Ask HTM - Jumbo Down Payments, Insufficient 25% Savings Rate, & a Failure to Financially Launch #1153

Ask HTM - Jumbo Down Payments, Insufficient 25% Savings Rate, & a Failure to Financially Launch #1153

Author: iHeartPodcasts June 15, 2026 Duration: 1:05:26

We’re kicking off the week by answering your listener questions! And if you have a question that you’d like for us to answer on the show, we’d love for you to submit your own via HowToMoney.com/ask , send us your voice memo. Regardless of how random or bizarre you might think it is, we want to hear it!

 

1 - Jumbo downpayment: What’s the downside of putting down more on a house in order to reduce my monthly payment?

2 - Saving rate stress: Should I worry about contributing to my Roth if I’m already investing 25% of my income via my 401k?

3 - Roboadvisor: Is it worth paying the extra .2% for the Vanguard roboadvisor or should I rebalance on my own?

4 - Failure to financially launch: What do I do about my adult son who has ruined his credit, only recently landed a solid job, and now wants to buy a house?

 

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Joel and Matt, two best friends who happen to be your guides through the world of personal finance, host this practical and approachable How to Money podcast. They cut through the noise and intimidation that often surrounds money topics, focusing instead on actionable strategies for everyday life. You'll hear straightforward conversations about getting out of debt, building an investment portfolio on your own terms, and mastering those small financial habits that add up to significant change over time. The core idea is that managing your finances shouldn't require a special degree or a wall of confusing terminology. This show from iHeartPodcasts is built on the belief that clear, unbiased guidance is a powerful tool for anyone. Each episode serves as a resource, offering knowledge you can apply immediately, whether you're just starting to budget or looking to optimize your long-term plans. Tune in for a down-to-earth discussion that makes business, education, and investing feel not only accessible but genuinely relevant to your journey toward financial confidence.
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