advice from a knowledgeable friend, covering a wide range of essential topics. These discussions move seamlessly from foundational personal finance-like saving effectively for retirement or navigating college without crippling debt-to broader entrepreneurial thinking. A distinctive thread running through this podcast is Matt’s focus on the experiences and insights of Ethiopian and Eritrean entrepreneurs, offering valuable lessons and inspiration drawn from specific cultural and community contexts. The overall tone is exploratory and grounded, rejecting one-size-fits-all answers in favor of relatable, actionable ideas. Tuning into this podcast means getting a clear-eyed look at building wealth and stability, informed by both technical know-how and real-world, community-centered stories.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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149. The #1 Investment Threat No One Talks About... [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:40
One of the biggest threats to most people’s investment portfolios is one that is actually hidden in plain sight. If you’re not careful you could easily lose half a million dollars or more of the money you’re investing an…
148. The TRUTH About an HYSA (High Yield Savings Account) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:46
There are some important factors to consider when signing for a high yield savings account that I wish I knew when we signed up for our first one several years ago. Today I'm going over what you should know about high yi…
147. The BEST Vanguard 3 Fund ETF Portfolio in 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:51
In this video I go over the best 3 fund ETF portfolio you can build at Vanguard and provide some insight on how I would approach building a 3 fund portfolio depending on where I am in my investing timeline. CHECK OUT NEX…
146. 2024 Roth IRA Complete Guide - Everything You Need to Know [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:28
In this podcast I'm going to give you everything you need to know about the Roth IRA, this incredible account I believe every working individual should have. WATCH NEXT ➡️ 5 Amazing Health Savings Account (HSA) Benefits…
144. Rule of 72 Explained in Simple Terms (with examples) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:43
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143. Saving Money and Building Wealth in 2024: Tips and Goals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:50
When we started on this journey financial independence my wife and I didn't understand how critical the first few months in a new year were. Here are some lessons I'm excited to share with you! WATCH NEXT ➡️ Signs You're…
142. Before You File Taxes Know THIS About Savings Accounts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:51
Well I got my 1099-INT from CIT Bank for my high yield savings account and I'm sure you have as well. So what do we do with it? That's what I'll go over in this podcast. Watch NEXT Video: 7 Money Habits Keeping You Poor…
141. 7 Money Habits Keeping You Poor (AVOID These Wealth Killers!) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:41
It's no secret that many of us struggle from time to time managing our money, I know I've had my challenges in the past so today we're going to discuss 7 money habits that are keeping you poor. WATCH NEXT Saving First $1…
140. S&P 500 Prediction 2024: Don't Lose Millions! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:08
The S&P 500 is closing in on it's previous record high, but what exactly does this mean? And what should you expect in 2024 for the S&P 500 performance for your investment portfolio.